25 Essential Kenosha Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Kenosha.
Ruffolo's Special Pizza 2
Wisconsin
Warm, family-friendly outpost offering Italian fare from pizza to subs alongside beer & wine.
GYRO & FLAME
Wisconsin
an everyday essential table known for disciplined fast food restaurant cooking, strong local gravity, and Beam Score momentum at 87.3.
Bristol 45 Diner
Wisconsin
Hearty breakfast skillets, burgers & other American comfort dishes in a vintage 1950s setting.
Franks Diner
Kenosha, Wisconsin
Lunch-car joint serving up burgers, breakfast & other classic diner fare since 1926.
Captain Mike's
Kenosha, Wisconsin
Lively tavern providing a variety of craft brews on tap, standard pub grub & TVs tuned to sports.
House of Gerhard
Kenosha, Wisconsin
Old-world eatery serving German fare & American favorites plus imported & domestic beers since 1966.
Waterfront Warehouse
Kenosha, Wisconsin
Bar & grill serving casual American fare in a warehouse-style space with brick & wood accents.
Tacos La Flama
Kenosha, Wisconsin
Service options: Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Wine Knot
Kenosha, Wisconsin
Intimate bistro & wine bar serving American fare plus wine by the glass, flight or bottle.
La Fogata Mexican Grill
Kenosha, Wisconsin
Mexican enchiladas, fajitas & tacos pair with a variety of margaritas & beers in a dimly lit space.
Pimmy's Authentic Thai Cuisine
Kenosha, Wisconsin
Easygoing eatery with low-key decor plating a range of traditional, regional Thai specialties.
The Lodge of Antioch
Kenosha, Wisconsin
Homey bar with a cabin motif & daily food specials, plus live music & an outdoor deck.
Jersey Mike's Subs
Kenosha, Wisconsin
New Jersey–based counter-serve sandwich chain serving jumbo subs filled with cold cuts & toppings.
Oliverii North
Kenosha, Wisconsin
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great cocktails, Great dessert, Great wine list.
The Garage
Kenosha, Wisconsin
Laid-back local tavern serving burgers, bar bites & beer in compact quarters with big-screen TVs.
The Spot Drive-In
Kenosha, Wisconsin
Late-night, cash-only drive-up joint serving burgers & house root beer since 1945.
Mulberry's Pancakes & Cafe
Kenosha, Wisconsin
Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great coffee, Great tea selection, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast.
The Sandlots of Salem Lakes | Burgers, Brew and Baseball
Kenosha, Wisconsin
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
Villa D' Carlo
Kenosha, Wisconsin
Longtime, family-friendly eatery serving thin-crust pizza, traditional Italian fare & tiramisu.
China House Chinese Restaurant (Kenosha)
Kenosha, Wisconsin
Long-running establishment dispensing Chinese-American food to eat on-site or take home.
Milwaukee Burger Company - Pleasant Prairie
Kenosha, Wisconsin
Easygoing standby serving handcrafted burgers & many beers on tap, plus shakes, wings & cocktails.
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
Kenosha, Wisconsin
Homey chain restaurant serving American comfort food, with an on-site general store.
Uptown Restaurant
Kenosha, Wisconsin
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Breakfast, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance.
Dave's Hot Chicken
Kenosha, Wisconsin
Service options: No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Akame Sushi
Kenosha, Wisconsin
Service options: Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance.