Where can 18 of us eat dinner together near Hocking Hills, and who will even take a reservation that size? If you are bringing three generations for a long weekend, that question comes up fast.
Family dining in Logan, Ohio works best with a little planning. A table for 18 is a big ask on a busy night. It helps to know your options before you arrive.
Four places can help a party your size. They are The Olde Dutch Restaurant, Kindred Spirits at Cedar Falls, 58 West, and Pizza Crossing. I also share what breakfast looks like for 18, and how our lodges make an overnight stay easy.
Can a Restaurant in Logan Seat 18 Together?
Yes, with some planning. Call ahead, or choose a format built for groups. A buffet, a private room, or catering at the lodge all work well.
This table compares The Olde Dutch, Kindred Spirits, 58 West, Pizza Crossing, and both lodges for 18 guests.
| Place | Option for a group of 18 | From the lodges |
| The Olde Dutch Restaurant | Buffet and banquet rooms | About 15 minutes |
| Kindred Spirits | Private room for larger parties | About 15 minutes |
| 58 West | Buffet catering at your lodge, up to 20 people | About 11 minutes |
| Pizza Crossing | Carry-out and delivery | About 11 minutes |
| Woodland Lodge | Seats 22 across three tables | Your home base |
| Magnolia Grove Lodge | Table for 14 to 16, island for 4 | Your home base |
Holiday hours are different. For holiday meals and markets, see our guide to Thanksgiving in Hocking Hills.
How to Book a Table for 18 in Logan
Online booking tools often stop at smaller tables, so a phone call works better for 18. A few details make that call go smoothly.
- Give the exact headcount. Count the grandparents, the teens, and every high chair you need.
- Ask about seating. Ask if your family can sit together in one room, and at what times.
- Ask about the bill. Some places put a large group on one check, so settle that before you go.
- Mention diets and mobility. Share any allergies, and say if someone uses a wheelchair or walker.
- Confirm the hours. Hours change by season and on holidays, so check before you drive in.
Planning one or two big dinners out, with easier nights at the lodge, keeps the weekend relaxed.
Sit-Down Dinners for a Party of 18 Near Logan
Two places suit a sit-down meal with the whole family. The Olde Dutch Restaurant offers homestyle cooking, and Kindred Spirits suits a special night.
The Olde Dutch Restaurant
If you’re looking for homestyle cooking in Logan, Ohio, you can head to The Olde Dutch on State Route 664 South. It is about 15 minutes from the lodges. Its buffet is a simple way to feed 18 people with different tastes.
The buffet has two hot bars with six or more meats, a salad bar, a soup station, and dessert. The restaurant notes that larger parties get faster service when ordering the buffet. Nobody waits on 18 separate orders, which helps when little ones are hungry.
The menu lists the dinner and weekend buffet at $17.49 for adults, and $7.99 for kids ages 3 to 10. Children under 3 eat free. You can see the full Olde Dutch menu before you go.
For a private meal, The Olde Dutch has banquet rooms for special events and meetings. Call 740-385-1000 or email events@theoldedutchrestaurant.com with your date and group size.
Hours are 11 a.m. until 8 p.m. daily, with exceptions on some holidays. One thing to note: buffet leftovers cannot go home with you.
Kindred Spirits at the Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls
Kindred Spirits serves dinner inside the Inn’s original 1840s log cabins, about 15 minutes from the lodges. It suits a birthday, an anniversary, or a last-night dinner with the whole family.
The dining room is intimate, so a party of 18 needs a different plan. The Inn’s OpenTable listing names a private room, The Gathering Place, for larger parties. Call 740-385-7489 to confirm it is available for 18 on your dates.
Dinner starts at 5 p.m. daily. Final seating is 7:15 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 8:15 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Kindred Spirits also offers vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options, which helps with mixed diets.
Dinner Takeout in Logan for a Night In
Some nights, the best table is your own. The Olde Dutch and Pizza Crossing both make dinner takeout in Logan simple for a big group.
Broasted Chicken and Buffet by the Pound at The Olde Dutch
The Olde Dutch sells its broasted chicken to go in meals sized for a crowd. The 20-piece meal comes with two sides and 10 rolls for $49.99.
You can also carry out the buffet any time at $9.99 per pound. Whole pies are available to go, so dessert is covered too. This is comfort food in Logan, Ohio that makes an easy dinner back at the lodge.
Pizza Crossing in Downtown Logan
Pizza Crossing on North Mulberry Street offers carry-out, delivery, and dine-in. It sits in downtown Logan, about 11 minutes from the lodges.
For 18 people, call 740-385-8558 and ask how long a large order takes. Ask too if delivery reaches your lodge. Pizza Crossing is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter.
For more places to eat on a smaller night out, see our guide to the Best Restaurants in Hocking Hills.
Having Dinner Catered or Cooked at the Lodge
Two services bring dinner to you: catering from 58 West, and a private chef through CookinGenie. Catering is the better fit for a full buffet for 18.
58 West Catering at Your Lodge
58 West is a restaurant, winery, brewery, and distillery in downtown Logan. Its private spaces do not fit 18, since the Loft seats 10 and patio rentals start at 30.
Catering works better. The 2026 catering booklet offers off-site buffet service within Hocking County. It lists buffet service for up to 20 people at $500 per 3-hour slot.
The booklet also has a full catering menu. Food bars such as fajitas, baked potatoes, and mac and cheese are listed at $400 for 20 guests. A 20% gratuity is added, and a deposit holds your date. Ask 58 West for a quote that includes your menu.
The buffet comes to the lodge, so everyone eats together at home. Nobody has to drive after dinner, which matters with sleepy kids. Start with the 58 West catering page, and note that holiday weekend pricing may vary.
A Private Chef Through CookinGenie
If you would rather have dinner cooked in your own kitchen, we partner with CookinGenie. The chef shops, cooks, serves, and cleans up.
Use code staywoodlands for $25 off orders of $200 or more. Also, $5 from every order goes to Compassion International. You can find the details on our Additional Services page.
Breakfast for a Crowd Near Hocking Hills
A group of 18 has three good breakfast options. Try The Olde Dutch weekend buffet, Kindred Spirits, or a slow morning at the lodge.
The Olde Dutch offers a breakfast buffet on Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. A buffet suits a big group, since everyone can eat on their own schedule.
Kindred Spirits serves breakfast daily and welcomes diners who are not staying at the Inn. With an intimate dining room, it may suit a smaller family group.
Many mornings, the easiest breakfast is at the lodge. Coffee, creamer, sugar, salt, and pepper are already stocked, and both kitchens are fully equipped. The 58 West catering menu also lists a fruit, yogurt, and pastry platter at $6 per guest.
Eating In at Woodland Lodge and Magnolia Grove Lodge
On the nights you stay in, both lodges are set up to feed a crowd. They sit side by side, about 6 miles (11 minutes) from downtown Logan.
Woodland Lodge Sleeps 18 and Seats 22
Woodland Lodge sleeps 18 guests in 5 bedrooms with 3 bathrooms. Its 12-person dining table, 4-person breakfast bar, and 6-person sunroom table seat 22 people in all.
That means your family of 18 can sit down together, with seats to spare. The double oven lets you cook the main dish and sides at the same time. Two full-size refrigerators hold the leftovers and the breakfast groceries.
After dinner, the kids can head to the theater room. The adults can gather at the two fire pits for the rest of the evening.
Magnolia Grove Lodge Sleeps 20 With Step-Free Entry
Magnolia Grove Lodge sleeps 20 guests in 7 bedrooms with 4 bathrooms. Its dining table seats 14 to 16, and the kitchen island seats 4 more.
A high chair, a booster seat, and children’s dinnerware help the youngest guests join the meal. It is also our only fully ADA-accessible lodge, with step-free entry and a wheelchair-accessible master suite. That makes dinner at home easier when a grandparent uses a wheelchair or walker.
Groceries on State Route 664 South are about 15 minutes from both lodges. For more on choosing a lodge for your group, see our guide to Large Group Cabins in Hocking Hills.
Family Dining in Logan, Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a restaurant in Logan, Ohio seat a group of 18?
Yes, with planning. The Olde Dutch Restaurant has a buffet suited to large parties and banquet rooms for private events. Kindred Spirits lists a private room for larger parties. Call ahead to confirm for your dates.
Where can a big family get dinner takeout in Logan?
The Olde Dutch sells broasted chicken meals to go, including a 20-piece meal with two sides and 10 rolls. It also sells its buffet by the pound. Pizza Crossing in downtown Logan offers carry-out and delivery.
Can a restaurant cater dinner at a cabin near Logan?
Yes. 58 West offers off-site buffet catering in Hocking County for up to 20 people. Its booklet lists $500 per 3-hour slot, plus a 20% gratuity. Ask for a quote that includes your menu.
Where can 18 people eat breakfast near Hocking Hills?
The Olde Dutch runs a breakfast buffet on Saturday and Sunday, 8 a.m. until 11 a.m. Kindred Spirits serves breakfast daily. Both lodges also have fully stocked kitchens, with coffee, creamer, and sugar provided.
How far are The Woodlands lodges from downtown Logan?
Woodland Lodge and Magnolia Grove Lodge sit side by side, about 6 miles or 11 minutes from downtown Logan. The Olde Dutch is about 15 minutes away.
Plan Your Stay at The Woodlands
A long weekend with 18 people goes best when meals are part of the plan. Book a buffet night, order takeout for a quiet evening, and cook together on the rest.
Woodland Lodge sleeps 18, and Magnolia Grove Lodge sleeps 20. If your group is larger than 20, please email me at stay@thewoodlandstoday.com before booking.
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