When foodie locales come to mind, Ohio is not a state that is typically part of the picture, nor is its small town of Yellow Springs. But you'd be surprised at the number of restaurants that together constitute a varied and even avant-garde mini-mecca of dining in this part of the Midwest. Whether you're looking for Caribbean, farm-to-table, or vegetarian, you won't be disappointed by an evening spent at one of the many top-notch restaurants in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Be sure to top your meal off with dessert and perhaps a late-night quaff brewed nearby.
A rainbow arches over the Sunrise Cafe, on Xenia Avenue. It's just one of the popular restaurants serving up delicious food downtown.
Craving something colorful and vibrant? The Calypso Grill and Smokehouse offers piquant specialties that are as pleasing to the eye as they are to the tongue.
Discerning palates wanting to add some small town fare to their cosmopolitan plates can research Yellow Springs at the village's website or the chamber's site. The majority of the above restaurants in Yellow Springs, Ohio, are located where Route 68 meets Corry Street, with several stragglers nearby. Breweries and shops providing take-home goodies also rest in this area.
Remember when eating for under $10 a person wasn't an enormous feat? Less than a decade ago, it felt like you could buy a complete meal with a tenner and still have enough money left over to buy yourself a little treat.
Well, I'm here to tell you that in Girard, Ohio, those days are still here! At Jib Jab Hot Dog Shoppe, there are five full meals on the menu that cost less than ten dollars, with drinks included.
Look, the food at this Ohio hot dog joint ain't fancy, but it doesn't need to be. There's something to be said about limiting a menu so that every single thing on it shines.
That's precisely what Jib Jab Hot Dog Shoppe has done. Their menu includes little more than hot dogs, sandwiches, and chicken tenders. However, when they are as good as reviewers say they are, is there a need for much more than that?!
This cute Ohio hot dog joint has been bringing families together for cheap eats since 1946. Since its inception, Jib Jab Hot Dog Shoppe has made a point of serving locally sourced ingredients, believing that "there is a direct connection between how freshly prepared your food is and how it tastes."
I wholeheartedly agree!
The chili for your hot dogs is made fresh and the potatoes are cut in-house the same morning you eat them. And the bun? Well, that was baked the night before, fresh and ready to showcase your choice of simple meat and toppings.
In addition to some pretty incredible full-meal deals, this small-town hot dog shop has offerings with the whole family in mind. On Mondays, kids eat free - with some limitations, of course. And every single other day, Jib Jab Hot Dog Shoppe offers some fantastic family meal deals - including an 8-pack of Wagyu beef hog dogs and a family-sized french fry for under $40. That's impressive!
The inexpensive meal options are just one of the things we love about the great state of Ohio. In fact, we love it so much we think it oughta be celebrated as often as possible. Why not in the Wear your Roots?
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With so many wineries in Ohio, it's hard to choose which ones to visit! While you can never go wrong with a trip to Ohio's wine country, I want to take you on a virtual visit to a hidden gem that's off the beaten path. It's one of my favorite wineries in Ohio, and it has it all — gorgeous views, affordable bottles, and goats. Yes, you read that right... this winery has goats, and they're a highlight of each and every visit. You're going to love The Winery at Wolf Creek. If you're not local to the Barberton area, you might consider booking a stay in the area, because visits to this quaint winery are well worth the road trip.
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Located off the beaten path in a rural stretch of Barberton, Ohio, The Winery at Wolf Creek is a true treat to visit.
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While the Tasting Room is open daily, I prefer to grab a flight or a bottle and head outside. The views are absolutely spectacular! The dining area is located at the top of a hill that stretches down to the Barberton Reservoir, and it's dotted with trees and grape vines. See that little playground off to the righthand side of the picture above? It's not for kids, believe it or not. Well, I suppose it is for kids, but not the kind you're thinking of. That's where the goats live. You can buy snacks inside at the counter to feed them, and I highly recommend doing so. They don't particularly want to interact with you unless you have food to share, which is totally understandable and relatable.
This charming winery got its start in 1980, and the very first grapes planted here were Cayuga White, Seyval, Vignoles, Dechaunac, Chancellor, Leon Millot, and Vidal varietals. The winery has since expanded, and it's built a brand based on fun names and big flavors. Enjoy a glass of Blind Faith, Sweet Revenge, or Original Sin... Whatever you choose, it's bound to be delicious.
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Like many local wineries, The Winery at Wolf Creek uses estate-grown grapes, local fruits, and imported grapes to make their wines. Ohio's climate and soil type produces excellent and flavorful wines, and our latitude is similar to that of Europe's famous wine regions. As such a promising agricultural region, you can expect locally-produced wine to be delicious.
Unlike many Ohio wineries, however, visits to The Winery at Wolf Creek won't break the bank. Most of their bottles are offered for under $20, and I highly recommend getting a few bottles for your group to share. It's a great way to sample local wine and bond with friends. While the winery does offer a few small snacks, it's a bring-your-own-food destination. Bring a picnic with your favorite snacks, order a pizza, or opt for the on-site refreshments... whatever you do, just make sure it pairs well with wine!
The setup of this winery makes it a family-friendly outing. Kids can easily set up a blanket and play while their parents socialize, and Yappy Hour Tuesdays are the perfect time to bring your pup for a picnic. If you do decide to bring your pup, just make sure they don't get too close or bother the goats. This is their home, and while they're used to guests, they're not used to being bullied.
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If you want to keep The Winery at Wolf Creek on your radar, be sure to connect with them on Facebook. It's a great way to keep a pulse on special events like concerts, food trucks, and the annual Goat Derby. (If you haven't noticed, the goats are kind of the stars of the whole experience. You're going to love them!)
While you're in the area, don't forget to stop by Barberton's bottomless lake. While it isn't actually bottomless, there's some fascinating lore surrounding this beautiful glacial kettle lake.
