Schwartz Family Restaurant
| Address: | 6738 W Governors Trce, Eckerty, IN 47116, USA |
| Phone: | +1 812-338-9000 |
| Rating: | 4.3 |
| Working: | Closed 11AM–8PM 11AM–8PM 11AM–9PM 8AM–9PM 8AM–9PM 8AM–2PM |
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Ross Weaver
VERY SLOW and UNAPOLOGETIC. We had five people for a late breakfast (it was Sunday so some would even call it brunch). We arrived at 10:15 and were told "Its still breakfast so it will be about 45 minutes, or you can wait for the lunch buffet at 11:00." I guess we just didnt believe them or thought we misunderstood so we ordered breakfast. Nothing fancy eggs, bacon, hash browns, pancakes and toast. And then we sat and sat and sat. 30 minutes later we found our waitress and asked her about our order. She said "Yep, were working on it". At 11:00 on the nose the buffet was loaded with pies and fried chicken and veggies, still nothing for us. Our order came out at 11:15 - a full hour wait for something Waffle House could have knocked out in less than 10 minutes. How was it? Average, they were fine eggs and bacon, but everyone in my party was so upset it wouldnt have mattered. I went to find the manager to see how this could happen. I asked why it took an hour for our breakfast to come out. He said "Well that happens when we get real busy like this." So I clarified "You mean this was just due to backup? This is your normal service?" He said, "Yes, you should really try to plan for it." I was floored. There were less than 30 people in the restaurant when we arrived. I know this restaurant is in the middle of nowhere, but the place was less than half full. Since we had never been there and were on vacation in the area, we had no way to "plan for it". I paid my $51 bill and left with my wife so upset she was in tears. So in summary: 1) SLOW and they dont care 2) Food was average at best 3) Overpriced 4) They stole an hour of my life. Drive to French Lick or back to a Waffle House on the interstate and you will be much happier. Consider yourself warned.
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Captain Rex
We freguent French lick 5 to 6 times a year, first time stopping at Schwartzs. Food was good however the service was very poor for a Sunday morning with hardly anyone in the restaurant. Plenty of staff but staff consisted of teenage wait staff that were more interested in socializing and their cell phone then getting things that we asked for. Asked for water twice, waitress would leave our table stop and chit chat, check her phone...no water. Overall place was disappointing no matter how good food tasted and we will not go back. I cant imagine what it would be like on a busy day.
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Karen Skidmore
Not sure why people are giving this restaurant 4 stars; if I could give it less than 1 star, I would. We went there for dinner. This is a cafeteria. The food all looked and tasted like frozen, warmed over food. The worst meal we have ever had. My husband had Salisbury steak, at least thats what they called it and I had chicken tenders. We each had two sides and drinks. Our bill was over $22. Dont waste your time or money going here. They advertise they are an Amish LIKE restaurant. They are not even close to being Amish-like.
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Angelic Salyer Towe
Wonderful home-style food. Very friendly, even though we missed the fact we had driven through a time-zone and walked in 5 minutes before closing. Nice big group of local musicians having a jam session in the back. Great atmosphere. Didnt feel rushed. Almost like walking into moms kitchen! We had chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes, broccoli casserole, BBQ pork, meatloaf, potato salad, carrot cake, oatmeal pie, and homemade ice cream.
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teresa froemel
The fried chicken was awesome. I recommend the cheesey potatoes and macaroni n cheese. I got the all u can eat special with dessert and drink included. found this place on a billboard sign while traveling from Oklahoma...to Virginia (22 hr drive) was hoping to get my dessert and beverage to go. Since we had 14 more hours to go. But it wasnt allowed . That was my only disappointment with this place .
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placidbeach
Wonderful friendly family owned. Joe the owner was out baling hay right before coming in and (after making his rounds warmly greeting and hugging all the regular local patrons and even spending time with me a salesman) joining in on his fiddle with a group of over a dozen other musician friends picking and singing folk songs in the back dining area. Youve never seen any place like this!
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Christy A
Went there on a Sunday a little after 1p.m. after reading good reviews. Nothing looked fresh and there were hardly any options to choose from. They said they werent making any more food that day. Seems like you should have the same options as other paying customers if you come during open business hours. What I did get to try was dry and had no flavor. Very disappointed.
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Robert Terry
A really nice surprise. Its not fancy, its not complicated, but its a comfortable environment.They can special order quite a bit, but your best bet - always - is to go with the all-you-can-eat and come hungry. The bread is always incredible, and the veggies are often wonderful. The homemade icecream and desserts are absolutely worth the calorie damage.
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Damien Thomas
This is one of the absolute best restaurants I have been to in the last 2yrs. I Transport semi trucks across the country so I have no choice but to eat out. It is well worth the short drive north of I-64 on Indiana 37. They have truck/semi parking, RV parking. The food was great, and I feel really good after eating there (not heavy & weighed down).
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Steve Braley
Stopped at 1020 this morning was told I could wait 30 min to put a breakfast order in or wait 40 min to get lunch off the buffet line. I guess if they cant handle a party of one at 1020 the should be open 8 to 10 then close till 11 to start serving lunch. This review is for the customer service only. Restaurant only had 20 people in it all eating.
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leah vogel
On all the signs leading to this restaurant it is stated it was an Amish style restaurant. We went there and were very disappointed. It was actually very offensive to the Amish community as we walked into the restaurant and there were no Amish people or customs. I would not recommend it and will not be coming back to this restaurant.
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Jeff Jarecki
Absolutely amazing. Havent had a thing here I didnt love! The food is incredibly good and the prices are quite reasonable. Theres a great playground outside for the kids before/after eating to burn off the energy. The staff is EXACTLY what you would expect from a country restaurant, outstanding! Very helpful and friendly!
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Sacha Mora
There hours suck u drive off i64 to find they have banker hours. Not sure how they stay in business. Ive been to way better. This is my second time. Coming here. Havent got to eat hear yet. Never again. I say go to any other place but this crappy place. They should be no stars.
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David Nunn
Great food. Clean. Moderately priced. Very friendly. Youve got to meet the Schwartz family. Id walk here just to eat here. Its like what you would expect if you were visiting your favorite aunt or grandmother with all of your cousins.
