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

Stopped in while passing through and was pleasantly surprised! The service was friendly and…read moreattentive, the bar had a fun, welcoming atmosphere, and the food was absolutely on point. Everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and exceeded our expectations. One thing to know is that it's a smoking bar. As a non-smoker, I was a little hesitant at first, but honestly, the great food, excellent service, and overall experience made it worth the stop. If you can get past the smoking, you'll find a hidden gem that's definitely worth checking out!

Bar food at it's finest! Sidewinders are a hit. Make sure…read moreyou get a side of nacho cheese for dipping. The breaded tenderloin sandwich is a must try. I coupled with a side of fries, a delicious combination. Shout out to our waitress, Payton. She is the best! Daily lunch specials & drink specials make the Crosstown a popular and affordable stop. Karaoke on Fridays, live music on Saturdays.

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.

I come here once a week, its a great spot, usually quick service. The Carne Asada Tacos are very…read moregood and are usually my choice. Chips and salsa are also great as well. Plenty of tv's to watch football. Highly recommend

The service was outstanding. The facility was clean. The place was kid friendly and full of tables…read more Being from CA I'm a big distrustful of Mexican food east of the Mississippi, particularly since years ago it was not really great. However, this place was amazing! We had the fajitas for two with all the meats, shrimp, chicken, beef, chorizo, and it was delicious! Great guacamole, an entire platter of the meats, peppers and onions was served, and two full plates of the extras, beans, rice, lettuce, tomatoes, salsa. It was enough to feed 4 people. Next time I would order the 2 person order for 4 with extra tortillas and w would fill everyone. As a CA person I missed having some cheddar or Mexican mix cheese, but that is a personal preference. This place was outstanding and portions were huge. I highly recommend it! Sorry forgot to take photos!

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.

Sweet tea was awesome..I had potato cakes eggs and ham slice..very tasty!! Very friendly customer…read moreservice.

There was a wait to get in but it went pretty fast. However, that's where the fast stopped…read more I ordered a BLT and fries and my wife got a cheese burger called Hot Mama. It took about 1hr and 20 min before they landed on the table. Staff was friendly, bathrooms okay. The food was okay, but I don't know if I would want to wait that long again.

I love their buffalo chicken sandwich. The burgers are great. We've also had their fried tenderloin…read moregreat french fries great service one of my favorite places.

My coworkers and I went here for dinner one night while in town for work. The building is pretty…read morecool, and I enjoyed learning about the history. Other than that, I would say it ain't much. I ordered a burger with no bun (they do not offer a gluten free bun) and it came out extremely dry and not seasoned well at all. My coworkers also felt their burgers rather lackluster. Our server was attentive and kept our drinks filled, but she wasn't very helpful when I explained my dietary restrictions. I can't really recommend this place.

An old hotel that is now a friendly neighborhood spot. Indoor outdoor seating…read more I grabbed a spot at the bar as they were slammed. I ordered the taco pizza (this was during full blown salad panic). The flavor was delicious, but it wasn't quite crispy enough for me, but I used the edges ate the toppings. To be so busy the staff did a great job being attentive and getting food out quickly.

Before I begin my review, I would be remiss to mention those skeptical souls who think of Lil'…read moreCharlie's, not as a beacon of culinary excellence or a palace of palatial pleasures, but a den where dwell the foulest demons of ignorance of cooking. Charles Baudelaire, before whom I bow as a servant to a master, once said "On peut juger de la vertu d'un homme à ses goûts en matière de nourriture". Well, he technically said no such thing, but I wish he would have. Baudelaire would have smited upon the tongue those fanatic cretins who maintain and uphold the absurd opinion that Lil' Charlie's (Heaven banish the thought!) is a bad restaurant. I have heard many of my fellows complain of stomachaches and nausea accompanying a trip to this paradise of cookery. Alas! they exaggerate their sufferings, seeking to blame Lil' Charlie's for their own puerile digestive system. For those who criticize the food itself, I have no words. Indeed, I must restrain my tongue; for no fire burns too hot for them, no poison good enough to scorch their iniquitous throats, no--but I must hinder my rash flow of words: justice makes me speak thus. Now I shall presume to speak of the menu. Presume, because who can hope to accomplish the feat of expounding, in mere human words, the transcendence that is the cooking of Lil' Charlie's? I feel as Dante felt when, looking into the eyes of his lady-love Beatrice (oh! those luminous eyes 'lucent-weeping from the dayspring'!), he laments his inability to capture the beauty of it in words. To use Browning's phrase: "Poor the speech; be how I speak for all things". If Browning stumbles in his speech, what can I hope to say? Nevertheless, I set sail in uncertain waters, trusting that my words may carry me through. The food itself is the platonic ideal of perfection. The pork sandwich, Homeric in its proportions, leaves no hungry waif unsatisfied. The chicken wings come in divers seasonings. Jamaican Jerk? Parmesan and garlic? Classic Buffalo? Lil' Charlie's has you covered. The salads are a pleasant meal in themselves; one cannot eat them without conjuring up images of sunny pastorals or the Ecologues written by Theocritus, where joy-drunk shepherds recite their bucolic verses to one another. I shall go so far as to compare the summer salad to a painting by Watteau. Such is the magical power wielded by the chefs of Lil' Charlie's. The one stain upon the pure tapestry woven by the Muses themselves may be said to be the Father Franz Chili. It was rather too oily and contained NO beans! Absurd! Maddening! All in all, it was still a somewhat palatable meal. I must end my paean to Lil' Charlie's without praising the many other attractive features that lend it lustre. The atmosphere is homey and attractive; the tables are as clean and polished as a verse by Virgil. I blush with shame that I cannot hymn the staff, angels of culinary perfection, as is fit. All I can add is that Heaven shall reward them the highest sphere among its many mansions. And, to you one young man who laments the time it takes to receive your food (you know your name, oh unfortunate one!), all I can wish is for your tongue to cleave to your jaws and your liver to pour forth upon the earth. Let your voice be silenced ever and anon. FINIS

When i went there to eat on Mondays since no one else was open. I got grilled shrimp and chicken…read moretender. The grilled shrimp was barely edible and the chicken tenders where 90% breading. The only thing there i thought was edible was the water and ketchup