When you stumble upon a charming small town, you’d hope to find a darling local restaurant to go along with it. That tends to be the case throughout Kentucky, as our state offers up some of the best family-owned dining destinations in the country. If you’ve ever driven between Frankfort and Lexington, perhaps you’ve come across the town of Midway. It’s hard to miss, with its idyllic Main Street and train tracks, and one spot in town you definitely don’t want to miss is Darlin’ Jean’s Apple Cobbler Cafe. This must-try farmhouse restaurant is hiding in Kentucky’s most charming town, and it’s time to discover it.

Darlin' Jean's Apple Cobbler Cafe is a quaint farmhouse restaurant with an adjacent silo, located in the town of Midway. Once you've laid eyes on this eatery, you'll instantly wonder what it's like.
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The welcoming front porch at Darlin' Jean's is a wonderful spot to enjoy your meal on a nice day, otherwise it beckons you inside the restaurant. As a historic farmhouse restaurant, located in a small southern town, much about this place is just as you'd hope and expect.
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The interior is warm and a bit dark, but inviting and comfortable. It has a laid-back, country atmosphere that's more than appropriate in this relaxed town.
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The menu is vast and varied and includes many classics, some with a twist, and anything else you may be craving. DJ's Hot Brown, their take on the Kentucky Hot Brown, is a popular menu item and comes out hot, creamy, and smothered in cheese.
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The lunch and dinner menus also offer other entrees, sandwiches, pizzas, burgers, and salads. Portions are great and flavors are satisfying.
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Of course, you have to order the namesake apple cobbler for dessert, so be sure to save room. Arrive at Darlin' Jean's with no agenda other than to relax and enjoy a good, down-home meal.
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You'll want to wander through Midway before or after your meal, as this enchanting town is filled with even more restaurants and shops. They also host a number festivals throughout the year, and the scenic drives near the town are some of the best in Kentucky.
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Darlin' Jean's Apple Cobbler Cafe is a lovely farmhouse restaurant in Midway that you'll be happy to stumble upon. Head to this charming town and relax in one of the most darling restaurants in Kentucky.
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Darlin’ Jean’s Apple Cobbler Cafe is perfectly situated in a charming town, as it has plenty of charm – and delicious food – on its own. Have you eaten at this farmhouse restaurant in Midway? Share your experience with us in the comments!

Darlin’ Jean’s Apple Cobbler Cafe is located at 204 N Gratz St., Midway, KY 40347. For more information, follow along on Facebook here. The restaurant is open Monday through Saturday for lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., and for dinner Wednesday through Saturday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. They are closed on Sundays.

And for more on the enchanting town of Midway, check out our previous article here.

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