Wow. This is a damn good burger! Just named best burger on that "Best of Kentucky" list in my Nolin…read moreRECC "magazine", so my friend wanted to try this place out. I was a little dubious about the whole best burger thing as I've been to a few of the past winners, and they were very disappointing. I don't know if it's the best burger in Kentucky but it's definitely in my top 3 burgers I've ever eaten. It's a small quaint little restaurant, a little dark in the front but lit up in back. There's not much seating, a counter at the front window and 3 booths, and a few small tables in the back so assume most people take out. The staff was friendly and greeted us as we walked in. The menu is small which is fine as the main attraction is the burger and they do it very well. They have a grilled a chicken burger, chicken rings and a veggie burger if beef doesn't interest you, but then what's the point? We both got the Bardstown burger, which has grilled onions, mushrooms, cheddar cheese, mayo and bacon though they forgot the bacon, still the first bite of this burger was sublime. The burger was smaller than your typical gourmet burger but was well seasoned and very juicy. The grill onions, mushrooms, cheddar, mayo just added to that delicious beefiness of the burger. You can make your own burger and they have two other signature burgers. The fries and onion rings were crispy and piping hot, nothing special, just good sidekicks to their super burgers.

Expectations need to be tempered down when visiting this spot. It's good for what it is, a basic…read moreno-frills burger spot for a quick bite to eat. The burger was tasty and full of toppings. I should have gotten a double (I know, I know, also get a double when its a smash burger). The fries were seasoned well but for the price, I was hoping for more. I also got a beer. Selection is limited but I'm sure you'll find something acceptable. There's seating in the front and back, so if its looks busy check the back. The ambiance is basic burger shop, nothing really to note. It's counter service so pretty basic there too. For a quick bite and to get a burger fix, this is a good place to stop.

This is my second time having lunch here…read more Today, I was in town for a business lunch. I had the En Fuego Burger and Seasoned Fries. My client had The Newberry Single Burger and Tots. Service was fast and the food was excellent. Next time, I will try to check out their Speakeasy, the Cavern Club.

Sunday, 18 January 2026…read more Met friends at J.R. Neighbors for lunch. According to my friend, the have the best burgers in Etown! ‍ There are a few parking spaces directly in front of the restaurant (maybe 5, with 2-3 slots being reserved for handicap). There are nearby parking lots with plenty more parking. As it was a Sunday, we had no trouble finding parking. There were a few people ahead of us, maybe three different parties. My partner and I did not have to wait to be seated since the friends we were meeting had already arrived and got a table. We greeted our friends then reviewed the menu. Since it was around 12ish on a Sunday, only the brunch menu was available. Not long after, our waitress arrived to take drink orders. Shortly after that, and after the drinks arrived - pineapple mimosas, apple juice, and water, we ordered our food...mostly everyone had a burger. I had the Texan burger/sandwich which came on a Texas toast, hence the name, and my partner had the Newberry Smash burger (double). Each came with a choice of "regular" fries or tots. I wanted sweet potato fries, but again, since it was Sunday, only the brunch menu and what was displayed was available. So, I settled for regular fries. My burger was good albeit a bit messy with the sunny side egg running everywhere! The bacon topping the burger was perfectly done with the right crispy/crunchy consistency. My mimosas was refreshing except I did not get much of a pineapple taste. The fries were fresh and appropriately seasoned, not too salty and not too bland, just right. We were all full from our meals so we did not even consider dessert! The restaurant was busy but not overly crowded, so the atmosphere was quite. We sat by the windows and were not even distracted by the outside vehicles passing by. Overall, we had a pleasant experience and would recommend J.R. Neighbors to anyone looking for good burgers in a good atmosphere in Etown.

My partner and I have been customers of Laha's since the 1980s. The burgers aren't bad, but they…read moredon't taste the same as they once did -- a comment my partner made on Facebook over a year ago. Recently, my partner went to the restaurant and was told he was no longer welcome because of that past comment. The owner recognized him, yelled profanities, and called him vulgar names. This interaction was unexpected and inappropriate. Because of the owner's behavior, we won't be returning. I can't recommend this business due to how customers are treated.

We were in the Hodgenville area and had heard that this place was the place to go for a good, cheap…read moremeal. The locale is in a tiny little shop in the middle of downtown. But be advised that it's cash only! This is one of the most amazing burger places I have ever visited. The staff is attentive and friendly; you can not go wrong with this family-owned business. Excellent burgers made from scratch. It has been in business since 1934, so it must be doing it right. This place is regularly voted the best burger in the Bluegrass State and lives up to the hype. A perfect slice of Americana, walking into this place feels like going back in time. I had the Double Hamburger, and my wife had the Double Cheeseburger. We also had French Fries and Onion Rings. The onion rings are huge, and the breading does not fall off when you take a bite. If you are ever in Hodgenville, you must try this place!

My party and I dined in for their first night of doing full service, and it was very apparent that…read morethey were still figuring the new system out. An order consisting of a junior cheeseburger took almost an hour to come out of the kitchen due to the disorganization of the staff, which I don't necessarily blame them for considering they were clearly understaffed. In light of this, everything else was an incredible rebound in the right direction. My tenderloin was excellent and my party (even the person whose food took nearly an hour) thought their food was great, too. A definite improvement from my last visit and I applaud them for improving the quality so substantially.

I ordered 12 Nuggets only got 10. Fries and 2 burgers 28.50$. I used to come here all the time but…read moreit is just not the same. Also the worker and friend were smoking right outside the front door. Not professional. Turned a place that you would stop at after a game to a sit down restaurant in order to get tips ? I will stick to the ritz and Hardee's for future orders. Super disappointed. Also price changes and up charges on little things.

I almost forgot to write a review on this quaint bar located on the side street in my favorite…read moreIndiana town. We ate somewhere today that did not compare, the conversation comes up frequently that any burger is not as good as the amazing Shipley burger. This is truth ... good food, cold beers and exceptional service. Our kinda bar!

Food is about the best you can get for frozen, location is great in this amazing small town. The…read moreambiance is pretty decent, touch tunes available. Now the REAL set back is no question the service.. I have come here every year for Valentine's Day for 6 years now and they never fail to have extremely put out and angry waitresses. Good luck getting refills.. good luck getting smiles and good luck getting any kindness or appreciation. It's a shame, I have no idea how they consistently over 6 years have hired horrible waitresses!! Absolute nonsense

When you walk in they take your order basically one at a time. So it's kind of slow, however the…read morefood is always hot in fresh and you literally watch them make it. We eat here fairly often, the burgers are fire, fries are always hot and cooked properly . They have ice cream too, I've never tried it , burger and fries fills me up. Try this place out.

Just love coming here. Such a great local place and vibe. Have always had great service and good…read more This time sadly my double burger patties were so dry and cooked the life out of! The folks cooking were nice enough, but this was the least juicy and tasty burger I've had here. That said, the fam had a blast and everyone else's food was delicious and well prepared. Of course we'll be back because the experience is so great. Aldo can't wait to be able to sit outside once again!

Made a wrong turn trying to find a place to eat as we were driving home from Nashville and came…read moreupon this unique burger joint! Service was amazing and burgers and fries were top notch! Vibe of the place was like walking back in time! Totally recommend stopping here, we will be back!'

An immersive, retro experience for the modern era because you just don't find this kind of burger…read morejoint anymore. I went for the classic diner style, counter and stool seating where I could soak in the fullness of the experience as they prepared my food. I watched as they pulled the pre-portioned balls of hamburger from the refrigerator, smack it on the counter, smash it with the spatula, then slap it on the grill. The burger was classic - fresh, good tasting, hot off the grill, greasy goodness dressed to your preference. The chili cheese fries were not exactly as expected since I could see a warmer labeled "cheese sauce". Instead the freshly cooked, small batch of fries were covered in a layer of American cheese slices, then chili, then sprinkled with shredded cheddar. They tasted good, but the burger was definitely the star of the show. The staff were attentive but not super-friendly. No smiles and no chit-chat...these ladies were all business. I definitely recommend this and look forward to returning in the future.

"Smash style" burgers hot off the grill. I ordered a double with fries and Cole slaw. Brewed iced…read moretea. It is definitely a hometown down to good old guys diner. The decor has a lot of old pictures of the town and auto plaques. Old fashion soda bar where you can sit on one of 12 stools. Plenty of street parking in addition to a free city parking lot. All the wait staff are sweet and friendly. Burgers were great, especially with the grilled onions. Crinkle cut fries good - no seasoning though. The slaw was a bit on heavy on the dressing side, but good flavor. Overall worth the drive to this finer on Main Street.

If you go here drive through here this is an iconic place to eat it's an old restaurant about a…read morehundred years old burger joint but it is good

My parents and I had a great dinner here! The food was great and came out super fast! They were…read morevery accommodating of my mother's onion allergy and cooked her burger on a separate grill, which was very much appreciated! The interior is super cute with an old school diner feel. Would definitely recommend!

A great hole in the wall cafe. Fast service, old school sliders. Great for an in&out lunchread more

Went to this little gem of a place today for lunch with my bestie. We both got the classic…read morecheeseburger with fries. Extremely good! Good size portions & we both got full. The young man that served us was as nice as can be. Didn't know this place existed but will be back.

Absolutely beautiful ambiance - they have upgraded the interior from the original graffiti-like…read morevibe to a more upscale place with green vines walls and sleep wooden panels. The service is great even when they get a bit busy. Now the food... can I say it's incredible?! The chef and owner studied abroad in Europe (I believe Italy?) to learn techniques so everything on the menu is great and perfected for taste! This also explains why there is pasta on the menu. We come for the burgers which have never disappointed. You can customize and I recommend both the chicken or beef which are halal options. So good!