Festival Country Indiana Tenderloin Tasting Trail

Festival Country is home to mouth-watering tenderloins. Try them all to discover which Indiana classic is your favorite. 



1. The Willard

This award-winning tenderloin does not disappoint. It features a thick cut, crispy breading and a light pepper flavor. They serve it up with fries and a chilled pickle spear. It's easy to see why it's voted the locals' favorite. 

99 N. Main St., Franklin

317-738-9668

thewillard.com


2. BoJak's Bar & Grille

It's crispy, delicious and served with chips and all the toppings. You can even get this sandwich for a discount on Tenderloin Thursdays.

377 E. Jefferson St., Franklin

317-346-0310

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3. Ann’s Restaurant

Another classic Franklin joint, Ann's features a thick breaded tenderloin (lunch only). What sets theirs apart is the side of homemade potato chips and ranch dressing.

77 W. Monroe St., Franklin

317-736-5421

annsrestaurant.com


4. Dale's 2 Family Restaurant

Dale's is known for fresh, homestyle cooking. Their tenderloin is hand-breaded and served on a toasted bun with the classic toppings and a side of fries.

1071 W. Jefferson St., Franklin

317-868-8773

dales2.com



5. Desperation Depot and Bar

The locals compliment the delicious tenderloin and great service at Desperation Depot. Served with tater tots and topped with cheese, this tenderloin is a crowd-pleaser.

3522 S. U.S. 31, Amity

317-736-0161

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6. Big Red’s Place

Big Red’s Place is known for its quality home cooking, and its impressive tenderloin is no exception. This Hoosier favorite is crispy and seasoned just right. It comes with your choice of onion rings, fries, fried mushrooms or other sides.

124 E. Main Cross St., Edinburgh

812-526-5000

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7. Edinburgh Diner

This unassuming diner wins hands-down for biggest tenderloin in Festival Country. Ask for an extra bun so this sandwich can easily be shared with a friend.

413 S. Eisenhower Dr., Edinburgh

812-703-5086

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8. Wildflour Bakehouse Cafe & Gift Shop

Stop into Wildflour for a unique tenderloin experience. Their menu not only includes the classic breaded tenderloin sandwich, but two breakfast varieties. Enjoy a platter with eggs, bacon or sausage, potatoes, a biscuit and a tenderloin topped with sausage gravy. Or, try their tenderloin tot bowl that features tater tots topped with breaded tenderloin, sausage gravy and two eggs over medium. 

1012 E. County Road 775 South, Nineveh

317-933-6027

wildflourbakehs.com


9. Crowbar Restaurant & Lounge

The Crow's Tenderloin from Crowbar is center cut, hand breaded, and deep fried to order. It's served with a side of chips, but you can also try sides like deep fried biscuits with apple butter, fire roasted corn and crispy onion rings. Check their website for fun events like music bingo and karaoke.

209 State Road 135, Trafalgar

317-878-4030

crowbar.pub


10. Taxman Brewing Company

Known for its fresh, local, eclectic food as much as for its beer, Taxman put its own spin on this sandwich. They add an artistic drizzle of Dijon mayonnaise and a toasted bun. Available anytime except Sunday brunch hours.

13 S. Baldwin St., Bargersville

317-458-0210

taxmanbrewing.com


11. Knuckle Sandwich

This 1950s-style diner has a cult following. First of all, their fun decor features classic cars, checkerboard ceilings, a jukebox and memorabilia on the walls. When it comes to their tenderloin, it's crispy and served on a giant bun with a side of fries.

5116 State Road 135, Suite A., Bargersville

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12. The Haven at Hickory Stick Golf Club

This crispy classic comes breaded or grilled on a brioche bun with lettuce, pickle, tomato and red onion. Fans say it's one of the best around. Reservations are strongly recommended.

4422 Thompson Blvd., Greenwood

317-422-8300

havenhickorystick.com


13. Tried & True Alehouse

This is a well-presented tenderloin with custom sliced pickles, an extra large bun to fit the sandwich and one of the best beer lists.

2800 S. State Road 135, Greenwood

317-530-2706

triedandtruealehouse.com


14. Revery

Revery is a high-end gastropub, so their tenderloin is no ordinary dish. This fried beauty is served with mashed potatoes, short rib beef gravy and pickled red onion.

299 W. Main St., Greenwood

317-215-4164

reverygreenwood.com


15. Oaken Barrel Brewing Company

Fans love this tenderloin for its breading and flavor. It's served on a cornmeal-dusted bun with house-made fries. Oaken Barrel is also the oldest craft brewery in Festival Country, so if you like craft beer, try one of theirs while visiting.

50 Airport Pkwy., Greenwood

317-887-2287

oakenbarrel.com


16. Main Street Grille

One of the most popular menu items on their top shelf menu, their tenderloin impresses all who discover it. Visitors from "dry counties" (no Hoosier tenderloins) say they make a point to stop in for one when in the area.

200 S. Emerson Ave., Greenwood

317-215-4326

mainstgrillegreenwood.com


17. Sunny's Chicken

Sunny's is known for its hand-breaded fried chicken, but a popular pork tenderloin is also on the menu. Visit this casual eatery to taste it for yourself, along with sides like fried okra, fried mushrooms and honey butter biscuits.

1030 S. U.S. 31, Greenwood

sunnys-chicken.com


18. Whit’s Inn

Locals voted this sandwich a Top 5 Tenderloin in the state and named Whit's Inn a Top 5 Neighborhood Pub. Try it for yourself and see why.

1020 S. U.S. 31, Whiteland

317-535-9511

mywhitsinn.com 


19. Friend’s Diner

Their crispy, seasoned tenderloin is unique for its toasted sesame seed bun that offers the perfect balance of softness and crunch. Served with cole slaw, fries and a classic lettuce, tomato and pickle topping. this sandwich is a winner.

989 N. U.S. 31, Whiteland

317-530-2254

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