When you choose to go out to eat, it’s nice to pick a dining destination that’s as fun as it is delicious. Many of Kentucky’s wonderful restaurants are much more than just great places to eat (for proof of this, check out our list of amazing Kentucky restaurants), and many even have a unique train theme! If you’re a lover of locomotives, or just enjoy a one-of-a-kind meal, then take a look at these wonderfully whimsical train-themed restaurants in the Bluegrass State.

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These six Kentucky restaurants have something for everyone but are especially enticing to those who enjoy a whimsical connection to trains and their role in our state. Have you dined at these unique spots? Any others we missed? Let us know in the comments!

And for more fun, check out this ultimate train-themed road trip in Kentucky. It’s tons of fun for all ages!

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What foods is Kentucky famous for?

Dining in Kentucky is a must-have experience for any foodie. Below you'll find a list of foods that Kentucky is famous for:

  • Spoonbread
  • Rolled oysters
  • Beer cheese
  • Burgoo
  • Hot Brown
  • Bourbon balls
  • Henry Bain sauce
  • Derby Pie

 

How many of these iconic Kentucky foods have you sampled?

What are some of the best restaurants in Kentucky?

As we've mentioned above, Kentucky is a food lover's dream come true. For proof of this, look no further than our recommendations for some of the best restaurants in Kentucky:

  • Beaumont Inn at 638 Beaumont Inn Drive in Harrodsburg
  • Stella’s Kentucky Deli at 143 Jefferson Street in Lexington
  • Boone Tavern on 100 Main Street in Berea
  • Harper House at 123A D.J. Everett Drive in Cadiz
  • Wunderbar! at 1132 Lee Street in Covington

 

If you're looking for a quality meal, you can't go wrong with any of the above delicious restaurants in Kentucky.

What are the best barbecue restaurants in Kentucky?

Kentucky is world famous for its barbecue! Below are some of the best barbecue restaurants in Kentucky:

  • Starnes Barbecue - Paducah
  • Bubby's BBQ - Corbin
  • Feast BBQ - Louisville and Lexington
  • J & B Barbecue & Catering - Henderson, KY
  • Red State BBQ - Lexington

 

What are the best hole-in-the-wall restaurants in Kentucky?

There's nothing like discovering a true hole-in-the-wall restaurant. Some of the most underrated restaurants in Kentucky include:

  • Watermill Restaurant 804 Mammoth Cave Road in Cave City
  • Traditions Family Restaurant at 11500 Alexandria Pike in Alexandria
  • Roy’s Barbecue at 101 Sarah Lane in Russellville
  • Lighthouse Restaurant at 1500 Sulphur Well Knob Lick Road in the Sulphur Well Historic District
  • JK’s Café at 4636 Old Boonesboro Road in Winchester
  • Harper’s Catfish at 3085 Old Gallatin Road in Scottsville

 

 

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