My Kentucky Lake Trip

Places to eat at Kentucky Lake

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End the dinnertime arguments and hangry lunchtime moments. Add your lunch and dinner plans to your itinerary before you head out!

You will find something for everyone on this list!

The KY Lake region is home to some of the best barbecue there is. Only in Western Kentucky will you find barbecue made this way (and it’s the best way of course!). Or, if you’re looking for that romantic night out along the water, we have that too!

Whether you’re looking for some quick sustenance, a mid-afternoon snack or a full course meal, we have what you need!

End the dinnertime arguments and hangry lunchtime moments. Add your lunch and dinner plans to your itinerary before you head out!

You will find something for everyone on this list!

The KY Lake region is home to some of the best barbecue there is. Only in Western Kentucky will you find barbecue made this way (and it’s the best way of course!). Or, if you’re looking for that romantic night out along the water, we have that too!

Whether you’re looking for some quick sustenance, a mid-afternoon snack or a full course meal, we have what you need!

Here are places to eat in Marshall County with restaurants near Kentucky Lake.

BBQ

The best barbecue on Kentucky Lake!

4 Little Pigs BBQ

4 Little Pigs BBQ

198 W 5TH STREET, BENTON, KY 42025

Bad Bob's BBQ

Bad Bob’s BBQ

198 W 5TH STREET, BENTON, KY 42025

Hutchen's BBQ

Hutchen’s BBQ (Breakfast & Lunch Only)

601 MAIN STREET, BENTON, KY 42025

J-Mack BBQ

J-Mack BBQ

198 W 5TH STREET, BENTON, KY 42025

Pizza

You can never go wrong in choosing pizza! Every family’s favorite go-to!

Majestic Pizza & Steakhouse

Majestic Pizza & Steakhouse

244 US-68, BENTON, KY 42025

Domino's Pizza

Domino’s Pizza

31 CARROLL ROAD, BENTON, KY 42025

Mama D's

Mama D’s

3885 US-62, CALVERT CITY, KY 42029

Big Guys Pizza Grill

Big Guys Pizza Grill (Food Truck)

286 Tara Court, Benton, KY 42025

Godfather's Pizza

Godfather’s Pizza

500 S MAIN STREET, CALVERT CITY, KY 42127

Little Caesar's Pizza

Little Caesar’s Pizza

406 W 5TH STREET, BENTON, KY 42025

Pizza Hut / Wing Street

Pizza Hut / Wing Street

54 MAIN STREET, BENTON, KY 42025

On-the-Go Favorites

Want a local spot but quickly? We have some options for you!

Calvert City Drive In

Calvert City Drive In (call ahead/carry out only, unless you decide to stick around for the movies)

1111 Drive in Ln, Calvert City, KY 42029

Belew's Dairy Bar

Belews Dairy Bar

150 UNION RIDGE ROAD, AURORA, KY 42025

Burgers On Wheels

Burgers on Wheels (Food Truck)

830 E 5th Avenue Calvert City KY (Opening Soon)

D's Doggs

D’s Doggs (Food Truck)

Benton Drive In

Benton Drive In

1505 MAIN STREET, BENTON, KY 42025

Hamburger Patti's

Hamburger Patti’s

1759 J.H. O’BRYAN AVE., GRAND RIVERS, KY 42045

270-362-8844 888-736-2515

Southern Comforts

Are you searching for the best catfish, fried chicken or other southern favorites? You’ve found them!

Patti's 1880's Settlement / Mr. Bill's Restaurant

Patti’s 1880’s Settlement
Mr. Bill’s Restaurant
Temporarily closed for rebuild, but you can enjoy Hamburger Patti’s Grab and Go for now!

198 W 5TH STREET, BENTON, KY 42025

270-362-8844, 888-736-2515

Catfish Kitchen

Catfish Kitchen

136 TEAL RUN CIRCLE, BENTON, KY 42025

Dinner Bell

Dinner Bell Restaurant

13444 US-68, BENTON, KY 42025

Four Seasons Restaurant

Four Seasons Restaurant

14264 MURRAY HWY, HARDIN, KY 42048

Boss Hogg's

Boss Hogg’s

11728 US-68 E, BENTON, KY 42025

Twistin 50's Cafe

Twistin 50’s Cafe

11728 US-68 E, BENTON, KY 42025

The Pond Restaurant

The Pond Restaurant – Aurora

16814 US-68, HARDIN, KY 42048

Sawyer's Café & Desserts

Sawyer’s Café & Desserts

830 5th Ave SE, Calvert City, KY 42029

Jo Jo's Cafe

Jo Jo’s Cafe

423 East 12 Street Benton, Kentucky

On the Water

Whether you’re looking for a great dinner with a lakefront view or you’re wanting some sustenance while boating, here are some yummy options on the water!

Ralph's Harborview Bar & Grill

Ralph’s Harborview Bar & Grill

570 MOORS RD., GILBERTSVILLE, KY 42044

Harbor Lights Restaurant

Harbor Lights Restaurant

113 ADMINISTRATION DR., GILBERTSVILLE, KY 42044

800-325-0146 • 270-362-4271

Aurora Landing Restaurant

Aurora Landing Restaurant

542 Kenlake Rd, Hardin, KY 42048

Cindy’s on the Barge

Cindy’s on the Barge – Kenlake Marina

888 Ken Lake Marina Ln, Hardin, KY 42048

Sizzlin Sisters Grill

Sizzlin Sisters Grill (Food boat on the lake)

The Sands, Kentucky Lake, Hardin, KY 42025

Lolli’s on the Lake

Lolli’s on the Lake (Food boat on the lake)

Smith Bay, Kentucky Lake

Something for Everyone

Dinner for the whole family or just for the two of you. You’ll find something everyone will love!

Trifecta Bar and Grill

Trifecta Bar and Grill

109 CARROLL RD., BENTON, KY 42025

Brass Lantern Restaurant

Brass Lantern Restaurant

16593 U.S. HIGHWAY 68 E., AURORA, KY 42048

Fast Eddie's Bait and Tackle

Fast Eddie’s Bait and Tackle

8492 US-68, BENTON, KY 42025

Embers Restaurant at Ken-Bar Lodge

Embers Restaurant at Ken-Bar Lodge

7711 US HWY 641, GILBERTSVILLE, KY 42044

Majestic Pizza & Steakhouse

Majestic Pizza & Steakhouse

244 US-68, BENTON, KY 42025

Mama D's

Mama D’s

3885 US-62, CALVERT CITY, KY 42029

Parcell's Deli & Grille

Parcell’s Deli & Grille

165 US HWY 68 E, BENTON, KY 42025

Ponderosa Steakhouse

Ponderosa Steakhouse

127 US-68, BENTON, KY 42025

Ethnic Cuisine

You’ll find something to satisfy any craving near Kentucky Lake!

China Wall

China Wall

928 5TH AVENUE SE, CALVERT CITY, KY 42029

Habanero Mexican Grill

Habanero Mexican Grill

244 US-68, BENTON, KY 42025

Los Tres Amigos

Los Tres Amigos

4560 US HWY 62, CALVERT CITY, KY 42029

Los Portales

Los Portales

84 COMMERCE BLVD, BENTON, KY 42025

Peking Chinese Restaurant

Peking Chinese Restaurant

83 MAIN STREET, BENTON, KY 42025

Panda Chinese Buffet

Panda Chinese Buffet

315 W 5th St #400, Benton, KY 42025

Los Amigos

Los Amigos – Aurora

165 US HWY 68 E, BENTON, KY 42025

Casa Laguna Mexican Grill

Casa Laguna Mexican Grill

65 Campbell Drive, Calvert City, KY 42029

Something Sweet

Do you even need an excuse? You are on vacation!

Belew's Dairy Bar

Belew’s Dairy Bar

150 UNION RIDGE ROAD, AURORA, KY 42025

Benton Donuts

Benton Donuts

110 A E 5th Street, Benton, KY 4202

Sweet CeCe's

Sweet CeCe’s

406B W 5th Street, Benton, KY 42025

The Hitching Post & Old Country Store

The Hitching Post & Old Country Store

16474 US-68, Hardin, KY 42048

Sweetie’s Old Fashioned Hand-Dipped Ice Cream

Sweetie’s Old Fashioned Hand-Dipped Ice Cream (Food truck)

1632 Foust Sledd Road, Benton, KY 42025

Wateringhole

Enjoy a casual setting to relax, drink and have a good time.

The Dam Brewhaus

The Dam Brewhaus

1894 US 641 N. Benton, Kentucky

The Boar’s Mask

The Boar’s Mask Coming Soon!

Coming Soon!

Trifecta Bar and Grill

Trifecta Bar and Grill

109 CARROLL RD., BENTON, KY 42025

The Beer Garden

The Beer Garden

3540 US Hwy 641 N Benton, Kentucky

Ralph's Harborview Bar & Grill

Ralph’s Harborview Bar & Grill

570 MOORS RD., GILBERTSVILLE, KY 42044

Start Your Day

They say it’s the most important meal of the day… here it’s at least the yummiest.

Fast Eddie's Bait and Tackle

Fast Eddie’s Bait and Tackle

8492 US-68, BENTON, KY 42025

Cracker Barrel

Cracker Barrel

314 Kennedy Ave, Calvert City, KY 42029

Benton Donuts

Benton Donuts

110 A E 5th Street, Benton, KY 4202

Hutchen's BBQ

Hutchen’s BBQ (Breakfast & Lunch Only)

601 MAIN STREET, BENTON, KY 42025

Parcell's Deli & Grille

Parcell’s Deli & Grille

165 US HWY 68 E, BENTON, KY 42025