Ohio has 2 of the best 100 restaurants for 2026, Yelp says. Here’s where, what reviewers say

Finding the best restaurant around is like finding a best friend. I mean, there are plenty of good ones around, but we want the best, right? So, you’ll probably have to deal with a few bad ones before you get it right.

But lucky for us, we won’t have to find the best restaurants because Yelp just did that for us.

Yelp’s list of the Top 100 US restaurants for 2026 is live and full of the best reviews, menus and delicious food to get your appetite growing.

Here’s what to know about the restaurants in Ohio on the list:

Ohio restaurants in Yelp’s top 100 for 2026

Pepp & Dolores - Cincinnati, Ohio (number 10) “Reservations are a must at this always-hoppin’ Cincy fave, known for its comforting, nonna-inspired Italian food and hospitality,” as stated on the Yelp list.

Yelp rating: 4.6 out of 5 stars

Yelp review: “A very special place I’ve shared with special people. Food is top tier and unmatched. Lots of love for this place,” wrote Shruthi S.

What to order: spicy vodka pasta, pesto pasta, braised pork shoulder or lobster pasta

Kitchen Social - Columbus, Ohio (number 92)

Yelp rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars

Yelp review: “This is my go-to spot, kudos to the owners and servers for doing an excellent job,” said Monica J.

What to order: brown butter cake, Thai shrimp, fish and chips or lobster bisque

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

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.