Posted in Ohio January 17, 2019 by

The Most Unusual Restaurant In Ohio Is So Quirky It’s Charming

Where in Ohio can you view world famous television memorabilia, shop for one-of-a-kind gifts and snacks and enjoy an amazing home-cooked lunch? Look no further than Unusual Junction in West Lafayette. A truly unique stop, this is one restaurant you won’t forget. From the atmosphere to the food, a trip here is downright fun. It might be a rather unusual place, but the charm is undeniable.

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Welcome to Unusual Junction, one of the happiest restaurants in Ohio. A family owned and operated diner and marketplace, it's worth its own mini day trip.
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You'll find it at 56310 US-36, West Lafayette, OH 43845.
The Lava Rock Grill Diner is one of the quirkiest places you'll ever eat. You never know just what you'll spot on the walls or the ceiling here.
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Unusual Junction is open daily from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. The Lava Rock Grill serves lunch Monday - Friday from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. and Saturday - Sunday from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
One of the most impressive pieces of memorabilia hiding here is the official The Price Is Right sign. It's a popular piece of television history you'll recognize instantly.
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Unusual Junction purchased the sign in 2008 at a New York City Charity Auction.
On the menu, you'll find everything from mouthwatering burgers to upscale pasta dishes. The best part? Everything here is made from scratch.
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Pictured are the Pig Destroyer Tater Tots: Tots topped with grilled chicken, bacon, cheddar, buttermilk ranch, BBQ sauce and green onions.
The soups and salads alone are worth the trip. Made from natural stock and hand-cut noodles, you might find yourself wanting more than one bowl.
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To view a full menu, click here.
The next time you're traveling Highway 36, you'll definitely want to visit Unusual Junction. It's the perfect road trip stop the whole family will love.
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For more information about the shops, diner and market at Unusual Junction, click here.

Unusual Junction is located at 56310 US-36, West Lafayette, OH 43845. Have you ever been here before? If so, we want to know what your experience was like!

For more quirky restaurants in Ohio, check out our previous article: The 10 Wackiest Restaurants In Ohio Where Dining Is A Blast.