Payne's Custard & Coffee Shop

Best restaurant around these parts. Unassuming from the outside, very nice atmosphere on the inside. Fun menus, unique mugs, cozy booths.  Nice selection of coffee drinks, and now a selection of Indiana wines and beers (and a few on tap - Three Floyd FTW!).  Some of these other reviewers must have been here on a bad day, as I have always had very friendly and knowledgeable servers.

The food here is top-notch.  The portions are just right and each dish is unique, fresh, and tasty.  Some of my favorites include the everything oatmeal, the omelets, and the goat cheese/turkey/bacon wrap.  Great soups, beef stew, and other comfort food. I've only heard good things about the fish pie, and I'll try that next time. All the desserts are scrumptious.

It's surprising to find a hidden place like this out here - it seems that it is the type of restaurant you would find in a big city or culture-rich college town.

I know people who drive 45 minutes just to come here. If you live in the area, you should be coming here regularly. If you're traveling and want a change from the same old Cracker Barrel (which is next door), fast food, or Dennys, check out Paynes - you won't be disappointed!

Great food. Terrible service!
I went in for an evening date, and our server didn't introduce himself. He rushed us, seemed very apathetic, didn't offer desert options (I wanted to try the custard!) but instead just gave me the check, and said "I'm going to go, but you guys have a good night." I was shocked. There was over an hour until closing time.

Toasted cheese sandwich in a bowl of tomato soup!! Yep, that's right!!  Yum!!  

Don't be misled, some of you will only give Payne's 3 or 4 stars BUT for Grant County, IN...this is a 5-Star joint!!

It's cool...it's hipster AND the food is good...really good.  The ambiance is warm and inviting.  The menu items are diverse as well as local.  The drink menu is very good.  You won't be disappointed... stop by for a wonderful dining experience.