Why People Go Crazy For This One Sandwich In Indiana

When it comes to sandwiches, Indiana has a pretty unique take on some tasy items, like the classic Hoosier tenderloin. However, there’s one place in southern Indiana who offers a slightly different pork-themed sandwich that we can guarantee you’re not going to find anywhere else. Read on to find out more about this interesting sandwich choice…

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The Hilltop Inn has a pretty long history and was originally opened in 1839 as a saloon and dining space. The Hilltop Inn residents in Evansville know today was taken over by new management in 1999, but did not remove the sandwich this restaurant is most famous for: the brain sandwich.

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You heard correctly: brains. This sandwich has won this restaurant some pretty widespread fame and in 2009, the Hilltop Inn was even voted the Manliest Restaurant in America by Asylum Magazine.

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This brain sandwich is a local favorite and often brings visitors from other states, near and far. It's a delicacy consisting of pig brains, a slightly more unique take on the traditional tenderloin sandwich.

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This interesting sandwich is fried in batter to give it a nice crunchy outer coating.

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If you lose your nerve to try this sandwich, there are plenty of other tasty tavern dishes you should indulge in. Their fried chicken, in particular, is an award winning dish worthy of checking out. Still, everyone who's been here and tried this unique sandwich insists you have to give it a chance. Check out this video to learn more about this Indiana delicacy.

Do you know anyone who has tried this famous Indiana sandwich? For more great Hoosier restaurants, check out this post.