Me and my boyfriend moved back to Indiana from San Antonio about a year ago. We live in…read moreShelbyville and we were told about this place while eating dinner at a Mexican Restaurant one evening. We decided to check it out for breakfast. It was delicious, and we've eaten there a few times since and always have a great experience. We both have been wanting to try some of their lunch specials, but we work and can't get there to check it out. We were off today and decided to go there for lunch because they were having chicken and noodles, and that's one of my favorite meals. It did not disappoint at all. My boyfriend and I both enjoyed our meals and even ordered seconds to go, so we could have it for dinner. The chicken and noodles came with mashed potatoes, corn or green beans, and a roll. You could definitely tell the food was homemade too. Delicious! The Farmhouse Diner isn't a very big restaurant and can get pretty busy. It reminds me of a little country diner where all the local farmers and their wives go to eat breakfast and lunch. The staff is always super friendly and attentive too. We will definitely be going back.

It gets harder and harder to find a good breakfast place when traveling and the Farmhouse Diner is…read moregreat! Service is fast and friendly and the food freshly prepared and delicious! You'll find all your favorite breakfast items. Highly recommend!

Describing this as a place for comfort food sets expectations perfectly for this restaurant on the…read moreoutskirts of Shelbyville. It is a simple, hometown Midwestern style spot that reminds me of the places I used to go with my parents in the 60s and 70s. The diminutive, squared-off standalone facade centered in a small parking lot exudes that homey vibe. And the interior is exactly what you'd expect based on the exterior. The simple but well-kept tables and booths are typical of Mid-American diners. It was our daughter's birthday and comfort food was what she wanted. There were five of us (four adults and one child) so we called ahead. They were gracious enough under the circumstances to set aside a larger 6-person corner table for us to allow us to be seated right away despite it being a relatively busy Friday evening at 6 PM. Our server, Wendi, did a great job taking care of us. She was prompt and attentive without being intrusive. The menu was chicken-centric as the restaurant name clearly implies. One intriguing side item that seemed to be a signature for them were the fried biscuits. They were essentially fried pieces of dough sprinkled with powdered sugar with apple butter spread that we used as a dip. They were memorable and made nice starters. All of our mains were, of course, chicken dinners. Dark and white meat ensembles were both available. There was a nice variety of sides and our party opted for various combos that included onion rings, green beans, cottage cheese, baked potato and mashed potatoes. And of course, American-style dinner rolls accompanied each meal. It was all very tasty. I'll also note that their coffee was reasonably good. My wife, our 4-yr-old granddaughter and I were able to split one three-piece dinner making this a fabulous value. The total bill with food, drinks, tax and tip was $85. At just over $21 per adult, it was a good value by today's standards. I'll gladly give this place five stars. They're unpretentious, deliver exactly what you're led to expect, and they pull it off very well. We'll go back if we have the chance.

On our way back from Indy I asked my wife to find a restaurant in Shelbyville for lunch on Sunday…read more She said "Ok, I found the Chicken Inn". You had me at chicken. We pulled in around 11:30 am and the place was already filling up. I grew up in Indiana and this place just screams Indian chicken decor. My wife and I are in our later 50s and we were the youngest couple in the joint. Service? Wow, almost as soon as we sat down our server was giving us menus and taking our drink order. Food? Quite possibly the best fried chicken I have ever had. Go here, order chicken, enjoy and tip well!!!!! This was after dining at St Elmo the night before. St E was mid

Good food and good service. Great place for breakfast. Large menu many options. Lunch is probably…read moregood too but I was there for breakfast.

We absolutely love this place. I can't understand why they don't have 5 star rating. We've eaten…read morethere several times and both food and service are always excellent. Yesterday I had the Southern Shelby Benedict , which is simply biscuits and gravy topped with poached eggs. Delicious. But purists, don't despair. Thecalsi have the traditional eggs Benedict and my wife said it was also delicious. Give them a try.

It was good! Service was quick. Staff was nice. The food tasted like your grandma made it. Fresh…read moreand hot. Def been around for awhile. I would much rather go somewhere like this than support Cracker Barrel.

What a wonderful little Cafe! Exhausted from a day of exploring and very hungry, we decided to eat…read morehere. We were not disappointed. Home cooking, YUM! Our waitress Donna was very polite and down to earth. Loved Her! Thank you for Wonderful Lunch! There are things in here you may critique... but why? This place made us feel like we could be ourselves, let our hair down, so to speak and fill our bellies full! Thank you

I had a great little breakfast this morning at this charming little cafe on the Square in downtown…read moreShelbyville. We were welcomed the minute we walked in and offered to sit wherever we wanted. The dining area is long and narrow with a handful of tables and a snack bar with stools. We sat where we had a nice view of the counter. The menus are posted at the tables. Breakfast items are a la carte and inexpensive. The coffee is locally roasted - I ordered a latte which came out fairly quickly. The coffee was strong and good. I ordered a couple eggs, bacon and a bagel. The eggs were cooked well done, like I like. The bacon was sweet and delicious. The bagel came with cream cheese and was fine. The staff is friendly and efficient. The lunch menu is interesting, as well. They carry a few gift items, including the coffee beans, and gift cards in the shop. The cafe is connected to a bookstore and salon on the sides. There was a small group of people having a loud work discussion which detracted a bit from the experience. There is plenty of free public parking and even bike parking. There are tables outside if you want to bring your pup. Restrooms were available. I will be going back to try the lunch menu. I loved it.

The staff were genuinely lovely, attentive, and skilled! Their coffee is delicious and artisan, and…read moretheir food was very refreshing with generous servings! There is even a large selection of tea and other drink options too! I love that it is attached to the book store!! If I lived closer then I would completely replace my morning coffee run with The Bookmark Coffee, but needless to say, I'll be back!

The service was amazing. Cheyeanna alone is a reason to always visit. She's so friendly and great…read morewith the kids. We were able to sample ice cream flavors before deciding on orange sherbet, blue moon, and cotton candy twist. You can also make any ice cream flavor into a shake. My husband got an orange sherbet shake and a Golden Bear Burger. I loved my bacon and egg Croissandwich i ordered. The bacon was cooked with the eggs. We didn't care for the burger but we'd come back to try some other things on the menu. Pay cash to save on a convenience fee.

Cow Palace has been a mainstay in Shelbyville for many years and is known for its consistently…read moredelicious and varied menu. Many people enjoy the rich ice cream, I love the BLT cheeseburger and it is my favorite item on the menu. 8 ladies had a lunch meeting and waitress was excellent, food was yummy, and prices reasonable. Go to Cow Palace!

Lucky 7 is a traditional hometown diner, delicious food, friendly atmosphere, and excellent…read moreservice. The biscuits and gravy are the best around! Pair them with Tots or bacon for a fulfilling start to your day. Stop in for breakfast or lunch. You'll certainly have a wonderful time.

They treat you like family at this cute little neighborhood cafe in Shelbyville! The place is…read morefamily owned and the chef/owner is a dry wall guy. Yes, a dry wall guy. And he makes the most amazing pies, cakes, pudding! The staff (mostly family) is welcoming, engaging, and eager to make customers happy. The food is made from scratch, including hand battered onion rings. Tenderloin as well. Mia, our server, had waters on the table. Food came out quickly and she checked on us several times. They have a breakfast and sandwich menu with traditional Midwest favorites. The owner is known for his fabulous biscuits which are served plain, fried with apple butter or biscuits and gravy. We each had Diana's Breakfast Special which came with a whopping bowl of fresh fruit, 2 eggs, toast and choice of sausage or bacon. The eggs were cooked perfectly and the bacon was crisp and delicious. The dining room is sparkling clean with cute decor. They even have a little counter seating. The unisex bathroom is clean as well. There is parking across the street and an accessible ramp to get into the restaurant. On Sundays, they have a fun little competition for the hearty guests. If you can eat seven plates of biscuits and gravy ($15) you win a free meal and your photo on the wall. As of today, there are only 2 photos on the wall. I left without a piece of that gorgeous coconut pie. But I'll be back. This little diner is well worth the drive to Shelbyville. I'm told it gets crowded during peak hours, so get there early. Hot tip: your Yelp checkin gets you a discount.

Good service and the ham and cheese sandwich special with chips and a salad hit the spot…read more Nice setting as well

We were traveling with an 80 pound dog and they had a great outdoor area! Bathrooms clean and that…read moreis always a huge plus! I had the Pride Pizza and my husband had the Spaghetti and meatballs! These meals did not disappoint us! I hate greasy pizza and this pizza was so good! The spaghetti and meatballs had the right flavor and the only thing is the noodles could have been thinner! A small refreshingly good place!

I wanted to do a quick review because our server was so great at lunch today. Ayden was so helpful…read moreand attentive at our table today that I needed to mention him by name. We plan to ask for him on our next visit if he's available. I also need to mention the pick three appetizers on their menu. It's and real hit to be able to pick three of their yummy appetizers and three sauces for only 14.99. It can't be beat and believe it or not there is some still left for carryout. I like to get the pickle fries, boneless wings, and always the chicken wontons, my absolute favorite.

Late night visit. Excellent service from Corene. Excellent food too. It was hopping for such a late…read morenight.

Our ladies lunch group likes to patronize small town, locally owned businesses and today we chose…read moreWaldron Restaurant. Today's special: Chicken breast, mashed potatoes and gravy, choice of vegetable $7.95 - good home-cookin' at a price that can't be beat! Plus warm sugar cream pie for dessert! Also on the menu, wide variety of sandwiches, ribs, steak and shrimp, soup of the day, salads and sides. Friendly service, fair prices (how do they do it?), good food, and parking across the street.

I wanted a surprise cake for my Wife on our 9 year anniversary. There is a women that works at…read moreWaldron restaurant and she made this cake. It was Beautiful. Its almost gone. If anyone living in this area is looking for cakes,go to Waldron restaurant and ask for Myra. I cant wait to try there food.