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- Eloise Marie Valadez
Diners can pop into Chesterton's Northside Diner for a plate of comfort food, a good burger, ice cream sundae, a hearty breakfast and much more.
The eatery, located in downtown Chesterton, is a small, cozy restaurant with a retro vibe. One can easily feel as though you've stepped into a diner from the 1950s. Northside Diner is decorated with pictures of old-time movie stars and musicians, a jukebox and murals painted on the outside wall.
- Eloise Marie Valadez
If you're looking for a good breakfast dish, a hearty sandwich or a Greek specialty, visit Pappas Restaurant and Bar in Crown Point.
The restaurant, which is located off Main Street, is an eatery with a pleasant and contemporary setting and a menu filled with assorted recipes.
- Eloise Marie Valadez , 219-933-3365
Have a taste for a favorite Mexican recipe? Visit San Luis Restaurant in Whiting for a South of the Border food fix.
The small eatery, which is filled with colorful decor, is located in Indianapolis Boulevard.
- Eloise Marie Valadez
If your sweet tooth is craving something decadent, head on over to La Michoacana Compi in Lansing.
The Mexican ice cream/snack shop is located at 19283 Burnham Ave. La Michoacana Compi features homemade ice cream in assorted flavors made on the premises as well as other snacks, drinks and more.
- Eloise Marie Valadez, , 219-933-3365
Fans of old-fashioned supper clubs will want to check out Town Club Steak and Seafood Restaurant in Highland.
The restaurant, which dates to 1947, has the feel and intimate atmosphere associated with supper clubs from decades ago. Fans of hefty steaks, chops and assorted seafood will welcome a visit to the eatery.
- Eloise Marie Valadez , 219-933-3365
If you're out for a night of gaming or you're taking in a show at Blue Chip Casino, you may want to stop at Nelson's Deli for a bite to eat.
The 24-hour eatery located at the main entrance of Blue Chip Casino in Michigan City features a menu starring assorted items from burgers and hot dogs to specialty sandwiches, gourmet coffee, ice cream from Valpo Velvet, pizza and other dishes.
- Eloise Marie Valadez , 219-933-3365
If your taste buds are craving a sandwich, burger or specialty bowl, stop at Athens Pita for lunch or dinner.
The restaurant, which opened earlier this month, has a menu filled with dishes such as gyros, hamburgers, quesadillas, chicken sandwiches, fries, shakes and other sweets.
- Eloise Marie Valadez , 219-933-3365
If you'd like an interactive dining experience, plan to visit Kui Korean BBQ in Highland.
The eatery, on Indianapolis Boulevard, beckons with its modern look featuring Asian decor, a quaint bar at the restaurant's entrance and a menu starring Korean BBQ staples, other prepared Korean recipes and assorted specials.
- Eloise Marie Valadez , 219-933-3365
One of the newest eateries in the Region is quickly becoming "the" hot place to visit for breakfast and lunch.
Avgo, translated "egg" in Greek, is located on Wicker Avenue in St. John. The restaurant, which opened a month ago, is owned by the Klideris family.
- Eloise Marie Valadez , 219-933-3365
Walking into Amici Grill and Pizzeria recently, the aroma of fresh garlic and tomato wafted through the eatery.
The restaurant, located on Ridge Road in Highland, stars menu highlights such as specialty pizzas, pasta, assorted sandwiches, salads, burgers and more.
- Eloise Marie Valadez , 219-933-3365
Diners who still hunger for the fare once served at the famed Mexican Inn restaurant on Chicago's Southeast Side will be delighted to know those tacos are back on the scene.
The Taco Dive, which features some of the former Mexican Inn favorites, debuted on Whiting's 119th Street in the fall. The eatery is owned by David Jimenez, whose late uncle Mario Cornejo Sr. operated Mexican Inn.
- Eloise Marie Valadez , 219-933-3365
During the holiday season or most any time of year, food fans can't go wrong with a meal from Butterfingers.
Butterfingers has two locations in the Region - one in Munster's Market Square and another in Highland.
- Eloise Marie Valadez , 219-933-3365
If you'd like a special brew to go with your lunch or dinner entree, visit Byway Brewing Company in Hammond.
The restaurant, which has a contemporary minimalist setting and a high ceiling, features windows that look into the actual brewery.
- Eloise Marie Valadez
Fans of food and music will always enjoy a visit to Hard Rock Cafe at Four Winds Casino in New Buffalo, Michigan.
The rockin' eatery debuted on the scene in 2012 when musician Sheryl Crow and Uncle Kracker were given the honor of christening the eatery during a guitar-smashing ceremony. It's tradition that whenever a Hard Rock Cafe is opened, there's a guitar-smashing ceremony to mark the occasion.
- Eloise Marie Valadez , 219-933-3365
If you're looking for someplace trendy to sit and enjoy a cocktail and appetizer portions, spend a little time at Sips and Stones.
Sips and Stones Lounge and Eatery is located in a strip mall on Wicker Ave., not far from bustling Route 41. The eatery, which sports a hip club vibe, is a small, cozy establishment.
Restaurant Scene: Go back in time at Northside Diner in Chesterton
There are plenty of unique places to dine in the Region. The Times' Eloise Valadez has visited a few. See what she has to say here.
- Eloise Marie Valadez
Diners can pop into Chesterton's Northside Diner for a plate of comfort food, a good burger, ice cream sundae, a hearty breakfast and much more.
The eatery, located in downtown Chesterton, is a small, cozy restaurant with a retro vibe. One can easily feel as though you've stepped into a diner from the 1950s. Northside Diner is decorated with pictures of old-time movie stars and musicians, a jukebox and murals painted on the outside wall.
- Eloise Marie Valadez
If you're looking for a good breakfast dish, a hearty sandwich or a Greek specialty, visit Pappas Restaurant and Bar in Crown Point.
The restaurant, which is located off Main Street, is an eatery with a pleasant and contemporary setting and a menu filled with assorted recipes.
- Eloise Marie Valadez , 219-933-3365
Have a taste for a favorite Mexican recipe? Visit San Luis Restaurant in Whiting for a South of the Border food fix.
The small eatery, which is filled with colorful decor, is located in Indianapolis Boulevard.
- Eloise Marie Valadez
If your sweet tooth is craving something decadent, head on over to La Michoacana Compi in Lansing.
The Mexican ice cream/snack shop is located at 19283 Burnham Ave. La Michoacana Compi features homemade ice cream in assorted flavors made on the premises as well as other snacks, drinks and more.
- Eloise Marie Valadez, , 219-933-3365
Fans of old-fashioned supper clubs will want to check out Town Club Steak and Seafood Restaurant in Highland.
The restaurant, which dates to 1947, has the feel and intimate atmosphere associated with supper clubs from decades ago. Fans of hefty steaks, chops and assorted seafood will welcome a visit to the eatery.
- Eloise Marie Valadez , 219-933-3365
If you're out for a night of gaming or you're taking in a show at Blue Chip Casino, you may want to stop at Nelson's Deli for a bite to eat.
The 24-hour eatery located at the main entrance of Blue Chip Casino in Michigan City features a menu starring assorted items from burgers and hot dogs to specialty sandwiches, gourmet coffee, ice cream from Valpo Velvet, pizza and other dishes.
- Eloise Marie Valadez , 219-933-3365
If your taste buds are craving a sandwich, burger or specialty bowl, stop at Athens Pita for lunch or dinner.
The restaurant, which opened earlier this month, has a menu filled with dishes such as gyros, hamburgers, quesadillas, chicken sandwiches, fries, shakes and other sweets.
- Eloise Marie Valadez , 219-933-3365
If you'd like an interactive dining experience, plan to visit Kui Korean BBQ in Highland.
The eatery, on Indianapolis Boulevard, beckons with its modern look featuring Asian decor, a quaint bar at the restaurant's entrance and a menu starring Korean BBQ staples, other prepared Korean recipes and assorted specials.
- Eloise Marie Valadez , 219-933-3365
One of the newest eateries in the Region is quickly becoming "the" hot place to visit for breakfast and lunch.
Avgo, translated "egg" in Greek, is located on Wicker Avenue in St. John. The restaurant, which opened a month ago, is owned by the Klideris family.
- Eloise Marie Valadez , 219-933-3365
Walking into Amici Grill and Pizzeria recently, the aroma of fresh garlic and tomato wafted through the eatery.
The restaurant, located on Ridge Road in Highland, stars menu highlights such as specialty pizzas, pasta, assorted sandwiches, salads, burgers and more.
- Eloise Marie Valadez , 219-933-3365
Diners who still hunger for the fare once served at the famed Mexican Inn restaurant on Chicago's Southeast Side will be delighted to know those tacos are back on the scene.
The Taco Dive, which features some of the former Mexican Inn favorites, debuted on Whiting's 119th Street in the fall. The eatery is owned by David Jimenez, whose late uncle Mario Cornejo Sr. operated Mexican Inn.
- Eloise Marie Valadez , 219-933-3365
During the holiday season or most any time of year, food fans can't go wrong with a meal from Butterfingers.
Butterfingers has two locations in the Region - one in Munster's Market Square and another in Highland.
- Eloise Marie Valadez , 219-933-3365
If you'd like a special brew to go with your lunch or dinner entree, visit Byway Brewing Company in Hammond.
The restaurant, which has a contemporary minimalist setting and a high ceiling, features windows that look into the actual brewery.
- Eloise Marie Valadez
Fans of food and music will always enjoy a visit to Hard Rock Cafe at Four Winds Casino in New Buffalo, Michigan.
The rockin' eatery debuted on the scene in 2012 when musician Sheryl Crow and Uncle Kracker were given the honor of christening the eatery during a guitar-smashing ceremony. It's tradition that whenever a Hard Rock Cafe is opened, there's a guitar-smashing ceremony to mark the occasion.
- Eloise Marie Valadez , 219-933-3365
If you're looking for someplace trendy to sit and enjoy a cocktail and appetizer portions, spend a little time at Sips and Stones.
Sips and Stones Lounge and Eatery is located in a strip mall on Wicker Ave., not far from bustling Route 41. The eatery, which sports a hip club vibe, is a small, cozy establishment.
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