Rafters Food & Spirits

"They have your regular bar foods, but they also have some really great appetizer items that I'm now craving regularly! The fried pickles are a favorite of my granddaughter, and the cheese curds are delish. We don't usually get the biscuits and apple butter only because we are native Brown Countians, and we've grown up on that. If you like fried mushrooms, then you HAVE to try theirs. Oh, I can eat the whole thing by myself... which means I have to get a to go box for another fave, the southwest salad...yum! Add chicken, and you have a nice protein boosted meal. The burgers and tenderloins are a repeat order with other family members, and the fried chicken is a must try. The service can be slow, but I think that is likely due to a lack of help. The staff is friendly and tries to make you feel appreciated."

"I can't rate the food as my girlfriend and I just came here for drinks at the bar. There was a bit of a wait to be seated, but that's probably largely in part to Craig Morgan performing across the street at Brown County Music Hall later in the evening. I had two Le-Mooo-ade Shake up, one plain and one flavored with strawberry. Both were spectacular. I also had a Caribbean Mule and a Kentucky Mule. Both were amazing. My girlfriend had a glass of wine and an old fashion (my girlfriend use to be a bartender) she said the old fashion was perfectly made. They were super busy but very attentive to the customers. They actually use jiggers, so don't think you're going to be heavy poured here. That could be disheartening to some, but that saves the restaurant/bar a lot of money, which can keep them open. We'll be going back and trying the food probably tomorrow. It's a very relaxed atmosphere and very chilled spot to just have a few drinks. Their drink prices are in par and actually on the lower end then some.places I've been to."

"I live locally and the best fried chicken in Indiana! Always fresh, service is fast but I recommend the cole slaw instead of green beans! The biscuits with apple butter are awesome. Love it order it and be happy! You won’t be disappointed!"

"We were able to sit right away on the patio and the service was quick and attentive. The weather was perfect to enjoy a meal outside. The food is moderately priced and the quality was good but not great. Would recommend the fried pickles if you find yourself dining here."

"So we recently moved to the Nashville area and were looking for a cool place to eat and hang out. This part of Indiana doesn’t really have a “foodie” scene so we struggled a bit. I wouldn’t call this place unique in its food but what they have is really good. I come here mostly for the fried chicken. It’s very good. I just wish they had collard greens and fried cabbage as sides. I usually get the mashed potatoes and Cole slaw. We haven’t stayed in the hotel so can’t comment on that but Rafters is worth coming just for dinner."