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Mrs. Yoder’s Kitchen, Ohio Amish Country

There is no arguing the fact that home-cooked meals in Amish Country will have you gaining a few pounds over your weekend visit.   From hearty helpings of chicken ‘n dumplings to decadent desserts, I was in search of the best fried chicken in town.  Driving through Millersburg, I happened to notice a long line coming from Mrs. Yoder’s Kitchen and knew it was a sign to stop for lunch.

The wait was about fifteen minutes and I spent the last five of them watching servers carry plates of food.  Sitting down at the table, I looked over the menu and was tempted by the pot roast or the salmon, but Mrs. Yoder is known for her “special recipe” fried chicken.  While I waited for my meal, my server brought some bread with peanut butter spread, which was absolutely amazing.

My meal arrived, steaming hot with sides of mashed potatoes and gravy, noodles and whole kernel corn.  The chicken was juicy with a light, perfectly seasoned crispy outside.  The noodles and mashed potatoes reminded me of holiday dinners and the corn was plump at a perfect temperature.  The serving size was filling, so I opted to order a piece of strawberry pie for later.

With a couple of hours to spare before my horse and buggy excursion, I had some time to shop at Keim’s and enjoy a peach-flavored Nehi.

Have you visited Mrs. Yoder’s Kitchen in Ohio’s Amish Country?  I would love to hear what you ordered if you would kindly leave a message in the comments section below.  Many thanks for reading about my quick visit to Mrs. Yoder’s and wishing you many Happy Travels!

Where to Eat:

Mrs. Yoder’s Kitchen
8101 State Route 241
Millersburg, OH  44654
Telephone:  330 674 0922

Ohio’s Amish Community: Boyd and Wurthmann Restaurant

Settling into a cozy booth at Boyd and Wurthmann Restaurant, I had worked up an appetite while shopping the local boutiques and waiting in line for twenty minutes for breakfast, but I knew it would be worth the wait since this is “where the locals eat”.

Before there was Boyd and Wurthmann, there was Hummel’s Market which operated from 1938 to 1945.  The market was purchased by Herman Wurthmann and Dayle Boyd and the converted the market into a restaurant in the 1950s specializing in Amish-style home cooking.

Browsing the menu, there was an endless selection of home cooked meals. From traditional breakfasts to meatloaf and mashed potatoes, it was possible I could spend another twenty minutes making my decision.

While I should have ordered a saIad, I finally selected the bacon, lettuce and tomato sandwich on homemade bread and a side of thick cut, deep-fried onion rings.  Within minutes, my meal appeared and I couldn’t wait to bite into my perfectly prepared sandwich.

Boyd and Wurthmann lives up to its reputation of serving delicious, traditional meals for over 75 years, and you will want to save room for one of their 15 to 20  homemade, freshly-baked pies.   But don’t take my word for it.  You should visit this amazing Amish restaurant in the heart of Berlin, Ohio and bring cash because they don’t accept credit or debit cards.

Thank you for reading about my visit to Boyd and Wurthmann’s in Ohio’s Amish community and wishing you many Happy Travels!

Restaurant Information:

Boyd and Wurthmann
4819 East Main Street
Berlin, OH  44610
Telephone:  330 893 4000

The restaurant is open Monday – Thursday from 5:30AM to 3:30PM; Friday and Saturday from 5:30AM to 7:30PM and closed on Sunday.

Road Trip to Marietta, Ohio

Nearing Marietta, Ohio, signs are posted to remind travelers to drive with caution as the local Amish travel in horse and buggy.

I made several stops to photograph beautiful old barns.

It was a beautiful February day to drive from Columbus, Ohio to Marietta.  Beautiful white trees against a blue winter sky.

Hereford ccws just a little curious as I drive the rural route.

The beautiful architecture of the Basilica of Saint Mary of the Assumption, an amazing example of Spanish Colonial Revival architecture

Magnificent sculptures on the churches in Marietta, Ohio

A small cemetery on the side of the road.

Church Rotunda, downtown Marietta

Downtown Marietta

The Ohio River along Marietta

The historic Lafayette Hotel

Unicorn Winery and Tea Room

The Castle

Views of the Ohio River

Adena Mound

It was an amazing fall day to explore Ohio’s southeastern town of Marietta.

What to Do:

Campus Martius Museum
601 Second Street
Marietta, OH  45750
Telephone: 740 373 3750

  • Admission Fee:  Adults – $10; Students K to College (with ID) and Active Duty Military & Veterans (with ID) – $5; Free admission to children 5 and under (excludes groups) and Friends of the Museums or Ohio History Connection Members.
  • Hours:  Monday – Saturday from 9:30AM to 5:00PM; Sunday from Noon to 5.  Closed New Year’s Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
  • Amenities:  Free parking available at the rear of the museum and on street.  Campus Martius Museum’s three floors of exhibits are wheelchair accessible, excluding the second floor of the Rufus Putnum House.
  • Guided Tours:  Rufus Putnam House Tour Times: 10AM, 11AM, Noon, 1PM, 2PM, 3PM, 4PM
  • Length of the Tour:  1.5 – 2 hours
  • Tips for Your Visit:   Wear comfortable shoes and take the tours because they are super informative.  Don’t miss the Rufus Putnam House and visit the nearby Ohio River Museum as well for more Ohio History!

Mound Cemetery
514 Cutler Street
Marietta, OH  45750
Telephone:  740 373 4180

  • Admission Fee:  Free admission
  • Hours:  Dusk to Dawn
  • Length of the Tour:  1.5 to 2 hours
  • Tips for Your Visit:  Wear tennis shoes for strolling around the cemetery where headstones date back to the Revolutionary War.  Comfortable shoes will also be needed to take the stairs to the top of the Mound where benches await for a moment of contemplation and rest.  Visit here after the Campus Martius Museum as many of the founders of Marietta are buried here.

The Castle Historic House Museum
418 4th Street
Marietta, OH  45750
Telephone:  740 373 4180

  • Admission Fee:  Adults:  $10; Seniors (Age 60+): $9.50; Students (Age 5 to 18 College ID): $7; Children under the age of 5: Free and Group Rate (10 or more visitors): $9; Active Duty Military (with ID): Free; Family of Active Duty Military (with ID);  Half price; AAA, AARP and AMAC Members:  10% off;  Call in advance for group tours
  • Hours:  Spring and Fall hours are Monday, Thursday, Friday from 10AM to 4PM; Saturday & Sunday from 1 – 4PM.  Summer Hours (June – August) are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 10 – 4PM, Sunday 1 – 4PM. Closed Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Eve.
  • Amenities:  Gift shop, Gift Certificates, Facility Rental and Virtual tours
  • Length of the Tour:  1 – 2 hours
  • Tips for Your Visit:  Dress comfortably and photos are not permitted in specified areas of the house.

The Basilica of Saint Mary of the Assumption
506 4th Street
Marietta, OH  45750
Telephone:  740 373 3643

  • Admission Fee:  There are no admission fees but a donation is welcome.
  • Hours:   Sunday Mass at 8AM and 10AM; Tours: 10AM to 6PM daily with no conflict with Masses, weddings or funerals.
  • Amenities:  Gift shop, tours, pre-arranged lunches, free parking available behind the Basilica and is accessible off of Fifth Street, bus tour parking, wheelchair accessible.
  • Guided and Self-GuidedTours:  Tours can be scheduled any time between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM as long as they do not conflict with Masses, weddings, or funerals. Self-guided tours take approximately 45 minutes, but you are welcome to visit as long as you wish.  Copies of the tour brochure are available at the entrances of the Basilica.  Group tours are also available.
  • Length of the Tour:  1 hour
  • Tips for Your Visit:   Call in advance for group tours and self-guided tours  to ensure there are no conflicts.  Bring a donation to off-set the cost for tours.

Ohio River Museum
601 Second Street
Marietta, OH  45750
Telephone: 740 373 3750

  • Admission Fee:  Adults – $10; Students K to College (with ID) and Active Duty Military & Veterans (with ID) – $5; Free admission to children 5 and under (excludes groups) and Friends of the Museums or Ohio History Connection Members.
  • Hours:  Monday – Saturday from 9:30AM to 5:00PM; Sunday from Noon to 5.  Closed New Year’s Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.  WP Snyder Jr., the steam-powered, stern wheeled towboat is open for tours daily at 10:30AM, 11:30AM, 12:30PM, 1:30PM, 2:30PM, 3:30PM
  • Amenities:  Free parking available in the museum lot, outdoor exhibits, and facility rental.  Exhibits are wheelchair accessible.
  • Guided Tours:   Group tours can be scheduled in advance. Tours of WP Snyder Jr. are provided by The Sons and Daughters of Pioneer Rivermen.
  • Length of the Tour:  2 – 3 hours
  • Tips for Your Visit:   Wear comfortable shoes and take the tours because they are super informative, especially aboard the WP Snyder Jr.

Where to Stay:

Layfayette Hotel
101 Front Street
Marietta, OH  45750
Telephone:  800 331 9336

Where to Eat:

Harmar Tavern
205 Maple Street
Marietta, OH  45750
Telephone: 740 373 8727

Known for its famous fried bologna sandwich!

The Buckley House Restaurant – PERMANENTLY CLOSED
332 Front Street
Marietta, OH 45750
Telephone: 740 374 4400

The Red Snapper was absolutely amazing!

Where to Drink:

Marietta Wine Cellars
211 Second Street
Marietta, OH  45750
Telephone:  740 373 WINE

Unicorn Wine Guild
1816 Washington Blvd.
Belpre, OH  45714
Telephone:  740 423 1300

What to Read:

  • The Pioneers, by David McCullough