Best Southwest American Restaurants in Portage, IN

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1. White Castle - Hobart

4.5

Awesome(22)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Gary IN

Celebrate a truly American dining experience at White Castle in Hobart, Gary, IN, where the sliders are nothing short of legendary. Known for its delightful, steamy sliders and an array of mouth-watering sides like loaded fries and decadent shakes, White Castle delivers an authentic taste of American cuisine in a nostalgic, old-school atmosphere. Reviews rave about the exceptional service and cleanliness, with one satisfied diner noting, "First time having White Castle and it did not disappoint." Whether you're fulfilling a late-night craving or introducing the next generation to a classic, White Castle stands as a beacon of American fast-food done right. As one reviewer put it, it's a place where "a slider is a slider and sometimes you just want a few!"

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2. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Merrillville, IN

4.6

Exceptional(4556)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Merrillville, Indiana

Booked 39 times today

At Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant in Merrillville, IN, diners are treated to an exceptional seafood experience, where every dish is an exploration of flavor and artistry. Praised for its "innovative and varied" menu, the restaurant shines with seafood selections that are consistently lauded by guests. One diner raved about the "fantastic" mahi mahi, highlighting the menu's fresh, creative approach to seafood. Another guest recommended the "excellent" crusted mahi-mahi, underlining the restaurant's commitment to quality and taste. Seamlessly paired with expertly selected wines, each meal at Cooper's Hawk promises not only a feast for the taste buds but also a memorable dining adventure.

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3. Root & Bone - Chesterton

4.6

Exceptional(52)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Chesterton

Booked 1 time today

Root & Bone in Chesterton offers a heartwarming farm-to-table experience that truly stands out in the realm of Southern cuisine. With a passionate commitment to sourcing farm-fresh, conscientiously sourced ingredients, each dish is a tribute to rural American traditions infused with a modern twist. Diners rave about the "amazing food and atmosphere," highlighting standout dishes like the "crispy and juicy fried chicken" and the "Grilled peach salad with chix," which showcases a delightful blend of flavors from fresh grilled peaches to spicy honey vinaigrette. The consistently praised "angel biscuits" and a variety of comfort foods that leave you feeling satisfied yet guilt-free reinforce Root & Bone’s reputation. This place has quickly become a cherished addition to the Chesterton community, offering an upscale yet cozy dining experience that embodies true Southern hospitality.

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4. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Merrillville

3.8

Excellent(22)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Merrillville, Indiana

Booked 4 times today

Time counts at BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we’ve continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ’s a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ’s to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we’ve put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven’t just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it’s because of them we’re continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ’s, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

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5. Red Lobster - Merrillville

4.2

Awesome(18)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Merrillville, Indiana

Booked 1 time today

Elevate your day at Red Lobster, where fun meets fancy and every meal is a celebration. Whether you’re marking a special occasion or treating yourself or your crew, Red Lobster is the perfect place to enjoy all your seafood favorites. Dive into our signature shrimp, wild caught lobster and crab, and more. Plus, a variety of fish and popular non-seafood items like our Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo. Looking for a showstopper? Create Your Own Ultimate Feast or select a Live Maine Lobster straight from the tank. Or explore our Daily Deals with a different special available each weekday at a price you’ll love. Toast the day with Signature Cocktails including Lobster Punch and Main Deck Margarita Flights to make any moment feel festive. You won’t want to miss our newest menu items or special promotions like Lobsterfest and Crabfest. Reserve online today. Group Dining, To Go, or Catering options. For parties of 11+, please call.

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6. White Castle - Schererville

4.8

Exceptional(21)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Schererville, Indiana

Fine dining is back at White Castle this Valentine’s Day and craviiiier than ever! From steamy Sliders to decadent desserts you’re guaranteed to impress that special someone (or crew) you love so much! So step up your game and dine with us a la carte or dig into The Love Clutch Collection full of delicious delights. Give the special Cravers in your life the royal treatment at White Castle on February 14th. Because everyone wants to hear those three little words: We’re. Getting. Sliders. P.S. Here are a few lines to help set the mood—FREE OF CHARGE: I only have fries for you Mozzstix & chill? You’re my crave-orite I’d put a Chicken Ring on it

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7. White Castle - Valparaiso

3.8

Excellent(2)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Valparaiso, Indiana

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8. Buffalo Wild Wings - Merrillville

4.3

Awesome(0)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Valparaiso, Indiana

Since 1982, Buffalo Wild Wings® (or B-Dubs® as our friends call us) has been the ultimate place to watch the game, have a cold beer and eat some great food. At Buffalo Wild Wings, you can always feel comfortable pulling some tables together with your friends and staying as long as you want.

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9. Buffalo Wild Wings - Valparaiso

3.8

Excellent(1)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Valparaiso, Indiana

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5.0
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This was one of the best meals we have had in a long time! Fabulous flavors and everything was cooked perfectly. Highly recommended!
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Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 24, 2024
Ryan was our server and he was excellent in his knowledge of food and very kind. He went above and beyond.
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Pilsen YardsPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Pilsen
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4.7
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Vanessa
Austin •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 23, 2024
Tomas was an awesome waiter. He was quick and helpful, offering to get us the 6 pack when we landed on 2 tacos each to save us a couple dollars. We said we were on a tight schedule and we were somehow in and out in maybe 40 mins total. Might have been 30. The tacos were also great. Al Pastor de Pollo and Carnitas killed. Tacos are overstuffed and therefore appropriately priced. Had to eat some of the eat out of them at first in order to pick up and eat. At the end when I said I was taking my guests to their first architecture boat tour, he shared his enthusiasm even after 10 years here and psyched them up. Thanks for a great quick meal.
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Broken English Taco Pub - Lake StreetPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Downtown / Loop
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4.5
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Skylarvip
Chicago / Illinois •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 10, 2024
Had a great dinner with some friends at Big Star! Thanks so much
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Big Star - WrigleyvillePrice: Moderate• Mexican• Wrigleyville
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4.5
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Alison
Chicago / Illinois •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 8, 2024
Antonio our server was amazing. The appetizers we ordered came out so fast we were still placing our taco order. Our 2 and 4 year old enjoyed playing with the foosball table. Tacos and margaritas were good. Elote portion was smaller than I expected but delicious. We arrived at 5 pm and it started to really get busy around 6 pm. Large indoor seating space.
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Big Star Wicker ParkPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Bucktown / Wicker Park
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4.6

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9 restaurants available nearby

1. White Castle - Hobart

2. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Merrillville, IN

3. Root & Bone - Chesterton

4. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Merrillville

5. Red Lobster - Merrillville

6. White Castle - Schererville

7. White Castle - Valparaiso

8. Buffalo Wild Wings - Merrillville

9. Buffalo Wild Wings - Valparaiso

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