They say not to judge a book by its cover, and this is particularly true when discussing the topic of the hole in the wall restaurants in Kentucky. When it comes to incredible food, the most flavorful indulgences are often found in the most unsuspecting places. We’ve been given food at fine dining establishments that looked and tasted bland, flavorless, dry, etc. In contrast, “hole in the wall” restaurants in Kentucky are oftentimes where some of the best food known to humankind can be found. After exploring hole in the wall restaurants in Kentucky, locals have learned never to shrug off small or simple establishments… and, in comments on previous articles and via our destination nomination tool, they’ve shared their love for the following eateries. Locals can’t get enough of these awesome places:

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These reader recommended hole in the wall restaurants in Kentucky offer visitors and residents a home cooked meal away from home. What other restaurants would you add to the list? Tell us about your favorite hole in the wall restaurants in Kentucky in the comments!

Is your tummy growling yet? Check out these other teeny tiny Kentucky restaurants that are big on flavor.

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Hole In The Wall Restaurants In Kentucky

Which tiny restaurants in Kentucky are worth trying?

Here in Kentucky, we know that great things come in small packages. Many of our fascinating tiny towns have produced both incredible people and businesses, and to this day our countryside is overflowing with charm. Get lost in the wonders of small town dining at teeny tiny eateries like Rick’s Barbecue and More. Rick's is one of the best BBQ spots in the state, and yet it's housed in a petite little shed-like storefront. Little Town & Country Restaurant has a modest parking lot, but inside you'll find an incredible old school atmosphere. It has remained family owned since the 1950s, and it remains welcoming to this day. If you're traveling through our state, don't be afraid to dine at tiny local landmarks... they just may surprise you!

What are the most unique restaurants in Kentucky?

If you've never been to the Bluegrass State, our diversity may surprise you. Across our 40,408 square miles of landscape you'll find incredible natural features, unique and unusual residents, and some incredible dining hot spots. Parkette Drive In offers visitors an old-school experience, complete with black and white tile floor and all-American bites like burgers and onion rings. Bard's Burgers & Chili serves infamously massive burgers are practically local legend. If you can finish a meal consisting of eleven patties and twelve slices of cheese between a bun plus two pounds of fries in one hour, you earn free patties for life. At Jailhouse Pizza, you can dine in total comfort... if you don't mind dining in a purportedly haunted former jail.

Where can I go for fine dining in Kentucky?

As you know, delicious dining comes in all shapes and sizes... and that is particularly true in The Bluegrass State! Hole in the wall dining is just one of many dining experiences that our state offers. And, while we specialize in Southern comfort food, you can find a vast dining scene throughout the stretches of our state. Places like the Holly Hill Inn, Beaumont Inn, and Patti's 1880's Settlement are all excellent destinations for date night. The latter restaurant is famous for its over the top two pork chops. Yes, seriously. You don't want to miss dessert at any of the aforementioned destinations.

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