The best restaurants in Porter County

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

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Burgerhaus

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Burgerhaus takes USDA prime patties on a world tour with zesty, globally inspired toppings, creative salads, and a lineup of craft beer and…

3304 Calumet Ave (Valparaiso)

Burgerhaus takes USDA prime patties on a world tour with zesty, globally inspired toppings, creative salads, and a lineup of craft beer and fine wines. Named Best Burger Restaurant in the State of Indiana by TripAdvisor, and every burger helps feed kids through their Full Belly Full Heart partnership...

From the Porter County newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Verona Pizza & Wings keeps it simple and satisfying with fresh-ingredient pies, crispy wings, hearty pasta and sandwiches, plus beer and…

1689 W Morthland Dr (Valparaiso)

Verona Pizza & Wings keeps it simple and satisfying with fresh-ingredient pies, crispy wings, hearty pasta and sandwiches, plus beer and wine that actually pair well. Swing by this week for the live entertainment vibes or take it home, they even cater so your next gathering basically plans itself.

From the Porter County newsletter, August 7, 2026

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If your week needs a win, Peddlers Pizza Pub is slinging creative pies like Cream & Crimson and Lambda Gyro Pi, plus brined wings, stacked…

5 Lincolnway (Valparaiso)

If your week needs a win, Peddlers Pizza Pub is slinging creative pies like Cream & Crimson and Lambda Gyro Pi, plus brined wings, stacked sandwiches, and shareable sweets like Monkey Bread. Bring friends, pick from 24 beers on draught, or book Sidebar for your next get-together.

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Lincoln Flats

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Popular eatery featuring pork dishes, schnitzel, burgers and craft beers, plus cocktails.

1 Napoleon St (Valparaiso)

Popular eatery featuring pork dishes, schnitzel, burgers and craft beers, plus cocktails.

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McAlister's Deli

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Easygoing counter-service chain known for its sandwiches, stuffed baked potatoes & sweet tea.

300 Porters Vale Blvd #130 (Valparaiso)

Easygoing counter-service chain known for its sandwiches, stuffed baked potatoes & sweet tea.

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Rustic, bricks & mortar site of a popular food truck with wood-fired pizzas for dine-in or walk-up.

54 Lafayette St (Valparaiso)

Rustic, bricks & mortar site of a popular food truck with wood-fired pizzas for dine-in or walk-up.

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Intimate, brick-lined corner cafe with sidewalk seats offering Mediterranean dishes & global wines.

24 Washington St (Valparaiso)

Intimate, brick-lined corner cafe with sidewalk seats offering Mediterranean dishes & global wines.

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Bento bowls

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Casual eatery featuring a variety of build-your-own bowls (such as tuna or spicy salmon), plus fruit tea.

1330 E Lincolnway (Valparaiso)

Casual eatery featuring a variety of build-your-own bowls (such as tuna or spicy salmon), plus fruit tea.

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Cozy eatery for authentic Mexican cuisine and drinks, plus some seafood dishes.

255 1/2 Indiana Ave (Valparaiso)

Cozy eatery for authentic Mexican cuisine and drinks, plus some seafood dishes.

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Greek-influenced bistro fare served in a brick-walled setting with contemporary art & a bar.

69 Franklin St #5630 (Valparaiso)

Greek-influenced bistro fare served in a brick-walled setting with contemporary art & a bar.

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Martinis

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Family-run venue for chophouse fare & Mediterranean dishes featuring a patio & a laid-back lounge.

1004 Calumet Ave (Valparaiso)

Family-run venue for chophouse fare & Mediterranean dishes featuring a patio & a laid-back lounge.

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Figs and Fables

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Charming eatery known for steaks and fish entrées, as well as cocktails and desserts.

57 Franklin St (Valparaiso)

Charming eatery known for steaks and fish entrées, as well as cocktails and desserts.

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Food court featuring a number of different vendors and multiple cuisines served in a casual setting.

704 Silhavy Rd (Valparaiso)

Food court featuring a number of different vendors and multiple cuisines served in a casual setting.

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Familiar eatery offering rice-based rolls, along with cooked dishes like noodles, soups and salads.

5942 US-6 (Portage)

Familiar eatery offering rice-based rolls, along with cooked dishes like noodles, soups and salads.

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

2605 Laporte Ave (Valparaiso)

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

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Don Quijote

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Established Spanish restaurant serving classic entrees & tapas in a traditional, candlelit setting.

119 E Lincolnway (Valparaiso)

Established Spanish restaurant serving classic entrees & tapas in a traditional, candlelit setting.

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Radius

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Modern hangout dishing creatively topped burgers & other American eats, plus innovative cocktails.

15 E Lincolnway (Valparaiso)

Modern hangout dishing creatively topped burgers & other American eats, plus innovative cocktails.

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Casual breakfast & lunch chain with a long menu of straightforward fare & coffee drinks.

3712 N Calumet Ave (Valparaiso)

Casual breakfast & lunch chain with a long menu of straightforward fare & coffee drinks.

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Casual eatery known for burritos and tacos (made with fresh ingredients) including Cali-style varieties, plus beer.

3 Napoleon St (Valparaiso)

Casual eatery known for burritos and tacos (made with fresh ingredients) including Cali-style varieties, plus beer.

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Lively, modern eatery serving American food like meat loaf, in an old industrial building.

258 S Campbell St (Valparaiso)

Lively, modern eatery serving American food like meat loaf, in an old industrial building.

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Relaxed pizza parlor, serving gluten-free pies, specialty pizzas and beer.

2310 Laporte Ave (Valparaiso)

Relaxed pizza parlor, serving gluten-free pies, specialty pizzas and beer.

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New Bangkok

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Relaxed eatery dishing up Thai favorites, alongside sushi rolls.

1615 Calumet Ave (Valparaiso)

Relaxed eatery dishing up Thai favorites, alongside sushi rolls.

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Wingstop

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Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

1805 Calumet Ave Unit 1 (Valparaiso)

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

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Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

212 E Lincolnway (Valparaiso)

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

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

3530 N Calumet Ave (Valparaiso)

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

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A menu featuring an array of causal Japanese dishes & sushi in a no-frills setting with a full bar.

21 Lincolnway (Valparaiso)

A menu featuring an array of causal Japanese dishes & sushi in a no-frills setting with a full bar.

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Upscale restaurant pairing hearty New American fare with upscale cocktails and craft beer.

210 E Lincolnway (Valparaiso)

Upscale restaurant pairing hearty New American fare with upscale cocktails and craft beer.

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American restaurant & bar serving burgers, pizzas & local brews in an airy, industrial setting.

1084 Linwood Ave (Valparaiso)

American restaurant & bar serving burgers, pizzas & local brews in an airy, industrial setting.

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Rudy's BBQ Shack

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Brisket, ribs & sides served up cafeteria-style in a no-frills setting with indoor picnic tables.

1305 Calumet Ave (Valparaiso)

Brisket, ribs & sides served up cafeteria-style in a no-frills setting with indoor picnic tables.

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Maple + Bacon

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Casual bistro specializing in fluffy eggs and breakfast favorites like waffles and omelets in a cozy, wood-accented space.

210 Aberdeen Dr A (Valparaiso)

Casual bistro specializing in fluffy eggs and breakfast favorites like waffles and omelets in a cozy, wood-accented space.

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Casual restaurant offering pizza, pasta, and other Italian dishes, plus beer and wine.

1409 Lincolnway (Valparaiso)

Casual restaurant offering pizza, pasta, and other Italian dishes, plus beer and wine.

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

1454 Lincolnway (Valparaiso)

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

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Wings Etc.

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Relaxed sports bar serving wings & beer.

501 Silhavy Rd Ste B101 (Valparaiso)

Relaxed sports bar serving wings & beer.

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Fazoli's

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Fast-food chain doling out baked pastas, subs, pizza & other casual Italian fare plus custom combos.

2809 Calumet Ave (Valparaiso)

Fast-food chain doling out baked pastas, subs, pizza & other casual Italian fare plus custom combos.

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La Cabaña

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Comfortable option for Mexican dishes and margaritas, including vegetarian choices, in a casual setting.

807 E Lincolnway (Valparaiso)

Comfortable option for Mexican dishes and margaritas, including vegetarian choices, in a casual setting.

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