The best restaurants in Hobart

26 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Culver’s

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Fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy.

6139 US-6 (Portage)

Fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy.

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Five Guys

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Fast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.

6036 US-6 (Portage)

Fast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.

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Family-owned pizzeria serving thin- & thick-crust pies, plus wings & subs in casual digs.

1601 W Old Ridge Rd

Family-owned pizzeria serving thin- & thick-crust pies, plus wings & subs in casual digs.

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Full-service chain bar & grill providing hearty American eats in an informal setting.

6211 US-6 (Portage)

Full-service chain bar & grill providing hearty American eats in an informal setting.

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Pizzeria chain serving classic thin-crust pies, pasta & sandwiches in a relaxed setting.

5023 US-6 (Portage)

Pizzeria chain serving classic thin-crust pies, pasta & sandwiches in a relaxed setting.

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Texas Corral

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Outpost of a relaxed American steakhouse chain with rustic decor & peanuts on the floor.

5880 US-6 (Portage)

Outpost of a relaxed American steakhouse chain with rustic decor & peanuts on the floor.

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White Castle

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Fast-food chain serving signature beef, chicken & fish sliders, plus extras such as onion rings.

7996 E Ridge Rd

Fast-food chain serving signature beef, chicken & fish sliders, plus extras such as onion rings.

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Aurelio's Pizza

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Longtime chain known for its pizzas, pastas & other Italian staples served in a casual setting.

6500 W U.S. Hwy 6 (Portage)

Longtime chain known for its pizzas, pastas & other Italian staples served in a casual setting.

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Marco's Pizza

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Counter-serve chain serving up a menu of specialty or custom pizzas for takeout or delivery.

297 S Wisconsin St

Counter-serve chain serving up a menu of specialty or custom pizzas for takeout or delivery.

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Subway

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Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.

1403 A S Lake Park Ave

Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.

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Counter-service chain offering a range of Philly-style cheesesteaks, loaded fries & lemonades.

6087 US-6 (Portage)

Counter-service chain offering a range of Philly-style cheesesteaks, loaded fries & lemonades.

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Family-owned pizza joint since 1979 with old-school American & Italian standards & outdoor seating.

840 E 3rd St

Family-owned pizza joint since 1979 with old-school American & Italian standards & outdoor seating.

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Pizza Hut

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Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

7878 E Ridge Rd

Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

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Subway

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Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.

5808 Melton Rd (Gary)

Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.

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Local Mexican chain serving classic dishes, steaks & margaritas in a casual, festive setting.

5031 E Lincoln Hwy (Merrillville)

Local Mexican chain serving classic dishes, steaks & margaritas in a casual, festive setting.

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Texas Roadhouse

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Lively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.

6130 US Hwy 6 (Portage)

Lively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.

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Family-owned pizzeria serving thin- & thick-crust pies, plus wings & subs in casual digs.

3146 Central Ave (Lake Station)

Family-owned pizzeria serving thin- & thick-crust pies, plus wings & subs in casual digs.

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Homey chain restaurant serving American comfort food, with an on-site general store.

6200 Opportunity Ln (Merrillville)

Homey chain restaurant serving American comfort food, with an on-site general store.

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Chain eatery specializing in thick-crust pizzas, also offering sides & desserts.

6851 Broadway (Merrillville)

Chain eatery specializing in thick-crust pizzas, also offering sides & desserts.

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New Jersey–based counter-serve sandwich chain serving jumbo subs filled with cold cuts & toppings.

2871 E 81st Ave Ste C (Merrillville)

New Jersey–based counter-serve sandwich chain serving jumbo subs filled with cold cuts & toppings.

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Miller Pizza Co.

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Chicago-style pies and Italian beef are featured at this casual restaurant with a patio.

622 1/2 S Lake St (Gary)

Chicago-style pies and Italian beef are featured at this casual restaurant with a patio.

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Beggars Pizza

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Beggars Pizza does it the Gary way, with thin crust, deep dish, and stuffed pies layered with a heavy hand of mozzarella and finished with…

4345 S Broadway (Gary)

Beggars Pizza does it the Gary way, with thin crust, deep dish, and stuffed pies layered with a heavy hand of mozzarella and finished with their homemade savory sauce or a unique tomato blend. Back it up with BP Wings, mozzarella sticks, or the BBQ Chicken pie and call it a weeknight win.

From the Gary newsletter, August 30, 2026

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Convenience store-based pizza chain doling out create-your-own pies along with wings.

2930 Dekalb St (Lake Station)

Convenience store-based pizza chain doling out create-your-own pies along with wings.

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From morning bagels with spreads to lunchtime burgers and stacked sandwiches, Clutch Bagels and Spreads keeps Miller Beach and the rest of…

444 S Lake St (Gary)

From morning bagels with spreads to lunchtime burgers and stacked sandwiches, Clutch Bagels and Spreads keeps Miller Beach and the rest of Gary happily fueled. Swing back later for their Detroit style pizza, because some days you deserve carbs at every meal.

From the Gary newsletter, August 25, 2026

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Relaxed restaurant (with a rustic vibe), serving burgers, salads and other classic eats from brunch to supper alongside cocktails, craft…

555 S Lake St (Gary)

Relaxed restaurant (with a rustic vibe), serving burgers, salads and other classic eats from brunch to supper alongside cocktails, craft beers and wine.

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Skip the blah dinner rotation and let Fuji Japanese Restaurant handle it. Their menu leans classic with sushi, sashimi, and other Japanese…

5942 US-6 (Portage)

Skip the blah dinner rotation and let Fuji Japanese Restaurant handle it. Their menu leans classic with sushi, sashimi, and other Japanese favorites, available for takeout and online ordering, so you can enjoy a legit Portage upgrade on the couch while the game or that show you definitely aren't binging plays on.

From the Porter County newsletter, August 30, 2026

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