Indiana Eatery Named Best Place for a Cheap Meal

Going out to eat can cost you a pretty penny, but not at this Indiana restaurant!

Have you gone out to eat with the family lately? It's insane how expensive it is. My family and I have really cut back on eating out over the past couple of years because of that. According to the New York Post, the average American is spending more than $2,500 a year eating out. Even with that, 39% of the population has actually decreased the amount of money that they are spending at restaurants. Some people are even finding loopholes to save a few bucks, like ordering off the kids' menu or couponing. Still, though, it could cost an arm and a leg to go out to eat with the family...unless you find a good restaurant that has really great prices.

If you're looking for a satisfying meal at a bargain price, you are in luck. LoveFood recently found the best place for a blue-plate special in each state. Now, before we get into what was named as Indiana's, you might first be wondering what a blue-plate special is exactly. According to LoveFood:

The term is said to date back to 1892, when the Harvey House chain served discounted meals heaped on disposable blue plates to railroad travelers in the Western states. Traditionally the domain of mom-and-pop joints, they typically include meat and three sides with a complimentary drink – though many modern restaurants have now jumped on the blue-plate train, too.

With that in mind, let's take a look at Indiana's best restaurant for cheap eats!

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This Indiana Eatery Has the Best Cheap Meal Around

LoveFood says that if you want to find the restaurant with the best cheap meal in Indiana, you are going to want to visit Fort Wayne. That's where you will find a little gem called Rune.

Here's what LoveFood had to say about Rune:

This cozy neighborhood restaurant may be better known for its seasonal fine dining menu; however, turn up on a Wednesday, and you can opt for a delicious blue-plate special. The meal is always comforting and hearty (think meatloaf with gravy, beef and noodles, fried chicken, or hamburger steak), and it comes with a drink.

I'll be honest, I have never had Rune before, but looking at the videos and photos on their social media, it doesn't look too bad. Have you ever eaten here? What did you think? Is it worthy of being named the best spot for cheap eats in Indiana?