The Top 10 Restaurants In Toledo, Ohio

Nestled between the edge of Lake Erie and the banks of the Maumee River, Toledo became a fast-growing and populous Ohio city thanks to excellent industrial links and its position on the New York-Chicago railway line. Today, the city also boasts a thriving cultural scene, with emphasis on public art, theatrical events and excellent local dining options. We take a look at the best places to eat in Toledo.

One of many excellent Italian options in and around Toledo, Ciao! stands apart due to its authenticity and creativity. The restaurant offers a culinary voyage through Italy, from the fragrant grilled dishes of Tuscany, to the fresh flavours and salads of Naples and Capri. There is also a weekly changing menu which focuses on seasonal fare and creative twists on traditional Italian dishes. During the warmer months, diners can enjoy their food on the outdoor patio, overlooking a landscaped garden and a herb garden, the latter of which regularly features in the restaurant’s own dishes.

A Toledo institution since 1945, family-owned and run Cousino’s Steakhouse prides itself on maintaining the same quality of food, comfort and service since its opening. The restaurant offers a surprisingly varied menu for a steakhouse, from European -inspired appetizers such as baked brie and jalapeño poppers, to a large, fresh seafood selection. It is the steaks however, which have truly established Cousino’s as a Toledo staple, quality cuts of meat are aged and carefully prepared before being grilled over an open flame, resulting in perfect, succulent steaks. This combination of delicious fare and a cosy setting makes Cousino’s the perfect destination for a relaxing, hearty meal.

Dégagé Jazz Café

Located in the Commercial Building, the site of a traditional Toledo inn built in 1836, the Dégagé Jazz Café serves a range of delicious dishes in an atmospheric setting, thanks to the historic location and the sounds of smooth live jazz which fill the space. Chef Joseph Jacobsen is a native Toledoan and greatly values his restaurant’s local and traditional roots, reflected in the wealth of locally-sourced and produced ingredients in his dishes, his seasonally changing menu and his ‘farm-to-fork’ cooking classes based on local farmer’s market produce. This emphasis on local food pays off in the quality of his dishes, from glazed BBQ ribs with marrow mash to a range of fresh vegetarian and vegan options.