If there’s anything about Indiana we love (okay, we love all of it), it’s the fact that in many small towns, there are plenty of old buildings and locations to check out if you’re a fan of local history. In a little pre-Civil War town known as Madison, Indiana, there’s a tavern and restaurant that’s been open since, well, just about forever – it’s so old that by the time the year 1854 arrived, the restaurant had already been operating for 20 years. Looking for the best places to eat in Indiana? Look no further – this delightful family-owned restaurant in Indiana is nothing short of the best of its kind, and we think you’ll delight in every dish precisely the way we did.

The Historic Broadway Inn and Tavern is quite literally the oldest continuously-operated family restaurant and bar in the entire Hoosier State.
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It might be old, but it's not without its modern luxuries - like some of the best food you'll ever eat.
Sidle on up to the charmingly old-school bar and order your favorite libation.
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Soak in the interior of this historic place and ponder the various guests it's seen over the centuries.
Broadway Hotel and Tavern has some of the best standard American bar food you'll ever have, as well as delectable steaks, chops, and desserts.
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If you're wondering where to begin, we won't be of much help, either - we love it all, and we think every single dish the place has available is worthy of a taste.

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One of the first things you'll notice about the tavern is its architecture.
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Founded in 1834, the building is a reminder of days long past and all the days to come - it's a fascinating reminder of how far we've progressed as a state, but not too far - after all, breaded tenderloin has been an Indiana obsession for about as long as the place has been open (and the tenderloin here is one of the best).
Among our favorite dishes served at this delightful historic nosh spot are the incredible prime rib, succulently mixed drinks, and desserts you might actually kill for.
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As the longest continuously operating family-owned joint in the Hoosier State, they're sure to know a thing or two about whipping up the perfect meal.
Of course, you'll need to leave room for dessert - or maybe even desserts, plural.
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If you’re interested in the full history behind this family-owned restaurant in Indiana – the oldest there is! – be sure to read the story on the official Broadway Restaurant website.

Need more delicious places to eat in your life? Look no further than our bucket list of eight affordable restaurants in Indiana you need to try ASAP.

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