Ohio turns a regular Tuesday into a fork-first road trip, and I learned that when my “quick lunch” in Columbus became a Cleveland detour. These 15 cool restaurants aren’t about hype; they’re about personality, bold menus, and bites that make you stop talking.
Expect lakefront views, below-street hideaways, neighborhood legends, and pastry cases that tempt “dessert research.” My notes app says “Worth the parking hunt,” and this list is proof.
From Columbus to Cincinnati and the Lake Erie edge, the vibe stays unmistakably Ohio. I’ve walked into a few planning to behave, then watched my self-control clock out…