Do you ever find yourself wondering "What food is Ohio known for?" The Buckeye State has quite the culinary repertoire, so it's only natural. There are some foods, in fact, that Ohio is known across the country for -- we like our chili dogs piled high with cheese, our ice cream flavors perfected, and our burgers as big as possible. The following are 10 iconic Ohio foods that pretty much every local knows and loves.
Usually made around the holidays, this signature homemade Ohio candy is downright mouthwatering to peanut butter and chocolate lovers.
Although there are several excellent chili dog joints in Ohio, nobody does it like Tony Packo's. For a truly epic chili dog with a wide variety of options, check out this iconic hotdog joint, (and its famous bun museum,) at one of its multiple locations in Toledo. Want to learn more about these famous Ohio hot dogs? Visit the website for Tony Packo's Cafe.
The Thurman Cafe in German Village is home to Ohio's most serious burger. This beloved Columbus burger and restaurant has been featured on television several times, first appearing on the Travel Channel in 2008 in an episode of "Man vs. Food." It's one of the most iconic Ohio foods.
Here in Ohio, we have a special place in our hearts for a delicious corned beef sandwich—and Slyman's Restaurant fills that void beautifully. This downtown Cleveland eatery is home to what is arguably the best corned beef you can find in Ohio.
Spaghetti noodles, heaps of shredded cheddar cheese, and chili with a hint of cinnamon come together to create this interesting dish. The Cincinnati area's Skyline Chili chain challenges the norm, and many (though not all) find it delicious.
If the 3-way isn't your preference, Skyline's cheese coneys (topped with the signature chili, onions, mustard and mounds of cheese) are an excellent alternative. Or try one of the many other local chili parlors that serve up these Ohio favorites.
No matter what anyone tries to tell you, we started the genius frosty-french-fry-combo creation—just like we started the beloved fast food chain itself.
America’s largest tree fruit is celebrated annually at the Ohio Paw Paw Festival in Albany. (This delicious fruit tastes like a cross between a cantaloupe and a banana to me...)
AKA, the King of Ice Cream. If you've never eaten Graeter’s Ice Cream, can you even call yourself an Ohioan? Living in Ohio is a little bit sweeter because of this sweet treat!
Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams - AKA: the Queen of Ice Cream. It's some of the best of what is Ohio known for.
So there you have it: the answer to the age-old "What food is Ohio known for" question. What are your favorite iconic foods in Ohio? Did we leave any off the list? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below!
If you're hungry for more delectable eats, check out these long-standing restaurants in Ohio. You can also take a food tour like the Little Italy Neighborhood Food Tour of Cleveland to explore a bit of the state's food scene.
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