You always hear that the local, non-chain eateries are the best. The Chaperral Cafe in Shelbyville, Indiana proves that theory is correct! Located a couple of blocks from the downtown square, this landmark is known for its all day breakfast and “the best breaded tenderloin” around.
Local history in photos
A sincere personal welcome
Bigger than your head!
You barely see the bun peeking out
Cut in half, still too big for the bun!
I had a wonderful lunch Friday. I met one of my sons there, and as a bonus he had my 2 year old grandson with him. A special treat for this PaPaw! I had wanted to visit the Chaperral for quite sometime as their breaded tenderloin has become legendary. (Breaded tenderloins are a Hoosier favorite!) Well, this sandwich absolutely exceeded my expectations. The tenderloin was just the right thickness, the breading was not overpowering and the “crunch” was perfect! I cut mine in half, ate part in the bun, the other with knife and fork. Gonna have to go back and try biscuits and gravy sometime soon!
Roadtirement 
Oh my gosh, yes please! That looks so delicious, guys! I totally, the mom-and-pop eateries are always the best. 😋🥰
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Took me 55 years to try this cafe out! 😂
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That’s a very long wait!
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Yea, just one of those places I always meant to try but never did until yesterday…
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wowsers, it sure dwarfed that slice of cheese
✨🦋🐍🕊🐉🗝⚖🕯🤍⚛🎐🎋🙏✨
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Yes, my son chuckled a bit when they served him with it. 😁
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Looks fantastic! I miss cafes like that and diners. I can’t find them anywhere.
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It is sad, the local places seem to have died off.
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And with such good food!
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That is so true, GP, wonderful home cooked cuisine!
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