Crush - Sandusky

4.8

685 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines
Charming

CRUSH is a full service restaurant focused on providing high quality food in an inviting and comfortable setting, with friendly and attentive service.
The bar menu offer wines by the glass, wine flights, an extensive wine bottle list, spirits & brews. An eclectic dinner menu features small plates, entrees such as fresh pastas, grilled super thin crust pizzas, steaks, chops and daily features, as well as sushi.
Centrally located in Downtown Sandusky a block from the water.
For reservations of parties larger than 6, or if you are unable to find a time that suits your desired time, please call us directly 419-502-9463 and we will do our best to accommodate you. Reservations are for tables only: the bar and the patio are first come, first seated. Reservations are for indoor dining... the Patio & Wine Garden are first come-first served. Reservations will be held for 15 minutes, after which your table will not be held or guaranteed. If running late please contact us directly.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Wine Bar, Sushi
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(419) 502-9463
Website
http://www.sanduskywinebar.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
CRUSH is available for private functions. Please contact us to discuss you upcoming event.

Location
145 Columbus Ave., Sandusky, OH 44870
Neighborhood
Sandusky
Cross street
Water Street
Parking details
Within one block of CRUSH winebar, you will find not only street parking, but also two municipal lots and a parking garage with no fee.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Roasted Local Beets$5.00
lemon, feta, evoo
House Marinated Mediterranean Olives$5.00
Thai Cucumber Salad$6.00
chili-lime dressing
Baby Greens$6.00
strawberries, pecans, chevre, balsamic vinaigrette
Bread Dip$3.00
evoo, aged balsamic, pecorino romano
Artisan Cheese Plate$14.50
mixed nuts, black mission figs, caper berries, crisps

Small Plates (Hot)

Potato & Cheddar Cheese Pierogies$7.00
caramelized onions, sour cream
Pan Roast Brussels Sprouts$6.00
shallots, bacon, truffle balsamic
Stuffed Mini Sweet Peppers$9.00
taleggio & exotic mushroom risotto, olivade
Crispy Duck Wings$10.00
honeytrufflebalsamic & asiago
Sautéed Gulf Shrimp$9.00
garlic & lemon
Sea Scallops Sambuca$12.00
applewood smoked bacon, julienne vegetables
Crispy Fried Calamari$11.00
hot peppers, chililime sauce
Grilled Top Sirloin Steak$10.00
piquillo peppers, sherry vinegar
Baby Back Ribs$8.00
hoisinsesame glaze

Grilled Super Thin Crust Pizza

Bianco$15.00
four cheeses, exotic mushrooms, white truffle oil
Margherita$13.00
fresh mozzarella, tomato, basil
Duck Confit$15.00
goat cheese, balsamic onions, mozzarella, provolone
Salume$14.00
dry cured sausages, tomatobasil, asiago, mozzarella, provolone
Pesto$14.00
grilled chicken, roasted red peppers, asiago, mozzarella, provolone

Pasta

Papardelle$15.00
shiitake mushrooms, roasted garlic, taleggio, wild mushroom pasta
Fettuccine$14.00
grilled chicken, pesto cream, sun dried tomatoes, pecorino romano
Putanesca$17.00
gulf shrimp, fettuccine, capers, kalamata olives, manchego
Ragu Bolognese$17.00
traditional meat sauce, buccatini, ricotta, pecorino romano
"Mac & Cheese"$16.00
smoked chicken, penne, basil, asiago cream
Fruitti Di Mare$18.00
sea scallops, gulf shrimp, calamari, linguine, white wine, garlic, evoo

Entrees

Market Fish
- Market Price
Pork Saltimbocca$18.00
breaded & sautéed center cut pork loin, toasted sage, prosciutto, provolone, arugula salad
Steak Frites$22.00
grilled 12oz angus top sirloin steak, crispy fried potatoes, red wine sauce
Burger$12.00
local all natural beef, challah bun, caramelized onions, gorgonzola, frites
Red Wine Braised Beef Shortribs$25.00
parmesan risotto, brussels sprouts

What 685 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Cleveland / Akron / Canton
Great for fine wines
Cleveland
Great for fine wines
Cleveland
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Crush in Sandusky offers a "wonderful dining experience" with exceptional food and service. Guests rave about the "excellent wine selection" and creative weekly specials. The atmosphere is described as relaxing and upscale, yet casual. It's a "favorite spot" for many, featuring standout dishes like sushi, seafood, and small plates.

685 Reviews

L
Leslie
Cleveland
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service and food were remarkable. Everyone seemed to enjoy the atmosphere.
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Jim
VIP
Cleveland
30 reviews
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service were excellent! We made a last minute reservation for 12 people and even though they were very busy they were able to accommodate our party, thank you so much for the warm hospitality! Crush is a wonderful restaurant and always a great choice for whatever occasion!
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Tim
Cleveland
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful evening all around from start to finish! Be sure to dine there yourself, you will not be disappointed.
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Colleen Shay
VIP
San Francisco
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always fabulous food, drinks and service— thank you, Andrea and her team!
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N
Neal
VIP
Cleveland
109 reviews
5.0
109 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
A favorite spot with great food and exceptional service!
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Patrick
New York City
82 reviews
4.0
82 reviews
Dined on October 16, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We really enjoyed the evening. Our server Marissa was excellent. We had a very enjoyable time at the restaurant.
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Ann
Cleveland
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on October 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server Ellie was so attentive as well as all of the front of house wait staff!
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Monica
Cleveland
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always great food and service. Krista and Jeffrey are gems❤️
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Patrick
Cincinnati
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on October 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great dinner...Food scrumptious, service excellent, atmosphere was pleasant. We will be back again soon.
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Courtney
VIP
Columbus
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on September 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent selection of cheese on the cheese plate! The service was great tonight, very attentive without being at the table too much. As always, the best martinis!
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FAQs

Crush - Sandusky offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (419) 502-9463.

Crush - Sandusky is rated 4.8 stars by 685 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

Order delivery or takeout

145 Columbus Ave., Sandusky, OH 44870

Additional information

Cross street
Water Street
Neighborhood
Sandusky
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Wine Bar, Sushi
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Within one block of CRUSH winebar, you will find not only street parking, but also two municipal lots and a parking garage with no fee.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.sanduskywinebar.com/
Phone number
(419) 502-9463
Private party facilities
CRUSH is available for private functions. Please contact us to discuss you upcoming event.

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Crush - Sandusky

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

91 Cleveland / Akron / Canton Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Small Plate (Cold)

Roasted Local Beets$5.00

House Marinated Mediterranean Olives$5.00

Thai Cucumber Salad$6.00

Baby Greens$6.00

Bread Dip$3.00

Artisan Cheese Plate$14.50

Small Plates (Hot)

Potato & Cheddar Cheese Pierogies$7.00

Pan Roast Brussels Sprouts$6.00

Stuffed Mini Sweet Peppers$9.00

Crispy Duck Wings$10.00

Sautéed Gulf Shrimp$9.00

Sea Scallops Sambuca$12.00

Crispy Fried Calamari$11.00

Grilled Top Sirloin Steak$10.00

Baby Back Ribs$8.00

Grilled Super Thin Crust Pizza

Bianco$15.00

Margherita$13.00

Duck Confit$15.00

Salume$14.00

Pesto$14.00

Pasta

Papardelle$15.00

Fettuccine$14.00

Putanesca$17.00

Ragu Bolognese$17.00

"Mac & Cheese"$16.00

Fruitti Di Mare$18.00

Entrees

Market Fish

Pork Saltimbocca$18.00

Steak Frites$22.00

Burger$12.00

Red Wine Braised Beef Shortribs$25.00

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Order delivery or takeout

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