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The Whistle Stop in Glendale, Kentucky, is a beloved family-owned restaurant known for its home-style southern cooking and charming atmosphere. Established on April 30, 1975, by Idell Sego, it began as a small sandwich shop in her husband’s hardware store and has grown into a cherished local dining spot. The restaurant features many original recipes, including their famous fried green tomatoes and meringue pie, and has been recognized in Southern Living magazine multiple times for its exceptional desserts and as the best non-franchise restaurant in Kentucky since 2010. Located on the main street of Historic Glendale, the Whistle Stop offers a unique dining experience with homemade dishes that evoke the comfort of grandma’s kitchen.
Kitschy landmark serving Southern favorites like fried green tomatoes, catfish & country ham.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–4 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 216 E Main St, Glendale, KY 42740
Phone: (270) 369-8586
Website: http://whistlestopky.com/
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Reviews
Ali
Wow I don’t have enough good things to say about this place! Went right in & was seated with no wait around 6 pm on a Saturday. Their complimentary bread was warm & wonderful. The fried green tomatoes are hefty & thick. My pot roast was yummy. The only thing I didn’t love was the corn pudding- it was jiggly and not what I was expecting. However, their pies are absolutely delicious! Coconut meringue & Kentucky pie were both amazing. The portion sizes for the prices on everything was pretty good too. Everyone working here was very friendly & service was awesome. Can’t wait to come back!
… moreAndy Sparks
A little bit of a tourist trap but not too bad. Food is good and service is good. Server was very friendly. Sonya and I had fried chicken. I had butter beans and greens for my sides. Butter beans were really good. Greens were good but tasted very salty. I don’t eat much salt so everything tastes salty to me.
… moreTony Patton
The mashed potatoes were real, the collard greens were seasoned perfectly and the fried green tomatoes served with a creamy horseradish dip may have been the best I’ve ever had. The fried chicken was juicy and crispy but could have used a little more seasoning. Homemade bread was a nice touch. My coworker had chicken and dumplings and said they were great. The tea was fresh and the service was quick and friendly. We’ll definitely be back.
… morePatrick Graycarek
This is the best country fixins food in the county hands down. The prices are great, the portions are even better. My wife got the catfish which was HUGE, and I got the livers which was a large portion as well. Everything had so much flavor. The service was beyond outstanding. We cant wait to come back to try more on the menu!! If you like country style food, this is the best option around!
… moreRylan Martin
A perfect Kentucky road-trip stop
My family stumbled into The Whistle Stop in Glendale as part of a new “vacation decision-making game” — one person picks the restaurant, no questions asked. My wife chose this place, and it ended up being one of our top five experiences in a two-week Kentucky/Tennessee road trip.
The atmosphere is exactly what you hope for when road-tripping through Kentucky: classic décor, friendly servers, and that welcoming small-town charm that immediately makes you feel like you made the right stop. The menu prices were surprisingly reasonable, especially after two weeks of vacation-sticker-shock everywhere else in the U.S.
The food absolutely hit the mark. I ordered the deep-fried chicken livers with cornbread and fried okra — exactly the kind of Southern comfort I wanted to experience. My daughters went for cheeseburgers and chicken tenders, and my wife had a Hot Brown (which I hear is a Kentucky rite of passage). Everything came out hot, flavourful, and delicious. If anything, my only complaint is that I’m now back in Canada detoxing from a glorious vacation’s worth of deep-fried food.
Overall, The Whistle Stop was a standout: great food, great prices, and great service. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, it’s absolutely worth the stop. I’d go back in a heartbeat.
… moreMy family stumbled into The Whistle Stop in Glendale as part of a new “vacation decision-making game” — one person picks the restaurant, no questions asked. My wife chose this place, and it ended up being one of our top five experiences in a two-week Kentucky/Tennessee road trip.
The atmosphere is exactly what you hope for when road-tripping through Kentucky: classic décor, friendly servers, and that welcoming small-town charm that immediately makes you feel like you made the right stop. The menu prices were surprisingly reasonable, especially after two weeks of vacation-sticker-shock everywhere else in the U.S.
The food absolutely hit the mark. I ordered the deep-fried chicken livers with cornbread and fried okra — exactly the kind of Southern comfort I wanted to experience. My daughters went for cheeseburgers and chicken tenders, and my wife had a Hot Brown (which I hear is a Kentucky rite of passage). Everything came out hot, flavourful, and delicious. If anything, my only complaint is that I’m now back in Canada detoxing from a glorious vacation’s worth of deep-fried food.
Overall, The Whistle Stop was a standout: great food, great prices, and great service. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, it’s absolutely worth the stop. I’d go back in a heartbeat.
Agustin Sandoval
The Whistle Stop in Glendale is a true gem that captures everything you hope for in a small-town dining experience. The atmosphere is fun, warm, and welcoming—perfect for families, friends, or anyone passing through who wants to enjoy a bit of Kentucky charm.
The food is pure home-style cooking at its best. Every dish comes out looking fresh, hearty, and inviting, with that made-from-scratch quality you can both see and taste. The freshness of the ingredients really stands out, and the plates are always presented in a way that makes the meal feel special. From the first bite to the last, you can tell this place takes pride in serving meals that are both comforting and flavorful.
If you’re looking for a restaurant with character, freshness, and that “just like home” cooking, The Whistle Stop is the perfect stop. It’s the kind of place you’ll want to come back to again and again!
… moreThe food is pure home-style cooking at its best. Every dish comes out looking fresh, hearty, and inviting, with that made-from-scratch quality you can both see and taste. The freshness of the ingredients really stands out, and the plates are always presented in a way that makes the meal feel special. From the first bite to the last, you can tell this place takes pride in serving meals that are both comforting and flavorful.
If you’re looking for a restaurant with character, freshness, and that “just like home” cooking, The Whistle Stop is the perfect stop. It’s the kind of place you’ll want to come back to again and again!
Chrissy (CWattsOverThere)
We stumbled onto this place this weekend while looking for a unique place to eat. What a pleasant surprise!! We would definitely go back if we’re in the area.
We were there at a busy time on a Sunday afternoon. 15-20 minute wait and a little snug on the parking.
The restaurant is a warren of small rooms that are dark and cozy. The lamps are punched tin with a train motif; I couldn’t get a good picture.
Gabrielle was our waitress. She was friendly and quick and checked on us the perfect amount. Really appreciate attentiveness without being annoying.
The food was quick, hot, and tasty. Prices were reasonable, as were the portions.
My meal, the chicken salad, was mostly chicken (and not fillers), a fresh-out-of-the-oven chocolate chip muffin with melting chips, a fresh fruit cup, and a side. I chose the broccoli cheese casserole on her recommendation, and it didn’t disappoint. Coffee was good.
Hubby had the bread (he said the flavor was lacking, but it came with butter and strawberry preserves), the meatloaf, which he enjoyed, tater tots, and the chocolate cake. Based on its disappearance, I’m going to say he was more than pleased with the tasty, huge portion of cake.
It also has a tiny store on 2 levels. Take a quick look around for some unique gifts and treats.
It was a great find. Definitely give it a try!
Follow for my adventures @cwattsgoodforyou.
… moreWe were there at a busy time on a Sunday afternoon. 15-20 minute wait and a little snug on the parking.
The restaurant is a warren of small rooms that are dark and cozy. The lamps are punched tin with a train motif; I couldn’t get a good picture.
Gabrielle was our waitress. She was friendly and quick and checked on us the perfect amount. Really appreciate attentiveness without being annoying.
The food was quick, hot, and tasty. Prices were reasonable, as were the portions.
My meal, the chicken salad, was mostly chicken (and not fillers), a fresh-out-of-the-oven chocolate chip muffin with melting chips, a fresh fruit cup, and a side. I chose the broccoli cheese casserole on her recommendation, and it didn’t disappoint. Coffee was good.
Hubby had the bread (he said the flavor was lacking, but it came with butter and strawberry preserves), the meatloaf, which he enjoyed, tater tots, and the chocolate cake. Based on its disappearance, I’m going to say he was more than pleased with the tasty, huge portion of cake.
It also has a tiny store on 2 levels. Take a quick look around for some unique gifts and treats.
It was a great find. Definitely give it a try!
Follow for my adventures @cwattsgoodforyou.
Jenny Downey
Wow! This place is amazing.
Great southern home cooking with great friendly service in a homie atmosphere.
Had the meatloaf with dumplings, blackberry cobbler for dessert… OMG, it was absolutely delicious!! Reminded me of my granny’s cooking.
Impressed and can’t wait to go back.
… moreGreat southern home cooking with great friendly service in a homie atmosphere.
Had the meatloaf with dumplings, blackberry cobbler for dessert… OMG, it was absolutely delicious!! Reminded me of my granny’s cooking.
Impressed and can’t wait to go back.
Lynn Case
My daughter and I drove from Lawrenceburg Ky to Glendale to eat at the Whistle Stop Cafe today. This cafe was well worth the drive. The fried green tomatoes were delicious. I also had the fried chicken livers, mashed potatoes, and fried okra, all were delicious. Our server was Hailey and she was so friendly and nice which made the visit and meal that much better. I highly recommend this cafe.
… moreTheresa Dishman
Food was really good. Chicken salad needed more flavor. People were very friendly. Great place to eat. We had gotten our food to go.
… more