From Camp Dennison, Cincinnati, Cleveland and beyond, Ohio has sent a steady stream of restaurants to Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives over the years. We gathered the spots Guy Fieri has featured across the state, kept the ones still open and still beloved, and ranked the top 20 by how much diners actually love them. Consider it your Ohio road-trip eating list.

1. Mabel’s BBQ (Cleveland)

BBQ · $$ · 4.4★ (3,307 Google reviews)

Mabel’s BBQ earned its spot on the show for low-and-slow barbecue that regulars rave about, and the 4.4-star average from 3,307 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 35, Episode 8 — “Food Network Super Chefs” (April 29, 2022)
Address: Mabel's BBQ, 2050 E 4th St, Cleveland, OH 44115
Phone: +1 216-417-8823
Website: alexander-lombardo-wm8a.squarespace.com
See the full Mabel’s BBQ listing →

2. Blue Ash Chili Restaurant (Cincinnati)

American · $ · 4.6★ (3,097 Google reviews)

Known for American classics, Blue Ash Chili Restaurant still draws a crowd — a 4.6-star rating from 3,097 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 9, Episode 7 — “Comfort Food With Attitude” (June 7, 2010)
Address: 9525 Kenwood Rd Suite 5, Blue Ash, OH 45242
Phone: +1 513-984-6107
Website: www.blueashchili.com
See the full Blue Ash Chili Restaurant listing →

3. Taste of Belgium (Cincinnati)

Breakfast · $$ · 4.5★ (3,024 Google reviews)

The a knockout breakfast at Taste of Belgium clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.5-star rating across 3,024 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 21, Episode 6 — “One Street Wonders” (October 10, 2014)
Address: 16 West Freedom Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Phone: +1 513-396-5800
Website: tasteofbelgium.com
See the full Taste of Belgium listing →

4. King Gyros Greek Restaurant (Whitehall)

Mediterranean · $ · 4.6★ (2,512 Google reviews)

King Gyros Greek Restaurant is one of the area’s go-to spots for Mediterranean dishes, with a strong 4.6 stars from 2,512 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 40, Episode 3 — “All Over the Plate” (August 30, 2024)
Address: 400 S Hamilton Rd, Columbus, OH 43213
Phone: +1 614-866-9008
Website: www.kinggyros.com
See the full King Gyros Greek Restaurant listing →

5. Lucky’s Cafe (Cleveland)

American, Breakfast, Dessert · $$ · 4.5★ (2,161 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for American classics, Lucky’s Cafe keeps a 4.5-star rating across 2,161 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 32, Episode 6 — “Takeout: Funky Finds in 'da House” (May 22, 2020)
Address: 777 Starkweather Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113
Phone: +1 216-622-7773
Website: www.luckyscafe.com
See the full Lucky’s Cafe listing →

6. Rowley Inn (Cleveland)

Other · $ · 4.7★ (2,099 Google reviews)

Rowley Inn earned its spot on the show for a one-of-a-kind menu that regulars rave about, and the 4.7-star average from 2,099 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 35, Episode 7 — “Pickin' Up and Chowin' Down” (April 15, 2022)
Address: 1104 Rowley Ave, Cleveland, OH 44109
Phone: +1 216-795-5345
Website: www.therowleyinn.com
See the full Rowley Inn listing →

7. Terry’s Turf Club (Cincinnati)

American, BBQ, Burger · $$ · 4.4★ (1,888 Google reviews)

Known for American classics, Terry’s Turf Club still draws a crowd — a 4.4-star rating from 1,888 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D (2 times):
• Season 9, Episode 6 — “Grilled, Smoked & Sauced” (May 31, 2010)
• Season 22, Episode 15 — “All Beefed Up” (March 9, 2015)
Address: 4618 Eastern Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45226
Phone: +1 513-318-5756
Website: www.turfclubcincy.com
See the full Terry’s Turf Club listing →

8. Pho Lang Thang (Cincinnati)

Asian · $ · 4.5★ (1,652 Google reviews)

The bold Asian flavors at Pho Lang Thang clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.5-star rating across 1,652 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 21, Episode 9 — “Soup-Centric” (November 14, 2014)
Address: 1828 Race St, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Phone: +1 513-376-9177
Website: www.pholangthang.com
See the full Pho Lang Thang listing →

9. Northside Yacht Club (Cincinnati)

Dessert · $ · 4.6★ (1,620 Google reviews)

Northside Yacht Club is one of the area’s go-to spots for dessert worth the trip, with a strong 4.6 stars from 1,620 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 42, Episode 4 — “Soup, Salad and Sorbet Spins” (August 29, 2025)
Address: 4231 Spring Grove Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45223
Phone: +1 513-541-0528
Website: www.northsideyachtclub.com
See the full Northside Yacht Club listing →

10. Fat Cats (Cleveland)

American, Breakfast · $$ · 4.6★ (1,542 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for American classics, Fat Cats keeps a 4.6-star rating across 1,542 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 35, Episode 11 — “Flavor Expedition” (May 27, 2022)
Address: 2061 W 10th St, Cleveland, OH 44113
Phone: +1 216-260-9430
Website: www.fatcatstremont.com
See the full Fat Cats listing →

11. High Bank Distillery Co (Columbus)

American · $$ · 4.6★ (1,528 Google reviews)

High Bank Distillery Co earned its spot on the show for American classics that regulars rave about, and the 4.6-star average from 1,528 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 40, Episode 7 — “Home Cooked Flavor” (October 11, 2024)
Address: 1051 Goodale Blvd, Columbus, OH 43212
Phone: +1 614-826-5347
Website: www.highbankco.com
See the full High Bank Distillery Co listing →

12. Mason’s Creamery (Cleveland)

Chicken, Dessert · $ · 4.7★ (1,522 Google reviews)

Known for fried chicken, Mason’s Creamery still draws a crowd — a 4.7-star rating from 1,522 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 35, Episode 10 — “Chicken, Steak and Cake” (May 20, 2022)
Address: 4401 Bridge Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113
Phone: +1 216-762-1095
Website: www.masonscreamery.com
See the full Mason’s Creamery listing →

13. Astoria Cafe & Market (Cleveland)

Seafood, Mediterranean · $$ · 4.7★ (1,484 Google reviews)

The fresh seafood at Astoria Cafe & Market clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.7-star rating across 1,484 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 35, Episode 12 — “Surf & Savory” (July 8, 2022)
Address: 5417 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH 44102
Phone: +1 216-266-0834
Website: astoriacafemarket.com
See the full Astoria Cafe & Market listing →

14. Pierogi Mountain (Columbus)

Other · $ · 4.5★ (1,393 Google reviews)

Pierogi Mountain is one of the area’s go-to spots for a one-of-a-kind menu, with a strong 4.5 stars from 1,393 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 27, Episode 13 — “College-Town Champs” (November 17, 2017)
Address: 105 N Grant Ave, Columbus, OH 43215
Phone: +1 614-745-3139
Website: www.pierogimountain.com
See the full Pierogi Mountain listing →

15. Loops (Columbus)

Sandwich, Mediterranean · $ · 4.5★ (1,312 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for over-stuffed sandwiches, Loops keeps a 4.5-star rating across 1,312 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 27, Episode 12 — “Sammies and Spice” (November 10, 2017)
Address: 1629 Northwest Blvd, Columbus, OH 43212
Phone: +1 614-670-8808
Website: www.loopsgoodfood.com
See the full Loops listing →

16. Schoolhouse Restaurant (Camp Dennison)

Other · $$ · 4.4★ (1,269 Google reviews)

Schoolhouse Restaurant earned its spot on the show for a one-of-a-kind menu that regulars rave about, and the 4.4-star average from 1,269 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 37, Episode 12 — “Tasty Time Travel” (August 25, 2023)
Address: 8031 Glendale Milford Rd, Camp Dennison, OH 45111
Phone: +1 513-831-5753
Website: www.theschoolhousecincinnati.com
See the full Schoolhouse Restaurant listing →

17. Wario’s Beef and Pork (Columbus)

Mexican, Sandwich · $$ · 4.7★ (1,267 Google reviews)

Known for Mexican plates, Wario’s Beef and Pork still draws a crowd — a 4.7-star rating from 1,267 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 40, Episode 10 — “Meat, Hmong and Mexican” (November 8, 2024)
Address: 111 W Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH 43215
Phone: +1 614-914-8338
Website: www.wariosbeefandpork614.com
See the full Wario’s Beef and Pork listing →

18. Island Frydays (Cincinnati)

Other · $ · 4.5★ (1,134 Google reviews)

The a one-of-a-kind menu at Island Frydays clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.5-star rating across 1,134 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D (2 times):
• Season 21, Episode 4 — “Worldwide Flavorfest” (September 26, 2014)
• Season 34, Episode 3 — “Takeout: All Over the Menu” (June 4, 2021)
Address: 5835 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45224
Phone: +1 513-246-4182
Website: www.islandfrydays.com
See the full Island Frydays listing →

19. The Governor (Milford)

Sandwich · $$ · 4.6★ (1,084 Google reviews)

The Governor is one of the area’s go-to spots for over-stuffed sandwiches, with a strong 4.6 stars from 1,084 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 37, Episode 10 — “Stuffed, Sandwiched and Souped” (August 4, 2023)
Address: 231 Main St, Milford, OH 45150
Phone: +1 513-239-8298
Website: www.governordiner.com
See the full The Governor listing →

20. Melt Eclectic Cafe (Cincinnati)

Breakfast, Sandwich, Vegan/Vegetarian · $ · 4.5★ (1,050 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for a knockout breakfast, Melt Eclectic Cafe keeps a 4.5-star rating across 1,050 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 21, Episode 2 — “Seriously Saucy” (September 12, 2014)
Address: 4100 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45223
Phone: +1 513-818-8951
Website: meltrevival.com
See the full Melt Eclectic Cafe listing →