Joseph's 1818 | Our Story
A Painesville public house rooted in 1818
Joseph's 1818 Public House & Tavern sits inside one of Ohio's most historic inns in Painesville — a place where a building with real history becomes the backdrop for bold, handcrafted cooking done fresh every day.
A setting with genuine history
The inn's roots trace back to 1818, making it one of the oldest in Ohio. Dining here means sitting inside that story — the worn warmth of the space isn't manufactured; it's earned over centuries.
The scratch kitchen
Everything that comes out of this kitchen starts from scratch — sauces made in-house, boneless wings hand-breaded to order, Angus beef patties hand-pressed before they hit the grill.
Tavern food with real range
The menu spans Bruschetta Bites on garlic crostini with balsamic glaze, slow-cooked Pot Roast over velvety mashed potatoes, and Yuengling-battered haddock with hand-cut fries — every dish grounded in scratch-kitchen discipline.
Dinner, drinks, and an overnight stay
Joseph's 1818 shares a home with the Historic Rider's Hostelry — a great meal here can easily turn into a full overnight stay.