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    Burger Theory

    3.3 (44 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 11:00 AM

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    Quiet
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Dan P.

    We ate breakfast here while staying at the Holiday Inn. If you pay an extra $10 a night for the room on Hotels.com, you get breakfast for two, which ended up being a good deal because breakfast for two was about $18.50. The eggs and bacon were good, but the waffles were not. The wife calls them "miserable." The best item were the potatoes, which were delicious. Of the eggs, I preferred the scrambled eggs to the omelette. The amount of food you get is quite sufficient. The menu says 3 egg omelette, but it looks like 5 eggs.

    Burger theory.  Onion rings(crisps)
    Alan S.

    Service- maybe 2/10 Staff seemed to be too busy bantering to handle the three tables. Very limited menu. Ordered onion rings, for $3 extra, got onion crisps. Would not recommend.

    Farm Fresh Burger
    Angel K.

    A lot of mixed reviews for this place--either one star or five--but I was on a work trip staying in the the hotel and didn't have too much choice in terms of food immediately nearby. So, I decided to give Burger Theory a shot. It's a hotel restaurant and I went down when it opened at five. Service was good, although it wasn't very crowded either, so I can't speak to the wait time if the place were full. Ordered the Farm Fresh burger w a side salad. The salad was pretty standard (iceberg lettuce, cut tomatoes and red onions). Burger came after the salad exactly as I ordered--medium done with mayo in the side. A decent burger, nothing crazy or mind blowing, but a solid burger nonetheless. A 3.5 ratin would be most accurate, but since I can't give it that, I'll give it the full 4 stars to help up this place a bit. Paducah is a small town and food options are limiting to begin with. Large selection of bourbon. Cheers! Updated: I also got a Cobb salad to-go. It was good!

    There is a TV at every booth.
    Sarah B.

    The Boss burger stuffed with cheddar and bacon, with KGB sauce was juicy. But it didn't pack the punch in flavor I was expecting. But it was a hotel after all. We had one burger, fries, a kids Mack & cheese with a fruit cup. One coke and a draft bud light. The ticked was $26. I personally thought it was high. The burger was $16. Definitely not worth the price. Compared to other local burgers with bold flavor. The hotel is very nice and it was good to try a change. Our server was very nice and a good server. We got full but would not go back. If they wanted to spruce up the food.. I would advise them to get back in contract with PBW. Have the beer Local brewed. The burgers, we could not taste anything but cheese. Salt & pepper that meat & taste what your sending out.

    The "Bruben" with rings.
    Steven P.

    This is a hotel restaurant all the way, I should state that right out front. Compared to other hotel spots that I have visited it is wonderful! Compared to the rest of Paducah's downtown spots, it disappointing. That's how I settled on 4 stars! The beer selection is not bad, I had one from the tap and a bottle. The best part of the meal was the stuffed poblano pepper appetizer. Cheesy & wrapped in bacon! My burger was the Bruben, kind of a take on a Reuben sandwich, but with slaw...not kraut. Except for the soggy bottom of rye, it was good. What did I not like? The price was really high. Appetizer, 4 beers, and 2 burgers were $75! Clearly set up for a traveler using a corporate expense account. Also, the atmosphere is, you know, the inside of a hotel lobby. The service was great, though. I won't go back, but if I was stuck in this hotel on business, I would feel fortunate to have this!

    Ni H.

    This place knows burgers with their unique blend of meats. I've been here three times in the past month and the food quality is excellent. The service is about average. I have heard the appetizers are really good but never have ordered them. The burgers are massive, you won't leave hungry. The seating/ambiance is nice and you can also eat outside by a fire pit. Extremely happy to have a burger theory here, they definitely beat out all the other chain burgers on quality, taste and uniqueness.

    Build Your Own Burger.  Swiss and American Cheese with real bacon.   Parmesan cheese coated fries.

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    It was ok. Service was great and very nice. Burger was just ok. Nothing great but not bad.

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    Parker's Drive-In

    Parker's Drive-In

    3.9
    (76 reviews)
    5.1 mi
    $

    We were traveling I 24 and wanted something local instead of another chain restaurant. Parker's was…read moreexactly what we were looking for. I ordered the Double Bacon Cheeseburger, and it was enormous. The bacon was cooked perfectly, crispy without being overdone, and there was plenty of it. The toppings were fresh, the cheese was generous, and the burger was so big I couldn't finish it all. I wanted to, but it simply won the battle. One of the things that makes Parker's unique is the atmosphere. The walls are covered with horse racing memorabilia and photos. The owner is involved in horse racing, and the racing theme gives the restaurant a personality all its own. And don't leave without trying the ice cream. We had the soft serve, and it was absolutely delightful. It was the perfect finish to a great meal. This is the kind of classic American drive in that is becoming harder to find. Freshly prepared food, generous portions, local character, and a memorable experience. If you're passing through Paducah, Parker's is well worth getting off the interstate for. We'll definitely be back.

    We recently visited Paducah, Kentucky for the first time. We live in Louisville and would rather…read moreget out of town on Derby weekend, so this year it was Paducah. After doing some record shopping we asked "Where's a good place to go for lunch" and there was a unanimous "Parker's" from standers by. It was also, literally, about 3 blocks away. There's a menu board mounted behind the counter and they can hand you one so you don't have to squint your eyes to see all they have to offer. And this menu is ENORMOUS Parker's is a very cool throwback to the car hops of the 50s and early 60s. You can order outside on the speaker or go inside for the full-on experience. The inside is decorated with movie and music memorabilia and neon. Lots of neon. If you're eating inside you order at the counter, they give you a number, and you find a seat. The menu is hand-held/bar food. Burgers, hotdogs, onion rings, and fries, and a variety of sandwiches and a HUGE selection of sides. My wife had a mushroom and swiss burger, I had your basic cheese burger. Our sides were onion rings and fries. Our food was delivered hot, fresh, and accurate within ten minutes. My wife's burger/onion rings came on a basket shaped like a guitar. #AWESOME!! The food was tasty and delicious. I asked for tomato on my cheeseburger and they were able to add it, but was sliced probably 3/4 of an inch thick! It made the burger look a little lopsided, but it was still good. The staff was friendly and didn't look at me funny when I asked for a side of mayonnaise for my fries (yea I'm that guy). The dining room was authentically decorated, like I said, with vintage movie and music stuff down to the chrome chairs and the soda fountain seat with silver, twirly seats...even the floor tiles were like something you'd see in a movie from the 50s. Our first visit was a great experience and we had a lot of fun despite unrelenting rain. If we get to Paducah again, Parker's Drive In is definitely our lunch destination.

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    Double bacon cheeseburger.
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    Freight House

    Freight House

    4.3
    (367 reviews)
    0.6 mi
    $$$

    Amazing drinks, food, atmosphere and service. From Sara to the staff, everyone is watching and…read moremaking sure you have the best experience watching. It's absolutely amazing.

    Freight House in Paducah is worth the drive from Nashville (and if you are a fan of quilting, this…read morecity is for you). We showed up right at opening, five o'clock, and there was already a long line of people waiting to get in. Make a reservation. I'm glad we did. We had a party of four and was seated at a low top that had a view of the kitchen. Lively open space with an open kitchen you can see both the cook line and the prep area. The cornbread was the unexpected standout of the entire meal. Mildly sweet, savory, light and fluffy all the way through. I was not expecting a side dish to steal the show, but it did. We also ordered the double stuffed burrata, and the bread it came with deserves its own mention. Crisp, lightly toasted, with just a touch of char. It paired beautifully with the creamy burrata and the accompaniments on the plate. For my entree I went with the grilled Caesar salad and added shrimp. It ended up being the perfect call. The portion was generous, the shrimp addition made it feel like a real meal. The romaine had this excellent crisp char on it that added so much. The dressing was heavenly. One of the best Caesar dressings I have had in a while. My favorite parts of the night had nothing to do with what was on my plate. We got to watch chef Sara Bradley working the kitchen with her team during service, and it was clear why this place has the reputation it does. I'd love to come back and try the prix fixe tasting menu next time. Overall this was a great experience from start to finish. And a must stop or destination when driving through KY.

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    Just Hamburgers

    Just Hamburgers

    3.9
    (36 reviews)
    4.8 mi
    $

    Just Hamburgers: Just okay…read more.. My cousin and I dropped by Just Hamburgers for a late lunch, lured in by the name and the promise of--well, hamburgers. Naturally, we expected a lineup of mouthwatering burger options. Plot twist: the menu was as barebones as it gets. Think "hamburgers or hot dogs" with little to no personality. No signature sauces, no quirky creations--just vibes and buns. I stepped up to order and was immediately thrown into a conversation about my shirt. (Fashion critique wasn't on the menu, but sure.) I asked about the burger size, and was told--deadpan--they're "flat." Well, that clears that up. Eventually, I was informed that a double is "about the size of a quarter pounder." Cool, I guess? I ordered a burger with mayo and chili, to which the guy replied, "That's odd, but okay." Look, either make it the way I like it or lock the doors, buddy--because this wasn't shaping up to be a five-star first impression. When my food was handed over in a paper bag with zero inquiry about dine-in or takeout, we just sat down at a dirty table and unwrapped our meal. What awaited me was the burger equivalent of déjà vu--basically a McDonald's cheeseburger in witness protection. To be fair, the food was fresh and hot. But the flavor? Aggressively average. We even debated swinging by a drive-thru afterward just to feel something again. That said, I'll give them this: it was oddly refreshing to see they serve real all-beef franks. A small win in a sea of "meh." Bottom line: If I'm nearby and need a snack, I might circle back. But I won't be making a pilgrimage for this one. Just Hamburgers lives up to its name--emphasis on just.

    The only thing good was the shakes. The burgers were small and too expensive. My onion ring were…read moreburnt and my wives were raw. My grilled ham sandwich was on a soggy bun. I could only eat the meat. I hope I never have the misfortune of eating there again.

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    Culver's

    Culver's

    3.8
    (38 reviews)
    5.8 mi
    $

    Among all the wonders that grace this earth, few can compare to the Culver's in Paducah, Kentucky…read more It stands not merely as a restaurant, but as a beacon of happiness, calling to hungry travelers and devoted fans alike. The moment its doors come into view, the world seems brighter, the air feels sweeter, and every worry begins to fade away. The ButterBurger is a masterpiece worthy of poetry. Each bite is a perfect harmony of flavor, crafted with such care that it feels as though the universe itself wanted you to have a good day. The golden crinkle-cut fries arrive like treasured companions, crisp and warm, always ready to make an already wonderful meal even better. And then there is the frozen custard--rich, smooth, and so unbelievably delicious that words struggle to do it justice. It is not dessert; it is an experience. Many places serve food, but the Culver's in Paducah serves memories. It transforms ordinary afternoons into celebrations and simple road trips into unforgettable adventures. Its welcoming atmosphere, comforting meals, and legendary custard create a combination so powerful that it lingers in your thoughts long after you've left. If restaurants could inspire love letters, this Culver's would receive volumes. It is the kind of place that makes you glance back one last time as you leave the parking lot, already looking forward to your next visit. In a world full of choices, the Culver's in Paducah, Kentucky remains a shining reminder that true greatness can indeed be found between a ButterBurger and a scoop of frozen custard.

    They are the best overall fast food restaurant in town. The food is great, the service is…read moreexceptional, and the prices are reasonable. It is well worth your time to eat there.

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