The Bluegrass, Blues & Barbecue Region is blessed with an abundance of locally owned and operated restaurants, cafes, delicatessens, sports bars and more to accommodate all tastes and budgets. From home cooking to award-winning steakhouses, the choices are nearly endless. Whether your favorite style is Italian, Mexican, or simply down-home cooking, you are sure to enjoy delicious meals during your visit. Please visit these fine eating establishments and let them know the Bluegrass Blues and Barbecue Region recommended them!
BEAVER DAM
Beaver Dam Cafe
107 North Main Street,
270-274-9435
Plate lunches and homemade pies in this traditional café established in 1924.
CALHOUN
Jay’s Drive Inn
270-273-5297
Experience the famous “Jay Burger.”
Lighthouse on the Green River
270-273-9181
Buffet overlooking the Green River.
CENTRAL CITY
The Purple Onion
113 North First Street, 270-757-1193
Great food combined with a relaxed atmosphere that features a two level dining experience with a sports bar and private lounge area.
CLAY
Jeri’s Cafe
270-664-2528
GREENVILLE
Philly’s
621 Greene Drive, 270-338-7622
Variety of food items from sandwiches and pizza to steak dinners. Served in a pleasant family atmosphere.
HANSON
The Campus Grill
9 Sunset Road, 270-322-9119
Located in the heart of Kentucky’s smallest historic district, The Campus Grill offers steaks, catfish, homemade desserts, and the world’s best mouthwatering hushpuppies and pickled green tomatoes.
HARTFORD
French Quarter Steak House
201 S. Main St., 270-298-3999
American fare served in cozy surroundings with live music on the weekend nights.
HAWESVILLE
Galaxy Pizza
270-927-8075
Located beside Vastwood Lake.
RiverView Restaurant
2220 Indiana Lake Drive, 270-927-8417
Great seafood night.
HENDERSON
Los Toribio - Mexican Restaurant Grill & Cantina
1647 S. Green Street & 2810 US Hwy 41 N
270-831-2367 or 270-830-6610
Enjoy the festive surroundings of Los Toribio including their 2 summer patios.
Rookie’s Sports Bar Restaurant & Lounge
117 Second Street, 270-826-1106
www.rookiesrestaurant.com
Rookie’s specializes in certified Black Angus steaks and fresh seafood.
Wolf’s Tavern and Restaurant
31 N. Green, 270-826-5221
In historic downtown Henderson, where friends have met since 1878.
ISLAND
Dairy Freeze
270-486-3213
Hamburgers and ice cream. Outdoor seating.
MADISONVILLE
Bartholomew’s
51 South Main Street, 270-821-1061
www.madisonvillebedandbreakfast.com
Bartholomew’s presents an uncommonly fine meal prepared and presented by a skilled staff in an unusually delightful setting including mounted buffalo heads and several mounted African heads including an 11 foot giraffe.
DiFabio’s Casapela
17 West Center Street, 270-825-1900
www.difabioscasapela.com
DiFabio’s is more than just an Italian restaurant with great Italian food It is a family owned Italian restaurant where friends meet friends and have a great time.
El Bracero
50 Chelsa Drive, 270-821-5221
1101 South Main Street, 270-825-3313
El Bracero has two locations offering authentic Mexican dinners, appetizers, salads, burritos and enchiladas.
MORGANFIELD
HarvE’s
Downtown, Ky. 56 at US 60, 389-9335
Fine dining, historic setting. Open Tues.-Sun.
OWENSBORO
Briarpatch Restaurant
2760 Veach Road, (270) 685-3329
One of Owensboro’s finest steakhouses since 1971, Briarpatch is open for lunch and dinner.
Colby’s Fine Food & Spirits
202 W. 3rdStreet, (270) 685-4239
Full-service, relaxed dining and bar, locally-owned and operated, Colby’s specializes in original recipes.
Famous Bistro
102 W. 2nd Street, (270) 686-8202
Enjoy a slice of the Mediterranean with their primary focus on Greek cuisine.
Niko’s Italian Cuisine
2200 E. Parrish Avenue, (270) 852-1618
Genuine Italian cuisine with dishes from all regions in Italy are offered.
Z’s
1100 Walnut Street, (270) 852-2322
Located in the historic Cigar Factory Mall, Z’s offers a great atmosphere with private rooms and types.
SACRAMENTO
Blue Jays Cafe
270-736-2288
