Southern Indiana: 15 Restaurants You Have to Try

1. Dine Amongst Our Nation’s Finest Heroes

Log Inn
R Rt 2
Haubstadt, IN 47639
(812) 867-3216
Yelp: 4.5 Stars; 13 Reviews.
The Log Inn Family Restaurant is a place for history buffs and foodies alike. With most meals served up family style, each member of the party gets to pick a meat and then gets unlimited delicious home-style sides.
Perhaps one thing that makes this restaurant truly unique, is that Abe Lincoln actually dined there many years ago. If a place can stick around that long (and survive the reviews of Honest Abe), you know it must be good.

2. Come For The Pizza, Stay For The Beer

Turoni’s Pizzery & Brewery
408 N Main St
Evansville, IN 47711
(812) 424-9871
Yelp : 4 Stars; 44 Reviews.
A staple of the Evansville area, Turoni’s serves up some of the tastiest pies around. Smothered with plenty of cheese and toppings, it’s hard to stop at just a few of their square slices.
This place also brews up some of the tastiest beers in town, with rotating varieties sure to satisfy any lover of craft brews. Pizza and beer? Always the perfect combo.

3. Need A Little Meat In Your Life?

Feast BBQ
116 W Main St
New Albany, IN 47150
(81) 920-0454
Yelp : 4 Stars; 61 Reviews.
If you’ve got a craving for some barbecue and happen to find yourself in the New Albany area, head straight for Feast BBQ.
The local favorite seems to be the brisket, but you can’t go wrong with any option on the menu. Whatever you end up ordering, don’t leave without trying the fried pickles and loaded tots.

4. Feed Your German Side

Gerst Haus
2100 W Franklin St.
Evansville, IN 47712
(812) 424-1420
Yelp : 4 Stars; 62 Reviews.
Serving up German classics, Gerst Haus will give you a one-of-a-kind experience. With options like the “pig knuckle” and “kraut balls,” it’s hard to find most of the dishes here anywhere else.

5. You’ll Think This Place Is Darn Good

Darn Good Soup
107 N College Ave
Bloomington, IN 47404
(812) 335-3533
Yelp : 4.5 Stars; 73 Reviews.
Nestled in Bloomington, you’ll always be asking for more at this soup joint. With a menu featuring both seasonal and classic options, it’s easy to tell that Darn Good Soup takes pride in their craft at first bite.
Made with only the freshest of ingredients, a few of the most popular items include the chicken tortilla soup and the chili.

6. Square Slices Are A Thing Around Southern Indiana

Bill Bobe’s Pizzeria
1651 N 6th St
Vincennes, IN 47591
(812) 882-2992
Yelp : 4 Stars; 16 Reviews.
A long-time favorite around the Vincennes area, people have been known to drive for miles to get their hand on a Bobe’s pizza.
With a very unique sauce and perfectly gooey cheese, the pizza here can stand up to the best of them. Their most popular pie is the “Farouk,” topped with all of the tastiest ingredients they offer.

7. You Can’t Beat A Good Steak Dinner in Southern Indiana

Cavanaugh’s
421 NW Riverside Dr
Evansville, IN 47708
(812) 433-4333
Yelp : 4.5 Stars; 10 Reviews.
Part of Evansville’s Tropicana riverboat complex, Cavanaugh’s is a great place to commemorate a special occasion or impress a hot date. With plenty of great meat cuts and a long list of signature cocktails, this steak place always delivers the perfect experience.

8. Cuba Never Felt So Close

Habana Blues
148 E Market St
New Albany, IN 47150
(812) 944-9760
Yelp : 4.5 Stars; 64 Reviews.
At the forefront of a new trend in dining, Habana Blues tapas bar has perfected the art of serving up small dishes with big flavors.
With a menu built around Cuban cuisine, they’ve got a ton of bite sized appetizers priced so that patrons are able to order several completely different dishes to share. A few of the favorites include the sweet potato fries, the scallop sofrito, and the coconut flan.

9. This Bloomington Brewery Will Never Let You Down

Upland Brewing Co.
350 W 11th St
Bloomington, IN 47404
(812) 336-2337
Yelp : 4 Stars; 187 Reviews.
Not only does Upland Brewing Co. have awesome beers like the Dragonfly IPA and the Helios Pale ale, they’ve also go great meals to complement their craft brews. Featuring a menu that truly has something for everyone, it’s hard to beat options like the pulled pork sandwich or their perfectly grilled burgers. It’s a sure bet that one stop here will have you recommending this place to all of your friends.

10. Sometimes It’s Best When You Build It Yourself

Charlie’s Mongolian Barbecue – Closed
315 E Diamond Ave
Evansville, IN 47711
(812) 423-9897
Yelp : 4 Stars; 22 Reviews.
At Charlie’s, patrons are put in the driver’s seat with full control over what gets put in their stir-fry.
With a counter full of meats, vegetables, and noodles, visitors stack a bowl high with ingredients before giving it to the chef to prepare. If you’re really hungry and you know what you like, this is the ultimate place for you.

11. A Taste From The Mediterranean Minus The Airfare in Indiana

Café Arazu
17 W Jennings Pl
Newburgh, IN 47630
(812) 842-2200
Yelp : 4.5 Stars; 36 Reviews.
This quaint establishment has quickly become a go-to restaurant in the historic downtown Newburgh scene. Still relatively new, Café Arazu serves up some of the most authentic Mediterranean dishes in the state. With staples like lamb chops, kabobs, and gyros, as well as daily specials, this gem will leave your stomach smiling. Just make sure you save room for one of their delicious homemade desserts.

12. This Gastropub in Indiana Will Keep You Coming Back

The Exchange Pub + Kitchen
118 W Main St
New Albany, IN 47150
(812) 948-6501
Yelp : 4.5 Stars; 51 Reviews.
At home in New Albany, The Exchange serves up a long list of pub classics. From dishes like the fish and chips to the Rueben, there’s no weak spot on this menu.
Even if you’re not in the mood for a full meal, appetizers like the pretzel bread and beer cheese are a great compliment to one of their many unique beers.

13. Mama Knows Best

Mother Bear’s Pizza
1428 E 3rd St
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 332-4495
Yelp : 4.5 Stars; 240 Reviews.
When it comes to getting pizza in this college town, everyone in Bloomington knows Mother Bear’s is the top dog on campus. Pizzas here are topped with some of the most creative combination of ingredients around.
There’s “the Cosmo,” made with a vodka sauce, sausage bacon, and portabellas. Or how about the “Tuscaloosa Touchdown,” with smoked pork loin, barbecue sauce, red onions, banana peppers, and fontina cheese? Delicious.

14. This Café Is The Definition Of Cozy

Sogno Della Terra
901 Washington St
Columbus, In 47201
(812) 447-8522
Yelp : 5 Stars; 19 Reviews.
A restaurant built around serving the most delicious drinks and desserts possible, Sogno della Terra is the perfect place to satisfy your craving for caffeine and something sweet.
While this hidden gem might be tiny, the flavors here aren’t, with dishes like German chocolate cake and carrot cake muffins leading the charge. One bite and you’ll have no doubt that this place is one of the best bakeries in the state.

15. It Doesn’t Get More Indiana Than This

Nick’s English Hut
423 E Kirkwood Ave
Bloomington, IN 47408
(812) 332-4040
Yelp : 4 Stars; 147 Reviews.
A long-time favorite amongst Hoosiers, Nick’s English Hut is one of the best places to spend a weekend night in Bloomington, home to Indiana University.
Not only does this sports bar have awesome food like Stromboli’s and pizza, they’re also famous for a drinking game called “Sink the Biz” in which players attempt to fill a floating cup with beer without making it sink. There’s no better place in town to watch the next big game.
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