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    Grateful Grubb

    3.9 (30 reviews)
    InexpensiveBarbeque
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Breaded tenderloin sandwich.
    Erin L.

    Grateful Grub is one of my favorite places to eat in North Vernon. They have variety of items to choose from on their menu and are open for lunch and dinner. My favorites are their fried mushrooms, macaroni salad, and breaded tenderloin sandwich. They also have a good chef salad and have homemade pies available. My fiancé and I just ate there when we were in town visiting family during the holidays. We shared a breaded tenderloin sandwich and ordered an extra bun and extra condiments. Their tenderloin sandwiches are definitely large enough to split with someone. If you're in North Vernon and want a good tenderloin sandwich, I highly recommend Grateful Grub.

    Mushroom swiss burger and delicious fries
    Theresa K.

    Off the beaten path for us but well worth the trip. Very peaceful location overlooking park and lake. Clean and staff wearing masks and practicing social distancing. The decor is minimal with 50's style black and red booths. The tables have inspirational messages, the music is country / religious. Not in your face but background music. The staff friendly and efficient. Great menu with sandwiches wraps salads and more. For the two of us a Mushroom burger with fries, buffalo chicken sandwich with fries 2 drinks and fried cheese sticks with tax was just $26. The portions were generous too! My chicken was to too big for the bun! And my husband who can usually eat 2 entrees took half his burger to go. Very family friendly, as we saw local coming in to celebrate birthdays and stopping in after soccer practice. Hopefully we can get back here again.

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    It's a nice little restaurant for the family if you have the time . It's really in a hidden place in Vernon and if I might say the food is spectacular and always hot . Although the service took some time , they made up for that in there attitude and there dependability. With only 3 employees on the floor , the food was still wonderful :) . Thank you Grateful Grub

    Includes two sides... unless your entree already includes mashed potatoes
    Shawn M. G.

    If your entree is a Tenderloin Manhattan that is described as a normal "Manhattan" with mashed potatoes and gravy, and the menu says the entrees INCLUDE two sides, shouldn't you be able to get 2 sides EXCLUDING the mashed potatoes and gravy that comes on the tenderloin? This was just the straw that broke the camels back... we've had lots of problems at the Grateful Grub including, messed up orders totally clueless wait staff rediculously long wait times and being overcharged. I'm sure the ONLY reason they're still in business at all is because the poor locals are so used to crap service and food from all the other dumps in town, that they actually think this place is a treat. I WILL NOT be going back, especially since my 10 yr old pointed out a cockroach as we were leaving.

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    Maggie L.

    We really like this place! It's one of our favorite lunch spots! We usually get it to go, but when we have eaten in the service has been great! They updated their menus. All of the starters are great, the breaded tenderloin is awesome!

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    11 months ago

    Great Food and Great Atmosphere. Good old mom and pop type of place. Deep fried Mushrooms are the best around!

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    2 years ago

    Excellent service - delicious food !! Try the fish and tenderloins. Fav thing is their hand breaded fried Mushrooms !!!

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    We have never been disappointed at Grateful Grubb. Service is great and the tenderloins are the best we have ever had.

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    Great food. If you get food to go, make sure you check for the sauces you ask for. That is our only complaint.

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    Delicious pulled pork sandwiches and dinners. Variety of homey foods.

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    Sides were mashed potatoes and gravy and green beans.

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    Smokin' Hawgs BBQ - Delicious brisket on the smoker

    Smokin' Hawgs BBQ

    4.8(6 reviews)
    38.0 mi

    Small town local eats prepared up fresh and tasty off the side lot smoker by a very friendly owner…read more Can't beat local hospitality, rural ambiance and delicious eats. BBQ and brisket are delicious with a big side of baked beans. Order at the counter, drinks come in a bottle at a premium price. The food price is reasonable and offers up lbs of meat to go. Go check them out and eat local or drive over to check this spot out. A few tables to eat inside or weather permitted you can eat on a picnic table or in a screened in gazebo

    I decided that this needed a more Western feel to it, and the service is fast for…read more Y'all ever find yourselves meandering through Salem and craving a hearty meal that'd make a cowboy tip his hat in appreciation? Well, partner, you best steer your boots toward Smokin' Hawgs. Nestled in the old Main Street Pizza building, this joint might still be a work in progress, but it's already staking its claim as a local treasure. The inside seating might be on the cozy side, but don't let that fool you--there's ample room for comfort. And soon, a new patio with a gazebo will grace the front and side, offering a prime view of the creek that meanders beside it. While you're relaxin' and enjoyin' your meal, you'll also have a perfect view of the century-old courthouse in the town square, a grand piece of history that adds to the charm of this small town. Imagine sittin' under the gazebo, the sun setting over the horizon, and the gentle murmur of the creek as you savor every bite. That's the kind of experience Smokin' Hawgs is fixing' to offer. Now, let me tell y'all about the man behind the magic--Daryel. He's a dedicated chef and a fellow Masonic brother, rising with the rooster each morning to prepare the day's meats and sides. Every dish is crafted with pure love and passion, and it shows in every mouthful. **What we tried:** - **Brat Slider:** I took a bite, and it was like striking gold. Each morsel was a burst of flavor that had me wanting more. - **Pulled Pork Sandwich:** My wife saddled up to this dish, and let me tell ya, she's a tough critic. But this time, she cleaned her plate, leaving nary a crumb behind, except the bread. The pulled pork was plentiful, the baked beans were rich and savory, and the scalloped potatoes were creamy and delightful. - **4 Rib Meal:** My daughter chose this, and those ribs were tender as a gentle breeze, falling right off the bone. I had a taste of the beans--lip-smacking good, I tell ya. The ribs were seasoned to perfection, and each bite was a journey through flavor town. Daryel's signature sauces are the perfect sidekick to the star of the show--the meat. Each sauce complemented the flavors beautifully, adding a delightful kick that lingered on the taste buds. So, whether you're a local lookin' for your next favorite spot or just a traveler passing through, Smokin' Hawgs is worth every mile of the journey. With Daryel's dedication and the rustic charm of the place, you're in for a meal that's as memorable as a Western sunset. Giddy up and head on over to Smokin' Hawgs, where every meal is a culinary adventure crafted with heart and soul, all while takin' in the sights of the historic town square and its venerable courthouse.

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    Scooters Family BBQ - Pulled pork sandwich with cole slaw and green beans

    Scooters Family BBQ

    3.7(3 reviews)
    20.7 mi

    If you're looking for an awesome hole in the wall BBQ restaurant, this is it. We noticed this place…read moredidn't have many reviews so we decided to give it a try. So happy we did because the food is AMAZING! We accidently drove past it at first. The restaurant kind of blends in with the building. We parked in the back and walked up front. Doing so, we could see where the cook is and get a pre-smell of the food. The dining room is fairly large with several large tables. Although the lady in the front seemed a little tired, she was friendly and helpful with our order. Unfortunately they were already out of ribs and brisket but still had everything else. We decided to try a few things and everything I would get again with the exception of the cole slaw. It wasn't bad, just a little dry for my taste. We will definitely be back anytime we are in the area.

    A friend told us about Scooters and said we should try it. It is about a 30 minute drive for us,…read morebut due to where we live, several restaurants we visit in Louisville are the same in travel time. Scooters is a small establishment on the main drag in Austin. It's clean and comfortable. The table and chairs set up would remind you of a school lunchroom. The menu is fairly limited and definitely BBQ centered. I had the 1/2 rack ribs that comes with chips ($10.99). My wife had the Pork Platter with 2 sides. We also tried the Loaded Tots and fried Mushrooms appetizers. The Loaded Tots came topped with pulled pork, bbq sauce, and cheese. They were very good, however the Tots were not hot enough for me. They seemed to be about room temperature. On the opposite end of things, the Mushrooms came out so hot we had to wait a while to eat them. That's a positive as far as I'm concerned. My ribs (6 of them) were fall off the bone tender. Moist and tasty. I subbed what they called baked beans for my chips. The beans tasted like they were poured straight out of a can and microwaved. Nothing special. My wife's pork sandwich was delicious. The pork was tender and moist, not dried out like some places. Her sides were potato salad and macaroni and cheese. I tried her potato salad and it was just OK. I did not get to try her mac and cheese, but she said it was delicious. No fountain drinks nor beer. Soft drinks are canned and bottle water. They did have tea, but only sweet tea. We opted for two bottled waters. I want to mention, I used the restroom and it was SPOTLESS. Maybe the cleanest restroom I've seen in a restaurant! As you can tell I was impressed. Prices are very reasonable. Two appetizers, two meals, which included 1/2 rack, and two bottled waters came to $32 and some change.

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