A Hot Brown at The 16th, in Historic Downtown Hodgenville, Kentucky

 Oh my goodness.

I have wanted to eat at this restaurant for so long!

Many years ago my husband had heard from some co-workers about how wonderful the restaurant was, as well as the Kentucky Hot Brown. So of course, you know it went on my list. And yes, there is actually a list. Haha!

I believe The 16th opened right before the pandemic - and like many small businesses - I do believe it struggled a bit. I'm not completely sure, but I feel like I read online that they had switched to catering only for awhile.

Well - somehow, and for some reason I cannot remember how I found out - THEY ARE OPEN FOR DINING AGAIN!!

My husband and I planned a date night and headed to Hodgenville, Kentucky.

#willtravelforfood , remember?

The 16th is named for our sixteenth President, 'ol Abe himself. Hodgenville is the birthplace of Abraham Lincoln, and the town has done a wonderful job of celebrating that. So much so, that even the local radio station is ABE 93.7! (Oh, how I love a small town who still has its own radio station!!!)

Anyways, back to the restaurant. The inside was just as perfect a I was hoping it would be, with the pressed tin ceilings and gorgeous hardwood flooring.

Notice the copper pendant lighting over each table...

We placed our order for the Hot Brown and Mamaw's Fried Chicken for my husband. They brought us a basket of delicious looking biscuits and my carb conscious living went straight out the window! 

The restaurant was so lovely and cozy - and quiet - even with other customers. 

We were surprised how quickly our food arrived - and piping hot!

Mamaw's Fried Chicken for my husband - 

And last, but NEVER least, my Kentucky Hot Brown...

It was delicious and I definitely cleaned my plate!

Overall, I have to say that (so far) the Hot Brown at the 16th is currently in 3rd place in my rankings. It is interesting, because each restaurant does their own take on the mornay cheese sauce. This was a little different for me, with the shaved parmesan, but I loved it! 

I highly recommend The 16th, the food, atmosphere, the owners/staff, and location were all just great!

The 16th Restaurant is located at 110 N Lincoln Blvd in Hodgenville, Kentucky

#willtravelforfood