House Favorite
Fish & Chips
Beer-battered cod, hand-cut chips, mushy peas & tartare.
$18
British Kitchen · Gas City, Indiana
Authentic British Flavors.
Authentic British Flavors.
Fresh Indiana Ingredients.
Experience farm-to-table dining, all-day breakfast, handcrafted meals, and a welcoming atmosphere unlike anywhere else in Indiana.
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Serving Gas CityFor Years
Locally SourcedFresh Ingredients
Breakfast All DayEvery Day
Family OwnedFrom Our Table
Signature Plates
Featured Dishes
Pub classics reimagined with the freshest produce, meats, and herbs from Indiana's own farms.
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British Chicken Curry
A gentle, aromatic curry with basmati and warm naan.
$17
Beef Stew & Yorkshire
Slow-braised beef, root veg & a pillowy Yorkshire pud.
$21
Bangers & Mash
Cumberland sausages, creamy mash & rich onion gravy.
$16Don't Miss
Sticky Toffee Pudding
Warm date sponge drowned in house toffee sauce.
$9
The Payne's Difference
Why Guests Love Payne's
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Fresh Local Ingredients
We partner with Indiana farms so every plate is built on produce, meat and dairy picked at its peak.
Authentic British Recipes
Founder Stephen Payne brought his Yorkshire kitchen to Indiana — proper recipes, made the right way.
Warm Community Atmosphere
Live acoustic nights, a welcoming patio and the kind of hospitality that turns first-timers into regulars.
Loved by Locals & Travelers
What Our Guests Say
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★★★★★
"The best Fish & Chips this side of the Atlantic. You can taste how fresh everything is. We drive 40 minutes just for breakfast here."
★★★★★
"Stopped in on a road trip and stayed two hours. The Sticky Toffee Pudding alone is worth the detour. Such a warm, genuine place."
★★★★★
"Our family's Sunday tradition. Stephen and the team treat you like you're in their own home. The acoustic nights are the cherry on top."
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From Yorkshire to Indiana
Authentic British hospitality, rooted locally.
Our Story
A Taste of Britain, Grown in Indiana
Payne's began with one simple idea: serve the honest British comfort food founder Stephen Payne grew up with in Yorkshire — made with the incredible produce grown right here in Indiana.
- British-inspired menu, all-day breakfast
- Farm-to-table ingredients from local growers
- A gathering place for the whole community
Always Something On
Upcoming at Payne's
More than a meal — a place where the neighborhood comes together.
Every Friday · 7PM
Acoustic Music Nights
Local musicians, candlelight and a pint of craft ale. Our most-loved evening of the week.
Monthly
Community Gatherings
Charity suppers, neighborhood meetups and family-friendly afternoons on the patio.
Seasonal
Seasonal Specials
A rotating menu that follows the harvest — the freshest flavors, exactly when they peak.
We've Saved You a Seat
Reserve Your Table
Whether it's all-day breakfast, a Friday pint, or a special night out — we'd love to welcome you.
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Stephen Payne
Founder & Head Chef, born in Yorkshire, England.
Founder's Story
A Yorkshire Kitchen, Indiana Roots
Stephen Payne grew up in Yorkshire, England, where Sunday roasts, beer-battered fish and warm puddings weren't just food — they were how a family said "you belong here."
When Stephen settled in Indiana, he missed the honest, comforting cooking of home. But he also fell in love with something new: the extraordinary produce, meats and dairy grown by Indiana's local farmers. Payne's Restaurant was born at that crossroads — authentic British recipes, made with the freshest Hoosier ingredients.
Today, Payne's is where travelers passing through, neighborhood families, and curious food lovers all find a seat at the same welcoming table.
Our Mission
"To serve fresh, locally sourced meals while creating memorable dining experiences — every single day."
We believe great hospitality is simple: real ingredients, recipes made with care, and a room that feels like home. That's the promise behind every plate we send out.
What Makes Us Different
Not Your Average Restaurant
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British-Inspired Menu
Authentic recipes from across the UK, from curry house favorites to proper pub classics.
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Farm-to-Table
Ingredients sourced from Indiana growers, picked fresh and on the plate at their peak.
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Breakfast All Day
Craving French toast at 4pm? We serve breakfast from open to close, every day.
04
Local Artists & Music
We host and champion local musicians and artists — supporting the community that supports us.
What We Stand For
Our Values
Freshness
Sourced local, cooked fresh, never frozen shortcuts.
Hospitality
Everyone is greeted like an old friend coming home.
Sustainability
Supporting local farms and reducing food miles, plate by plate.
Community
A gathering place that gives back to the neighborhood.
The People Behind the Plates
Meet the Team
Stephen Payne
Founder & Head Chef
The Yorkshire heart of the kitchen, and the reason it all tastes like home.
Olivia Hart
Sous Chef
Champion of the farm-to-table sourcing that keeps our menu fresh and seasonal.
Marcus Bell
Pastry Chef
The mastermind behind our Sticky Toffee Pudding and homemade desserts.
Grace Whitman
Front of House
The warm welcome at the door and the friendly face behind our events.
Pull Up a Chair
Come Experience Payne's
Taste the story for yourself. We'll keep the kettle on and a table ready.
See It In Person
The Best View Is From Your Table
Photos only go so far. Come taste, hear and feel Payne's for yourself.
Opening Hours
- Monday – Friday8:30 AM – 10:00 PM
- Saturday9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Sunday11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
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How to Find Us
Right Off the Highway in Gas City
Easy to reach for locals and a perfect stop for travelers passing through Indiana. Free parking on site.
Catering & Events
Let Us Cater Your Next Gathering
From community celebrations to private parties, we bring Payne's British-inspired, farm-to-table cooking to your event. Tell us what you're planning and we'll craft a menu to match.