Hardin County Restaurant Reviews

Britten McDowell — the Experienced Eater — reviews a new Hardin County restaurant every Wednesday on Hardin Local Weekly. Honest takes on what to order, what to skip, and the people behind the food.

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Hardin County Daily Brief for July 11, 2026

Hardin County Daily Brief: July 11, 2026

A $964K grant is fixing a closed Vine Grove bridge, the Glendale Ford plant starts retooling, and a flood watch stays up through tonight.

What Does a Magistrate Actually Do? Inside the Fiscal Court with Kenny Saltsman

No robe. No courtroom. Magistrate Kenny Saltsman demystifies the most misunderstood office in county government, from the budget to the snow plow.

Hardin County Daily Brief for July 10, 2026

Hardin County Daily Brief: July 10, 2026

SteelGrove's amphitheater topped out this week, plus a flood watch stays active into the weekend.

Hardin County Housing: Inventory Fell When a Climb Was Expected

The 4th of July paused the market but didn't stop it. Inventory fell to 400 active homes, and Rachel breaks down what 3.5 months of supply means for you.

The Hardin Local Weekly crew covers Hardin County Fair week, a housing inventory surprise, and the Super Kroger opening

Fair Week, a Housing Surprise & Kroger Opens: Hardin Local E28

Fair week night by night, the housing number nobody expected, a Kentucky-first rebrand, Super Kroger opens, and a first look at Best of Hardin County.

Nate Bryan's pre-recorded Business Buzz covers the Super Kroger opening and the Wellness City rebrand in Elizabethtown

Wellness City, Super Kroger Opening & Burger 21: E-town Business

A Kentucky-first rebrand, the Super Kroger Marketplace opening, a gourmet burger chain eyeing E-town, and two respectful goodbyes in this week's Business Buzz.

Jon O'Brien breaks down the Hardin County Fair schedule night by night on Hardin Local Weekly

Hardin County Fair 2026: Night-by-Night Guide + Fair Week Events

The Hardin County Fair runs through Saturday, the Lawn Party moved to Wednesday, and Saturday brings a downtown Night Market. Jon O'Brien has your full week.

Fireworks over a county courthouse on the Fourth of July — America Turns 250, We Got You a Gift — Hardin Local Elections 2026

America Turns 250 This Weekend. Hardin County, We Got You the Perfect Gift.

68 candidates are on Hardin County's November ballot, and every one gets the same free, non-partisan Hardin Local interview. See who's in, who we're still waiting on, and why the registration deadline just moved to July 15.

Hardin Local Weekly goes LIVE at HubHaus in Elizabethtown

Hardin Local Weekly: LIVE at HubHaus (S2026E27)

Hardin Local Weekly went live from HubHaus: the VA clinic, Wawa, the full 4th of July lineup, a family brewery's story, and a housing market finally giving buyers choices.

Hardin County Housing Market Update — June 2026

With 416 active homes and inventory up 23 percent, Hardin County has shifted to a balanced market, Rachel Brantingham breaks down what it means by price point.

HubHaus Review: Brisket Poppers, Reuben & More

Hardin Local ate live at HubHaus in downtown Elizabethtown. Brisket jalapeno poppers, a standout Reuben, and onion rings you can hear, plus a complimentary-beer offer this week.

Inside HubHaus with Nick Garrett | Hardin Local

Co-owner Nick Garrett on how three friends and a garage keg became HubHaus, the family-first restaurant, brewery, and arcade on Main Street in downtown Elizabethtown.

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Sam's Gyros Review: Radcliff & Elizabethtown Mediterranean

Britten McDowell reviews Sam's Gyros with locations in Radcliff and Elizabethtown — big portions, bold Mediterranean flavors, and some of the best value in Hardin County.

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Namaste Indian Cuisine Review — The Experienced Eater S2026E12

Britten McDowell has eaten Indian food from coast to coast. Namaste Indian Cuisine & Bar in Elizabethtown is second only to the best he has ever had. Here is the full review.

Britten and Michele McDowell review 2B Thai in Elizabethtown for The Experienced Eater on Hardin Local Weekly — 9.6 out of 10, the highest rating ever given in Hardin County

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2B Thai Elizabethtown Review: 9.6/10 — Hardin County's Best

9.6 out of 10 — Britten McDowell's highest rating ever in Hardin County goes to 2B Thai on Ring Road. "We are spoiled here in Elizabethtown to have a place like this."

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Experienced Eater Review: Eat at the Spot in Radcliff

Britten and Michele McDowell finally walk into the Jamaican kitchen they smell from their own front porch. The smoked jerk chicken at Eat at the Spot is Britten's hands-down recommendation.

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Experienced Eater Review: Jack's Wings in Radcliff, KY

Britten and Michele McDowell review Jack's Wings — 50 huge wings for $75 on Super Bowl Sunday, five sauces deep. Verdict: an institution in Radcliff, and absolutely top-notch.

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Experienced Eater Review: Lee's Famous Recipe in Radcliff

Britten and Michele McDowell take a carry-out run to Lee's Famous Recipe in Radcliff. The spicy dippers are the move, the sides are all great, and it's a longtime favorite.

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Experienced Eater Review: StrEAT Kitchen at Social Food Hall

Britten and Michele McDowell chase a smash-burger recommendation to StrEAT Kitchen at Social Food Hall — build-your-own burgers, a 15-sauce cold bar, and beef-tallow fries. The verdict is in.

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Experienced Eater Review: Capri's Italian Restaurant

Britten and Michele McDowell debut their review of Capri's Italian Restaurant — open barely nine days. Verdict: a solid B, with standout veal Parm and tortellini Bolognese.

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