Indiana is home to many famous eateries such as the beloved St. Elmo’s Steakhouse. Yet there are many incredible places to eat in the Hoosier state that were previously unknown until they debuted on TV. From shows like Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives to other food tasting programs, here are 9 famous Indiana restaurants you may know from TV.
- The South Side Soda Shop - Goshen
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Flashback351/TripAdvisor This historic 50’s style diner looks relatively untouched, lending to its authentic and vintage feel. Enjoy a Philly cheesesteak, bowl of chili, or old fashioned soda from their soda fountain. You’ll find them at 1122 S Main St, Goshen, IN 46526.
- Zydeco’s - Mooreseville
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Allyson D./TripAdvisor Zydeco’s in Mooresville is a hip and eccentric creole restaurant that looks like it popped straight out of New Orleans. If you like spicy dishes or simply love cajun flavoring, you’ll fall in love with this famous gem. Check it out at 11 E Main St, Mooresville, IN 46158.
- Triple XXX Family Restaurant - West Lafayette
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jim_mcdonald/TripAdvisor This legendary establishment has been serving up incredible cuisine since 1929. This family restaurant is well known for their amazing chopped steak, outstanding burgers, and delicious root beer. Take the whole family for a special treat at 2 N Salisbury Street, West Lafayette, IN 47906.
- The Tamale Place - Indianapolis
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wagsix/TripAdvisor This delightful find serves up amazing and fresh tamales that are completely authentic and delicious. Order them in all kinds of varieties and don’t pass on the chips and guac. You can find the original location at 5242 Rockville Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46224.
- Bub’s Burgers & Ice Cream - Carmel
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GETM_CE/TripAdvisor Bub’s is a famous hamburger joint that’s well known for its epic one-pound burger, appropriately titled The Big Ugly. Take the Big Ugly challenge today to see if you can eat this massive burger - and don’t forget to try some of their legendary ice cream! You’ll find them at 210 W Main St, Carmel, IN 46032.
- Kelsey’s Steak House - Valparaiso
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Mitch C./TripAdvisor If you come here, you’d better come hungry. Kelsey’s is an incredible, slightly upscale steakhouse with incredible cuts of beef and amazing side dishes which have been featured on Food Network. You’ll find this famous steakhouse at 2300 Morthland Dr, Valparaiso, IN 46383.
- Nick’s Kitchen - Huntington
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Kelly F./TripAdvisor You won’t find a place more Indiana than Nick’s. Known for its famous tenderloin sandwiches and homemade fries, Nick’s is a tiny joint that will make a huge impression on any Hoosier. Visit at 506 N Jefferson St, Huntington, IN 46750.
- Three Sisters Cafe - Indianapolis
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IllinoisKate/TripAdvisor This happening brunch spot is well known for their incredible breakfast dishes and unique lunch options. With twists on old favorites and vegetarian and vegan options to spare, everyone will get along at this famous cafe. Check it out at 6223 Guilford Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46220.
- Hilltop Inn - Evansville
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Joey Rhew/Zomato The Hilltop Inn is a quiet little family restaurant in Evansville that got its TV claim to fame for their legendary and unique sandwich: fried brains. That’s right, you can order a fried brain sandwich (if you are) at this famous restaurant. Find them at 1100 Harmony Way, Evansville, IN 47720.
How many of these famous Indiana restaurants have you been to? For another restaurant that’s been on TV that’s also one of the best in the world, read on!
Mary Z./TripAdvisor
Flashback351/TripAdvisor
This historic 50’s style diner looks relatively untouched, lending to its authentic and vintage feel. Enjoy a Philly cheesesteak, bowl of chili, or old fashioned soda from their soda fountain. You’ll find them at 1122 S Main St, Goshen, IN 46526.
Allyson D./TripAdvisor
Zydeco’s in Mooresville is a hip and eccentric creole restaurant that looks like it popped straight out of New Orleans. If you like spicy dishes or simply love cajun flavoring, you’ll fall in love with this famous gem. Check it out at 11 E Main St, Mooresville, IN 46158.
TripAdvisor
jim_mcdonald/TripAdvisor
This legendary establishment has been serving up incredible cuisine since 1929. This family restaurant is well known for their amazing chopped steak, outstanding burgers, and delicious root beer. Take the whole family for a special treat at 2 N Salisbury Street, West Lafayette, IN 47906.
Steve L/TripAdvisor
wagsix/TripAdvisor
This delightful find serves up amazing and fresh tamales that are completely authentic and delicious. Order them in all kinds of varieties and don’t pass on the chips and guac. You can find the original location at 5242 Rockville Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46224.
texas_travel_1/TripAdvidor
GETM_CE/TripAdvisor
Bub’s is a famous hamburger joint that’s well known for its epic one-pound burger, appropriately titled The Big Ugly. Take the Big Ugly challenge today to see if you can eat this massive burger - and don’t forget to try some of their legendary ice cream! You’ll find them at 210 W Main St, Carmel, IN 46032.
mspons/TripAdvisor
Mitch C./TripAdvisor
If you come here, you’d better come hungry. Kelsey’s is an incredible, slightly upscale steakhouse with incredible cuts of beef and amazing side dishes which have been featured on Food Network. You’ll find this famous steakhouse at 2300 Morthland Dr, Valparaiso, IN 46383.
Bssnss Trvlr 5/TripAdvisor
Kelly F./TripAdvisor
You won’t find a place more Indiana than Nick’s. Known for its famous tenderloin sandwiches and homemade fries, Nick’s is a tiny joint that will make a huge impression on any Hoosier. Visit at 506 N Jefferson St, Huntington, IN 46750.
Jeff B./TripAdvisor
IllinoisKate/TripAdvisor
This happening brunch spot is well known for their incredible breakfast dishes and unique lunch options. With twists on old favorites and vegetarian and vegan options to spare, everyone will get along at this famous cafe. Check it out at 6223 Guilford Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46220.
Joey Rhew/Zomato
The Hilltop Inn is a quiet little family restaurant in Evansville that got its TV claim to fame for their legendary and unique sandwich: fried brains. That’s right, you can order a fried brain sandwich (if you are) at this famous restaurant. Find them at 1100 Harmony Way, Evansville, IN 47720.
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