25 Essential Middletown Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Middletown.
Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings
Kentucky
Chain eatery serving up fried chicken fingers, wings, sandwiches & other American comfort food.
First Watch
Kentucky
Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.
Big Bad Breakfast Middletown
Kentucky
an everyday essential favorite for readers tracking Middletown's most persuasive restaurant rooms, anchored by a Beam Score of 83.1.
Blaze Pizza
Middletown, Kentucky
Hip counter-serve pizzeria dishing up crispy, thin-crust pies made with creative toppings & sauces.
Hometown Pizza - Middletown
Middletown, Kentucky
Relaxed Italian chain offering everything from specialty pizzas & pastas to soup & subs.
Clay Oven Indian Restaurant
Middletown, Kentucky
Strip-mall restaurant providing traditional Indian dishes in a relaxed atmosphere.
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
Middletown, Kentucky
Soft-serve ice cream & signature shakes top the menu at this classic burger & fries fast-food chain.
Havana Rumba Middletown
Middletown, Kentucky
Festive, down-to-earth Cuban eatery known for its hearty traditional fare & cocktails.
Rumors Restaurant
Middletown, Kentucky
Easygoing American joint with a patio offering oysters, sandwiches & seafood plates, plus cocktails.
Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings
Middletown, Kentucky
Chain eatery serving up fried chicken fingers, wings, sandwiches & other American comfort food.
Coals Artisan Pizza
Middletown, Kentucky
Identifies as Latino-owned. Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection.
Mark's Feed Store
Middletown, Kentucky
Local chain serving BBQ, fish, comfort sides & desserts in a casual space with a country vibe.
Salsarita's Fresh Mexican Grill
Middletown, Kentucky
Counter-serve Mexican chain offering customized burritos, nachos & quesadillas in a colorful space.
Five Guys
Middletown, Kentucky
Fast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.
Waffle House
Middletown, Kentucky
Simple chain spot offering American diner fare & all-day breakfast, including signature waffles.
Main Event Louisville
Middletown, Kentucky
Service options: Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection.
Buffalo Wild Wings
Middletown, Kentucky
Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.
J. Gumbo’s
Middletown, Kentucky
Counter-service chain outpost dispensing gumbo, jambalaya, po' boys & other Cajun-Creole fare.
Barrel 33 Tavern & Grill
Middletown, Kentucky
Service options: Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Live music, Sports. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
McAlister's Deli
Middletown, Kentucky
Easygoing counter-service chain known for its sandwiches, stuffed baked potatoes & sweet tea.
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
Middletown, Kentucky
Louisiana-inspired fast-food chain known for its crispy fried chicken, chicken sandwiches & fries.
Joella's Hot Chicken - Middletown
Middletown, Kentucky
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
Taco City Louisville-Middletown
Middletown, Kentucky
Service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection.
Moby Dick Restaurants
Middletown, Kentucky
Service options: Drive-through, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance.
Biscuit Belly - Middletown
Middletown, Kentucky
Identifies as women-owned. Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great coffee.