Best places in Porter County

Discover the best places in Porter County, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 536 places in the county.

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27 Entertainment
DJ service
5.00 (367 reviews)
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FLUID Coffee Roasters
Coffee roasters
πŸ‘πŸ‘ I love coming here, the atmosphere and baristas are always so welcoming. The town itself is very homey and has lots to explore. I live an hour away and I’ll still make the trip any day. Carter helped me today he’s great, make sure to stop by! :)
$$ $$
4.80 (928 reviews)
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Crumbl - Valparaiso
Dessert shop
$$ $$
4.80 (832 reviews)
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BAO's PASTRY
Pastry shop
πŸ‘πŸ‘ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (they deserve SOOOO much more than just 5) Authentic French sweets and treats! So much to try, and all so wonderfully made! I will be by, often! Keep up the good work! πŸ‘ *** Update *** (and LONG overdue) Over the last 2 years I have made on average of one visit...
4.90 (411 reviews)
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Indiana Dunes State Park
State park
Dune-lined park for hiking, swimming, fishing, cross-country skiing, birding & more, plus campsites.
4.70 (6.9K reviews)
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Meditrina Market Cafe
Mediterranean restaurant
Intimate, brick-lined corner cafe with sidewalk seats offering Mediterranean dishes & global wines.
$$ $$
4.80 (677 reviews)
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Stacks Bar and Grill
Bar & grill
Cozy library-themed restaurant serving updated comfort classics, plus craft beer, wine & cocktails.
$$ $$
4.70 (2.4K reviews)
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Indiana Dunes Visitor Center
Visitor center
Lobby educational displays, orientation videos & brochures at the entrance to an expanse of dunes.
4.70 (2.2K reviews)
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Tomato Bar Pizza Bakery
Pizza restaurant
$$ $$
4.70 (1.6K reviews)
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Suzie's Cafe & Catering
Cafe
Modest kitchen featuring American mains for breakfast & lunch, plus desserts such as pies & cakes.
$ $$$
4.70 (1.6K reviews)
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49'er Drive-in
Drive-in movie theater
Seasonally operated old-school drive-in theater with a concession stand screening double features.
4.70 (1.5K reviews)
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Octave Grill
Hamburger restaurant
Craft beer on tap, unique burgers & housemade desserts served in a cozy space with a chill vibe.
$$ $$
4.70 (1K reviews)
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Coffee Creek Preserve
Hiking area
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Fantastic trail system. The paved sections are easy to walk on. The more rustic parts are peaceful and quiet. This really is a great park to wander around if you are in the area and have a but of time.
4.70 (965 reviews)
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Salamonie River State Forest
National forest
Hiking, horseback riding, fishing & camping offered in an 850-acre preserve with hidden waterfalls.
4.70 (842 reviews)
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Central Park Plaza
Park
Cozy city park known for its summer event series, plus a playground splash pad & grassy expanses.
4.70 (832 reviews)
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Glenrose Park North - ValPLAYso
City park
πŸ‘πŸ‘ This is the best park around! Lots of different themed play structures (vikings, tree house, fire truck, space ship...). The whole place is accessible, so it's easy for parents to play with kids, too. My toddler loves playing here! The bathrooms are closed for winter, but the picnic area and Free Li...
4.70 (807 reviews)
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Don Quijote
Spanish restaurant
Established Spanish restaurant serving classic entrees & tapas in a traditional, candlelit setting.
$$ $$
4.70 (805 reviews)
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The Rolling Stonebaker
Pizza restaurant
Rustic, bricks & mortar site of a popular food truck with wood-fired pizzas for dine-in or walk-up.
$$ $$
4.80 (398 reviews)
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Indiana Dunes National Park
National park
Park with hotels & eateries, plus 15 miles of shoreline for swimming, hiking, bird-watching & more.
4.60 (10K reviews)
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Rogers-Lakewood Park
Park
πŸ‘πŸ‘ My whole family loves Rogers Lakewood! Fishing, Disc golf, playground, even just to go and take in the scenery. One ofour favorites for sure!
4.70 (688 reviews)
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