Local eats worth the drive (or DoorDash). From iconic spots to underrated gems — these are my go-to places to eat around the Mahoning valley aka Youngstown, OH and surrounding towns. My husband and I consider ourselves foodies & want to share and...
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BREAKFAST
LUNCH
DINNER
DESSERT
BREAKFAST
This is a top notch breakfast location. Everything is so good, especially their seasonal stuffed French toast and the eggs Benedict specials!
House of Bennys
Known for their bakery selection - HUGE cinnamon rolls and apple fritters. The best thing they serve is cronuts, that's right - a croissant mixed with a donut. They sell out fast - but you can call ahead and pre-order them!
Landmark Restaurant & Bakery
My husband says they have the BEST steak and eggs in the tri-state area (and he tries steak and eggs everywhere we go).
Valley Kitchen Boardman
LUNCH
Great lunch choice - always using fresh ingredients and has a variety of options.
Franks Cafe - Boardman
Definitely a hidden gem. Authentic Puerto Rican food. Yum.
Anna's Cookin
This is such a unique place. It's an Italian specialty store, bakery and deli. The food is amazing and the pastries are even better. I've never found anything I didn't like.
Jimmy's
Lots of fresh and tasty options for lunch.
Sweet Melissa's
Huge portion sizes, made to order, fresh and delicious! Also owned and operated by a super nice family.
Shaffer's Deli
DINNER
They always have delicious choices on their seasonal menus. And you can't pass up the bougie vibes 🥰
Aqua Pazzo
This place is fantastic. Every meal is extremely good. My only complaint is recently they stopped doing weekly specials - they were always the BEST.
Chophouse Warren
This restaurant continues to impress me with every single dish. Always get one of the specials - they change weekly! Especially the homemade desserts.
Sabi's
This little restaurant near downtown youngstown has some of the most unique and fresh Italian dishes.
YOSTERIA
You have to try their chocolate cake for dessert. Yummy
Nicolinnis Chophouse
You've gotta try the balsamic chicken 🐔
Springfield Grille
This restaurant has two locations. One is in Canfield, OH and the other is in Columbiana, OH. You HAVE to try their confit wings. Delicious 😋
Riser Tavern Grill: Home
This hidden gem has the best steak specials!
AngeNettas Cafe Restaurant
My go-to for a good old plate of pasta!
Giangelo's Pizzeria Italian Restaurant & Bar - Boardman
Their brick oven pizza is yummy. However, their garlic ranch is OUT OF THIS WORLD.
Red Plum Pizza & Pasta
My favorite Mexican restaurant in the region 😋
La Casa Mexicana
Food for your soul is the BEST description. You can't get anything here that isn't mouthwatering good. I especially advise trying the candies yams and banana pudding. Good Ole southern comfort food.
Savannah Joes – Food for Your Soul
I'd go back for the baseball sirloin and the almond cream cake anyday.
Michael Alberini's
You can't go wrong other than not making a reservation and having to wait forever since it's always super packed, which means they have good food. Lol
Donavito's Restaurant & Catering Co.
The Saturday afternoon/evening buffet is the best. Lots of italian choices - always delicious.
Marino's Italian Cafe - italian food
Beautiful restaurant, great for a date night. Famous for their meatballs and youngstown's speciality - hot peppers and oil.
Vernon's Cafe
Very underrated restaurant. They have really good rolls, wedding soup, and you have to try their spinach cream sauce. Yum.
Giorgio's Ristorante
Try their roman hot honey pepperoni 🍕
Risi Pizzeria & Italian Cuisine
DESSERT
California cheesecake - that's all you need to know!
The Mocha House
The owner is the sweetest 💗. Her crepes are made with love and they taste like heaven. If you go there, get the double berry crepe (it's technically not listed on the menu, but she will make it). I promise, if you like fruit, you won't regret it.
