5 Broke Girls | Our Story

A Little Place That Changed Everything

At 5 Broke Girls, breakfast, lunch, and dinner are made fresh to order with bold homestyle flavor and a Texas twist. This cozy Main Street spot in Horse Cave, Kentucky is known for hearty comfort food, welcoming service, and burgers that quickly became some of the most talked-about in the state. Owner Jackie Kulaga personally cooks every plate herself, bringing a homemade touch and small-town charm to every meal served.

Jackie Is Behind the Stove

Owner Jackie Kulaga runs the stove herself, every single service. No shortcuts, no absentee owner — just one person cooking food she genuinely loves.

Southern Soul, Texas Spirit

The Heart Burger, a patty melt worth the drive, Texas-shaped chicken and waffles, and chicken livers for those in the know. Kentucky Living named it the best burger in the state — twice.

Your Own Pitcher of Tea

Order sweet tea and it arrives in your own personal pitcher. It's a small detail that says everything about how Jackie runs this place.

The Details on the Walls

Texas flags, longhorn skulls, corrugated metal, colorful tablecloths, religious signs, a claw machine in the corner — the dining room looks exactly like Jackie's personality feels: generous, eclectic, and completely her own.

Horse Cave on the Map

Horse Cave is a small town known for its cave — but now people drive in from across Kentucky just to eat here. One burger at a time, Jackie put Hart County on the map.