Where can you get the best pierogies in the Youngstown area? 5 spots to try

There is an area in the United States referred to as the “Pierogi Pocket,” which includes states like Indiana and Pennsylvania — and none other than Ohio itself. Together, they account for 68% of the nation’s pierogi consumption.

Ohio is no stranger to the traditional Eastern European dish. In the mid-1800s, Polish factory workers and laborers traveled to cities like Cleveland and brought pierogies with them.

Nearly 200 years later, the stuffed dumplings have remained a signature plate of Ohio. Here are Yelp’s top picks in the Youngstown area when you’re craving the sweet or savory taste of a pierogi:

Krakus Polish Deli & Bakery

Where: 7050 Market St., Ste. 108, Boardman, OH 44512

Rating on Yelp: 4.4/5 stars

Review from customer: “Delicious food and the staff was very friendly,” said Laurie.

Lena’s Pierogi House

Where: 20 N. Main St., Hubbard, OH 44425

Rating on Yelp: 4.6/5 stars

Review from customer: “If I could, I would give this restaurant, the staff, and their food and options more than five stars,” said Sara.

Teenie’s Tavern

Where: 3011 South Ave., Youngstown, OH 44502

Rating on Yelp: 3.3/5 stars

Review from customer: “I’ve been going here since I was a kid and used a beer case as a booster seat,” said Mike.

Forgotten Taste Pierogies

Where: 11978 Route 19, Wexford, PA 15090

Rating on Yelp: 4.5/5 stars

Review from customer: “Absolutely everything about this place is amazing but I am so addicted to the pierogies I can’t wait to try more of the fillings,” said Kathy.

Babcia’s Lunchbox

Where: East Palestine, OH 44413

Rating on Yelp: 5/5 stars

Review from customer: “Great option for that home cooked pierogies Fix,” said Beth.

Have you tried all of these? Let me know which is your favorite by commenting below or send me an email at chloe.barbarise@mcclatchy.com.