Ohio Food Road Trips

If you’re on the hunt for some authentic Buckeye State eats, we’ve assembled a list of must-visit restaurants you’re sure to love and food experiences that should be on every foodie’s list. From classic delis and gourmet dogs to historic spots and places to get great fried Lake Erie perch, we’ve got routes planned and checklists readied that will help you satisfy your appetite for travel, nostalgia and delicious Ohio eats. These places are guaranteed to deliver. So what’s on your menu? We’ll take your order.


Foodie Dinners: From open-air gatherings on a farm to entire meals starring a particular vegetable, these food experiences showcase Ohio’s agricultural heritage and natural beauty.


Classic Delis: Corned beef never goes out of style. You won’t go wrong ordering it (or anything else) at these beloved Ohio delis.


Game-Day Eats: Peanuts! Popcorn! Cracker Jack! They’re all great, but when it comes to chowing down as your team takes the field, order one of these favorites.


Historic Spots: These places celebrate the people and ways of living from days gone by. Here’s where to grab a bite when you visit.


Classic Burgers: When you want a legendary burger, look no further than these longstanding spots.


Barbecue Spots: If you think meats cooked slow and low isn’t an Ohio thing, you haven’t visited these places.


Ice Cream Parlors: When you want your sundae topped with a heaping scoop of nostalgia, here’s where to go.


Lake Erie Perch: Whether you want it fried or broiled, one fish rules our Great Lake when it comes to your dinner plate.


Gourmet Hot Dogs: From twists on classic creations to a laundry-list of toppings, these spots do it right.