Comfort food comes in many packages but the best are those itty bitty little joints that have been around for decades. There’s a small town kitchen in Huntington, Indiana that fits that bill, and it’s been around for more than 100 years.

Original recipes and a rustic atmosphere make this local watering hole popular. Scroll on to learn more.

Nick’s Kitchen is a little local restaurant in northern Indiana with history that goes back to the early 1900s. The diner was opened in 1908, but Nick had been selling burgers out of a cart since 1904.

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In 1927, the business was sold to a couple of locals who have kept the place going ever since. The diner is most famous for its breaded tenderloins, milkshakes, and homemade pies.

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Guests are greeted by a cozy and casual dining room upon arrival, and the friendly staff will make you feel right at home. Not much has changed here in the last 100 years.

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Breakfast is the best meal of the day at this small town kitchen. Guests enjoy biscuits and gravy, waffles, French toast, and hot cakes, as well as omelets, scrambles, and more.

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If you’re in the mood for something a bit heartier, the lunch and dinner menus will have your mouth watering. In addition to tenderloins, this place is known for its burgers, fried fish, brisket, and chicken and noodles.

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You can’t leave without a milkshake or a slice of pie. Stop by Monday and Tuesday between 6 a.m. and 2 p.m. and Wednesday through Saturday between 6 a.m. and 8 p.m. This small town kitchen is closed on Sundays.

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Nick’s Kitchen is located at 506 N Jefferson St., Huntington, IN 46750, and you can learn more about it on its website or Facebook page.

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