Nestled in the post-industrial site of Cleveland’s Flats neighborhood, Merwin’s Wharf connects guests to urban greenspace while enjoying fresh, seasonal and locally-sourced menu items. We are a first-come, first-serve full-service restaurant. Reservations are active for special events and select holidays only.
Guests can also enjoy reservable day-use boat slips on a first-come, first-serve basis in nearby Heritage and Rivergate parks. Check out the latest events and specials below.
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Lakefront Reservation
1785 Merwin Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44113 - Driving Directions
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Tues. - Thurs., 11AM - 9PM, Fri. - Sat., 11AM - 10PM, Sun., 11AM - 9PM
- 216.664.5696
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Outdoor | Indoor
Merwin's Wharf Specials
Week of September 1 - 6
Fried Cod Sandwich | Wild caught Atlantic cod battered and fried on a grilled brioche bun with house made tartar sauce and sriracha slaw.
Brussels Sprout Bacon Crunch Salad | Shaved Brussels sprouts, crispy bacon, candied pecans, dried cherries, green onions and parmesan cheese with a maple dijon dressing.
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Clambake
Clambake season is back! Guests can enjoy a clambake at Merwin's Wharf on Fridays and Saturdays in September and at The Galley on Fridays and Saturdays in October. Click here for available dates and to book your reservation.
Rental Information
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Fee: $150/hr
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Best for: Birthday Parties & Showers, Corporate Events & Meetings
Amenities: Campfire Ring, Fireplace, Parking, Restrooms
Activities: Dining - Book
Activities
Amenities
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Campfire Ring
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Fireplace
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Parking
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Restrooms
Nearby Attractions
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Merwin's Wharf Paddling Access
CAUTION: Large freighters and heavy boat traffic at this location. -
Rivergate Park
Adjacent to Merwin's Wharf, enjoy the views along the Cuyahoga river at Rivergate Park. Have lunch on Merwin's patio and enjoy the new day-use boat slips for recreational boaters! Slips are reservable... -
Rivergate Park Transient Dock
Guests can enjoy 6 new day-use boat slips in Rivergate Park offering boaters unique access to Cleveland's riverfront trails, restaurants and more. The new boat slips are the only publicly accessible b...
Programs & Events
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Nature on Tap: Extremophiles
Get ready to venture to the vastest places on Earth. Join a naturalist for an evening at Merwin’s Wharf, where we will go to some of the most extreme environments on the planet and...Details/Register -
Cuyahoga River By Boat - June 16, 4-6pm
Historical Interpreter Doug Kusak will be your guide on a narrated 2-hour Cuyahoga River boat program aboard the eLCee2. We’ll provide a river view and historic photos while we dis...Details/Register -
Cuyahoga River By Boat - June 16, 7-9pm
Historical Interpreter Doug Kusak will be your guide on a narrated 2-hour Cuyahoga River boat program aboard the eLCee2. We’ll provide a river view and historic photos while we dis...Details/Register