Paducah Parte Uno

@porwest (93148)

United States

February 5, 2023 6:02pm CST

Winding down our trip to Paducah, but it's not quite over yet. As suggested by someone here, I suppose I will post in parts. For dinner last night we went to a place here in Paducah that came highly recommended called The Freight House. Very well recommended by me as well if you ever happen to be in Paducah, Kentucky. We were even greeted in person by the chef, Sara Bradley, a recent contender in season 16 of Top Chef. I have to tell you; the service was exemplary. We walked in and were initially told because we did not have a reservation, even though it was not required, they simply did not have a spot for us. We were about to leave when we were told, "Wait a minute, a spot just opened up at the bar if you don't mind eating there." YES. We'd be happy to sit at the bar. Everything also came very quickly for as busy as they were, so I would say I was impressed. And the food was awesome to boot, and worth every single penny. For starters we decided on getting their deviled eggs with a bacon jam sauce. 6 for $8.50 and I will tell you, these melted in our mouths. I don't mean to sound bored. Just a little tired. We had a pretty full day today. It was actually a pretty full day yesterday too. All of which I will tell you about, for anyone who is interested. Piece by piece. Tomorrow we will head back. Not sure yet what we will do on the way home. But home is only about 2 1/2 hours away. Onward and upward and I will let you know all about all we did—and hopefully in a much more interesting way than this first post. lol I really am tired. https://www.freighthousefood.com/

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@NJChicaa (120384)

• United States

6 Feb 23

Those eggs look good but I'd only be able to eat like 1 or 2.

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@porwest (93148)

• United States

6 Feb 23

We ate three a piece. Does that help? lol Man, they were REALLY good. I mean, it sounds ridiculous to rave about deviled eggs. But these were better than any I think I have ever had before.

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@NJChicaa (120384)

• United States

6 Feb 23

@porwest No I get it. Devilied eggs can be really good. I think if I ate 3, though, I wouldn't be able to eat anything else. I look forward to hearing about the rest of your meal there.

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@porwest (93148)

• United States

6 Feb 23

@NJChicaa They weren't that filling, but I usually don't find deviled eggs to be filling. Even though these were certainly more rich than I am used to. But I had no problem at all with my main course.

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@RubyHawk (99405)

• Atlanta, Georgia

6 Feb 23

Glad you guys are having an enjoyable mini vacation and eating well.

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@RubyHawk (99405)

• Atlanta, Georgia

6 Feb 23

@porwest Wonderfull, I’m waiting to hear all about it.

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@porwest (93148)

• United States

6 Feb 23

@RubyHawk I will try to make it as interesting as possible. lol

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@porwest (93148)

• United States

6 Feb 23

It has been a really good time. I have LOTS to write about, so hopefully the members here are up to it. We've packed quite a lot into this short trip. It's been good.

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@LadyDuck (472265)

• Switzerland

6 Feb 23

Those eggs look divine and I would love to learn to make the bacon jam sauce.

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@LadyDuck (472265)

• Switzerland

7 Feb 23

@porwest I have searched and found a few. I will read and see which one sounds more interesting.

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@porwest (93148)

• United States

7 Feb 23

I am sure there must be a recipe or two out there. It was a really nice added touch.

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@porwest (93148)

• United States

26 Nov 23

@LadyDuck Keep in mind the best part of experimenting is eating the experiment. lol

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@moffittjc (121793)

• Gainesville, Florida

6 Feb 23

Deviled eggs with bacon jam sauce sounds heavenly. Glad you found such a nice place to eat.

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@moffittjc (121793)

• Gainesville, Florida

8 Feb 23

@porwest Wow, it must have been good for you to give such a generous tip! But then again, I will give nothing less than 20% when I tip, most often more.

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@lovebuglena (44768)

• Staten Island, New York

7 Feb 23

@porwest Now that's a very generous tip.

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@porwest (93148)

• United States

7 Feb 23

The food was AWESOME. The service was AWESOME. The accommodations were AWESOME. I gave a 30% tip I was so pleased. Definitely a do over if we are ever in Paducah again, which I suspect we will be. We enjoy the town and it's only 2 1/2 hours away.

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@JudyEv (342516)

• Rockingham, Australia

6 Feb 23

I didn't think you sounded bored. It can wear a person out, having an enjoyable time.

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@porwest (93148)

• United States

6 Feb 23

We are heading back today, but might tool around a bit more before we make the rest of the trek back home. I am exhausted. lol

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

6 Feb 23

Glad your trip has been a good one. The eggs look delicious.

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@porwest (93148)

• United States

6 Feb 23

I would have to say, as a fan of deviled eggs anyway, that these were probably some of the best deviled eggs I have ever eaten, hands down.

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@porwest (93148)

• United States

26 Nov 23

@CarolDM If we are ever back in the area I can assure you The Freight House will have our repeat business. No doubt about it.

@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

6 Feb 23

@porwest Good to hear that.

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@MGjhaud (23240)

• Philippines

6 Feb 23

Their deviled eggs are far better looking than the ones we had last New Year's.

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@porwest (93148)

• United States

16 Nov 23

I have to admit, these were some of the best deviled eggs I have had in a long time.

@GardenGerty (161165)

• United States

6 Feb 23

It sounds lovely and not bored. It is great to dine out at a place that is so impeccable.

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@porwest (93148)

• United States

7 Feb 23

It was a fantastic place definitely worthy of another visit. I will happily spend my money there again given the opportunity.

@FourWalls (69462)

• United States

6 Feb 23

Wowza, three eggs (six half-eggs) for only eight bucks? What a deal!

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@porwest (93148)

• United States

6 Feb 23

Nowadays that's more true than ever. lol

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@DWDavis (25805)

• United States

6 Feb 23

I'm glad you had such a satisfying dining experience.

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@DWDavis (25805)

• United States

7 Feb 23

@porwest I agree it is best to support the local businesses. Our camping club usually eats out together one night on our weekend trips and will go out of our way to patronize a local restaurant.

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@porwest (93148)

• United States

6 Feb 23

It was awesome, and I always like it when we can support a standalone over a chain. There is so much good good out there beyond Olive Garden, Red Lobster, Logan's, Texas Roadhouse and Applebees and places like that.

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@porwest (93148)

• United States

16 Nov 23

@DWDavis That's my thought too. Small and local. They actually deserve our support far more than the chains do. And they work harder to earn our business as well, and thusly, also appreciate our business much more.

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@rakski (126825)

• Philippines

23 Nov 23

that look really good

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@rakski (126825)

• Philippines

28 Nov 23

@porwest I am sure that is good

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@porwest (93148)

• United States

26 Nov 23

I am telling you they were AWESOME, and if we are back in the area and The Freight House is still there...we will be back, come Hell or high water.

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@porwest (93148)

• United States

29 Nov 23

@rakski Worth every single penny we spent there. That's to be sure.

@LindaOHio (183044)

• United States

6 Feb 23

We love deviled eggs. I'm interested in hearing about your trip. Looking forward to the next installment.

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@LindaOHio (183044)

• United States

26 Nov 23

@porwest We wrap all of our trips in food. We love to try new places.

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@porwest (93148)

• United States

29 Nov 23

@LindaOHio Same here. No matter where we go, food is a big part of our trip.

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@porwest (93148)

• United States

26 Nov 23

Hopefully it was all I stacked it up to be. All I will say is that if we are ever back in the area, and we will be, The Freight House is DEFINITELY on the list to return.

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@gnatsmom (2575)

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6 Feb 23

Great customer service and food is a rarity these days. Glad yall found a place to help make your trip a great time.

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@porwest (93148)

• United States

6 Feb 23

I think sometimes when you go to a standalone restaurant they have more to lose and so customer service and the entire experience is much higher on their list. Plus, they have a different level of care and respect for their customers and appreciate them more than a larger business that is quite a bit removed from the customer experience.

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@thebos (5960)

• Kisumu, Kenya

6 Feb 23

It really sounds tiesome I hope you arrive safely

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@porwest (93148)

• United States

26 Nov 23

It was a fantastic trip and we will be back in the area some time soon. That much I know. Awesome trip.

@jstory07 (140370)

• Roseburg, Oregon

6 Feb 23

Those eggs look really good. Glad you enjoyed them and are having a good trip.

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@porwest (93148)

• United States

6 Feb 23

It all turned out better than expected and we really made good use of our time. It was a lot of fun.

@lovebuglena (44768)

• Staten Island, New York

7 Feb 23

When I first looked at the pic I had no idea what that was lol. Then it hit me that those are eggs. Thought they were topped with caramelized onions. Wonder why the food came so quick if they were very busy. I generally do not like to sit at the bar but if that was the only option available at a place I really wanted to go to that day I'd do it. Especially if I traveled far there.

@Rashnag (30592)

• Surat, India

6 Feb 23

Glad to know about the yummy food you relished and about your trip. Have a good day. Take rest