If Middle-earth had a neighborhood pub where hobbits, elves, and wizards gathered for exceptional corned beef sandwiches, it would look exactly like Gandalf’s Pub & Restaurant in Valley City, Ohio.
Tucked away in this small Medina County community lies a magical culinary experience that makes food enthusiasts from across the Buckeye State perform double-takes and plan special detours.
The exterior might not immediately scream “culinary destination” – with its simple stone facade, wooden door, and colorful Adirondack chairs offering casual seating out front – but that’s part of the charm.
Sometimes the most extraordinary food experiences happen in the most unassuming places…