Molly & OJ’s
Family-run for generations, Molly & OJ’s is an historic cornerstone in the resort-like community of Erieau, Ontario. The property, set on the shores of beautiful Lake Erie, offers Molly & OJ’s Restaurant, The Sandbar Pub and Lakeside Cabin Rentals giving you a total get-away experience.
From relaxing on the sandy beach in summer to ice fishing on Rondeau Bay in the winter, Erieau has seasonal activities for everyone.
Our Story
OJ Vidler was born and raised in Erieau, but found himself stationed in Belfast, Ireland, as a member of the Canadian Navy in the 2nd World War. It was here where he would meet Molly McCoy, his future bride. After the war, OJ was head of his own fishing tug, the EauJay. Strong hauls kept Molly busy cleaning the fish, and selling it to locals and tourists.
The Vidlers then purchased a grocery store, which is now our existing restaurant. On the beach behind, they added cottages and trailer spaces, giving the increasing tourists a place to stay. Molly’s home-cooked perch was a hit – and the couple decided to ride its positive response into additional entrepreneurial ventures. They bought adjacent property to their grocery store and transformed it into a small coffee shop. Later, it would become The Sandbar, a friendly watering hole for locals and tourists alike.
Today, Molly & OJ’s Restaurant, The Sandbar, and Lakeside Cabin Rentals continue to serve families from all over. Come experience Molly & OJ’s to see why we’re still going strong since 1966. We’re waiting for you.
