Quaint Small Towns in Indiana’s Cool North
Posted on December 20, 2024 by Dina Miller
Indiana's Cool North is home to charming small towns that offer a blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. Towns with Amish heritage, and Indiana Dune communities with scenic beauty, attract visitors with their quaint shops, peaceful streets, and welcoming atmospheres. Perfect for your getaway, whether you seek relaxation or adventure!
Blue Gate Restaurant – Traditional Amish fare in a family-friendly setting
Feast on filling meals just like the Amish serve at home in this popular Shipshewana restaurant. Resembling the rambling white farmhouses that dot the surrounding countryside, let Blue Gate fuel your adventure in Northern Indiana with nourishing dishes like meatloaf sandwiches, hearty homemade chicken and noodle soup, fried chicken, pork chops and other Amish favorites.
Can’t choose? Opt for family-style dining, and have a buffet brought tableside in bowls and platters. Tender roast beef, homemade meatloaf or smoked ham often accompany fried chicken as your entrées. Your meal also includes mashed potatoes, dressing, gravy, homemade noodles, a garden salad, plus your choice of over 25 different pies. Stock up on treats before you leave at the Blue Gate Bakery, featuring Amish peanut butter, cookies, sweets, and their famous Cashew Crunch.
