Hundreds Of Restaurants & Bars In the Indiana Dunes

Taste your way through our diverse culinary scene with each juicy bite, refreshing sip, and locally-inspired menu. Enjoy seasonal dishes in a contemporary atmosphere or grab a fully-dressed hot dog on your way to the beach. Drop into a neighborhood hangout and savor a little Americana with the perfect burger or discover new flavors from further afield in one of our Chinese, Italian, French, Mexican, Japanese, Greek, Spanish, or Indian restaurants. Whatever you’re craving, you’re bound to find mouth-watering options from community to coast.

Midwest Living Culinary Tour

Our adventures aren’t limited to the outdoors. Lead your taste buds on an epic-urian journey through our region’s leading restaurants as discovered by the editors of Midwest Living.

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dish Restaurant

dish Restaurant has been serving modern American cuisine in a fusion of casual and fine dining for 19 years. You’ll find plenty of signature…

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Don Quijote Restaurante and Imports

Owners Carlos Rivero and Elena Jambrina, natives of Spain, serve authentic tapas, paella, desserts, and Spanish wines at this can’t-miss eatery…

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Wagner’s Ribs

This friendly, no-nonsense restaurant is known for the most award-winning fall-off-the-bone ribs in Indiana! So, about the only reason you'll need a…

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Meditrina Market Café

Color and flavor unite in this tiny Mediterranean restaurant serving lean fresh meals, including paprika chicken, combination plates, and more. This…

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Lucrezia Café

Northern Italy cuisine inspires Lucrezia’s award-winning, made-from-scratch menu. Savor creations like rigatoni with smoked chicken, braised lamb…

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Cafés & Coffee

Blackbird Café

Regulars come to this cozy coffeehouse for bagels and lox or quiche for breakfast, and they stay for the zesty sandwiches later in the day.

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Octave Grill

Burgers are taken to a new level at this kitschy restaurant where grass-fed beef is topped with local cheese and more than 25 toppings. Using fresh…

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Third Coast Spice Cafe

With a menu inspired by the owner's travels around the globe, visitors can enjoy omelets made with cage-free Indiana eggs, Indiana-raised bison…

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Craft House

This family-friendly smoke-free bar/restaurant serves craft beers, signature cocktails, and healthy food options with desserts large enough to share.…

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Industrial Revolution Eatery & Grille

Known for its burgers and steelworker-themed decor, the Industrial Revolution is a tribute to the American spirit. Be sure to look for the model…

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Kelsey’s Steakhouse

A butter knife cuts through the tender, char-grilled steaks, which are paired with favorites like twice-baked potatoes and seafood. Save room for the…

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Main + Lincoln

Colorful, sumptuous meals stand out against the simplicity of this refurbished turn-of-the-century building. The menu, along with an extensive…

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Parea Restaurant & Lounge

This spot lives up to its name: “parea,” which means gatherings of friends and family to enjoy good meals. Enjoy steak, chicken, and seafood with…

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Cultural Dining

Tao Chen’s

Save the airfare and get a taste of China and Thailand at Tao Chen’s, where the owner uses traditional recipes and fresh ingredients to create…

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Pizza

Tomato Bar Pizza Bakery

Pizza and beer taste better together, but the Tomato Bar’s are anything but common. Enjoy 20 on-tap craft beers, stone-baked pizza pies,…

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Chesterton Brewery

A veteran-owned brewery giving back to veterans and local heroes with every pour of custom-crafted microbrews. A place where you can feel comfortable…

1050 Broadway, Ste. 36, Chesterton

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Speakeasy at the Spa

Witness the historic rebirth of the 1920’s speakeasy. The Speakeasy at the Spa compliments their Spa Special Events Center located on the same…

333 N. Mineral Springs Rd., Porter

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(219) Taproom

They feature 16 taps shared with only a few carefully curated breweries Their beers are unique to NWI! Their menu is as creative and unique as their…

109 S. 3rd St., Chesterton

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Aaron’s Mortgage Inn

This local bar serves Italian beef, cheeseburgers, and daily specials. They also serve JJ’s Pizza all day and night.

1400 Broadway, Chesterton

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Abbiocco Italian Cuisine

Abbiocco translates to "food coma" in Italian and is a chef-driven contemporary Italian restaurant with menu highlights that include a variety of…

600 Gateway Blvd. N, Chesterton

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Aftermath Cidery & Winery

Enjoy a variety of locally-made ciders with small-plate food pairings. This hotspot often has live entertainment on the weekends.

15 N. Washington, Valparaiso

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AJ’s Pizza Co.

AJ's Pizza Co. is known for its original taste because all of its ingredients are prepared daily, including their signature homemade sauce and their…

3050 Matson Dr., Chesterton

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Albano’s Pasta Shop

This hand-made pasta shop features local, fresh ingredients, and a changing menu with a rustic, homestyle feel. They also have pasta for retail.

22 Washington St., Valparaiso

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Amici Grill & Pizzeria

A family-owned fast-casual style pizza, pasta, and sandwich shop serving only the freshest ingredients around.

1409 Lincolnway, Valparaiso

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Anderson’s Winery and Vineyard

Anderson's offers 24 different wines ranging from dry to sweet in red, rosé, and white, as well as snacks, panini sandwiches, cheese plates, and…

430 E. US 6, Valparaiso

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Spas

Evexia Salt Cave

15% OFF one service Evexia Salt Cave will take you back to the year 1839 when the first salt mine; a health resort was opened in Poland. The…

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Wines & Brews

Anderson's Winery and Vineyard

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BOGO tasting, get a 2nd tasting free. Must show coupon. ($7.50 value) Or 20% OFF one tasting Good wine, good food, great atmosphere, gift items,…

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Chesterton Feed & Garden Center

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25% OFF Butterfly-Loving Plants. Save 25% on any 3 butterfly-Loving. 1 Gallon Perennials. (regular price, in-stock perennials only. While supplies…

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Goblin & The Grocer

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Friends & Family Discount - 20% OFF the regular price This cafe, market, and pub proudly serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks, and…

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Attractions & Recreation

Inman's Bowling & Recreation Center

Inman’s Bowling & Recreation Center – Coupon

Buy one get one FREE, bowling games, time bowling, mini-golf, go-karts and paddle boats. Experience 32 lanes of bowling, a video game arcade with…

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Pizza

Salvoras Pizza, Inc.

Salvoras Pizza, Inc. – Coupon

15% OFF regular priced items. Must indicate coupon at the time of ordering and must present coupon at checkout (pick up or delivery). This…

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Hoary vervain grows in dry, sandy, or gravely soils in oak savannas and in prairies. This wildflower has a particular fondness for growing along…

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Hundreds Of Restaurants & Bars In the Indiana Dunes

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