Top 20 things to do and attractions in French Lick

Do you enjoy fresh Indiana wine!? Go no further then this iconic winery. Wine testing is a most! Your host Moe will explain and help you with all your questions you may have!

Husband and I stopped by to enjoy the wine tasting. Bartender was really nice. Wines were good. Wine options were diverse. I deducted 1 star because 1. Food options are non-existent here. I’m not sure if this is a recent change? Some reviews show house made charcuterie boards, burgers and pasta. Certainly was no longer an option on our visit. The only food options are prepackaged deli items in a cooler or fudge. We would have stayed longer if there were dining options. 2. Seating at the bar is standing only. 3. Front porch allows smokers. 4. Location is not great- it’s somewhat connected to a strip mall/type. No greenery. You stare out at a giant potholed parking lot.

Are the tastings a great price? Yes. But when peolle say its sweet wine, they arent talking normal level of sweetness. Its like drinking syrup. The wine is literally thick, that's how seeey it is, which WAS AWFUL. Also you have to stand at the bar, so if there is no room you're out of luck.

Our trip to French Lick Winery was very underwhelming. We went on a Saturday to celebrate our anniversary. There was no food made in house, which is fine, but what they had to offer was pitiful - Sam's Club cheese and crackers. The building itself did not give the feeling like you were in a winery. The staff was very kind and treated us very well. Just the overall experience was not at all what we expected from a winery.

My Little Princess and I stopped by for a wine tasting and I elected to taste their distilled spirits of interest. Mandy was most helpful with her service and selection guidance. Very nice facility, these folks are serious about their business. The tasting pricing is exceptionally reasonable for a wide variety of selections offered. Our tastes led to purchases of Leon Mellot, Heaven's View Traminette, French Tickle, and their White Bourbon Whiskey (Moonshine to some). If you like wine and spirits, you gotta go!

They DON’T serve food here so I’m hoping I saved you a trip. But the Bartenders were great and very knowledgeable of the Wine and Spirits! We came during a $6 unlimited wine tasting special which was fantastic! They have some great wine and cocktails! Only thing about this place is that I was slightly misled thinking there would be food here? We had to leave during our tasting to get some food then comeback. I was looking forward to their “pizza” as I seen a lot of prior old reviews about how great their pizza was but I believe they stopped pizza making so keep that in mind!

This pizza is called the BRONX. Very fresh ingredients especially the mushrooms they were not chewy they was very fresh. Plenty of mozzarella cheese that is for sure. The sauce was pretty sweet , I like a good Italian tanginess. I had a nice glass of white wine that paired well with this pie. The dough was a little bit chewy but I could tell it was fresh and homemade. It had a nice undercarriage could have stayed in just another minute or two. It looked like some pretty amazing other pizzas pastas breads very well done.

We came for the Polar Express ride. Our kids had a lot of fun which is all that matters. But from a review perspective it was lack luster. Half the dancers were very young kids, which is fine but they seemed super tired. It was too bright on the train so looking out the window it was just pitch black. Zero Christmas lights on houses during this time of year. Even the house with Santa at the end was very blandly lit up. The hot cocoa was half filled. Cookies were tasty though.

This was our family's first time riding a train. We all enjoyed ourselves. The staff was friendly. There were plenty of comfortable seats to choose from. I recommend sitting on the upper level if you are in the double decker box car because the view was much better. Refreshments were available for a reasonable price. The train is air conditioned, and even on a day with a heat index over 100°f we were all comfortable. Overall this was a fun experience for all ages!

Came for Polar Express with family. Nice experience! The parking exit/enter process should be reviewed for better efficiency!

First time on the Polar Express, the train car was nice inside and we were on the top deck. Plenty of parking, very well organized and the staff did an outstanding job. It’s great for little kids and for those who love the movie. During the total train ride the staff keeps things moving and entertaining from the conductors punching your large golden ticket, dancing waiters, singing and dancing elves which perform up the aisles as the train moves along. Cookies, hot chocolate, a visit from Santa as he boards the train at the “North Pole” and a special gift from Santa so every one can hear the bell ringing. Was a fun night, good job to all the staff and a shoutout to Bostyn Rowlett for over seeing the production.

We enjoyed the scenic train ride on a hot, sunny afternoon. It was fun to learn history about the area and talk with the conductor. The first class tickets were worthwhile but definitely not accessible if that's something you need. Only took a star off because it was a lot less scenic than expected based on the description. We would definitely go again on one of their tasting train rides.

Brought my girls to the Polar Express, it was the very best experience!! The workers did a phenomenal job of staying in character and made it so much fun for the kids. My 8 year old was a little disappointed Santa didn't ask her what she wanted, but I explained to her that his elves asked the kids what they wanted to help him out, because there were so many kids there, and she totally understood. We will be back next year!!

My family went twice on the polar express. The first time was awesome, we were so excited to go again. We went in 2024 and it was awful. The train broke down for almost 2 hours and the weather was not cool yet, so the train was HOT!! I had a newborn and 2 other kids, one of them being 8 & questioning everything about Santa after this experience. There were screaming toddlers, and they didn’t offer cups of water until the train was up and moving again. The power went out, so there was no music, the elves tried their best to sing but it just wasn’t the same. When we arrived to the North Pole, it was not magical, no lights, no snow. The year before I got teary eyed bc of how amazing it was. We spoke with a representative before leaving and they instructed us to email the customer support bc their manager was so busy with the breakdowns. I emailed them twice about my experience with no response. We will not ever be attending this experience again & im sure I speak for everyone on that train, that night. There were no apologies, no compensations. 2 hour drive for disappointment. So please be aware. Unfortunately, that night ruined the Christmas magic for my oldest. She no longer believes.

I’ve been coming to French lick for 35 years. It is an absolute, fantastic getaway, beautiful scenery, beautiful buildings, beautiful gardens. The pools are phenomenal. The service is great.

Walk up to French Lick and step back in time. Walk in to the Casino and enjoy the glamour of Vegas without the overcrowded smut. Enjoy a round of golf and take the Trolly to West Baden Springs Hotel. It’s a great time for the whole family

Not sure when French Lick was built but when driving up it's a beautiful building and very welcoming... Walk up the steps and a large what seems wrap around deck with plenty of seating then into the hotel entrance and just high end, old school but elegant and stunning as you walk to the check in desk, staff throughout the hotel and casino are great!!! Rooms are small but very cool with the age and very clean property overall, seems with the rooms all of the out dated and old school showers to sinks and furniture just really works with the hotel vibe... Long hallways to get to your rooms and the elevators go to certain areas and not others so pay attention lol... Great indoor pool with a dolphin statue water spout and walk just outside to a good sized in ground hot tub that's not too hot but right around 100° I would say and gets the job done... Walk to the far end and down the stairs into the casino entrance; small casino but slots, blackjack and other table games, drinks don't come around too often and it's not Vegas so they aren't free lol

Well it is a nice place to visit, it is far away from most large city and Interstate highways.

The Hotel is Spectacular! The long rich history is amazing. It's like going back in time. BUT, the present Amenities we have all become accustomed to. We went to the Shaggy Concert while staying at Hotel. It was so AWESOME!!! There was a golf tournament going on the same weekend but there never seemed to be a bunched-up crowd. The property is so vass. I most definitely recommend visiting!!

Golf was great , food was okay , However worst casino in Indiana for payouts ! We have been to many this year and by far French Lick was the worst for payouts of any kind. Hardly saw any hand pays . Spent a few thousand but the slots are so tight you will not win. Last visit here. Terre Haute and Belterra had the most payouts this year and we traveled to many casinos in Indiana so we would know what the best was . Actually to rate them for our knowledge and that of our friends.We even had staff tell us that things have turned from bad to worse. Graded a D - for Indiana Casinos !

Not really a casino person, but we had a good time. Clean place and friendly service.

Supposedly the signature restaurant in the WBH/French Lick hotels portfolio. Reserved a table for Christmas dinner and opted for the chef's special, Beef Wellington. The pastry was too doughy for the money you pay to eat here. The starter soup, Lobster Bisque, was tasty. The service was slow and had to wait longer than necessary for drinks. After being presented a bill, my card was brought back with a new bill because they had undercharged. Not classy. Also, don't expect a refined dining atmosphere. On one side of us was a screaming 3 year old and on the other side was an adult dressed like 3 year old in a ball cap and football hoodie. A very underwhelming experience. Actually couldn't wait to leave.

We were warmly greeted and escorted to a comfy table. Our server Jared was extremely professional and friendly throughout our visit. He told us a brief history of the place and described the menu. The taste of tomato juice was a special touch. We ordered filets, baked potatoes and a wedge salad. The filets were prepared perfectly and they were tender and delicious. We ordered red wine which was an excellent compliment to the dinner. The experience was memorable because of the beautiful setting, the exceptional service and the delicious entrees.

Besides changing that red carpet out... This place is legit 1000% from every aspect...wagu tomahawk medium rare was absolutely perfect

I'll begin with the service. As soon I walked in I was immediately greeted and shown to my table. Along the way to the table, the host started giving me the background about the restaurant. There's a lot of history that connects with the Kentucky Derby all the way back to 1875, hence the name. The atmosphere is pretty nice. I can't give it five stars, because it's lacking that certain something that reminds you that you're not actually in a New York City steakhouse. However, it is up-to-date and very charming. My server was very attentive and gave me their local apéritif which is based in tomato juice. He made sure I knew the history behind the restaurant as well as the tomato juice. He went over the menu and made sure that I was aware of the drinks that were available. The service was very warming and attentive. The house syrah was pretty decent for a house wine. I got my usual for a steakhouse, the boneless ribeye. I also ordered the house garlic mashed potatoes and the cream spinach and artichokes. The meal came significantly quicker than I expected. However, I had got there shortly after it opened and I was one of very few tables at that particular time. The food was warm, but not quite as hot as I would expect it to have come straight from the kitchen. The appearance was appealing and the portions were were large. Now for the review of the food. The ribeye steak was slightly undercooked. I ordered medium rare, and it came more rare than medium rare. That was okay with me, as I would prefer to be a little undercooked than overcooked. This was clearly not an aged steak, as there was lots of connective tissue throughout and the steak was significantly more chewy than a ribeye should be. The mashed potatoes were pretty good. I wouldn't say there were anything out of the ordinary, but they were good old around. The creamed spinach and artichokes was very rich and creamy. I enjoyed the taste. However, like the potatoes and the steak, it wasn't quite as hot in temperature as I would have expected it to be. Not cold, just warm. Dessert options are brought out on a cart. I got the chocolate torte, as that is my general go-to dessert. I also ordered a cappuccino. Both came fairly quickly and did not disappoint. I wouldn't say the quality of the food was bad, however, given the price and the local hype, I didn't feel it was really worth it. I'm glad I tried it, but if I'm in the area again, I will pass.

It’s an expensive steakhouse. It is not the best high end steakhouse I have visited. You want to walk away saying, “that was a pricey meal, but worth every penny.” I did not feel that way here. That does not mean the food was bad, just that it wasn’t as good as I wanted it to be. The steak and baked potato were fine. The salad could have been better. My girlfriend did not like the shrimp cocktail. Their signature manhattan was pretty bad. Too sweet and clearly made by and for people who don’t like manhattans. I like French Lick and will be back, but won’t be going to the 1875.

1st time dining at 1875. Made a reservation on the way to French Lick. Table was ready and we were seated immediately. Atmosphere was very upscale. The famous French Lick sulphur smell was very strong the evening we were there. But never in the casino? Complementary dinner rolls were lukewarm and not as soft as you would imagine. Plating and presentation is great. 8oz sirloin had a nice crust to it. But was VERY salty. They were out of baked potatoes so we ordered the garlic mashed potatoes. I believe there was more garlic in them than potato. A very very strong garlic taste. All in all an okay dining experience. It was a place we wanted to check off our list for awhile. Will be in no hurry to go back. For the money you spend it is much better spent at one of the steakhouses in Indianapolis. Expect around $50-$60 a person for food when ordering modest, no drinks.

Fantastic place for an anniversary celebration!! The Mrs and I decided to spend our anniversary at French Lick and what better place to eat than The Steakhouse. We opted for the colossal shrimp cocktail for a starter. It was wonderful. I then chose the New York Strip which was perfectly cooked, tender and soo flavorful!! The Mrs had the pasta with wild mushrooms, which she enjoyed. Our meal was topped off with dipped strawberries for our dessert!!!

DO NOT MISS!!! This museum/general store is exceptional! Terrific presentation beautifully maintained. Enthusiastic staff and saving the best for last, an amazing set of showcases with miniatures of the Hagenbeck & Wallace circus depicting the complete circus train, parade and the entire grounds of the show in progress. The displays have taken 58 years, so far, to create

The museum has so many interesting displays, but I could hardly tear myself away from the world's largest circus diorama (over 500,000 pieces). It is divided into three parts, the train, the parade and the circus tents set up. It is absolutely fascinating. The museum manager, Kenton Allbright was a delight also.

Kenton was definitely very knowledgeable about everything about this wonderful place. The museum is a place to see.

From the moment you walk in, you feel like you’re taking a step back in history. The staff was incredible and once you get into the museum tour, take your time to read and learn about the history of French Lick. I’ve visited 20 times in my life and learned so much today. Highly recommend visiting!

We visited the museum back in June and had a great time! Lisa was so much fun to talk to and was very informative. She took great pictures for us, too! We won the popcorn at the end for finishing the scavenger hunt. Definitely worth stopping in when you're in French Lick to learn about the area! It was interesting how the information differed from what we read in the hotel about how French Lick got its name.

Stopped in today and met the nicest attendant! He helped us plan the rest of our trip and we loved every minute of it. He's very knowledgeable about the region and it's history. Definitely a place to stop in and explore!

Wonderful little museum for the town of French Lick West Baden. This houses the best circus Miniatures I have ever seen. You could literally spend hours looking at the Miniatures exhibit (if you like miniatures). The detail is outstanding. Worth the price of admission (and there is a coupon if you stop by the visitors center in town, and get the visitors center booklet/map/coupon). Also had a small gift shop with really unique items. Definitely worth a visit.

Best breakfast in the area! Most breakfasts like this you would expect to pay about 30 bucks ahead. Kids are free - adults $21 THE FOOD!!! The omelet bar is the best! The waffle bar is amazing!! Everything is fresh!! We always hit the Colonnade at least once when visiting, it is a must!!!

High-quality and tasty breakfast items and worth the price. I would recommend the breakfast buffet given the variety of tasty items. I would have given 5 stars if there was actually some table service or a way to get self-service coffee. Staff seemed to be there primarily for cleaning tables. We waited some time after eating and had to approach the staff to get coffee. Features Omelet Station (Custom Made) Hot Breakfast Bar Eggs (cheese on the side to add if desired) Sausage Bacon Biscuits and Gravy Hash Brown Casserole Oatmeal and Grits Yogurt Bar (including vanilla, greek) Fruit Bar (including fresh black berries, strawberries, cantelope, watermelon, peaches, etc) Breads (Bagels, muffins, etc) Cereal More Self-service fountain drinks, juices, etc. We had to ask someone for coffee service Note to Management: Please don't ask for tip if there isn't going to be any table service during the buffet.

Very good buffet. Just about everything you'd want. Eggs, omelets, fruit, bacon, sausage, yogurt. All tasty. My favorite was the biscuits and gravy. The coffee is absolutely horrible though! Really wretched. Please do something about the coffee.

Google says "open Sunday till1 pm". Showed up at 11:02 am. Refused service. Very disappointed.

Excellent waiter, really good food, place can be loud. Recommended place for a good meal. Food was served hot and fresh. Lots of sports memorabilia to gawk over.

Our experience this trip was not as anyone would hope or expect. First suggestion - do not place an order over the phone, 2nd ask for a server when placing order. DO NOT ATTEMPT WITH A HOSTESS. We placed our order at 6:50, told to pickup in 15 minutes. When my husband arrived on time, the hostess was not making any sense. My husband came and waved me in to try and make sense of what she was saying. As I listened her speech wasn’t even clear, more muffled than anything. I looked at her and said you are going to need to explain what the problem is. She turned around and just walked away. My husband said they don’t have one of the items we ordered. We had to figure it out ourselves as to what item/s were missing. At least 5 minutes pass and a different person came to help who was helpful. In the end we needed to add a menu item, wait additional 10 minutes. Pay for our food with a $10 off an $85 appx tab. Get back to our Villa which is across the street to eat cold food. Big disappointment this trip, hopefully the restaurant can work a bit harder on properly training their hostess and work on customer care, hell we would have paid more for hot food and better communication.

Super sweet hostess, smiles all the way around. Service was a bit slow, super nice though and but I think she had tables in a different section of the restaurant. If we come back that way again absolutely would come back.

Another good meal at 33, super busy night in the valley we had called ahead and Alisha got us in. They were packed but our waiters did a fantastic job and the kitchen staff kept up good as our food was brought out fairly quickly for as busy as they were. My fish and onion rings were awesome, Philly chips good, son’s chicken stripes were very good. Others food looked good as well. We had twelve people and everyone enjoyed the food. It had been a little while since we had been here but will return soon.

Great atmosphere, friendly service, broad menu selections, and delicious food. Came for lunch on a Saturday during Block Bash. We were seated right away, and were well taken care of during our visit. Lots of cool memorabilia collected by Larry Bird, spanning multiple professional sports. Very inviting space. Food was some of the best quality I've ever had at a sports bar. Will definitely come back if we are in the area.

The food is amazing. It was such a great value for what we paid. We all went home with boxes because it was so much and delicious. The service was great. You can tell the service like their jobs. Atmosphere was spot on! Music was great.

The food was fairly reasonable. The cajun chicken pasta lacked Cajun flavors but was still good. The part that got us was the absolutely terrible service. We were seated immediately and drinks were brought to the table fairly quickly. That said, we ordered our food and waited a little longer than expected but not too bad. Our son was very thirsty so he finished his lemonade by the time our food came out. The expediter brought our food out and we still had not received silverware, I politely asked him for some, he acknowledged the request, and then he went back into kitchen and got more food for another table and never came back to us. After about 5 minutes my wife was able to find one set on her own so we could start eating some of our food. Halfway through eating and sharing a single set of silverware and one napkin the server finally returned and we had to ask again for silverware and refills on our empty drinks. We finally got all the silverware and the server left with my son's cup to refill. She never returned, and in fact went on a 10 minute smoke break (I only know this to be true because it was all I could smell when she returned). She then realized that she never returned with my son's drink, but by that time we were done eating. In the end my son never ate his food because he was thirsty and had a grilled cheese sandwich that he knew he needed a drink for. We had just done the Polar Express and had a great time on that but this experience really sucked the joy out of the evening for us and our son. I would personally avoid this place, particularly if you are looking for somewhere to eat after the polar express.

The Breaded Pork Tenderloin and Onion right were absolutely delicious! The service was outstanding! 😀

The pimento BLT was fantastic, the fiesta salad not so much. The burgers looked tasty too. The service is below average. Never got water refills. Took forever to even be waited on to begin with. They only have two servers working which is not enough for a full dining room. This has been the trend across their restaurants. For a 4 star resort you really would expect the service to be better. Disappointing to say the least.

My family loved it. Very cozy restaurant and super friendly server named Pearl made our visit very pleasant! The food was good too.

This is a great dining option found inside the French Lick Springs Resort Hotel on the lower level. They have a great Indiana breaded tenderloin among many other great options. The servers here are very accommodating and are quick to serve and refill drinks. The restaurant is very clean and the food is delicious.

Very average bar food. Went for the decor but even that wasn't really good (save for one wall with the old electrical switches on it). No reason to go out of your way to eat here but it's fine for a no-frills lunch.

Had dinner here couple of days back while we stayed in French Lick Resort . Tried Chicken strips with fries & grilled cheese sandwich with onion rings . Onion rings tasted sooo good , sandwich wasn’t that tasty . Strips & fries seemed good too. This place is kinda pricey considering the amount of foods. Then again they are cheaper than most of the restaurants situated in the resort . They are open till 10 PM, that’s a plus .

Gluten free rejoice! Their gf burger bun was amazing!! Service was ok, took a long time to be served, however we did get refills unlike other reviewers. Also appreciated the menu identifying options for vegan and gf.

This is one of the nicer additions to the town in recent years. As someone that lives locally I only stop in occasionally but I always enjoy myself when I do and find lots of cool things. Even when I don't visit the gallery itself, I always enjoy seeing the sculptures through the windows as I walk my dog. I've been happy to see so much art take such a prominent place in the town.

Loved seeing Bigfoot Otis at Patoka Lake. Great photo op and a unique piece of folk art tucked away in southern Indiana! Such an amazing work of art by Bear Hollow Wood Carvers.

Nice store. Interesting hand crafted items. Plus some awesome wood carvings

Love this place! Always such great creations!

If you like carved wood this is the place. Blows my mind how such a violent power tool, in the right hands can create such beauty. We were lucky enough to be in town when they had a carving expo/contest.

Such a neat place to visit! The wood carvings are the best I’ve seen, they also have locally made goods, and the customer service was amazing!

What a fabulous store in French Lick. It was hard to make a decision about everything they had in the store. Great customer service, very friendly! Went out for a walk and came back to get one of the owls, then called on Monday for a second owl. Bought the stand and flowers at a local store in my home town. Was given instructions on how to care for the owls. They are adorable pieces of wood artwork!

Absolutely loved this spot! The milkshake was a perfect 10/10—creamy, flavorful, and exactly what I needed to cool off during the summer. The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive, and the whole place was spotless. The location is great, connected to several nice stores, making it a perfect stop during a shopping trip. Parking was a breeze too. I’ll definitely be back!

Ice cream was good 👍 Flavors were strong in a good way. We didn't try their food. Outdoor seating is limited

French Licks Ice Cream & Restaurant isn’t just a pit stop—it’s destination dining with a hometown vibe. The pizzas are a surprise standout: fast, fresh, and wildly creative. The Loaded Baked Potato, Jalapeño Popper, and Cheeseburger pies are personal favorites, but honestly, you can’t go wrong. The pretzels are soft, salty perfection, and the specialty drinks? Absolute fire. Then there’s the ice cream—rich, creamy, and worth the trip all on its own. The Dark Chocolate Cherry Almond is my #1 pick, but I haven’t had a bad scoop yet. Grab a root beer float or a lemon shake-up if you’re feeling classic. Tucked right next to the museum and walkable to shops and Larry Bird’s old hangouts, French Licks is the kind of place where locals and visitors mingle over great food and even better desserts. Honorable mention goes to their great coffee and espresso—perfect if you need a pick-me-up before strolling over to the French Lick Resort. If you’re in town, make it a priority stop.

The food was fantastic but God forbid you have to ask the staff a question. One of the younger gals was super sweet but the tall older blond woman is rude. I asked a simple question about a smoothie I ordered and was told “I don’t have enough hands to carry it all. It’s coming.” Without tourist, your business wouldn’t be there.🤷🏻‍♀️

Very cool little place. Took me about 5 or 6 minutes to find an employee to take my order, though, once I did and got the food, 100% worth it. I got a Buffalo chicken pizza and it was stupendous. Very cheesy with good Buffalo taste.

Very happy with our visit! They have gluten free crusts for the pizzas, $11 for a 10" pizza with any toppings. They also have a sorbet on the ice cream side. Beer, coffee, old school sodas, etc. Everything was great. Just freezing cold inside so we ate outside.

We’ve been going here for pizza and ice cream since they started selling pizza. We’ve absolutely loved it…. Until recently. On three different occasions now, we’ve went and not been greeted when we come in and it seems like we are an inconvenience. I can tell from past reviews, the owner is going to defend their employees behavior. We typically don’t have any issues with the younger girls. They are always very nice, however the older dark haired employees isn’t friendly & makes it seem like we aren’t supposed to be there. At this point, I’m not sure if we’ll continue coming in. It’s been a very uncomfortable feeling the last few times we’ve been in.

We went just to walk around and get the tours and history of French Lick and West Baden. Gorgeous and so interesting!

Great people and great tours Indiana Landmarks do great work with historic preservation.

Great place to get away!

History!

Very accomodating and awesome staff. You can often tee off prior to the official open time if you want to beat the rush. Course was in great shape and with 5 tee boxes you can make it fit your game. I'd play this course every single morning next time i come back

The course it’s self was nice, but unfortunately I have never experienced worse manners and treatment while golfing. We are here for a chill bachelorette party, and I felt like because we were women, the Marshall’s expected us to not know what we were doing? They followed us around like children and made several rude and condescending comments during our play.

Fun, easy, short 9 hole golf course that's mostly overshadowed by the don ross and Pete dye courses here. If you play the white tees, it's very short, however if you play from the blue or bronze tees, it plays like a normal length course. The eighth hole features a really interesting elevated tee box that puts a creek in play unless your drive can carry 225 yards.

Cute little 9 hole course. Prefect for a quick evening out. Great driving range.

Love this course can’t wait until they get 18 holes!

9 hole fun course with outstanding staff!!Ounce you play 9,go right back out for 9 more.

Great course!. I'm moving to Paoli soon and will be here often!

This restaurant is very impressive. My partner and I went out for dinner there and we ordered the following; Two Cocktails, shrimp cocktail, Hawaiian shrimp, and fried grouper. Then we ordered salted caramel cheesecake and to go Philly salmon roll. We left a $30 tip on a $92 bill because the food and the service absolutely are outstanding. Our server was a lovely woman named Erica and she took a nice picture of my date and I. I complemented the food. She told the chef and we were lucky enough to meet him. Lovely lovely place. I must point out. We went on a Saturday night and when I believe is the off-season so it was not exceedingly busy.

Best fried calamari I have ever had, even better than the ones I've had from the coast. Try it out if you like surf and turf

We stopped by for lunch on our way home from Wilstem. We were seated right away. The staff was very friendly as was the owner. I didn't see any traditional Hawaiian food on the menu. However, the food we ordered was delicious. I had one of the specialty drinks and it was also very good. The owner approached us to ask how everything was and was very friendly. We will visit again

Been here twice in 2025 and some things are great, others are ok... Service been off and on but overall the food gives this place the deserved 4 stars... Sushi and sashimi we've been happy with

We love this restaurant!!! Excellent sushi! Incredible staff! Everything is so perfect!

Ventured out today and ended up in French Lick about 1.5 hours from home. We decided to Ohana it and the resturant didn't knock it out of the park but wasn't on the bench either. Service- zero complaints order was taken, read back to us to make sure it was correct and our glasses never got empty. The food was good but lacking the spice and flavor that I'm normally used to. All in all a good jight with family and friends. I wouldn't put them last on my list but will be trying other resturants in the area

i ordered hibachi chicken fried rice. the chicken was good but it was not what i’d have expected from hibachi chicken fried rice. the vegetables were just steamed veggies, the rice was not the right texture, and the chicken had no sauce. i didn’t taste teriyaki or yum yum sauce on any of it. the chicken was all i ate and for the price i was disappointed. the cheese curds were really good tho. the waitress was nice and was good at her job.

Nice worker. However, the outdoor course was very ran down including many holes in the carpet and huge black nasty places in the green. Course layout is good if they were to install new carpets.

Honestly, a little over priced for how terrible the outdoor course is. The outdoor course is ROUGH and could use a very much needed face lift. Half of our shots were messed up because of uneven carpet, torn up carpet or lots of debris on the course. Would definitely recommend finding something else family friendly in French Lick rather than this place.

Outdoor area is terrible i dont need black crusty greens. Or squares cut out of the greens. Also dont need the guy working to stare at my wife's butt while she walks to the restroom.

These folks were so kind to my special needs classroom!! They were very accommodating and friendly. We played indoor cosmic putt-putt, but we definitely noticed how beautiful the outdoor course was, too. Amy Brown and the employee that took care of us are good and kind people!! They want to support all people in their community, and we appreciate it! ❤️ We had a blast!

Nice 18 hole course with 9 indoor as well. There is also Lazer tag inside. I posted current pricing as of 10/2025

My family had a great time! Beautiful scenery in the cosmic golf and fun atmosphere in the laser tag! Very affordable! We even got a discount for staying at Big Splash Adventure!

Our experience was amazing. Ryan was great and very informative about the town and shotz. He made me and my husbands experience lovely and I will be back.

Review: Highly Disappointing Stay at French Lick Cabins/Hotel (1/5 Stars) Stay Date: 10/2025 Our stay at French Lick Cabins was unfortunately defined by a significant lack of maintenance and a failure to provide even the most basic necessities. Overall, the experience was extremely poor, and we would strongly caution future guests to consider other options. The rooms are in poor condition, and the facilities are severely outdated. It was clear that neither general upkeep nor modernization has been prioritized in a very long time. Everything from the furnishings to the fixtures felt old, worn, and neglected, giving the entire stay a very low-quality feel. Compounding the issues with the cabin's condition was the absence of crucial basic amenities. We were not provided with simple necessities like shampoo, which is standard in virtually all paid lodging. Furthermore, despite the unit including a coffee machine, there was absolutely no coffee, or accompanying supplies provided. This seemingly small oversight was incredibly frustrating and highlighted a general lack of preparation and care for guest experience. For the price we paid, the quality and preparation of the cabin were unacceptable. We left feeling deeply disappointed by the poor condition of the property and the failure to cover the fundamental needs of a hotel.

First, about the location: it depends on where you're going. The handicapped rooms are 400 yards away, and there's a series of long ramps. The room is bigger than some rooms my wife and I have stayed in. The general appearance is good. They are in the process of restoration/repairs and are updating to better standards. The price is reasonable.

The lighting in the hotel is very dim. Hard to apply my makeup in the bathroom. 1 bed in the room & was rather small. Christmas decorations around the hotel were beautiful. Casino was a fun spot.

I had not been there for two years, and it was fine then, but it's cleaner, better maintained, and better stocked than I've seen it in years. My only complaint is the hair dryer didn't work. Had I addressed this, they would have dealt with it. They bedding is so comfortable, and the room was so clean.

A Beautiful and Historic Hotel, But Service Falls Short French Lick Springs Hotel is undeniably one of the most beautiful properties in Indiana. The grounds are well maintained, the hotel has a classic and timeless feel, and the overall atmosphere is elegant from the moment you walk in. Pros 1. Beautiful, historic ambiance. The hotel is exceptionally well kept and has a classy, upscale feel. Walking through the lobby and hallways truly feels like stepping back in time. 2. Comfortable, fresh rooms. The rooms have a classic charm while still feeling fresh and clean. The linens are always pressed and spotless, and overall the rooms provide a cozy atmosphere. 3. Excellent dining at 1875. The 1875 restaurant consistently delivers high-quality food with exceptional service. It’s one of the highlights of staying at this hotel. 4. Casino onsite. The casino is a great bonus if you want a little entertainment during your stay. Cons 1. Major reservation issue with no effort to make it right. I booked a room by phone 11 months in advance, but when I called to confirm the week of my trip, I learned the reservation had been entered for the exact date I booked it, 11 months earlier. Management confirmed that I never checked in on that incorrect date, yet I was still charged. When I tried rebooking the same room for my actual arrival date, I was told it was unavailable. The only option was an expensive upgrade, one I had to pay for despite the mistake being entirely on their end. I also needed two beds, but the only room option was a king suite with a pull-out couch, and I was told I could pay an additional $20 for a roll-away. So on top of the upgrade cost, I would be paying even more just to have the proper sleeping arrangements for my family. There was zero effort to correct the hotel’s mistake or offer a courtesy accommodation. For a hospitality business, this was incredibly disappointing. 2. Repeatedly unanswered calls from the room. During our stay, no one answered any of the lines from our room, not room service, not housekeeping, and not even the front desk. After several attempts, I ended up walking all the way to the front desk myself, only to find multiple staff members standing there with no guests in line. Traveling with two young children who needed rest before The Polar Express train ride, this was both inconvenient and frustrating. Instead of relaxing in our room, we had to walk the hotel to track down basic services. Room Quality: 3.5/5 While the rooms are charming and the linens impeccably clean, our toilet was leaking water and left a puddle on the floor every time it was used. That issue definitely impacted the comfort of the stay. Service: 3/5 Restaurant service is excellent, but the hotel’s service, reservations, front desk responsiveness, and in-room support, falls significantly below expectations for a property of this caliber. Location & Atmosphere: 5/5 French Lick itself is a gem, quiet, scenic, and filled with things to do. The hotel is stunning inside and out, one of the most iconic properties in the area. The history and architecture make it a memorable place to visit. Overall French Lick Springs Hotel is a beautiful, historic destination with wonderful dining and a charming atmosphere. However, the service and handling of mistakes need to rise to the same level of quality as the hotel itself. With improved hospitality and better customer care, it could easily be a five-star experience. At the end of the day, you can have a hotel that looks five-star, but if the hospitality doesn’t match the hotel’s caliber, it will never deliver a true five-star experience.

Best Place Ever to stay. Three pools available weather permitting, hot tub, wonderful shops, golf course, casino, bowling alley, game room, great food, amazing staff and the Great outdoors is very peaceful. Great place to stay. My favorite place to stay in Indiana. Duck Catcher Machine is located in Pluto's Alley.

Food great, rooms great, hot tub pool everything is good. Casino is hot trash. Maybe because im used to terre haute and its a new casino. They have a lot of out dated games, lots of slots that dont work properly as far as sound and buttons. If im gonna lose money I at least would like machines that work properly. Besides the casino its awesome

I photographed a wedding here recently and they were wonderful to work with! The coordinator was great and the ceremony views 10/10!! Highly recommend and hope to come back again soon ☺️

Beautiful course. French lik is tucked away in a rugged and rustic area making it a resort town. The course was nuts to play. The terrain was crazy, lots of deep and rolling valleys, and the greens were all over the place in challenges. The clubhouse phenomenal. Course quality was fabulous which due to the terrain you can tell where many golfers had to hit shots from. Definitely a great stop if you love the game...and with the small casino right there to get you to the course, it makes it convenient.

You don’t have to be Tiger Woods to love the Pete Dye Course at French Lick. Perched on one of the highest points in Indiana, the course serves up jaw-dropping 40-mile panoramic views that make even a double-bogey feel like a win. This place is for everyone—PGA level pros chasing perfection, weekend warriors out to prove something, and putt-putt dads just happy to make it down the fairway. The staff is welcoming, the vibe is relaxed, and the course itself is both challenging and fun; a true 5-star experience that is simply par for the Timeless French Lick destination. Come for the golf, stay for the scenery—this is Indiana golf at its absolute best.

It’s a must play for any avid golfer. The layout and the views are unmatched where you will spend most of the round just enjoying the view. Very difficult course and must rely on the forecaddie. We had Ryan who was spectacular and made the experience even better.

Unreal course. 100% worth every penny you’ll pay. Staff was so kind, course was in amazing shape, service top notch. Keenan our caddie really made our experience, he was phenomenal. Only bad thing is ladies working in the restaurant weren’t the nicest. Would recommend this place to anyone

What an awesome experience, a beautiful and challenging course and wish I could play it daily!! They even gifted you a bottle of whiskey, cigar (cutting tool and matches) and bag tag after the round was over, nice touch!! Look forward to coming again!!

Fantastic views. Well worth the price. Great course and very challenging. Played the white tees. There are 5 sets of tees. The mansion/restaurant has best overall view. The food is wonderful. Driving range and chipping/putting green are top of the line. Staff is very helpful and friendly.

This course is gorgeous. The greens are immaculate. The sand traps are also picturesque. Everything about this course is top notch. The carts have nice GPS trackers that show you where the cart is in front of you. I also enjoyed the bathroom / ice and water station at the halfway point on the course. We stopped there a couple of times where other greens were close as well. We will be back!!!

What an amazing course. One of my favorite Donald Ross courses I’ve ever played. Very challenging but , extremely rewarding as well. Layout is amazing. Pristine conditions, staff is super friendly. Can’t wait to go back.

Classic layout, over 100 years old, extremely hilly not a flat lie on the golf course. Every hole has a blind shot somewhere on it. The greens are unputable unless your a single digit handicap; It's a challenge just not to three putt. No one in our group didn't at least 3 putt every hole and we play golf every week. "No driving range" you have to hit into a structure that has nets and range balls... seems odd for $150 per round golf course not to find somewhere to put a driving range on the property out here in the country. Staff at the pro shops very pleasant, well stocked with many, many souvenirs. Service in the grill room is probably the slowest I've ever seen at any golf course. We ordered lunch and then left before it came because it took so long. Definitely an excellent experience all things considered but warm up in your hotel room and bring your wallet and a lunch...

Prior to teeing it up at the Ross course, I had read that it is a tough test of golf. In fact, most reviewers indicate that it's about 3 shots harder than the Dye course nearby. In addition to that, with the elevation changes, it plays about 300 yards longer than the yardage on the card. Throw in some Donald Ross greens, with buried elephants and upside down bowl tops, and you've got yourself a real test. But an interesting thing happened when I played...I actually listened to the advice in the pro shop and wound up having the best round I've played in probably 15 years. There is deep heather and plenty of undulation to go along with the bunkering. But the fairways are wide and accommodating. You won't get in trouble in the rough unless you really spray it. But whatever the yardage says, ADD AT LEAST ONE CLUB. I did exactly that and it made all the difference. I did that on virtually every hole and didn't over club a single time. The greens are typical Ross experiences and it's a blast to play them. You will find very gracious hosts, a splendidly designed, and beautifully manicured course. If you play well, that's a plus. But you're in for a great experience either way.

Frenk Lick Donald Ross has some of the best golf staff around in every department. Course is tough with lots of elevation. Some of my best memories are out on this course over the years.

Excellent experience from bag drop to cart return. A challenging course with elevation changes through every hole. Greens are big, true, consistent, and have a lot of movement. It is a good idea to choose the right tees. The course yardages may be deceiving as to tee selection. I'm pretty sure you hit up to every green, and at least a few will send short shorts for a smooth run back your direction. There are some really interesting lines up, over, along, and down the green features - sometimes on the same putt. A fair test of your game. I felt challenged, but it was a great and enjoyable round. The icing on the cake was the staff and other amenities. The staff was friendly, attentive, and helpful around the course, in the pro shop, and in the restaurant. Hagen's Restaurant is more than your regular clubhouse restaurant. It is frequented by non-golfers for lunch and dinner, but casual for those after round drinks and stories. There are also great views of the course. The pro shop had a nice selection of Donald Ross French Lick items as well as other things you may need for your round. Before I left, I was already making plans to bring a group back.

A great golf course that is well taken care of and very challenging. The staff is incredible, every person in the clubhouse was extremely helpful and accommodating. Played with a large group and everything ran really smooth. Highly recommend, definitely worth the trip.

We had a great time as a group completing the hardest room! Easy to book and worked out well for a large group of us.

We had never played an escape room before and decided to be brave and do the hardest one. It was a blast, there were 5 of us, and the room was very difficult. We used all of our clues and really got into the game. Although personally we didn't escape, we did after 3 more minutes after the end. Highly recommend this place. The staff are very informative and leave you with just the right amount of information you need to start the escape room. Super fun! We will definitely be back to to do the others! Had a great time!

I had other plans with my children and other kids, but those plans fell through. Thankfully, the staff at Escape was able to fit us in for the Where's Harry (I may be of on the name). We had a lot of fun and the ladies that were working were wonderful. I feel bad about us leaving the clues when we were done, I'm not sure what we were meant to do with them. I will say, I thought the price was steep at first, but I would say it is justified. Especially with everything involved and the mess you leave (if you were like me). I absolutely recommend a visit here, I'd definitely come back.

We had a great experience in the Harry room! Going as a family we wanted to make sure everyone of all ages had a great time, and escape French lick delivered! Thank you to the staff for a wonderful experience!

Has 3 pretty enjoyable rooms to choose from. Personal opinion - Would be a little more exciting If they had multi-room challenges. (Room that eventually opens up into other rooms filled with clues) but all-in-all was a good time and fairly challenging.

Just finished, very challenging and thorough. Lady running was very kind and attentive. For our first time, it felt like they definitely helped you understand what was needed to be done. Definitely recommend.

The Al Capone room was excellent. We had a multigenerational team and there was something for everyone to do. A very fun experience that builds on itself and ends with a 7 year-old wielding a tommygun. This was the highlight of my trip.

Nice enjoyable diversion, except the A/C in the railway cars were set much too cold. It was a point of issue for many on the excursion.

Great fun experience for all ages. I recommend visiting during the holiday period when they are offering the Polar Express experience with Christmas theme and actors portraying characters from the book and movie. Lots of fun for everyone.

Lots of fun for folks of all ages.

Very enjoyable train ride and knowledgeable staff.

More like zero stars. Missed the train by about 3 minutes. Refund? Nope. Tough. While they did offer a voucher, they were never able to fully explain why they needed to keep my money when we didn't go. Voucher? Nope. No reason to ever stop off here again with the way they treat paying customers. Whatever you do, DO NOT pay in advance! You'll never see those funds again.

Great train ride........and history of French Lick

This is not a museum. Mostly a small collection of rustic rail equipment. The people inside the depot were only interested in selling me tickets for the theme train. The hotel doorman was much more helpful with information on the history of the train cars. Update: We did the theme train. Not a huge fan, but the kids liked it. Tickets were pricey and the train cars needed some maintenance. I have changed my review to 3stars based mostly on the cute little trolley. Very fun and will take you between hotels.