Although Wisconsin is famous for its award-winning cheese and welcoming supper clubs, there are also plenty of surprising flavors to be found throughout the state. From a board game-themed cafe to Instagrammable bars and a hotel restaurant with sunset views, read on to discover your new favorite spot to dine.
Door County
The Door County peninsula has been a Wisconsin vacation favorite for generations. With its mix of tasty traditions and innovative fare, you’re sure to discover restaurants everyone in your group will love.
The Gnoshery – Sturgeon Bay
You’ll find more than just tasty plates at The Gnoshery in Sturgeon Bay. In addition to dishes like red velvet pancakes and pepperoni “Gnoshbread,” this one-of-a-kind cafe specializes in bringing people together to play tabletop games. Browse their massive game library for your favorite board and card games, or pick out a new game and learn together.
With a packed event schedule featuring role-playing, knitting nights and more, this is a great place to stop and spend quality time together. The best part? You can snack on funnel fries and pretzel bites while you play.
Green Bay
Green Bay’s unexpected culinary prowess makes sharing a meal here especially memorable. Visit in July for the city’s restaurant week to dine your way through specials at even more interesting spots.
Mangiare
The sister restaurant to the highly rated Republic Chophouse, Mangiare serves authentic Italian dishes in a family-friendly atmosphere. Diners love Mangiare’s top-notch service, and the dishes feature fresh ingredients with oils sourced directly from Italy. Build your own pasta dish and savor time spent with good friends and family.
Eau Claire
Headed to the Indie Capital of the Midwest? Try this interesting eatery in Eau Claire. Plan your trip in September to take advantage of this city’s restaurant week, when many eateries offer special deals.
Karl’s Bar-B-Q Express
Karl’s Bar-B-Q is no-frills, just-tasty barbecue at its finest. Enjoy Karl’s smoked-in-house meats and “over-stuffed” potatoes at the restaurant or take it for a picnic in one of Eau Claire’s parks with friends.
Lake Superior
Vacation adventures around Lake Superior, including the Apostle Islands, are as spectacular as the water. Fuel up at these interesting eateries on the Great Lake.
The Cranberry Over Superior
This unique bar & restaurant overlooking the Cranberry River and Lake Superior in Herbster specializes in unique dishes made with local ingredients. Try their pickle-brined buttermilk fried chicken dinner on Saturdays for an unexpectedly delicious dish–you can even order a whole bucket to go! Watch their social media for creative nightly specials made with the freshest ingredients of the day.
The Fat Radish – Washburn
A trip to Lake Superior isn’t complete without a stop at The Fat Radish, a farm-to-table restaurant serving up some of the most exciting dishes in the state. From their Piedmont Roasted Bone Marrow appetizer to French Cassoulet and a separate plant-based menu, you and your group are sure to find your new favorite dishes here.
Madison
Madison’s dynamic restaurant scene offers something for everyone. Add these special restaurants to your trip itinerary to try something new.
The Harvey House
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