There Are 3 World-Famous Burger Joints In The Small Town Of Lima, Ohio

Here in Ohio, we take burgers very seriously. This American icon can be found all across the Buckeye State, but nowhere is the hamburger more celebrated than Lima, Ohio. This locale nestled halfway between Dayton and Toledo is the epitome of Small Town USA, but make no mistake about it: burgers are BIG here. In fact, there are several world-famous burger joints in this small town, and today we’re highlighting a few of our favorites. Lima, Ohio restaurants are bound to become one of your favorites in the state! If you have been wondering, “What is Lima, Ohio known for?” now is your chance to read on and get a great answer!

Happy Daz, 802 S Cable Rd, Lima, OH 45805, USA

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First up: Happy Daz, an unapologetically nostalgic, old-school burger joint with a few locations in and around Lima, Ohio.

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To say that Happy Daz is a vibe is a massive understatement - almost as massive as this restaurant's burgers!

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It's absolute burger perfection. Pure and simple, with just enough accouterments (but not so many that a bite is impossible), the Happy Daz Quarter Pounder is a beauty. On the list of Lima, Ohio things to do, this great spot ranks highly in our books! It has some of the best burgers in Ohio.

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Of course, we'd be remiss not to mention the Happy Daz Tenderloin, a sandwich that's made this burger joint world famous! Learn more about this Ohio institution at the Happy Daz website.

318 Restaurant & Bar, 318 N Main St, Lima, OH 45805, USA

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Next up: 318 Restaurant & Bar, a classic, all-American pub located in the heart of downtown Lima, Ohio.

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You know you've arrived in the Buckeye State Burger Hall of Fame when your restaurant's name is literally branded on each bun -- and indeed, these burgers are truly iconic. Many people consider this place one of the best restaurants in Ohio when they're looking for a nice, casual place to enjoy a great meal.

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The Classic Burger is, well, a classic. Featuring a branded brioche bun topped with lettuce, tomato, red onion, dill pickles, our custom grind burger, and your choice of cheese (American, Swiss, provolone, or pepper jack), this truly is the Platonic Ideal of an All-American hamburger!

Kewpee Hamburgers, 111 N Elizabeth St, Lima, OH 45801, USA

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Last, but certainly -- certainly -- not least, is Kewpee Hamburgers, the most famous burger joint in Lima, and quite possibly Ohio!

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While the first Kewpee opened in Flint, Michigan, near the end of WWII, a decade later, Hoyt F. "Stub" Wilson and his wife Julia built the flagship Kewpee in downtown Lima, Ohio. Today, there are three locations in Lima, and dining at the original location truly is a rite of passage.

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The diner's motto is "Hamburg, pickle on top, makes your heart go flippity-flop" -- and indeed, when you take a bite of these burgers, you might do a little dance, which we highly encourage. When it comes to dining in Lima, Ohio, here is one excellent choice!

Have you dined at any of these world-famous burger joints in Lima, Ohio, before? Did we miss any of your favorite spots for a burger and fries? Sound off in the comments below!

While you’re eating your way through these Lima, Ohio restaurants, plan to stop by The Children’s Garden, one of our favorite parks in Ohio! And if you are looking for a place to stay so you can extend your time here, take a look at TripAdvisor Booking.