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Bridges Dining Company
Price: Expensive•Comfort Food•4.9(382)Bridges Dining Company is located at 101 Ferry Street in Metropolis, IL inside Harrah's Metropolis Casino. Enjoy a tasty brunch with friends or make plans for a delicious dinner and drinks. Bridges Dining Company puts a spin on your classic favorites along with several options from land and sea.
Reservations are recommended on Weekends and Holidays. Due to spacing demands, we ask that you contact the restaurant directly for parties of 5 or more.Cavanaugh’s On The River
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.8(1,211)Flawless steaks. Fresh seafood. Impeccable service. Enjoy the finest cuisine paired with sweeping river views. Cavanaugh’s is the perfect place for the perfect evening.
The Wake Club
Price: Expensive•American•4.8(87)If you are looking for lunch and dinner, where Grand Rivers locals and KY Lake boaters eat - The Wake Club is it! An upscale atmosphere and a friendly staff welcomes you, as you enjoy handcrafted drinks and chef-driven recipes. Located on the property of Lighthouse Landing Resort & Marina at mile marker 24.2 on Kentucky Lake. Our patio, both covered and uncovered, offers the only sunset views of KY Lake. Stunning decor welcomes guests for public dining and availability for private, catered events.
We offer an extensive selection of fine wines, top shelf liquors, and the iPourit: a self-serve draft beer system. Pair these with delicious dishes, ranging from Colorado Steaks, 14oz Pork Chops, Airline Roasted Chicken, Margherita Pizza, and the House Chicken Sandwich to our chef choice ‘Catch of the Week’.
Live music each Saturday night, beginning at 6pm. Dinner reservations are suggested on Friday and Saturday.
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The Wake Club CrewBRU Burger Bar - Evansville
Price: Moderate•Burgers•4.8(289)The hamburger is over 100 years old. It’s a classic, purely American, and an icon. The hamburger is the people’s sandwich, everyman’s food. BRU is an ode to our love….the Burger. Paired with a beer, we can’t imagine what could be much better. Join us at BRU Burger Bar. We look forward to serving you! BRU Burger Bar is proudly operated by Cunningham Restaurant Group.
Bru Burger serves Creekstone burger products, which are Halal certified.
Patti's 1880's Settlement
Price: Expensive•American•4.8(8,024)Patti's Settlement 1880's...
where people come for a relaxing weekend, a bite to eat, a casual stroll through town, unique shopping, an afternoon of golf or sailing...and a trip back into the past.
A reminder of when things moved slower.
Visit our recreated historical log cabin village tucked into the natural beauty of Western Kentucky. Fantastic Dining, Beautiful Gardens, Unique Gift Shops, Winding Streams, a Miniature Golf Course, Garden Café, & much more.
A true family place, where young and old can enjoy it all...together.
Voted #1 by Southern Living Magazine's Reader's Choice Award for Best Small Town Restaurant in Southeast U.S.T. Lawson’s Grill
Price: Moderate•American•4.7(402)T Lawson's Bar and Grill is a popular restaurant known for its unique menu items and delicious chef creations. One of the guest favorites is the Gooey Smash Burger with a Pepper Bacon Jam, which combines juicy burgers with a savory bacon jam for a mouthwatering combinations. Another popular dish is the "low country" Shrimp and Grits, a Southern classic with a T Lawson's twist. Other options include Steak, Brisket Nachos and the "Chef Kevin's choice" Chicken Marsala, quickly gaining popularity in becoming as beloved as Patti's 1880's Settlement (our owner) famous 2" Pork Chop. With T Lawson's creative and flavorful dishes, it is a must-visit for food enthusiasts looking for a unique dining experience
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- KKylen & ErinWestern Kentucky / SW Indiana •1 review5.0Dined 1 day agoFood was outstanding, waitress was so friendly and kind!More infoPatti's 1880's SettlementPrice: Expensive• American• Grand Rivers•4.8
- JJonathanWestern Kentucky / SW Indiana •1 review5.0Dined 1 day agoVery nice restaurant, polite staff, food was very delicious, prices are high of course but everything that's good cost. Meals are feeling.More infoGarrison Oak SteakhousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Oak Grove•4.4
- EEricVIPWestern Kentucky / SW Indiana •6 reviews5.0Dined on Mar 29, 2025A hidden gem in Hopkinsville! Everyone is so friendly and personable! Food is delicious! Absolutely the best cocktails and appetizers anywhere❤️. We love The Mixer❤️More infoThe MixerPrice: Moderate• American• Hopkinsville•4.9
- OTOpenTable DinerWestern Kentucky / SW Indiana •1 review4.0Dined on Mar 16, 2025The food was average, the price was outrageous and the games were fun. We had the best server ever. She was very attentive, very pleasant to be around. She took care of us and I greatly appreciate it.More infoDave & Buster's - ClarksvillePrice: Moderate• American• Clarksville•3.8
- AAngelaAtlanta •4 reviews5.0Dined on Feb 15, 2025Mystic Picnic is absolutely one of my favorite spots in Springfield! The owners are wonderful and the ambiance is warm, friendly and unique!More infoMystic PicnicPrice: Expensive• Dining Bar• Springfield•5
Discover Western Kentucky
Kentucky, known for the bluegrass that inhabits its cow pastures and horse races, has a few dishes that may tickle your interest. Western Kentucky takes what they know best, Southern cooking, and perfects it. International foods are also available, from Italian to Chinese. Do you long for a home-cooked meal? You are in luck. If you find yourself near a Kentucky BBQ pit, you will smell the flavors as they waft through the air and may find yourself suddenly ravenous. Southern-fried chicken and collard greens will bring zest into your day. If you are in Western Kentucky, stop by for a spell.
Frequently asked questions
Healthy restaurants located in Western KY include Tony's of Bowling Green, Patti's 1880's Settlement and The Mixer
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Western KY are Patti's 1880's Settlement, Bridges Dining Company and The Mixer
Bottomless brunch in Western KY is available at White Castle - Bowling Green, Patti's 1880's Settlement and T. Lawson’s Grill
The most romantic restaurant in Western KY is Tony's of Bowling Green
Restaurants in Western KY with a great view include Patti's 1880's Settlement, The Wake Club and T. Lawson’s Grill
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