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Stopped here because another restaurant we wanted to go to was closed. We don't regret eating here…read more The food tastes absolutely delicious and the prices are outstanding for the amount of food you get. I had Mel's omelette and had to make it a two egg instead of a three egg omelette. The waitress told me that the omelette would be filled "pretty good" and she was right. The omelette comes with bacon, ham, sausage, bell pepper and onions. It also comes with hash browns,two biscuits and gravy. I knew it was too much for me but wanted to taste all. You can order a la carte but the platter is only $1 more. The diner was packed, but the wait is very short. The wait staff is fast, friendly and very attentive. Definitely highly recommend eating breakfast or lunch here. They close at 2 pm.

My husband and I stopped by for lunch and we had a great meal and great service. We will be coming…read moreback !

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Vegetarian omelet. Look at those fresh tomatoes.

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Parker's Drive-In

3.9(76 reviews)

4.9 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.

Double bacon cheeseburger.

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Over/Under

4.1(114 reviews)

0.0 mi

We ended up here after we were not seated at nearby Stella's Ristorante at 8:45 pm (supposedly open…read moretill 10 pm). We were welcomed with open arms here. A multicultural clientele and staff. Our waiter was very polite and attentive. Quick and excellent service. Good food. Many vegetarian options. (In Paducah, KY!!!) God bless the people who behind this place.

Love love love! We were road tripping through and stopped here twice! They allow dogs inside which…read morewas a huge plus for us as it's so hard having dog friendly places inside. The food is delicious! There were so many options it was really hard to choose. The drinks are delicious too! Our servers broth times were amazing and super kind. The place itself is very clean and nice I enjoyed going there and would go back if I lived closer

Smash burger (special order on bun/single pattie)

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Loopy Larry’s

4.5(51 reviews)

2.6 mi

The aesthetics & name may be quirky but the food & service is anything but…read more My wife & I were driving through Paducah back home to Nashville & looking online for a quick stop for a salad or sandwich. Not wanting to hit a chain or fast food and after finding some good reviews of the food on here we made the 7 minute detour off the interstate to Loopy Larry's. It's a small but brightly decorated place with a fee tables & countertop seating against the walls there are also a few tables outside. Walk up to the counter & the menu is on the wall behind it. Any specials are on counter where you place your order. I had initially came here wanting a salad but when I saw the special was a Cuban I deviated that direction. Wife got the half salad half sandwich special. Cuban was heavy & delicious. Loaded with all kinds of meaty and saucy goodness. Definitely not what I can here for but soooo good. My wife had a half chick bahn mi & a half chefs salad. I tried both & they were also very good. You get your moneys worth here & the staff were all very nice & helpful. Not sure I'll be coming through anytime in the future but if I do I hope they are there still.

Solid place to grab a quick bite. I like thinner sliced turkey but that's just my preference. The…read morepimento cheese was great on my turkey sandwich. And it was pretty cheap too. Great place to stop on our road trip through the Midwest.

Pork Bahn Mi

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Artisan Kitchen

4.7(85 reviews)

1.2 mi

ive been there numerous times as I love the food but the other day was my BEST experience at…read moreArtisan in years. There is a new lunch server who is Amazing, she kept my refills, had amazing customer service, knew the menu and it was like she has served for years very polite and punctual I didn't have to wait or ask for anything she did it before i even knew i needed anything. you all made the right decision with this woman keep it up we will most definitely be bavk

All the items from the lunch menu were delicious. The baked goods looked tasty, but after lunch, we…read morecouldn't eat another bite. Unfortunately, the waitress chewed gum and left it in a corner of her mouth that made it visible (it was bright lime green) when she took our order. We were confronted with so many great options, we weren't ready when she first came to take our order. She took 30 minutes to come back. It took another 40 minutes to get lunch and another 30 to get our check, while other parties can and ate and left. Happy that we weren't in a hurry!

Beautiful dogwood painting in women's bathroom

Cake

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Cookies!!

Freight House

4.3(375 reviews)

0.2 mi

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Delicious dinner in Paducah! Everything was excellent from start to finish. We began with wine and…read morea beer, then shared the smoked fish dip and smoked Caesar salad. For our entrée, we shared the pork shoulder, and it was absolutely delicious. The fennel aioli was such a great touch, and the combination of pork, peas, and greens made for the perfect Southern bite. We enjoyed it so much I wish we could go back tonight! We took a slice of lemon chess pie to go, and it was every bit as delicious as the rest of the meal. Kyle was our server and was fantastic--very knowledgeable and helpful with our selections. The restaurant was busy with a fun, lively atmosphere, but not so loud that we couldn't easily talk and enjoy our dinner. Definitely one of our favorite meals in Paducah!

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.

Large Bottle of Sparkling Water

Braised pork shoulder

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Deviled egg

Waffle Hut

3.3(39 reviews)

5.3 mi

Stopped by to try this place out before we made the last leg of our trip home and was surprised to…read moresee that the place appeared to be abandoned No cars in the lot and no tables in the restaurant. Assuming it's permanently closed.

Service is good and it's cheap…read more Unfortunately, the last 2 times I went, I had diarrhea almost immediately after. Thought the first time was a fluke, but since it has happened twice now, I won't go back :(

Chili Cheeseburger and fries were very good as well.

Waffles

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Waffle hut supreme omelette :)

Rafferty's of Paducah

3.9(190 reviews)

4.4 mi

My husband and I had the salmon for lunch. It was delicious - so was the salad and sweet potatoes…read more The service was excellent and the atmosphere was great. The parking was full but the inside had many places to sit. We came from Texas otherwise we would come again.

Had dinner with a friend Monday evening. The hostess was friendly while I waited for my friend. We…read morewere sat in a booth and Samantha came quickly to get our beverage order. We ordered dinner and the food came pretty quickly and was everything we wanted, and more. That backyard BBQ burger never disappoints and the garlic mashed potatoes were a great side choice! My friend had the chicken salad with croissants and potato soup and thankfully the soup lived up to my recommendation to her. Haha. I knew it would! Samantha checked our drinks, offered dessert and provided the needed boxes to go. Great service with a smile. You should eat here.

Chicken mushroom home Made

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Festive and fun

Fat Edd's Roadhouse

3.8(188 reviews)

8.6 mi

The burger and fries were amazing and the wait wasn't too long. The staff were all absolutely greatread more

Food was ok but overpriced. They have an odd system of…read moregetting your food and beverage: you get in line to order food and there's a tip jar there, then you don't get a beverage until you get a table where a server gets your drink, which prompts another tip. It could and should all be done at one time in one place so that you have food and drink at the same time. Odd system.

Saturday football at the bar!

Fried Fish Basket - 3 Pieces and French Fries

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Stella's

3.7(50 reviews)

0.1 mi

Lunch for 3. Two sandwiches, one salad, two iced teas…read more $60 including tax and tip. Bill charged 3% for using a CC, which for me deducts at least one star. Food was fine and somewhat overpriced. Quick service as the place had only a few tables dining.

Service provided from the moment we walked into Stella's. I enjoy a good Bourbon. Dever, the…read moremanager, was very knowledgeableand took the time to give me great advice as to which choices would suit my taste. He was right on. Aaron our waiter was fabulous. He has learned the trade as a professional. engaging, informative, entertaining and very attentive. Both men adapted to support me, as I have a hearing deficit. Speaking directly, articulating clearly and never missed a beat throughout our entire meal. Anyone one who tries Stella's will not be disappointed. Lauragv

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Parmesan Potato Gratin

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Smoked old fashioned

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Merle A.

12 years ago

It's all about customer service in this modern world! We have a family reunion every year in a different midwest city so this year it was Paducah. While walking downtown we found the Gold Rush and with out reservations we walked in. They accommodated all 14 of us and we were blessed to have Jason as our server. He was very professional and helpful. Our meals were prepared and delivered with help from other servers and even the owners stopped by. Great food better people! read more

Crystal J.

4 years ago

We love GoldRush! The omelets are amazing!! The bacon cream cheese spinach with hollandaise sauce is so yummy! The fried cabbage is equally amazing! I have been eatting here for years! Excellent service! Many memories with my Uncle Jerry and Papa were made here. Breakfast is our favorite meal of the day! The Meatloaf was a favorite of my Papa. I come here often to eat some just for him! read more

Kandi L.

4 years ago

visited due to recommendation; mid morning on Monday; quickly seated, excellent service! friendly servers!!! VERY CREATIVE food dishes and names. Loved it all! food was very good. next time we will try it for lunch. Highly recommended!!! read more

Benjamin B.

4 years ago

I honestly don't know what drugs these people in the reviews have been smoking but I got a free shirt when I walked into the door. 10/10 just for the free shirt honestly. Micheal C. Your on drugs for not comin back. Ong read more

Tracey B.

4 years ago

Our favorite place for breakfast on Saturday mornings! My usual is the breakfast sandwich but the omelettes are amazing. The specials are always interesting and you can't go wrong with the bread pudding waffle! read more

Eric C.

10 years ago

In town for bbq on the river and breakfast was amzing here. Delicious home town cooking and very affordable. Next we are off to Chicago on our journey so stay tuned for more reviews! read more

Dennis S.

147

10 years ago

Hands down the best, and often most unique, burgers and Diner fare in Paducah. Gold Rush is truly one of a kind and an Irreplaceable downtown Paducah staple. read more

Alex S.

10 months ago

the hot girl I'm talking to hates this place so I hate it too . i aint eat here before but it must be buns for her to hate it and that's sayin something . read more

Lisa M.

10 years ago

Breakfast there is my favorite. Their maple butter they have for their pancakes is so good! Their coffee is good and the servers are friendly. read more

Kent B.

4 years ago

Our favorite place for breakfast. Great food and a wonderful friendly staff! Go and enjoy the Jesse breakfast plate.

Chelsea H.

11 years ago

This is one of my family's favorite spots! Great menu, great service!! We have never had a bad meal at this place.

Brian W.

10 years ago

Good food. Just a short drive from I 24. Turn over on customers is super fast on a Sunday travel day. Good stuff.

James L.

2 years ago

Use a phone roster system to save place in line so customers don't have to congregate at the entrance.

Paul A.

4 years ago

Great food and great service can be a little bit slow on Saturday breakfast plus because of the crowd

John R.

4 years ago

Awesome delicious 49er on bed of Mac! Satisfied my deep hunger. We will come back for sure.

Susan W.

4 years ago

Absolutely great atmosphere and wonderful food!!!! Staff is very amazing and very attentive!!

Hooper H.

10 years ago

My lunch stop almost daily. Great food, good customer service, at a very reasonable price.

Nikki B.

6 years ago

LOVE LOVE LOVE this place. That's all I'm going to say. Everything about it SO great.

Peyton C.

4 years ago

Amazing food, personable service, and just an overall fun experience!!

Brian W.

4 years ago

great friendly service that was kid friendly too. fantastic food

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