WaterfrontPaddle Bar
Fresh squeezed cocktails, local draft beers, and frozen drinks. Inspired by beaches, islands, surf and good vibes.
📍 in historic downtown Sandusky
Fresh squeezed cocktails, local draft beers, and frozen drinks. Inspired by beaches, islands, surf and good vibes.
Catch great local acts on our waterfront stage
Fresh squeezed cocktails and local draft beers
We proudly serve a rotating selection of local Ohio craft beers alongside your favorite national brands. Ask your bartender what's fresh!
House vodka, fresh squeezed orange juice, Mr. Boston Triple Sec, cream, Mr. Boston Peach Schnapps
Your choice of tequila or mezcal, fresh squeezed grapefruit juice, fresh lime juice, Mr. Boston Triple Sec, soda
Vodka, iced tea, Mr. Boston Triple Sec, fresh squeezed lemon juice, cane sugar
Light and dark rum, fresh squeezed lemon, pineapple and orange juice, Tres Agaves agave nectar
Malibu Coconut Rum, light and dark rum, fresh squeezed orange juice, Tres Agaves agave nectar, splash of spiced rum
House vodka, Mr. Boston Triple Sec, fresh squeezed lemon juice, cane sugar. Add Raspberry or Strawberry +$1
Your choice of vodka or gin, fresh cucumber, lemonade, fresh squeezed lemon juice, Tres Agaves agave nectar
Grapefruit vodka, Mr. Boston Triple Sec, fresh squeezed grapefruit juice
Four Roses Bourbon, Mr. Boston Triple Sec, fresh squeezed lemon juice, Tres Agaves agave nectar
Reposado tequila, Mr. Boston Triple Sec, fresh squeezed lime juice, Tres Agaves agave nectar
Orange vodka, Mr. Boston Triple Sec, fresh squeezed orange juice
Champagne, your choice of fresh squeezed lime, lemon, orange or grapefruit juice
House Vodka, Mr. Boston Triple Sec, fresh squeezed lime juice, cane sugar
House Rum, fresh squeezed grapefruit juice and lime juice, splash of Tres Agave Nectar
House Tequila, fresh squeezed orange juice, fresh squeezed lemon juice, dash of grenadine
Francesca Hazelnut liqueur and fresh coffee served as a drink or shot
Piña Colada, Strawberry Daiquiri, Mudslide, and rotating seasonal specials
Available summer onlyOur friends at enROLL serve up delicious food right here at Paddle Bar. Egg rolls, tacos, and more!
See enROLL's Menu →Perfect spot before or after your Sandusky adventures
Paddle Bar is the perfect spot before or after your Sandusky adventures. Located in historic downtown Sandusky on the waterfront, we're just 5 minutes from Cedar Point (the Roller Coaster Capital of the World), 5 minutes from Great Wolf Lodge indoor waterpark, 10 minutes from Kalahari Resorts, and 10 minutes from Sports Force Parks. After a day of rides and waterparks, unwind with fresh squeezed cocktails, local craft beers on draft, and live music on the Sandusky Bay. Heading to the Lake Erie islands? The Jet Express ferry dock to Put-in-Bay and Kelleys Island is a short walk from our door.
World-famous amusement park & roller coaster capital
5 minutesIndoor waterpark resort & family destination
5 minutesAmerica's largest indoor waterpark
10 minutesPremier sports complex & tournament venue
10 minutesJust steps away on Water Street, Volstead Bar is our speakeasy featuring handcrafted classic cocktails in the historic Green Door Building — a former Prohibition-era establishment with over a century of Sandusky lore. Start with sunset drinks at Paddle, then walk to Volstead for an intimate craft cocktail experience.
Hear from our guests
"Hands down best bar in the area. The vibe is incredibly relaxing. Cocktails are all made from fresh squeezed juices."
— Yelp Review
"Great solace after a long day at Cedar Point. Excellent vibes and amazing service. The fresh squeezed cocktails made me feel so much better."
— Google Review
"Beautiful views of the lake and the sunset. Great price — two beers were $11. The live music was perfect for a tiki bar vibe."
— TripAdvisor Review
Waterfront vibes in downtown Sandusky
305 East Water Street
Sandusky, Ohio 44870
What's Happening at Paddle Bar
Follow along for live music announcements, seasonal drink specials, Lake Erie sunsets, and behind-the-scenes stories from downtown Sandusky's waterfront tiki bar near Cedar Point.