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Must-Try Food near Lancaster, Ohio

Writer: Picture Perfect RanchPicture Perfect Ranch

Updated: Feb 20

Chances are, while you visit the area, you will be in the MOOd for food!


(See what we did there?)


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We are fortunate to have so many delicious options nearby. We always try to support local spots when we eat out, and we wanted to share some of our favorites!


 

Italian Food


Local Choices

- 11 miles from Picture Perfect Ranch

- Dine in or take out

- Winner of the best restaurant in Central Ohio


- 7.4 miles from Picture Perfect Ranch

- Dine in or take out

- Uses ingredients from their own farm and bakery


 

Steak Houses


Recommended Spots

- 7.5 miles from Picture Perfect Ranch

- Pasture to plate experience - support local farms

- Dine in or take out

- Market and butcher shop with wood-fired pizza


- 6.8 miles from Picture Perfect Ranch

- Dine in or take out

- Steak, seafood, and wood-fired pizza options


 

Pizza


Top Picks

- 3.8 miles from Picture Perfect Ranch

- Dine in or take out

- Open for dinner during the weekdays and lunch and dinner on weekends


- 6.7 miles from Picture Perfect Ranch

- Dine in or take out available


 

Pub Food


Fantastic Options

  • Tavern 22

  - 7.3 miles from Picture Perfect Ranch

  - Huge variety of options so even the pickiest eaters can find something here

  - Family and kid-friendly

-Outdoor patio seating


- 7.8 miles from Picture Perfect Ranch

- Huge variety of options so even the pickiest eaters can find something here!

- Family and kid-friendly

- Located in Downtown Canal Winchester, explore other shops and small businesses after you eat


- 7.9 miles from Picture Perfect Ranch

- The best drinks, burgers, and mac-n-cheese around

- Family and kid-friendly


 

BBQ


Local Barbecue

- 7.3 miles from Picture Perfect Ranch

- Dine in, take out, or enjoy patio seating


- 6.8 miles from Picture Perfect Ranch

- Dine in or take out

- Located in Downtown Lancaster, so you can explore other shops and small businesses after you eat


- 20 miles from Picture Perfect Ranch

- Close to Hocking Hills State Park


 

Diners


Breakfast Favorites

- 7.9 miles from Picture Perfect Ranch

- Breakfast and lunch available

- Located in Downtown Canal Winchester, explore other shops after your meal


- 6.2 miles from Picture Perfect Ranch

- Breakfast and lunch served here


 

Breweries & Wineries


Craft Brews and Wines

- 0.8 miles from Picture Perfect Ranch

- Next to Rockmill Park

- Offers weekly live music and food trucks


- 3.2 miles from Picture Perfect Ranch


- 7.7 miles from Picture Perfect Ranch


- 20 miles from Picture Perfect Ranch

- Close to Hocking Hills State Park


 

Delis


Tasty Delicatessens

- 6.9 miles from Picture Perfect Ranch

- Located in Downtown Lancaster, perfect for exploring after your meal


- 6.9 miles from Picture Perfect Ranch

- Located in Downtown Lancaster, enjoy your meal followed by a stroll


 

Coffee Shops


For Coffee Lovers

- 3.8 miles from Picture Perfect Ranch


- 6.8 miles from Picture Perfect Ranch

- Located in Downtown Lancaster, enjoy coffee while you paint!


 

Desserts


Sweet Tooth

- 6.8 miles from Picture Perfect Ranch

- Drive-through open 24/7

- Try their maple cinnamon roll and thank us later!


- 6.6 miles from Picture Perfect Ranch

- Drive through or take out

- The best iced sugar cookies around!


- 5.4 miles from Picture Perfect Ranch

- Drive through, dine in or take out


- 4.6 miles from Picture Perfect Ranch

- Handmade candies, chocolates, and coffee


- 6.9 miles from Picture Perfect Ranch

- Crepes, smoothies, and acai bowls

- Located in Downtown Lancaster, perfect for more exploration after your meal.


- 7 miles from Picture Perfect Ranch

- Open seasonally


 

Is there a local favorite we missed? Let us know in the comments! Did you try a suggestion from the blog? Share your thoughts with us! Stay tuned for more blogs about things to do and places to stay in the area!


Don't forget to come feed US treats before or after you eat!


Love,

The Moo Crew


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1214 Rockmill Road NW

Lancaster, Ohio 43130

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(614) 943-COWS

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