Groove Bar & Grill: where flavor meets rhythm
Our story
Born from a passion for great food, vibrant music, and the love of Kelleys Island, Groove Bar & Grill is more than just a bar & grill – it's a vision brought to life. We believe in creating a community hub where locals and visitors alike can gather, dine, and make lasting memories!
- A thoughtfully crafted new menu
- An imaginative cocktail selection
- Live musicians and bands
- A newly designed rectangular island bar
- Draft beer on rotating handles
- Dietary need menu options
- Vibrant front and rear patios
- ADA-compliant restrooms
- An incredible staff ready to serve you!
Meeting expectations
Groove Bar & Grill aims to deliver an exceptional dining and entertainment experience that celebrates the spirit of Kelleys Island. We're committed to sourcing fresh, quality ingredients, showcasing talented local musicians, and fostering a welcoming atmosphere where everyone feels at home. Come for the food, stay for the Groove!
- Live Bands
- Acoustic Entertainers
- Guest DJs
- Hump Day Music Bingo
- Holiday/Festival Special Events
Groove is proud to be ADA-compliant
We are committed to inclusion!
Taste the Rhythm: Our Menu Highlights
Small Bites & Shareable
Dill Pickle Cheese Curds
Wisconsin Cheese Curd of the Year! Creamy curd cubes with house-made served with tangy dill pickle ranch dipping sauce
Hand Cut ENDLESS Fries
Fresh-cut fries with sea salt sprinkles - as many as you can eat!
Sweet Potato Wedges
Hand-cut served with lime aioli or maple cinnamon butter dipping sauce
Beer Battered Thick Cut Onion Rings
Made to order fresh-cut and hand battered served with cajun ranch dipping sauce
Gourmet Burgers
Maple Bacon Whiskey Burger
Our signature 1/2 lb. maple whiskey-glazed Brisket/Chuck patty piled with maple bacon, bacon jam, hand-battered onion ring, and shredded lettuce on a brioche bun, served with endless fries
BlueBrie Burger
Our 1/2 lb. Brisket/Chuck patty topped with savory-sweet blueberry sauce, melted brie cheese, and arugula, on a brioche bun, served with endless french fries.
Sweets & Treats
Strawberry Shortcake
Pockets of juicy, fresh strawberries in a buttery, shortcake-style muffin topped with sweetened, marinated fresh strawberries and sweet whipped cream
Our Famous Strawberry Shot - Get Berried! (non-alcoholic avail)
Traditional: A hollowed strawberry filled with our secret liqueur, topped with a whipped cream swirl
Dirty: A hollowed strawberry filled with rich Ghirardelli chocolate sauce, chocolate liqueur, topped with a whipped cream swirl
2026 Entertainment
| MAY | ENTERTAINER | TIME |
| Sat, May 2 | Thrillbillies -Derby Day | 3-7 |
| Fri, May 22 | DJ Dance Party | 9-1 |
| Sat, May 23 | Shadow of Doubt - Tom Petty Tribute | 5-9 |
| Sun, May 24 | The Zommies | 5-9 |
| DJ Dance Party | 9-1 | |
| Fri, May 29 | Sully Solo Music- Acoustic | 5-8 |
| DJ Dance Party | 9-1 | |
| Sat, May 30 | Buck Naked Band - Modern Country | 5-9 |
| DJ Dance Party | 9-1 |
| JUNE | ENTERTAINER | TIME |
| Fri, June 5 | DJ Dance Party | 9-1 |
| Sat, June 6 | M125 Band | 5-9 |
| Fri, June 12 | Sully Solo Music - Acoustic | 5-8 |
| DJ Dance Party | 9-1 | |
| Sat, June 13 | RikOshay | 5-9 |
| DJ Dance Party | 9-1 | |
| Fri, June 19 | Rumours Unplugged Trio | 5-9 |
| The Drop Downs | 9-1 | |
| Sat, June 20 | The Drop Downs | 9-1 |
| Sun, June 21 | Noble Cut Distillery - Father's Day Tasting | 2-5 |
| Fri, June 26 | The Erie Cats | 5-9 |
| DJ Dance Party | 9-1 | |
| Sat, June 27 | Bad JuJu | 5-9 |
| DJ Dance Party | 9-1 |
| JULY | ENTERTAINER | TIME |
| Fri, July 3 | The French Lenards | 5-9 |
| DJ Dance Party | 9-1 | |
| Sat, July 4 | 100 Proof | 12-3 |
| Retro Junkies | 4-7 | |
| DJ Dance Party | 9-1 | |
| Sun, July 5 | Sully Solo Music - Acoustic | 1-4 |
| Fri, July 10 | Sully Solo Music - Acoustic | 5-8 |
| DJ Dance Party | 9-1 | |
| Sat, July 11 | ALT 95 | 5-9 |
| Let's Glow Crazy | 9-1 | |
| Fri, July 17 | Sully Solo Music - Acoustic | 2-5 |
| The Drop Downs | 9-1 | |
| Sat, July 18 | Tight Wad | 4-8 |
| The Drop Downs | 9-1 | |
| Fri, July 24 | Sully Solo Music - Acoustic | 5-8 |
| DJ Dance Party | 9-1 | |
| Sat, July 25 | Driving Rain | 5-9 |
| DJ Dance Party | 9-1 | |
| Fri, July 31 | Sully Solo Music - Acoustic | 5-8 |
| Bad JuJu | 9-1 |
| AUGUST | ENTERTAINER | TIME |
| Sat, Aug 1 | Bad JuJu | 9-1 |
| Fri, Aug 7 | Sully Solo Music - Acoustic | 1-4 |
| Nomad Soul | 5-9 | |
| DJ Dance Party | 9-1 | |
| Sat, Aug 8 | Shadow of Doubt - Tom Petty Cover | 9-1 |
| Fri, Aug 14 | Sully Solo Music - Acoustic | 5-8 |
| The Drop Downs | 9-1 | |
| Sat, Aug 15 | Follow The Sun | 5-9 |
| DJ Dance Party | 9-1 | |
| Fri, Aug 21 | DJ Dance Party | 9-1 |
| Sat, Aug 22 | That 80's Band | 5-9 |
| DJ Dance Party | 9-1 | |
| Fri, Aug 28 | Sully Solo Music - Acoustic | 5-8 |
| DJ Dance Party | 5-8 | |
| Sat, Aug 29 | The Scenic Route Band | 5-9 |
| DJ Dance Party | 9-1 |
| SEPTEMBER | ENTERTAINER | TIME |
| Fri, Sept 4 | Andi Jo Taylor - Local Country Princess | 6-9 |
| DJ Dance Party | 9-1 | |
| Sat, Sept 5 | Line Dancing Lessons | 4-5 |
| Yosemite Slim | 5-9 | |
| DJ Dance Party | 9-1 | |
| Sun, Spet 6 | The Zoomies | 5-9 |
| DJ Dance Party | 9-1 | |
| Fri, Sept 11 | DJ Dance Party | 9-1 |
| Sat, Sept 12 | Retro Junkies | 5-9 |
| DJ Dance Party | 9-1 | |
| Fri, Sept 18 | DJ Dance Party | 9-1 |
| Sat, Spet 19 | Audiophile | 5-9 |
| DJ Dance Party | 9-1 |
| OCTOBER | ENTERTAINER | TIME |
| Sat, Oct 17 | Kid's Halloween - DJ Spooky | 11-4 |
| Fri, Oct 23 | DJ Dance Party - Kill the Cooler | 9-1 |
| Sat, Oct 24 | Adult Halloween - Boo Bash! | |
| The Drop Downs | 9-1 | |
Get your Merch!
Location & Hours
Downtown Kelleys Island
109 W. Lakeshore Dr.
Kelleys Island, Ohio, 43438
Season
May 1 - October 31
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