
Waterville, OH · $$$
Housed within the walls of a beautifully restored historic bank, Farnsworth Cocktail Bar is a refined destination in the heart of downtown Waterville. We pair a curated selection of artisanal cocktails and fresh oysters with a menu of elevated, Southern-inspired fare. Our mission is to serve as a cornerstone of this vibrant community—a welcoming space where heritage meets hospitality. Whether you are joining us for a casual evening or a special celebration, we invite you to experience the unique character of our historic home.
“Not a new patron, we love this place! We went often when they first opened, hadn’t been in almost a year and made a date night of it tonight. Our server Melanie was fantastic beginning to end. Every course was delectable, as always (best scallops I’ve ever had tonight). We were able to get an off-menu dessert which happens to be my husband’s favorite. They accommodated a special to-go request for our teenager, who was so jealous we were going without him tonight. Kudos, FCB! You have exceeded my expectations once again.”
“Nov. 2025: Great little restaurant in an old bank. Reservation recommended. Food is consistently excellent. Handcrafted cocktails are excellent as well. Great service. Prices are about the same as chain restaurants but the portions are smaller and the quality is much better. Nice atmosphere. Fairly quiet.”
“1st time in. Made a reservation. Small place, very busy. Had 8 total drinks between the 3 of us and all were above average. Kudos to the bartender. Small food menu but we liked everything that was ordered. Get the raspberry filled beignets for dessert!”
“This place is a hidden gem. It’s so unique and cozy inside. The staff was very friendly and they really took their time to make each dish perfectly presentable and delicious. I will definitely be back. The gnocchi was good, the maple syrup gave it a sweetness that complimented the sausage. The burger was amazing! I didn’t eat the bun because it was huge but the flavor was spot on. My husband said the oysters were delicious! The lemon drop was also incredible”
“A great experience all around. The building is a old bank ( safe door still in tact) the food is very sophisticated. We got the salmon dip, oysters and the burger as well as a few cocktails. Every bite was delicious. Sullivan the bartender was very attentive and the drinks were strong. We will definitely be going back to try the rest of the menu.”
219 Farnsworth Road, Waterville, OH 43566, US
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