Wow this place was amazing. Probably the best pickle spears I've ever had and the ranch was great…read moretoo. My fries were a little lukewarm so the server got me hot ones- what a gem! The vibe walking in was a lot but we felt at home pretty quickly. Can't wait to stop by again.

Outstanding service, delicious food, and an easy-going, friendly environment. All the staff were…read morepleasant and eager to serve. This is going to be a go-to spot for me. This restaurant is next to a Pilot truck stop wide open for truck parking on a Sunday evening. The walk to the restaurant was less than three minutes and well worth it. I had a Swiss mushroom burger that was one of the best I've ever had. I'm almost certain that the beef was steak quality, absolutely charbroiled, and cooked to perfection. There was real Swiss cheese and flavorful mushrooms. The crinkle fries were crisp on the outside and fried just right. The iced tea was fresh, and my glass was never empty. Seriously, I will make a point to come here in the future.

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.

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!

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!

Had farmers breakfast i love grits these were the best I have had . All the food was great . It is…read moreclean friendly staff good price I give it 10 stars

I have travelled in for breakfast a few times now and when listen when I say this place is a…read morediamond in the rough! Blink and you might miss it but if you're lucky enough to stop in you will leave full of delicious home cooked food! And with a smile on your face from the great service and environment. Our recent stop was for pancakes before school and some time to study vocabulary words...not a bad combo for a kid if you ask me. My only draw back is that parking is tight during certain times of the day, but if the lot is full it's because people know how delicious this place is!! Did I mention everything is farm to table and you can even purchase some local meats here during certain seasons.

We love this place !…read more Ample beer options. They are registered on UnTappd so you can see the beers on tap. Food was delicious and service at the bar was friendly and timely

Scout and Scholar is a good place to go when you realize you need food in between visiting…read moredistilleries around the Bardstown area. Is the food the greatest? No - my chicken tender sandwich was a bit dry and the side salad had tomatoes that looked like they went through a microwave before they were put on the plate. That being said, the food isn't terrible, the staff wasn't rude or overbearing - it's food that allows you to feed the alcohol and enjoy some decent beer that is palatable, especially to those who don't like bourbon or realize that maybe they have had a bit too much and need to slow down.

Wow! What a great experience in a small town. We're coming in from Vegas on a roadtrip to…read moreNashville. Luckily we found LJ Depot Diner. Les, was just wonderful! The service was great! We were a party of 4. Ordered 3 cheeseburgers and 1 fried bologna sandwich. Also, ordered their try 3 appetizer. Fried okra, fried pickles, and onion rings. Food was great. You could tell that your burger was homemade and not from frozen. Les, thank you for the laughs and good food! We're going to have to come back to try the meatloaf.

Stopped by on our way back home from 4th of July family get together ..Found LJ's on yelp, so I…read morerecommended it to my Mother and she's glad we stopped..We both had burgers, mushroom Swiss and the jalapeño burger..Finished with butter pecan ice cream peach cobbler..Highly recommended ..

Been here many times and have tried about everything on the menu including specials. Have not had…read moreanything we did not like. Everything has been hot and yummy. Her homemade chips are awesome!!! Believe me it is worth the drive, better than any chain food you will ever eat.

Don't let the exterior deter you! This place is a hidden gem. Brandy makes everything homemade and…read morehand breads the tenderloins & catfish! Meal was so good we got an extra catfish dinner to take home for later! Forgot to take a picture because we were hungry after hiking at Bernheim. We enjoyed getting to chat with Brandy herself!

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.

This is such a cute place! The staff were so friendly and welcoming. The food was absolutely…read moredelicious, and you have just got to try their ice cream!