Chomp Cheesesteaks &amp; More

After exploring the Indiana Dunes State Park we stopped in for a bite to eat. The place was really…read moreclean and it had a quaint atmosphere. There a little bar area and an outside patio. It wasn't that busy on a Friday afternoon. I got the BLT and fries, it was good but I had to take out the piece of toast in the middle, they could probably do away with that. My husband's chicken bacon avocado sandwich was enough for two. You could probably split it if you ordered an extra side. My mother in law ordered the same sandwich and they both agreed that it could use some sauce or maybe even some of their aioli, you could probably order some on the side. My father in law got the pulled pork. He is a picky eater and he said it was good. He didn't like the cole slaw, it wasn't tart enough for him. I don't like cole slaw anyways so I couldn't give you my opinion. The server was attentive and professional. We enjoyed our meal.

Loved the burger! Sat on patio with my dog. They made me a custom mocktail. Great service -…read moreexcellent food!

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Watermelon Mojito mock tail & red white and berry sangria

South Shore Drift

3.6(7 reviews)

2.8 mi

If you're looking for a tasty lunch in a relaxed atmosphere...look no further…read more A friend and I decided to try this restaurant for the first time and were pleasantly surprised. The open airy seating space, beautifully decorated for the holiday, was inviting and quiet. Perfect for conversation. The staff were very friendly and attentive. (Shoutout to Sherry!) The lunch menu features several sandwich options as well as salads. We chose the fish sandwich which was tender and moist served on a toasted brioche bun. The beer batter coating was light and flaky, melt in your mouth delicious. We will definitely be back!

Would not recommend for dinner. There was 1 bartender who was doing the best she could, but had to…read morerun the busy bar and take care of all the tables. Ordered the crab cake appetizer. It was basically stuffing without any crab and burnt on both sides. Horrible. I also ordered the Mac and cheese, that was also not good. Came in a little cast-iron pan and took longer because they bake it. The ambiance is nice, but that is all I can give it.

Interior of restaurant

Mac and Cheese

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Crab Cake

Octave Grill

4.4(507 reviews)

1.0 mi

The burgers are the best in the area by far! Also have a great beer and cocktail selection.read more

Amazing burgers and brews!! Food was fresh and on point!! They have a chalkboard that has all daily…read morespecials..brews and best eats. The one down side is the place is slightly small and cramped, but their dynamite food and beer makes up for it! Don't miss this place!!

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Fried pickles

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Specials

Big Time Burgers & Brew

4.2(152 reviews)

5.7 mi

The burgers are fantastic. I ordered a burger & sweet potato fries, but I also got an order of the…read morePhilly cheese steak egg rolls & onion rings to go. The burger was awesome. It was called The Big Time Burger. And believe you me, it was named appropriately!!! High quality beef, mushrooms, onions and cheese...all cooked to perfection. I'm talking melt in your mouth goodness. But.....try the sweet potato fries and you will NEVER go back to regular french fries! The appetizers are also good, but you will need to share as the burgers are MASSIVE! The Wife had the Hot Honey Chicken sandwich with Parmesan fries. It was huge and had the best taste and flavor to it. We sat at the bar and had a drink while we waited for the food. The place was pleasantly busy and had a good vibe. This place definitely did not disappoint. The prices were reasonable and service was good as well. Great burgers, unique drink and appetizer selection, and friendly staff,( especially Julian and Eli), make this a must visit if you're anywhere near Portage, Indiana! I'm so glad that I live near this place!

Stopped here for lunch. I got the cheeseburger and hand cut fries. The burger was juicy and well…read moreseasoned. It was piled high with cheese, tomatoes, and lettuce. Came with a steakknife in the burger. The fries were also pretty good. My waitess was very nice. The food came out quickly. Overall, I really enjoyed my lunch.

Cheeseburger and fries

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Big Time Burger

Village Tavern Bar and Grill

3.9(35 reviews)

0.3 mi

Good local bar, however, lowered the star by one due to the smoke (not a fan). Otherwise, food and…read moredrinks were great and reasonably priced. Sat on the patio and it was nice. Service was good as well.

Can't believe I haven't written a review! Awesome neighborhood bar and grill. I really can't…read moresay a bad thing. Solid food, great drinks, great service. Can't beat the prices either. I've had so many things here I can't remember them all. By far, if you're in the area on a Friday they have great clam chowder. All sandwiches are good including the beef. I'm a girl from Chicago so I'm picky. Check them out, close to the Dunes.

Philly (freshest bread)

Pepper jack cheese curds

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Clam chowder

Port Drive-In

4.1(72 reviews)

1.0 mi

Whew I got a 1/2 lb all beef hot dog. Why I thought I could take on the food challenge I have no…read moreclue. I tapped out 2/3 of the way out. My hubby had pulled pork snd the rest of my dog. My hot dog was delicious. That being said we ordered the waggle fried. Not edible. Soooooo salty. The car hop said that was just their seasoning. It tasted like someone dumped a bucket of salt on them. She brought us plain ones and they were good. Root beer is really good there too!!

Driving around looking at houses for sale and picking up some geocaches, we stumbled across this…read moreplace. I am a sucker for drive-ins--the days of the old Dog & Suds or the Frosted Mug. They bring back fond memories of American Graffiti and my days working at Jack and Pat's 50's in Tinley Park. I was hooked on the homemade root beer and other great menu items. The only things missing were the roller skates and Wolf Man Jack cranking out the tunes.

Oh wow 1/2 all beef hot dog

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Craft House

4.0(104 reviews)

1.5 mi

This was our first visit to Craft House and we were pleasantly surprised…read more Even tho it is advertised as a pub, there is a quieter adjacent seating area away from the bar. Our server was upbeat and courteous and we had minimal wait time for our dinner service. I had pan-seared walleye that was perfectly done. Crisp on the outside, moist & tender on the inside. Seasoned just right. It came with tasty sides of baby bakers and garlic green beans. Hubby had the fried perch with swirly fries. He said both were excellent...best he's ever had! We will definitely be back.

Went for lunch. It was quiet. The staff was very nice and the bathrooms were clean. The serving…read moresizes were very large. The fried pickles were yummy!

Bloody Mary Specials every Sunday.

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Burgerhaus

3.9(285 reviews)

7.9 mi

Good food and great atmosphere. I eat here often. Get the Santiago it tastes very goodread more

My wife had the Aussie, I had the Cincinnati, and it was so delicious! They have so many different…read moreunique burgers and the specials are great. Place always delivers, highly recommend!

The Cincinnati

Visibly dry carrots

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Kyoto burger with fries

Danny O's Bar & Grill

3.6(37 reviews)

1.3 mi

Friday 7-31-26 lunchtime Really enjoyed the delicious…read moregrilled Smoke Burger on an Onion roll with Parmesan Garlic Fries, very good service too!.. thx

Best pizza in town. Friendly atmosphere. Great service. Would definitely recommend!read more

Smoked chicken

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Tomato soup

Royale with Cheese

4.4(184 reviews)

11.2 mi

I loved the theme of this restaurant and the burger was one of the best I've ever had. Staff was…read morefriendly. Was a great find during a trip with my husband!

I found this cute place on Yelp while we were road tripping to Grand Rapids. The burgers looked…read moreamazing and I had to try them. Order at the counter when you walk in and grab a seat anywhere in their massive dining room. They serve Jones Soda on tap which gives this place massive bonus points. The smashed burgers came out quickly and we realized too late that I had ordered way too much food!!! A combo comes with fries and a drink, but I just had to try the fried green beans and onion rings. Everything was amazing and I will make this a must stop the next time I'm in Michigan City.

Royale with Cheese. Bacon and a egg added.

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Ricki H.

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2 years ago

The owner has quite the filthy mouth on Facebook. I won't even repeat the stuff she said to somebody just because she didn't like something they posted totally uncalled for I would never eat at this place. read more

Vladimir D.

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6 months ago

Terrible service they don't know how to listen to your orders no they're super fucking rude. They don't know how to listen to you. and they're very very mean. read more

Mark F.

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2 years ago

Nah took one bite and tossed it in the trash, drove an hour to Portillo's ...very satisfied

Jen W.

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1 year ago

Food and service are always amazing!!! 100% recommendation the original Philly. So tasty!!!

Chomp Cheesesteaks & More - sandwiches - Updated September 2026

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My wife had the Aussie, I had the Cincinnati, and it was so delicious! They have so many different…read moreunique burgers and the specials are great. Place always delivers, highly recommend!

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Some co-workers advised us to go here. It's a charming older place. We sat at the bar. There is…read moreplenty of seating too if you want a table. The menu had a lot to choose from. Bartender was friendly and attentive. We had the steak tips from the starter menu and a hamburger with a side of waffle fries. The food was amazing! We loved everything we got and cannot wait to return and try some of the other things on the menu. I've got good co-workers. They didn't steer me wrong. This place was so good!

I had the ribs at Wagner's, and they absolutely deserve a five-star rating. The ribs were…read moreincredibly tender, juicy, and packed with smoky flavor. The meat practically fell off the bone, and the seasoning and barbecue sauce were perfectly balanced without overpowering the natural flavor of the pork. Every bite was delicious, and the portion size was generous. If you're looking for outstanding barbecue, Wagner's ribs are a must-try. I'll definitely be back for another order!

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I loved the theme of this restaurant and the burger was one of the best I've ever had. Staff was…read morefriendly. Was a great find during a trip with my husband!

I found this cute place on Yelp while we were road tripping to Grand Rapids. The burgers looked…read moreamazing and I had to try them. Order at the counter when you walk in and grab a seat anywhere in their massive dining room. They serve Jones Soda on tap which gives this place massive bonus points. The smashed burgers came out quickly and we realized too late that I had ordered way too much food!!! A combo comes with fries and a drink, but I just had to try the fried green beans and onion rings. Everything was amazing and I will make this a must stop the next time I'm in Michigan City.

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'Be prepared to wait, this is not fast food' says the sign when you walk in. And it is so worth…read moreit! Their hamburgers are out of this world and i can't make myself order anything else. They will put flavors in your soft drink or even make you a phosphate! (Think a vanilla Coke and a cherry syrup in sparkling water! Or vanilla. Or chocolate! So good! ) Our order also included breaded mushrooms - delish! We like to get a milkshake for dessert, a chocolate malt, and we TRY to share it. Not easy since this is so good. Their service is great and I love the old 50s rock and roll they play. There are lots of nostalgic items on the walls like old movie posters, 45 records, old cameras, Coca Cola signs, just fun stuff to look at especially if you're a nostalgic item yourself like we are!

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This is a mobile business, using a hot dog cart and a flat top griddle. I found them in Chesterton…read moreset up downtown near the park. I'm not sure if they have a normal location or not, but you can call and see where they are that day. Super friendly people, and they were happy to accommodate my requests. I ordered a regular cheesesteak with no onions. The sandwich was prepared freshly, and incredibly quick. Great conversation while I waited as well. Overall, solid sandwich and I'll be on the look out fur them in the future.

So, something I didn't understand right away: Big D's is one of like five small business inside the…read more'Lincoln Kitchen' building. I don't remember all the names but there's the Philly cheese steak place called Big D's, a hot dog place, a taco place, a cheesecake place, and a gluten free food (they had sweet and savory) and bubble tea place. Please go there and try it... the food is so so good! We tried the spicy cowboy Philly from Big D's, the bubble tea from the adjacent business for gluten free treats, and a bunch of individual cheesecakes and everything was really good. The man working the counter at the time is one of the owners and he was patient and kind and helpful when I didn't understand why there was so many different menus. I honestly can't wait to go back. The menus for the hot dog place and the taco place looked really good and the place was clean and everything so I really can't wait to go back also I want more Phillys haha! So, SO good; go give it a shot man

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