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9 American Hometown Foods That Can Surprise First-Time Visitors
Every town has its own idea of comfort food. In Cincinnati, chili belongs on spaghetti. In Pittsburgh, French fries go inside the sandwich. And in Mississippi, ordering a slugburger won’t get you anything remotely resembling a garden pest. American cooking is full of these wonderfully unexpected traditions. Some have even earned official recognition. In 2012,... The post 9 American Hometown Foods That Can Surprise First-Time Visitors appeared first on Timeless Dishes .
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After less than a year, local restaurant announces permanent closure
A Columbus Persian-fusion restaurant announced it is permanently closing its doors while the owner takes over a Downtown Powell staple. On October 29, Linworth Grill announced it will not be reopening after closing its 2245 W Dublin-Granville Rd. location over the summer due to space issues. With the closure of...
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How an Upscale Steakhouse Earns Repeat Guests Through Consistency
An upscale steakhouse earns repeat guests through dependable execution, not occasional brilliance. Diners remember whether reservations stay organized, steaks arrive at requested temperatures, and servers manage the meal without rushing it. They also notice quieter details, including clean tables, accurate menu answers, and prompt responses when something goes wrong. Those standards shape trust over time.
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A Georgia Grandmother’s Recipes Fill The Menu At This Cincinnati Soul Food Kitchen, And Ohio Diners Rave About The Collard Green Gumbo
Some family recipes stay tucked inside a kitchen drawer for decades. Others end up feeding a whole city. In Cincinnati, a set of dishes handed down from a grandmother in Georgia now fills an entire restaurant menu, and people drive hours just to sit down for a plate. The star that keeps coming up in conversation is a collard green gumbo, a dish that blends two Southern favorites into one bowl.
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Here’s the Columbus coffee shop John Legend was just spotted at
While in town for midterm campaigning, this Ohio-native celebrity visited a local coffee shop. On October 27, Cure Coffee and Cocktails, located at 154 N 3rd St., organized a rally for Sherrod Brown amid the close Senate race, featuring speakers from Brown’s campaign, Ohio organizations, and some musical entertainment from The Ohio State University’s African American Voices Gospel Choir.
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Old Wendy’s near Dayton Mall set for demolition
MIAMI TOWNSHIP, Ohio (WDTN) — A former restaurant in front of the Dayton Mall is expected to be demolished. Records obtained by 2 NEWS show plans to demolish the defunct Wendy’s restaurant at 2948 Miamisburg Centerville Road. On Wednesday, two yellow barricades and plastic mesh material were placed at the entrance and along the sides […]
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Ohio pizzeria of more than 50 years abruptly doors
While it’s not located in Columbus, a longstanding Ohio pizzeria has closed its doors for good. Last week, Leonardo’s Pizza, an eatery that’s operated in the Akron area for more than half a century, announced its immediate closure on social media. BROUGHT TO YOU BY. “It is...
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The Crispy Fish And Chips At This Ohio Restaurant Are Worth Planning A Road Trip Around
Every Saturday, from opening bell to closing time, one Ohio fish shop keeps the fried fish, chips, and hushpuppies coming. That’s all-you-can-eat, all day long, with coleslaw and fountain drinks tossed into the deal. The building started life as an Arthur Treacher’s, and a later owner turned it into...
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The brief, bizarre history of the Catacombs nightclub
More than 85 years ago, a spooky nightclub attraction drew crowds to downtown Columbus. It was called The Catacombs, and it featured a macabre crypt tour alongside lively bars, music and a restaurant. The club was inspired by European history, particularly Rome, which has extensive underground catacombs filled with millions...
University of Cincinnati News Record
New Chick-fil-A opens on corner of Highland and McMillan
A new Chick-fil-A opened on the corner of East McMillan Street and Highland Avenue near the University of Cincinnati, on Oct. 22, 2026. Anyone dressed as a cow could enjoy a free Chick-fil-A entree in celebration of the grand opening. “I am so happy because I don’t have to drive...
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Culver’s-linked business wants former Kettering Frisch’s rezoned
KETTERING, Ohio (WDTN) — A restaurant is seemingly making plans to take over the old Frisch’s Big Boy in Kettering. On Nov. 2 at 7 p.m., the Kettering Planning Commission will meet to consider rezoning 2861 Wilmington Pike from neighborhood business to business. Frisch’s operated at the location until its closure in late 2024. The […]
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Ohio’s Fall Comfort Bowl Is Cincinnati Chili, and These 6 Spots Ladle It Over Spaghetti
Cincinnati chili is not the thick, bean-heavy stew most people picture. It is a thin, spiced meat sauce spooned over spaghetti and buried under a pile of shredded cheddar, and Ohioans order it by number: 3-way, 4-way, 5-way. When the weather turns cool, a steaming plate of it becomes the...
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8 Ohio Restaurants Where Pierogi Are Worth Ordering This November
Somewhere in Ohio, someone is probably arguing that their grandmother made the best pierogi in the world. I wouldn’t dare get involved in that debate, but November seems like a pretty good time to investigate the competition. I’ve always had a soft spot for the classic potato-and-cheese filling, especially...
Cincinnati CityBeat
Cincinnati’s buzziest steakhouse Etxe details new menu, expansion plans
One year after opening, the city’s buzziest steakhouse is still charging ahead at full speed. Etxe, the Basque steakhouse located in Walnut Hills, has big plans for both the present and future. Co-owners David Matern and Heather Brady originally launched the restaurant as a “culinary residency” inside the space...
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Celebrated Cincinnati chef Jose Salazar closing Moroccan-inspired wine bar in OTR
CINCINNATI (Cincinnati Business Courier) - Celebrated chef Jose Salazar is closing the Moroccan-inspired wine bar that sits in the home of the first restaurant he ever opened in Cincinnati. Jose and Ann Salazar announced on social media Oct. 30 that Safi Wine Bar, at 1401 Republic St. in Over-the-Rhine, is...
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Four Indiana Diners Where A Hearty Breakfast Still Costs Under Ten Dollars
Breakfast out used to be the cheap meal, and in a few Indiana diners it still is. Eggs, hash browns, biscuits, and coffee can add up fast at chain spots, but some local counters keep their morning specials friendly to your wallet. The four diners on this list, from South...