Hotels in Gambier, OH

“I didn't stay at the Kenyon Inn but my husband and I and two others had a meal there. We had tickets to attend a concert in nearby Mount Vernon, OH. I thought I had made a reservation for that evening for dinner at a fine dining restaurant in Mount Vernon. However, something happened I'm not sure what, but my reservation was on their books for the next night, NOT the night of the concert. They were very nice about it, but at that late date, there wasn't anything they could do about it as, predictably their restaurant was completely booked that evening. So I called The Kenyon Inn and we ended up going there. It is a little difficult in the dark to navigate finding the restaurant as the GPS wanted to take us to the front of the Kenyon Inn, where there is no parking and it was pitch black. Once we finally got our bearings...we went into the building. We were greeted by the nicest and friendliest receptionist...whose name I did not get...unfortunately. She is also a server in the restaurant in addition to working on the desk to take care of the overnight guests. The dining room is small, intimate and there are very comfortable chairs! Kayla was our server. She did a wonderful job. The food selection was nice and varied. There were features offered not on the menu and the other three people had the evening special of twin tournedos of beef. They all enjoyed it immensely. The carrot/apple soup of the day was excellent. I had the lemon garlic pasta and shrimp with the strawberry salad. The salad was very good, however, instead of strawberries, I was served small tomatoes...it is November, after all. The salad dressing was exceptional. The lemon garlic pasta and shrimp was delicious and I'd order it again any day! Kayla took care of us with ample time to drive back to Mount Vernon with time to spare for the concert to start. It is always nice to dine at either restaurant because the food and service is excellent at both. Know you have options up there in these two charming small towns! My husband and friends were happy I was able to think fast enough to pivot and make this very last minute change in our dinner plans. I've dined at The Kenyon Inn before and I have always liked it! I knew where to call!”