Ashtabula Harbor, Ohio

Good food. Cold drinks. A boat full of stories.

Come aboard The Bum Boat, a historic riverfront bar and gathering place built for easy afternoons, good company, and a view you cannot get from shore.

Plan your visit Explore the boat

Explore the area In The Historic
Ashtabula Harbor Discover the history, dining, events, and waterfront.

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Step aboard on Instagram Take a Virtual Tour Watch the first tour ↗ See More of the Boat Watch another reel ↗

What's happening

Make your next outing a Bum Boat day.

Check out upcoming food specials, sunset cruises, and football game days at The Bum Boat in Ashtabula Harbor.

Sunset CruisesView the full flyer

Football Game DaysView the full flyer

Bum Boat Clam Bake flyer for October 10, 2026

Clam BakeView the full flyer

A local landmark

Step aboard something different.

The Bum Boat is more than a place to grab a drink. It is a piece of the harbor, a familiar meeting place, and one of the most memorable ways to spend time on the Ashtabula River.

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Pull up a seat, order something good, and stay awhile.