Amarillo Roadhouse
This local steakhouse features Texas-style barbecue offerings, including, of course, large slabs of porterhouse, prime rib and T-bone. For younger eaters, Amarillo Roadhouse features its Li'l Buckaroos menu. Families can benefit from serious savings on Tuesdays, when children eat free. Those who like spirits with their meal can choose from the Brews & BBQ menu, which pairs up popular menu items such as pulled pork sandwiches with a range of beer choices.
Amarillo Roadhouse
1942 U.S. Highway 41
Schererville, IN 46375
(219) 322-1142
amarillo-roadhouse.com
House of Kobe
It's a bit of surprise to find authentic Japanese cooking in northwest Indiana--better known for traditional steak houses and family diners--but the chefs at House of Kobe have found a steady crowd of fans here. Diners at this restaurant, named after the Japanese city of Kobe that the restaurant's owners say is famous for its tender prime rib, can choose from a range of Japanese steak offerings, sushi and seafood. The chefs here will prepare your meals directly at your table.
House of Kobe
1951 U.S. Highway 41
Schererville, IN 46375
(219) 322-1919
houseofkobe.com
Golden Corral
This popular chain of buffet restaurants got its start in 1973 in Fayetteville, N.C. Today, Schererville has its own location. The restaurant here is much like the others in the Golden Corral chain: The food is affordable and, if not gourmet, plenty tasty. There should be something on the buffet table here to please everyone; diners will find pizza, pasta, seafood, steaks, salads, soups and plenty of sweet treats.
Golden Corral
915 Eagle Ridge Drive
Schererville, IN 46375
(219) 865-0179
Article Written By Don Rafner
Don Rafner has been writing professionally since 1992, with work published in "The Washington Post," "Chicago Tribune," "Phoenix Magazine" and several trade magazines. He is also the managing editor of "Midwest Real Estate News." He specializes in writing about mortgage lending, personal finance, business and real-estate topics. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in journalism from the University of Illinois.