Cincinnati
It’s odd that for all its German heritage, Cincinnati doesn’t have many German restaurants. Enter downtown’s Bauer Farm Kitchen, which specializes in…
Must-see restaurants in Ohio
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Ohio
It’s hard not to fall for this Nepalese dumpling counter hiding inside a global foods supermarket. Look for the bright-hued prayer flags fluttering over…
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Cleveland
Set in a historic firehouse, Larder has an old-time vibe. Jars of pickled veggies line the wall, and the pantry sells everything from hickory nuts to…
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Ohio
This teeny restaurant in German Village serves rustic, locally sourced brunch fare. The menu changes, but you might fill a plate with griddled cinnamon…
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Ohio
Hubcap-sized pancakes, 20 pie flavors each day, fat sandwiches and Amish specialties such as country-fried steak draw locals and tourists alike. Cash only.
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Cleveland
Citizen Pie fires up Neapolitan-style pizzas using an oven straight from the motherland. Watch the pizza maker slide your meal into the fiery dome, and…
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Cincinnati
Eli's is a wee spot that makes awesome barbecue, which is why there's always a line snaking out the door. Order at the counter, find a seat, then wait for…
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Cleveland
Famous for his tattoos, Food Network TV appearances and multiple national awards, local boy Michael Symon put Cleveland on the foodie map with Lola. While…
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Ohio
It seems all of Columbus gets in line at Katalina’s for breakfast. Tucked in a vintage gas station where you’re welcome to add to the graffitied walls and…
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Cincinnati
The snug room, with its marble bar and Moorish floor tiles, is polished yet relaxed. It’s the perfect backdrop for chef Jose Salazar’s creative comfort…
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Cleveland
ReBol sits right on lively Public Sq, and its interior features fun murals of Abe Lincoln, Albert Einstein and other 'rebels'. (Understand the eatery's…
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Cincinnati
Cincinnati chili is a local specialty. A 'five-way' is a version comprised of meat sauce (spiced with chocolate and cinnamon) ladled over spaghetti and…
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Cincinnati
The Belgian-born chef here started his career making waffles at Findlay Market, and has now branched out to running four full-fledged bistros around town…
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Ohio
‘Hoyo’ means mother in Somali, and the brothers who run this restaurant use mom’s recipes for their traditional dishes. Staples include chicken suqaar …
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Cleveland
Pork takes pride of place at the Pig, where rosy brick walls and chunky wood tables create a warm atmosphere. Indulge in pork rinds (pickle dusted), pork…
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Ohio
Grab a table in the old blacksmith shop, admire the iron tools on the wall, and then stoke your tastebuds with delectable crepes. Salmon with lemon dill…
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Ohio
Little Eater coaxes fab flavors from vegetables. The dill-spiced spinach and leek frittata, carrot ginger soup and quinoa tossed with asparagus, snap peas…
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Ohio
Simple wood tables, white panel walls and mismatched china plates set the mod-rustic tone at Corner Kitchen, a bustling diner-meets-French-cafe. Enjoy…
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Ohio
Neighborhood families, hungover hipsters and old timers clamber into the booths at this traditional-looking diner in Grandview, 4 miles northwest of…
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Ohio
A bit off the beaten path, Mrs Yoder’s is a swell choice for well-made Amish fare in simple environs. Order mains like wedding steak (browned beef baked…
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Ohio
Follow your nose into Kauffman’s to grab a loaf of warm-from-the-oven bread. More than 200 loaves bake daily, along with cinnamon pretzel doughnuts, mint…
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Ohio
It seems all of the countryside is at this pizza parlor in the evening: the high school baseball team, Amish teens on a date, families and groups of…
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Cleveland
This low-lit, white-tablecloth bistro in Little Italy prepares modern takes on classic Italian dishes. Kasha-stuffed zucchini with cashew cream sauce,…
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Ohio
Occupying a vintage house in the Brewery District, complete with flowery wallpaper and old family photos decorating the rooms, Ambrose & Eve oozes cozy…
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Ohio
Brightly painted and woodsy-casual in ambience, Village Bakery uses organic veggies, sustainably produced meats and farmstead cheeses in its eggy…
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Cincinnati
At this homey storefront in Northside, order at the counter and the congenial staff assembles your delicious Nepali meal on the spot as you pick the type…
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Cleveland
Bright-hued, trinket-filled Brewnuts has a novel concept: it makes its doughnuts using craft beer as an ingredient. Stuff your face with coffee chocolate…
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Cleveland
Nate's small, unfussy dining room offers an unusual mix of Middle Eastern dishes and deli sandwiches, with choices from stuffed grape-leaf platters to…
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Cleveland
It’s cafeteria style, so grab a tray and fill it with plump pierogi, cabbage rolls and other rib-sticking Polish and Eastern European fare. The portions…
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Ohio
The family who owns this bright-yellow eatery cooks the Cuban classics, including lechon (slow-roasted pork) and picadillo (ground beef, olives, raisins…
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Cleveland
This is a smart stop if you’re craving well-made breakfast fare, like kielbasa-studded Hungarian hash or honey-buttered cornbread waffles. Lunch brings…
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Cincinnati
The bakers get wild with flavors and create cravings you didn’t know existed. Lemon and rosemary cookies? Matcha tea loaves? Orange zest cinnamon rolls?…
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Ohio
This hole-in-the-wall spot on the bay is terrific for lake perch and walleye sandwiches with a side of French fries. The fish are caught daily and…
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Cleveland
The Tremont outpost of this small chain is always abuzz with young locals smitten with the build-your-own tacos concept. Fillings include everything from…
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Ohio
Transcendent bacon and egg sandwiches, sublime doughnuts plumped with custard and flaky-crust tarts filled with tomatoes and herbed cheese win the day at…
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Ohio
A hippie co-op 40-plus years ago, the Winds has grown up to become a sophisticated foodie favorite plating seasonal dishes such as fig-sauced asparagus…
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Ohio
It's the less formal restaurant at Young's dairy farm, serving omelets, burgers and sandwiches. But those are just clumsy foreplay for the main event:…
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Cincinnati
A hipster magnet serving modern soul food amid reclaimed wood decor, the Eagle rustles up fantastic fried chicken (dipped in spicy honey), white cheddar…
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Ohio
The large hall puts out a spread of worldly prepared foods, baked goods, deli fare and locally grown produce. Seek out renowned Jeni's Splendid Ice Cream…
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Cleveland
Mitchell's revamped an old movie theater into an ice-cream-making facility. Watch through big glass windows as staff blend the rich flavors. The goods are…
