Pie is the American dessert. And sugar cream pie, or Hoosier pie, is my favorite. My grandmother…read moreis long gone and I can't get sugar cream pie to set right, but I keep trying and keep searching for places that have it. The Pie Lady on 5 makes all kinds of pies, and does it right. She sells from her house, so check out the website, call ahead, and swing by. We got a basic sugar cream. The crust is perfect- flaky, light. The filling is kind of like custard- thick, sweet but not overly so, with a hint of coconut (must be an Indiana thing) and a sprinkle of nutmeg. I end up having it for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and a pie only lasts a day or so with us. It's not quite like my grandmother's, but it's close, and it's a great pie.

Super friendly service at this road side pie shop. Best crust ever! Every pie is amazingread more

Let me begin by saying, I was really hopeful my for the best. Based on the reviews I was sure we…read morewould be using this cute little place as a "meet in the middle" for our family. However. Our evening turned out like this. It was 5:30pm we entered the restaurant and stood patiently in the family dining area . No one came. We sent a scout to the bar upstairs. He came down and told us that we could bring the 8 year old up if we sat in the hallway but it seated 4. Our scout carried a chair upstairs for our 5th party. We waited another 8 min. No one came . After 10 min. We prepared to leave . A server said, " are you leaving?". Yes! And we left. This was a Friday night experience. The server was there by herself. She was intending to cook-serve and bar tend. I wish this place the best. It's adorable. Since I can't judge the food or really the service, my suggestion is to call ahead and see if they are staffed and ready.

Called ahead to make a reservation- not needed but Donna was super nice and we had a good laugh…read morewhen we walked into this awesome spot. It looks like a great place for a wedding reception. Quaint quiet town! The reception area is large and the depot is fantastic Just found out that a band plays here every Thursday. I bet this place will be hopping. Seriously, I wish we were sticking around longer- ordered the bean soup - husband says it's hot and good. Salmon sandwiches and steak burger. Side options are chips or applesauce. The food smells great while we wait. Pop is flat. Beer is cold. Water is wet. Gnat season is in full swing. Food is good. Nothing to ring a bell over but a solid dinner while traveling on 30. Just a mile off the highway!! Would I come back - sure, nothing but miles behind me and more in front of me to make this place a super spot for us to have made a reservation!!!

It was a dark and snowy day last week when for some reason I had a tremendous craving for cherry…read morepie. I decided that me of all people had earned one! I goggled "pie near me " and the Purple Mountain Bakery popped up! I accessed their website and the cheesecake pics sold me! I called and the owner walked me through the order procedure! I ordered my pie and picked it up the next day. We were delighted! Best pie I can remember eating in many years. Had another family over to share the bounty! Coffee and pie was a great way to brighten up a grey day in the Fort. You must understand that quality is not inexpensive. A bit pricey but worth it! Give them a call. If the cheesecakes are as good as the pies you will not be disappointed!

I have called this business in two separate occasions with a six day lead time and both times I…read morehave been told they could not have a cheesecake ready in that time.

Situated right off of Lake Webster, this is such a hidden secret that only locals know about…read more Coming to the area as our second home we stumbled upon this truly amazing gem that serves up old time country style treats. Pies, cookies, cupcakes just like you remember your grandmother making them. Only open Thursday through Sunday, staff and owner is so kind, makes you feel right at home, everything made fresh to order, supporting local vendors and farmers. Enjoy the simple things in life and pick up a pie!

The pies are great and the cookie ice cream sandwich was delicious. Dan is always so helpful and…read moreinformative.

Big fan of their food, especially their cheesebread, pizzas, and dipping sauce varieties. Love the…read morespicy ranch and cheese sauce. The vibe inside is fun as well, you can see the pizzas being slid into the oven and play pinball machines while waiting. Service has always been great, and carryout has been on time

As a pizza fanatic, I drive from Fort Wayne to eat here. Super cool atmosphere and easily some of…read morethe best pizza in Northeastern, IN. Crust is on point with just the right amount of crisp mixed with a Neapolitan chew. They got the lil peps and a really good sausage blend. Great cocktails from the bar and a solid beer selection. Don't forget about the old-school arcade in back. Support this local restaurant.

What a delightful place! A gorgeous vintage RV, AMAZING home made ice cream and super friendly…read morepeople. It's definitely worth stopping by!!!

Very tasty homemade ice cream! Very cute vintage trailer sets the mood on this beautiful setting.read more

Best birria in town, fresh fruit, yogurt, and ice cream too! Huge menu and everything is so good.read more

This was without a doubt the best Mexican I've had in Indiana! I had the birria tacos, and…read morefoolishly I ordered 3 of them. They were packed full of shredded beef and gooey cheese. Old boy had the wet burrito which was gigante--to the point he took half home. Margs were also good and the guacamole fresca was perfect. We will be back, especially now that we know how the ordering process works!

Our family always makes a visit to Sheila's each time we're at the lake. The atmosphere, the people…read moreand the ice cream flavors and sweet treats are worth it every time! With the pandemic, hours have changed, but it's alright, just means you get a bigger treat the next time you visit. Locally owned and loved.

Cherish any and every old school ice cream and/or soda fountain that still exists. Located in the…read morecharming town of North Webster, Indiana.....the ice cream, sundae, cone, and shake options are delicious, classic and unique. Super friendly staff, mostly locals, in a nostalgic space that features a juke box, Americana vintage artifacts and a fun space to enjoy your cool treats!

Donuts are tasty but they are left uncovered so there are always flies landing on them. The past 2…read moretimes I have been there, I walked out because the flies all over the donuts. Please put a case over the donuts that you can open and close & I will be back.

Stopped in one evening to give the new ice cream place a try. My son had the smores shake, husband…read morethe PB & J shake and I had an ice cream cookie sandwhich. My sandwhich was by far the best. While the cookies weren't warm they were still very soft and easy to eat. I asked for a dish and was provided a tray that was too small. The milkshakes were creative and well put together. The ratio of milk to ice cream could use some work as they were quite thin. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Overall the place appeared clean with the exeption of the floor that really needed to be swept. We will definitely return!

Boathouse Restaurant (Winona Lake) - climate controlled patio dinning with relaxing lake front…read moreviews I'm always interested in dinning & relaxing at a restaurant with good lake front views. The Boathouse Restaurant in Winona Lake has good food and a nice view of...Winona Lake. You can find them about 45 minutes west (driving highway 30) of Fort Wayne near Grace College (see map). The restaurant is set right on the lake. It is also nestled by some cute shops (The Village at Winona) for pre or post dinner browsing. The Boathouse Restaurant's lake views come in a covered patio (see picture). You are right on the lake. All diners can see the water from their table. The patio is enclosed much like a four season room. You can catch the breeze off the water when the windows are open. Or you can shut the windows and pull the shades if the temperature and sun light isn't to your liking. I'm sure this would still be a great view in the cooler fall and spring seasons. The Boathouse is a large restaurant. However, I would encourage reservations via their web site. You can reserve the patio, bar or main dinning areas. The facility is nicely decorated in that boat theme. Lots of attractive hardwoods and lake colors. We found the restaurant to be very comfortable and relaxing. The menu is very large - something for everyone (see menus). Chicken, steak, pasta, salads, wraps, bowls, burgers, seafood - they have it. Prices are reasonable (steak $30+, chicken $23+, burgers $16+). We have been here a couple times. Each time the food was delicious and the service was what you would expect. Here is a run down on the items we ordered: -Table Bread: multigrain bread, served warm and soft, easily pulled apart; nice soft creamy butter accompaniment -Side Salad: simple salad, smaller in size; very fresh with a few side veggies (cucumbers, tomatoes, onion and shredded Parmesan cheese; crunchy croutons; homemade 1000 Island dressing was thick with a smooth taste -Burrito Bowl: my wife loved the fresh lettuce and peppers; chicken was nicely grilled, moist and slightly seasoned; rice was perfectly cooked with a firm consistency -Tenderloin (special menu item): outstanding! Very moist and tender, slightly thicker steak; thin batter with a slight crisp and hint of oil; grilled onions were a nice but unusual add; bun was slightly grilled, buttered and soft -Macaroni salad: mayo base that tended to be a bit heavy; nicely cooked noodles; added small pieces of celery, onion and green pepper; nice adder to the sandwich If you like lake views and relaxing dinning...make the drive to the Boathouse Restaurant. Also make sure you get there before 6p so you can enjoy the shopping village that is near the restaurant. And...take a long walk down the channel to see the big lake.

Super good food and a nice atmosphere right in the lake. Never had a bad meal. I personally like…read morethe steak, salmon, and burrito bowl