The Can’t-Miss Food In Ohio: The Daily Meal

CLEVELAND — From a coastal seafood delicacy to a hearty Midwestern sandwich, each state, including Ohio, has that one iconic food every local loves and every visitor should try.

The Daily Meal recently compiled its list of the one can’t-miss food in each state. To determine which delicacy made the cut, staff at The Daily Meal looked through local and regional publications, focusing on discussions of food and restaurant recommendations. It also combed through restaurant reviews to narrow down contenders according to deliciousness, availability outside the state and how beloved the food is by locals.

In Ohio, the buckeye is our calling card. Made by mixing peanut butter, powdered sugar and butter, and then dipping the ball in chocolate, the treat was named for its resemblance to the state tree.

Do you agree with The Daily Meal’s choice? What do you think is the most iconic food in Ohio? Sound off in the comments.

The Daily Meal also includes some suggestions on where to find this regional delicacy. The publication said the dessert can be found at nearly all bakeries and grocery stores in Ohio (which is true), but connoisseurs should seek out Dayton's Esther Price.

See the full list of top foods in each state on The Daily Meal’s website.