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1. Farm House Restaurant at Fair Oaks Farms

4.0

Excellent(1025)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Fair Oaks, IN

Booked 3 times today

Step into The Farmhouse where familiar favorites are elevated into extraordinary dining experiences. Home-cooked never tasted so good as our chefs blend time-honored American comfort food with international flavors and culinary traditions. Soaring ceilings and a welcoming fireplace create a warm, inviting dining room where every meal feels special. From crafted and curated burgers to artisanal cheeseboards, and desserts, our commitment to quality ingredients and attentive service shines through in every dish we serve. Family is at the heart of what we do – we’ve created a versatile space where travelers can unwind, pause for a memorable meal, and gather for both casual dinners and special celebrations. Our hospitable team ensures every guest feels welcomed and valued. Come gather around our table and create lasting memories at The Farmhouse at Fair Oaks Farms.

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2. Lighthouse Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(1470)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Cedar Lake

Booked 73 times today

Nestled on the shores of cozy Cedar Lake, Lighthouse Restaurant welcomes residents, visitors, and boaters with its beacon of great food, fun, and friends. Surrounded by windows, diners enjoy the scenery of the water while savoring cuisine that is found nowhere else in the region.Voted BEST IN THE REGION for Steakhouse, Seafood, Fine Dining, and Wedding Venue!

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3. Boilerhouse Prime Steakhouse

4.8

Exceptional(109)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Lafayette / West Lafayette

Booked 26 times today

Boilerhouse Prime is a classic steakhouse offering a refined experience that celebrates the intertwined legacies of Purdue University and its golfing legends and visionaries. Named after iconic Purdue Boilermakers, the steakhouse pays homage to the traditions and pride of the Boilermaker community.The Boilerhouse Prime menu will feature USDA Prime, Linz Heritage, American Wagyu and A5 Japanese Wagyu cuts of beef seasoned with a signature rub that creates a visible crust and seals in the flavor of every bite. The steakhouse also features a unique-to-Lafayette raw bar alongside premium seafood and a curated selection of classic cocktails, rare wines, and exclusive bourbons.

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4. Whistle Stop Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(12)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Monon

Immerse yourself in the life of trains at The Whistle Stop Restaurant! We've got delicious food and while you're here be sure to check out the Monon Connection Museum!

5. Maple Tree Inn

4.8

Exceptional(4873)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Homewood

Booked 27 times today

Maple Tree Inn was awarded the very prestigious honor of being named in the Top 50 Southern Restaurants In America by OpenTable in 2018. We are proud to announce that the Maple Tree Inn has permanently relocated to Homewood, IL. We are committed to the art of Cajun/Creole cooking & maintaining our status as the first and longest-running Cajun/Creole restaurant in Chicagoland. We are featuring a menu of our signature dishes including our Hickory Buttered BBQ Shrimp, Country Gumbo, Jambalaya, Crawfish Étouffée, and many more! We have boutique wines on draft, signature hand crafted cocktails, and an impressive craft beer list. Our hand crafted, premium cocktail menu highlights the very best of our repertoire. We look forward to hosting you & providing you with all the comforts of New Orleans, just a little closer to home.

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6. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Schererville, IN

4.6

Exceptional(386)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Schererville, IN

Booked 57 times today

Experience the perfect fusion of award-winning wines, Napa-style tasting rooms, and modern casual dining at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants. Enjoy contemporary American cuisine influenced by international flavors from our scratch kitchen. Each dish is expertly paired with our selection of wines for the best food and wine match. Whether you explore the tasting room for a pre- or post-dinner adventure or join the world's largest wine club, we believe in the power of food and wine to create lasting connections. Dining reservations are highly recommended, but walk-in guests are always welcome on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gluten-free and vegetarian dishes are available.

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7. 8Eleven - Union Club Hotel

4.8

Exceptional(1234)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Lafayette / West Lafayette

Booked 26 times today

The culinary anchor of the historic Union Club Hotel at Purdue University, 8Eleven Bistro celebrates the innovative tradition of two of NASA’s most daring aerospace programs, Gemini 8 and Apollo 11, as well as the missions’ command pilot, Purdue alum Neil Armstrong. We’re proud to honor our namesake and proud to be recognized as one of West Lafayette, Indiana’s top restaurants.

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8. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Merrillville, IN

4.6

Exceptional(4643)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Merrillville, IN

Booked 40 times today

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9. Coppolillo's Italian Steakhouse

4.6

Exceptional(325)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Crown Point, IN

Booked 11 times today

CHC Restaurant Group, the group that recently brought Rosebud Steakhouse to Munster, is excited to introduce our Italian Steakhouse concept, Coppolillo's Italian Steakhouse to Crown Point, Indiana. We will begin serving the Crown Point area on Monday, July 8, 2024 at 3:00 PM. Please call and/or make your reservations on OpenTable.

10. Windy City Social

4.5

Awesome(132)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Munster, IN

Booked 25 times today

Welcome to Windy City Social, your premier destination for vibrant, open air dining and socializing. Indulge in a menu that celebrates the spirit of Chicago with locally inspired flavors, fresh ingredients, and an inviting atmosphere perfect for casual gatherings or special occasions. Whether you crave artisanal pizzas, succulent seafood, or creative appetizers, our menu is crafted to satisfy your taste buds. Experience a unique dining atmosphere where every dish is made from scratch, expertly prepared, and beautifully presented. Windy City Social is a part of the CHC Restaurant Group -

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Updated on 7/2/2025

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Amber
Indiana •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
When first arriving inside the building it is very unclear about where the restaurant is actually located. There are no signs inside the door from the parking lot that we saw as to where we should go. You are a new place inside a very new building, some signage for the restaurant and not only the clubhouse and gift shop would be a great addition. Dinner and service was fantastic tho!!
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Boilerhouse Prime SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Lafayette / West Lafayette
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4.8
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Tim
San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent food, beautiful lakeside view, expert and attentive service and overall wonderful experience!
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Lighthouse RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• American• Cedar Lake
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4.8
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Sharon
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The food was great, the service was excellent. We had a great time.
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Maple Tree InnPrice: Moderate• Creole / Cajun / Southern• Homewood
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4.8
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Sharon
Chicago / Illinois •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We enjoyed our time there. The food was delicious. Beautiful restaurant. Service was great.
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Farm House Restaurant at Fair Oaks FarmsPrice: Moderate• American• Fair Oaks, IN
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Tony
Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 3, 2025
We were from out of town and got there a little late since we had trouble finding the place. The Whistle Stop is very quaint place. The food, service, and environment were great! Next time we will make sure to get there early to experience the museum and look at all of the train exhibits! The prices were very reasonable, and the staff were amazingly hospital.
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Whistle Stop RestaurantPrice: Moderate• American• Monon
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1. Farm House Restaurant at Fair Oaks Farms

2. Lighthouse Restaurant

3. Boilerhouse Prime Steakhouse

4. Whistle Stop Restaurant

5. Maple Tree Inn

6. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Schererville, IN

7. 8Eleven - Union Club Hotel

8. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Merrillville, IN

9. Coppolillo's Italian Steakhouse

10. Windy City Social

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