Grant County, Indiana: Where to Eat Like a Local (From Foodies Who Live Here). Restaurant Addition!
Looking for the best restaurants in Grant County, Indiana? Whether you’re in Marion, Gas City, or Fairmount, we’ve rounded up our favorite local spots that we personally love. While we may not have dozens of national chains lining the streets, what we do have is something better — locally owned restaurants that care about their food, their customers, and this community.
As locals who live and work here every day, we don’t just recommend these places — we actually eat here.
If you’re new to the area or just ready to try something different, here’s your go-to local food guide.
The Tomahawk @ Meshingomesia
2225 Lagro Rd., Marion, IN
765.664.3937
Visit The Tomahawk’s website
A true Grant County classic. The steak tip meals are a fan favorite and consistently hit the spot.
The Green Olive
112 E Bradford St., Marion, IN
765.668.8030
Visit The Green Olive’s Website
Best kept secret in Grant County. Their sandwiches are some of the best in the county, the pizza is excellent, and the wings are top notch.
Dons Tap
1649 W Factory Ave., Marion, IN
765.662.1591
Visit Don’s Tap website
Crave-worthy burgers and fish baskets, solid chicken wings, and their lemonade/tea combo is fantastic.
PC Brick Oven Pizza Payne’s
2018 W 2nd St., Marion, IN
765.662.6312
If brick oven pizza is your thing, this is your stop. The bacon double cheeseburger and cheeseballs are crowd favorites.
Los Amores Restaurant
428 S Washington St., Marion, IN
765.573.6336
Go for the steak or chicken street tacos with onions and cilantro. Don’t skip the homemade hot sauce — and yes, order the fried ice cream
Payne’s
4925 Kaybee Dr., Gas City, IN
765.998.0668
Bruschetta, Fattoush salad, and potato & onion soup are standout menu items.
Bad Dad Pizza
407 W Washington St., Fairmount, IN 46928
765.948.4193
Visit Bad Dad’s website
Their house salad is GREAT, and the Detroit-style pizza is something special.
Why the Grant County Food Scene Is Worth Exploring
One of the best parts about living in Grant County is the locally owned restaurant scene. These aren’t chain restaurants — they’re community staples that give Marion, Gas City, and Fairmount their personality.
Grant County has way more than people realize.
If you want big, bold, indulgent food, Grant County does have some moves!
If you’ve got a go-to sandwich spot I missed, send it our way. I’m always down to add another place to the list — strictly for research, obviously.
