Plated Landscape™: Lake Erie Fish Fry

You asked for it, and we delivered! Our iconic lakeside Fish Fry returns to the Historic Coast Guard Station for one epic Cleveland summer night.

About this Dinner: It’s baaaaaaack! After a long hiatus, we’re thrilled to return to one of our most iconic locations — the Historic Coast Guard Station at Wendy Park. Closed off to events since 2023 for causeway restoration, this beloved spot is finally reopening, and we’re firing up the fryers to celebrate!

Gather your crew (and make some new friends) as you stroll through Wendy Park to the shoreline, where the evening unfolds against unmatched views of downtown Cleveland and Lake Erie. 

Expect lakeside cocktails, crisp pours, and a fish fry that feels equal parts nostalgic and elevated — a true Cleveland summer classic, reborn, Spice style.

Location + Address: 

The Historical Coast Guard Station

2800 Whiskey Island Drive

Cleveland, OH 44102

Parking:

Head toward Wendy Park and keep driving ‘til you can’t anymore — you’ll spot our Fish Fry signs leading the way! 

What is a Plated Landscape™ Dinner?

Started in 2006, Plated Landscapes are the brainchild of Chef/Founder/Farmer Ben Bebenroth. These (mostly) al fresco dining experiences take place at our farm, Spice Acres and other scenic locations across Northeast Ohio. Each evening is designed as a full sensory immersion — guests are welcomed into the landscape itself, surrounded by the sights, sounds, and flavors of the season.

The evening begins with a signature beverage and seasonally inspired hors d’oeuvres, followed by a multi-course, wine-paired dinner that showcases the region’s most vibrant ingredients. When weather allows, dinners unfold under open skies; when it doesn’t, guests gather in beautifully transformed indoor spaces that echo the natural world outside.

Plated Landscapes is more than a dinner, it’s a celebration of place, people, and the powerful connection between food and the environment that sustains it.

The Deets (aka FAQs)

Can you handle dietary needs?
Our menus are fully from-scratch and designed by the chef, so we can’t accommodate every allergy — but we do offer plant-based options and can safely serve guests with Celiac disease.
Please email Jess at least seven days before the event if you have dietary needs or didn’t note them when purchasing tickets.

Can we sit with another reservation?
Absolutely! Just email Jess with the name on the other reservation at least seven days before, and we’ll make sure you’re seated together.

What should I wear?
There’s no dress code — go casual, go fancy, go wherever your vibe takes you. Just be sure to dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes (heels + grass = questionable life choices).

Is dinner outdoors?
Usually! With the exception of Kilnside Supper, we love dining under the stars whenever the weather plays nice. But since this is Ohio, there’s always a cozy rain plan ready — same vibes, just under a roof.

When should I arrive?
Cocktail hour starts at 6 PM sharp — don’t miss the welcome cocktail + passed bites before dinner kicks off. (Trust us, you’ll want in on that first sip.)

Is gratuity included?
Nope, but it’s always appreciated — and our team will love you forever.  Cash or Venmo will be options night of.

Will photos be taken?
Yep! By attending, you agree to possibly appear in future marketing + social posts. (Smile — you’re officially part of the Spice story now.)