You Haven’t Lived Until You Try These 5 Mouthwatering Restaurants In Kentucky

It is no secret that there are some mouthwatering restaurants in Kentucky. Residents are blessed with quick access to a variety of wondrous places to enjoy everything from traditional southern cooking and ethnic foods to unique fusion combinations. Visitors are often awed by the sheer volume of the tasty choices offered by the vast selection of mouthwatering restaurants in Kentucky. Of course, bigger cities, like Lexington, Louisville, and Owensboro, seem to have a restaurant or two every block in some areas. Smaller towns might have fewer choices, but rest assured, Kentucky's rural restaurants serve up some powerful homemade flavor. And though every eatery shines in its own right, there are several that qualify as the most mouthwatering restaurants in Kentucky.

1. Wigwam Drive-In (Ravenna)

This legendary drive-in serves up some of the best burgers ever, including one topped with homemade slaw. Then there's the Country Boy burger. A double burger with three pieces of bread, it makes the Big Mac look like the Baby Mac. Plus, Wigwams uses actual ground chuck or bison on their burgers. And the coleslaw, which is rich and creamy, makes the perfect side. For more information on this drive-in and its tasty fare, click here.

2. Moonlite Barbecue (Owensboro)

Easily one of the most famous restaurants in Kentucky, Moonlite Bar-B-Q is as renowned for its barbecue as Johnny Depp is for acting. The mutton, pork, beef, chicken, and ham are tender, juicy, and have the perfect smoky, spicy, tangy flavor that Kentuckians love. The pit masters of Moonlite travel across the U.S., promoting their own special Bluegrass barbecue. If you are ever in Owensboro and enjoy barbecue, you will definitely want to go moonliting. Ready to start planning a visit? Click here.

3. Red River Rockhouse (Campton)

This is a seasonal gastropub-style restaurant, as all the ingredients are fresh and the variety of brews plentiful. The burger, which is described as "heavenly," is a favorite among the locals, along with the guacamole. Hearty portions are another of the eatery's hallmarks. The burrito is the size of a small child’s head. The desserts are memorable as well, especially the carrot cake and chocolate cake. Learn more about this palate-pleasing restaurant here.

4. Kreso’s (Bardstown)

At this Bardstown restaurant, the schnitzel comes highly recommended, as does the chicken marsala, the rib-eye, Cordon Bleu, and the Angus burger. They have a variety of specialty cuisine, too - all of which is really flavorful. The delicious dishes will make you want to plan your next visit as soon as you leave from your first. For more information, click here.

5. Cunninghams Creekside Grill (Prospect)

One of the best hidden gem restaurants in Kentucky, Cunninghams Creekside boasts great views and even better food. True to its name, it's located right on the water, allowing boaters to pull up dockside and order a meal. There's also a spacious deck and covered patio, which makes it easy to take in the surroundings while chowing down. Speaking of the food, the grilled fish meal and the fried fish sandwich are local favorites, along with their wondrous Sunday brunch. The hash brown casserole just dissolves in your mouth, leaving behind mouthwatering flavor, while the fish fingers, pan fried oysters, and fried cheese make great appetizers. There’s truly not a bad dish on the menu. There may be a bit of a wait during busy hours, but the food makes the wait well worth it. Start planning your visit by checking out the eatery’s website here.

In the past, we featured a list of great places to dine, which includes a few more mouthwatering restaurants in Kentucky. We know there are plenty of other amazing eateries out there, so what are your favorite places to get a great meal?