Shopping in the Crossroads area is unparalleled, with Merrillville housing one of the largest retail concentrations in the area. A local mall along with many smaller shopping centers provides all of the shopping opportunities our residents could ask for.
Southlake Mall in Hobart is anchored by J.C. Penney, Macy’s, Dick’s Sporting Goods and Sears, along with an AMC Showplace 12 movie theater. Other stores include The Disney Store, Bath & Body Works and AT&T Cartronix. The mall has a fabulous food court that offers a variety of options. For those wanting a more upscale experience, shoppers can dine at Cooper’s Hawk Restaurant & Winery.
Northwest Indiana shopping isn’t complete without a stop at Albanese Confectionery. This innovative candy company has been producing fantastic gummi candies and Gold Label Chocolates since 1983. They use only the finest U.S. and European ingredients and have a passion for creating the best candy products to satisfy your sweet tooth. Check out their website at www.albaneseconfectionery.com.
The Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Times Media and other community Chambers of Commerce recently began the It Pays to Buy Local campaign to encourage residents to do as much of their shopping at local, independent businesses as possible. Studies show that approximately 80 percent of money spent at local businesses is returned to the community, benefiting local schools, employees, city parks and public safety services. For more information about the “It Pays to Buy Local” campaign, visit www.crossroadschamber.org.
Area dining options are just as abundant as the shopping is with restaurants ranging from local favorites to national chains, fine dining to casual eats. Merrillville restaurants include Abuelo’s, Gamba Ristorante, El Salto Mexican, Asparagus, Gino’s Steakhouse, Texas Corral and Outback Steakhouse.
In Crown Point, you’ll find Lucrezia Ristorante, Fahrenheit Two-Twelve, White Hawk Country Club, Carriage Court Pizza, Tavern on Main, Buffalo Wild Wings and nearby Lighthouse Restaurant. Diners are sure to find something to satisfy everyone’s taste.
For those staying with us on a vacation or business trip, there are 10 member hotels ready to make your stay as comfortable as possible on any budget. Both short- and long-term rooms are available to meet all of your traveling needs.
For a complete list of chamber member shopping, dining and lodging locations, visit www.crossroadschamber.org.
Restaurants in Northwest Indiana
3 Greeks Gyros
3378 Willowcreek Rd.
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 945-9974
http://3greeksgyros.com
Asparagus Restaurant
7876 Broadway
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 794-0000 • f: (219) 794-1288
www.asparagusrestaurant.com
Bullpen/Gelsosomo’s
1013 W. Lincoln Hwy.
Schererville, IN 46375
(219) 322-7788
www.gotobullpen.com
Bullpen/Gelsosomo’s Highland
9318 Indianapolis Blvd.
Highland, IN 46322
(219) 924-9300
http://gelpizza.com/highland
Capri’s Pizza Crown Point
1234 N. Main St.
Crown Point, IN 46307
(219) 661-2300 • f: (219) 661-2311
http://caprispizza.com
Capris Pizza Schererville
837 Main St.
Schererville, IN 46375
(219) 865-9100
http://caprispizza.com
Carriage Court Pizza
211 S. East St.
Crown Point, IN 46307
(219) 663-6551 • f: (219) 661-9451
www.carriagecourtpizza.com
Ciao Bella Ristorante
1514 U.S. 41
Schererville, IN 46375
(219) 322-6800 • f: (219) 322-6806
www.ciaobellaonline.com
Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant
2120 Southlake Mall, Unit 500
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 795-9463 • f: (219) 795-1960
http://chwinery.com
El Salto Mexican Restaurant
5031 E. 81st Ave.
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 940-9955
http://elsaltorestaurant.com
Fahrenheit Two-Twelve
10805 Broadway Ave.
Crown Point, IN 46307
(219) 663-8160 • f: (219) 663-8161
www.fht212.com
Gamba Ristorante
455 E. 84th Dr.
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 736-5000 • f: (219) 756-3454
www.gambaristorante.com
Gelsosomo’s Pizzeria and Pub
13019 Wicker Ave.
Cedar Lake, IN 46303
(219) 374-5300
http://gelpizza.com/cedarlake
Generation Nutrition
190 S. West St.
Crown Point, IN 46307
(219) 313-1878
Gino’s Steakhouse
600 E. 81st Ave.
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 769-4466
www.ginossteakhouse.com
Gino’s Steakhouse
1259 Joliet St.
Dyer, IN 46311
(219) 865-3854
http://ginossteakhouse.com
Jelly Pancake House
399 E. 81st Ave.
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 736-0100 • f: (219) 736-9351
http://jellypancakehouse.com
Jelly Pancake House
936 Joliet St.
Dyer, IN 46311
(219) 865-3200
http://jellypancakehouse.com
Kentucky Fried Chicken
1120 N. Main
Crown Point, IN 46307
(219) 769-6850 • f: (219) 769-2549
Kentucky Fried Chicken
5700 Broadway
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 769-6850 • f: (219) 769-2549
Lakes of the Four Seasons
1048 Lakeshore Dr.
Crown Point, IN 46307
(219) 988-2581
www.lofs.org
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Seasons Lakehouse Restaurant & Pub offers a variety of Craft Brews, Shareables, Entrees, Sandwiches, Banquet Facility for up to 130 people, & Patio Dining on Beautiful Lake Holiday weather permitting. (219) 988-2582, Lakehouse@lofs.org
Lighthouse Restaurant
7501 Constitution Ave.
Cedar Lake, IN 46303
(219) 374-9283 • f: (219) 374-9673
www.cedarlakelighthouse.com
Main Street Cafe & Zodiac Lounge
111 N. Main St.
Crown Point, IN 46307
(219) 663-7466
www.crownpointdelivery.com
Mc Donald’s Restaurant
8868 Lousiana St.
Merrillville, IN 46410-6324
(219) 738-1889 • f: (219) 738-9044
Mc Donald’s Restaurant
2900 W. 81st Ave.
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 769-4330
Mc Donald’s Restaurant
6100 Mississippi St.
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 947-4044
Mc Donald’s Restaurant
1939 E. 80th Ave.
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 769-1329
Outback Steakhouse
1590 E. Lincoln Hwy.
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 736-8995
https://www.outback.com/locations/in/merrillville
Progressive Dining Group
600 E. Lincoln Hwy.
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 865-3854
Rosati’s Pizza — Crown Point
10755 Broadway
Crown Point, IN 46307
(219) 281-4500
www.orderrosatis.com
Rosati’s Pizza — Schererville
5504 W. Lincoln Hwy.
Schererville, IN 46375
(219) 864-1114
https://myrosatis.com/crownpoint
Texas Corral
312 W. 81st Ave.
Merrillville, IN 46410-5497
(219) 769-1101 • f: (219) 769-0047
www.texascorral.net
Trend Enterprises, Inc. — Pita Pit Crown Point
10611 Broadway
Crown Point, IN 46307
(219) 779-9216
www.dapita.com
True BBQ and Whiskey Bar
8940 Calumet Ave.
Munster, IN 46321
(219) 836-2122