Best restaurants in Terre Haute back in the day--OFC?

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niklz62 said:
that's what it sounded like. somehow this has escaped me for 20 years. I think it's on my to do list now.
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I haven't been in a few years but I'm a big fan. I'm not a picky eater - food is incredible - experience is what you make it. Life is so fast - American's in general are conditions to eat quick - the restaurant industry is driven by turning tables. A 2 hour + really good meal is a fun experience.
 

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shootingsycamore said:
A couple of more outside TH and a nice drive is" Andrews at the Westbrook" in Paris and "The Beef House" in Covington.
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Been to both. Andrews is a really nice place for a special occasion. Reservations are required and hard to get near holidays. Beef House is more my style but I wouldn't think it to be a great place for a special occasion unless it was a large gathering.
 
Kleptz is a classic. Been there 4 times in the last few weeks. Went with a group(s), it all looked and tasted quite good. Been to Logan's for lunch. Hasn't changed in years. You're right, great service, had the salad bar which is very good.
 
shootingsycamore said:
Another good restaurant was/is "Richards Farm" in Casey, IL. Haven't been there is years, but they had great pork chops.
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ive eaten there more times since Ive lived in Charleston the last 18 years than I did the 25 I lived in Casey. They own Moggers and Stables in Terre Haute. You can probably get everything on the menu from there at either of those restaurants. BUT you wont be able to see the "World's Largest Pitchfork" or tour the other "big things in a small town".
 

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I'm a consultant. When I accept an assignment the expectation is that one moves into the community/city where the position is located. In April, I accepted an assignment in Terre Haute. It was like homecoming. It lasted until 9/30/18. Interestingly, decent short term housing in Terre Haute is difficult to procure and expensive. While driving on Cherry Street I noted a placard "Move in Special". I inquired and it was the Core Redevelopment Deming Center. Great apt. and a terrific renovation of the Deming. 5th floor apt. overlooking the Rhodes/Mills complex, the ISU Foundation and past the Wabash River. Fabulous sunsets. Very reasonable,less than 1/2 the price of a long term stay hotel.I mention this because much has changed in downtown TH. All for the better. I remember in the mid to late 1970's when the 3 dept stores vacated, downtown TH looked like Dresden after WWII less the bomb craters. There are a number of very nice restaurants and coffee shops. Notably Saratoga, Rice and Pasta, J.Fords, Clabbergirl and others. The Swope Art Gallery, Children's Museum, soon to be the Vigo County Historical Society and "Candles" add a nice cultural touch. With the renovation of Hulman Center and the addition of the convention center there is reason for optimism. The owners of "Haute Maison" and the Ohio Bldg complex have invested heavily in downtown. What is missing are college age establishments for the ISU students and additional retail stores. Overall a very nice experience.
 
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shootingsycamore said:
I'm a consultant. When I accept an assignment the expectation is that one moves into the community/city where the position is located. In April, I accepted an assignment in Terre Haute. It was like homecoming. It lasted until 9/30/18. Interestingly, decent short term housing in Terre Haute is difficult to procure and expensive. While driving on Cherry Street I noted a placard "Move in Special". I inquired and it was the Core Redevelopment Deming Center. Great apt. and a terrific renovation of the Deming. 5th floor apt. overlooking the Rhodes/Mills complex, the ISU Foundation and past the Wabash River. Fabulous sunsets. Very reasonable,less than 1/2 the price of a long term stay hotel.I mention this because much has changed in downtown TH. All for the better. I remember in the mid to late 1970's when the 3 dept stores vacated, downtown TH looked like Dresden after WWII less the bomb craters. There are a number of very nice restaurants and coffee shops. Notably Saratoga, Rice and Pasta, J.Fords, Clabbergirl and others. The Swope Art Gallery, Children's Museum, soon to be the Vigo County Historical Society and "Candles" add a nice cultural touch. With the renovation of Hulman Center and the addition of the convention center there is reason for optimism. The owners of "Haute Maison" and the Ohio Bldg complex have invested in downtown. What is missing are college age establishments for the ISU students and additional retail stores. Overall a very nice experience.
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Did you get a chance to see the transformation of the old ICON building next to the new track complex?
 
Yes I had a tour, but it wasn't available until late August. The renovation is terrific. I remember it when it was Pillsbury. It's known as "Riverfront Lofts". The choice of student housing in downtown is varied and very nice indeed as previously mentioned the improving dining options.
 
New spot in the Haute worth your time if you get into town this hoops season! I went last weekend during a soft opening and the place is nice!

Bar Bosco - Located in the old Simrell's building is a new very cool and historically preserved restaurant/bar. The bar is open but it doesn't appear (at least yet) to be a good place to catch a sporting event. I've never been to Italy but I'd guess the food and drinks in this place are pretty similar to what I would find if I did. Defiantly worth your time. https://www.tribstar.com/news/local...cle_3753e789-21d0-5a4e-9154-c3959867391f.html
 
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