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Hungry? Craving some frog legs or fiddlers? Whatever you’re hankering for, we’ve got it!

Crawford County’s restaurants, cafes, and kitchens serve everything from munchies to fast food and delicious home-style cooking to all-you-can-eat buffets. Gourmet dining and fine wines are also available.

Savor a seafood platter at The Dock. Grab a pizza at Papenos or the T-Mart Grill. Relish the Great Pizza served at the Pizza Palace.

Enjoy tasty broasted chicken at Van’s Country Table. Enjoy music and chef prepared food at the Blue River Cafe.

Take in the picture perfect view at the Overlook as you sip a glass of fine wine. Get ready for some great stillshots, and don’t forget to remove the lens cap!

BLUE RIVER CAFE

Diners at this casual restaurant are treated to gourmet food, a full line of fine spirits, a seasonal menu, and live music on Friday & Saturday nights.

website: BLUE RIVER CAFE

phone: 812-633-7510

CASTAWAY'S RESTAURANT

Located in Milltown next to Blue River, Castaways serves everything from ice cream to sandwiches and pizza. They also sell camping supplies and will even prepare and package food for your canoe trip! Open year round. Group discounts available.OPEN: Mon-Thur-11-AM 9-PM, Fri-Sat 11-AM-10-PM, Sun 11-AM-9-AM.

phone: 877-633-7841

Country Style Restaurant

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Stop in and check out our Daily Lunch Specials. Our Broasted Chicken, Pork Chops, or a Rib-eye Steak Dinners can make a day complete. We also have Banquet Facilities for your Party or Business Meeting! Call for reservations. Phone: 812-739-4510

phone: 812-739-4510

Crawford County Tourism Office

Feel free to contact us with any questions or stop by the office our Summer hours are Tues-Fri 10am-5pm. Saturday 9am-2pm

website: Crawford County Tourism Office

phone: 888-846-5397

Curbette

This short order drive-in is open 7 days a week from March through August 31. Open Thursday thru Sunday. September thru October. Take-out available.

phone: 812-338-2416

DOCK RESTAURANT

Set your course for the dock and enjoy casual dining on the banks of the Ohio River. Relax on the outside deck or enclosed porch while savoring a delicious seafood platter or other mouthwatering entree. Take in the sights and sounds of the river. A dining experience you don't want to miss. Phone: 812-739-4449

website: DOCK RESTAURANT

phone: 812-739-4449

Hillcrest Pub

SORRY WE ARE CLOSED. VISIT THIS SITE FOR UPDATES.

phone: 812-685-2483

La Laguna Restaurant

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Open SUN-THURS. 11:00AM-10:00PM. FRI.-SAT. 11:OO AM.-1O:30 PM. AUTHENTIC MEXICAN CUISINE-DINEIN-CARRY OUT. Also Lunch specials. Located close to the Newton-Stewart entrance to Patoka Lake, it is also next door to a coin operated laundromat.

phone: 812-685-2121

MARCY'S KITCHEN

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Home cooked meals and short orders are served in a casual atmosphere. Catering is available. Open daily in new English Mon-Sat. 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sun. 6 a.m. 3 p.m. PHONE: 812-338-3933

Ol' Marengo Diner

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Come enjoy our good home cooked meals with nice smiles and friendly atmosphere. Open breakfast and lunch 7 days a week (6am - 3pm daily). Call-in orders welcome. Operated by Becky Byerly.

phone: 812-365-2592

Overlook Restaurant

Perched on a bluff overlooking the Horseshoe Bend of the Ohio, the Overlook commands a magnificent panoramic view. Revel in the sights and sounds of the river as you enjoy savory fried chicken, homemade biscuits, and scrumptious desserts. Delicious country cooking served with a smile.

website: Overlook Restaurant

phone: 812-739-4264

Papeno's Pizza

Their specialty is pizza. They also offer a variety of hot sandwhiches and subs, salads and more. Eat in or take out. Open seven days a week.

phone: 812-365-2205

Patoka Lake Cafe

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Serving fresh cooked food. Breakfast, Lunch, Early dinner all served all day. American Food: Deli, Salads, Burgers and such. Soft serve ice cream, shakes, malts+ sundeas. Call ahead + Pickup orders welcome. Hours: TUES,WED,THURS,FRI,SAT= 6AM TO 6PM CLOSED MONDAYS (except holidays) Stop in and say hi to Jackie and Dolly!

phone: 812-685-2508

Patoka Lake Marina & Lodging

Water enthusiasts can choose from small fishing boats to party barges and large houseboats. Landlubbers can pick from a variety of fully-equipped rooms, suites, and cabins. Two convenient stores and a grill & laundromat will help make your stay at Patoka Lake pleasurable and fun.

website: Patoka Lake Marina & Lodging

phone: 888-819-6916

Pizza Palace

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Located near Patoke Lake and offering great pizza and breadsticks. This eatery is open the following hours: Closed on Tuesdays. Monday - Wednesday: 3-8. Friday & Saturday: 11-9. Sunday: 12-8.

phone: 812-338-2255

Poor Boys Country Store

Gas, bait, tackle, food, groceries and more. If we don't have it, you don't need it. Grill, specializing in ribs, corndogs, hamburgers, french fries, broasted chicken, and more...

phone: 812-338-3151

T-Mart Grill

Groceries, gasoline, soft-serve ice cream, pizza, fries, and grilled burgers are available at this convenience store. Open 6 days a week, Closed on Sunday. Contact: Tina Smith

phone: 812-365-2212

TERRIE'S PITSTOP

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Noted for their good food, good fun, and good spirits, Terrie's Pitstop can be found north of Wickliffe by the Newton-Stewart entrance to Patoka Lake.

phone: 812-685-2282

Tina's Pizza, Sandwich & Ice Cream Shop

Eat inside or use our walk-up window. Open 7 days a week.

phone: 812-365-2040

Van's Country Table

Great home cooked meals are served with friendly, southern Indiana hospitality. Delicious broasted chicken is one of their specialties. Now serving 8 Flavors of "Crunch i Creme" Ice Cream. Diners can choose from a full menu that is reasonably priced.

phone: 812-365-2645