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These 5 Ohio restaurants are the most popular in the state right now, Yelp says

Korean BBQ at Kitchen Social in Ohio.
Korean BBQ at Kitchen Social in Ohio. Yelp

Foodies in Ohio: this list is for you.

Yelp’s list of the 100 most popular restaurants in Ohio for the month of August is out and while we are drooling over all of them, we thought we’d give you a little preview of the top five.

From delicious delis, mouthwatering Mediterranean food and an adorable Asian dessert shop, here are the top five most popular restaurants in Ohio right now:

Catering by Scott (number 1)

The triple decker sandwich at Catering by Scott.
The triple decker sandwich at Catering by Scott. Yelp

Address: 2980 E. Broad Street in Columbus

Yelp rating: 4.9 out of 5 stars

Yelp review: “Only been there once, and can’t wait to return . . . Great atmosphere with attentive and friendly staff,” wrote Bernard R. on Yelp.

What to order: Triple decker sandwich, French toast, chicken salad or tomato basil soup

Grist (number 2)

Italian Stallion sandwich at Grist in Ohio.
Italian Stallion sandwich at Grist in Ohio. Yelp

Address: 46 W. Fifth Street in Dayton

Yelp rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars

Yelp review: “This was the most amazing meal I’ve ever had! Everything was exceptional. It is definitely going to be our go to date night place,” said Jordan N.

What to order: Italian Stallion Sandwich, Tiramisu or meatball sandwich

Shawarma Brothers (number 3)

Shawarma Brothers in Ohio have a delicious Falafel Bowl
Shawarma Brothers in Ohio have a delicious Falafel Bowl Yelp

Address: 1808 Portage Trl. in Cuyahoga Falls

Yelp rating: 4.8 out of 5

Yelp review: “This food is amazing! The prices are fantastic for the portion sizes and the staff is very friendly,” wrote Daniel B.

What to order: Chicken Shawarma, Shawarma bowl, Falafel bowl or Gyro bowl

Kitchen Social (number 4)

Korean BBQ at Kitchen Social in Ohio.
Korean BBQ at Kitchen Social in Ohio. Yelp

Address: 8954 Lyra Drive in Columbus

Yelp rating: 4.7 out of 5

Yelp review: “Service was amazing, food was amazing. The place was clean, and full of love and fun,” wrote Georgia B.

What to order: Brown butter cake, Korean BBQ cauliflower, blackened shrimp capellini or honey miso cod

Belle’s Bread (number 5)

Scrumptious strawberry cake at Belle’s Bread in Ohio.
Scrumptious strawberry cake at Belle’s Bread in Ohio. Yelp

Address: 1168 Kenny Centre Mall in Columbus

Yelp rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars

Yelp review: “What an adorable Asian bakery . . . The most delicious and aesthetically pleasing pastries and cakes ever,” said Elaine M.

What to order: Strawberry cake, mango mousse cake or green tea soft serve

Have you tried any of these restaurants? Let me know in the comments or email me at cmadden@mcclatchy.com

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Chelsea Madden
The Telegraph
Chelsea is a service journalism reporter who began working for McClatchy in 2022. She was born and raised in Middle Georgia and lives in Forsyth. She attended Wesleyan College for undergrad and a few years after that, went to SCAD for an MFA in writing. Outside of work, Chelsea likes to watch Netflix, read books in the thriller genre and chase her toddler around.