There are some things in this world that are, quite simply, never bad. It's pretty hard to mess up many things, like pizza, pasta, and lots of different desserts, but it is very possible to make the best of those things anyone's ever had. That's where the challenge comes in, we say, and of course, there are always amazing restaurants and nosh spots that are more than happy to say, "Challenge accepted." Let's take a look at one of Indiana's best-kept secrets; featured once upon a time on the Food Network's "Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives," the South Side Soda Shop in Goshen serves up some of the best comfort food in the Midwest, but if you really want to know what its forte is, you're going to want to try the pie. Anyone on the hunt for the best pies in Indiana cannot afford to miss this stop, period.
Originally opened during the 1940s as a soda fountain serving up shakes, malts, floats and sodas, the South Side Soda Shop underwent remodeling in the mid-1980s and reopened in 1986 as the local favorite it is today.
Since 1986, the Boyd family has been running this little Hoosier State classic and doing it wonderfully.
It's definitely one of the best family-owned, old-school shops in the Midwest; we're not sure what it is about mom-and-pop types of places, but they really do hold a special place in our hearts.
Every day is a great day to stop in; there are several items on the menu that have received national attention for just how amazing they are, so you can't really go wrong.
Try the award-winning chili for a trip back to a simpler time.
It's rich, delicious, and, like we said, has quite literally won awards. Come in for the chili, but stay for the stuff South Side Soda Shop is known for: its to-die-for pies and desserts.
The dessert options at South Side Soda Shop feel endless in a way; it would be impossible to sit down and try every single thing in one sitting...maybe even impossible in two or three sittings.
The item that brings everyone in, though, is definitely those pies. With so many flavors to pick from at any given time, it would be some kind of sin to deny yourself at least a slice of... well, anything your heart (or stomach) desires.
Pre-order pies for holidays and celebrations and the fine folks in the kitchen will whip 'em right up for you.
Among the most popular choice are the lemon meringue pie, crunchy pumpkin pie, chocolate peanut butter creme pie, chocolate creme, fudge nut brownie... the options go on forever.
And once you've sorted through the 40+ options for pie, end your visit with an old-fashioned milkshake.
For some of the best pies in Indiana, you'll definitely want to add the South Side Soda Shop to your itinerary. You'll figure out pretty fast why it's literally known for its pies! What's your favorite dessert? Tell us your picks in the comments.
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