Cross Eyed Cricket

Food was fine. Definitely menu has a defined signature. Unique dishes. Service was awesome. bar…read morehas darts and pool tables. Will repeat. Beer was cold!

I will not be coming back to Bud's. We ended up leaving entirely because of the door bouncer. He…read morewas on a complete power trip, acting completely narcissistic and combative for absolutely no reason. It is a shame because the venue has potential, but the toxic and negative behavior at the front door ruined the night before it even started. Management needs to address the attitude at the door because turning paying customers away with that kind of disrespect is a terrible look for Franklin Street. The two door guys were clearly trying to bait one guy into escalating the situation- sad for the establishment. Also, The food was ok. Not good, but they were busy with the Nut festival. We sat and watched this guy for 30 minutes, then left and went across the street to the Six String Bar and finished our evening there. 10-10-26

Tenderloin and season fries.

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Chasers Bar & Grill

3.4(11 reviews)

Went here about 4 different times when I was out of town for work. They have corn hole tournaments…read morefrom time to time, looked like a great time. Their burgers were good and their steak sliders were amazing. Service was top notch, constantly checking your drinks for refills and making sure you're enjoying your food. They have karaoke nights and a DJ come out. Cool place for some good fun. They also have a Golden Tee and some dart boards.

No. 1, our waitress was awesome. Very nice, checked on us a lot. The food, eh?? My wife had a…read morepizza and said it didn't have much flavor. She added salt to give it some. Something wrong there. I had the beef quesadilla. A lot of grease in the bottom of the basket. Something was making the beef a little sweet. Probably the peppers and onions. Next time I'll get a burger

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Bad Randy's Hot Chicken & BBQ Lounge

4.2(13 reviews)

0.6 mi

I just had takeout, so I haven't had the opportunity to eat in. Cool decor. Nice decorations. The…read morebar is definitely fully stocked. I had the crab cakes, chicken sandwich, and hatch chili grits. All were delicious . I went to spice level 4 on my sandwich. I love spicy foods but 4 was plenty to where I could still taste it. The lady working the register was friendly and my food came out quickly. I'll definitely return.

Delicious and homemade. The chicken had a nice and crispy breading. Can't wait to come back. The…read moreFrench fries were delicious.

They must have music here sometimes

LINGUINE

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Copper House

4.3(56 reviews)

0.6 mi

They're CLOSING?!?!? What a SHAME! My cocktail was DELICIOUS!!! The Breakfast Bowl was GREAT!…read more And the service was EXCELLENT. What MORE could you ask for??? Neat old building, but I understand that may have been part of the issue, of closing up shop? Anyway, I'm bummed this isn't a place that others might visit because of my review...

Service was good. Place is super cute. Nice spacing between tables. Food was good…read more GF eater 7/10 for tacos. Okay portion for lunch Chicken & waffles 9.3/10 good chicken flavor. Spicy fries also good.

Chicken and Waffle Sandwich

Spicy Fries

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Outside - patio, side of building

Samuel’s

4.5(137 reviews)

1.5 mi

Food was amazing! Great fries, salad, tuna melt, patty melt and classic smash burger. Could be a…read morebit more friendly but great spot. We make sure to go when I am in town!

Perfect spot for lunch - not too busy on a Wednesday afternoon. The interior was nice and clean,…read morethere's also outdoor seating. Our server was kind and helpful. Food took a bit longer than expected (think ~30 minutes), but I really enjoyed my salad. The chicken was on a dryer side though.

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The MawmaMawma cocktail.

Gerst Bavarian Haus

4.0(359 reviews)

Gerst Haus | Evansville, Indiana…read more While visiting Evansville, Indiana, we decided to have dinner at Gerst Haus. I was particularly interested in experiencing authentic German cuisine, and this restaurant turned out to be an excellent choice! Gerst Haus is located in a historic building dating back to 1890, with very high ceilings, dark wooden booths, ornate architectural details, and walls filled with vintage German memorabilia and historical photographs. The atmosphere adds a lot to the dining experience, and there's plenty to look at! We started with the Sausage Sampler appetizer, featuring an assortment of German sausages, sauerkraut, cold German potato salad, and thick-cut rye bread. The cold potato salad was especially interesting, with sliced potatoes in a sweet-and-tangy, relish-like dressing. It was excellent! I also tried the hot German potato salad, which was equally delicious. For my main course, I ordered the Sauerbraten with spaetzle and green beans. The beef was very tender and flavorful, with a unique combination of seasonings that I really enjoyed. It was served in a bowl with a generous amount of flavorful, broth-like liquid rather than a thick gravy. I enjoyed it so much that I eventually switched from a fork to a spoon to finish it! The spaetzle reminded me of a combination of noodles and dumplings, with good flavor and texture. The green beans were good as well, and the thick-cut rye bread served with many of the dishes was particularly tasty. Service was excellent! Our server was very attentive throughout the meal, making the experience even more enjoyable. I would definitely recommend Gerst Haus to anyone visiting Evansville who is looking for an authentic German dining experience. Between the traditional German dishes, historic surroundings, and excellent service, this was a very enjoyable visit. If my travels bring me back to Evansville, I would definitely return and try another traditional German dish to explore even more of Germany's rich food culture! Gerst Haus 2100 W. Franklin Street Evansville, IN 47712

Be prepared to be transported to the Old World when you come here. The restaurant is quite large…read moreso it gives you the feeling of a German beer hall. They have all the traditional German favorites (Jager schnitzel!) as well as good ol' fried chicken and other American favorites.

Wiener schnitzel, spaetzle and red cabbage

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One of their zero alcohol German beer offerings!

Sportsman's Grille & Billiards

4.0(24 reviews)

0.3 mi

My first time here, was with my son-in-law, Jeramy, and his brothe Chris. Chris like the place, and…read morestayed to play in the pool tournament. As Jeramy and I left, the handsome guy with the red dress, enthusiastically invited us to come back! So, the other day we went back. We just went for drinks, but the guys eating next to us tore their steaks up! They said they were great! So, we sat at outt same table, and I had a Heineken 0.0, and he had a rum and coke. I was surprised when the chef that day, Vincent, brought me a sample to taste of the soup he'd just made! OMG! It was so very fresh with tender veggies, and a rich comforting red broth, that was warm and inviting, like something you would drink/ to get cozy in front of the raging fire in the hearth of a ski chalet! I mean if that little taste did all that, I would be in heaven with a full bowl/cup! Awesome! I even told Vincent it was comforting! They have bar and outside seating, as well as tables inside! They have 3 tv's and 4 or 5 pool tables. Everyone was nice and professional. I. Will make it a pontoon to go back just for the food. There was a 6'8" man, who tore through his huge stake, like it was a snack! I'm going back!

This is a casual bar and grill with outside and inside seating. We came in to try the food. There…read morewas no table side service so we ordered at the bar. The staff seemed stressed but attentive. We ordered the breaded pork tenderloin sandwich, chicken bacon ranch sandwich, German fries, and French fries. The food was good!

French fries.

Breaded pork tenderloin sandwich and German fries.

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Robert's By The River

3.9(38 reviews)

1.4 mi

Food was great and the service was perfect! Nice decor and tables give you plenty of room.read more

The only time the food got worse the more I ate. The plates were almost as bad as the food. Someone…read morehad to hold my plate down so I could cut my pork. The pork was genuinely so dry and so tough that I would believe it was cooked in bulk in the beginning of the week. The fries were bland. The hushpuppies were actually pretty good, but it couldn't save this place. The service was fine. It was divided between us and a St. Paddy's party. I don't think anything could make me want to come back here if I'm being honest.

1 Catfish plate with hush puppies and green beans.

We mixed the chili and loaded potato soup. So good!

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Pork steak and baked potato!

Damsel Brew Pub

3.9(79 reviews)

My second time here! Staff is so kind, food is great, ambiance is great! Had the onion rings,…read morepickle chips, and fried chicken tacos: all were delicious. I could have easily had 3-4 Damsel Mules, but I didn't want to be hung over on my flight home! 10/10 recommend!!

Pub is easy to find with lots of parking. Porch is excellent place to sit, but be mindful of the…read moreheat and location of the sun. In the summer, after 4, the outdoor porch will get sun. Cheeseburger is outstanding and reasonably priced. I went for the variety of beers. I was impressed. The smoked Miranda is delicious. Smokiness is not overpowering. Service was timely and we had multiple visits. When this place is hoping, be patient and nurse that beer.

Game shows every time ...LOVE THAT EVERYONE AT THE BAR PLAYS

Lion's mane mushrooms

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Shelly, where have you been all my life?

COMFORT by the Cross-Eyed Cricket

3.7(340 reviews)

1.4 mi

stopped by here for brunch when we were in town! the service was a little slow, but our waitress…read morewas super sweet. the ambiance was nice, and it's definitely a very cute brunch spot. i got the french kiss french toast with a side of over-medium eggs and hash browns. the french toast was delicious (you really can't go wrong with french toast), but it definitely wasn't the best food i've had. my boyfriend got the country fried steak, and he wasn't a huge fan. i'd be open to trying this place again since they have a lot of options on the menu!

The service was absolutely horrible. It was extremely slow, and we could barely get a refill. We…read morewaited about 10 minutes just to have our drink order taken. When our filet finally arrived, it was severely undercooked. Unfortunately, the staff did not make much of an effort to correct the issue or make the situation right. Overall, the service and experience were extremely disappointing, especially considering the quality of the food and the amount of time we waited. Was suppose to be medium well not medium rare

Rolls with delicious whipped berry butter as well as regular butter.

COMFORT by the Cross-Eyed Cricket - A cocktail gets its finishing touch at the bar of COMFORT by the Cross-Eyed Cricket in Evansville, IN, where every drink is p...

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Nick D.

1 year ago

The food, service, and ambiance consistently create a pleasant experience. The restaurant is designed and decorated to provide a comforting "home away from home" feel. The service is friendly and personable, reminiscent of being with family. The food is always delicious and well-presented. Overall, as a regular customer, I frequently feel very content. read more

Dale N.

7 months ago

The service here is always great and the food is very good as well, its got a small town atmosphere and friendly stewardesses as well as constantly keeping up on the drinks, read more

Austin L.

182

10 years ago

Yelp reviews are misleading for this place. My omelet was under cooked to the point it was filled with raw egg. Not the most sanitary of establishments either. read more

Faith H.

6 years ago

Even though they were extremely busy the food came fast, the food was delicious and our waitress was very attentive. We will definitely be back! read more

Maria T.

2 months ago

service was on point and I have never seen a chicken that big! Mac and cheese was fire and the corn was so buttery!

Donna H.

11 years ago

Great food at a fair price. Apps are tasty. large portions. Service was great.

Lisa R.

11 years ago

I will never eat here again, my whole family got sick after eating there.

Kim S.

11 years ago

Best fish in town, good service, price was fair.

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