A rare review which will speak to the veggie burger: it is VERY good and I believe it's made in…read morehouse. The sauce the way it's cooked the fried everything just excellent. Prices are astounding for 2026. My two friends absolutely loved their actual beef burgers. It admittedly smelled amazing in there Speedy service and kind enough cashiers. Environment is what I'd imagine a classic burger shop to look like. Probably hasn't been updated in decades and it's a cool vibe. A must stop if in town!

The burger was great! I did a 'build your own'. The onion rings were cooked to perfection. Milk…read moreshakes like old fashions ones from the soda fountain drug stores. Highly recommend. Service was fast. Party of six and only waited less than 10 minutes. Building is old classic downtown feel - brick on the walls. Creaky floors. Great atmosphere. Will go back when in town again.

I wasn't originally going to go to The Dog Pound but when the restaurant I first tried wasn't…read morepet-friendly I ended up at The Dog Pound and boy I am not disappointed! The staff is super friendly and jumped up to assist me when I walked in. It smells amazing when you enter the door like smoked meats. I ordered their pork shoulder special with baked beans. It was so flavorful and so much food. There was enough leftover to make another meal. It was hard to stop eating because it was so yummy. Another couple walked up while I was eating and I was telling them how good the food was. They said they knew and eat there at least once a week. I can see why! They are pet friendly and allow dogs oustide under the patio area. This was a delightful spot where the staff makes you feel like you're at home and the food is absolutely mouth watering.

Let me start by saying the staff was amazing and the service was great. It's a super cute dive…read morespot. The baked beans were out of this world. But otherwise, sadly disappointing. I was super excited to try the hot dogs that were shown in the photos, so I was surprised to arrive to find just a regular hot dog and a chili cheese dog on the menu. We ordered a smoked sausage, a chili cheese dog, potato salad and baked beans. Everything came out quickly, but the bagged shredded cheese on the chili cheese dog was not even remotely melted, so it made the whole hot dog cold. The smoked sausage was literally a regular piece of sausage that looked like it came out of grocery store, with nothing on it. The potato salad was pretty standard. The only saving grace was the baked beans...I wish I had just gotten a tub of those to eat! Sweet, savory, lots of bacon, onions, peppers. Thankfully the price was very reasonable because otherwise I would have felt cheated. So buyers beware...don't follow the pictures, they don't have the majority of those items.

My partner and I have been customers of Laha's since the 1980s. The burgers aren't bad, but they…read moredon't taste the same as they once did -- a comment my partner made on Facebook over a year ago. Recently, my partner went to the restaurant and was told he was no longer welcome because of that past comment. The owner recognized him, yelled profanities, and called him vulgar names. This interaction was unexpected and inappropriate. Because of the owner's behavior, we won't be returning. I can't recommend this business due to how customers are treated.

We were in the Hodgenville area and had heard that this place was the place to go for a good, cheap…read moremeal. The locale is in a tiny little shop in the middle of downtown. But be advised that it's cash only! This is one of the most amazing burger places I have ever visited. The staff is attentive and friendly; you can not go wrong with this family-owned business. Excellent burgers made from scratch. It has been in business since 1934, so it must be doing it right. This place is regularly voted the best burger in the Bluegrass State and lives up to the hype. A perfect slice of Americana, walking into this place feels like going back in time. I had the Double Hamburger, and my wife had the Double Cheeseburger. We also had French Fries and Onion Rings. The onion rings are huge, and the breading does not fall off when you take a bite. If you are ever in Hodgenville, you must try this place!

The best Cosmo - just the right amount cranberry for a pink blush!…read more Thanks Jeff, the food was delicious. The service from Jennifer and her staff was impressive - considering the size of our large and rowdy group of motorcyclists!!

Super frustrating experience. First, husbands wings did not have any sauce, when stated five times…read moreto be medium sauced. Second, I asked for cheddar cheese on a simple burger, came out with American cheese and very under cooked. My kids also had burgers...they were served with shredded white cheese. One kiddo asked for ceaser salad as side...received a regular house salad with ranch dressing. Then when I sent my burger back as it wasn't cooked--SO PINK--they would not originally correct it and said they would do 10% diccount?! One of our servers didn't know how to use the ordering system and seemed so ditsy and overwhelmed. I don't understand how the order was so screwed up, but completely ruined our evening!!!! Not a lot of food options in Cave City...but don't go here!

Hamburger did taste great and very reasonably priced. Simple menu. Very friendly staff.read more

Stepping back into Dovie's after all these years felt like walking straight into a warm, delicious…read morememory. The little white building on 4th Street still wears its vintage RC Cola sign like a badge of honor, and the moment you push open the door, that familiar sizzle of burgers hitting the oil hits you like a hug from your childhood. We slid onto the stools at the old horseshoe counter, the same one I remember from when I was a kid, and watched the magic happen right in front of us. Patties kissed with bread for that impossibly soft center, fried in the shallow oil until the edges turned perfectly crisp and golden. My cheeseburger arrived "unsquoze," glistening and glorious, layered with that signature tangy sauce, crisp pickles, and onions that somehow make everything sing. One bite and I was twelve years old again--only this time I got to share it with my own family. The new owners have kept every bit of what made Dovie's legendary. Same perfect burgers. Same simple, soulful menu. Same feeling that you're exactly where you're supposed to be. My kids devoured theirs with the same wide-eyed joy I used to have, and we left with full hearts and fingers still a little greasy in the best possible way. Dovie's isn't just a burger joint. It's a living piece of Tompkinsville history that still tastes like home. If you've never been, go. If you grew up on these burgers, go back. It's every bit as wonderful as you remember.

The food was bland, pricey for what we got. I got the chuck wagon & it was a processed patty of…read morenothing really. They said it was beef but tasted & fell apart in your mouth like nothing. Like you were eating air, it's hard to describe the nothingness that it was. These are "beef patties" you get in a bag @ Walmart. The burgers while they may be "fresh" were flavorless. Fries were flavorless. My son did say the shake was ok. They say try local but then when you do it's trash.

I have tried Lesa's Dairy Dip a couple of times now. In this foodie's opinion, here is what they do…read morewell...I am a big fan of their regular burgers. Just a well-rounded traditional grilltop burger. I wanted to equally enjoy the mini burgers that they offer as a special sometimes. However, I am just not a fan of how they cook the meat. These minis appear to be baked on a sheetpan and then cut to fit the mini buns. Whatever method is used, they lack the flavor. To me, they tasted like unseasoned hamburger and they were missing the crispy texture of a grill or pan fried burger. My wife took one bite and refused anymore. Onion rings are typically great. Fries are average. LOVE the milkshakes and banana split.

Have never had a bad meal here. All of the burgers are so thoughtfully ideated and crafted. I love…read morethe garlic one, the jalapeno one, the onion one, the ones on special. I haven't even gotten around to trying the hot dogs because the burgers are so good. And don't get me started on the condiment bar. You are sure to find multiple options that are new to you, and also incredibly delicious. And if you're looking for plain old ketchup they have that too. The staff is great, really dedicated to making sure you have a great experience. The atmosphere is super lively inside the food hall. Always a good time, always a good meal!

Now only is the food great and the portions giant, the atmosphere of the Social Food Hall is very…read morewelcoming. It is a unique establishment to try several different restaurants while relaxing. I ordered the Cheese Louise burger and a side of tots with cheese and bacon. The burger was so big that I could barely get my mouth around it. Definitely will eat here again and recommend others try it too.

I'm sorry but we stopped in Cave City for the night and this BBQ joint was right across the street…read morefrom our hotel. We walked over and got seated right away. It smelled great and the food we seen delivered to other tables also looked great. We got a sample platter with ribs and brisket. The ribs were over cooked and chewy and the brisket was a lot of fat. The sides were just ok. Maybe it was just an off day for them because I see a lot of great reviews. We stopped in later in the evening so that may be the reason the meats were off. Again, not thrilled with our meal here, but may give them another chance earlier in the day.

First, I love a great BBQ joint that also offers tasty sides, which is hard to come by back home in…read moreNKy. My son and I both wanted to try the brisket so he got the platter and I chose the sandwich. I was told they make most of the sides that aren't fried options such as tater tots, which I was happy about. They had the classic barbecue sauce on the table as well as a spicy option. Both were equally delicious. My sandwich came on Texas toast, which is a fave. The portions were a great value as they do not skimp! The fried potatoes are made in house and they were delicious. Even though they don't make the onion rings in house they were also quite good. My one disappointment was, they don't make the majority of their desserts. And the menu states that their daughter-in-law Kayle makes different desserts daily and they didn't have that. They were actually out of several desserts, which was disappointing. Since the only ones they had were not ones made in house I chose to not get one. Since we live 3 1/2 hours away I guess I'll have to give it another shot for the dessert option next time around. Overall, the place was terrific and the folks were friendly. They have a salad bar in the middle of the floor, which is a nice touch. They have a very laid-back atmosphere and it is definitely family friendly. And you definitely get good size portions for the money.

First time coming here and it's easy to find with lots of parking. You walk right in and it's very…read moreclean and modern, then you walk up to the counter and put in your order in the tablet. It prints out your number and they hand you your drink cups to self serve. The food itself was AMAZINGLY DELICIOUS! Their Parmesan fries and burgers are made fresh and one of the best ones I've eaten. I'm coming back here to try more of their menu.

I love the bowls here but I hate that I can't sub an item without an upcharge! Staff are great and…read moreeven apologetic when they have to tell you that you can't sub. Also disappoint in the removal of the screens that provided visuals for the status of your order-as an individual with a hearing loss that was a nice accommodation in a place with a lot of background noise and poor acoustics. Time to give the new healthy bowl shop a try.

Just had a wonderful birthday luncheon and everything was incredible. Had a party of 14 and we…read morereceived friendly and fast service. I had the half rack of ribs and chose for my sides broccoli and onion rings. Everything was amazing. I pulled the bones right out of the ribs. I'll define visiting often.

The employees are very friendly bartenders is on top of their game serving drinks. The food is…read moredelicious