Historic Plymouth Street, with its many century homes and tall trees, is an architectural wonderland. Twenty-two buildings are still standing, a century and a half after they were built in early Hanoverton, a thriving port on the Sandy & Beaver Canal. The Spread Eagle Tavern and Inn is one of them, built in 1837, and is known today as one of the finest remaining examples of Federal period architecture. It's also a fine restaurant. Diners can choose the rustic Barn Room anchored by a vast stone fireplace or the Patriot's Room where a 1779 Cowpens, South Carolina's Revolutionary War battle flag, has a place of honor on the wall and tiles behind the bar tell the story of the canal era. For an intimate dining experience or for private parties, five smaller dining rooms are available. There's a wide selection of beef and seafood, but the Spread Eagle prides itself on smoked meats prepared in their own smokehouse. Part of the fun of coming here are the surprises as you make your way through the inn: a complete cobbler's bench in an alcove, a Spirit of '76 painting by Archibald Willard in the hall, photos and portraits of historical figures and canal-era art on the walls. 10150 Historic Plymouth St., Hanoverton, 330/223-1583. DS, MC, V