Eat & Drink

a little slice of heaven
518 Clinton Street, Defiance 43512
419.980.5250
“Best Cheesecake on Planet Earth,” stop down and check out the variety of flavors for every palate. 
Bud’s Restaurant
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505 W. Second Street, Defiance 43512
419.782.9101
Bud’s Restaurant has been a staple in Downtown Defiance since 1939. The family dining atmosphere makes you feel like you are eating right out of your mom’s kitchen. Stop in for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Each day bringing a special that you come to know very well. You can’t go wrong with what you choose. The “Big Bud” and the […]
Cabin Fever Coffee Shop
312 Clinton Street, Defiance 43512
419.782.5400
Life’s better at the Cabin! People come to Cabin Fever for a warmly lit, lodge-styled coffee shop that offers coffee drinks, food, candy, and smiling faces!
Dos Eppi’s
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200 Clinton Street, Defiance 43512
419.782.1070
At the corner of Clinton and First Streets, Dos Eppi’s offers a complete menu of authentic South Texas and Puerto Rican family recipe dishes. “The Puerto Rican plato (plate) is not real spicy,” owner Ricardo Leal says, “It is flavorful, though.” Leal has an extensive background in the food business, having gone to culinary school in New York City. “Defiance […]
Healthy U Defiance
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519 Clinton Street, Defiance 43512
419.796.2675
Stop in and check out our protein shakes and energizing teas! We have many choices for quick & delicious while still being very healthy, and each of them tastes amazing! Healthy U offers a supportive community & nutrition for all!
Kissner’s Restaurant
524 Clinton Street, Defiance 43512
419.782.1116
Founded in 1928, Kissner’s is the oldest Tavern in Ohio still owned by one family. For 95 years, Kissner’s has served Defiance breakfast, lunch, dinner, and late-night munchies and beverages. From omelets to pork brain, they have a full-service menu for everyone with a great kid’s menu too!
Meek’s Pastry Shop
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315 Clinton Street, Defiance 43512
419.782.4871
Meek’s has been a staple in Downtown Defiance since 1925. This local bakery has it all — donuts that melt in your mouth, a large variety of cookies, and cakes for any occasion!
Miami & Erie Restaurant and Lounge
406 Clinton Street, Defiance 43512
419.782.0360
Serving craft & domestic beers, spirits, and pizza for over a decade in Downtown Defiance.
River’s Edge Bar & Grille
120 Clinton Street, Defiance 43512
419.782.5121
Friendly local bar with great bar bites! Pool tables, interactive dart board, music, cold beer, and cocktails.
Sam’s Ristorante
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501 W. Second Street, Defiance 43512
419.784.0789
A little piece of Italy in the heart of Downtown Defiance.
The Dark Horse Restaurant & Social Club
651 Clinton Street, Defiance 43512
419.782.9307
A restaurant offering “out of town flavors” with a vacation vibe in historic Downtown Defiance.