Small towns are pretty nice, right? So many are charming enough that they’re worthy of a day trip all on their own. Some small towns are known for quirky things, like their delightful antique shopping, arts districts, histories, and more, but our favorite thing to love about small towns is the FOOD! Who doesn’t love food, right? Well, we found a small Hoosier State town that’s got as many great restaurants as it does residents. This foodie town in Indiana is a hidden gem of sorts, and we think you’ll love wandering around and munching on things all day! Check it out, and start planning your delicious day trip now:

Converse, Indiana, is a tiny little town with a population of about 1,140 people, but don’t let that fool you: this little place is a foodie hotspot that very few people know about.

heyrocc/Flickr It’s a quaint place, with an old-school Main Street and all kinds of small-town activities and events to take part in.

Of course, we have a few favorite places you ought to check out ASAP next time you visit.

Jefferson St. BBQ/Facebook If you’re a fan of barbecue, you’ll love Jefferson Street BBQ, which is located on - you guessed it - Jefferson Street.

It’s got all the best meats and fixins, and really, it’s one of the best restaurants in Indiana.

Jefferson St. BBQ/Facebook You’ll find Jefferson Street BBQ at 101 N Jefferson St. In fact, you’ll find all the restaurants we mention here on Jefferson Street. Jefferson Street BBQ, 101 N Jefferson St, Converse, IN 46919, USA

If you enjoy Jefferson Street BBQ, you’ll love another favorite eatery of ours in this little town.

Converse Big Dipper/Facebook Converse Big Dipper is known for its delicious ice cream and desserts, but what the locals know is that it’s home to some of the best barbecue in Indiana. Converse Big Dipper, 104 S Jefferson St, Converse, IN 46919, USA

Get yourself a rack of ribs and chow down!

Converse Big Dipper/Facebook You’ll find Converse Big Dipper at 104 S Jefferson Street.

Finally - last, but not least - we recommend restaurants like Imagine Burgers & Brew and, if you like pizza (who doesn’t?), you definitely should check out Pizza King (109 N Jefferson St) as well. Imagine Burgers & Brew, 304 N Jefferson St, Converse, IN 46919, USA

When you visit Converse, Indiana, be sure to bring your appetite.

Nyttend/Wikimedia Sure, it’s a small town, but it’s got big ideas when it comes to your next meal.

So, what do you think? What’s your favorite foodie town in Indiana? Tell us your thoughts in the comments!

heyrocc/Flickr

It’s a quaint place, with an old-school Main Street and all kinds of small-town activities and events to take part in.

Jefferson St. BBQ/Facebook

If you’re a fan of barbecue, you’ll love Jefferson Street BBQ, which is located on - you guessed it - Jefferson Street.

You’ll find Jefferson Street BBQ at 101 N Jefferson St. In fact, you’ll find all the restaurants we mention here on Jefferson Street.

Jefferson Street BBQ, 101 N Jefferson St, Converse, IN 46919, USA

Converse Big Dipper/Facebook

Converse Big Dipper is known for its delicious ice cream and desserts, but what the locals know is that it’s home to some of the best barbecue in Indiana.

Converse Big Dipper, 104 S Jefferson St, Converse, IN 46919, USA

You’ll find Converse Big Dipper at 104 S Jefferson Street.

Finally - last, but not least - we recommend restaurants like Imagine Burgers & Brew and, if you like pizza (who doesn’t?), you definitely should check out Pizza King (109 N Jefferson St) as well.

Imagine Burgers & Brew, 304 N Jefferson St, Converse, IN 46919, USA

Nyttend/Wikimedia

Sure, it’s a small town, but it’s got big ideas when it comes to your next meal.

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Address: Converse, IN 46919, USA