Official Tourism Guide • Cave City, Barren County, KY
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Food & Drink in Cave Country

Dining in Cave City

A delicious mix of local favorites and regional treasures. Savor slow-smoked barbecue, hand-tossed pizza, craft bourbon, artisan coffee, and sweet bakery treats.

Foodie Haven

A Delicious Mix of Local Favorites and National Chains

Cave City, Kentucky is a haven for foodies of all tastes and preferences. With a wide range of dining options, visitors to the city can easily find a satisfying meal, snack or beverage no matter what they’re in the mood for. Whether you’re in a hurry and need a quick bite or you have time to sit down and enjoy a leisurely meal, Cave City has you covered.

18+ Verified Eateries 2 Historic Bourbon Tasting Rooms
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Places to Eat & Drink

Showing 18 verified dining establishments in Cave City and surrounding area.

POURter's Pub & KitchenChamber MemberBars & Pubs
Brewpub, Craft Beers & Southern Fare

POURter's Pub & Kitchen

Historic downtown brewpub featuring regional taps, loaded smashburgers, craft cocktails, gourmet pub classics, and weekend live entertainment.

105 Broadway St, Cave City, KY 42127
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The Dog Pound Restaurant & Smoke HouseChamber MemberCave City Cookin'
Smoked Barbecue & Family Dining

The Dog Pound Restaurant & Smoke House

Slow-smoked Kentucky barbecue ribs, tender brisket, pulled pork, homestyle sides, and popular car cruise-ins on Adventure Row.

806 Mammoth Cave Rd, Cave City, KY 42127
Cave City PizzaChamber MemberCave City Cookin'
Hand-Tossed Pizzas, Calzones & Subs

Cave City Pizza

Locally beloved scratch pizza parlor featuring hand-tossed dough, savory garlic knots, baked pasta, oven-toasted subs, and fresh salads.

210 Broadway St, Cave City, KY 42127
Ace Coffee Co.Chamber MemberCafes & Sweet Treats
Specialty Espresso Bar, Teas & Bakery

Ace Coffee Co.

Morning artisan coffee house crafting espresso lattes, pour-overs, iced teas, matcha, and fresh-baked morning pastries on Broadway.

203 Broadway St, Cave City, KY 42127
Cave City Coffee & CreameryChamber MemberCafes & Sweet Treats
Coffeehouse, Smoothies & Ice Cream

Cave City Coffee & Creamery

Handcrafted specialty coffee drinks, iced frappes, fruit smoothies, hand-dipped ice cream cones, and decadent dessert pastries.

201 Hubbard Ln A, Cave City, KY 42127
Watermill RestaurantChamber MemberCave City Cookin'
Country Buffet & Southern Comfort

Watermill Restaurant

Generous Southern buffet with crispy fried chicken, country vegetables, catfish, meatloaf, homestyle cobblers, and welcoming service.

804 Mammoth Cave Rd A, Cave City, KY 42127
MB Roland Distillery — Cave Du BourbonChamber MemberBars & Pubs
Bourbon Tasting Experience & Spirits

MB Roland Distillery — Cave Du Bourbon

Historic downtown tasting room offering grain-to-glass craft Kentucky whiskeys, single-barrel pours, and distillery merchandise.

109 Broadway St, Cave City, KY 42127
Dueling Grounds Distillery — The Barrel RoomChamber MemberBars & Pubs
Craft Bourbon Tasting Room & Cocktails

Dueling Grounds Distillery — The Barrel Room

The first dedicated tasting room on Broadway pouring award-winning Linkumpinch Bourbon, seasonal craft cocktails, and flights.

107 Broadway St, Cave City, KY 42127
Mammoth Valley PubChamber MemberBars & Pubs
Pub Fare, Craft Beers & Mountain Views

Mammoth Valley Pub

Relaxed gathering pub along Mammoth Cave Road offering ice-cold craft beers, appetizers, wings, burgers, and lively atmosphere.

810 Mammoth Cave Rd, Cave City, KY 42127
The DiveDowntown Rail DistrictBars & Pubs
Neighborhood Lounge & Craft Spirits

The Dive

Friendly downtown neighborhood gathering tavern with cold drinks, pool tables, relaxed vibes, and community hospitality.

201A Broadway St, Cave City, KY 42127
El Acapulco Mexican RestaurantChamber MemberCave City Cookin'
Traditional Mexican Cuisine

El Acapulco Mexican Restaurant

Authentic sizzling fajitas, loaded burritos, tacos, enchiladas, fresh guacamole, chips, and chilled margaritas.

413 E Happy Valley St, Cave City, KY 42127
El Mazatlan Bar & Grill #4Chamber MemberChain & Regional Favorites
Mexican Grill & Cantina

El Mazatlan Bar & Grill #4

Vibrant family-friendly Mexican cantina serving fresh salsa, tacos al carbon, seafood specials, and jumbo frozen margaritas.

105 Gardner Ln, Cave City, KY 42127
La Cabaña Mexican Bar & GrillChamber MemberCave City Cookin'
Authentic Mexican Fare & Cocktails

La Cabaña Mexican Bar & Grill

Hearty Mexican combination platters, quesadillas, arroz con pollo, draft cervezas, and festive dining room right off the interstate.

810 Sanders St, Cave City, KY 42127
Sweet Cheeks Bakery & CafeChamber MemberCafes & Sweet Treats
Fresh Baked Goods, Cakes & Treats

Sweet Cheeks Bakery & Cafe

Scratch-made bakery crafting fresh morning cinnamon rolls, custom cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and grab-and-go sweet delights.

810 Sanders St, Cave City, KY 42127
Buckingham’s Honey & OakLocal FavoriteCave City Cookin'
Specialty Dining & Southern Cuisine

Buckingham’s Honey & Oak

Elevated Southern comfort cooking featuring honey-glazed dishes, steaks, artisan sides, and warm Cave City hospitality.

822 Mammoth Cave St, Cave City, KY 42127
Sundae ThreadsDowntown Rail DistrictCafes & Sweet Treats
Ice Cream, Craft Dirty Sodas & Apparel

Sundae Threads

Cave City's sweetest shop for hand-dipped ice cream waffle cones, dirty soda concoctions, shakes, and custom vintage tees.

106 N 1st St, Cave City, KY 42127
JB's Haunted Mansion & Snack ShackAdventure RowCave City Cookin'
Pizzas, Subs, Ice Cream & Fun

JB's Haunted Mansion & Snack Shack

Playful spooky-themed restaurant serving oven-baked pizzas, hot subs, soft-serve ice cream, and retro arcade family games.

3162 Mammoth Cave Rd, Cave City, KY 42127
Annie's Family KitchenArea FavoriteCave City Cookin'
Down-Home Country Comfort Food

Annie's Family Kitchen

Classic country home-style cooking with hand-breaded pork chops, meatloaf, macaroni and cheese, and homemade pies.

1113 Cleveland Ave, Glasgow, KY 42141

Shopping, Antiques & Roadside Markets

Take home a piece of Kentucky from historic downtown Broadway or roadside rock shops.

Paul's Antiques & Collectibles
Rail District • Vintage Treasures & Nostalgia

Paul's Antiques & Collectibles

Treasure trove of vintage Kentucky glassware, primitives, enamel signs, and roadside memorabilia.

113 Broadway St, Cave City, KY 42127
Hippie Joe's
Rail District • Eclectic Boutique & Gifts

Hippie Joe's

Artisan clothing, minerals, crystals, bohemian home goods, gemstone jewelry, and Kentucky gifts.

216 Broadway St, Cave City, KY 42127
One More Chapter Bookstore
Rail District • Independent Bookstore & Gifts

One More Chapter Bookstore

Curated bestsellers, regional Kentucky history, nature lore, children's stories, and quiet reading corners.

508 Broadway St, Cave City, KY 42127
Big Mike's Rock Shop
Adventure Row • Rock, Mineral & Geode Emporium

Big Mike's Rock Shop

Thousands of glittering minerals, crack-your-own geodes, rare fossils, and classic roadside souvenirs.

566 Old Mammoth Cave Rd, Cave City, KY 42127
The Flower Cave
Rail District • Florals, Botanicals & Apparel

The Flower Cave

Full-service florist offering fresh bouquets, botanical gifts, home accents, and boutique clothing.

121 Broadway St, Cave City, KY 42127
Mammoth Valley Farm & Market
Adventure Row • Pasture-Raised Meats & Local Goods

Mammoth Valley Farm & Market

Family farm offering homegrown Kentucky beef, farm-fresh provisions, honey, and handcrafted goods.

Mammoth Cave Rd corridor, Cave City, KY 42127