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What’s Cookin’! 2012-2013 www.EvansvilleDining.com • 1 •

What’s Cookin’! 2012-2013 • 2 • www.EvansvilleDining.com

page 4 Adam Richman

page 8 Evansville Fresh:

River City Food Co-op

page 10 Americana with

a Twist!

page 11 Manly Meals

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PUBLISHER Bashar [email protected]

CHIEF OPERATINGOFFICERBrian [email protected]

BUSINESS Sharon [email protected]

EDITORIALManager & WriterNick DurcholzEditorial InternJacqueline Greenberg

SPECIAL CONTRIBUTORSBrooklyn Solis, Ted Thompson

SALESMark HackertKeith LaCrosseKristen Scheller

Production Supervisor/Layout ArtistChristy [email protected]

GRAPHIC DESIGNERSarah Foley

Photography by Daniel Knight, Studio BAllie Boyles, Studio BHillary Barnhart, Nick Durcholz

ON THE COVER 2012:Adam RichmanCredit: Jeff Katz

Recipes page 20 2012 recipes

Guides page 32 enhanced listing

page 48 Listing By Location

Menus page 54

pg. 19xango cheese cake

from Clarion Inn

2012

page 12 Madi’s Juice Bar & Snack Cart :

Food Cart & Creative Culinary Creations

page 14 Ivy Tech Culinary Arts Program: Watez Phelps

page 16 Baking Bambino: Larry “Lorenzo” Minor

1 The Odd Couple: Beer & Dessert Pairing

T ruly a vagabond on the long, sarcastic, and not-so lonesome road of gastronomy, Adam Richman holds fast his fork and

knife, fighting off the bland and the light. A native of New York City, Richman captured the hearts and palates of the country with his first show on the Travel Channel, Man Vs. Food. He traveled the nation taking on food challenges at various restaurants boasting gut-busting portions, monolithic sandwiches, and wings so hot their sauce could remove rust. Before the challenge takes place, Adam visits other local restaurants eating signature dishes each one more savory and succulent than the last. “I think it’s the closest I’ve ever come to being a professional athlete, you know. You walk into a room and people are cheering you on and giving you high fives and you are the people’s competitor. So this kind of competing and having the whole crowd behind you, that was certainly amazing,” said Richman. Since then he has been a part of two more Travel Channel productions Man Vs. Food: Nation and Adam Richman’s Best Sandwich in America. Nation is similar to Man Vs. Food in that it focuses on food challenges, but instead of Adam in the spotlight it is a local man or woman who steps up to the plate. In the show, Adam becomes one part coach, and one part culinary cheerleader using his intoxicating enthusiasm and zany humor to excite and relieve the challenger and the crowd. “The thing that I really hold on to the most is watching the competitors being cheered on by their peers and watching them become heroes in their own hometown, watching their kids looking around the room and seeing strangers cheer on their dad was pretty great,” said Richman. In Best Sandwich in America Adam takes on the rock n’ roll lifestyle, jumping constantly from one city to the next tasting some of the best sandwiches from the amber waves of grain to the purple mountain majesties. By utilizing a bracket system, narrowing them down by region, each step brings him closer to finding his ‘soul sandwich.’ “I like the repetition of how we shot it. At first I really hated this because of the pace we were going you couldn’t really appreciate the city, but I got to be in so many cities in such a short period of time. And I loved the fact that the same food stuff could be interpreted so many very different ways,” said Richman. Adam was immersed into food culture at an early age through his family and the culinary diversity of New York City galvanized this passion by opening the door to a spectrum of different tastes.

By Nick DurcholzPhoto by Jeff Katz


Adam RichmanV e t e r a n o f G a s t r o l o g i c a l W a r f a r e :

While studying at Emory University in Atlanta, Adam began writi ng a food journal to record all of the culinary hot spots in the region. Although his chosen major was Internati onal Studies, Adam’s interest in food remained sharp and immediate. He built up quite a culinary resume working in various restaurants and positi ons from the front of the house to the back. Without any formal training, it was this raw experience that gave him his knowledge, appeal, and staying power. While beefi ng up his culinary chops and never letti ng his passion for food die down, he earned a master’s degree in Fine Arts from Yale University’s School of Drama. His performances in many theatre producti ons paired perfectly with his culinary experience to create a delectable meal of Host a la Man Vs. Food. Since his success on the Travel Channel, Adam has writt en his fi rst book America the Edible and is putti ng the fi nishing touches on his newest work ti tled Quest for the Best, which will be available in stores in Fall 2013. He is also a regular contributor on the Today Show, a board member on the Armed Services Foundati on, and a popular lecturer on the college circuit. Away from his many ventures Richman is a normal chap who cooks for his family and friends when he has the ti me. “I just grilled for 4th of July, so it was kind of fun. [My] go to dish, may be sushi. Really good sushi. I do a great spicy salmon [roll] with spicy

salmon, avocado, and tobeko, which is fl ying fi sh roe. That tends to be a crowd pleaser,” said Richman. With the amount of miles Adam has accumulated over the years there are a few places that call out to him like culinary sirens. “I love Austi n for dining, there’s a tremendous use of local products and a variety of cultures. I love Charleston, South Carolina. [It is] aff ordable, and very progressive in its food scene. I love San Francisco. I think a very educated dining populace is a much more

informed culinary industry. So I think [of] big fl avors and the usual preparati on, but because it is San Fran, it is usually quite expensive. Chicago is really blowing me away every ti me I go there. I keep having bett er and bett er food,” said Richman. The miles aren’t the only thing that had added up over the years. The amount of calories Richman has consumed would be staggering even for a full-grown Clydesdale but he does take measure to combat this.

“If I’m not running than I do hit the gym, or do something physical on a daily basis. My diet generally speaking, I try to keep it lighter. So not a lot of cheese, nothing fried, a lot of fi sh, a lot of chicken, a lot of water, a lot of natural juices and stuff , not a lot of liquor, just to give my body a rest when I’m not fi lming,” said Richman.

The thing that I really hold on to the most is watching the competi tors being cheered on by their peers and watching them become heroes in their own hometown, watching their kids looking around the room and seeing strangers cheer on their dad was prett y great,”— Adam Richman.


Adam Richman

Everyday, Adam Richman continues to fight the good fight; he exposes and showcases the goodness of all of the epic and savory foods our country has to offer. He chuckles warmly and makes an eccentric joke, charming the bread off of any sandwich and the socks off of any person he meets.

Adam Richman’s Red Stag Creations with Cocktail PairingsRed Stag by Jim Beam® has teamed up with celebrity chef and Travel Channel® television host, Adam Richman, to bring the unexpected combination of bourbon and food to fans 21 or older all across America through the Track the Red Stag Food Truck Tour this summer. Adam worked with Jim Beam to create a unique and unexpected menu for the Track the Red Stag Food Truck Tour.


Menu: Kentucky Bluegrass Honey Tea Sliders With an unexpected twist on a Louisville classic, this slider features white-meat turkey infused and basted with Red Stag Honey Tea butter and candied bacon soaked for a day in Red Stag Honey Tea. Topped with a decadent Mornay sauce and served between two slices of Texas toast, this sandwich makes for a hearty and delicious mouthful.

Cocktail: Kentucky Summer TeaBringing summer flavors to life, this Red Stag Honey Tea cocktail pours fruit into a mix of classic lemon and cranberry juices, garnished with a lemon wedge.

Crouching Red Stag Hidden Cherry Featuring slow-cooked duck with a Red Stag Black Cherry Chinese five-spice glaze, this Asian pancake is complemented by the fresh taste of scallions and cucumbers and pulled together with sweet hoisin sauce.

Hidden CherryGarnished with a half-moon orange wheel, this cocktail highlights Red Stag Black Cherry flavors by incorporating notes of ginger, lemon and orange.

Red Stag Goes on a Hot Date Stuffed with sharp blue cheese, these dates marinated in Red Stag Spiced and wrapped in Prosciutto before being fried crispy are an unexpected

combination of delicious flavors. Bring plenty of toothpicks because these will go fast!

Spiced StagClassic cocktail ingredients, like apple and lemon juice, paired with new Red Stag Spiced are complemented by two unexpected guests: a dash of Balsamic Vinegar and a lemon twist.

Sweet Honey in the (Red) StagTwice baked potatoes get a new twist with the combination of whipped sweet potato, Ricotta cheese and Red Stag Honey Tea butter topped with candied bacon, chives and Fontina Cheese. This rich side dish is bound to add an unexpected flare to any meal!

Sweet HoneyLemon, orange and cinnamon flavors come together with Red Stag Honey Tea giving this cocktail a sweet and fresh finish. Garnish with a lemon wedge and you have the ideal summer refreshment.

Puddin’ on the Red StagEnd every meal on a sweet note with a twist on grandma’s bread pudding. Infused with Red Stag Spiced, this flavorful bread pudding is complemented with a cool Red Stag Spiced bourbon-based cream sauce.

Stag BiteReminiscent of the holidays, this cream, coffee and Red Stag Spiced cocktail combines classic holiday flavors with cinnamon dashed over the top.

Reader Submitted Challeneges: 1. Brain sandwiches at the Hilltop2. Pig’s feet at Gerst Haus3. Extra hot Pizza King stroms

Adam’s Response: 1. “Oh I hate brains, I can’t stand them. I can’t do it.”2. “Yeah…again that’s not my thing.”3. “Ah. I’ve done a very big stromboli with spicy sauce in Montana, a stromboli challenge. But the super spicy anything can be very dangerous. I still love spice but I watch some of these challenges on reruns and I’m baffled because I remember how hot they were and I’m like what!”


I n a capitalisti c society that currently places convenience on the top of the economic pillar, Evansville’s River City Food Co-op is a lighthouse in a dense fog of detachment.

The River City Food Co-op is a fairly rare and very benefi cial breed of business. “[We] are the only food cooperati ve around here, there are several other natural food grocery stores and diff erent places that off er some organics but the closest food co-op [to Evansville] is in Paoli, Indiana,” said Jessica Jones, the General Manager of the co-op. There are three main points that make this quaint establishment mighti er in an existenti al way, than the enti rety of the Walton estate. The co-op is member-owned, so as opposed to the rigidity of big business, members of the co-op have an ability to voice their opinions and thoughts on the administrati on of the co-op. The meekest member’s voice is heard and membership is completely open to the public.

Secondly, the co-op operates with social ethics in place. Their produce, meats and even miscellaneous items are chemical free. Products from abroad are obtained by fair trade and by purchasing in bulk to co-op cuts down on the waste of product and containers. Lastly, the co-op partners with and supports businesses and producers to off er the consumer the most fresh and local products, in turn contributi ng directly to the well-being of the local economy. All the righteousness aside, the River City Food Co-op off ers products for its customers that give them all the ingredients they need to provide an ideal culinary experience for their families and friends. Although it is largely a matt er of opinion, meals comprised of ingredients that are fresh and local are the lifeblood of some of the most successful, unique,

River City Food CO•OPBy Nick Durcholz

Photos by Nick Durcholz


and knowledgeable chefs the world over. “When you look at a plate of produce that you just picked from your garden and prepare it with the herbs and spices and meat that you got down the street you are not only taking pride in what you are putti ng in your body, you are taking pride in your community, you are taking pride in craft smanship to create those dishes,” said Jones. This mentality may seem a bit grandiose when applied to a simple family meal but the concept remains the same no matt er how complex or how simple a meal is. Whether you are cooking a classy meal to impress prominent dinner guests or to simply provide nourishment for your family local, fresh ingredients will achieve their purpose. “It’s really grounding and centering to grow something myself and then prepare it for my family, or to have a relati onship with a farmer and know that while I’m feeding myself and nourishing my body, I’m also nourishing their families’ bodies by supporti ng their livelihood,” said Jones.

The co-op boasts a cornucopia of local and fresh products. They off er a variety of secondary ingredients such as grains, beans, nuts and nut butt ers, dried fruit, herbs and spices, coff ees and teas, pastas, ethnic foods, wheat and gluten free products, and naturally-sweetened juices. Their stock of primary ingredients includes fruits, vegetables, locally-raised beef and poultry, meat alternati ves, local eggs, and dairy products. Next ti me its ti me to go on a grocery run, don’t solely think about the distance and the ti me it will take you to get there. Consider travelling a bit further to access fresh, local foodstuff s at River City Food Co-op for the makings of supremely sati sfying meals.


Acropolis: Mediterranean American Food & SpiritsGyro Stromboli • Photo By Daniel Knight, Studio B

This is a dish your Uncle Vinny would be proud of. While the Stromboli has more of an Italian bloodline, it has been popular in America for years. It is a Stromboli with a Greek soul. Put those two together and it is one big Greco-Italian-American party in your mouth.

KC’s Timeout LoungeBlack & Tan Onion Rings

Photo By Nick DurcholzFried foods are an evil eatable at times and a consecrated comestible at others. Either

way, fresh onion rings are undeniably American. From bars to fairs they are an iconic fried treat. KC’s Timeout twists this favorite by adding sweet stripes of flavor and a

honey Dijon mustard offering a perfect balance of savory and sweet.

Spudz N’ StuffBBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Spud

Photo Provided By Spudz N StuffThis dish is packed with so much Americana it would make Captain America blush. It may as well be

wrapped in an American flag. Barbeque and cheeseburgers are two American culinary icons that truly put down roots and grew up in the U.S. Substitute the French fries for a baked potato and you

are left with one of the most savory meals you have ever had.

Red GeraniumRed Geranium Sliders • Photo By Daniel Knight, Studio B

Food that is tiny or bite-size is not particularly American in the classic sense, but mini-burgers are popping up on menus all over the country. Usually, their size is a deceptive tactic to hide the intense flavor these little guys bring to the table. Red Geranium’s sliders pack a flavor punch that is classy and intense. These sliders are dressed to kill with smoked Gouda cheese, panko breadcrumbs, and balsamic grilled onions.

Old ChicagoThai Pie Pizza • Photo By Old Chicago

While pizza in its most traditional sense traces its roots to Naples, Italy, it looms large as a culinary staple here in the U.S. The proof is everywhere, multiple pizza delivery shops in every city and town, locally and nationally owned and operated. This makes the Thai Pie pizza from Old Chicago a shoe in. An American favorite twisted with exotic ingredients from the Far East. It is Americana with spice.

Backstage Bar & GrillBackstage BLTA

Photo By Hillary BarnhartThe BLT is a slice of good old-fashioned Americana. It is simple but it brings four flavors together

that work together in absolute harmony. These flavors are traditionally, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise. With such a simple and tasty sandwich, a multitude of variations exist but Backstage

Bar and Grill chose to twist it up with a so called ‘super food;’ the avocado. It lends a zesty flavor to this American classic you are sure to love.

By Nick Durcholz

Americana With A Twist!


Texas RoadhouseRoadkill

•Photo Provided By Texas RoadhouseThis meal brings up the early days of human existence. It is about hunters living off the

land and eating meat in some of the most crude and basic ways possible. The good thing is that with this dish you won’t have to worry about contracting a food-borne illness. Roadkill is a 10 oz. chopped steak smothered with sautéed onions, sautéed

mushrooms and jack cheese.

Smitty’s Italian Steakhouse20 oz. Porterhouse Steak

•Photo By Hillary BarnhartThe sheer size of this juicy steak is enough to make some weak in the knees.

Conquering this monstrous dish would be comparable to climbing to the summit of Mt. Everest and living to tell the tale. Despite the bitter cold and lack of

oxygen, it truly is a culinary mountain to climb. This quality steak is cooked to your specifications and boasts incredible flavor and texture.

Logsdon RestaurantSweet Bourbon Pecan Chicken• Photo By Daniel Knight, Studio BImagine a dust-covered, bearded or mustachioed, weathered stranger sauntering into an early 20th century, western saloon. He props himself on the bar and says in a gruff voice to the bartender “Whiskey.” It is a classic picture of masculinity and Logsdon’s sweet bourbon pecan chicken pulls from this image in a more refined manner. It is a juicy chicken breast, sautéed in rich, creamy, brown sugar bourbon sauce topped with pecans.

Ri Ra’s Irish PubCottage Pie • Photo Provided By Rira’sThis is a simple and hearty dish that is like an Irish chicken pot pie on steroids. This meal is sure to beat the crap out of the manliest hunger. It is ground beef, carrots, peas, onions, corn, fresh herbs, and rich beef gravy in a mashed potato crust.

Just Rennie’sHand-cut Black Angus Beef Tenderloin with Burgundy Sauce• Photo By Daniel Knight, Studio BThis is a meal Ron Burgundy himself would eat and then shamelessly brag about eating. It is a large, top-quality cut of beef smothered with a savory sauce inspired by French wine country. This is a meal for a man with refined taste. The phrase ‘Black Angus’ has an uncanny manliness about it, like if 50 cent and Blackbeard had a shared male descendant.

Edgewater GrilleDeluxe Wood-Fired Brick Oven Pizza

•Photo By Nick DurcholzIf pizza could take on the persona of a Roman Gladiator, this pizza would be Spartacus. It boasts a heap of toppings: pepperoni, sausage, beef, green peppers, fresh tomatoes,

onions, mushrooms, delicious pizza sauce, and mozzarella cheese. It is cooked in a large, wood-fired, brick oven that gets the testosterone flowing.

Manly MealsBy Nick Durcholz



Madison Spond is a jovial woman of Norwegian ancestry with a smile as vibrant and entrancing as the Summer Solstice, a woman whose creative thinking blends with

her egalitarian entrepreneurial spirit to bring a fresh take on food and beverage vending to the tri-state area. “I’ve been working in the food industry for almost 14 years and I’ve had this entrepreneurial spirit since I was in elementary school. I used to bake and sell brownies or cookies at school to make money for things I wanted that my parents couldn’t afford,” said Spond. Aside from her enthusiasm and charm, Spond is on the brink of an important culinary movement, she stands as the one person in Evansville that flirts with the line and has been successful in doing so. The ‘line’ is a local, creative, and mobile approach to food and beverage vending that is sweeping the country. Food trucks, stands, stalls and, carts are becoming a more popular trend in cities all over the U.S. While Spond is not specifically striving for this ideal, her success could very well light the fuse to the powder keg that will blow the tri-state area wide open to these types of vendors. “On the upside of being very rare, it makes people excited and surprised. [People say] ‘We want things like this here!’ I’ve even had people give me money without buying anything because they were so excited about how happy and friendly I was,” said Spond. These trucks, stands, stalls and carts typically set up shop in high traffic areas of a city, outside big businesses at lunch hour, or even at sporting events. Some of the vendors boast full kitchens

By Nick DurcholzPhotos Provided By Madi’s Juice Bar

Madi’s Juice Bar Food Cart & Creative Culinary Creations


and full menus with an array of savory, creative meals to eat on the go. Others take a more simple approach, they may utilize nothing bigger than a traditional hot dog cart (like Spond) to vend their own twist of classic to-go food or other type of culinary creation unique to their cooking background or style. “I like to make people really happy, I like to give them something they’ve never experienced…I want to make people excited,” said Spond. In addition, a large majority of these vendors use fresh, local ingredients to construct their dishes. Spond is no different. She regularly uses produce, herbs, and spices from local gardeners to support the local economy and has the freshest ingredients to work with.

Spond is officially permitted to vend but her culinary involvement goes beyond the mobile vending scene. She has her hands in multiple projects from operating the food and beverage stand, to catering events, baking, and has eventual plans to have another cart equipped to make and sell her signature crepes out of. Her signature crepes include “The Norseman” with sausage, cream cheese, and chives, “Hearts & Smarts” with berries, oats, and walnuts, and “The Snowy Maple” with classic maple sugar and a tree-shaped dusting of powdered sugar. Her cart boasts small offerings such as the pepperoni pepper jack half-sandwich, the curry chicken or mini spring chicken salad, and homemade potato and pasta salad. Other mentionables are “The Birdy,” a hearty cookie packed with nuts, oats, and seeds, as well as “The Bunny,” a variety of garden vegetables and dressing. Her menu of drinks is even more unique and can be customized by Spond herself at the request of the customer.

You can find Madison on Fridays at 2nd & Sycamore until Sept. 28th, Saturdays in the Edgewater Grill parking lot in Newburgh until Oct. 13th, Thursdays at St. Mary’s Famer’s Market from July 13th – Sept. 13th, and Top Spot Outdoor’s Customer Appreciation Day on Oct. 13th.

Program chair Watez Phelps shares his experiences in the culinary and hospitality industries, including the many goals and opportunities present within the program at Ivy Tech. Phelps first entered the culinary world at age 16 as the lead busser at the French Lick Resort, seating between 800 to 1,200 people. Soon after, Phelps joined the military and served as a chef from 1975 to 1978. “I had this great regional American experience and training process in that I was able to engage with these older gentlemen who were retired military and civil service workers. I have never seen it duplicated very often in terms of an individual being exposed to that type of talent so early on in their career,” said Phelps. Watez believes it was this enlightening experience that made him a well rounded professional for the rest of his career. His position of leadership in the military ultimately gave him the supervisory skills that he feels are fundamental to possess as an educator. Phelps became most inspired to turn his history in hospitality into a teaching career while watching his instructors at the Culinary Institute of America and developing an appreciation for ‘formal instruction.’ Today, Watez strives to maintain professionalism in his classrooms with a combination of demonstration-based and hands-on teaching styles. He also stresses the importance of the research process, explaining, “It can influence the intuitive learning process whereby they’ve read something and are then able to emulate those concepts.” Phelps believes the education process truly comes together when studies and practice are combined, even in a tactile kitchen environment.

Watez feels that Evansville is at a crossroads. Like many, he believes the city needs to become attractive to the surrounding regions and find ways of developing professionals to help local industry growth. Phelps envisions an Evansville with hospitality services that grow from the city’s education system and benefit the economy, creating a cultural community experience. Ivy Tech hopes to provide an outlet to make this vision obtainable and economical. “We try our best to make sure that students are having a real world experience. We talk with a lot of professionals in the community, we talk with Casino Aztar, we talk with the new Ford Center,” illustrates Phelps. “We have students working at restaurants throughout the city, at hotels and non-profits. . . You get a professional experience in the classroom that could typically take you ten, fifteen years to get in the real world,” said Phelps. Students can also look forward to receiving in-depth training in hospitality business management. With courses such as ‘Human Resource Management’ and ‘Hospitality Purchases and Cost Control,’ participants of the program are ensured adequate preparation for the business side of their culinary dream job. “Over the course of three different semesters they are actually asked to put together a business plan for a theoretical hospitality entity,” said Phelps. Educational techniques and course styles such as these offered at Ivy Tech, make the school a back bone to the hospitality industry of Evansville and a jumping point for inspired members of a the community to begin their own journeys in the hospitality industry.

I vy Tech Community College offers a broad and detailed array of courses in fields that range from applied sciences, nursing, fine arts, social services, and beyond. One of the school’s most popular and intensive programs is its

Hospitality Administration program, which includes certifications and degrees in the culinary arts, baking and pastry arts, culinology, and hospitality management.

By Jacqueline GreenbergPhotos Provided by Ivy Tech Culinary

Ivy Tech Culinary Arts Program: Watez Phelps


He doesn’t look a day over 50. He will tell you that it is because of the good bread. Since the early 90’s, Lorenzo (Larry) Minor has

been sharing his passion, experti se and hand-made bread products with the Tri-State. Inspired by a trip to Europe, Lorenzo realized that there was something more to life then the current path of sales he was pursuing. “I spent the center part of my life as an insurance

salesman. The best part of the job was that it aff orded me the opportunity to travel. My life was completely changed. I wanted to live simply and pursue my passion of bread,” said Minor. Lorenzo has spent the past 20 years honing his baking skills by training with the Bakers Guild, the CIA in Hyde Park under Professor R. Calvel, and with Alan Scott of California. He has been a head baker for bakeries in

Baking Bambino: Larry “Lorenzo” Minor

By Brooklyn SolisPhotos By Larry Minor


Florida and France. He has also baked and consulted for Edgewater Grill and Vecchio’s Italian Market in Newburgh, Indiana. “Icantakeabagofflourandturnitintoanybreadproduct.WhatIdoisnotconsideredfinepastry.It is considered peasant. It is a lost art form and it is disappearing.Idonotuseanythingthatispre-madeorfrozen,” said Minor. Lorenzo started the Real Bread Co. in 1992, with a locationon4thStreet. “When I opened the restaurant, I wanted it to be a place that was not just known for our bread and food,butalsoforourpersonality.Iwantedtogettoknowpeopleonanindividualbasis.Inotonlyknewwhattheyliked to eat for lunch, but I knew when someone in the familywassickandwhentherewasabirthorawedding.Iknowpeoplebytheirfirstnames.Mycustomersaremyfriends,” said Minor. Asbusinesscontinuedtogrow,LorenzoaddedanewFrenchOvenand16employees.Theywereservingnearly100vegetarianlunchesdaily.In1997,theRealBread Co. relocated to Hebron Avenue. While Lorenzo’s is under new management, his name remains. Lorenzo continuestoconsultandteachbakingskillsthroughhiscompanyArtisanBakeryConsultingCo. “Afriendbuiltanovenofhisowninhisbackyard.I spent over two hours with him, teaching him how to bake.IfollowtheJohnnyAppleseedmentality,thatyoushouldshareyourknowledge.Ihaveworkedwithadozenbakers,andIwillgladlyworkwithadozenmore,”saidMinor. Fromtheadobeoveninthebackyardofhiseast-sidehome,40to50loavesofbreadaremadetosellattheFarmer’sMarketon2ndandSycamoreStreetinEvansville. He and his wife Janie also create sweet treats withnameslikeHeavenlyMarriageandVampire’sDream.Theyuselocalingredientsandupdatemenuitemsbasedonseasonalfruitsandvegetablesthattheypurchasefromother local farmers. “Ibelievethateverythingshouldbewithinwalkingdistance.Thebaker,thebutcher,andthegardener.Weshouldbeeasytoaccess.Thatiswhatmakesacommunitythrive.”

By Brooklyn SolisPhotos By Larry Minor



recipes

Kim Cheefrom Jaya’s Authentic Foods

Nicky B, Italian Ice, and

Backstage Cosmofrom Backstage Bar & Grill

Lobster Thermidorfrom Cavanaugh’s

(Inside Casino Aztar)

Spinach Tortellini Soup

from Jeanne’s Gelato

Chef Saladfrom Bits & Bytes Deli

Coconut Mahi Mahi

from Clarion Inn

Tomato Bisque with Aged Balsamic & Asiago, Chicken

Queen of Englandfrom Just Rennie’s

Mojo’s Steamburger

from Mojo’s Boneyard Sports Bar & Grill

Seared Scallops with Orange and

Vermouthfrom Edgewater Grille

Chicken Cacciatore

From Mickey Schultz, K.C.’s Timeout Lounge

An Overview... 2012 is proving to be a tasty year indeed!Riffle though these mouth-watering recipes and be inspired!

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Mousakafrom Doros Hadjisavvaa,

Acropolis Fine Greek Cuisine & Spirits

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Guacamolefrom Cancun

Mexican Restaurant

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Chicken Saltimboccafrom Red Geranium

New England Clam Chowder

from Morgan Close, Tin Fish

Sweet Bourbon Pecan Chicken

from Logsdon’s Restaurant

Corned Beef & Cabbage with Parsley Saucefrom Ri Ra’s Irish Pub

Bread Puddingfrom Yellow Tavern

Green Dip Saucefrom Theresa Alfaro,

Los Alfaro

Grilled Chicken Fettuccini Alfredo

from Smitty’s Italian Steakhouse

Korean Hot Porkfrom Lucky Dragon

New Korea

German Potato Salad

from Stoll’s Country Inn

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Seared Ahi Tuna

from Kanpai Sushi & Asian Bistro

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Check out the Clarion Inn’s Xango Cheese Cake made with fresh berrys, whipped cream, and garnished with powdered sugar!


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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: Backstage Bar and Grill, Photo by: Hillary Barnhart

Submitted by: Bits & BytesPhoto by: Daniel Knight, Studio B

The Nicky B.Vodka, triple sec, pineapple, cranberry, grenadine, and splash of sprite

Backstage CosmoAbsolut,cranberry, triple sec, touch of grenadine, and splash of sprite.

Italian ice Rum, blue caraco, triple sec, and sprite.


recipes

Mousaka

1 lb. Eggplant1 lb. Potatoes1 lb. Zucchini1 lb. Ground beef8 oz. White wine2 t. Tomato paste3 oz. Chopped onions4 C. Cold milk3 Eggs2 t. Butter5 t. Flour

Freshly grated Parmesan cheesePinch of NutmegPinch of Chicken base

Thinly slice eggplant, potatoes, and zucchini. Flash fry all vegetables until golden. This will help them retain their appearance and crispness when the dish is complete.

Arrange the vegetables in the following layer order in your 9” by 13” greased pan: potatoes, eggplant, and then zucchini. After layers have been properly placed, add a generous handful of freshly grated parmesan cheese.

Brown 1 lb. of ground beef. Drain off excess grease and add onions, white wine, and tomato paste. Simmer mixture over medium heat for about 10 minutes. Drain off excess liquid then add mixture over top of the vegetable layers.

Beat 3 eggs then mix with 3 cups of cold milk and 2 t. butter, simmer over medium heat. While the mixture is nearing a boil, add the additional cup of milk that has been mixed with 5 t. of flour. Let the mixture simmer until it begins to thicken. Once it has come to the consistency of thin ‘mashed potatoes’ remove from heat and add as final layer of mousaka.

Top the pan of delicious mousaka with anothergenerous handful of freshly grated parmesan cheese. Place pan in a preheated 350 degree oven for 35-40 minutes.

Let dish stand for at least 10 minutesbefore serving. Enjoy!

Submitted by: Doros Hadjisavva, Acropolis Fine Greek Cuisine & SpiritsPhoto by: Daniel Knight, Studio B


Cavanaughs Lobster ThermidorAmount Ingredient 2 ea 8oz lobster tails 4 oz Shitake and oyster mushrooms ¼ C Mild cheddar cheese 3 Tbl Canola or Vegetable Oil TT Salt and Black Pepper

1 cup Thermidor Base Sauce (ingredients below) 1 cup Heavy cream 1 cup Clam Juice

2 ea Bay Leaves 2 tsp Tarragon 3 Tbl Dry Sherry 2 Tbl Roux (ingredients below) ½ cup Flour ½ cup Melted butter

PREPARATION:

With shears cut lobster tails lengthwise, clean lobster tail by removing the vein.Remove tails from shell and cut into 5 or 6 pieces. Set the lobster meat aside.Cook shells in boiling water for four minutes, reserve for plating.

Clean mushrooms by removing stems and reserve for later

Make roux by combining flour and melted butter in a small sauté pan, mix well.Cook over medium heat until golden brown in color, reserve. This will be used for thickening the base Thermidor sauce.

Make Thermidor Base Sauce by combining heavy cream, clam juice, bay leaves, tarragon, and dry sherry.Cook on medium high heat until reduced by half. Thicken the broth with approximately one Tablespoon of Roux by adding and whisking vigorously. (Sauce will be thick) Be sure to simmer sauce on low heat for several minutes – watching carefully so not to scorch the sauce.In a sauté pan over medium heat, add the oil, lobster meat and mushrooms and sauté until lobster is almost cooked.

Add one cup of the Thermidor sauce and the cheddar cheese to the sauté pan with the lobster and mushrooms. Stir until cheese is completely melted

For presentation, lay the lobster shells on the plate, and fill them with the Thermidor SauceTop with Buttered, Toasted Bread Crumbs if desired.

Submitted by: Cavanaugh’sPhoto by Daniel Knight, Studio B

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Guacamole1 Ripe tomato1 Ripe lime3 Ripe medium avocadoes1/4 Onion, finely choppedPinch Ground cuminPinch Mild chili powder1 Jalapeno, freshly chopped1 T. Cilantro leaves, freshly choppedTo Taste 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


A House Special…The Mo’ Steam Burger is our signature, juicy, quarter-pound steamed burger. Yes, steamed…smothered with our secret, special melted cheese shown fully dressed with: •fresh lettuce, •tomato, •onion, •pickle.

Unique to Evansville, the Mo’ Steam Burger can only be found at Mojo’s BoneYard Sportsbar & Grille located at 4920 Bellemeade Avenue.

Submitted by: Mojo’s Bonyard & Sports Bar and GrillPhoto by Hillary Barnhart

Mo’ Steam Burger

Coconut Crusted Mahi MahiPineapple & Mango Chutney 8 oz. Mahi Mahi filet1/4 c. coconut milk3 T. sweetened coconut flakes2 T. panko breadcrumbs1/4 t. black cracked pepper1/4 t. sesame seeds1/4 c. fresh pineapple - diced1/4 c. fresh ripe mango diced1/2 t. fresh cilantro chopped1 T. coconut milk - for chutney1 t. sea salt1 t. powdered sugar2 T. light sesame oil

Rinse & dry Mahi Mahi. In a small bowl, marinate fish in 1/4 cup of coconut milk for 30 - 45 minutes.In a small mixing bowl combine coconut flakes, breadcrumbs, black pepper, sesame seeds, and sea salt.Pan fry Mahi Mahi in sesame oil in a medium hot non-stick pan. Let brown on both sides. Be careful not to overcook. Remove from pan and let rest.In a small mixing bowl combine fresh pineapple, mango, cilantro, one tablespoon of coconut milk. (Can be made ahead and chilled) Toss lightly and spoon over Mahi Mahi.Garnish with coconut flakes.

Submitted by: Clarion InnPhoto by Daniel Knight, Studio B

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Seared Scallops with Orange and Vermouth

Be sure to dry the scallops thoroughly before cooking so they’ll brown nicely.

2 tablespoons cooking oil2 pounds sea scallops½ teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon fresh-ground black pepper3 tablespoons butter2 scallions including green tops, chopped½ cup dry vermouth1 teaspoon grated orange zest

1. In a large nonstick frying pan, heat one tablespoon of the oil over moderately high heat until very hot. Season the scallops with the salt and pepper. Add half the scallops to the pan and cook until browned, about one minute. Turn and cook until browned on the second side and just done, about 2 minutes longer. Remove from the pan. Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the pan and repeat with the remaining scallops. Wipe out the pan.

2. In the same pan, melt the butter over moderate heat. Add the scallions and cook, stirring, for one minute. Add the vermouth and orange zest. Cook until the sauce thickens slightly, about two minutes. Add the scallops and warm until just heated through, about one minute. Serves four.

Submitted by: Edgewater GrillePhoto by: Daniel Knight, Studio B


Kim Chee

1 Large Napa (Chinese cabbage)6 Pieces of Green OnionHalf a cup of Turnips1 Tablespoon of Ginger2 Tablespoons of GarlicHalf a cup of Granulated Red Pepper2 Tablespoons of Salt3 Tablespoons of SugarHalf a Tablespoon of Anchovy Liquor

Cut bite size. Marinate in salt water for at least one hour. Drain and mix with remaining ingredients.

Submitted by: Jaya’sPhoto by: Hillary Barnhart

Spinach Tortellini Soup

32 oz. of Chicken or Vegetable broth14 oz. can of Italian style diced tomatoes9 oz. Cheese Tortellini6 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: Jeannie’s GelatoPhoto by: Daniel Knight, Studio B

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Chicken Queen of England

4 oz. chickens (coat chicken in flour lightly, sauté, and bake in oven until done) Ap Flour 1 cup of cream Sherry (drain off any oil and deglaze) 1 cup of brown sugar (add and dissolve) Half cup of honey (add to above and heat) 1 cup of halved red grapes (add and cook until slightly softened) 1 cup of walnuts (add chopped walnuts to finish)

Submitted by: Doug Rennie, Just Rennie’sPhoto by: Daniel Knight, Studio B

BOURBON-PECAN CHICKEN 1 Boneless Chicken Breast2 oz. Butter2 oz. Brown Sugar1 oz. Bourbon1 c. Heavy Whipping Cream1/2 c. Flour1 serving of rice or fettuccini Lightly flour chicken breast, sautee on medium heat for 6-8 minutes. Combine brown sugar, bourbon, cream and pecans and heat until sauce thickens. Serve chicken breast and bourbon sauce over rice or fettuccini.

Submitted by Logsdon’s Restaurant, David and Rose DeWitt Photo by Daniel Knight, Studio B

Tomato Bisque with Aged Balsamic & Asiago

1 quart water (heat) 1 tablespoon of chicken base (add to above) Roux (to adjust consistency) 1 quart heavy cream (add to above) Asiago Cheese (add to soup after you thickened to desire consistency) 1 jar of Ragu Tomato Sauce (add to enough for flavor) Half a cup of Balsamic vinegar (add to taste.) Cut in half lengthwise, then halved


Seared Ahi Tuna½ C. Soy sauce1/4 C. Green onions1 T. Sesame oil2 T. Minced garlic1 T. Crushed red peppers2 Whole limes4 lb. Sushi grade yellowfin tuna1/4 C. Toasted sesame seeds2 T. 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 BistroPhoto by: Daniel Knight, Studio B

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Chicken Cacciatore

4 chicken leg quarters (3 to 3 ½ lbs total), skin on and bone-inKosher salt Fresh ground black pepperAll-purpose flour a few Tbsp. butter1 lb. dry fettuccini noodles 2 Tbsp. olive oil

6 cloves garlic, minced 10 baby carrots, thin-sliced1 bunch of green onions or chives, chopped poultry seasoning1 bunch Italian flat-leaf parsley, chopped 3 tsp. Italian seasoning1 tsp. sugar 6 oz. dry white wine12 oz. sliced mushrooms

3 Tbsp. tomato paste2 bell peppers (prefer orange and red), roasted and diced1 can (15 ½ oz.) tomato sauce28 oz. can of diced tomatoes 3 tsp. red pepper flakes1 yellow onion or 4 large shallots, finely chopped 16 oz. chicken stockGrated parmesan cheese smoked paprika, to taste

Season chicken with poultry seasoning and season the flour with salt and pepper. Heat butter with an equal amount of oil in a pan over med-high heat. Lightly dredge chicken in flour, and brown in pan, adding more butter and oil as necessary. Set chicken aside. Add a bit more butter and white wine to the same pan and sauté onions, carrots, and peppers until they begin to soften, then add garlic and mushrooms. Cook for another minute or two, until the wine reduces by half, then add tomato paste and stir quickly to incorporate. Add everything to a large pot.

To the pot, add tomatoes, chicken stock, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, pepper flakes, sugar, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir together then add chicken to the pot and bring to boil over high heat. Then, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for about 25 minutes. When chicken is cooked through, remove pot from heat, and remove chicken from pot. Stir in parsley and green onions and cover to keep warm. In the meantime, boil the fettuccini and let the chicken cool a bit. There are two options here; either serve the chicken on the side of the pasta and sauce, or pull the chicken off the bones into pieces and stir into the sauce. Then serve over pasta. Either way, top the pasta and sauce with grated parmesan.

Makes 4-6 servings.

Submitted by: K.C.’s Time Out Lounge Photo by: Nick Durcholz


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Green Dip Sauce

1 bushel of Cilantro7 leaves of Mint3 oz. of Feta cheese1 small potato (boiled)1 can of Evaporated milk1 small Jalapeno1/8 teaspoon of black pepper1/4 teaspoon of salt

Put the evaporated milk into a blender adding the cilantro and leaves of mint, the blend. Next, add the feta cheese and the small boiled potato, taste to judge salinity because the brand of feta cheese you use will affect this. Lastly, add the jalapeno and black pepper, and then blend again.

Korean Hot Pork

1 pound of sliced pork2 garlic cloves (chopped)2 tablespoons on onions (chopped)1/4 teaspoon of black pepper2 teaspoons of soy sauce2 teaspoons of sugar2 teaspoons of saki or white wine1 teaspoon of hot sauceHalf teaspoon of sesame seed oil1 green onion (chopped)Half of a pear

Refrigerate one hour to marinate ingredients then stir fry.

Submitted by: Los AlfaroPhoto by: Daniel Knight, Studio B

Submitted by: Lucky DragonPhoto by: Daniel Knight, Studio B


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Chicken Saltimbocca

Ingredients

1 (7oz) boneless chicken breast1 thin slice of prosciutto ham5 button mushrooms1 cup of heavy cream1 teaspoon of butter1 tablespoon of canola or olive oil1 small bag of fresh spinach1 cup of water2 slices of provolone cheeseSalt and pepperDirections

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.

Cut or chop mushrooms, sauté in pan with 1 tablespoon of olive or

canola oil for 2 to 3 minutes 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

CORNED BEEF AND CABBAGE6 weight oz. Sliced House Brined Corned Beef 6 weight oz. Mashed Potatoes 4 weight oz. Blanched Cabbage 2 volume oz. Irish Parsley Sauce Pinch of Chopped Parsley

Heat a sauté pan with reserved corned beef cooking stock. Add blanched cabbage and cook until just soft, then add sliced corned beef and heat through. Pipe mash on large round at 11:00 then pile drained cabbage next to the mash. Lay corned beef up against mash and cabbage then ladle sauce over corned beef. Lastly, garnish with chopped parsley.

PARSLEY SAUCE2 oz. Diced Yellow Onion2 oz. Chopped Garlic3 oz. Mirepoix Base1/2 Quart of Heavy Cream4 oz. Butter1/2 Gallon of Water8 oz. Flour

In a pan sauté garlic and onion with butter. Add flour and form roux, should be very thick. Mix base, water, and cream and slowly whisk into roux. Bring to simmer and boil for 10 min.

Submitted by: RiRa’sPhoto by: Daniel Knight, Studio B


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Grilled Chicken Fettuccini Alfredo

Half pound of Butter1 quart of Heavy Cream1 and a half cups of Parmesan cheese1 and a half cups of Romano cheese1 teaspoon of salt1 teaspoon of white pepper1 teaspoon of granulated GarlicHalf red and green Bell Peppers (sliced)1 teaspoon of parsley6 oz. of Grilled Chicken Tenders9 oz. portions of Fettuccini noodles

Submitted by: Smitty’s Italian Steak HousePhoto by: Daniel Knight, Studio B

German Potato Salad

4 Cups Diced Potatoes cooked until tender (bite size) Add:1/2 yellow onion1/2 green pepper1/4 stalk Celery ground1 cup bacon (crispy, torn into small pieces) Sauce:3 cups sugar1/8 gallon vinegar1/4 cup corn starch1/8 cup salt Mix sauce well on stove until it comes to a boil. In a big mixing bowl, start with potatoes, add other ingredients, mix in sauce. You may add extra salt/sugar or vinegar to satisfy your taste.

Submitted by: Stoll’s Country InnPhoto by: Allie Boyles, Studio B


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New England Clam Chowder

2 pounds of potatoes (peeled and diced)1 jumbo onion (diced)Half a head of celery (diced)3 oz. of butterHalf a teaspoon salt1/3 teaspoon of white pepper1 dash of cayenne pepper1 ¾ cups of flour40oz. canned, chopped clams (total amount of liquid and clams) 1 qt. heavy cream or half & half (interchangeable)

In large pot bring water to a boil, add potatoes, and cook potatoes until just when you can get a fork through them. Any longer and they will not hold their shape in soup. You may start the potatoes the day before, just cool them in cold water and chill over night in a bowl.

Drain clams, saving the liquid for later in the recipe. In another pot, melt butter over medium heat, when melted add celery and onions. Cook over medium heat

until the onions are translucent. At this time, turn off heat, add seasonings and mix. Then add flour, mix thoroughly and when combined, add drained clams and mix.

All the previous steps in the recipe may be done the day before, just chill till next day.

In a large pot, place the clam and flour mix with two cups of cream. Then, stir to loosen and mix together. Over medium heat, stir while making sure to scrape the sides and bottom and when soup starts to simmer and get thick add one and a half cups of clam juice. Again, stir until a simmer, then soup should thicken again.

At this point, add cream and clam juice little by little, until the right consistency is reached. Between each addition bring to a simmer. The soup only thickens at the simmer point, if you miss this important step your soup will be to runny.

When your soup is at the right thickness, serve hot and steamy. Don’t forget the oyster crackers.

Submitted by: Tin FishPhoto by: Daniel Knight, Studio B

Bread Pudding

The Yellow Tavern proudly presents our bread pudding as our signature dessert. Made with French bread, the dish is topped with pecans and a mild whiskey sauce. During the week, we also serve a variety of homemade pies in addition to a creamy refrigerated cheesecake.

Submitted by: Yellow TavernPhoto by: Daniel Knight, Studio B


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Black Buggy Restaurant(East) 4920 Davis Lant Dr.473-0012$10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/MC

Stoll’s Country Inn 19820 Castle Creek Dr.812-867-7730Under $10/Checks/MC/Visa/Reservations Accepted/No Alcohol/Buffet-style menuStoll’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 Barn1003 E. Diamond Ave.491-9868Under $10/No Reservations/No Alcohol/Checks/MC/VISA

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 Stop1521 N. Main St.422-6919Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/AMEX

Landmark BBQ3901 Broadway Ave. 401-7427Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/VISA/MC

Marx Barbeque & Catering Service3119 W. Maryland St.425-1616Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/VISA/MC/Full Service Catering

MoonLite Bar-B-Q Inn2840 W. Parrish Ave. Owensboro, KY800-322-8989$10-$15/ Reservations Accepted/ Check and All Major Credit Cards/ Beer & Wine

The Nisbet Inn6701 Nisbet Rd. Haubstadt, IN812-963-9305Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/Checks Accepted

Shyler’s Bar-B-Q 405 S. Green River Rd.476-4599Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards

Southern Ride BBQ1023 B Church St., New Harmony, IN812-682-4227Under $10/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/VISA/MC/DSCVR

Stepto’s Bar-B-Q Shack4430 1st Ave.401-8227Under $10-$15/Casual/Beer & Wine/MC, VISA/Online ordering available – www.thebarbqshack.com -powered by Click4AMeal

Thomason’s 701 Atkinson St., Henderson, KY270-826-0654Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/No Alcohol

Wilson’s General Store,Café & BBQ11120 Broadway Ave.812-985-0202Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/All Major Credit Cards

Wolf’s Bar-B-Q Restaurant6000 First Ave. 424-8891Under$10/Casual/Checks/Reservations Accepted/VISA/MC/Online ordering available –www.wolfsbarbq.com -powered by Click4AMeal

CASUAL THEME

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

Backstage Bar & Grill524 Main St.424-5020Under $10/ No Reservations/ All Major Credit Cards/ Full BarIn 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.

Bar Louie7000 Eagle Crest Blvd.476-7069$10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Beans & Baristas800 N. Green River Rd. (Eastland Mall)Under $10/ No Reservations/ No Checks, MC, Visa/ No Alcohol

Beef O’Brady’s8177 Bell Oaks Dr., Newburgh, IN490-9464Under $10/Causal/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Blush Ultra Lounge & Tapas Bar615 N.W. Riverside Dr. 433-4700$10-$15/Upscale casual/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Cambridge Golf Course1034 Beacon Hill Rd.868-4653$10-$15/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks and All Major Credit Cards/ Full Bar

Cheeseburger in Paradise8301 Eagle Lake Dr.475-1074$10-$15/Casual/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Chili’s Grill & Bar600 N. Green River Rd.475-1510 $10-$15/ Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

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

Red Fez6 Walnut St. 423-4285Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards

Hooters4620 Lincoln Ave. 475-0229Under $10/Casual/Beer & Wine/VISA/MC/AMEX

Hott’s Bar & Grill122 N. Weinbach Ave.471-9150Under $10/ No Reservations/ No Checks, All Major Credit Cards/ Full Bar


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J. Gumbo1211 N. Tudor Ln.473-2951Under $10/ No Reservations/ No Checks, All Major Credit Cards/ No AlcoholJ. Gumbo’s the best location in the area to find authentic Cajun and Creole cooking. Located on the east-side, J. Gumbo’s serves up food that would make any Louisiana native happier than a crocodile in a swamp full of fish.

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

Logsdon Restaurant1206 E. Main St. Boonville, IN812-897-8813Under $10/ Reservations Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards/ Full BarLocated a hop-skip-and-a-jump away from Evansville in Boonville, IN, Logsdon Restaurant offers a heart dish for most any mood. From Juicy steaks to scrumptious seafood, Logsdon Restaurant also offers a family friendly environment that is clean and homey with a contemporary touch. Walk-ins are welcome, carry-out is available and whether you are looking for a great breakfast, lunch, or dinner, Logsdon has you covered.

Major Munch(Old Post Office Place, Downtown Evansville)437-2363Under $10/Casual/VISA/MC/Online ordering available – www.majormunch.com - powered by Click4AMeal

Max & Erma’sCasino Aztar(Pavilion Level 1)421 N.W. Riverside Dr. 433-4258$10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Mojo’s Boneyard Sports Bar & Grill4920 Bellemeade Ave.475-8593$10-$15/ No Checks, All Major Credit Cards/Full BarNamed after the owner’s beloved 18 year old dachshund, Mojo’s Boneyard on Bellemeade Avenue is the best place to hang out

for fun, relaxation and amazing food on the east side of Evansville. Newly refurbished and super clean, Mojo’s is a sports bar with a twist. Their tasty menu is designed with all of your favorites, old & new. The house special is Mo’ Steam Burgers, a massive steamed and juicy burger smothered with their special melted cheese.

O’Brian’s Sports Bar & Grill1801 N. Green River Rd. 401-4630Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/Credit Cards/Full Bar

Outlaw Burger701 N.W. Riverside Dr. (Inside Stoney’s)402-9913Under $10/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks and All Major Credit Cards/ Full Bar


Patio Bar & Grill104 N. Water St., Henderson, KY 270-831-9955Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/Credit Cards/VISA/MC/Full Bar

Red Robin Gourmet Burgers6636 E. Lloyd Exp.473-4100 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Riverside Cookery421 N.W. Riverside Dr. (Inside Casino Aztar)433-4227Under $10/ Reservations Accepted/ No Checks, All Major Credit Cards/ Full Bar

Show-Me’s(East) 1700 Morgan Ctr. Dr.401-SHOW(West) 5501 Pearl Dr. 402-7100Under $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 CardsEvery day, Steeplechase Café works to provide an outstanding and unique experience for their guests. Eve Rakestraw heads up this fresh and creative food; combined with knowledgeable service and beautiful dining room Steeplechase provides

a “special occasion” experience within a “casual dining” environment. Homemade, family recipes are a staple at Steeplechase!

Temptations Buffet Casino Aztar (Pavilion Level 2)421 Riverside Dr.433-4000Under $10/Casual/Credit Cards Accepted

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

Wayback Burgers115 Cross Pointe Blvd., Suite 4475-9272Under $10/ No Reservations/ All Major Credit Cards/ No Alcohol

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

CHINESE

Canton Inn Restaurant 947 North Park Dr. 428-6611Under $10/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Checks Accepted/Beer & Wine/All Major Credit Cards

Charlie’s Mongolian BBQ315 E. Diamond Ave. 423-9897Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/MC/ VISA

China King590 E. Diamond Ave. 423-1896Under $10/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Checks Accepted/Beer & Wine/All MajorCredit Cards

China Super Buffet 127 N. Burkhardt Rd.476-8788Under $10/Casual/Reservations Recommended/VISA/MC/DSCVR

China Village 8423 Bell Oaks Dr., Newburgh, IN812-858-8238Under $10/Casual/Reservations Recommended/No Alcohol/VISA/MC/DSCVR

Chopstick House Restaurant 5412 E. Indiana St.473-5551Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/Credit Cards

Crazy Buffet701 N. Burkhardt Rd.437-8833Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/No checks/Credit Cards

Golden Buddha 3221 Taylor Ave. 473-4855 5066 S.R. 261 , Newburgh, IN812-853-2680Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Gracie’s Chinese Cuisine12500 N. Hwy. 41812-868-8888Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards

Grand Buffet Mongolian Grill1356 N. Green River Rd.476-6666Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/No Checks/All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol

Janbo Restaurant 4500 W. Lloyd Expwy. 422-8289Under $10/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Checks Accepted/Beer & Wine/VISA/MC/DSCVR

Lincoln Garden2001 Lincoln Ave.471-88881Under $10/Casual/Reservations Recommended/No Checks/VISA/MC/DSCVR

Lucky Dragon Chinese Restaurant4313 E. Morgan Ave.479-5006Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/Beer & Wine/AMEX/MCFamily owned and operated, Lucky Dragon has been serving up savory and authentic Chinese and Korean dishes for 20 plus years. Lucky Dragon is a great choice for taking a culinary trip from the ordinary.

Mandarin GardenChinese Restaurant2013 N. Green River Rd.476-7088Under $10/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Checks Accepted/No Alcohol/VISA/MC

MAT. 888 China Bistro5636 Vogel Rd.475-2888$10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/All Major Credit Cards

Shing-Lee Chinese Restaurant215 Main St.464-2769Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Szechwan Chinese Restaurant669 N. Green River Rd.479-7600$10-$15/Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/All Major Credit Cards

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Taste of China4579 University Dr. 422-1260Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/No Alcohol

Two Brothers3806 N. 1st Ave. 423-6188Under $10/Casual/Reservations/MC/VISA/DSCVR

Wok ‘N’ Roll311 S. Green River Rd.474-0181Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Yen Ching Chinese Restaurant406 S. Green River Rd. 474-0181Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar

DELI/CAFES

Abby Road Coffee Bean Emporium422 N. Main St.402-0842Under $10/Casual/Visa/MC/No Alcohol

Anthony’s Heavenly Cheesecake204 Main St.470-7763Under $10/ No Reservations/ No Checks, MC, Visa/ No Alcohol

Bits & Bytes 216 NW Fourth St.423-5713Under $10/ Checks, All Major Credit Cards/ No Reservations/ No AlcoholAll 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 111111 S. Green River Rd. #D401-8111 Under $10/Casual/Visa/MC

Choo Choo Café & Deli915 Main St.429-0283Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards

Cleo’s Bakery & Brown Bag Lunches9 W. Jennings St. (Newburgh, IN)789-6485Under $10/ No Reservations/ Checks, All Major Credit Cards/ No Alcohol

Coffee Cottage & Café612 S. Weinbach Ave. 401-1930Under $10/Casual/Visa/MC

Daily’s Bakery & Café701 N. Main St.484-6635 Reservations Accepted/Under $10/Casual/Checks/VISA/MC/DSCVR/No Alcohol

Diamond Deli421 Riverside Dr. (Casion Aztar, pavilion level 1) 433-6122Under $10/CasualAll Major Credit Cards

Donut Bank Bakery & Coffee Shop(West) 210 N. St. Joseph Ave.426-1011(North) 2128 N. 1st Ave. 426-23111031 E. Diamond Ave. 426-0011(East) 5 N. Green River Rd. 479-05111950 Washington Ave. 477-27111200 Lincoln Ave. 402-4111(Newburgh) 3988 SR 261

812-858-9911Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards/No AlcoholVisit any of Donut Bank’s eight convenient Evansville, IN area locations, and you won’t believe your eyes or your taste buds. They make over 30 varieties of yeast and cake donuts: Chocolate Long Johns with rich, dark chocolate icing, Fruit Fritters, Honey Dipped Glazed donuts, and much, much more. And they all go wonderfully with delicious Donut Bank coffee.

Emge’s Deli & Ice Cream206-208 Main St.422-3026/422-7030Under $10/Casual/Checks/No Alcohol

Enjoy It! Catering919 North Park Drive425-6569Under $10/Casual/Checks/All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol

Fresh Harvest Deli101 N.W. 1st St.421-0407Under $10/Casual/MC/VISA

Grand Traverse Pie Co.6245 Vogel Rd.477-7437Under $10/Casual/No Alcohol/All Major Credit Cards

The Granola Jar1033 Mt. Pleasant Rd.437-1899 Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards

The Great American Bagel3901 Morgan Ave. 476-7212Under $10/Casual/MC/VISA

Great Harvest Bread Co.423 Metro Dr.476-4999Under $10/ No Reservations/ Checks and All Major Credit Cards/ No Alcohol

HoneyBaked Ham1449 N. Green River Rd.471-2940Under $10/ No Reservations/ Checks and All Major Credit Cards/ No AlcoholHoneyBaked 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. Who would have thought a complete HoneyBaked Dinner had the power to turn dinnertime into family time? 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. So good, your family will never want to miss a dinner.

Jeanne’s Gelato 2003 Lincoln Ave.479-8272Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit CardsRelax 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.

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Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches701 N. Burkhardt Rd. Ste. C 401-5400(Newburgh) 8680 Highpoint Dr.491-7111Under $10/All Major Credit Cards

Just Rennies Cookies102 S.E. 4th St.490-8098Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit CardsChef 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 almost-famous Just Rennie’s cookies.

La Sombra Coffee Company318 Main St.492-4567Under $10/Casual/All Major CC

Maxine’s Cafe & Bakery1322 N. Green River Rd.473-3663Under $10/Casual/Checks/No Alcohol/All Major Credit Cards/Online ordering available –www.maxinescafebakery.com -powered by Click4AMeal

Panera Bread220 Burkhardt Rd.476-7477Under $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.270-826-7361Under $10/Casual/NoAlcohol/All Major Credit CardsThe menu features an array of mouth watering Grilled East Coast Style submarine sandwiches, fresh-cut fries and hand-squeezed lemonade. All sandwiches are prepared fresh in full view of the customer using delicious hearth-baked bread, USDA steak and the finest meats, cheeses and vegetables. The potatoes are hand selected, fresh-cut and flash-fried in cholesterol-free peanut oil.

Penny Lane Coffeehouse600 S.E. 2nd St.421-8741Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/All Major Credit Cards

Piece of Cake210 Main St.424-2253Under $5/Casual/No Alcohol/No Reservations/Checks/DSCVR/VISA/MC

Planter’s Coffee House130 N. Main St., Henderson, KY270-830-0927Under $5/Casual/All Major Credit Cards

Riverfront Grill1 Main Street422-1800Under $10/No Reservations/ All Major Credit Cards/ No AlcoholJeff Wright, an independent food caterer and longtime operator of tri-state restaurants

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Roly Poly Sandwiches5702 E. Virginia St.962-2326Under $10/Casual/No Alcohol/VISA/MC

Salad World Healthy Café(East) 3311 N. Green River Rd.471-5083(West) 4951 W. Lloyd Expressway467-7486(Downtown) 200 Main St.422-0898Under $10/ No Reservations/ Checks, MC, Visa/ No Alcohol

Schlotzsky’s301 N. Green River Rd.471-4011Under $10/Casual/VISA/MC

Smiling Moose Deli724 N. Burkhardt Rd.477-3354 (Deli)Under $10/Casual/No Alcohol/VISA/MC

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 Click4AMealA 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!

Twilight Bistro221 Main St.421-0606Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards

Vecchio’s Italian Market & Delicatessen 14 W. Jennings St. Newburgh, IN490-7879Under $10/Casual/Beer & Wine/Checks Accepted/VISA/MC/ DSCVR

YMCA Tea Room – By Mary and Martha118 Vine St. 422-6922Under $10/ No Reservations/ All Major Credit Cards/ No AlcoholThe Tea Room by Mary and Martha is a YMCA sponsored dining and social experience empowering women and eliminating racism. Social issues aside the Tea Room offers an array of soups, salads, sandwiches, and desserts. All of these boast fresh and unique ingredients. From the classic to the diverse, check out Mary and Martha’s for a great culinary experience.

FAMILY/HOMESTYLE

The Acropolis - Fine Greek Cuisine & Spirits501 N. Green River Rd.475-9320$10-15/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards/Online ordering available -www.acropolisevv.com -powered by Click4AMealFrom 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.

Black Buggy Restaurant(East) 4920 Davis Lant Dr.473-0012$10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/MC

Bob Evans Restaurant (East) 1125 N. Green River Rd. 473-9022(West) 5201 Pearl Dr. 812-425-5100Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/No Alcohol/VISA/MC

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

Burger Bank1617 S. Weinbach Ave. 475-2265Under $10/Casual

Carousel Restaurant5115 Monroe Ave.479-6388Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/All Major Credit CardsThe 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!

Charlie & Barney’s1801 W. Franklin St. 423-5355Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/Full Bar

Cleavers Restaurant5501 E. Indiana St. 473-0001Under $10/Casual/No Alcohol/No Checks/VISA/MC Cracker Barrel8215 Eagle Lake Dr.479-8788Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/Checks Accepted/Credit Cards

Cross-Eyed Cricket2101 Pennsylvania St.422-6464Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/Checks Accepted/Online ordering available – www.crosseyedcricketrestaurant.com - powered by Click4AMeal

Culver’s Frozen Custard Butter Burgers 1734 Hirschland Rd.437-3333Under $10/Casual/MC/VISA/ DSCVR

Denny’s Classic Diner(West) 5212 Weston Rd. 424-4472(Newburgh) 19501 Elpers Rd.812-867-7156Under $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 Credit Cards

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Hwy. 41 North, Henderson, KY800-333-8110Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

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

Flying Saucer Café(Inside the Airport)7801 Bussing Dr.423-1113Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Frontier Restaurant & Bar12945 Hwy. 57812-867-6786Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/VISA/MC

Golden Corral(East) 130 Cross Point Blvd.473-1095(Henderson) 1770 S. Green St.270-869-9310Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/Checks/No Alcohol/All Major Credit Cards

Grand Traverse Pie Co.6245 Vogel Rd.477-7437Under $10/Casual/No Alcohol/All Major Credit Cards

The Hilltop Inn1100 Harmony Way 422-1757Under $10/Casual/ No Reservations/Cash/Check/ All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar

Hornville Tavern2607 W. Baseline Rd.812-963-0967Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/No Credit Cards/Checks Accepted

IHOP601 N. Burkhardt Rd.471-0510Under $10, Casual//All Major Credit Cards

KT’s Fire Grill7247 Main St. , Wadesville, IN812-673-4996$10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/VISA/MC

Kippleville(Kipplee’s Partyhouse)2322 Division St.476-1936Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/All MajorCredit Cards

Koodie-Hoo’s 231 W. 2nd St., Mt. Vernon, IN812-838-5202Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Libby & Mom’s Café2 Richardt Ave.437-3040Under $10/Checks Accepted/VISA/MC/DSCVR

Log Inn12491 S. 200 E. , Haubstadt, IN812-867-3216Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/Full Bar

Merry-Go-Round Restaurant2101 Old Business 41 423-6388Under $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 Pan905 North Park Dr.425-2261Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/No Alcohol

Pop’s Grill516 S. Main St., New Harmony, IN812-682-3880 $10-$15/Casual/Checks/VISA/MC

Rafferty’s1400 N. Green River Rd.471-0024Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Red WagonHwy. 165 & I-64, Poseyville, IN812-874-2210$10-$15/Reservations Accepted/Checks, MS, Visa, Discover/ Full Bar

Rose Hill Café838 State St., Newburgh, IN812-853-8443Under $10/Casual/Checks/Reservations Accepted/All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol

Smitty’s Italian Steakhouse2109 W. Franklin St.423-6280$10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/Checks, All Major Credit CardsOnce 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 Inn9515 St. Wendel Rd.812-963-9310 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Checks Accepted/Full Bar

Stoll’s Country Inn 19820 Castle Creek Dr.812-867-7330Under $10/Check MC/Visa/Reservations Accepted/No Alcohol/Buffet-style menuStoll’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.

West Sider’s Restaurant4220 Broadway Ave.423-5844Under $10/Casual/Cash Only/No Alcohol

Wolf’s Tavern & Restaurant31 N. Green St., Henderson, KY270-212-1151 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Zesto’s102 W. Franklin St. 424-1416Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards

FINE DINING

Bonefish Grill6401 E. Lloyd Expwy.401-3474$15-$25/Credit Cards/Checks Accepted/Full Bar

Cavanaugh’sCasino Aztar (Pavilion Level 2)421 N.W. Riverside Dr.433-4333$20-$30/Reservations Recommended/No Checks Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit CardsFlawless 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.

Cork ‘N Cleaver650 S. Hebron Ave.479-6974$10-$25/Causual/Reservations Recommended/All Major Credit Cards

The Edgewater Grille1 E. Water St., Newburgh, IN812-858-2443$10-$15/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit CardsOwner Jacqueline Schen opens her spacious dining rooms and contemporary upscale menu to foodies and families alike. Panoramic views of the Ohio River set the scene for diners as they feast on everything from brick oven pizza, seafood, steaks and more. Don’t forget dessert! The staff at Edgewater makes sinful treats that finish off any meal perfectly.

The Jungle Restaurant415 Main St.425-5282Over $25/Reservations Only/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards/Full Specialty Bar

Lorenzo’s Bistro & Bakery972 S. Hebron Ave.475-9477$15-$25/Upscale Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks/All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar

Madeleine’s Restaurant423 S.E. 2nd St.491-8611$15-$25/Reservations Recommended/Checks/All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar

Red Geranium 504 N. St., New Harmony, IN812-682-4431$15-$25/Reservations Recommended/Full Bar/Credit CardsEstablished 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.

FROZEN YOGURT

Orange Leaf701 N. Burkhardt Rd.401-5215Under $10/ No Reservations/ All Major Credit Cards/ No Alcohol

Sweet CeCe’s(Newburgh) 8680 High Pointe Dr.853-5276(North) 12414 US 41867-6228(East) 4827 Davis Lant477-5276(West) 5625 Pearl Dr.401-5232Under $10/ No Reservations/ All Major


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AlcoholSweet CeCe’s is truly a mecca for sweet. Boasting six alternating flavors of frozen yogurt and an almost endless selection of different toppings to choose from, making your own frozen treat becomes an art form. Sweet CeCe’s fun, contemporary atmosphere is ideal for any family outing or

dessert destination with your significant other.

GERMAN

Gerst Bavarian Haus2100 W. Franklin St.424-1420Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

GREEK

The Acropolis Fine Greek Cuisine and Spirits501 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 Click4AMealFrom 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.

INDIAN

Taj Mahal Indian Cuisine900 Tutor Ln.476-5000Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/All Major Credit Cards

ITALIAN/MEDITERRANEAN

Angelo’s305 Main St.428-6666$10-$15/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano16401 E. Lloyd Expwy.421-0800$10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/VISA/MCWith 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 one of the finest selections of wine in the area, making it easy to pair the right dish with the right glass. Don’t forget about their delectable desserts, too!

Café Arazu 117 W. Jennings St., Newburgh, IN812-842-2200$10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/VISA/ MC/DSCVR

Charzad519 N. Green River Rd.473-2849Under $10/Casual/VISA/MC/ DSCVR

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

House of Como2700 S. Kentucky St.422-0572$10-$20/Casual/Checks Accepted/Cash/Full Bar

Manna Mediterranean 2913 Lincoln Ave.473-7005Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards

Milano’s Italian Cuisine500 Main St.484-2222$10-$15/Casual/Reservations Recommended/All Major Credit Cards/Beer & Wine

The Olive Garden Italian Restaurant1100 N. Green River Rd.473-2903 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/Full Bar/Credit Cards

Pita Pan4222 Bell Road (812) 853-9555Under $10/No ReservationsNo Alcohol/No Checks, VISA

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

IRISH

Ri Ra Irish Pub701 N.W. Riverside Dr. 426-0000$10-$25/Casual/Reservations

Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit CardsFun, 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.

JAPANESE

Fujiyama Japanese Steakhouse 917 North Park Dr. 812-962-4440$10-$20/Casual/Beer & Wine/Reservations Accepted/Credit Cards

Ginmaya Asian Diner4827 Davis Lant471-8100$10-$15/ Reservations Accepted/ No Checks, All Major Credit Cards/ No Alcohol

Iwataya Japanese Restaurant8401 N. Kentucky Ave.812-868-0830$10-$15/Full Bar/All Major CC

Kanpai Sushi & Asian Bistro4593 Washington Ave.471-7076$10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards/Online ordering available – www.mykanpai.com – powered by Click4AMealKanpai Sushi & Asian Bistro offers a different experience with the same great sushi that’s now ranked #1 on Urbanspoon.com in the area. With something for nearly every taste, 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


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Nagasaki Inn5720 Virginia St.473-1442$10-$15/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Full Bar/ All Major Credit CardsWith a serene front-of-the-house 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.

Okami Japanese Sushi & Hibachi5435 Pearl Drive424-3413Under $10/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks and All Major Credit Cards/ No Alcohol

Roppongi Japanese Steak & Sushi7221 E. Indiana St.437-5824$10-$15/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks and All Major Credit Cards/ No Alcohol

Tokyo Japan3000 N. Green River Rd.401-1020Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards

Zuki Japanese Grill & Sushi Lounge1448 N. Green River Rd.477-9854$10-$15/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Beer & Wine Serviced /All Major Credit Cards

KOREAN

Jaya’s119 S.E. 4th St.422-6667Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/Beer & Wine/All Major Credit CardsJaya’s is the downtown destination for Korean cuisine and sushi. Jaya’s boasts a cozy atmosphere perfect for a night on the town with a friend or a date night.

LATIN AMERICAN

Los Alfaro1704 S. Kentucky Ave.422-8070Under $10/ Reservations Accepted/ No Checks, All Major Credit Cards/ Beer & Wine Los Alfaro is a diamond in the rough in the Evansville area. It serves up a variety of unique and exotic dishes, most directly from family recipes originating from Peru. Enjoy a drink and a dance lesson on the patio, or focus on the one-of-a-kind, flavorful food Los Alfaro has to offer.

MEXICAN

Acapulco Mexican(East) 3339 N. Green River Rd. 475-0566 (Newburgh) 8480 High Pointe Dr. 812-858-7777Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/Reservations Accepted/MC, Visa/Online ordering available –www.fiestaacapulco.com -powered by Click4AMeal

Cancun Mexican(Henderson) 341 S. Green St.270-826-0067Under $10/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards/Online ordering available – www.cancunhenderson.com - powered by Click4AMealChoice Mexican eats in the northern part of the bluegrass state right across the river from Evansville and in Warrick County too. All the staples are here including a variety of quesadillas, burritos, fajitas and enchiladas. Cancun’s specialties include Paella (charbroiled chicken breast, steak, and shrimp covered in Aztecan spices, rice, and veggies.) and the Fajitas Taco Salad loaded to perfection. Seafood, pork, and dessert dishes are also available.

El Charro720 N. Sonntag Ave.421-1986$10-$15/Casual/Reservations Recommended/All Major Credit Cards/Beer & Wine

El Maguey 601 W. State Rd. 62, Boonville, IN812-897-20283250 Warrick Dr.812-897-6666Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/Checks Accepted/MC, VISA/Online ordering available – www.mymaguey.com -powered by Click4AMeal

El Rio1919 Green River Rd.812-471-1400Under $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. 422-2055Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/VISA/MC/AMEX

Hot Head Burritos5625 Pearl Dr., Suite A437-5010Under $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.477-3351Under $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.464-3136Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/VISA/ MC/AMEX

Los Portales1339 N. Green River Rd.475-0566Under $10/ No Checks, All Major Credit Cards/ Full Bar

Los Toribio’s2810 U.S. 41 N., Henderson, KY270-830-6610 1647 S. Green St. 270-831-2367Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Service Bar/All Major Credit Cards


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12100 Hwy. 41 N.868-8550 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Service Bar/All Major CC

Moe’s Southwest Grill6401 E. Lloyd Expwy. 491-6637Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards/Beer & Wine

Qdoba Mexican Grill922 Burkhardt Rd.401-0800Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/Reservations Accepted/MC/VISA Taco Tierra 420 S. Green River Rd. 402-8226Under $10/Casual/VISA/MC

Tequila’s408 Southwind Plaza, Mt. Vernon, IN812-838-2392Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/Reservations Accepted/MC/VISA

PIZZA/SANDWICHES

Archie & Clyde’s Restaurant8309 Bell Oaks Dr., Newburgh, IN490-7778 Under $10/Casual/Reservations/Full Bar/Visa, MC/Online ordering available – www.archieandclydes.com -powered by Click4AMeal

Big M’s Pizzeria1424 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 Pizza3911 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(West) 5625 Pearl Dr. Ste. G812-962-0034Under $10/Casual/No Alcohol Served/Non Smoking/No Credit Cards

Dave’s Sports Den Pizza & Pub701 N. Weinbach Ave.479-8887Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe222 E. Columbia St.425-2515Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Firedome Pizza & Wings 2046 Hwy. 41 N., Henderson, KY270-830-7700 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/Reservations Accepted/All Major Credit Cards

Firehouse Subs1031 N. Green River Rd.477-2141Under $10/ No Reservations/ All Major Credit Cards/ No Alcohol

Gardo’s Italian Oven 13220 Darmstadt Rd.812-868-8071Under $10/Casual

Geronte’s Pizza4706 Vogel Rd. 474-1700Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/Beer & Wine/VISA/MC

Greeks Pizza240 S. Green River Rd.402-4733Under $10/Credit Cards

Heady’s Pizza4120 N. First Ave. 437-4343Under $10/Casual/VISA/MC

Highland Pizza Shop6669 Kratzville Rd. 402-8900Under $10/VISA/MC

Hott’s Bar & Grill122 N. Weinbach Ave.471-9150Under $10/ No Reservations/ No Checks, All Major Credit Cards/ Full Bar

Kipplee’s Stadium Inn2350 Division St.479-1542Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Mama Roma’s Pizza & Wings2008 E. Morgan Ave.422-1212Under $10/Casual/Checks/All Major Credit Cards

Mojo’s Boneyard Sports Bar & Grill4920 Bellemeade Ave.475-8593$10-$15/ No Checks, All Major Credit Cards/Full BarNamed after the owner’s beloved 18 year old dachshund, Mojo’s Boneyard on Bellemeade Avenue is the best place to hang out for fun, relaxation and amazing food on the east side of Evansville. Newly refurbished and super clean, Mojo’s is a sports bar with a twist. Their tasty menu is designed with all of your favorites, old & new. The house special is Mo’ Steam Burgers, a massive steamed and juicy burger smothered with their special melted cheese.

Mr. B’s Pizza & Wings 2611 Hwy. 41 N., Henderson, KY270-826-1111Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks/Beer & Wine/MC

Noble Roman’s Pizza(East) 2403 Washington Ave. (Ross Center) 477-5347(West) 4807 W. Lloyd Expwy. 424-0996 Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/Beer & Wine/Credit Cards/Online ordering available – www.nobleromansevansville.com -powered by Click4AMeal

Old Chicago Pasta & Pizza6550 E. Lloyd Expwy.401-1400Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar/Online ordering available – www.evansvilleoldchicago.com - powered by Click4AMealYou 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!


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. 812-423-7272Under $10/Credit CardsPapa John’s is the recognized leader of the pizza category and now owns or franchises more than 3,500 restaurants in all 50 states and 29 countries. More than 25 years later, one thing remains the same. Papa John’s is still fully committed to delivering on its brand promise of “Better Ingredients. Better Pizza.”

Parkway Pizza3911 Broadway Ave.423-3339Under $10/No Alcohol/Checks/MC/VISAParkway 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, IN812-853-3338$10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/Beer & Wine/MC/VISA

Pizza Depot11845 Old Petersburgh Rd.812-867-9131Under $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

Roca Bar - South1618 S. Kentucky Ave.422-7782

Roca Bar - North12301 Hwy. 41 North812-868-8898$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. 812-867-7172Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks/Beer & Wine/VISA/MC

Sam’s Pizzeria 2011 W. Delaware423-3160$10-$15/Casual/No Alcohol

Samuel’s Place 518 Main. St., New Harmony, IN812-682-3001 Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards

Sandy’s Pizza 609 S. Main St., Ft. Branch, IN812-759-3972Under $10/Casual/Beer & Wine/All Major Credit Cards

The Slice2011 Lincoln Ave.476-8518Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/Beer & Wine/All Major Credit Cards

Spanky’s Una Pizza714 N. Sonntag402-6776$10-$15/ No Reservations/ Checks, MC, Visa/ No Alcohol

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1200 Edgar St.402-8696Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/Beer & Wine/VISA/MC

Turoni’s Forget-Me-Not-Inn4 N. Weinbach Ave. 477-7500Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Turoni’s Pizzeria & Brewery408 N. Main St.812-424-98718011 Bell Oaks Rd. 490-5555, Newburgh, INUnder $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar - In house Brewery/All Major Credit Cards

Walther’s Golf ‘n Fun2301 N. 1st Ave.464-4472Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

PRIVATE DINING

C.J.’s Party Place(Inside Willow Lanes)Virginia & Hwy. 41422-6682Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/Reservations Necessary for Parties/All Major Credit Cards

Edgewater Grille: La Veranda Banquet Room5 E. Water St. (Newburgh, IN)858-2443Reservations Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards/ Full Bar

Just Rennie’s Catering100 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 CardsChef 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 Gallery956 Parrett St. 467-4255$15 - $25/Banquet facilities/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards

Kirby’s 1113-1119 Parrett St. 422-2230$10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/Reservations Necessary/All Major Credit Cards

Old Post Office Event Center100 NW 2nd St.253-2102$10-$15/ No Reservations/ Checks, All Major Credit Cards/ Full BarHost 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.

Schmitt Catering & More812-909-0566/812-774-6547Under $10/Reservations Necessary/Checks Accepted/No Credit Cards

PUBS

Chilly Willy’s Pub3039 Claremont Ave. 423-0726Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/Credit Cards

Corner Pocket Bar & Grill1819 N. Fulton Ave.428-2255Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/VISA/MC

Cricket’s 518 W. Main St., Newburgh, IN812-858-2782Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Darren’s Pub713 N. Green St., Henderson, KY812-827-2206Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/VISA/MC

Dave’s Sportsden Pizza & Pub701 N. Weinbach Ave.479-8887Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/Checks/All Major Credit Cards

D.C.’s Pub900 W. Buena Vista401-6425Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/Checks/All MajorCredit Cards

Doc’s1305 Stringtown Rd.401-1201Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/VISA/MC

Fox & Hound English Pub and Grille5416 E. Indiana St.473-5721 Between $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Ginny’s Place 1602 Vann Ave. 477-0789Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/VISA/MC

K.C.’s Time Out Lounge & Grill1121 S. Green River Rd.437-9920Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/Checks/VISA/MC/DSCVRK.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.

Jazzy Grooves217 Main St.812-604-1936Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/Checks/All Major Credit Cards

Kipplee’s Stadium Inn2350 Division St.479-1542Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/VISA/MC

Lamasco Bar & Grill1331 W. Franklin St. 437-0171Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards

Main Gate Sports Bar518 Main St.484-1066Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/Checks Accepted/VISA/ MC/DSCVR

Old Chicago Pasta & Pizza6550 E. Lloyd Expwy. 401-1400Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/Reservations Accepted/All Major Credit CardsYou 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


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The Marigold Bar2112 S. Weinbach Ave. 475-8780Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/Cash Only

The Pub1348 Division St.423-2121 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Cards

The Pointe Sports Bar830 LST Dr. 425-4840Under $10/Casual/No Checks/All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar

Ri Ra Irish Pub701 N.W. Riverside Dr. 426-0000$10-$25/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit CardsFun, 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 Bar1618 S. Kentucky Ave.422-7782

Roca Bar - North12301 Hwy. 41 North812-868-8898$10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks/All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar

Rookie’s Sports Bar(Henderson) 117 Second St.270-826-1106Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Credit Cards/Full Bar

Sportsman’s Billiards & Grille 2315 W. Franklin St.422-0801Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/All Major Credit CardsDespite 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 & Grill1801 Waterworks Rd.425-1912Under $10/ No Reservations/ Checks, MC, Visa, Discover/ Full Bar

Wolf’s Tavern & Restaurant31 N. Green St., Henderson, KY270-212-1151 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

SEAFOOD

Bonefish Grill6401 E. Lloyd Expwy. 401-3474$15-$25/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Credit Cards/Full Bar

Cheeseburger in Paradise8301 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.402-5122Under $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

Red Lobster4605 Bellemeade Ave. 477-9227$10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/Credit Cards

Tin Fish 300 W. Jennings Station, Newburgh490-7000$10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/All Major Credit CardsA 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 event take in some live music on the patio. What ever your interest is, find them – it’s worth it!

SPANISH

Eclipse Tapas Bar& Restaurant 113 SE 4th St.463-6040Under $10/Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/Checks Accepted/VISA/MC

STEAKHOUSES

Cork ‘N Cleaver650 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 Nest11845 Old Petersburg Rd.812-867-2386Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

House of Como2700 S. Kentucky St.422-0572$10-$20/Casual/Checks Accepted/Cash/Full Bar

Logan’s Roadhouse Steakhouse(East) 1 N. Burkhardt Rd.471-8403(West) 5645 Pearl Dr. 421-0908Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/Checks Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Logsdon Restaurant1206 E. Main St. Boonville, IN812-897-8813Under $10/ Reservations Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards/ Full BarLocated a hop-skip-and-a-jump away from Evansville in Boonville, IN, Logsdon Restaurant offers a heart dish for most any mood. From Juicy steaks to scrumptious seafood, Logsdon Restaurant also offers a family friendly environment that is clean and homey with a contemporary touch. Walk-ins


are welcome, carry-out is available and whether you are looking for a great breakfast, lunch, or dinner, Logsdon has you covered.

Longhorn Steakhouse320 N. Green River Rd.473-2400$10-$15/Casual/Call Ahead Seating/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar

Outback Steakhouse 7201 Indiana St. 474-0005$10-$15/Casual/No Reservations/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Sirloin Stockade4610 Bellemeade Ave.473-0300Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/No Alcohol/VISA/MC/DSCVR

Smitty’s Italian Steakhouse2109 W. Franklin St.423-6280$10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/Checks, All Major Credit CardsOnce 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.

Steak & Take Grill4946 Hwy. 261473-0300$10-$15/ Checks/MC/Visa, Discover/ No Alcohol

Texas Roadhouse7900 Eagle Crest Blvd.477-7427$10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/No Reservations/No Checks/VISA/MC/ DSCVRIt 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 and great fun for a great price.

Western Rib-Eye & Ribs1401 N. Boeke Rd.476-5405$12-$18/Casual/Reservations/Full Bar/All Major Credit CardsA down-home atmosphere and a perfectly cooked steak make this the beef lover’s mecca. And, since they serve only Certified Angus Beef steaks – you can be sure the quality is top-notch . If you aren’t in the mood for beef, a full menu including fresh lobster will curb the appetite of any member of your party. Be sure to create your own flavors here, at one of the largest, freshest and most delectable salad bars in the area.

TAVERNS

Bob’s Lounge907 N. Fares Ave. 425-4929Under $10/Casual/Full Bar

Buck’s Tavern1015 N. Fulton Ave. 429-0055Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/No Checks/All Major Credit Cards

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

Corner Pocket1819 Fulton Ave. 428-BALL Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/All MajorCredit Cards

Darmstadt Inn13130 Darmstadt Rd.812-867-7300Under $10/Casual/MC/ VISA/Full BarDarmstadt Inn is a fantastic choice for regional fare. It is ideal for home-style meals straight out of grandma’s kitchen. This place may be homey but it is anything but plain, offering savory dishes exploding with flavor.

Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe222 E. Columbia St.425-2515Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/Full Service Bar/All Major Credit Cards Accepted

Diamond Lanes2400 Hwy 41 N.424-4677Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/Major Credit Cards

Doc’s Nightclub1305 Stringtown Rd.401-1201Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/All MajorCredit Cards

Duck Inn4100 Pollack Ave.479-8050 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/No Checks/All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar

Fat Boy Tavern115 N. McCreary Ave. (Ft. Branch, IN)812-753-9914Under $10/ Checks, All Major Credit Cards/ Full Bar

Fred’s Bar & Grill421 Read St.423-8040Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/Cash Only/Full Bar

Hornville Tavern & Catering2607 Baseline Rd.812-963-9318Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/Checks Accepted

The Knob Hill Tavern(Newburgh)1016 Hwy. 662 West812-853-9550Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/Full Bar/Credit Cards

Legends(Inside River City Recreation)1050 S. Weinbach Ave.476-74444Under $10/Casual/Major Credit Cards/Full Bar

Lyle & Bills Sports Zone1404 E. Morgan Ave.425-7729 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/VISA/MC/Full Bar

The Peephole Bar & Grill201 Main St.423-5171 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/Checks/MC/VISA, DSCVR

Rick’s 718 Bar & Grill718 3rd Ave. 423-0872Under $10/Casual/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Sam & Jimmy’s Hobo Jungle1323 S. Barker Ave.491-6229Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/All MajorCredit Cards

711 Tavern711 Virginia St.422-0904Under $10/Cash Only/Full Bar

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St. Phillips Inn (Mt. Vernon) 11200 Upper Mt. Vernon Rd. 812-985-5558Under $10/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Checks Accepted/Full Bar/Credit Cards

Sportsman’sBilliards & Grille2315 W. Franklin St.422-0801Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All MajorCredit CardsDespite 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.

Stockwell Inn4001 E. Eichel Ave. 476-2384Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Cash Only/Full BarJerry and Betty bought Stockwell Inn 26 years ago, and have made it an Evansville tradition. Stockwell offers great food and drinks at reasonable prices, combined with great service in a relaxing atmosphere. Check them out, they are one of the only east-side taverns.

T.J.’s Stockyard Inn1217 Baker Ave. 402-9273Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/Cash Only

Yellow Tavern(New Harmony) 521 Church St. 812-682-3303Under $10/Casual/ Full Bar/Checks Accepted/Credit & Debit Not AcceptedThe epitome of the good old American pub. Yellow Tavern serves up nothing but the favorites (when a few brews are involved.) The tavern boasts cheeseburgers, fries, pizza and a variety of fried confectionaries.

THAI

Thai Papaya Cuisine6240 E. Virginia St.477-8424Under $10/ All Major Credit Cards/Online ordering available – www.thaipapayacuisine.com - powered by Click4AMeal

VIETNAMESE

Vietnamese Cuisine4602 Vogel Rd.491-1884$10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/VISA/MC


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Los Portales3339 N. Green River Rd. 475-0566

The Acropolis - Fine Greek Cuisine & Spirits501 N. Green River Rd. 475-9320

Applebee’s Bar & Grill5100 E. Morgan Ave. 471-0929

Bar Louie7000 Eagle Crest Blvd. 476-7069

Black Buggy Restaurant4920 Davis Lant Dr. 473-0012

Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano16401 E. Lloyd Expwy. 421-0800

Bob Evans Restaurant 1125 N. Green River Rd. 473-9022

Bonefish Grill6401 E. Lloyd Expwy. 401-3474

Boston’s - The Gourmet Pizza3911 Venetian Dr.812-853-3400

Buffalo Wild Wings (BW3)713 N. Green River Rd. 471-9464

Café 111111 S. Green River Rd. #D 401-8111

Carousel Restaurant5115 Monroe Ave.479-6388

Cheeseburger in Paradise8301 Eagle Lake Dr. 475-1074

Chili’s Grill & Bar600 N. Green River Rd. 475-1510

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

Cici’s Pizza101-B N. GreenRiver Rd. 477-2424

Cleavers Restaurant5501 E. Indiana St.473-0001

Cork ‘N Cleaver650 S. Hebron Ave.479-6974

Cracker Barrel8215 Eagle Lake Dr. 479-8788

Crazy Buffet701 N. Burkhardt Rd. 437-8833

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

Dave’s Sports Den Pizza & Pub701 N. Weinbach Ave. 479-8887

Denny’s Restaurant351 N. Green River Rd. 473-1063

Donut Bank Bakery & Coffee Shop5 N. Green River Rd. 479-05111950 Washington Ave. 477-27111200 Lincoln Ave.402-4111

Duck Inn4100 Pollack Ave.479-8050

El Rio 1919 Green River Rd. 471-1400

Fox & Hound English Pub and Grille 5416 E. Indiana St.473-5721

Ginny’s Place 1602 Vann Ave. 477-0789

Golden Buddha 3221 Taylor Ave. 473-4855

Golden Corral130 Cross Point Blvd. 473-1095

Grand Buffet Mongolian Grill1356 N. GreenRiver Rd. 476-6666

The Great American Bagel3901 Morgan Ave. 476-7212

Geronte’s Pizza4706 Vogel Rd. 474-1700

Grand Traverse Pie Co.6245 Vogel Rd.477-7437

Greeks Pizza240 S. Green River Rd. 402-4733

Hacienda Mexican Restaurant990 S. Green River Rd. 474-1635

Harbor Bay Seafood4706 Morgan Ave.402-5122

Hooters4620 Lincoln Ave. 475-0229

Hott’s Grill122 N. Weinbach Ave. 437-3377

House of Como2700 S. Kentucky St. 422-0572

Honey Baked Ham1446 N. Green River 471-2940

Jeanne’s Gelato 2003 Lincoln Ave.479-8272

J. Gumbo 1211 Tutor Ln. 473-2951

Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches701 N. Burkhardt Rd. Ste. C 401-5400

K.C.’s Time Out Lounge & Grill1121 S. Green River Rd. 437-9920

Kanpai Sushi & Asian Bistro4593 Washington Ave. 471-7076

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

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

Los Alfaro1704 S. KyAve. 422-8070

Legends(Inside River City Recreation)1050 S. Weinbach Ave. 476-74444

Lincoln Garden2001 Lincoln Ave.471-8881

Logan’s Roadhouse Steakhouse1 N. Burkhardt Rd.471-8403

Longhorn Steakhouse320 N. Green River Rd. 473-2400

Lorenzo’s Bistro & Bakery 972 S. Hebron Ave.475-9477

Los Bravos 834 Tutor Ln.474-9078

Lucky Dragon Chinese Restaurant4313 E. Morgan Ave. 479-5006

Mama Roma’s Pizza & Wings2008 E. Morgan Ave. 422-1212

Mandarin GardenChinese Restaurant2013 N. GreenRiver Rd. 476-7088

Manna Mediterranean 2913 Lincoln Ave.473-7005

The Marigold Bar2112 S. Weinbach Ave. 475-8780

MAT. 888 China Bistro5636 Vogel Rd.475-2888

Maxine’s Cafe & Bakery1322 N. GreenRiver Rd. 473-3663

Mojo’s Boneyard Sports Bar & Grill4920 Bellemeade Ave. 475-8593

Nagasaki Inn5720 Virginia St.473-1442

Noble Roman’s Pizza 2403 Washington Ave. (Ross Center)477-5347

O’Brian’s Sports Bar & Grill1801 N.GreenRiver Rd. 401-4630

O’Charley’s7301 E. Indiana St.479-6632

Old Chicago Pasta & Pizza6550 E. Lloyd Expwy. 401-1400

The Olive Garden Italian Restaurant1100 N. Green River Rd. 473-2903

Outback Steakhouse 7201 Indiana St. 474-0005

Papa Johns 303 N Weinbach 477-7700/5436 E Indiana St. 473-5200

Penn Station East Coast Subs137 N. Burkhardt Rd. 479-PENN

Pizza King 1033 S. Weinbach Ave. 476-9441

Qdoba Mexican Grill 922 Burkhardt Rd.401-0800

Red Lobster4605 Bellemeade Ave. 477-9227

Rafferty’s1400 N. GreenRiver Rd. 471-0024

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

Red Robin Gourmet Burgers6636 E. Lloyd Exp.473-4100

Roly Poly Sandwiches5702 E. Virginia St.962-2326

Rounder’s Pizza12731 N. GreenRiver Rd. 867-7172

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Show-Me’s1700 Morgan Ctr. Dr. 401-SHOW

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

The Slice2011 Lincoln Ave.476-8518

Sirloin Stockade4610 Bellemeade Ave. 473-0300

Smiling Moose Deli724 N. Burkhardt Rd. 477-3354

Spudz –N– Stuff812 S. Green River Rd. 401-7783

Stockwell Inn4001 E. Eichel Ave. 476-2384

Szechwan Chinese Restaurant669 N. Green River Rd. 479-7600

T.G.I. Friday’s(In Eastland Mall)800 N. Green River Rd. 491-8443

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

Taj Mahal Indian Cuisine 900 Tutor Ln. 476-5000

Texas Roadhouse7900 Eagle Crest Blvd. 477-7427

Thai Papaya Cuisine6240 E. Virginia St.477-8424

Tokyo Japan3000 N. GreenRiver Rd. 401-1020

Turoni’s Forget-Me-Not-Inn4 N. Weinbach Ave. 477-7500

Vietnamese Cuisine 4602 Vogel Rd. 491-1884

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

Wok ‘N’ Roll311 S. Green River Rd. 474-0181

Yen Ching Chinese Restaurant406 S. Green River Rd. 474-0181

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

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

DOWNTOWN

Angelo’s305 Main St.428-6666

Blush Ultra Lounge & Tapas Bar615 N.W. Riverside Dr. 433-4700

Backstage Bar & Grill 524 Main St. 4245020

Bits & Bytes 216 Main St. 423-5113

Cavanaugh’sCasino Aztar (Pavilion Level 2)421 N.W. Riverside Dr. 433-4333

Diamond Deli421 Riverside Dr. (Casion Aztar, pavilion level 1) 433-6122

Dilegge’s Italian 607 N. Main St.428-3004

EclipseTapas Bar& Restaurant 113 SE 4th St.463-6040

Emge’s Deli & Ice Cream206-208 Main St. 422-3026/422-7030

Fresh Harvest Deli101 N.W. 1st St.421-0407

Jaya’s119 S.E. 4th St.422-6667

The Jungle Restaurant415 Main St.425-5282

Just Rennie’s Catering100 S.E. 4th St.401-8098

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

La Sombra Coffee Company318 Main St.492-4567

Madeleine’s Restaurant423 S.E. 2nd St.491-8611

Main Gate Sports Bar518 Main St.484-1066

Major Munch(Old Post Office Place, Downtown Evansville)437-2363

Max & Erma’sCasino Aztar(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

Piece of Cake210 Main St.424-2253

The Pointe Sports Bar 830 LST Dr. 425-4840

The Red Fez6 Walnut St.423-4285

Ri Ra Irish Pub701 N.W. Riverside Dr. 426-0000

Penny Lane Coffeehouse600 S.E. 2nd St.421-8741

River Front Grill1 Main St. 422-1800

Spudz–N– Stuff101 N.W. 1st St.402-7555

Temptations Buffet Casino Aztar (Pavilion Level 2)421 Riverside Dr.433-4000

Turoni’s Pizzeria & Brewery 408 N. Main St. 424-9871

Twilight Bistro221 Main St.421-0606

CENTRAL/SOUTH

Abby Road Coffee Bean Emporium422 N. Main St.402-0842

Bar-B-Q Barn1003 E. Diamond Ave. 491-9868

Big M’s Pizzeria1424 N. Main St.434-6909

C.J.’s Party Place(Inside Willow Lanes)Virginia & Hwy. 41

Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe222 E. Columbia St.425-2515

Fred’s Bar & Grill421 Read St.423-8040

Hickory Pit Stop1521 N. Main St.422-6919

The Pub1348 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

Talk of the Town Pizza 1200 Edgar St. 402-8696

NEARBYArchie & Clyde’s Restaurant8309 Bell Oaks Dr., Newburgh, IN490-7778

Acapulco Mexican8480 High Pointe Dr., Newburgh, IN812-858-7777

Beef O’Brady’s8177 Bell Oaks Dr., Newburgh, IN490-9464

Cancun Mexican341 S. Green St., Henderson, KY270-826-006710640 Newburgh Rd., Newburgh, IN812-490-9936

Café Arazu 117 W. Jennings St., Newburgh, IN812-842-2200

Cricket’s 518 W. Main St., Newburgh, IN812-858-2782

Darmstadt Inn13130 Darmstadt Rd. 812-867-7300

Denny’s Classic Diner 19501 Elpers Rd. 812-867-7156

Donut Bank Bakery & Coffee Shop Newburgh3988 SR 261812-858-9911

The Edgewater Grille 1 E. Water St., Newburgh, IN812-858-2443

The Knob Hill Tavern 1016 Hwy. 662 West, Newburgh, IN812-853-9550

El Maguey 601 W. State Rd. 62, Boonville, IN812-897-20283250 Warrick Dr.812-897-6666

Ellis Park-ClubhouseHwy. 41 North, Henderson, KY800-333-8110


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Pizza & Wings 2046 Hwy. 41 N., Henderson, KY 270-830-7700

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

Gardo’s Italian Oven 13220

Darmstadt Rd. 812-868-8071

Golden Buddha 5066 S.R. 261 , Newburgh, IN 812-853-2680

Golden Corral1770 S. Green St. Henderson, KY270-869-9310

Haub Steak House101 E. Haub St. Haubstadt, IN812-768-6462

Hawg ‘N’ Sauce1600 Leonard Rd., Mt. Vernon, IN812-838-5339

Hornet’s Nest11845 Old Petersburg Rd.812-867-2386

Jalisco Mexican Restaurant 4044 Professional Ln., Newburgh, IN490-2814

Koodie-Hoo’s 231 W. 2nd St., Mt. Vernon, IN812-838-5202

Log Inn12491 S. 200 E. , Haubstadt, IN812-867-3216

Logsdon 1206 E Main St. Boonville, IN 812-897-8813

Los Toribio’s2810 U.S. 41 N., Henderson, KY270-830-6610 1647 S. Green St. 270-831-2367

Mr. B’s Pizza & Wings 2611 Hwy. 41 N., Henderson, KY 270-826-1111

Patio Bar & Grill104 N. Water St., Henderson, KY 270-831-9955

Penn Station East Coast Subs 1111 Barrett Rd. Henderson, KY270-826-7361

Papa Johns 3955 Haley Dr. Newbugh, IN 858-7272

Papa Johns 418 Center St. Henderson, KY 270-826-4444

Pizza KingHwy. 66 & 261 , Newburgh, IN812-853-3368

Planter’s Coffee House 130 N. Main St., Henderson, KY270-830-0927

Pop’s Grill516 S. Main St., New Harmony, IN812-682-3880

Red Geranium 504 N. St., New Harmony, IN812-682-4431

Rookie’s Sports Bar117 Second St., Henderson, KY270-826-1106

Rose Hill Café838 State St., Newburgh, IN812-853-8443

St. Phillips Inn 11200 Upper Mt. Vernon Rd., Mt. Vernon, IN812-985-5558

Sarah’s Harmony Way 610 Church St.New Harmony, IN 682-3611

Samuel’s Place 518 Main. St., New Harmony, IN812-682-3001

Sandy’s Pizza 609 S. Main St., Ft. Branch, IN812-759-3972

Southern Ride BBQ1023 B Church St., New Harmony, IN812-682-4227

Spudz –N– Stuff192 Garden Mile Rd. Henderson, KY

Stoll’s Country Inn 19820 Castle Creek Dr. 812-867-7730

Tin Fish 300 W. Jennings Station, Newburgh490-7000

Turoni’s Pizzeria & Brewery 8011 Bell Oaks Rd. 490-5555,Newburgh, IN

Vecchio’s Italian Market & Delicatessen 14 W. Jennings St. Newburgh, IN490-7879

Wolf’s Tavern & Restaurant31 N. Green St., Henderson, KY270-212-1151

Yellow Tavern521 Church St., New Harmony, IN812-682-3303

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

Bob Evans 5201 Pearl Dr. 812-425-5100

Buffalo Wild Wings (BW3) 5404 Pearl Dr. 471-9464

Charlie & Barney’s1801 W. Franklin St. 423-5355

Cici’s Pizza5625 Pearl Dr. Ste. G 812-962-0034

China Town Buffet5435 Pearl Dr. 425-8146

Chilly Willy’s Pub3039 Claremont Ave. 423-0726

Corner Pocket1819 Fulton Ave. 428-BALL

Cross-Eyed Cricket2101 Pennsylvania St. 422-6464

Denny’s Classic Diner 5212 Weston Rd. 424-4472

Donut Bank Bakery & Coffee Shop210 N. St. Joseph Ave. 426-1011

El Charro720 N. Sonntag Ave. 421-1986

Gerst Bavarian Haus2100 W. Franklin St.424-1420

Hacienda Mexican 5440 Pearl Dr. 422-2055

The Hilltop Inn1100 Harmony Way 422-1757

Hornville Tavern2607 W. Baseline Rd. 812-963-0967

Janbo Restaurant 4500 W. Lloyd Expwy. 422-8289

Lamasco Bar & Grill 1331 W. Franklin St. 437-0171

Landmark BBQ3901 Broadway Ave. 401-7427

Logan’s Roadhouse Steakhouse5645 Pearl Dr. 421-0908

Los Bravos4630 W. Lloyd Expwy. 464-3136

Marx Barbeque & Catering Service3119 W. Maryland St. 425-1616

Noble Roman’s Pizza4807 W. Lloyd Expwy. 424-0996

O’Charley’s5125 Pearl Dr. 424-3348

The Old Mill 503 New Harmony Rd. 812-963-6000

Parkway Pizza3911 Broadway Ave. 423-3339

Penn Station East Coast Subs5310 Pearl Dr.434-PENN

Papa Johns 4814 W. Lloyd Expy 423-7272

Pizza King W. Franklin St.424-7976

Rounder’s Pizza510 W. Mill Rd. 424-4960

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

Spudz –N– Stuff5225 Pearl Dr.402-8287

Show-Me’s5501 Pearl Dr. 402-7100

Smitty’s Italian Steakhouse2109 W. Franklin St.423-6280

West Siders Restaurant4220 Broadway Ave. 423-5844

Wilson’s General Store, Café & BBQ11120 Broadway Ave. 812-985-0202

Zesto’s102 W. Franklin St.424-1416

NORTH SIDE

Bob’s Lounge907 N. Fares Ave. 425-4929

Canton Inn Restaurant 947 North Park Dr. 428-6611

Charlie’s Mongolian BBQ315 E. Diamond Ave. 423-9897

China King590 E. Diamond Ave. 423-1896

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

D.C.’s Pub900 W. Buena Vista401-6425


Denny’s Restaurant4301 Hwy. 41 N. 423-9459

Doc’s Nightclub1305 Stringtown Rd. 401-1201

Donut Bank Bakery & Coffee Shop2128 N. 1st Ave. 426-23111031 E. Diamond Ave. 426-0011

Enjoy It! Catering919 North Park Drive 425-6569

Farm Boy Foodmart 2761 N Kentucky Ave. 428-8436

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

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

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

The Granola Jar1033 Mt. Pleasant Rd. 437-1899

Hacienda Mexican Restaurant711 N. 1st. Ave.423-6355

Harbor Bay Seafood(In the North Park Shopping Center) 4428 N. First Ave. 426-0133

Heady’s Pizza4120 N. First Ave. 437-4343

Highland Pizza Shop6669 Kratzville Rd. 402-8900

Hornville Tavern & Catering2607 Baseline Rd.812-963-9318

Iwataya Japanese Restaurant8401 N. Kentucky Ave. 868-0830

Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches 8680 Highpoint Dr.491-7111

Los Bravos 3534 First Ave. 424-4101

Los Tres Caminos12100 Hwy. 41 N.868-8550

Merry-Go-Round Restaurant2101 Old Business 41 423-6388

The Nisbet Inn6701 Nisbet Rd. Haubstadt, IN 812-963-9305

Papa Johns 4204 1st Ave. 425-2345/ 1244 Hwy 41 N 867-7272

Penn Station East Coast Subs 4827 David Lant 402-PENN

The Pie Pan905 North Park Dr.425-2261

Pizza Depot11845 Old Petersburgh 812-867-9131

Pizza King 2411 Stringtown Rd. 401-1060

Roca Bar - North12301 Hwy. 41 N.812-868-8898

Steeplechase Café (Clarion Inn Airport)4101 Hwy. 41 N.424-6400

Stepto’s Bar-B-Q Shack4430 1st Ave.401-8227

Two Brothers3806 N. 1st Ave.423-6188

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

Zoup Fresh Soup Co.4660 N. 1st Ave.423-1800

Beer is a great compliment to a variety of foods, from steak to pizza. For your next dinner party or restaurant visit, remember that beer also pairs

nicely with chocolate and desserts. “Some people assume that only wine pairs with chocolate. I think beer makes a better pairing than wine because of its broad range of aromas and flavors,” said John-Michael Holas, a member of the North American Zone Quality team who has organized beer and chocolate pairings. “In addition, beer’s carbonation helps cut through chocolate flavors, refreshing your palate,” said Holas. “Beer is a great match for dessert,” said Gaspare Bonventre, Zythologist for the Fort Collins Brewery. “With a range of flavors and styles, it can be served alone as an after-dinner drink or paired with anything from fruity desserts to chocolate,” said Bonventre. Typically a beer with a light flavor such as a Bud Light will compliment simple, lighter desserts, such as pies, pastries, tarts, or even fresh fruit. “A lighter beer makes a wonderful palate cleanser, a perfect alternative to the typical sorbet,” said Adon Allen, Zythologist for the Baldwinsville Brewery. So keep that in mind when a loved one breaks out their special apple pie after the family holiday dinner. In general, when pairing beer with dessert, it’s best to select harmonizing flavors to ensure the dessert does not over power the beer. Zythologists suggest trying different beers and chocolate pairing to see how the flavors work. If chocolate is what you crave, consider trying a darker beer, such as Michelob AmberBock. A chocolate dessert, however, can pair well with a number of beer styles. Stella Artois, in particular, pairs nicely with a variety of chocolates.

Pairing Suggestions:

For rich desserts consider AmberBock, Budweiser American Ale, Beck’s Dark, or Michelob Porter. For a sweeter dessert consider Michelob Ultra.

By Ted Thompson

The Odd Couple: Beer and Dessert Pairing


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