25 Essential Valparaiso Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Valparaiso.
The Rolling Stonebaker
Indiana
Rustic, bricks & mortar site of a popular food truck with wood-fired pizzas for dine-in or walk-up.
Fazoli's
Indiana
Fast-food chain doling out baked pastas, subs, pizza & other casual Italian fare plus custom combos.
New Bangkok
Indiana
an everyday essential favorite for readers tracking Valparaiso's most persuasive thai restaurant rooms, anchored by a Beam Score of 86.6.
Meditrina Market Cafe
Valparaiso, Indiana
Intimate, brick-lined corner cafe with sidewalk seats offering Mediterranean dishes & global wines.
Pesto's Italian Restaurant
Valparaiso, Indiana
Family-run eatery serving pasta, pizza, entrees & a seasonal menu plus a twice-weekly buffet.
Stacks Bar and Grill
Valparaiso, Indiana
Cozy library-themed restaurant serving updated comfort classics, plus craft beer, wine & cocktails.
Rosati's Pizza
Valparaiso, Indiana
Italian chain eatery featuring Chicago-style deep-dish pizza, plus pasta & sandwiches.
Firehouse Subs Valparaiso Walk
Valparaiso, Indiana
Counter-serve sandwich chain offering made-to-order hot & cold subs, plus a variety of hot sauces.
Tomato Bar Pizza Bakery
Valparaiso, Indiana
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Drive-through, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service.
Burger King
Valparaiso, Indiana
Well-known fast-food chain serving grilled burgers, fries & shakes.
Bob Evans
Valparaiso, Indiana
Casual chain started on an Ohio farm & known for hearty family-style meals & a country vibe.
Blockhead Beerworks
Valparaiso, Indiana
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails.
The Lincoln Kitchen
Valparaiso, Indiana
Service options: Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great dessert.
China House
Valparaiso, Indiana
Ample portions of Chinese favorites offered in a dining room lined with booths & traditional decor.
Franklin House
Valparaiso, Indiana
Easygoing gastropub offering a menu of burgers, sandwiches & tacos, as well as over 100 beers.
Northside Tap
Valparaiso, Indiana
Service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Bar games, Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails.
Phil-B's Cafe
Valparaiso, Indiana
Service options: Curbside pickup, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great coffee, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast.
Velero's Restaurant Mexican cuisine
Valparaiso, Indiana
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Live music, Serves local specialty. Popular for.
Kelsey's Steak & Seafood
Valparaiso, Indiana
Spacious steakhouse with a giant cow out front serves charbroiled steaks alongside housemade sides.
El Amigo Restaurant
Valparaiso, Indiana
No-frills Mexican eatery offering traditional items like tacos for eat-in or takeout.
Benelli’s Pizzeria
Valparaiso, Indiana
Service options: Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible parking lot. Offerings: Comfort food.
Bru-Man's Hot Chicken
Valparaiso, Indiana
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance.
McAlister's Deli
Valparaiso, Indiana
Easygoing counter-service chain known for its sandwiches, stuffed baked potatoes & sweet tea.
Buffalo Wild Wings
Valparaiso, Indiana
Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.
Schoop's Hamburgers
Valparaiso, Indiana
Classic fast-food chain, founded in 1948, serving burgers, fries, shakes & coffee.