Old restaurants in Owensboro, Kentucky, want to reopen

There are so many great restaurants in Owensboro, but lately we wanted to know which restaurants from the past you miss the most. There were two excellent choices battling for the top spot. Here are the top 15 results based on your suggestions.

I miss the waffle house! -John Gore

Let’s have some fun and remember. Most of these restaurants were open before I moved here, but my friends and family talk about them all the time. Some of the restaurants we listed were regional and some local, but all served great food which we miss. Even though Owensboro has every dining experience imaginable, that doesn’t mean there isn’t room for more. Let’s take a look at some of the most iconic restaurants that have long since closed. Maybe someone will see this and come back soon!

Bring White Castle back to Owensboro. – Point Alexander

I miss the Blandford Drive-In! -Becky Wright Luckett

Kenny Roger’s Roasters, 8 Ball, Barney’s, George’s BBQ, Waffle House, Mazzio’s, Trotters, and The Royce were all mentioned, but they didn’t make the cut. Love was also shown at King’s Table, Johnny B’s, Blandford’s, Maloney’s Roca Bar, Mazzio’s, Burger Chef, Barney’s, Sambo’s and Ryan’s, but not enough to make the list. Do you agree or disagree with these choices?

I loved the Trotters! -Heather Hoover

At Ruth and Bob’s!! I loved this place. – Patty Newton

Jd is on Breckinridge. The best lunch plates in Owensboro. -Kurtis Franklin Smith

Here are the Top 15 most missed and iconic restaurants from Owensboro’s past.

So what do you think? There are surprises, that’s for sure!

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