The Best Restaurants In Hamilton, Ohio

Open for more than 60 years, Chester’s Pizzeria is an Italian-themed pizza place run by the affable Dadabo family, who will go out of their way to make sure diners are suitably wined and dined. Homemade recipes perfected over many years are what make the menu special, and you’ll find all of your favorite Italian eats in abundance – there are pizzas, pastas, and daily lunch specials with discount offers for those in the know.

Located in the Marriott Hamilton, Plaza One Grille offers a first-class fine dining option and an elegant courtyard for summertime outings. The lunch menu is full of flavor, with soups, sandwiches, burgers, and salads, while dinner is a more formal affair, boasting such delightful signature dishes as Prosciutto-wrapped Italian chicken, shrimp and clam linguini, and New York strip steak. The informed staff and impressive wine list make dining here a pleasure.

The tantalizing taste of the southern-style ribs served at this laid-back cafe is renowned among Hamilton’s locals and a must-try for any visitor in town. Owner Mike Neal gives his name to the place, and he’s responsible for the barbecue servings inspired by his Alabama roots. Vast steaks, a signature meatloaf, and tasty ribs will satiate any meat urges, and bottles of the delicious marinating sauces can be bought on-site for you to recreate the dishes at home.

Comfort eaters should come to Hyde’s Restaurant where bargain prices and hearty meals make it a reliable option for no-fuss fodder. The pies are baked twice daily to ensure around-the-clock freshness and come in many fruity combinations, but the specialty here is the banana cream pie, loaded with creamy, gooey goodness. Those with less of a sweet tooth can go for the savory specials that may include spaghetti and meatballs, slow-roasted beef brisket, or roast pork.

It’s easy to miss this family-owned hole-in-the-wall that serves authentic fare from El Salvador and Mexico, including pupusas, horchata, arepas, empanadas, and superb guacamole. Regulars, including many from Hamilton’s Hispanic community, fill the tables; most need no menu to order the hot and spicy dishes. Patio seating and Latin-themed breakfast options add to the enjoyable experience.

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