Voice Of The Walkerton Area

The Town of Walkerton is so full of stories! For too long, the community had no forum to keep up with events, people, history, and special places that made an impression on us? The Walkerton Independent News has been gone for decades! We are the voices of rural America! This new lifestyle e-magazine exists to reflect the people of Walkerton, small town sentiments, and our lives. - Photo by Todd Back

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Firehouse Tap

622 Roosevelt Rd.

Always Open

SUNRISE

HOUSE OF PANCAKES

Located at 280 Liberty St. this is a good location for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The family style friendly atmosphere is charming. Rustic decor, along with eggs, omellettes, bacon, pancakes, waffles, crepes, coffee, burgers, salads, and steaks. Let Sunrise start your day !

(574) 586-3724

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China House

Located at 602 Roosevelt Rd. Popular dishes here include: Hot & Spicy Soup, Orange Chicken, Egg Foo Yong, Cashew Chicken, and Seafood Soup! It is a favorite ethnic destination in the community. A "taste" of the ancient Chinese Culture! They are open Tuesday through Sunday from 11:30AM to 9:30 PM.

(574) 586-2314