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Who’s Who of Tri-State Foodies

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Best Places in the Tri-State for a Meal or Celebration on a Non-Traditional Holiday

Page 10 – Southern Indiana Wine Trail Page 12 – Popular Pastries & Treats of Evansville Page 14 –

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Yebra Malfoof (Cabbage Rolls) from House of Como

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EDITORIAL Manager & Writer Nick Durcholz Staff Writer Thomas Ellis

SPECIAL CONTRIBUTORS Brooklyn Solis, Paul Bragin, Abigail Adler, Jason Watson PHOTO CREDIT - DANIEL KNIGHT

Page 17 – The Catalyst Church Food Pantry Page 18 – Dining Out Healthy with Bob’s Gym’s Amanda Smith Page 19 - Preserving the All-American Burger: An Interview with George Motz, host of Travel Channel’s Burger Land

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By Abigail Adler

Can cooking be fun? Yes. Can cooking be a hobby—even an art form? Of course! Can cooking be a daily chore to survive? You better believe it! Mastering the Dirty Dinner is your best weapon in

the daily battle to get dinner on the table. Let’s take a look at scenarios you may encounter where you can apply crowdpleasing, budget-friendly and super easy recipes.

Dirty Dinner #1: The Forgotten In-Law Dinner

Your spouse sends you a text, “Looking forward to hearing about their trip, what r u making?” Oh. My. Gosh. The inlaws, back from their vacation, want to see their grandkids and catch-up. Tonight. No one needs to know this slipped your mind (especially not your mother-in-law), it will be our dirty little secret. Chicken Monterrey it is!

Dirty Dinner #2: The New Baby is Home Early Dinner

You are the good neighbor who signed up to bring the ﬁrst hot meal…but in two weeks when she was due, not today! Chicken Monterrey--its’ go time! You will need:

1 whole Baked Chicken (Rotisserie-style that’s sold at nearly every supermarket deli.) 1 X.X oz package of shredded Colby/ Jack cheese 1 box of Chicken Flavor Stove-Top 1 can of Cream of Chicken Soup 1. 2. 3. 4.

5. 6. 7. 8.

Prepare the stuffing according to package directions, then set it aside. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Remove the skin from your already baked chicken. Tear the chicken off the bone into manageable chunks/strips and place them in a 9 X 13 glass dish. Pop open the can of cream of chicken soup and pour it in a bowl along with one full can of water. Stir it into a paste that you will then pour and spread over the chicken in the glass dish. Open up the bag of shredded cheese and place over your chicken/soup paste. Finally, cover the entire dish with the stuffing prepared in step one. Put aluminum foil over the dish and pop it in the oven at for 45 -55 minutes. This last-minute easy and classy sounding dish (“I’m preparing Chicken Monterrey,” has as certain sophistication to it…) will be our dirty little secret.

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Dirty Dinner dishes are topped oﬀ quite nicely with a peanut butter pie. The following recipe yields two pies, making you an over-achiever in the eyes of those enjoying every last bite. How easy it was to assemble (“make” is a strong word for this recipe), well that’s our dirty little secret! You will need: 2 graham cracker crust pie shells 1 1.5 oz. box of fat-free, sugar free instant Vanilla Pudding (It’s the bigger box in the in instapudding aisle.) 1 ½ cups of smooth Peanut Butter 1 cup Powdered Sugar Skim Milk (Enough to follow the package directions on the pudding.) WC

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Best Places to Eat in the Tri-State on a Non-Traditional H o l i d a y By Thomas Ellis

Whether it’s Christmas, Thanksgiving or Easter, there’s never much debate about what or where to eat.

e all have our favorite foods and family traditions that make us feel at home. But it’s considerably more challenging to ﬁnd the perfect place for a non-traditional holiday meal – or a place to simply celebrate. Let’s be honest, most people only care about the major holidays. If there’s not time oﬀ from work in the bargain, then what’s the point? Still, the law of averages dictates that one day you’ll be in need of a good restaurant or nightclub recommendation for the following non-traditional (ok, that term is applied pretty loosely here) holidays. You are in luck.

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Southern Indiana (Compiled by Thomas Ellis)

Oliver Winery

ver the course of 50 years, this Bloomington, IN operation has grown from a hobby to one of the largest wineries in the eastern United States. Oliver Winery oﬀers a stunning selection of classic dry, semi-dry, semi-sweet and dessert wines plus new releases including the Shiraz 2011, Creekbend Vidal Blanc Sparkling 2011 and Merlot 2010. 8024 N. State Rd. 37, Bloomington, IN 47404. 812-876-5800 / 800-25-TASTE

Brown County Winery

ocated in the rolling hills of Nashville, IN, this awardwinning winery has been producing high-quality local wines since 1985. Visit the two tasting rooms to sample such exquisite creations as the Chambourcin, the Vista Red Wine and the Black Raspberry Encore – all made on-site with the ﬁnest grapes and berries. 4520 State Rd. 46 E., Nashville, IN 47448. 812-988-6144 / 888-298-2984 Nashville Tasting Room: Main St. & Old School Way, Nashville, IN 47448. 812-988-8646

Carousel Winery

y industry standards, the Bedford, IN based Carousel Winery is a just a baby at eight years old. But the Wilson family has already racked up a number of Indy International Wine Competition Awards for their dedication to perfection. The list of celebrated wines includes the Cabernet Franc, Aglianico, Riesling and Red Tiger Red. 8987 State Rd. 37 S., Bedford, IN 47421. 812-277-9750 / 877-A-Wine-4-U

Winzerwald Winery

ocated on 85 acres of rolling lands in the Hoosier National Forest, Winzerwald Winery has a unique selection of Swiss and German style wines that reflect the heritage of the owners, Dan and Donna Adams. You’ll have to look far and wide to find such tasty offerings as the Blaufrankisch, Little Rhineland Blush, Gewurztraminer or Schweizer Spice. 26300 N. Indian Lake Rd., N.E. of Bristow, IN 47515. 866-694-6937 Evansville Tasting Room: 2021 W. Franklin St. Evansville, IN 47712. 812-423-2427

Huber’s Orchard, Winery & Vineyards

mazingly, the history of Huber’s Winery dates back to 1843, crossing seven generations of family. With over 900 gold, silver and bronze awards from wine competitions, it’s safe to say that any selection will be a winner. Highlights include the wine of the month, Strawberry Wine, as well as the 2010 Seyval Blanc, Stella di Luce and 2010 Generations. 19816 Huber Rd., Starlight, IN 47106. 800-345-WINE

Butler Winery & Vineyards

stablished in 1983, Butler Winery is the fourth oldest operating winery in Indiana. This family-run business is known for its focus on locally grown grapes, and the proof is in the taste of favorites like the 2011 Butler Vineyard Chardonel, the 2011 Traminette, the Vineyard White and the 2010 Butler Vineyard Terra Rossa. 6200 E. Robinson Rd., Bloomington, IN 47408. 812-332-6660 Downtown Bloomington: 1022 N. College Ave., Bloomington, IN 47404. 812-339-7233

French Lick Winery

ow entering its 15th year of production, the Heaven’s View Vineyard at the French Lick Winery is famous for the ﬁrst planting of Norton grapes in Indiana, as well as Chambourcin, Traminette, Vidal and Vincent varietals. The winery’s 2012 award-winning wines include the Pinot Gris, Norton, Merlot and Heaven’s View Vidal. 8145 W. Sinclair St., West Baden Springs, IN 47469. 812-936-2293 / 888-494-6380

Best Vineyards

he Wilbert family hadn’t a clue about making wine back in 2000 when they purchased a local farm, but 13 years later, Best Vineyards is revered as a grower of the highest quality grapes. Their mastering of the vines has resulted in a slew of awards for the production of great wines like the 2011 Sweet Black Raspberry, 2010 Hummingbird Red and 2010 Strawberry Flame. 8373 Morgans Ln. SE, Elizabeth, IN 47117. 812-969-WINE

Turtle Run Winery

urtle Run began as a small, local winery back in 1997 on a farm in Corydon, IN but now draws visitors from across the United States and overseas. Despite winning numerous medals, the owners get more satisfaction out of matching your unique taste preferences with the perfect wine. Highlights include the Sweet Tortuga 2011 and Terrapin Red 2010. 940 St. Peters Church Rd. NE, Corydon, IN 47712. 812-952-2650 / 866-288-7853

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Pastries & Treats of Evansville By Brooklyn Solis

Ever been called a chocolate lover? Have a craving for vanilla? Need a cupcake? However you make your life a little sweeter, Evansville is sprinkled with several places to add a little sweetness to your next event or social gathering. Satisfy your next craving at these local bakeries.

Pinch of Sugar Bakery on 579 North Green River Road specializes in creative cake designs but they also specialize in making them taste great too. “Our most popular by far, is the vanilla cake or our wedding cupcake. It is not a white cake; it is not a yellow cake. We do a French vanilla cake with vanilla butter cream frosting,” Owner Dianne Miles said. For the past two years, the tri-state has celebrated their events with original cake ﬂavors and designs that Miles and her employees have come up with. “We use a mixture of some family recipes. Mostly thought, they are ﬂavors I have come up with or that my employees have thought of and suggested. We like to think outside of the box,” Miles said. Check out A Pinch of Sugar online at www.apinchofsugar.com.

“Our peanut butter chocolate is our most popular. I think it is the traditional aspect of the chocolate chip cookie combined with the peanut butter is what people really enjoy. Our Chef Doug Signature also does really well. We add cinnamon and walnut to that, and people really seem to enjoy it as well,” Chef Rennie said. “I have to admit it that Marla was the one that tweaked our cookie recipe. She made it better. After it started doing well, she asked for a retail store. So, in November of 2003 we opened our shop. Now she says, ‘I want to ship all over the country.’ So we are now working on that venture. We went online in July of 2010 and our website will be set up for international business soon. People in Chicago, Alaska, Hawaii and West Virginia can now say that they too have had a Rennie cookie.” Along with her three sisters, Cate Cisco has enjoyed keeping Evansville sweet with Piece of Cake bakery for the past 15 years. Located on 210 Main Street, passerby’s can enjoy more than a piece of cake. Their decadent treats are family recipes passed on from generation to generation. They even dye their coconut icing pink, because their grandma did. “We sell a lot of the cheesecake. While the Tahitian is my favorite, the Black and White is the most popular. It is cheesecake layered between chocolate cakes, covered in chocolate frosting and topped with ganache. Another big seller is our No Bake cookies. They are classic and our grandmother’s recipe. I love them too. Nothing fancy about them, just regular chocolate and peanut butter,” Cisco said. “We are lucky that all of us have this passion. We email recipes back and forth and make changes. Baking what we do. We all love it,” Cisco said. Check out Piece of Cake online at www.pieceofcakeevansville.com. WC

Anyone who has had a Just Rennie’s cookie will tell you how good it is. The delicious, soft texture coupled with sweet ingredients make Rennie’s cookie a tri-state staple. Next door to their catering company on 102 South East Fourth Street, Chef Doug, his wife Marla and their cookie team passionately bake their sweet treats. You can also place an order at www.justrennies.com. • 12 • www.EvansvilleDining.com

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THE

BREWERIES

OF SOUTHERN INDIANA Craft beer is enjoying a renaissance across the country and when some beer aficionados may

look east to Samuel Adams and Dogfish Head or west to the many craft breweries in Colorado and California for the latest trends in beer production, the tri-state offers a variety of its own unique beers for interested drinkers.

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– Paul Bragin

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Sometimes when I reflect back on all the beer I drink I feel ashamed – Then I look into the glass and think about the workers in the brewery and all of their hopes and dreams. If I didn’t drink this beer, they might be out of work and their dreams would be shattered. Then I say to myself, ‘It is better that I drink this beer and let their dreams come true than be selfish and worry about my liver. -Jack Handy (American Humorist)

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Offering

HOPE

Over the course of the last year, the Catalyst Church Food Pantry has grown into much more than just a traditional place offering food to families.

his church that states they are a “church for people who don’t do church,” not only oﬀer meals, meal stretching recipes, prayers, Bibles, but also an invitation to church and the church’s activities. Whether the Rock the Block party, Vacation Bible School, Wingnuts assistance, Bible studies, Singles, Youth or Marriage Group, clients are made to feel welcome. Being a small church with limited funds but a lot of heart, it is often hard to acquire the amount of food needed to provide for as many families as visit the pantry. The pantry is open Tuesday and Thursday from 4 – 6 p.m. each week, serving between 10 and 20 families each week. The need is great but was not truly realized until ﬁgures were kept of the number of meals sent out the door. The pantry provides groceries for three meals a day for three days for each family member. But until you see the numbers you can’t grasp the ideas of just what this little pantry is doing. To realize the magnitude, 271 people

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Meal at a Time receiving food means that 2,439 meals went home with our families. That is a lot of food and sadly a great need. The Westside community has been a huge help and support since the food pantry’s opening in the spring of 2012, but the need continues to grow. Through a canned food drive at the Westside Schnucks, nearly 1000 cans of food and $300 in cash was donated one April Saturday. In addition, Mater Dei High School sponsored a spirit dress day where students donated $1 to wear spirit dress. A by-donation ping pong tournament and family movie night oﬀered something for everyone in the community. The Catalyst Church Food Pantry oﬀers hope, one meal at a time! Food as well as cash donations are appreciated. We are needing around $500-$600 a month plus donations of food to keep the pantry open. WC If you are interested in a donation you can send a check to “Catalyst Church Food Pantry” to 3232 Claremont Ave, Evansville IN 47712 or you can donate online at: mycatalystchurch.org/connect/food-pantry.. For more information please call 812-250-8383.

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Dining Out

Healthy with

Bob’s Gym’s

Amanda Smith By Nikki Davis

A few years back, I heard the phrase that a person should eat to live, not live to eat and by adopting that mentality a person could make better choices as to what he or she consumed, in turn, living a healthier life.

o with that in mind, last year I worked really hard to lose over 60 pounds during the course of the year to improve my overall health and well-being. In doing so, I avoided some of my favorite restaurants for fear I wouldn’t be able to find something that was healthy for me and enjoyable. What I have come to learn though, is that with a few simple tips and tricks, you can still enjoy the restaurants that you have always known and loved. Personal Trainer and Weight Management Specialist at Bob’s Gym Amanda Smith recommends starting with a sit-down restaurant. Not that drivethru restaurants are bad, but they likely don’t offer as healthy of items. She next recommends looking for restaurants that offer “healthy” or “lighter” denoted options on their menu. The next step is to look for unnecessary items that may come on a dish. Avoid salads that have items that can make them just as unhealthy as a burger, such as Chinese fried noodles, extra cheese, fried chicken strips, etc. Smith recommends instead choosing salads that have items such as fresh fruit or grilled chicken instead. You can also ask for your cheese or dressing on the side, and you generally should pass on crunchy toppings.

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Smith shares, “I define healthy as living well, eating well and resting well. Doing these things will result in a healthy lifestyle. A healthy lifestyle has great side effects like a healthy body weight, low body fat percentage, better sleep patterns, and little to no medication for ailments. Our program, Simply Basics at Bob’s Gym, does not count calories. Instead, we focus on combining exercise with eating whole foods and watching our macro nutrients.” While eating out, you can also exercise your right to choose. Swap water for soda or an alcoholic beverage. Look for items on the menu that offer a whole grain or wheat bread versus a white bread option, or think about skipping the bread altogether. Choosing lean proteins like chicken, turkey or fish over red meats is another route. Also, consider asking the wait staff to not bring out the bread or chips before the meal, and always ask that your

vegetables be steamed in water only. According to Smith, a lot of places steam with additional oils or butters. You should also bear in mind your portion size when eating out. Smith recommends the following: fruit servings can be up to the size of a baseball, fish servings can be up to the size of a checkbook, chicken or beef servings can be up to the size of a deck of cards, cheese or peanut butter can be up to the size of your thumb, and oils or butters can be up to the size of the tip of your thumb. So, don’t just take it from a person who has walked on that path to losing weight and/or becoming healthy, but also heed the advice of a professional. There are ways to enjoy dining out while staying on a healthy track! WC

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Burger Land BourbonBlog.com (BB): Will you be showcasing other types of burgers that aren’t beef on Burger Land? George Motz (GM): No, I think a hamburger is defined as, ‘made from a cow, ground up, cooked and put on bread.’ Veggie and crab burgers, those aren’t hamburgers. BB: How did this become a show on Travel Channel? GM: About 10 years ago, I was looking for a subject for a documentary. I wasn’t an expert about hamburgers; I was looking for stories about people. We estimate over the last 12 years, I have eaten close to 10,000 burgers. If I am doing research for the book or the show, I’m eating up to 20 burgers a week. Many of them are small.

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BB: Are you just eating the burgers or cooking them too? GM: No, I don’t cook many burgers at home. There is one burger I make which is simple. I call it the primary source hamburger in America. It is like a slider, only about two or three ounces. It is smashed on flat top with a few onions on a white squishy bun. Many places in America still make them that way and have been for 80 or 90 years. This is how burgers started because back then, there was little to no refrigeration. Pickles, onions and mustard. This was the original burger. BB: Is there a definitive place that actually invented the hamburger in America? GM: There are many claims to the invention. The best and strongest claim is Louis’ Lunch in New Haven, CT, the

oldest continuously operating restaurant serving it this way since about 1900. BB: Any tips for making burgers at home? GM: Fresh ground beef. Pick up your meat the day you’re making burgers. Don’t freeze meat or go frozen. Traditional grilling is the hardest way to make a burger because you can easily under or over cook. For the best results on cooking your meat, take a skillet and put a flat top on the actual grill over the the flames. This keeps the juices intact.

BB: What do you hope viewers take away from Burger Land? GM: I want them to realize that there isn’t just one kind of hamburger. There are regional differences. Burgers don’t make themselves. They are made by people. People have souls and make them they way they want to. In some cases, the same way for a 100 years and they make them because they are excellent. WC

BB: What type of fries go best with a burger? GM: To me, about 90% of the time fries are a big let down. I usually stay away from them. I like waffles fries. If you are watching your weight, cut the fries out. www.EvansvilleDining.com • 19 •

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Guacamole from Cancun Mexican Restaurant

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Arancini

Delizio Gourmet Italian Eatery

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Chef Salad

from Bits & Bytes Deli

An Overview...

2013 is proving to be a tasty year indeed! Riﬄe though these mouth-watering recipes and be inspired!

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Turkey BLT with Bacon Jam from Vecchio’s Italian Market & Delicatessen

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Tilapia with Lemon Cream Sauce

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Meat & Cheese Platter Sara’s Harmony Way

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Blue Moon Burgers

from KC’s Timeout Lounge

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Yebra Malfoof (Cabbage Rolls) from House of Como

from Edgewater Grille

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Savory Jumbo Shrimp and Chicken Tenderloins

from Ivy Tech Culinary School

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Mango BBQ Sauce (On the Mahi Mahi Taco) from BackStage

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Seared Ahi Tuna from Kanpai Sushi & Asian Bistro

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Honeysuckle Sorbetto Jeanne’s Gelato

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White Chocolate Brownie from Just Rennie’s

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Lasagna

from Smitty’s Italian Steakhouse

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Beef Brisket Hash with Mornay Sauce

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Thai Shrimp and Cucumber Ceviche from NW ChopHouse

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Fluffy Peanut Butter Pie from The Log Inn

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Shrimp and Grits

Moist Pineapple Cake

from Tin Man Brewing Co.

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Hummus from Acropolis

from Tropicana Evansville

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Chicken Saltimbocca

from Red Geranium

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Salsa

from Tin Fish

from Stoll’s

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Calabacitas

Eclipse Spanish Tapas Restaurant

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Ri Ra Lamasco Burger Ri Ra Irish Pub

Tin Man Shrimp and Grits and Tin Man 3-Gear Porter, yum! The sweetness of the porter will meld with the sweetness of the grits, while not overpowering the shrimp. This pairing should leave you with a robust, clean finish. —Jason Watson of Liquor Locker What’s Cookin’! 2013-2014

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Guacamole 1 1 3 1/4 Pinch Pinch 1 1 T. To Taste

Ripe tomato Ripe lime Ripe medium avocadoes Onion, finely chopped Ground cumin Mild chili powder Jalapeno, freshly chopped Cilantro leaves, freshly chopped Salt

Squeeze the lime into a bowl. Cut each avocado in half around the pit; twist apart and remove the pit with a knife. Carefully peel off the skin, dice the flesh in the bowl of lime juice to prevent loss of color. Add the onion, tomato, cumin, chili powder and jalapeno. Mash together and add salt to taste. Enjoy! Submitted by: Cancun Henderson

Large Chef Salad The toppings are: Cucumber, •Bell Peppers •Mushrooms •Tomatoes •Hard Boiled Egg •Ham •Turkey •Bacon •Shredded CoJack Cheese. Freshness is the key factor. Our salad mix is a combination of Iceberg Head Lettuce, Romaine Hearts, Spinich, Grated Carrots, and Red Cabbage. Again I stress freshness is a key. It is what makes our salads so great. We hand grate our own cheese and carrots. We never buy the salad mix in a bag, and we hard-boil the eggs ourselves. Submitted by: Bites & Bytes Photo by Daniel Knight, Studio B

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It’s a perfect blend of salt and sweet and can be used as a condiment or as a dessert ingredient. 1 lb bacon (diced) 1 large onion (diced) 4 large cloves garlic (minced) 1/2 tsp cracked black pepper 1 tsp crushed red pepper (or to taste) 1 Tb cumin 2 tsp dry mustard 4 oz Bourbon 1 Tb apple cider vinegar Salt to taste

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Turkey BLT with Bacon Jam

Sauté bacon over medium/high heat for 5 minutes (until the bacon has just started to brown), add onion. Reduce heat to medium and sauté for 5 more minutes, until onion becomes translucent. Add garlic. Sauté 2 minutes. Add black pepper, red pepper, mustard, and cumin. Stir. Remove from heat and add Bourbon. Return to low heat and let simmer until syrup is thick and the meat and veggies are completely soft. Remove from heat. Let cool. Pulse in food processor 4-5 times until jam is just spreadable. Enjoy as a condiment, sandwich spread, or dessert ingredient. Submitted by: Vecchio’s Italian Market & Delicatessen Photo by Daniel Knight, Studio B

Blue Moon Burgers 4 half lb. Certified Angus Beef patties 4 tsp. Worcestershire sauce 4 tsp. Montreal steak seasoning 1 cup blue cheese crumbles, divided 4 oz. Blue Moon beer, divided Place one burger patty in a large bowl. Add 1 tsp. of Worcestershire sauce and 1 tsp. of Montreal steak seasoning to the burger. Then place 1/4 cup of blue cheese crumbles in the center of the burger, and shape the meat around it to form a new patty. Place burger on a flat-grill, pour 1 oz. of beer around the edges then immediately cover it with a large metal bowl, allowing the burger to steam. Cook to desired length. Repeat process with remaining burgers. To serve, top with sautéed onions and more blue cheese crumbles on a toasted bun. Serves four. Submitted by: Mickey Schultz of KC’s Timeout Lounge Photo by Daniel Knight, Studio B

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Arancini 1 Tbl. Olive Oil 2 1/4 oz. Aborio Rice 1/2 Shallot 1 tsp. Minced Garlic 2 Tbl. White Wine 3 1/4 Tbl. Homemade Pomodoro Sauce 1 cup of Chicken Stock 1 1/4 Tbl. rehydrated Sun-dried Tomatoes 1/3 tsp. of White Sugar 1/3 tsp. dried Italian Seasoning 1/8 tsp. Kosher Salt 1/8 tsp. ground Black Pepper 1 1/2 Grated Parmesan Equal parts cooked spicy Italian Sausage & shredded Mozzarella Heat oil in a non-stick skillet. Add shallots and garlic and sauté until tender. Add rice and lightly toast. Deglaze skillet with wine. Add pomodoro sauce and stir until completely absorbed. Add seasoning, sun-dried tomatoes and sugar. Add stock in small amounts and continually stir until all liquid is absorbed and rice is cooked and tender. Stir Parmesan cheese into rice. Allow rice to cool. Mix equal parts of Italian sausage and shredded mozzarella cheese. Form a ball with the rice and use your ﬁnger to make a pocket. Fill with sausage and cheese mix. Roll Arancini in seasoned breadcrumbs and par sear or deep fry until internal temperature is 160 degrees. Submitted by: Chef Eric Duley of Photo by: Daniel Knight, Studio B

Tilapia with Lemon Cream Sauce 2 Tbl. Of Butter 2 lb. of Tilapia 1/4 tsp. of Salt 1/4 tsp. of Black Pepper 1/4 cup of Flour 3/4 cup of Heavy Cream Grated Lemon Zest 1 Tbl. Lemon Juice 2 Tbl. of Scallions (chopped) In a large, non-stick frying pan, melt the butter over moderate heat. Sprinkle the tilapia with 1/2 tsp. of the salt and pepper. Dust the tilapia with the flour and shake off any excess. Put the tilapia in the pan and cook for two to three minutes. Turn and cook until just done, about three more minutes. Remove the tilapia from the pan. Add the cream and lemon zest to the pan. Bring to a simmer and cook until it starts to thicken, about two minutes. Stir in the remaining 1/4 tsp. of salt, the lemon juice and scallions. Serve the sauce over the fish. Submitted by: Jacquie Schen of Edgewater Grille Photo by: Daniel Knight, Studio B • 24 • www.EvansvilleDining.com

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Prepare cabbage:

Core cabbage, put into a pot of boiling water until pliable (about 5-10 minutes). Remove outer leaves when they are medium soft. Set aside.

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Yebra Malfoof (Cabbage Rolls)

Prepare ﬁlling:

(Mix together in a large bowl.) 2 lbs. ground Beef (Can substitute Pork or Lamb.) 1 1/2 cups of long grain rice 1 tsp. of pepper 11/2 tsp. of salt Add water to make the meat and rice easier to mix. Put a small amount of the mixture in a cabbage leaf. Roll like a burrito. Place into a pot that has the scraps of cabbage in the bottom. Add one small can of tomatoes to the pot breaking up the large pieces of tomatoes. Add water until the cabbage rolls are covered. Cook for about 30 minutes on medium heat. Serves about 10 people. Submitted by: Martha Hage of House of Como Photo by: Daniel Knight, Studio B

Meat & Cheese Platter 32 oz. of Chicken or Vegetable broth 14 oz. can of Italian style diced tomatoes 9 oz. Cheese Tortellini 6 oz. Fresh Spinach Bring broth to a boil. Add tortellini and tomatoes with their juice, heat on medium until the pasta is tender. Turn down heat to low and then add the spinach. Cover with lid. After roughly two minutes, stir so that the spinach mixes throughout and it is ready. Lastly, top with fresh grated parmesan cheese. Submitted by: Sara Brown of Sara’s Harmony Way Photo by: Daniel Knight, Studio B

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Mango BBQ Sauce (On the Mahi Mahi Taco) 1 cup of BBQ Sauce 2 Tbl. of Balsamic Vinegar 1 roasted Red Pepper 1 Mango (peeled & chopped) Submitted by: Kevin Wilkerson of Backstage Bar & Grill

Jason Suggests:

Savory Jumbo Shrimp and Chicken Tenderloins

Mango BBQ Sauce (On the Mahi Mahi Tacos) Match this sauce with a GREAT pale ale. Stone’s Pale Ale fits the bill, slightly hoppy but very clean. Won’t hurt the balsamic and blends well with red pepper.

16 Jumbo Shrimp 8 Chicken Tenderloins 1 Large Sweet Onion cut in half and sliced thin (Vandalia or the Candy Onion that’s sold at various farmers markets during the season) 1 each Red, Yellow and Green Bell Pepper cored seeded and sliced thin ½ cup Olive Oil (or butter and olive oil) 2 tsp. Coriander 2 tsp. Turmeric (may substitute curry powder) 2 tsp. Ginger 1 tsp. Ground Annatto (or 1 tsp. Paprika) 3 tsp. Kosher Salt 1 tsp. White Pepper 2 Garlic Cloves crushed 1 1/2 cup Orange Juice 2 tsp. Cornstarch Add the oil, onion and garlic to a hot pan, which is large enough to hold all the chicken and shrimp, and reduce the heat to medium. Cook covered until the onion starts to sweat (create an aroma). Move the onion and garlic to one side of the pan and add the chicken tenderloins that have been seasoned with all the required seasonings. After lightly browning the tenderloins on both sides over medium heat cover the pan and cook for 5 minutes on medium heat. Add the unseasoned shrimp to the pan placing them on the bottom of the pan, and place the tenderloins and onion on top of the shrimp then cook 10 minutes on medium heat. Stir in one cup of orange juice and the bell peppers and cook covered for 15 minutes on medium heat. Remove the chicken, shrimp, bell peppers and onion from the pan to a serving dish. Add remaining ½ cup of orange juice with the cornstarch stirred into it to the pan and cook this savory liquid for another 5 minutes then add to the chicken, shrimp, bell peppers and onion. You may want to add some additional orange juice to create a medium consistency for the savory pan sauce (liquid). Serve with crusty garlic bread and a crisp semi-sweet white wine and side dishes of your choice. Recipe for four to eight servings. Submitted by: Chef Watez Phelps of Ivy Tech Culinary School Photo by: Jesse Daniels

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Seared Ahi Tuna

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½ C. 1/4 C. 1 T. 2 T. 1 T. 2 4 lb. 1/4 C. 2 T.

Soy sauce Green onions Sesame oil Minced garlic Crushed red peppers Whole limes Sushi grade yellowﬁn tuna Toasted sesame seeds Honey

Mix all ingredients in a bowl excluding tuna and sesame seeds for a marinade. Marinate tuna for two to four minutes. Pre-heat sauté pan. Add 1 tsp. sesame oil to pan; sear the tuna for one minute on each side. After searing, roll in toasted sesame seeds. Slice tuna into 1/4 inch cuts – serve and enjoy! Submitted by: Kanpai Sushi & Asian Bistro Photo by: Daniel Knight, Studio B

Jason Suggests: Ahi is a delicate fish, but the cumin rub packs a punch! I suggest either Fat Head’s Head Hunter IPA or Carlsberg Elephant. Both have a strong district taste that won’t over power the rub, yet are still mild enough to not kill the fish.

Honeysuckle Sorbetto 4 cups, tightly packed but not smashed honeysuckle flowers, leaves and stems discarded 5 1/3 cups cool water 1 1/3 cups water 2 cups sugar Few drops of freshly squeezed lemon juice Pinch of cinnamon PLACE blossoms in a non-reactive bowl, glass or stainless steel, and cover with cool water. Weigh down with a plate. Let them stand on the counter overnight. MAKE a simple syrup out of sugar and water: boil together in a small saucepan until all the sugar is dissolved and it begins to look lustrous and slightly thick, three to five minutes. Add lemon juice to prevent sugar from re-crystallizing. Cool syrup completely. Strain honeysuckle infusion, gently pressing the blossoms so as not to waste any of your efforts. Combine the two liquids and add the merest dusting of cinnamon. Churn in an ice cream maker, per instructions. This does not keep for more than a week or two. Yield: 2 quarts. Submitted by: Jeanne’s Gelato

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White Chocolate Brownie ½ lb. White Chocolate ½ lb. of Butter 1 ½ cups granulated White Sugar 6 eggs 1/8 cup (2T) dark Rum 1 ½ tsp. Vanilla 1 ½ cups all-purpose Flour ¼ tsp. of Salt 5 oz. Chocolate Chips ¼ lb. Pistachio nuts

Whipped Cream

2 cups heavy Cream 2 tsp. pure Vanilla ¼ cup granulated White Sugar or Powdered Sugar Add the above ingredients until desired thickness.

Chocolate Sauce

8 oz. of Chocolate 8 oz. of Heavy Cream Heat the above ingredients over a double boiler until melted. Submitted by: Chef Doug Rennie of Just Rennie’s Photo by: Daniel Knight, Studio B

Jason Suggests:

Melt white chocolate and butter over water bath (or you can melt chocolate over a water bath and melt butter in microwave). Pour into mixing bowl, add in the following order: sugar, flour, eggs, rum, vanilla, salt and pistachios. Mix with paddle on first speed, increasing to second briefly at the end. Do not overwork or they become chewy and the top will flake off. Pour batter into greased and parchment-lined 9x13 in. pan. Sprinkle chocolate chips over top. Use the side of the rubber spatula to pat them down. Bake at 350 degrees for 60+ minutes. Rotate every 30 minutes top to bottom and give a half turn. When done, top will be golden and the center will spring back. If center sinks upon removal from oven, return it to the oven ASAP and continue to bake. The brownies can be salvaged. Note: can be served with vanilla bean ice cream, whipped cream and chocolate sauce. Serves 12.

Thai Shrimp with Cucumber Ceviche A spicy ceviche deserves a balancing wheat beer. Carson’s Eville Wheat will not overpower the shellfish or cucs. The wheat will calm the kimchi heat.

Thai Shrimp and Cucumber Ceviche 2 large Cucumbers (diced) 1/2 cup Red Onion (diced) 1/2 cup chopped Cilantro 1/2 cup Kimchi (diced) 5 Tbl. Sirachi 2 cups Key Lime juice 1/2 lb. raw Shrimp (diced) Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl and refrigerate for 3 hours then serve. Submitted by: Nick Weisenborn of NW Chophouse & Wine Bar Photo by: Nick Durcholz

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Fluffy Peanut Butter Pie 3/4 cup of smooth Peanut Butter 1- 8 oz. cream cheese 1 cup of powdered sugar 1/2 cup of milk 9 oz. of Cool Whip 9 in. pie shell, graham cracker crust Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add in peanut butter and powdered sugar then gradually beat together. Slowly add milk into the mixture. Fold in Cool Whip and pour into 9 in. crust. Set in freezer for 10 minutes to set up. Sprinkle over peanut butter and powdered sugar mixture. Remove from freezer and serve. Submitted by: Kathy Holzmeyer of the Log Inn Photo by: Daniel Knight, Studio B

Chicken Saltimbocca Ingredients 1 (7oz) boneless chicken breast 1 thin slice of prosciutto ham 5 button mushrooms 1 cup of heavy cream 1 teaspoon of butter 1 tablespoon of canola or olive oil 1 small bag of fresh spinach 1 cup of water 2 slices of provolone cheese Salt and pepper Directions Lightly salt and pepper chicken and place in oven, cook for 12-14 minutes at 350 degrees or until the fattest part of the chicken temps at 165 degrees or higher.

reduce heat then add 1 cup of heavy cream, dash of salt and pepper let simmer (extremely low heat) on stove till thickens. (usually time chicken is done) Add 1 teaspoon of butter, 1 cup of water, and a handful of spinach to sauté pan over medium heat. Sauté spinach till it wilts down then add prosciutto. Remove chicken when cooked place prosciutto then spinach onto chicken cover with 2 pieces of provolone cheese place back in oven just long enough for cheese to melt then remove and place on dish. Top with mushroom sauce and serve. Submitted by: Red Gernaium Photo by: Allie Boyles, Studio B

Cut or chop mushrooms, sauté in pan with 1 tablespoon of olive or canola oil for 2 to 3 minutes

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Lasagna 8 sheets Lasagna noodles 1 Tbl. Olive Oil 5 cups Spaghetti meat sauce 5 cups Marinara sauce 1 cup grated Romano Cheese 3 cups Mozzarella Cheese 5 Tbl. Fresh Parsley 1 Tbl. Salt and pepper 4 cups of Ricotta cheese 1 lb. ground Pork 1 lb. Italian Sausage Submitted by: Chef Romie Kimbrell of Smitty’s Italian Steakhouse Photo by: Daniel Knight, Studio B

Jason Suggests: Lasanga Peroni is an Italian lager that really works with red sauces. If you refuse, you have to go with a Victory Pilsner, or hearty German beer like Hoegaarden or Augustiner.

Shrimp and Grits 1 cup of Chicken Stock 1 cup of heavy Cream 2 cups of Water 6 cups of yellow Grits 1/2 stick of unsalted Butter 1/2 lb. Benton’s Bacon 1/2 lb. 21-25 P & D Shrimp 3 soft-boiled brown Eggs Chopped Scallion

In a stock pot bring water, cream, butter and chicken stock to a boil. Whisk in grits and cook until tender. Let rest ﬁve minutes. Add shredded cheddar cheese. Dice bacon and fry until crispy. Save the grease. Add shrimp to hot grease, salt and pepper to taste, cook until pink. Add eggs to rapidly boiling water and cook for two and a half minutes. Drop eggs in ice bath to stop the cooking process. Submitted by: Chef Jai Campbell of Tin Man Brewing Co.

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16 oz. of fresh pineapple cut in chunks 2 cups of sugar 1 tsp. of baking soda 1/8 tsp. of salt 2 large eggs 1 tsp. of vanilla

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Moist Pineapple Cake

Mix ﬂour, sugar, baking soda and salt thoroughly and set aside. Beat eggs, vanilla and any juice oﬀ of your pineapple chunks together. Slowly mix in your dry mix. Add your pineapple chunks last and pour mixture into a 9 x 13 pan wiped down with vegetable oil. Bake at 325 degrees for 25-30 minutes or until the top is lightly browned then add an icing of your choice. Ours is cream cheese. Submitted by: Carla Miller of Stoll’s Country Inn Photo by: Daniel Knight, Studio B

Salsa 8 small Tomatoes (diced) 1 can of petite Tomatoes (diced, drained) 1 head of Cilantro 1 Onion (diced) 2 roasted Anaheim Peppers 1 roasted Jalapeno 1/2 Tbl. of Salt 1/2 Tbl. of Black Pepper 3 Tbl. of Cider Vinegar Roast all pepper over an open ﬂame or under a broiler until the skin becomes black. Blend peppers and vinegar in blender until smooth. In a large bowl, mix drained tomatoes, diced fresh tomatoes, peppers, spices and onions. Mince the cilantro and add to mixture. Allow salsa to rest for an hour to let the ﬂavors blend. Enjoy with fresh chips. Submitted by: Chef Morgan Castillo of Tin Fish Photo by: Daniel Knight, Studio B

Jason Suggests: A fantastic choice of cerveza to compliment this dish is Victoria Mexican Beer.

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Beef Brisket Hash with Mornay Sauce 1 lb. of cooked beef brisket ¼ in. dice 2 potatoes ¼ in. dice 1 small onion ¼ in. dice 1 garlic clove minced ¼ cup beef stock 1 Tbl. of fresh parsley Salt and Pepper to taste 8 Eggs poached In a large skillet melt butter over medium heat add potatoes, sauté to a golden brown. Add onion and garlic, cook till onion becomes translucent. Add in the cooked beef brisket and beef stock, let the stock reduce by half. Add in the salt and pepper, turn oﬀ heat and stir in the fresh parsley. Separate the hash onto four plates and place two poached eggs over the hash then drizzle with mornay sauce.

Mornay sauce 1 ¼ Tbl. of butter 1 ½ Tbl. of ﬂour 1 cup of warm milk ¼ tsp. of kosher salt 1/8 tsp. of white pepper 1 oz. of Monterey jack cheese In a medium sauce pan melt the butter over medium-high heat, add the ﬂour stirring constantly until the roux is a pale yellow and frothy. About one minute, slowly whisk in the milk and continue to whisk until the sauce thickens and comes to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer, add salt and pepper, allow to simmer about two minutes and add the cheese. Whisk until melted. Submitted by: Nicholas Walls of Riverside Cookery inside Tropicana Evansville Photo by: Daniel Knight, Studio B

Hummus 1 16 oz. can of Chickpeas 3 Tbl. of Lemon Juice 1 1/2 Tbl. of Tahini (Sesame Seed blend) 2 Tbl. granulated Garlic 1/2 tsp. of Salt 3 Tbl. of Olive Oil 2 tsp. of dried Parsley Water Drain chickpeas and place them with tahini, lemon juice, salt, olive oil and garlic in a food processor. Blend slowly and add water until the dip is smooth. Extra lemon juice and garlic can be added according to your taste. Provided by: Chef Doros Hadjisavva of Acropolis *Not actual Acropolis Hummus

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Calabacitas 6 peeled Tomatoes 6 chopped Green Zucchinis 1 small Onion 2 cloves of Garlic 4 oz. Goat Cheese Fresh Parsley Salt & Pepper Extra virgin Olive Oil Boil Tomatoes. Peel tomatoes. Blend boiles and peeled tomatoes with onion, garlic & parsley, salt and pepper. Boil blended sauce until bubbling. Sautee zucchini with extra virgin olive oil and goat cheese slowly add tomato sauce blend until all is blended. Serve immediately, garnish with fresh parsley. Submitted by: Chef Ivan Davila Pezza of Eclipse Spanish Tapas Restaurant Photo by: Daniel Knight, Studio B

Ri Ra Lamasco Burger 1 3 oz. Soft Pretzel bun 2 oz. Brussel sprouts 1 oz. smoked Bacon 1 pinch Rosemary 7 oz. hand-cut ground Beef 1.5 oz. Garlic Aioli 1 thick slice of Swiss cheese Garnish with lettuce, tomato and red onion rings. Grill seven oz. burger on ﬂat top until desired temp. Melt Swiss on top. Sautee bacon, sprouts and rosemary together with a little coarse black pepper. Toast pretzel bun with butter on ﬂat top until golden brown and sprinkle with a little kosher salt. Stack the bun high with garnishments, and place burger on top. Add aioli to the top of the burger and top with sprouts and bacon mixture. Add the top of the bun and place next to a large serving of fresh hand cut chips. Submitted by: Chef Wes Rose of t Photo by: Daniel Knight, Studio B What’s Cookin’! 2013-2014

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AMISH

Stoll’s Country Inn 19820 Castle Creek Dr. 812-867-7730 Under $10/Checks/ MC/Visa/Reservations Accepted/No Alcohol/ Buﬀet-style menu Stoll’s Country Inn’s Amish and Mennonite home-style cuisine features a large selection of daily entrees on their delicious buﬀet. With a menu that changes daily, some of their entrees include succulent sliced roast beef, country pork chops, their signature meatloaf and smoked sausage.

BARBECUE Bar-B-Q Barn 1003 E. Diamond Ave. 812-491-9868 Under $10/No Reservations/ No Alcohol/Checks/MC/VISA Bandana’s Bar-B-Q 6636 Logan Dr. 401-9922 Under $10/Casual/No reservations/All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar Gene’s Restaurant & BBQ 1095 N. Green St., Henderson, KY 270-827-8576 Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/No Alcohol/All Major Credit Cards Hawg ‘N’ Sauce (Mt. Vernon) 1600 Leonard Rd. 812-838-5339 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/ All Major Credit Cards/ Online ordering available – www.hawgnsaucebbq.com powered by Click4AMeal

Hickory Pit Stop 1521 N. Main St. 422-6919 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/AMEX J & B Bar-B-Q & Catering 48 S. Holloway St., Henderson, KY 270-830-0033 Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/No Alcohol/All Major Credit Cards Landmark BBQ 3901 Broadway Ave. 401-7427 Under $10/Casual/ Checks Accepted/VISA/MC Marx Barbeque & Catering Service 3119 W. Maryland St. 425-1616 Under $10/Casual/ Checks Accepted/VISA/MC/ Full Service Catering Memphis & Main BBQ 4946 Hwy 261, Newburgh, IN 812-858-0111 Under $10/No Reservations/ Check and All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol MoonLite Bar-B-Q Inn 2840 W. Parrish Ave. Owensboro, KY 800-322-8989 $10-$15/ Reservations Accepted/ Check and All Major Credit Cards/ Beer & Wine The Nisbet Inn 6701 Nisbet Rd. Northern Vanderburgh County, IN 812-963-9305 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Shyler’s Bar-B-Q 405 S. Green River Rd. 476-4599 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards Thomason’s 701 Atkinson St., Henderson, KY 270-826-0654 Under $10/Casual/No Alcohol

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Wilson’s General Store, Café & BBQ 11120 Broadway Ave. 812-985-0202 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/ All Major Credit Cards Wolf’s Bar-B-Q Restaurant 6000 First Ave. 424-8891 Under$10/Casual/Checks/ Reservations Accepted/VISA/ MC/Online ordering available – www.wolfsbarbq.com powered by Click4AMeal

BREWERIES/ WINERIES

Carson’s Brewery 2406 Lynch Rd. 305-1436 Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards The newest brewery on the block, Carson’s is quickly making its presence known with an impressive list of local beers including Brown Cow Brown Ale, Eville American Wheat and Red Dawn Amber Wheat.

Tin Man Brewing Company 1430 W. Franklin St. 618-3227 Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards In the short time that Tin Man has been open, the brewery has already received national exposure for both its beer and packaging and design. Check out their top quality brews including the Circuit Bohemian Pilsner, Alloy American IPA and Overlord Imperial IPA.

Turoni’s Brewery 408 N. Main St. 424-9871 Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards Winzerwald Winery (Tasting Room) 2021 W. Franklin St. 423-2427

CASUAL THEME Applebee’s Bar & Grill (East) 5100 E. Morgan Ave. 471-0929 (West) 5727 Pearl Dr. 426-2006 Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/Full Service Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Backstage Bar & Grill 524 Main St. 424-5020 Under $10/No Reservations/All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar In a prime downtown location, Backstage is ideal for a night on the town with friends oﬀering live entertainment nearly every day of the week. They also boast a full menu with an assortment of classic dishes with unique twists. From appetizers to tacos, Backstage has you covered. Bar Louie 7000 Eagle Crest Blvd. 476-7069 $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Beans & Baristas 800 N. Green River Rd. (Eastland Mall) Under $10/ No Reservations/ No Checks, MC, Visa/ No Alcohol Beef O’Brady’s 8177 Bell Oaks Dr., Newburgh, IN 490-9464 Under $10/Causal/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

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Cheddar’s Casual Café 2100 N. Green River Rd. 491-9976 $10-$15/All Major CC/Full Bar Cheeseburger in Paradise 8301 Eagle Lake Dr. 475-1074 $10-$15/Casual/ Casual/Reservations Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

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Hadi Shrine 6 Walnut St. 423-4285 Under $10/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards Hooters 4620 Lincoln Ave. 475-0229 Under $10/Casual/Beer & Wine/ VISA/MC/AMEX J. Gumbo 1211 N. Tudor Ln. 473-2951 Under $10/ No Reservations/ No Checks, All Major Credit Cards/ No Alcohol

K.C.’s Time Out Lounge & Grill 1121 Washington Sq. 437-9920 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Checks/Visa/MC/DSCVR KC’s Time Out Lounge oﬀers excellent pub fare with a twist. Long time favorites such as chicken tenders and onion rings are available. But, why not step out of the ordinary and try a few shrimp jammers, pork potstickers and a Greek gyro? And, if you are feeling like some live music, K.C.’s brings in great entertainment throughout the week.

Koodie-Hoo’s (Mt. Vernon) 231 W. 2nd St. 812-838-5202 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Logsdon Restaurant 1206 E. Main St. Boonville, IN 812-897-8813 Under $10/ Reservations Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards/ Full Bar Major Munch (Old Post Oﬃce Place, Downtown Evansville) 437-2363 (Henderson) 104 N. Water St. 270-212-2070 Under $10/Casual/VISA/MC/ Online ordering available – www.majormunch.com powered by Click4AMeal

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Cambridge Golf Course 1034 Beacon Hill Rd. 868-4653 $10-$15/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks and All Major Credit Cards/ Full Bar

Doc’s 1305 Stringtown Rd. 401-1201 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Jake’s Wayback Burgers 115 Cross Pointe Blvd., Suite 4 475-9272 Under $10/ No Reservations/ All Major Credit Cards/ No Alcohol

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Blush Ultra Lounge & Tapas Bar 615 N.W. Riverside Dr. 433-4700 $10-$15/Upscale casual/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Chili’s Grill & Bar 600 N. Green River Rd. 475-1510 $10-$15/ Casual/Reservations Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

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Max & Erma’s Tropicana Evansville (Pavilion Level 1) 421 N.W. Riverside Dr. 433-4258 $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards With a recently revamped menu, Max & Erma’s sets the standard high for Tropicana Evansville and how their guests are treated when they are there. Pickle chips, pulled pork sliders and ﬁsh tacos are among some of the favorite dishes with the locals. Other all-American fare rounds out the rest of the menu and include plenty of choices to please any casino-goer or diner alike. Mojo’s Boneyard Sports Bar & Grill 4920 Bellemeade Ave. 475-8593 $10-$15/No Checks/All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar O’Brian’s Sports Bar & Grill 1801 N. Green River Rd. 401-4630 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/Credit Cards/Full Bar Patio Bar & Grill 104 N. Water St., Henderson, KY 270-831-9955 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/Credit Cards/VISA/ MC/Full Bar Popeye’s Chicken 3300 N. First Ave 401-1773 Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/No Alcohol Red Robin 6636 E. Lloyd Exp. 473-4100 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

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Riverside Cookery 421 N.W. Riverside Dr. (Inside Tropicana Evansville) 433-4227 Under $10/ Reservations Accepted/ No Checks, All Major Credit Cards/ Full Bar Located in Tropicana Evansville’s Riverfront Pavilion, Riverside Cookery features traditional southern dishes including ﬁddlers, frog legs, pork chops, BBQ chicken and deep fried alligator. It’s a nice change from the usual fare. Show-Me’s (East) 1700 Morgan Ctr. Dr. 401-SHOW (West) 5501 Pearl Dr. 402-7100 Under $10/Casual/ Checks Accepted/ Credit Cards/Full Bar/ Online ordering available – www.showmes.com powered by Click4AMeal Steeplechase Café (Clarion Inn Airport) 4101 Hwy. 41 N. 424-6400 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/ Full Bar/Checks Accepted/Credit Cards

Temptations Buffet Tropicana Evansville (Pavilion Level 2) 421 Riverside Dr. 433-4000 Under $10/Casual/Credit Cards Accepted This is not your everyday buffet! Temptations Buffet features multiple cuisines. Get ready for an all-you-can-eat feast that spans the culinary palette. Choose from breakfast or lunch served daily.

T.G.I. Friday’s (In Eastland Mall) 800 N. Green River Rd. 491-8443Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/No Reservations/No Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards

Crazy Buﬀet 701 N. Burkhardt Rd. 437-8833 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/No checks/Credit Cards

Zoup Fresh Soup Co. (East) 6240 E. Virginia St. 477-2664 (North) 4660 N. 1st Ave. 423-1800 Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards

Golden Buddha 3221 Taylor Ave. 473-4855 5066 S.R. 261 , Newburgh, IN 812-853-2680 Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/Checks Accepted/ Full Bar/VISA/MC/DSCVR

CHINESE Canton Inn Restaurant 947 North Park Dr. 428-6611 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Checks Accepted/Beer & Wine/All Major Credit Cards Charlie’s Mongolian BBQ 315 E. Diamond Ave. 423-9897 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/MC, VISA China King 590 E. Diamond Ave. 423-1896 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Checks Accepted/Beer & Wine/All MajorCredit Cards China Super Buﬀet 127 N. Burkhardt Rd. 476-8788 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Recommended/VISA/MC/DSCVR China Village 8423 Bell Oaks Dr., Newburgh, IN 812-858-8238 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Recommended/No Alcohol/ VISA/MC/DSCVR Chopstick House Restaurant 5412 E. Indiana St. 473-5551 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/Credit Cards

Gracie’s Chinese Cuisine 12500 N. Hwy. 41 812-868-8888 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards Grand Buﬀet Mongolian Grill 1356 N. Green River Rd. 476-6666 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/No Checks/All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol Lincoln Garden 2001 Lincoln Ave. 471-88881 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Recommended/No Checks/ VISA/MC/DSCVR Lucky Dragon Chinese Restaurant 4313 E. Morgan Ave. 479-5006 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ Beer & Wine/AMEX/MC Mandarin Garden Chinese Restaurant 2013 N. Green River Rd. 476-7088 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Checks Accepted/No Alcohol/VISA/MC Mandarin House 1111 Barrett Blvd., Henderson, KY 270-826-3001 Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/All Major Credit Cards What’s Cookin’! 2013-2014

MAT. 888 China Bistro 5636 Vogel Rd. 475-2888 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/All Major Credit Cards Shing-Lee Chinese Restaurant 215 Main St. 464-2769 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Szechwan Chinese Restaurant 669 N. Green River Rd. 479-7600 $10-$15/Reservations Accepted/ Beer & Wine/VISA/MC/AMEX Taste of China 4579 University Dr. 422-1260 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/No Alcohol Teppanyaki Grill & Supreme Buffet 201 B N. Green River Rd. 474-6660 $10-$15/Casual/All Major CC/No Alcohol Two Brothers 3806 N. 1st Ave. 423-6188 Under $10/Casual/Reservations/ Wok ‘N’ Roll 311 S. Green River Rd. 474-0181 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Yen Ching Chinese Restaurant 406 S. Green River Rd. 474-0181 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/All Major Credit Cards/ Full Bar

DELI/CAFES Aldente 318 Main St. 492-4567 Under $10/Casual/VISA/MC/ DSCVR What’s Cookin’! 2013-2014

Anthony’s Heavenly Cheesecake 204 Main St. 470-7763 Under $10/ No Reservations/ No Checks, MC, Visa/ No Alcohol

Bits & Bytes 216 NW Fourth St. 423-5713 Under $10/ Checks, All Major Credit Cards/ No Reservations/ No Alcohol All you could ask for in a casual, simple lunch or breakfast destination. Bits and Bytes offer a large variety of sandwiches, also soups, salads, and other finger foods. Their specialty is a sandwich dubbed the ‘Floppy Disc’ made with your choice of meat and cheese. Every day of the work week features a different lunch special. Café 111 111 S. Green River Rd. #D 401-8111 Under $10/Casual/Visa/MC Choo Choo Café & Deli 915 Main St. 429-0283 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards Cleo’s Bakery & Brown Bag Lunches 9 W. Jennings St. (Newburgh, IN) 789-6485 Under $10/ No Reservations/ Checks, All Major Credit Cards/ No Alcohol Coffee Cottage & Café 612 S. Weinbach Ave. 401-1930 Under $10/Casual/Visa/MC Daily’s Bakery & Café 701 N. Main St. 484-6635 Reservations Accepted/Under $10/Casual/Checks/VISA/MC/ DSCVR/No Alcohol

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Diamond Deli 421 Riverside Dr. (Tropicana Evansville, pavilion level 1) 433-6122 Under $10/CasualAll Major Credit Cards Looking for a quick bite that is fresh and delicious? Look no further than the Diamond Deli in the lower level of Casino Aztar. Here you’ll ﬁnd fresh baked pizzas, sandwiches and crisp salads.

Donut Bank Bakery & Coﬀee Shop (West) 210 N. St. Joseph Ave. 426-1011 (North) 2128 N. 1st Ave. 4262311 1031 E. Diamond Ave. 426-0011 (East) 5 N. Green River Rd. 479-0511

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1950 Washington Ave. 477-2711 1200 Lincoln Ave. 402-4111 (Newburgh) 3988 SR 261 812-858-9911 Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol Emge’s Deli & Ice Cream 206-208 Main St. 422-3026/422-7030 Under $10/Casual/Checks/ No Alcohol Enjoy It! Catering 919 North Park Drive 425-6569 Under $10/Casual/Checks/All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol Firehouse Subs 1031 N. Green River Rd. 477-2141 Under $10/No Reservations/All Major Credit Cards Flying Saucer Café (Inside the Airport) 7801 Bussing Dr. 423-1113 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar

Fresh Harvest Deli 1 Main St. 421-0407 Under $10/Casual/MC/VISA The Granola Jar 1033 Mt. Pleasant Rd. 437-1899 Under $10/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards The Great American Bagel 3901 Morgan Ave. 476-7212 Under $10/Casual/MC/VISA Great Harvest Bread Co. 423 Metro Dr. 476-4999 Under $10/ No Reservations/ Checks and All Major Credit Cards/ No Alcohol

HoneyBaked Ham (East) 1449 N. Green River Rd. 471-2940 Honey Baked Ham Express

(Downtown) 101 N.W. 1st St. Under $10/ No Reservations/ Checks and All Major Credit Cards/ No Alcohol HoneyBaked hams, turkeys, and roasts have been gracing holiday dinner tables and buﬀets for more than 50 years. And with their open and serve simplicity, it’s no wonder HoneyBaked tops so many hosting to-do lists. And that it would be so easy? Serve their Boneless Ham, or a Beef Roast or even BBQ Ribs, then make it a meal by adding delectable heat & serve sides and delicious gourmet desserts. Inlumi Café & Bakery 4833 Hwy. 261, Newburgh, IN 490-9205 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/All Major Credit Cards Jason’s Deli 934 N. Green River Rd. Under $10/Casual/All Major CC

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Jeanne’s Gelato 2003 Lincoln Ave. 479-8272 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards Relax at Jeanne’s Gelato as you smell the fresh baked waﬄe cones, and indulge yourself with our award winning delicious gelato. And satisfy your hunger with their famous Paninis and a selection from their soup and salad menu. Complete your visit by enjoying Italian coﬀees, Italian sodas, Gelazzies (shakes and smoothies), and more. Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches 701 N. Burkhardt Rd. Ste. C 401-5400 (Newburgh) 8680 Highpoint Dr. 491-7111 Under $10/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards

Just Rennies Catering & Cookies 102 S.E. 4th St. 490-8098 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards Chef Doug & Marla Rennie open their doors to their comfortable, Tuscany-inspired bistro to Downtown diners daily. Classic beef or vegetarian lasagna, chicken and asparagus crepes and pecan-crusted pork tenderloin are among just a few of the lunch highlights. Lastly, be sure not to leave before you’ve had one of the almostfamous Just Rennie’s cookies. Maxine’s Cafe & Bakery 1322 N. Green River Rd. 473-3663 Under $10/Casual/Checks/ No Alcohol/All Major Credit Cards/ Online ordering available –www. maxinescafebakery.com What’s Cookin’! 2013-2014

Panera Bread 220 Burkhardt Rd. 476-7477 Under $10/Casual/Checks/ All Major Credit Cards Penn Station East Coast Subs (East) 137 N. Burkhardt Rd. 479-PENN (7366) (North) 4827 David Lant 402-PENN (West) 5310 Pearl Dr. 434-PENN (Henderson) 1111 Barrett Rd. 270-826-7361 Under $10/Casual/No Alcohol/ All Major Credit Cards Penny Lane Coﬀeehouse 600 S.E. 2nd St. 421-8741 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/All Major Credit Cards Penny Lane is a downtown favorite. The atmosphere is relaxed with a cool vibe that attracts an artistic crowd as well as coﬀee lovers of all ages. Plus, the menu includes a great selection of vegetarian and non-vegetarian sandwiches and specialty drinks.

Piece of Cake 210 Main St. 424-2253 Under $5/Casual/No Alcohol/ No Reservations/Checks/DSCVR/ VISA/MC This award winning bakery just keeps growing. The menu features an assortment of cakes, cookies, candy and pies – all made from family recipes both new and old. 15 years on, Piece of Cake continues to satisfy the Tri-State’s sweet tooth. Planter’s Coﬀee House 130 N. Main St., Henderson, KY 270-830-0927 Under $5/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards

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Riverview Coﬀee Company 421 N.W. Riverside (Tropicana Evansville pavilion level 2) 433-4280 Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/All Major Credit Cards This full-service coffee shop features Starbucks Coffee, cappuccinos and lattes, plus a variety of hot and cold beverages and frozen drinks. The food menu features assorted pastries, muffins, cookies, brownies, donuts, freshly-made chicken salad sandwiches and more. Roly Poly Sandwiches 5702 E. Virginia St. 962-2326 Under $10/Casual/No Alcohol/ VISA/MC Salad World Healthy Café (East) 3311 N. Green River Rd. 471-5083 (West) 4951 W. Lloyd Expressway 467-7486 (North) 601 E. Boonville New Harmony Hwy. 867-2741 (Downtown) 200 Main St. 422-0898 (Newburgh) 4222 Bell Rd. 490-6070 Under $10/ No Reservations/ Checks, MC, Visa/ No Alcohol

The Sandwich Shop 230 2nd St. (Citi Center Building), Henderson, KY 270-830-9224 Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/All Major Credit Cards Schlotzsky’s 301 N. Green River Rd. 471-4011 Under $10/Casual/VISA/MC

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Smiling Moose Deli 724 N. Burkhardt Rd. 477-3354 (Deli) Under $10/Casual/No Alcohol/ VISA/MC

You won’t find any fresher bread or more delicious sandwiches in town. No need for a menu, every day there is something new on offer. Check out the specialty cheeses and meats and amazing Stromboli. For dessert, Vecchio’s has incredible cookies, scones and brownies.

Buﬀalo Wild Wings (BW3) (East) 713 N. Green River Rd. 471-9464 (West) 5404 Pearl Dr. 471-9464 Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/Full Service Bar/ All Major Credit Cards

Spudz –N– Stuff (East) 812 S. Green River Rd. 401-7783 (West) 5225 Pearl Dr. 402-8287 (Downtown) 101 N.W. 1st St. 402-7555 (Henderson) 192 Garden Mile Rd. Under $10/Casual/No Alcohol/ No Reservations/All Major Credit Cards/Online ordering available – www.spudznstuff.com powered by Click4AMeal A small joint with a big taste. Spudz-N-Stuff offers a comfortable atmosphere and some of the best-dressed spuds on the planet. All different styles are present in these potatoes from buffalo chicken to taco to garden salad-style tubers. Spudz-N-Stuff also offers tasty pitas and salads topped with anything from chicken to bar-b-que pork. You won’t find any other spuds like these!

Zoup Fresh Soup Company (East) 6240 E. Virginia St. 477-2664 (North) 4660 N. First Ave. 423-1800 Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol

Burger Bank 1617 S. Weinbach Ave. 475-2265 Under $10/Casual

Sweet Betty’s Bakery 5600 E. Virginia St. Suite E 402-3889 Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards Twilight Bistro 221 Main St. 421-0606 Under $10/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards

Vecchio’s Italian Market & Delicatessen 14 W. Jennings St. Newburgh, IN 490-7879 Under $10/Casual/Beer & Wine/ Checks Accepted/VISA/MC/ DSCVR

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The Acropolis - Fine Greek Cuisine & Spirits 501 N. Green River Rd. 475-9320 $10-15/Reservations Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards/ Online ordering available www.acropolisevv.com powered by Click4AMeal From their popular Greek Night themed events to casual mid-week evenings, the best in Greek cuisine is always served up at The Acropolis. Doros, the owner/ operator, is originally from Cyprus, the Mediterranean island off the Greek coast, and it is from that background that he has designed the menu and flavor of Acropolis. For something you don’t normally find in these parts, try the lamb shanks or stuffed Greek chicken. Bob Evans Restaurant (East) 1125 N. Green River Rd. 473-9022 (West) 5201 Pearl Dr. 812-425-5100 Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/No Alcohol/VISA/MC

Carousel Restaurant 5115 Monroe Ave. 479-6388 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/All Major Credit Cards The Carousel Family Restaurant is serving up a carousel of good, valued priced, family food every day. Located on Evansville’s East side, the Carousel is located just behind ARC Lanes. Oﬀering up homestyle breakfasts, lunches and dinners, there is something for everyone in the family on this diverse menu. Bring the family or a few friends. You may even see a card game in progress! Cleavers Restaurant 5501 E. Indiana St. 473-0001 Under $10/Casual/No Alcohol/ No Checks/VISA/MC Cracker Barrel 8215 Eagle Lake Dr. 479-8788 Under $10/Casual/ No Reservations/Checks Accepted/Credit Cards Cross-Eyed Cricket 2101 Pennsylvania St. 422-6464 Under $10/Casual/ No Reservations/ Checks Accepted/Online ordering available – www. crosseyedcricketrestaurant.com powered by Click4AMeal What’s Cookin’! 2013-2014

Culver’s Frozen Custard Butter Burgers 1734 Hirschland Rd. 437-3333 Under $10/Casual/All Major CC Denny’s Classic Diner (West) 5212 Weston Rd. 424-4472 (Newburgh) 19501 Elpers Rd. 812-867-7156 Under $10/Casual/Formal/ Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards Denny’s Restaurant (North) 4301 Hwy. 41 N. 423-9459 (East) 351 N. Green River Rd. 473-1063 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ No Alcohol/All Major CC Ellis Park-Clubhouse Hwy. 41 North, Henderson, KY 800-333-8110 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards

Golden Corral (East) 130 Cross Point Blvd. 473-1095 (Henderson) 1770 S. Green St. 270-869-9310 Under $10/Casual/ No Reservations/Checks/ No Alcohol/All Major Credit Cards The Hilltop Inn 1100 Harmony Way 422-1757 Under $10/Casual/ No Reservations/Cash/Check/ All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar Hornville Tavern 2607 W. Baseline Rd. 812-963-0967 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ No Credit Cards/Checks Accepted IHOP 601 N. Burkhardt Rd. 471-0510 Under $10, Casual/ No Reservations/No Alcohol Served/All Major Credit Cards

5 Guys Burgers & Fries 5402 E. Indiana St. 401-1773 Under $10/All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol

KT’s Fire Grill 7247 Main St., Wadesville, IN 812-673-4996 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/VISA/MC

Franklin Lanes 1801 W. Franklin St. 423-5355 Under $10/Casual/ Checks Accepted/Full Bar

Koodie-Hoo’s 231 W. 2nd St., Mt. Vernon, IN 812-838-5202 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards

Frontier Restaurant & Bar 12945 Hwy. 57 812-867-6786 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/VISA/MC

Libby & Mom’s Café 2 Richardt Ave. 437-3040 Under $10/Checks Accepted/ VISA/MC/DSCVR

Get and Go! Get and Go Casseroles 6840 Logan Dr. 475-8830 Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards Featuring made-from-scratch casseroles ready for pick-up, Get and Go caters to those who love a delicious home-cooked meal but don’t have time to cook. What’s Cookin’! 2013-2014

Log Inn Log Inn 12491 S. 200 E., Warrenton, IN 812-867-3216 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ Full Bar Built in 1825, the Log Inn is the definition of a local tradition, officially recognized as the oldest restaurant in Indiana. If you need further proof, consider that www.EvansvilleDining.com • 41 •

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Abraham Lincoln once dined there. The family style food is beloved – from the fried chicken to the ham and side dishes including mash potatoes, corn and green beans. Merry-Go-Round Restaurant 2101 Old Business 41 4236388 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks Accepted

O’Charley’s (East) 7301 E. Indiana St. 479-6632 (West) 5125 Pearl Dr. 424-3348 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards The Old Mill 503 New Harmony Rd. 812-963-6000 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards The Pie Pan 905 North Park Dr. 425-2261 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ No Alcohol Pop’s Grill 516 S. Main St., New Harmony, IN 812-682-3880 $10-$15/Casual/Checks Accepted/VISA/MC

Raﬀerty’s 1400 N. Green River Rd. 471-0024 Under $10/Casual/ No Reservations/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards From great salads to burgers, chicken, seafood and steaks, Raﬀerty’s can do it all. The secret is in the made from scratch • 42 • www.EvansvilleDining.com

Red Wagon Hwy. 165 & I-64, Poseyville, IN 812-874-2210 $10-$15/Reservations Accepted/ Checks, MS, Visa, Discover/ Full Bar Rockhouse at Wolf’s 31 N. Green St., Henderson, KY 270-212-1151 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Rose Hill Café 838 State St., Newburgh, IN 812-853-8443 Under $10/Casual/Checks/ Reservations Accepted/All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol

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Smitty’s Italian Steakhouse 2109 W. Franklin St. 423-6280 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/Checks, All Major Credit Cards Once a favorite tavern, Smitty’s has transformed into Evansville’s only west-side Italian dining experience. It boasts fresh, cooked to order steaks, pastas, and more. With a quaint dining room and a cozy patio, Smitty’s is ideal from a family outing or an unforgettable date night. St. Joe Inn 9515 St. Wendel Rd. 812-963-9310 $10-$15/Casual/ Reservations Recommended/ Checks Accepted/Full Bar

Stoll’s Country Inn 19820 Castle Creek Dr. 812-867-7330 Under $10/Check MC/Visa/ Reservations Accepted/ No Alcohol/Buffet-style menu Stoll’s Country Inn’s Amish and Mennonite home-style cuisine features a large buﬀet.

Zesto’s 102 W. Franklin St. 424-1416 Under $10/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards

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The Jungle Restaurant 415 Main St. 425-5282 Over $25/Reservations Only/ Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards/Full Specialty Bar

Boneﬁsh Grill 6401 E. Lloyd Expwy. 401-3474 $15-$25/Credit Cards/ Checks Accepted/Full Bar

Madeleine’s Restaurant 423 S.E. 2nd St. 491-8611 $15-$25/Reservations Recommended/Checks/ All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar

Cavanaugh’s Tropicana Evansville (Pavilion Level 2) 421 N.W. Riverside Dr. 433-4333 $20-$30/Reservations Recommended/No Checks Accepted/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards 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. Limited to individuals 18 years of age or older. The casual upscale atmosphere of the Piano Bar at Cavanaugh’s is the ideal place to meet friends - or clients. Enjoy signature martinis, delicious appetizers or indulge in the full dinner menu of Cavanaugh’s.

Red Geranium 504 N. St., New Harmony, IN 812-682-4431 $15-$25/Reservations Recommended/Full Bar/ Credit Cards Established in 1964, the Red Geranium Restaurant is one of the region’s most charming and romantic restaurants. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, the Red Geranium Restaurant offers seasonal American cuisine and Midwest favorites. The restaurant also offers an extensive international wine list, and diners may enjoy three distinctively different dining rooms.

Cork ‘N Cleaver 650 S. Hebron Ave. 479-6974 $10-$25/Causual/Reservations Recommended/ All Major Credit Cards

The Edgewater Grille 1 E. Water St., Newburgh, IN 812-858-2443 $10-$15/Reservations Accepted/ Checks Accepted/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Panoramic views of the Ohio River set the scene for diners.

FROZEN TREATS Coldstone Creamery 6401 E. Lloyd Expy. 437-2653 5435 Pearl Dr. 461-0100 Under $10/Casual/No Alcohol/ All Major Credit Cards

Jeanne’s Gelato 2003 Lincoln Ave. 479-8272 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards Satisfy your hunger with their famous Paninis and a selection from their soup and salad menu. Complete your visit by enjoying Italian coﬀees, Italian sodas, Gelazzies (shakes and smoothies), and more. What’s Cookin’! 2013-2014

Orange Leaf 701 N. Burkhardt Rd. 401-5215 Under $10/ No Reservations/ All Major Credit Cards/ No Alcohol Sweet CeCe’s 490-1660 (North) 12414 US 41 867-6228 (East) 4827 Davis Lant 477-5276 (West) 5625 Pearl Dr. 401-5232 Under $10/ No Reservations/ All Major Credit Cards/ No Alcohol

GERMAN Gerst Bavarian Haus 2100 W. Franklin St. 424-1420 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Experience the best in German food in an authentic beer hall atmosphere. Signature dishes include fresh wiener schnitzel, bratwurst and corned beef and cabbage. The Gerst Haus features giant frozen fishbowls of Gerst Amber beer as well as 26 draughts and a large selection of imported beers.

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The Acropolis Fine Greek Cuisine and Spirits 501 N. Green River Rd. 475-9320 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/No Checks/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards/ Online ordering available – www.acropolisevv.com powered by Click4AMeal From their popular Greek Night themed events to casual mid-week evenings, the best in Greek cuisine is always served up at The Acropolis.

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INDIAN Taj Mahal Indian Cuisine 900 Tutor Ln. 476-5000 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/All Major Credit Cards

IRISH

Ri Ra Irish Pub 701 N.W. Riverside Dr. 426-0000 $10-$25/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major CC Fun, food and music are always on tap at this neighborhood Irish pub located in the District at Tropicana. Enjoy Irish potato cakes or chicken wings bathed in a rich Guinnessbased barbecue sauce. Live music plays throughout the week and the patio that overlooks the Ohio.

ITALIAN/ MEDITERRANEAN Angelo’s 305 Main St. 428-6666 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards

Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano 16401 E. Lloyd Expwy. 421-0800 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/VISA/MC With seductive décor and a beautiful menu filled with imported pastas, beef, chicken pork and seafood entrees, Biaggi’s is truly beyond the ordinary. It’s the perfect location for a group celebration, a night out with the family or an intimate dinner for two. Biaggi’s is a casual setting that offers the finest selections of wine. www.EvansvilleDining.com • 43 •

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Café Arazu 117 W. Jennings St., Newburgh, IN 812-842-2200 $10-$15/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Beer & Wine/VISA/ MC/ DSCVR

Delizio Gourment Italian Eatery 145 N. Main St., Henderson 270-212-3566 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/All Major Credit Cards One of several new restaurants helping to revitalize downtown Henderson, Delizio oﬀers an amazing menu of classic Italian food and chef specials like eggplant parmesan and shrimp and cheese tortellini in pesto sauce. At the bar, enjoy delicious appetizers like pepperjack/blue cheese sticks and meatball sliders.

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Dilegge’s Italian 607 N. Main St. 428-3004 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards/ Online ordering available – www.dileggesrestaurant.com powered by Click4AMeal

House of Como 2700 S. Kentucky St. 422-0572 $10-$20/Casual/Checks Accepted/Cash/Full Bar House of Como is truly one of Evansville’s best kept culinary secrets. Featuring Italian, Arabic and Lebanese cuisine, steak and seafood, it remains a cornerstone of the local dining scene. Don’t let the eclectic exterior fool you. Inside you will ﬁnd not only unique dishes but some of the best traditional food around, too.

Manna Mediterranean 2913 Lincoln Ave. 473-7005 Under $10/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards Milano’s Italian Cuisine 500 Main St. 484-2222 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Recommended/All Major Credit Cards/Beer & Wine The Olive Garden Italian Restaurant 1100 N. Green River Rd. 473-2903 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/ Full Bar/Credit Cards Pita Pan 4222 Bell Road (812) 853-9555 Under $10/No Reservations No Alcohol/No Checks, VISA

Raﬃ’s Italian & Mediterranean Cuisine 1100 N. Burkhardt Rd. 479-9166 $10-$15/Dressy Casual/ Reservations//Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

JAPANESE Babel Bar & Lounge 323 Main St. Downstairs 456-1745 $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Fujiyama Japanese Steakhouse 917 North Park Dr. 812-962-4440 $10-$20/Casual/Beer & Wine/ Reservations Accepted/ Credit Cards Ginmaya Asian Diner 4827 Davis Lant 471-8100 $10-$15/ Reservations Accepted/ No Checks, All Major Credit Cards/ No Alcohol

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Iwataya Japanese Restaurant 8401 N. Kentucky Ave. 812-868-0830 $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards

Kanpai Sushi & Asian Bistro 4593 Washington Ave. 471-7076 $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards/Online ordering available – www.mykanpai.com – powered by Click4AMeal Kanpai Sushi & Asian Bistro offers a different experience with the same great sushi that’s now ranked #1 on Urbanspoon. com in the area. Kanpai’s menu includes not only a vast array of Asian favorites, but also an abundance of choices for beer lovers – nearly 30 craft brews are available as well as $15 bottles of wine. Stop in or take advantage of their online ordering service for convenient carryout.

Nagasaki Inn 5720 Virginia St. 473-1442 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards With a serene front-of-thehouse atmosphere and an entertaining hibachi grill in the back, your dining experience will be more than just eating; it’s dinner and a show! Onion volcanoes and egg balancing abound! The astute chefs will entertain you, while preparing some amazing meals and the sushi is prepared fresh to order. And, for sushi lovers, the sushi bar offers daily specials as well as a well-rounded menu.

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Okami Japanese Sushi & Hibachi 5435 Pearl Drive 424-3413 Under $10/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks and All Major Credit Cards/ No Alcohol Roppongi Japanese Steak & Sushi 7221 E. Indiana St. 437-5824 $10-$15/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks and All Major Credit Cards/ No Alcohol Tokyo Japan 3000 N. Green River Rd. 401-1020 Under $10/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards

Tokyo Teppanyaki 2222 US Highway 41 N., Henderson, KY 270-869-1968 Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/All Major Credit Cards For a taste of mouthwatering Japanese cuisine, visit Tokyo Teppanyaki. Enjoy freshly made sushi, Hibatchi dinners, fried rice and noodles and so much more. Daily lunch specials are available, and the staff is always accommodating. Zuki Japanese Grill & Sushi Lounge 1448 N. Green River Rd. 477-9854 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Beer & Wine Serviced /All Major Credit Cards

KOREAN Jaya’s 119 S.E. 4th St. 422-6667 Under $10/Casual/ Checks Accepted/Beer & Wine/ All Major Credit Cards www.EvansvilleDining.com • 45 •

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Sara’s Harmony Way 500 E. Church St., New Harmony 812-682-3611 $10-$15/Casual/No Reservations/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Sara’s is the coziest spot in New Harmony for a drink and a bite. Come in and sample some wine or specially brewed beer while enjoying assorted cheeses, sausages and savory cheese cakes. Sara’s always hits the spot for lunch – or any time.

MEXICAN Acapulco Mexican 8480 High Pointe Dr., Newburgh, IN 812-858-7777 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Reservations Accepted/MC, Visa/Online ordering available – www.fiestaacapulco.com powered by Click4AMeal

Cancun Mexican (Henderson) 341 S. Green St. 270-826-0067 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards/Online ordering available – www. cancunhenderson.com powered by Click4AMeal Choice Mexican eats in the northern part of the bluegrass state right across the river from Evansville. All the staples are here including a variety of quesadillas, burritos, fajitas and enchiladas. Chipotle Mexican Grill 491 N. Green River Rd. Under $10/Casual/All Major CC • 46 • www.EvansvilleDining.com

720 N. Sonntag Ave. 421-1986 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Recommended/All Major Credit Cards/Beer & Wine El Maguey 3250 Warrick Dr. 812-897-6666 Under $10/Casual/Reservations/ Full Bar/MC, VISA/Online ordering available – www.mymaguey.com powered by Click4AMeal El Patron 943 North Park Dr. 402-6500 $10-$15/Casual/All Major CC El Rio 1919 Green River Rd. 812-471-1400 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ Full Bar/Credit Cards Hacienda Mexican Restaurant (East) 990 S. Green River Rd. 474-1635 (North) 711 N. 1st. Ave. 423-6355 (West) 5440 Pearl Dr. 422-2055 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/VISA/ MC/AMEX Hot Head Burritos 5625 Pearl Dr., Suite A 437-5010 Under $10/ No Reservations/ Check and All Major Credit Cards/ No Alcohol Jalisco Mexican Restaurant 4044 Professional Ln. 490-2814 $5-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/ Major Credit Cards La Cabana 821 S. Green River Rd. 477-3351 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ Credit Cards/Full Bar/Online ordering available – www.lacabanaevansville.com powered by Click4AMeal

Los Bravos (East) 834 Tutor Ln. 474-9078 (North) 3534 First Ave. 424-4101 (West) 4630 W. Lloyd Expwy. 464-3136 (Boonville) 3311 Liberty Blvd Boonville, IN 812-897-3442 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/VISA/ MC/AMEX One of the area’s favorite and most authentic Mexican restaurants, Los Bravos is the place to go for fast and delicious burritos, enchiladas, quesadillas, tacos and so much more. Choose from the menu or create your own dish. They’re famous for their margaritas which go perfectly with most any appetizer but especially the chips and various cheese and salsa dips. Bravo, indeed! Los Portales 3339 N. Green River Rd. 475-0566 Under $10/ Reservations Accepted/ No Checks, All Major Credit Cards/ Full Bar Los Toribio’s 2810 U.S. 41 N., Henderson, KY 270-830-6610 1647 S. Green St. 270-831-2367 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Service Bar/VISA/ MC/AMEX Los Tres Caminos 12100 Hwy. 41 N. 868-8550 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Service Bar/VISA/ MC/AMEX Moe’s Southwest Grill 6401 E. Lloyd Expwy. 491-6637 Under $10/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards/ Beer & Wine

Qdoba Mexican Grill 922 Burkhardt Rd. 401-0800 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Taco Tierra 420 S. Green River Rd. 402-8226 Under $10/Casual/VISA/MC Tequila’s 408 Southwind Plaza, Mt. Vernon, IN 812-838-2392 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ MC/VISA

PIZZA/ SANDWICHES Archie & Clyde’s Restaurant 8309 Bell Oaks Dr., Newburgh, IN 490-7778 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/Visa, MC/ Online ordering available – www.archieandclydes.com powered by Click4AMeal

Big M’s Pizzeria 1424 N. Main St. 434-6909 $10-$15/Casual/VISA/MC Dine-in, carry-out or even delivery will get you some of the best pizza in Central Evansville. Big M offers a great selection of specialty pizzas or create your own Big M pizza. $5 lunch combos or $8 dinner combos are another great selection. Not in the mood for pizza? Try a Big M sandwich such as a Strom, Crispy Chicken Club or Big Philly. Yum! Boston’s - The Gourmet Pizza 3911 Venetian Dr. 812-853-3400 $5-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Cici’s Pizza (East) 101-B N. Green River Rd. 477-2424 Under $10/Casual/No Credit Cards What’s Cookin’! 2013-2014

Lombardi’s New York Pizza 513 Barrett Blvd., Henderson, KY 845-476-6996 Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/All Major CC

Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe 222 E. Columbia St. 425-2515 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Greeks Pizza 240 S. Green River Rd. 402-4733 Under $10/Credit Cards

Lucy Bella’s Pizzeria 2201 US Hwy 41 N. 270-212-2352 Under $10/Casual/All Major CC

Heady’s Pizza 4120 N. First Ave. 437-4343 Under $10/Casual/VISA/MC

Mama Roma’s Pizza & Wings 2008 E. Morgan Ave. 422-1212 Under $10/Casual/Checks/ All Major Credit Cards

Firedome Pizza & Wings 2046 Hwy. 41 N., Henderson, KY 270-830-7700 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Reservations Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards Firehouse Subs 1031 N. Green River Rd. 477-2141 Under $10/ No Reservations/ All Major Credit Cards/ No Alcohol Gardo’s Italian Oven 13220 Darmstadt Rd. 812-868-8071 Under $10/Casual

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Highland Pizza Shop 6669 Kratzville Rd. 402-8900 Under $10/VISA/MC Kipplee’s Stadium Inn 2350 Division St. 479-1542 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards

Mojo’s Boneyard Sports Bar & Grill 4920 Bellemeade Ave. 475-8593 $10-$15/ No Checks, All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar

Old Chicago Pasta & Pizza 6550 E. Lloyd Expwy. 401-1400 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards/ Full Bar/Online ordering available – www. evansvilleoldchicago.com powered by Click4AMeal With a “beers around the world” tour one can drink himself through the greatest parts of the planet without ever leaving Evansville. All of the pizzas, calzones and other eats are cheesy and full of hearty toppings.

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Gatti Town 316 N. Green River Rd. 473-3800 Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards

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Dave’s Sports Den Pizza & Pub 701 N. Weinbach Ave. 479-8887 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards

Mr. B’s Pizza & Wings 2611 Hwy. 41 N., Henderson, KY 270-826-1111 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks/Beer & Wine/MC

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Papa John’s Pizza (East) 303 N. Weinbach Ave. 477-7700 (East) 5436 E. Indiana St. 473-5200 (North) 4204 N. 1st Ave. 425-2345 (West) 4814 W. Lloyd Expwy. 812-423-7272 Under $10/Credit Cards

Parkway Pizza Parkway Pizza 3911 Broadway Ave. 423-3339 Under $10/Beer & Wine available/Checks/MC/VISA Parkway is a west-side favorite for non-franchise pizza. Parkway offers crunchy, thin-crust style pizza and is very reasonably priced. Parkway also serves strombolis, wings, and sandwiches. Additionally, they have daily specials. Pizza Chef 938 SR 261, Newburgh, IN 812-853-3338 (Boonville) 423 W. Main St. 812-897-1600 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ Beer & Wine/MC/VISA Pizza Depot 11845 Old Petersburgh Rd. 812-867-9131 Under $10/Checks Accepted/ Beer & Wine/All Major Credit Cards Pizza King (East) 1033 S. Weinbach Ave. 476-9441 (West) W. Franklin St. 424-7976 (Newburgh) Hwy. 66 & 261 812-853-3368 Under $10/Casual/Credit Cards/ Beer available/Online ordering available – www.pizzakingevansville.com powered by Click4AMeal • 48 • www.EvansvilleDining.com

Roca Bar - South 1618 S. Kentucky Ave. 422-7782 Roca Bar - North 12301 Hwy. 41 North 812-868-8898 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks/All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar Rounder’s Pizza (North) 510 W. Mill Rd. 424-4960 (East) 12731 N. Green River Rd. 812-867-7172 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks/Beer & Wine/ VISA/MC Sam’s Pizzeria 2011 W. Delaware 423-3160 $10-$15/Casual/No Alcohol Sandy’s Pizza 609 S. Main St., Ft. Branch, IN 812-759-3972 Under $10/Casual/Beer & Wine/ Spanky’s Una Pizza 714 N. Sonntag 402-6776 $10-$15/ No Reservations/ Checks, MC, Visa/ No Alcohol Talk of the Town Pizza 1200 Edgar St. 402-8696 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/Beer & Wine/VISA/MC Turoni’s Forget-Me-Not-Inn 4 N. Weinbach Ave. 477-7500 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major CC Turoni’s Pizzery & Brewery 408 N. Main St. 812-424-9871 (Newburgh) 8011 Bell Oaks Rd. 490-5555, Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar - In house Brewery/All Major Credit Cards

Walther’s Golf ‘n Fun 2301 N. 1st Ave. 464-4472 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards

PRIVATE DINING C.J.’s Party Place (Inside Willow Lanes) Virginia & Hwy. 41 422-6682 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Reservations Necessary for Parties/All Major Credit Cards

Edgewater Grille: La Veranda Banquet Room 5 E. Water St. (Newburgh, IN) 858-2443 Reservations Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards/ Full Bar

Just Rennie’s Catering 100 S.E. 4th St. 401-8098 $15 to $25/Banquet facilities for private parties up to 40 people/Conference Calling/WiFi Internet/AV Equipment/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards Chef Doug & Marla Rennie expand on their reputation for excellent service and delicious foods by opening their own banquet facility in downtown Evansville. The comfortable, unique setting will make your events memorable. With a wide selection of appetizers, salads, entrees, side dishes and desserts, you can customize a menu that’s just right for you and your business associates, family and friends. The Event Gallery 956 Parrett St. 467-4255 $15 - $25/Banquet facilities/ Checks Accepted/All Major CC

Kirby’s 1113-1119 Parrett St. 422-2230 $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/ Reservations Necessary/ All Major Credit Cards Old Post Office Event Center 100 NW 2nd St. 253-2102 $10-$15/ No Reservations/ Checks, All Major Credit Cards/ Full Bar Host your next social engagement in one of the most unique atmospheres that the tri-state has to offer. The Old Post Office Event Center is ideal for wedding receptions, holiday parties, and any other formal event. It offers a variety of banquet arrangements and a vastly talented culinary staff. Red Fez 6 Walnut St. 423-4285 $25 and up/Casual/Reservations Only/All Major Credit Cards Schmitt Catering & More 812-909-0566/812-774-6547 Under $10/Reservations Necessary/Checks Accepted/No Credit Cards

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Allegra Lounge 7101 Hwy. 41 N. (Inside Holiday Inn Airport) 812-867-7999 Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Bokeh Lounge 1007 Parrett St. 909-0388 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar

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backstage Bar & Grill 524 Main St. 812-424-5020 Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards In a prime downtown location, Backstage is ideal for a night on the town with friends offering live entertainment nearly everyday of the week. They also boast a full menu with an assortment of classic dishes with unique twists. From appetizers to tacos, Backstage has you covered. Chilly Willy’s Pub 3039 Claremont Ave. 423-0726 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Credit Cards

Commonwealth Kitchen & Bar 108 2nd St., Henderson, KY 270-212-2133 $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards This popular Henderson gastro pub features unique dishes such as pork belly hash, lamb meat balls, masitas de Puerco and seared scallops along with a full service bar. Come in and check out the fantastic lunch combos or stay for the evening. Corner Pocket Bar & Grill 1819 N. Fulton Ave. 428-2255 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/VISA/MC Cricket’s 518 W. Main St., Newburgh, IN 812-858-2782 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

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Darren’s Pub 713 N. Green St., Henderson, KY 812-827-2206 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/VISA/MC Dave’s Sportsden Pizza & Pub 701 N. Weinbach Ave. 479-8887 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Checks/All Major Credit Cards Doc’s 1305 Stringtown Rd. 401-1201 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/VISA/MC

K.C.’s Time Out Lounge & Grill 1121 S. Green River Rd. 437-9920 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Checks/VISA/MC/DSCVR K.C’s Time Out Lounge offers excellent pub fare with a twist. Long time favorites such as chicken tenders and onion rings are available. But, why not step out of the ordinary and try a few shrimp jammers, pork potstickers and a Greek gyro? And, if you are feeling like some live music, K.C.’s brings in great entertainment throughout the week. Kipplee’s Stadium Inn 2350 Division St. 479-1542 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ VISA/MC Lamasco Bar & Grill 1331 W. Franklin St. 437-0171 Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Lucky Joe’s Bar & Grill 3300 US Hwy. 41 N. (Inside Ellis Park) 812-435-8908 Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards www.EvansvilleDining.com • 49 •

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Lyle’s Sports Zone Pizza & Pub 1404 E. Morgan Ave. 425-7729 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/VISA/MC/Full Bar Main Gate Sports Bar 518 Main St. 484-1066 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/Checks Accepted/All Major CC

The Marigold Bar 2112 S. Weinbach Ave. 475-8780 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Cash Only

Old Chicago Pasta & Pizza 6550 E. Lloyd Expwy. 401-1400 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Reservations Accepted/All Major Credit Cards You just might feel like you are singing and dancing between Catharine Zeta-Jones and Richard Gere when you taste the pizza and beer Old Chicago has to oﬀer. With a “beers around the world” tour one can drink himself through the greatest parts of the planet without ever leaving Evansville. All of the pizzas, calzones and other eats are cheesy and full of hearty toppings. There are even chunks of garlic under the pizza’s surface. Not in the mood for pizza? Try the chicken blat wrap or the guacamole burger! Friends, beer, an outdoor patio and pizza go together oh so well! On Deck Riverside Bar & Grill 100 2nd St., Henderson, KY 270-826-2424 Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

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The Pub 1348 Division St. 423-2121 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Cards

Ri Ra Irish Pub 701 N.W. Riverside Dr. 426-0000 $10-$25/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Fun, food and music are always on tap at this neighborhood Irish pub located in the District at Casino Aztar. Easily located by its bright blue exterior, the inside is warm and quaint and the food ﬁlling and comforting. Enjoy Irish potato cakes or chicken wings bathed in a rich Guinness-based barbecue sauce. Live music plays through out the week and the patio that over looks the Ohio makes this a perfect place to catch up with friends. Roca Bar 1618 S. Kentucky Ave. 422-7782 Roca Bar - North 12301 Hwy. 41 North 812-868-8898 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks/All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar Rookie’s Sports Bar (Henderson) 117 Second St. 270-826-1106 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Credit Cards/Full Bar

Sportsman’s Billiards & Grille 2315 W. Franklin St. 422-0801 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Despite Sportsman’s reputation

as a west-side hotspot for college nightlife, they offer a variety of flavorful dishes that go way beyond your usual pub fare. Sportsman’s offers hearty food accented by fresh herbs and veggies. Tiki Time Bar & Grill 1801 Waterworks Rd. 425-1912 Under $10/ No Reservations/ Checks, MC, Visa, Discover/ Full Bar Wolf’s Tavern & Restaurant 31 N. Green St., Henderson, KY 270-212-1151 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

NW Chophouse 7799 W. State Rd. 66, Newburgh 812-853-9500 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards With fresh ﬁsh ﬂown in daily, you are guaranteed the highest quality seafood experience at NW Chophouse. Red Lobster 4605 Bellemeade Ave. 477-9227 $10-$15/Casual/ Full Bar/Credit Cards

SEAFOOD Boneﬁsh Grill 6401 E. Lloyd Expwy. 401-3474 $15-$25/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/Credit Cards/Full Bar Cheeseburger in Paradise 8301 Eagle Lake Dr. 475-1074 $10-$15/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Harbor Bay Seafood (Next to Showplace Cinemas) (East) 4706 Morgan Ave. 402-5122 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Major Credit Cards (North) 4428 N. First Ave. (In the North Park Shopping Center) 426-0133 $10-15/Casual/Full Bar/ Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards

Tin Fish 300 W. Jennings Station, Newburgh 490-7000 $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards A quiet little fish joint with a large bite of flavor! Try their fish & chips as well as their famous fish tacos. Then, check out the rest of the menu that boasts the largest oysters in the area that come fresh from the Chesapeake Bay. Morgan Close and her staff strive to make the service as friendly and impeccable as the atmosphere. So, come in, eat, drink and even take in some live music on the patio. What ever your interest is, find them – it’s worth it!

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Eclipse Tapas Bar & Restaurant 113 SE 4th St. 463-6040 Under $10/Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/Checks Accepted/VISA/MC The Tapas style of using little What’s Cookin’! 2013-2014

plates is making a big impression on Downtown Evansville! Authentic Spanish cuisine graces these little plates and diners are encouraged to mix and match diﬀerent ﬂavor combinations to get a new experience every visit. Don’t forget to try a glass of their house sangria!

STEAKHOUSES Cork ‘N Cleaver 650 S. Hebron Ave. 479-6974 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Checks Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Haub Steak House (Haubstadt) 101 E. Haub St. 812-768-6462 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Checks Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Hornet’s Nest 11845 Old Petersburg Rd. 812-867-2386 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

House of Como 2700 S. Kentucky St. 422-0572 $10-$20/Casual/Checks Accepted/Cash/Full Bar House of Como is truly one of Evansville’s best kept culinary secrets. Featuring steaks, seafood, and Lebanese, Arabic and Italian cuisine, it remains a cornerstone of the local dining scene. Don’t let the eclectic exterior fool you. Inside you’ll ﬁnd not only unique dishes but some of the best traditional food around, too.

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Logan’s Roadhouse Steakhouse (East) 1 N. Burkhardt Rd. 471-8403 (West) 5645 Pearl Dr. 421-0908 Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/Checks Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Logsdon Restaurant 1206 E. Main St. Boonville, IN 812-897-8813 Under $10/ Reservations Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards/ Full Bar Longhorn Steakhouse 320 N. Green River Rd. 473-2400 $10-$15/Casual/Call Ahead Seating/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar

NW Chophouse 7799 W. State Rd. 66, Newburgh 812-853-9500 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards If you truly enjoy a perfectly cooked steak bursting with ﬂavor, NW Chophouse should be on your short list of restaurants to try. Along with tender rib-eyes and ﬁlets, enjoy delicious chicken and seafood options and an impressive wine list. Outback Steakhouse 7201 Indiana St. 474-0005 $10-$15/Casual/No Reservations/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Sirloin Stockade 4610 Bellemeade Ave. 473-0300 Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/No Alcohol/VISA/ MC/DSCVR

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Smitty’s Italian Steakhouse 2109 W. Franklin St. 423-6280 $10-$15/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Full Bar/Checks, All Major Credit Cards Once a favorite tavern, Smitty’s has transformed into Evansville’s only west-side Italian dining experience. It boasts fresh, cooked to order steaks, pastas, and more. With a quaint dining room and a cozy patio, Smitty’s is ideal from a family outing or an unforgettable date night.

Texas Roadhouse 7900 Eagle Crest Blvd. 477-7427 $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/No Reservations/No Checks/VISA/ MC/ DSCVR It all began on February 17, 1993, when Kent Taylor opened the first Texas Roadhouse in Clarksville, Indiana. Kent’s goal was to own not just a family restaurant and not just a steak restaurant, but a place where everyone, of all ages, could come and have a great meal.

Bob’s Lounge 907 N. Fares Ave. 425-4929 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar

Fred’s Bar & Grill 421 Read St. 423-8040 Under $10/Casual/ No Reservations/ Cash Only/Full Bar

Buck’s Tavern 1015 N. Fulton Ave. 429-0055 Under $10/Casual/ Full Bar/No Checks/ All Major Credit Cards

Hornville Tavern & Catering 2607 Baseline Rd. 812-963-9318 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Checks Accepted

Cricket’s (Newburgh) 518 W. Main 858-2782 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar

The Knob Hill Tavern (Newburgh) 1016 Hwy. 662 West 812-853-9550 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/Full Bar/Credit Cards

Corner Pocket 1819 Fulton Ave. 428-BALL Under $10/Casual/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Darmstadt Inn 13130 Darmstadt Rd. 812-867-7300 Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe 222 E. Columbia St. 425-2515 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ Full Service Bar/All Major Credit Cards Accepted Diamond Lanes 2400 Hwy 41 N. 424-4677 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Major Credit Cards Doc’s Nightclub 1305 Stringtown Rd. 401-1201 Under $10/Casual/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Western Rib-Eye & Ribs 1401 N. Boeke Rd. 476-5405 $12-$18/Casual/Reservations/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards A down-home atmosphere and a perfectly cooked steak make this the beef lover’s mecca.

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Fat Boy Tavern 115 N. McCreary Ave. (Ft. Branch, IN) 812-753-9914 Under $10/ No Reservations/ Checks, All Major Credit Cards/ Full Bar

Legends (Inside River City Recreation) 1050 S. Weinbach Ave. 476-74444 Under $10/Casual/ Major Credit Cards/Full Bar The Peephole Bar & Grill 201 Main St. 423-5171 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Checks/MC/VISA, DSCVR Rick’s 718 Bar & Grill 718 3rd Ave. 423-0872 Under $10/Casual/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Sam & Jimmy’s Hobo Jungle 1323 S. Barker Ave. 491-6229 Under $10/Casual/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards 711 Tavern 711 Virginia St. 422-0904 Under $10/Cash Only/ Full Bar

Sportsman’s Billiards & Grille 2315 W. Franklin St. 422-0801 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Stockwell Inn 4001 E. Eichel Ave. 476-2384 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Cash Only/Full Bar T.J.’s Stockyard Inn 1217 Baker Ave. 402-9273 Under $10/Casual/ Full Bar/Cash Only Yellow Tavern (New Harmony) 521 Church St. 812-682-3303 Under $10/Casual/ Full Bar/Checks Accepted/Credit & Debit Not Accepted

THAI Thai Papaya Cuisine 6240 E. Virginia St. 477-8424 Under $10/ All Major Credit Cards/Online ordering available – www.thaipapayacuisine.com powered by Click4AMeal

VIETNAMESE Vietnamese Cuisine 4602 Vogel Rd. 491-1884 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/VISA/MC

St. Phillips Inn (Mt. Vernon) 11200 Upper Mt. Vernon Rd. 812-985-5558 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ What’s Cookin’! 2013-2014

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EAST 5 Guys Burgers 5402 E. Indiana St. 401-1773 The Acropolis - Fine Greek Cuisine & Spirits 501 N. Green River Rd. 475-9320 Applebee’s Bar & Grill 5100 E. Morgan Ave. 471-0929

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Bandana BBQ 6636 Logan Dr. 401-9922 Bar Louie 7000 Eagle Crest Blvd. 476-7069 Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano 16401 E. Lloyd Expwy 421-0800 Bob Evans Restaurant 1125 N. Green River Rd. 473-9022 Bonefish Grill 6401 E. Lloyd Expwy. 401-3474 Boston’s - The Gourmet Pizza 3911 Venetian Dr. 812-853-3400 Buffalo Wild Wings (BW3) 713 N. Green River Rd. 471-9464 Café 111 111 S. Green River Rd. #D 401-8111 Carousel Restaurant 5115 Monroe Ave. 479-6388 Cheddar’s Casual Café 2100 N. Green River Rd. 491-9976 Cheeseburger in Paradise 8301 Eagle Lake Dr. 475-1074 Chili’s Grill & Bar 600 N. Green River Rd. 475-1510 $10-$15/

China Super Buffet 127 N. Burkhardt Rd. 476-8788

Gatti Town 316 N. Green River Rd. 473-3800

Chopstick House Restaurant 5412 E. Indiana St. 473-5551

Get N’ Go Casserole 6840 Logan Drive 475-8830

Cici’s Pizza 101-B N. Green River Rd. 477-2424 Cleaver’s Restaurant 5501 E. Indiana St. 473-0001

Ginmaya Asian Diner 4827 Davis Lant Dr. 471-8100 Golden Buddha 3221 Taylor Ave. 473-4855

Jake’s Wayback Burgers 115 N. Cross Pointe Blvd. 475-9272

Mama Roma’s Pizza & Wings 2008 E. Morgan Ave. 422-1212

Jeanne’s Gelato 2003 Lincoln Ave. 479-8272

Mandarin Garden Chinese Restaurant 2013 N. Green River Rd. 476-7088

Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches 701 N. Burkhardt Rd. Ste. C 401-5400

Manna Mediterranean 2913 Lincoln Ave. 473-7005

Golden Corral 130 Cross Point Blvd. 473-1095

K.C.’s Time Out Lounge & Grill 1121 S. Green River Rd. 437-9920

Grand Buffet Mongolian Grill 1356 N. Green River Rd. 476-6666

Kanpai Sushi & Asian Bistro 4593 Washington Ave. 471-7076

Cracker Barrel 8215 Eagle Lake Dr. 479-8788

The Great American Bagel 3901 Morgan Ave. 476-7212

Kipplee’s Stadium Inn 2350 Division St. 479-1542

Crazy Buffet 701 N. Burkhardt Rd. 437-8833

Greek’s Pizza 240 S. Green River Rd. 402-4733

Culver’s Frozen Custard Butter Burgers 1734 Hirschland Rd. 437-3333

Hacienda Mexican Restaurant 990 S. Green River Rd. 474-1635

Legend’s (Inside River City Recreation) 1050 S. Weinbach Ave. 476-74444

Dave’s SportsDen Pizza & Pub 701 N. Weinbach Ave. 479-8887

Harbor Bay Seafood 4706 Morgan Ave. 402-5122

Lincoln Garden 2001 Lincoln Ave. 471-88881

HoneyBaked Ham 1446 N. Green River Rd. 471-2940

Logan’s Roadhouse Steakhouse 1 N. Burkhardt Rd. 471-8403

Cold Stone Creamery 6401 E. Lloyd Expressway 437-2653 Cork ‘N Cleaver 650 S. Hebron Ave. 479-6974

Denny’s Restaurant 351 N. Green River Rd. 473-1063 Donut Bank Bakery & Coffee Shop 5 N. Green River Rd. 479-0511 1950 Washington Ave. 477-2711 1200 Lincoln Ave. 402-4111 El Rio 1919 Green River Rd. 812-471-1400 Firehouse Subs 1031 N. Green River Rd. 477-2141

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Hooters 4620 Lincoln Ave. 475-0229 House of Como 2700 S. Kentucky St. 422-0572 IHOP 601 N. Burkhardt Rd. 471-0510 J. Gumbo’s 1211 Tutor Ln. 473-2951

La Cabana 821 S. Green River Rd. 477-3351

Longhorn Steakhouse 320 N. Green River Rd. 473-2400 Los Bravos 834 Tutor Ln. 474-9078 Los Portales 3339 N. Green River Rd. 475-0566 Lucky Dragon Chinese Restaurant 4313 E. Morgan Ave. 479-5006

The Marigold Bar 2112 S. Weinbach Ave. 475-8780 MAT. 888 China Bistro 5636 Vogel Rd. 475-2888 Maxine’s Cafe & Bakery 1322 N. Green River Rd. 473-3663 Moe’s Southwest Grill 6401 E. Lloyd Expwy. 491-6637 Mojo’s Boneyard Sports Bar & Grill 4920 Bellemeade Ave. 475-8593 Nagasaki Inn 5720 Virginia St. 473-1442 O’Brian’s Sports Bar & Grill 1801 N. Green River Rd. 401-4630 O’Charley’s 7301 E. Indiana St. 479-6632 Old Chicago Pasta & Pizza 6550 E. Lloyd Expwy. 401-1400 The Olive Garden Italian Restaurant 1100 N. Green River Rd. 473-2903 Outback Steakhouse 7201 Indiana St. 474-0005

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Panera Bread 220 Burkhardt Rd. 476-7477

Red Robin 6636 E. Lloyd Exp. 473-4100

Sirloin Stockade 4610 Bellemeade Ave. 473-0300

Taco Tierra 420 S. Green River Rd. 402-8226

Western Rib-Eye & Ribs 1401 N. Boeke Rd. 476-5405

Penn Station East Coast Subs 137 N. Burkhardt Rd. 479-PENN (7366)

Roly Poly Sandwiches 5702 E. Virginia St. 962-2326

Smiling Moose Deli 724 N. Burkhardt Rd. 477-3354

Taj Mahal Indian Cuisine 900 Tutor Ln. 476-5000

Wok ‘N’ Roll 311 S. Green River Rd. 474-0181

Pita Pan 1375 Washington Ave. 476-1111

Roppongi Japanese Steak & Sushi 7221 E. Indiana St. 437-5824

Spudz –N– Stuff 812 S. Green River Rd. 401-7783

Teppanyaki Grill & Supreme Buffet 201 B N. Green River Rd. 474-6660

Yen Ching Chinese Restaurant 406 S. Green River Rd. 474-0181

Pizza King 1033 S. Weinbach Ave. 476-9441

Rounder’s Pizza 12731 N. Green River Rd. 867-7172

Texas Roadhouse 7900 Eagle Crest Blvd. 477-7427

Zoup Fresh Soup Co. 6240 E. Virginia St. 477-2664

Qdoba Mexican Grill 922 Burkhardt Rd. 401-0800

Salad World 3311 N. Green River Rd. 471-5083

Thai Papaya Cuisine 6240 E. Virginia St. 477-8424

Rafferty’s 1400 N. Green River Rd. 471-0024

Schlotzsky’s Deli 301 N. Green River Rd. 471-4011

Zuki Japanese Grill & Sushi Lounge 1448 N. Green River Rd. 477-9854

Raffi’s Italian & Mediterranean Cuisine 1100 N. Burkhardt Rd. 479-9166

Show-Me’s 1700 Morgan Ctr. Dr. 401-SHOW

Red Lobster 4605 Bellemeade Ave. 477-9227

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Shyler’s Bar-B-Q 405 S. Green River Rd. 476-4599

Stockwell Inn 4001 E. Eichel Ave. 476-2384 Stoll’s Country Inn 19820 Castle Creek Dr. 812-867-7730 Sweet Betty’s Bakery 5600 E. Virginia St. Suite E 402-3889 Szechwan Chinese Restaurant 669 N. Green River Rd. 479-7600 T.G.I. Friday’s (In Eastland Mall) 800 N. Green River Rd. 491-8443

Tokyo Japan 3000 N. Green River Rd. 401-1020

DOWNTOWN

Turoni’s Forget-Me-Not-Inn 4 N. Weinbach Ave. 477-7500

Aldente 318 Main St. 492-4567

Vietnamese Cuisine 4602 Vogel Rd. 491-1884

Angelo’s 305 Main St. 428-6666

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Babel Bar & Lounge 323 Main St. (Downstairs) 204-0193

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Backstage Bar & Grill 524 Main St 424-5020 Bits N’ Bytes Deli 216 NW Fourth St. 423-5713 Blush Ultra Lounge & Tapas Bar 615 N.W. Riverside Dr. 433-4700

Bokeh Lounge 1007 Parrett St. 909-0388 Cavanaugh’s Tropicana Evansville (Pavilion Level 2) 421 N.W. Riverside Dr. 433-4333 Diamond Deli Tropicana Evansville (Pavilion level 1) 421 N.W. Riverside Dr. 4336122 Dilegge’s Italian 607 N. Main St. 428-3004 Eclipse Spanish Tapas Bar & Restaurant 113 SE 4th St. 463-6040 Emge’s Deli & Ice Cream 206-208 Main St. 422-3026/422-7030 Fresh Harvest Deli (Inside Old National Building) 1 Main St. 421-0407 HoneyBaked Ham Express 101 N.W. 1st St. 421-0407 Jaya’s 119 S.E. 4th St. 422-6667 The Jungle Restaurant 415 Main St. 425-5282

Just Rennie’s Catering 100 S.E. 4th St. 401-8098

Spudz–N–Stuff 101 N.W. 1st St. 402-7555

Kirby’s 1113-1119 Parrett St. 422-2230

Temptations Buffet Tropicana Evansville (Pavilion Level 2) 421 Riverside Dr. 433-4000

Madeleine’s Restaurant 423 S.E. 2nd St. 491-8611 Main Gate Sports Bar 518 Main St. 484-1066 Major Munch (Old Post Office Place, Downtown Evansville) 101 N.W. 1st St. 437-2363 Max & Erma’s Tropicana Evansville (Pavilion Level 1) 421 N.W. Riverside Dr. 433-4258 Milano’s Italian Cuisine 500 Main St. 484-2222 The Peephole Bar & Grill 201 Main St. 423-5171 Penny Lane Coffeehouse 600 S.E. 2nd St. 421-8741 Piece of Cake 210 Main St. 424-2253 Beertropolis 830 LST Dr. The Red Fez 6 Walnut St. 423-4285 Ri Ra Irish Pub 701 N.W. Riverside Dr. 426-0000 Riverside Cookery Tropicana Evansville (Pavilion Level 1) 421 Riverside Dr. 433-4227

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Tiki Time Bar & Grill 1801 Waterworks Rd. 425-1912 Turoni’s Pizzeria & Brewery 408 N. Main St. 812-424-9871 Twilight Bistro 221 Main St. 421-0606

CENTRAL/SOUTH Bar-B-Q Barn 1003 E. Diamond Ave. 491-9868 Big M’s Pizzeria 1424 N. Main St. 434-6909 C.J.’s Party Place (Inside Willow Lanes) Virginia & Hwy. 41 Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe 222 E. Columbia St. 425-2515 Fred’s Bar & Grill 421 Read St. 423-8040 Gator’s Hot Fish 1203 N. Main St. 402-7775 Hickory Pit Stop 1521 N. Main St. 422-6919 House of Como 2700 S. Kentucky Ave. 422-0572 The Pub 1348 Division St. 423-2121

Rick’s 718 Bar & Grill 718 3rd Ave. 423-0872 Roca Bar 1618 S. Kentucky Ave. 422-7782 Shing-Lee Chinese Restaurant 215 Main St. 464-2769 T.J.’s Stockyard Inn 1217 Baker Ave. 402-9273 Talk of the Town Pizza 1200 Edgar St. 402-8696

NEARBY

Archie & Clyde’s Restaurant 8309 Bell Oaks Dr., Newburgh, IN 490-7778

Acapulco Mexican 8480 High Pointe Dr., Newburgh, IN 812-858-7777 Beef O’Brady’s 8177 Bell Oaks Dr., Newburgh, IN 812-490-9464

Darmstadt Inn 13130 Darmstadt Rd. 812-867-7300 Darren’s Pub 713 N. Green St., Henderson, KY 270-827-2206 Delizio’s Gourmet Italian Eatery 145 N. Main St., Henderson, KY 270-212-3566 Donut Bank Bakery & Coffee Shop 3988 SR 261, Newburgh, IN 812-858-9911 The Edgewater Grille 1 E. Water St., Newburgh, IN 812-858-2443 The Knob Hill Tavern 1016 Hwy. 662 West, Newburgh, IN 812-853-9550 El Maguey 3250 Warrick Dr. 812-897-6666 Ellis Park-Clubhouse Hwy. 41 North, Henderson, KY 800-333-8110

Cancun Mexican 341 S. Green St., Henderson, KY 270-826-0067

Firedome Wood-Fired Pizza & Wings 2046 Hwy. 41 N., Henderson, KY 270-831-1977

Café Arazu 117 W. Jennings St., Newburgh, IN 812-842-2200

Frontier Restaurant & Bar 12945 Hwy. 57 812-867-6786

CKB (Commonwealth Kitchen & Bar) 108 N. Second St., Henderson, KY 270-212-2133

Gardo’s Italian Oven 13220 Darmstadt Rd. 812-868-8071

Cleo’s Bakery & Brown Bag Lunches 9 W. Jennings St., (Newburgh, IN) 812-789-6485 Cricket’s 518 W. Main St., Newburgh, IN 812-858-2782

Gemeca Inn 802 E. Locust St., Ft. Branch, IN 812-753-4441 Gene’s Restaurant & BBQ 1095 N. Green St., Henderson, KY 270-827-8576

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Golden Buddha 5066 S.R. 261, Newburgh, IN 812-853-2680 Golden Corral 1320 N. Green St. Henderson, KY 270-869-9310 Haub Steak House 101 E. Haub St. , Haubstadt, IN 812-768-6462 Hawg ‘N’ Sauce 1600 Leonard Rd., Mt. Vernon, IN 812-838-5339

Lombardi’s New York Pizza 513 Barrett Blvd., Henderson, KY 845-476-6996 Los Bravos 3311 Liberty Blvd Boonville, IN 812-897-3442 Los Toribio’s 2810 U.S. 41 N., Henderson, KY 270-830-6610 1647 S. Green St. 270-831-2367

Penn Station East Coast Subs 1111 Barrett Rd., Henderson, KY 270-826-7361 8887 High Point Dr., Newburgh, IN 812-401-4366 Pita Pan 4222 Bell Rd., Newburgh, IN 812-853-9555 Pizza Chef 938 SR 261, Newburgh, IN 812-853-3338 423 W. Main St., Boonville, IN 812-897-1600

Hornet’s Nest 11845 Old Petersburg Rd. 812-867-2386

Lucky Joe’s Bar & Grill (Inside Ellis Park) 3300 US Hwy. 41 N., Henderson, KY 812-435-8908

Inlumi Café & Bakery 4833 Hwy. 261, Newburgh, IN 812-490-9205

Lucy Bella’s Pizzeria 2201 Hwy. 41 N., Henderson, KY 270-212-2352

J & B Bar-B-Q & Catering 48 S. Holloway St., Henderson, KY 270-830-0033

Mandarin House 1111 Barrett Blvd., Suite G, Henderson, KY 270-826-3001

Jalisco Mexican Restaurant 4044 Professional Ln., Newburgh, IN 812-490-2814

Major Munch 104 N. Water St., Henderson, KY 270-212-2070

Pop’s Grill 516 S. Main St., New Harmony, IN 812-682-3880

Memphis & Main BBQ 4946 Hwy. 261, Newburgh, IN 812-858-0111

Red Geranium 504 North St., New Harmony, IN 812-682-4431

N.W. Chophouse & Wine Bar 7799 State Hwy. 66, Newburgh, IN 812-853-9500

The Red Wagon Restaurant & Bar Hwy. 165 & I-64, Poseyville, IN 812-874-2210

Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches 8680 High Point Dr., Newburgh, IN 491-7111 Koodie-Hoo’s 231 W. 2nd St., Mt. Vernon, IN 812-838-5202 KT’s Fire Grill 7427 Main St., Wadesville, IN 812-673-4996 Log Inn 12491 S. 200 E. Warrenton, IN 812-867-3216 Logsdon’s Restaurant 1206 E. Main St., Boonville, IN 812-897-8813 What’s Cookin’! 2013-2014

On Deck Riverside Bar & Grill 100 Second St., Henderson, KY 270-826-2424 The Original Mr. B’s Pizza & Wings 2611 Hwy. 41 N., Henderson, KY 270-826-9999

Pizza King Hwy. 66 & 261 , Newburgh, IN 812-853-3368 Planter’s Coffee House 130 N. Main St., Henderson, KY 270-830-0927 Pony Express Pizza 343 Third St. Henderson, KY 270-826-2770

Rockhouse at Wolf’s 31 N. Green St., Henderson, KY 270-212-1151 Rockhouse Pizza 14274 U.S. Hwy. 41, South Robards, KY 270-521-1000 Rookie’s Sports Bar 117 Second St., Henderson, KY 270-826-1106

Rose Hill Café 838 State St., Newburgh, IN 812-853-8443 Salad World 4222 Bell Rd., Newburgh, IN 812-490-6070 The Sandwich Shop 230 Second St. (CitiCenter Building), Henderson, KY 270-830-9224

Vecchio’s Italian Market & Delicatessen 14 W. Jennings St. Newburgh, IN 812-490-7879 Yellow Tavern 521 Church St. New Harmony, IN 812-682-3303

WEST SIDE

Applebee’s Bar & Grill 5727 Pearl Dr. 426-2006

Sara’s Harmony Way 500 Church St, New Harmony, IN 812-682-3611 St. Phillips Inn 11200 Upper Mt. Vernon Rd., Mt. Vernon, IN 812-985-5558 Sandy’s Pizza 609 S. Main St., Ft. Branch, IN 812-759-3972

Bob Evans Restaurant 5201 Pearl Dr. 812-425-5100 Buffalo Wild Wings (BW3) 5404 Pearl Dr. 471-9464 Buck’s Tavern 1015 N. Fulton Ave. 429-0055

Spudz–N–Stuff 192 Garden Mile Rd., Henderson, KY 270-212-1777

China Town Buffet 5435 Pearl Dr. 425-8146

Tequila’s 408 Southwind Plaza, Mt. Vernon, IN 812-838-2392

Chilly Willy’s Pub 3039 Claremont Ave. 423-0726

Thomason’s Barbecue 701 Atkinson St., Henderson, KY 270-826-0654

Cold Stone Creamery 5435 Pearl Dr. 461-0100

Tin Fish 300 W. Jennings Station, Newburgh, IN 812-490-7000 Tokyo Teppanyaki 2222 Hwy. 41 North, Henderson, KY 270-869-1968 Tumbleweed Southwest Mesquite Grill & Bar 1868 U.S. 41 North, Henderson, KY 270-869-9800 Turoni’s Pizzeria & Brewery 8011 Bell Oaks Dr. 812-490-5555 Newburgh, IN

Corner Pocket 1819 Fulton Ave. 428-BALL Cross-Eyed Cricket 2101 Pennsylvania St. 422-6464 Denny’s Classic Diner 5212 Weston Rd. 424-4472 Donut Bank Bakery & Coffee Shop 210 N. St. Joseph Ave. 426-1011 El Charro 720 N. Sonntag Ave. 421-1986

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Franklin Lanes 1801 W. Franklin St. 423-5355

Pizza King W. Franklin St. 424-7976

Bob’s Lounge 907 N. Fares Ave. 425-4929

Gerst Bavarian Haus 2100 W. Franklin St. 424-1420

Rounder’s Pizza 510 W. Mill Rd. 424-4960

Buck’s Tavern 1015 N. Fulton Ave. 429-0055

Hacienda Mexican Restaurant 5440 Pearl Dr. 422-2055

Sam’s Pizzeria 2011 W. Delaware St. 423-3160

Canton Inn Restaurant 947 North Park Dr. 428-6611

Spankey’s Una Pizza 714 N. Sonntag Ave. 402-6776

Carson’s Brewery 2406 Lynch Rd. 305-1436

Spudz–N–Stuff 5225 Pearl Dr. 402-8287

Charlie’s Mongolian BBQ 315 E. Diamond Ave. 423-9897

Show-Me’s West 5501 Pearl Dr. 402-7100

China King 590 E. Diamond Ave. 423-1896

Smitty’s Italian Steakhouse 2109 W. Franklin St. 423-6280

Daily’s Annex Bakery & Café 701 N. Main St. 484-6635

Sportsman’s Billiards & Grille 2315 W. Franklin St. 422-0801

Denny’s Restaurant 4301 Hwy. 41 N. 423-9459

The Hilltop Inn 1100 Harmony Way 422-1757

Hornville Tavern 2607 W. Baseline Rd. 963-0967 Hot Head Burritos 5625 Pearl Dr. 437-5010 Lamasco Bar & Grill 1331 W. Franklin St. 437-0171 Landmark BBQ 3901 Broadway Ave. 401-7427 Logan’s Roadhouse Steakhouse 5645 Pearl Dr. 421-0908 Los Bravos 4630 W. Lloyd Expwy. 464-3136 Marx Barbeque & Catering Service 3119 W. Maryland St. 425-1616 O’Charley’s 5125 Pearl Dr. 424-3348 The Old Mill 503 New Harmony Rd. 812-963-6000 Parkway Pizza 3911 Broadway Ave. 423-3339 Penn Station East Coast Subs 5310 Pearl Dr. 434-PENN

Fujiyama Japanese Steakhouse 917 North Park Dr. 812-962-4440

Lyle’s Sportszone Pizza & Pub 1404 E. Morgan Ave. 425-7729

Gracie’s Chinese Cuisine 12500 N. Hwy. 41 812-868-8888

Merry-Go-Round Restaurant 2101 Old Business 41 423-6388

The Granola Jar 1033 Mt. Pleasant Rd. 437-1899 Hacienda Mexican Restaurant 711 N. First Ave. 423-6355 Harbor Bay Seafood (In the North Park Shopping Center) 4428 N. First Ave. 426-0133 Heady’s Pizza 4120 N. First Ave. 437-4343 Highland Pizza Shop 6669 Kratzville Rd. 402-8900

Diamond Lanes 2400 Hwy 41 N. 424-4677

Hornville Tavern & Catering 2607 Baseline Rd. 812-963-9318

Doc’s Nightclub 1305 Stringtown Rd. 401-1201

Horstketter’s 5809 Stringtown Rd. 423-0692

Wilson’s General Store, Café & BBQ 11120 Broadway Ave. 812-985-0202

Donut Bank Bakery & Coffee Shop 2128 N. First Ave. 426-2311 1031 E. Diamond Ave. 426-0011

Iwataya Japanese Restaurant 8401 N. Kentucky Ave. 868-0830

Winzerwald Tasting Room 2021 W. Franklin St. 423-2427

El Patron Mexican Restaurant 943 North Park Dr. 402-6500

Zesto’s 102 W. Franklin St. 424-1416

Enjoy It! Catering 919 North Park Drive 425-6569

St. Joe’s Inn 9515 S. Wendel Rd. 963-9310 Tin Man Brewing Company 1430 W. Franklin St. 618-3227

NORTH SIDE

Allegra Lounge 7101 Hwy. 41 N. (Inside Holiday Inn Airport) 867-7999

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Flying Saucer Café (Inside the Airport) 7801 Bussing Dr. 423-1113

Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches 130 N St. Joseph Ave. 402-9944

The Nisbet Inn 6701 Nisbet Rd., Northern Vanderburgh County, IN 812-963-9305 Penn Station East Coast Subs 4827 David Lant Dr. 402-PENN The Pie Pan 905 North Park Dr. 425-2261 Pizza Depot 11845 Old Petersburg 867-9131 Popeye’s Chicken 3300 N. First Ave. 401-1773 Roca Bar North 12301 Hwy. 41 N. 812-868-8898 Salad World 601 E. Boonville-New Harmony Hwy. 867-2741 Steeplechase Café 4101 Hwy. 41 N. (Clarion Inn Airport) 424-6400 Stoll’s Country Inn 19820 Castle Creek Dr. 867-7730

Libby & Mom’s Café 2 Richardt Ave. 437-3040

Two Brothers 3806 N. First Ave. 423-6188

Los Bravos 3534 First Ave. 424-4101

Wolf’s Bar-B-Q 6000 First Ave. 424-8891

Los Tres Caminos 12100 Hwy. 41 N. 868-8550

Zoup Fresh Soup Co. 4660 N. First Ave. 423-1800

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