Disclaimer: Since this was originally posted, this restaurant tragically burned down in a fire. You can read the full details here.
There are plenty of amazing Indiana restaurants tucked away into hidden corners and nestled in tiny, overlooked towns. Every now and then, though, you stumble on a hidden restaurant that is well worth the journey. If you’re searching for your new favorite place to eat, take this scenic drive to Rosedale, Indiana.
Tom Gill/Flickr The drive to Rosedale will be full of gorgeous scenery, since this small town is located in Parke County, the county most famous for its covered bridges. Right across from our destination, you’ll find one of Rosedale’s two covered bridges, the Roseville Covered Bridge, which is definitely worth exploring.
Frank A./Yelp Overlooking this charming bridge, you’ll find Rock Run Cafe & Bakery, a hidden gem in the middle of Rosedale.
Rock Run Cafe & Bakery/Facebook If you find yourself famished during a covered bridge tour or after stopping at the nearby famous Rotary Jail Museum, you’ll want to check out Rock Run.
Linda T./TripAdvisor From pizza to breaded tenderloins to chili to something as simple as fries, you’ll be blown away by the incredible high quality dishes in this small town joint.
Rock Run Cafe & Bakery/Facebook You can even sit outside and enjoy the view of the covered bridge and surrounding nature.
Linda T./TripAdvisor But the real treat here is their unique dessert. Their famous vinegar pie is much sweeter than the name would have you believe. This delicious surprise is worth the drive in itself; no wonder they’re famous around Rosedale!
Dawn W./TripAdvisor If you’re looking to try something new and absolutely amazing, take the scenic drive up to Rock and Run. You won’t regret it!
Have you ever tried the famous vinegar pie at this incredible hidden restaurant? For another amazing, off-the-beaten-trail restaurant in Indiana, check out this place.
Tom Gill/Flickr
The drive to Rosedale will be full of gorgeous scenery, since this small town is located in Parke County, the county most famous for its covered bridges. Right across from our destination, you’ll find one of Rosedale’s two covered bridges, the Roseville Covered Bridge, which is definitely worth exploring.
Frank A./Yelp
Overlooking this charming bridge, you’ll find Rock Run Cafe & Bakery, a hidden gem in the middle of Rosedale.
Rock Run Cafe & Bakery/Facebook
If you find yourself famished during a covered bridge tour or after stopping at the nearby famous Rotary Jail Museum, you’ll want to check out Rock Run.
Linda T./TripAdvisor
From pizza to breaded tenderloins to chili to something as simple as fries, you’ll be blown away by the incredible high quality dishes in this small town joint.
You can even sit outside and enjoy the view of the covered bridge and surrounding nature.
But the real treat here is their unique dessert. Their famous vinegar pie is much sweeter than the name would have you believe. This delicious surprise is worth the drive in itself; no wonder they’re famous around Rosedale!
Dawn W./TripAdvisor
If you’re looking to try something new and absolutely amazing, take the scenic drive up to Rock and Run. You won’t regret it!
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