Columbus, Ohio: Clevelanders say ‘uncle’

Ohio’s capital has become “a certified food lovers’ town,” said Jane Black in The Washington Post. When Iron Chef judge Michael Ruhlman recently toured the city, he was forced to concede that even his native Cleveland has been overtaken.

North Market This converted warehouse is the local food scene’s hub, with Lake Erie–caught walleye being sold just steps from the boldest ice cream flavors imaginable (“think peanut with toasted coconut and chile”). 59 Spruce St., (614) 463-9664

Mouton This “spare-but-elegant” café and cocktail bar draws crowds with “excellent renditions” of Prohibition-era cocktails and a “carefully curated” list of cheeses and charcuterie. 954 N. High St., mouton954.com

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Skillet This “cozy, 32-seat bistro” in historic German Village redeems brunch with an “indulgent” breakfast risotto: It’s dotted with caramelized apples and bacon “and finished with a scoop of mascarpone.” 410 E. Whittier St., (614) 443-2266