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Clinton News-Record, 1984-07-11, Page 26Pag9A Area dining establishments offer culinary diversity Bayfield has established itself as an epicure's delight. This sparkling village offers a wide variety of fine eating establishments to please all tastes. Afer dinner, why not stay awhile. Bayfield alsooffers an excellent selection of overnight accommodation facilities. Red Pump 1984 is a special year for The Red Pump. This year the Main Street restaurant has been recommended by dining critics in the book, Where to Eat in Canada. In its 12 year history, The Red Pump has established itself as one of the finest dining spots in the area. Plan to spend an evening at The Red Pump, it's a perfect spot for a secret tete-a- tete. Luxurious and classic, the restaurant features romantic, quiet candlelight dining. The sophisticated atmosphere accompanies a top rated menu of continental cuisine, served a la carte. Specialty dishes are spring lamb, fresh fish and homemade cheesecakes. This year The Red Pump • underwent major renovations at owner Harry Israel build an additional dining area and restyled the outdoor garden are. The Red Pump can now accommodate 115 diners and facilities are available for small banquets. As well, another 30 guests can dine in the cool, comfort of the outdoor garden area. The New Ritz Bayfield's newest -oldest restaurant and hotel is The New Ritz. Owner Roger Pemberton has just opened for business and has given the former EAT Co. a brand new look. The New Ritz is located on the foundation of Bayfield's original Ritz Hotel and Roger has combined a traditional and modern atmosphere to the new establishment. His 50 seat dining room has a bright, light appeal and is complimented by the magnificent cherry wood bar from the old Ritz hotel., The New Ritz will also feature 10 rooms for overnight guests. Roger plans to have them open in another two weeks and he says the main theme of the hotel will be comfort. His dining menu features a variety of taste treats, from Japanese to Italian dishes, daily specials and fresh lobster, flown in on Mondays from the east coast: The Little Inn Bayfield restaurants and inns are getting bigger and better in 1984. The Little Inn has also gone through major changes this year.°The Inn's modern conveniences and old fashioned charm have been enhanced with the restoration and new addition. This spring, restoration of the Inn's' adjacent carriage house and a new addition, provided the Bayfield establishment with 10 new rooms, whirlpool and sauna and a dining area that seats 60. The popular weekend retreat now offers 23 rooms and dining facilities for more than 100 guests. The appeal of The Little Inn is its old, fashioned character. The country inn is filled with Victorian charm and the dining Twins Jennifer and Stacey, 2, and brother Lance, 4, of London took in a family picnic at the Bayfield Beach on the weekend. The beach is a favorite spot for a family outing. (Shelley McPhee photo) room and outdoor verandah are perfect for extended dinners or long lunches. The parlor, the shady front verandah, the fireplaces, big comfortable beds, antique furnishings and country cooking, all make The Little Inn a unique refuge. Albion Hotel One of Ba-yfield's oldest inns is The Albion Hotel. The Albion's beginnings date back to 1856 and the Main Street establishment has retained much of its original character. New owners Ed and Wanda Fogarty have plans to further emphasize this theme with some redecorating plans. The Albion's dining room is a popular eating spot for local residents andtourists alike. The menu features luncheon specials, spareribs, fresh Lake Huron perch and Friday night fish fries. The hotel also offers overnight accommodation at daily, weekly and monthly rates. Pizza Palace If you're craving Italian food, The Pizza Palace is the place to visit. Pizza, lasagne, spaghetti, garlic bread and crisp salads are the specialties at this Main Street restaurant. Also undergoing major renovations this year, The Pizza. Palace now features an area for quiet dining and a patio for outdoor dining under the stars ora cool drink in the afternoon. A new exterior look, complete withwhite trim and a picket fence makes The Pizza Palace an attractive new addition to the Main Street scene. The Village Inn Just nortli of the village, on Highway 21, is Bayfield's most contemporary hotel and restaurant. The Village Inn offers a large dining room, a comfortable lounge, overnight accommodation for 10, an indoor pool and whirlpool. The dining room menu features a good salad bar and a wide selection of entrees, including daily specials. Visitors seeking overnight accommodation enjoy tastefully furnished rooms, a heated pool and 19 acres of bush - trails for summer hiking or winter cross country skiing. Harbor Lights For a great view of the Bayfield Harbor and the magnificent boats docked there, visit the outdoor patio at Harbor Lights Restaurant. Situated on the north shore of the harbor, this restaurant is located where the nautical action is. The decor highlights this theme and the menu caters to the good appetites that the outdoors inspires. Harbor Lights is perfect for an extended dinner, breakfast, a light lunch or a relaxing drink on the deck. The nearby harbor compliments the easy going, atmosphere Captain's Cove Just as the name implies, this dining room and lounge features a swashbuckling atmosphere. The Highway 21 South establishment is a popular night spot and the Pirate's Den Bar BAYFIEID GARAGE General Repairs and Safely. Cheeks The food is always special at the Little Inn of Bayfield - Ontario's oldest continually operated Inn since 1832. Visit our a ward -winning dining room or stop in anytime for refreshments in the parlor or on the verandah. MAIN STREET BAYFIELD RESERVATIONS RECOMMENDED 565-2611 "We fill Propane Tanks and Motet fuel" —565-2538— AAbr Nowt- 565-2482 orf W features weekend entertainment. As well Captain's Cove offers a quiet, comfortable dining area and a fireside dining lounge. Captain's Cove has established itself as a favorite spot, year round, for area residents and visitors. Tank and Tummy Breakfast, fish and chips and a full take out menu are featured at the Tank and Tummy. Hamburgers, hot dogs and other fast foods are also available. The Tank and Tummy, located on Highway 21 South is open any day of the week and as the name says, this place is for fill -ups, whether it be your car's gas tank or your tummy. Woodland Drive-in For a quick meal, the Woodland Drive Inn is a good place to stop. It's located on Huron County Road 3, off Highway 21 South. It features a variety of fast foods, from foot long hot dogs, to their famous chicken dinners. Soft ice cream, sundaes and cones are also available. Woodland Drive In's quiet atmosphere and treed location make it an ideal place to relax for holiday travellers. Uncle John's Cabin If its ice cream you're after, Uncle John's Cabin is the place to visit. This little Main Street shop is one of the busiest spots, all summer long. Ice cream cones are the feature item here, along with slushes, sundaes, shakes and floats. Ice cream flavors range from traditional vanilla to trendy pina colada. Sugar gush Inn Good home cooking and plenty of hospitality is what Bob and Fran Peters, new owners of The Sugar Bush Inn in Bayfield, pride themselves on. The couple recently purchased the restaurant and motel after having sold another motel in Woodstock. "One of the main things we have noticed about this area is the beauty and the friendly people," said Fran Peters. T c S-agzar Pagh dining room features lights lunches and main meals and the motel contains 10 rooms. Juices have"` Summer just isn't summer without a tall, cool gin. But watch it, alcohol is a natural dehydrater. You will need to keep you body fluids up. - especially during those unexpected heat waves. Water and juices are the best summer drinks. They can keep you refreshed whether you are running or relaxing.