Veterans' Cafe and Catering

4.2 ( 155 reviews )
Checking... 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM See Hours
$10–20
7805 W Taft St, Merrillville, IN 46410, United States
+1 219-750-9018

Located at 7805 W Taft St in Merrillville, Indiana, Veterans' Cafe and Catering is quickly establishing itself as a must-visit American restaurant. This unique venue not only serves delicious soul food but also pays tribute to veterans, making it a heartwarming dining experience. Customers rave about the freshness and flavor of the dishes, with highlights including homemade macaroni, succulent fried chicken, and irresistible peach cobbler.

Nicole Quinn described her experience as "AMAZING," noting how the food made her "do a lil dance inside." Ms. Lowe echoed this sentiment, calling it the best restaurant in the region with friendly staff and consistent quality. The fried chicken wings, yams, and mac and cheese have become favorites among patrons, while Eddie Gaines praised the pleasant and professional service, likening the cuisine to the "old dirty south."

With a welcoming vibe and a deep commitment to quality, Veterans' Cafe and Catering is more than just a meal; it's a celebration of community and culture. Don’t miss out on the Mother’s Day special, and definitely make time for the café’s famed caramel cake!

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Serves great coffee
    • Serves great dessert
  • Popular for
    • Popular for breakfast
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves food
    • Serves healthy options
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
  • Dining options
    • Serves breakfast
    • Serves brunch
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Has catering
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed

Reviews For Veterans' Cafe and Catering

Nicole Quinn
Jun 26,2025
This my was VERY 1ST TIME EATING HERE OMGGGG AMAZING FOOD AND SERVICE. The food was fresh, hot, delicious and it made me do a lil dance inside lol..I even wrote Ms Bessie and note thanking her for her gift of cooking... the macaroni was homemade and sooo good(im picky about this lol) , the dressing was sooo yummy omgg, the ribs, fried chicken, fried corn, greens(I added a lil sugar don't judge me lol) the caramel cake was bomb and the peach cobbler was hands down AMAZING ... FOR MY DRINK I HAD HALF LEMONADE HALF SWEET TEA.. This place honors veterans and how beautiful is that... go eat, go say hello, and SHE'S HAVING A MOTHER'S DAY SPECIAL.... PLEASE GO SEE AND EAT
Ms. Lowe
Jun 16,2025
This restaurant is by far the best in the region. The food is always good. The owner and staff are very friendly. I love coming here to eat.
Lisa Scheuermann
Jun 14,2025
Very good food. Very friendly service. I will definately come back next time I am in town.
Nicole Quinn
Apr 27,2025
This is a WONDERFUL BLACK OWNED RESTAURANT THAT MANY DON'T KNOW ABOUTMs.Bessie is a VETERAN, her staff is so friendly helpful and they enjoy us being there. Customer service is a 10 plus Soul food , my favorite is the fried chicken wings, yams and Mac and cheese. . If you are in the Gary indiana area, PLEASE STOP BY, THEY EVEN HAVE PEACH COBBLER, CAKES AND YOU CAN GET IT TO GO AS WELL. .
Eddie Gaines
Apr 25,2025
My wife and I Fell totally in Love with this cafe, we were introduced to its food at a wedding in Indiana; granted we live Chicago. So we went back to the restaurant based on the seasons of the food. I tell you one thing, the food is off the chain and the service is pleasant and professional. Just like the old dirty south!!!!
Frank Booker
Apr 16,2025
When you pull up with no one in the parking lot you thinking this can't good. You just had a wonderful weekend with good food and your on the way home. You think here's the shoe that drops...... nope Thanksgiving in February at your favorite aunties house. I had greens black eyed peas with rice, sweet potatoes, dressing, fried chicken and oven baked ribs that was made to perfection. I almost didn't eat there, it was very clean and from the moment we got there we were made to feel like we arrived at home and mom had cooked. Peach cobbler is a must for dessert. I salute my fellow veteran for making a restaurant with recreating what most military crave a home cooked meal.
T Williams
Apr 8,2025
Tried it for the first time today, the food was delicious! It was good Southern home cooking at it's finest. We'll definitely be back to try more of their options.
Dionne D. Collier
Mar 24,2025
We attended an event with Governor Candidate, Curtis Hill this past Sunday. The service at this restaurant was great! The food was excellent! I do suggest that you try the fried cabbage stir fry and the smothered pork chops! The added bonus along with the delicious food, is that they help support our veterans!

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