With the best cheese, brats, and beer in the country, Wisconsin is a haven for foodies. But while Wisconsin has its fair share of bars and pubs, it also has a lot of truly mouthwatering restaurants that are unparalleled in any other state. With all of these wonderful places to eat in Wisconsin, where should you go first? Read on to learn about some of the most unique restaurants in Wisconsin. You won’t be disappointed!
- AJ Bombers (Milwaukee)
Heather/Flickr First up on our list of the most unique restaurants in Wisconsin is AJ Bombers. Where else does a bartender launch a rocket full of peanuts along a track and into a wall so that the peanuts spill into a bowl? Nowhere. And the burgers are awesome, too. After games, you’re likely to run into athletes. Curious to learn more? Be sure to check out the official AJ Bombers website. AJ Bombers, 1247 N Water St, Milwaukee, WI 53202, USA
- Kopp’s Frozen Custard (Glendale)
Kent Wang/Flickr The ice cream is outrageous, but the burgers are amazing, too, so be sure to order one of each! When it comes to unique restaurants in Wisconsin, this beloved local eatery is hard to beat. Learn more when you visit Kopp’s Frozen Custard online. Kopp’s Frozen Custard, 5373 N Port Washington Rd, Glendale, WI 53217, USA
- Al Johnson’s (Sister Bay)
Kim Scarborough/Flickr Al Johnson’s is a Swedish restaurant. Oh, and there’s goats on the roof! Have we piqued your interest? If so, be sure to check out Al Johnson’s online for more information about planning your visit. Al Johnson’s, 10698 N Bay Shore Dr, Sister Bay, WI 54234, USA
- Kroll’s (Green Bay)
Eric Wilcox/Flickr Whether you’re an east side or west side fan, this place serves up great burgers. In fact, some would argue that Kroll’s dishes out the best burgers in the Green Bay area. Kroll’s Tavern, 1990 S Ridge Rd, Green Bay, WI 54304, USA
- Frank’s Diner (Kenosha)
Fuzzy Gerdes/Flickr It may not look like much on the outside, but this joint has been serving mouthwatering local food for years. Frank’s Diner may be cash only, so be sure to come prepared! For more information head on over to the Frank’s Diner website. Frank’s Diner, 508 58th St, Kenosha, WI 53140, USA
- Chives (Suamico)
Chives Tucked away in a renovated building, Chives has it all: delicious, locally-sourced food, a cozy atmosphere, and loads of charm. Learn more about what makes Chives such a must-try restaurant in the Green Bay area. Chives Restaurant, 1749 Riverside Dr, Suamico, WI 54173, USA
- Carmella’s (Appleton)
Carmela’s They have some of the best Italian food in all of Wisconsin. And they make some darn good desserts, too. For more information, head on over to Carmella’s online. Carmella’s an Italian Bistro, 716 N Casaloma Dr, Appleton, WI 54913, USA
- Wedl’s Hamburger Stand (Jefferson)
Ken Fager/Flickr While there’s no seating, this place has been making delicious food for the past century. It’s important to note that Wedi’s Hamburger Stand is open seasonally, so be sure to check out the website before planning your visit. Wedl’s Hamburger Stand, 200 E Racine St, Jefferson, WI 53549, USA
- Chili John’s (Green Bay)
Mike Fabio/Flickr Note: Unfortunately Chili John’s has permanently closed. Keep reading for more Wisconsin food chains you’ll enjoy. Here in Wisconsin, we know a thing or two about chili, and it just so happens that we prefer our chili served over spaghetti. If you’ve never tried this combination, you’re truly missing out! 3120 Packerland Dr, Ashwaubenon, WI 54115, USA
- The Immigrant (Kohler)
Dan Perry/Flickr This elevated restaurant and winery serves its food with a beautiful presentation. The name is inspired by some of the European settlers to Wisconsin, and there are six rooms dedicated to the French, Dutch, German, Normandy, Danish, and English. For more information, you can visit The Immigrant online. The Immigrant Restaurant, 419 Highland Dr, Kohler, WI 53044, USA
- Blue’s Egg (Milwaukee)
jchapiesky/Flickr Blue’s Egg is the kind of place that takes breakfast seriously. Moreover, they even serve up whole slices of bacon on the Bloody Marys! Learn more about all the delicious food that awaits you when you check out Blue’s Egg online. Blue’s Egg, 317 N 76th St, Milwaukee, WI 53213, USA
- Solly’s (Milwaukee)
Kate Hopkins/Flickr Last but not least on our list of unique restaurants in Wisconsin is a legendary spot known as Solly’s. This local restaurant is home of the original butter burger…yum! For more information, head on over to Solly’s online. Solly’s Grille, 4629 N Port Washington Rd, Milwaukee, WI 53212, USA
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Heather/Flickr
First up on our list of the most unique restaurants in Wisconsin is AJ Bombers. Where else does a bartender launch a rocket full of peanuts along a track and into a wall so that the peanuts spill into a bowl? Nowhere. And the burgers are awesome, too. After games, you’re likely to run into athletes. Curious to learn more? Be sure to check out the official AJ Bombers website.
AJ Bombers, 1247 N Water St, Milwaukee, WI 53202, USA
Kent Wang/Flickr
The ice cream is outrageous, but the burgers are amazing, too, so be sure to order one of each! When it comes to unique restaurants in Wisconsin, this beloved local eatery is hard to beat. Learn more when you visit Kopp’s Frozen Custard online.
Kopp’s Frozen Custard, 5373 N Port Washington Rd, Glendale, WI 53217, USA
Kim Scarborough/Flickr
Al Johnson’s is a Swedish restaurant. Oh, and there’s goats on the roof! Have we piqued your interest? If so, be sure to check out Al Johnson’s online for more information about planning your visit.
Al Johnson’s, 10698 N Bay Shore Dr, Sister Bay, WI 54234, USA
Eric Wilcox/Flickr
Whether you’re an east side or west side fan, this place serves up great burgers. In fact, some would argue that Kroll’s dishes out the best burgers in the Green Bay area.
Kroll’s Tavern, 1990 S Ridge Rd, Green Bay, WI 54304, USA
Fuzzy Gerdes/Flickr
It may not look like much on the outside, but this joint has been serving mouthwatering local food for years. Frank’s Diner may be cash only, so be sure to come prepared! For more information head on over to the Frank’s Diner website.
Frank’s Diner, 508 58th St, Kenosha, WI 53140, USA
Chives
Tucked away in a renovated building, Chives has it all: delicious, locally-sourced food, a cozy atmosphere, and loads of charm. Learn more about what makes Chives such a must-try restaurant in the Green Bay area.
Chives Restaurant, 1749 Riverside Dr, Suamico, WI 54173, USA
Carmela’s
They have some of the best Italian food in all of Wisconsin. And they make some darn good desserts, too. For more information, head on over to Carmella’s online.
Carmella’s an Italian Bistro, 716 N Casaloma Dr, Appleton, WI 54913, USA
Ken Fager/Flickr
While there’s no seating, this place has been making delicious food for the past century. It’s important to note that Wedi’s Hamburger Stand is open seasonally, so be sure to check out the website before planning your visit.
Wedl’s Hamburger Stand, 200 E Racine St, Jefferson, WI 53549, USA
Mike Fabio/Flickr
Note: Unfortunately Chili John’s has permanently closed. Keep reading for more Wisconsin food chains you’ll enjoy. Here in Wisconsin, we know a thing or two about chili, and it just so happens that we prefer our chili served over spaghetti. If you’ve never tried this combination, you’re truly missing out!
3120 Packerland Dr, Ashwaubenon, WI 54115, USA
Dan Perry/Flickr
This elevated restaurant and winery serves its food with a beautiful presentation. The name is inspired by some of the European settlers to Wisconsin, and there are six rooms dedicated to the French, Dutch, German, Normandy, Danish, and English. For more information, you can visit The Immigrant online.
The Immigrant Restaurant, 419 Highland Dr, Kohler, WI 53044, USA
jchapiesky/Flickr
Blue’s Egg is the kind of place that takes breakfast seriously. Moreover, they even serve up whole slices of bacon on the Bloody Marys! Learn more about all the delicious food that awaits you when you check out Blue’s Egg online.
Blue’s Egg, 317 N 76th St, Milwaukee, WI 53213, USA
Kate Hopkins/Flickr
Last but not least on our list of unique restaurants in Wisconsin is a legendary spot known as Solly’s. This local restaurant is home of the original butter burger…yum! For more information, head on over to Solly’s online.
Solly’s Grille, 4629 N Port Washington Rd, Milwaukee, WI 53212, USA
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unique restaurants in Wisconsin November 08, 2021 Beth C. What are some of the most popular restaurants in Wisconsin? As you’ve learned from the above article, dining in Wisconsin is never dull. We have so many unique restaurants to choose from, and the options can seem overwhelming at times. Wondering which other restaurants belong on your dining bucket list? There are more than a few! Some of our top recommendations for the most popular restaurants in Wisconsin include Mader’s in Milwaukee, Wild Tomato in Fish Creek, MACS Mac & Cheese, Graze in Madison, 1919 Kitchen & Tap in Green Bay, Elegant Farmer in Mukwonago, Delta Diner, Pete’s Hamburger Stand in Prairie du Chien, State Street Brats in Madison, The River Deck in Hayward, The Butterfly Club in Beloit, Father Fats in Stevens Point, Paul Bunyan’s Cook Shanty, The Old Fashioned in Madison, and Baumgartner Cheese Store & Tavern in Monroe. Have you tried any of these famous restaurants in Wisconsin?
The OIYS Visitor Center
unique restaurants in Wisconsin
November 08, 2021
Beth C.
What are some of the most popular restaurants in Wisconsin? As you’ve learned from the above article, dining in Wisconsin is never dull. We have so many unique restaurants to choose from, and the options can seem overwhelming at times. Wondering which other restaurants belong on your dining bucket list? There are more than a few! Some of our top recommendations for the most popular restaurants in Wisconsin include Mader’s in Milwaukee, Wild Tomato in Fish Creek, MACS Mac & Cheese, Graze in Madison, 1919 Kitchen & Tap in Green Bay, Elegant Farmer in Mukwonago, Delta Diner, Pete’s Hamburger Stand in Prairie du Chien, State Street Brats in Madison, The River Deck in Hayward, The Butterfly Club in Beloit, Father Fats in Stevens Point, Paul Bunyan’s Cook Shanty, The Old Fashioned in Madison, and Baumgartner Cheese Store & Tavern in Monroe. Have you tried any of these famous restaurants in Wisconsin?
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
As you’ve learned from the above article, dining in Wisconsin is never dull. We have so many unique restaurants to choose from, and the options can seem overwhelming at times. Wondering which other restaurants belong on your dining bucket list? There are more than a few!
Some of our top recommendations for the most popular restaurants in Wisconsin include Mader’s in Milwaukee, Wild Tomato in Fish Creek, MACS Mac & Cheese, Graze in Madison, 1919 Kitchen & Tap in Green Bay, Elegant Farmer in Mukwonago, Delta Diner, Pete’s Hamburger Stand in Prairie du Chien, State Street Brats in Madison, The River Deck in Hayward, The Butterfly Club in Beloit, Father Fats in Stevens Point, Paul Bunyan’s Cook Shanty, The Old Fashioned in Madison, and Baumgartner Cheese Store & Tavern in Monroe. Have you tried any of these famous restaurants in Wisconsin?
