DINING

EAT & DRINK

18 HANDS ALE HAUS

18 E. Division Street 920-933-3610

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Located in the heart of Downtown Fond du Lac across from the Hotel Retlaw, 18 Hands Ale Haus features a variety of craft beer, spirits, and simple food. Enjoy the German-style pub and outdoor Biergarten while gathering around the bonfire with friends and family. They offer a wide selection of German, craft, and domestic beers on tap. Their craft beer selection is fresh in store. So come enjoy the place and the tastes that’ll bring you back to one of the original A&W Drive-Ins! Providing tradition and value to their customers for over 90 years! Stop in and get the ultimate drive-in experience. Open Feb–Nov at 10am daily.

always changing. Grab a 32 oz Beer Growler To-Go for $10 in their new growler and the beer is free (*18 Hands Amber)! Call to book a private event. PROST!

A&W DRIVE-IN

269 Winnebago Drive 920-921-4320

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Remember the days when great-tasting food was made to order with quality ingredients and always served up with a frosty mug and a warm smile? Well, they still make their burgers; hot dogs; french fries; onion rings; and, of course, their famous A&W Root Beer

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ALA ROMA PIZZERIA & PUB

171 N. Pioneer Road 920-929-9366

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Ala Roma Pizzeria & Pub serves delicious, authentic homemade Italian food with a full menu of Italian entrees and desserts ranging from specialty pizzas to signature pastas.

Their full bar serves 16 exotic beers on tap along with an extensive selection of bourbon and scotch. Let them cater your next party with the best Italian food! Join them for Happy Hour every day! Call them today to place your order for pick up or delivery.

ANG AN EDDIES PREMIUM CHICAGO STYLE PIZZA

7 14th Street 920-929-8909

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Every night is family night at Ang an Eddie’s! If you’re craving a Chicago style dog, Italian beef, calzone, Chicago style pan pizza, or homemade cannoli, this is your stop. You might catch Eddie tossing a dough ball your way or twirling a pie in the air! They serve your family the freshly prepared dishes they serve their own!

ANNIE’S FOUNTAIN CITY CAFE

72 S. Main Street 920-933-5337

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Annie’s Fountain City Cafe is the coffeehouse/café Downtown where Annie, the owner, knows everyone who comes in, and if she doesn’t, she will by the time you leave. The staff at Annie’s Fountain City Cafe like to think of their place as a community spot with delicious drinks, home-cooked meals, and desserts. They welcome you to sit and visit with your friends; play a boardgame—they love the sound of laughter filling the café; or just enjoy a great coffee drink, homemade dessert, or a yummy lunch. Annie’s also specializes in catering your special event or private party. You will always get the freshest ingredients and made-from-scratch items. Looking for a fun gift or Fond du Lac souvenir? Stop in and check out their selection of new and vintage items. Bringing back the nostalgia from your grandma’s kitchen!

BACKYARD GRILL & BAR

838 E. Johnson Street 920-924-9400

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BackYard Grill & Bar, an award-winning restaurant, offers casual dining with a touch of patio panache. Your friends and family will agree as they soak up the inviting atmosphere and enjoy freshly prepared appetizers, a pleasant lunch, or sumptuously plated dinner. Relax near the back-porch windows or cozy up to a warm patio fire and enjoy hospitality the way only BackYard Grill & Bar can deliver. For those thirsty folks, they have 32 tap lines and 35 craft bottled beers. Outdoor dining is available just off the Garage Bar & Lounge as the weather and seasons permit. Come visit their friendly staff and enjoy the fun atmosphere and decor that only BackYard Grill & Bar can bring you.

Located inside the Radisson Hotel & Conference Center 625 W. Rolling Meadows Drive 920-924-9112

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Experience the best of casual dining at Benvenuto’s Italian Bar & Grill. Tantalize your taste buds with comforting Italian favorites, such as manicotti, chicken parmigiana, signature calzones, and handtossed pizzas. The restaurant makes all of its sauces and soups from scratch daily. The bar has nightly specials and happy hour. Casual dining is available in the lounge or restaurant. Room service is also available. Their location offers easy on and off access to I-41 when traveling from Madison, Milwaukee, Manitowoc, or Green Bay. Dine in, delivery, catering, or carryout is available.

BOB’S ON THE AVENUE

689 Fond du Lac Avenue 920-204-0091

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Bob’s On The Avenue is carrying on the tradition of serving famous Bob’s Pizza started in 1969. Their newest location will feature their legendary stone oven pizzas in a full-service restaurant with a full bar, outdoor patio, and a game room. Join them for lunch or dinner as they have an array of amazing sandwiches; pastas; salads; and, of course, pizza!

BRICK HOUSE

161 S. Main Street 920-933-5230

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A historic building has been brought to life again in the heart of Downtown Fond du Lac. Come discover the Brick House for classic dishes with a trendy twist, unique cocktails, and a place for new memories to be made. They have 75 craft brews to choose from with a vast selection of scotch. Stylish interior. Great food. Hip atmosphere. Game room upstairs. What more could you ask for?

CONFECTIONS FOR ANY OCCASION BY JOEL

101 N. Milwaukee Street, Theresa 920-488-9269

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Confections For Any Occasion by Joel is an old-fashioned downtown candy store featuring gourmet and novelty chocolates, nostalgic candies, Cedar Crest ice cream, Wisconsin wines, and other gourmet foods. They offer a casual dining experience and menu including burgers, pizza, and Friday Fish Fry. Confections For Any Occasion by Joel also offers the finest decadent chocolates; beer; cheese; sausage; popcorns; Sprecher soda; and many other unique, hard-to-find candies. Their collection of chocolates includes gourmet truffles, toffee, caramels, and much more. With their wide selection of chocolate and confections, you will be sure to find a perfect gift for your very special someone.

175 S. Main Street 920-921-9660

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Start your morning with a delicious breakfast from Connie’s Diner. Along with great-tasting food that’s freshly made, you’ll enjoy the welcoming atmosphere. Connie’s Diner is the place to go for Fond du Lac’s breakfast favorites. Whether you’re craving buttery biscuits served with creamy gravy or crispy corned beef hash, you’ll find it on their menu. The menu at Connie’s Diner offers you a wide selection of tasty sandwiches and delectable dinners. You’ll taste the difference with the fresh ingredients they use. Get a taste of history by dining in a building that has been around since the late 19th century. You’ll feel right at home whenever you walk through the door of Connie’s Diner. The owner of Connie’s Diner is proud to say she knows 90% of the people who come in!

CRAVE

128 E. Main Street, Campbellsport 920-533-FOOD (3663)

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To put it simply, Crave is a trendy eating and drinking establishment that provides good food, good drinks, and good company in a casual setting. Straddling the line between bar and restaurant, Crave offers a combination of quality, comfort, and value. Not only will Crave have an extensive selection of micro-brews, they also serve delicious food made with local ingredients when possible. Stop in and explore the intersection of fun food and great drinks!

DOWNTOWN DELI, MARKET, CAFE

90 S. Main Street 920-933-2282

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Downtown Deli, Market, Cafe would like to take care of all your catering needs from smaller office groups to large venues. They offer a wide variety of options along with special requests. Come for breakfast, lunch, and all of your deli needs. Offering Boar’s Head meat and cheese freshly sliced (can be purchased by the pound). You can also get specialty sauces, pastas, soups, salads, madeto-order sandwiches, desserts, snacks, and so much more. Join us at Downtown Deli, Market, Cafe, where they take care of your appetite! They also have wine and beer!

FOX HOLE BAR & GRILL

500 Fond du Lac Avenue 920-921-8106

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The Fox Hole Bar & Grill is open to the public with a great neighborhood atmosphere! Offering great burgers, appetizers, Packers specials, and daily drink/ food specials. Come back for their famous Friday Night Fish Fry, served Labor Day through Lent. They show their patriotic spirit with replica model airplanes and vintage recruiting posters. Their banquet space is available for private parties.

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FRIAR TUCK’S

570 W. Johnson Street 920-921-4027

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Friar Tuck’s has been proudly serving customers with the finest food, fun spirits, and the best service since 1980. Friar’s is a fun monk-themed restaurant featuring delicious sandwiches, salads, appetizers, desserts, and a full bar instantly welcoming you into a warm and friendly atmosphere. The menu consists of hamburgers, cheeseburgers, wraps, steak sandwiches, crab croissants, and more along with appetizers. Friar’s also has an extensive beer list. If big taste and a big value are what you are looking for, then Friar’s is your place. Big value. Small prices. They are truly famous for their sandwiches.

GILLES FROZEN CUSTARD

819 S. Main Street 920-922-4900

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Come experience a classic drive-in with old-fashioned carhop service featuring the best frozen custard around! Along with their awesome frozen treats—sundaes, cones, sodas, and shakes—they also serve delicious sandwiches, fries, and lightly breaded cheese curds. Take home some delicious frozen custard! Their frozen custard is made on-site. You’ll love Gilles Frozen Custard—a family tradition since 1949!

JIM & LINDA’S LAKEVIEW SUPPER CLUB

W3496 County Road W, Malone 10 miles N of Fond du Lac 920-795-4116

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Featuring a beautiful view of Lake Winnebago and an elegant spot for delightful, three-course sunset dinners, Jim & Linda’s Lakeview Supper Club offers dining at its best! Their dining area overlooks Lake Winnebago, and the spectacular evening sunsets will make it an unforgettable dining experience. Stop by the restaurant to relax and enjoy your night out with family and friends and leave the rest to them! Start your night out with a tasty cocktail from their bar while choosing dinner from their extensive menu selection, ranging from delicious slow-roasted prime rib to generous cut tenderloin and porterhouse steaks, handtrimmed and cooked to your order. They also offer a wide variety of seafood, including grilled salmon, Alaskan king crab, or South African lobster tail, just to name a few. Jim & Linda’s has been celebrating over 43 years of serving the Fond du Lac community. They are about 30 feet from the shore of picturesque Lake Winnebago, so come and enjoy their outdoor patio, open during the summer with boat access. Come out and listen to talented entertainers while enjoying a cocktail and taking in the beautiful view. What better way to spend a night out than dining amongst friends and sipping that perfectly blended cocktail?

JOE’S FOX HUT

41 N. Main Street 920-921-9700

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When you are at Joe’s Fox Hut, be sure to stop at the bar for a beer, cocktail, or soda, then make your way through the dining room to the kitchen to place your order, and they will bring it out to you. If you feel like staying in, they will be happy to deliver it right to you. If pizza is not your thing, they offer fish, chicken strip dinners, and a variety of appetizers. Some of their most requested appetizers are the wings and combo platters, but don’t forget the homemade cheese bread, a complement to any meal. Authentic pizza and the only place that has Schlitz beer on tap. They have been proudly serving the Fond du Lac area since 1962.

JUST LOVE COFFEE CAFE

689 Fond du Lac Avenue 920-238-9596

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Just Love Coffee Cafe is Fond du Lac’s newest specialty coffee shop/restaurant serving signature coffee drinks, lattes, and beverages. Their menu is filled with unique, delicious breakfast, lunch, and dinner entrees, featuring artisan waffles, savory breakfast items, wraps and sandwiches, salads, and yummy sweet treats. Eat. Drink. Love.

W5215 County Road B 920-923-1715

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Kelley Country Creamery’s old-fashioned, premium ice cream is crafted in the Creamery on their dairy farmstead. They have created a multitude of flavors using only farm-fresh milk combined with top-quality ingredients! They offer over 20 flavors daily. Seasonal, specialty, and brand-new flavors are added frequently, so call or stop by to see what’s new and try their award-winning ice cream today! Kelley Country Creamery is a special place with a viewing window in the ice cream parlor so visitors can watch the ice cream being made while enjoying their favorite flavors at the same time. And the Creamery’s old-fashioned sun porch is a perfect spot to experience Wisconsin’s countryside while viewing a working dairy farm from the hillside that overlooks the Kelley’s farm. Good Morning America dubbed them as “Best Ice Cream in America!” in 2013! Simply put—the “Best Ice Cream in the Middle of Nowhere!”

W2994 County Road HH, Malone Just minutes N from Fond du Lac off Highway 151 920-670-0051

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LaClare Family Creamery was founded in 1978 with a foundation rooted in artistry, family values, and hard work. This is where you will taste something out of the ordinary with a line of award-winning goat cheese in a variety of flavors. Stop in their shoppe and sample a selection of these cheeses from LaClare Family Creamery and Saxon Creamery. Enjoy a freshly made grilled sandwich, salad, or cup of soup while exploring the visitors center or watching their cheesemakers craft their award-winning cheeses. Explore their newly expanded outdoor area (open May-Oct) and hang out with some of the goats. This area is complete with a 26 ft high goat silo, a whole new way to enjoy the goats. Along with their cheeses, the retail shoppe also features goat milk caramels and goat milk soaps and lotions. They also offer ice cream, wine, a variety of Wisconsin specialty foods, and gift items. Cheese sampling is offered every day! Don’t forget to take a selfie with the goats! Spring Garden Center is open Apr-June. Open MonSat 9am-5pm and Sun 10am-3pm.

818 S. Main Street 920-926-9899

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Mancino’s Pizza & Grinders serves meticulously crafted pizza, pasta, and sandwiches. Since 1996, they’ve proudly served a delicious selection of pizza, subs, pasta, nachos, wings, and salads. They use only the freshest, high-quality ingredients in all of their dishes. Most sandwich shops simply toast their bread. At Mancino’s Pizza & Grinders, they oven bake each and every sandwich to crispy perfection. You’ll discover an option for anyone in the family with their made-from-scratch sandwiches and grinders. They bake their bread fresh daily and offer you the choice of white, wheat, Italian herb, or jalapeno and cheddar bread. They also offer take-and-bake pizzas for your convenience.

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106 S. Military Road, Stockbridge Suite A 920-439-1096

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Mud Creek Coffee is that small town coffee shop with a full breakfast and lunch menu you just can’t get enough of. They offer quality coffee and fresh nutritious food in a relaxing stylish environment. They have also added a retail section offering wine, chocolates, natural soaps and lotions, coffee beans, unique cards, and local art.

ONE MAIN CAFE

1 N. Main Street Located inside Hotel Retlaw 920-204-0400

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A casual and inviting setting serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a variety of delicious breakfast sandwiches; bakery items; coffee, espresso, and signature drinks; paninis; and local charcuterie and cheese boards.

PADDY’S PIZZA

302 W. Main Street 920-477-2077

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Since 1999, the cozy garden of Eden has held Paddy’s Pizza as one of their best-kept secrets. Paddy’s Pizza specializes in the best-tasting pizza in the area along with a wide selection of sandwiches, pasta, appetizers, salads, and Friday Fish Fry. Enjoy a casual dining experience with great quality food and excellent customer service! Stop in and ask about their Pizza of the Week or try their delicious specialty pizzas. Full bar available with over 60 Irish whiskeys and daily Happy Hour.

PIZZA RANCH – FOND DU LAC

1235 W. Johnson Street 920-929-8800

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Pizza Ranch is a family-friendly buffet restaurant that features a salad bar, pizza, crispy chicken, and the fixin’s plus dessert. With their Buffet Your Way, they can make any pizza you’d like and give you the first slice. Want our cravable food at home? Pizza Ranch provides delivery and carryout service. Stop by on Tuesdays for Kids Nite, where kids eat free per paying adult, and a senior discount every day!

RED CABIN AT GREEN ACRES BAR & SUPPER CLUB

W2701 Fourth Street Road 920-906-9110

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Red Cabin at Green Acres Bar & Supper Club (RCGA) is a “destination worth the drive.” RCGA is best described as Country Comforts with Big City Tastes™. Enjoy the beautiful surroundings featuring a pond and a walking path. Award-winning flavors; the best ingredients; and butcher-fresh steaks, chops, and schmashed burgers. They are known to have the “Best Bread Pudding” in Wisconsin! Take a short drive into the country to enjoy friends and family around food and flavors.

SALTY’S SEAFOOD & SPIRITS

503 N. Park Avenue 920-922-9940

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Fond du Lac’s premier, award-winning seafood restaurant features a delicious and extensive seafood menu. They offer outrageously yummy seafood daily, an awesome salad bar, Tiki Bar Happy Hour, Victoria’s famous specials, and a fun Key West atmosphere. To find fresher seafood, you’ll have to get your feet wet! Come right on in and enjoy yourself; they look forward to serving you soon!

SCHMITTY’S OAR HOUSE BAR & GRILL

N7044 Winnebago Drive 920-907-4380

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Schmitty’s Oar House Bar & Grill is a real neighborhood bar and grill! They provide a neighborly atmosphere for bar and restaurant patrons on the beautiful shores of Lake Winnebago. They are known for their homemade pizzas, delicious sandwiches, and Friday Fish Fry, nightly specials, and with 140 craft beers, how could you go wrong? Visit today for a fantastic meal with your friends and family. They also have a party room that you can reserve for all of your special events.

SEBASTIAN’S STEAK HOUSE

770 S. Main Street 920-922-3333

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Sebastian’s Steak House offers hand-cut steaks that are from the finest U.S.D.A. Choice Midwestern beef. Other menu offerings include prime rib, baby back pork ribs, grilled chicken, shrimp, fish, sandwiches, soups, and salads. Casual elegance, firstclass food, wonderful service, and a cozy atmosphere await you. Enjoy a drink, dinner, or appetizer by their famous fireplace in Sebastian’s cocktail lounge. A Rare Steak House Very Well Done.

SOLID GROUNDS COFFEE SHOPPE

221 N. Peters Avenue 920-921-5102

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Solid Grounds Coffee Shoppe is a great atmosphere for getting a little work done while sipping on a delicious latte. Solid Grounds Coffee Shoppe, located inside ReachOut Books, features both Black Rifle Coffee and Milwaukee’s own Colectivo Coffee. They have bakery items; soups; and delicious drinks, including traditional espresso drinks, lattes, cappuccinos, frappes, Italian sodas, and fruit smoothies. Enjoy a coffee on the patio and check out the beautiful wall, hand painted by one of their own very talented baristas from many years ago! Visit ReachOut Books and Solid

STONE OAK COFFEE HAUS

347 Winnebago Drive 920-933-5033

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Stone Oak Coffee Haus stands for slowing down and reconnecting and that is exactly what happens when you visit this quaint, cozy coffee shop. They offer truly great coffee as both of their coffee selections are farm-to-table friendly as well as organic. Stop in and relax with a cappuccino, iced coffee, latte, cortado, and more along with delicious baked goods. Come to their Haus and enjoy a hug in a mug. After all: Life Happens, Coffee Helps!

SULLY’S IRISH PUB

384 S. Main Street 920-933-2801

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Sully’s Irish Pub is a local favorite for their friendly bartenders and famous Sully’s Burgers! As a standing tradition, corned beef and cabbage is served on the 17th of every month. Enjoy a cold beer and an eclectic menu in a bar where everyone is welcome!

SUNSET ON THE WATER GRILL & BAR

N7364 Winnebago Drive 920-922-4540

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Come dine with Sunset on the Water Grill & Bar on the shores of picturesque Lake Winnebago. Scenic lake views never fail to impress from their tranquil dining room as well as their spacious, yet intimate lounge. They invite you to enjoy their full menu, featuring their house specialty, prime rib, served Thurs-Sun. In addition to their great weekly specials, they specialize in steaks, sandwiches, seafood, pasta, and pizza! They also have a beautiful bar, Friday Night Fish Fry, an outdoor patio with a tiki bar, and an amazing Sunday brunch buffet. They are located on the southeast shore, where Lake Winnebago offers the best view in the city of Fond du Lac.

TABLE ONE

1 N. Main Street Located inside Hotel Retlaw 920-204-0400

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Clever and creative signature dishes curated to be unique and feature the finest of local ingredients. Simply prepared and meant to be enjoyed over great conversation in a stylish, casual, and approachable atmosphere. Local beers, a compelling wine list, and extensive craft cocktails make for a unique and exciting dining experience.

40 E. Division Street 920-238-9721

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The Cellar District, one of Fond du Lac’s newest restaurants, is the only historical church turned restaurant in the state! Taste your way through their delicious and handcrafted menu, carefully curated with your taste buds in mind. By utilizing primarily Wisconsin products, they know that you’ll find yourself on an exciting culinary journey at Cellar District, and they invite you to come back for more—which you most definitely will! The Cellar District offers a breathtaking atmosphere for any event. Whether you are planning a rehearsal dinner, holiday party, work event, or birthday dinner, this is where you want to be! With two dining rooms, multiple bars, and a customizable menu, your options are endless. Why settle for anywhere else when you can enjoy great food and an unmatched atmosphere in the heart of Downtown Fond du Lac!

THE PRESS BOX

251 Forest Avenue 920-921-9677

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Welcome to sports fan heaven! The Press Box offers volleyball, dart, and pool leagues nightly. Don’t miss a second of your team’s action on any of Press Box’s 20+HDTVs. A state-of-the-art wiffle ball field as well as an outdoor tiki bar with a fireplace and six indoor/outdoor volleyball courts with heated sand make for a great day of fun! Along with the best sports coverage in town, Press Box truly steps up to the plate with a full lineup of appetizers, sandwiches, and pizza. A great place for any kind of party!

THE SWEET & SALTY PIG

99 W. Pioneer Road 920-907-9117

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It doesn’t get much more creative or delicious than the unique dishes at The Sweet & Salty Pig. Visit The Sweet & Salty Pig for breakfast, lunch, or dinner and indulge in your favorite dishes made from scratch. Breakfast is served all day! Want to enjoy your meal at home? Call ahead for your carryout order and use their convenient drive-through window to pick up your meal. Catering services are also available. Fond du Lac’s choice destination for brunch, dinner, and cocktails. They offer comfort foods, many vegetarian and gluten-free options, scratch-made bakery goods, and a full bar. Your home for all things bacon, brunch, and basically anything that tastes amazing.

THE TIPSY PIG

751 Wisconsin Avenue, North Fond du Lac 920-907-9046

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North Fond du Lac’s newest place to gather! A sister to Fond du Lac’s The Sweet & Salty Pig, The Tipsy Pig offers a full bar, appetizers, sandwiches, and Friday Fish Fry. Newly remodeled with eight beers on tap, gambling machines, a pool table, darts, foosball, pull-tabs, and five large TVs to watch the big game. Come visit The Tipsy Pig, and they will be ready to serve you up a cold one with a smile!

THEO’S 24

24 N. Main Street 920-907-9192

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Welcome and join Theo’s 24 for an inspiring dining experience. With a focus on American, French, and Mediterranean cuisine, they combine the time-honored traditional classics you know and love with a tip of the hat to more modern fusions of tastes for entirely new and delicious creations for you to discover. They offer full entrees as well as specialty appetizers, salads, and sandwiches for lighter dining. Featuring only Angus beef along with the freshest seafood, poultry, veal, and lamb, they have a menu that is a very dynamic one and it changes daily. At Theo’s 24, you’ll find the largest wine selection, 16 custom craft beers, upscale cocktails, and the top upscale bartenders in the Fond du Lac area. Expect the unexpected as new taste sensations and surprises constantly await your appetite and delight your senses.

THREE ACES NORTH

111 N. Main Street 920-926-3634

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You can feel lucky any day of the week at Three Aces North, where the cocktails are creative and the food always hits the spot! Watch your favorite sporting events on their large TVs, chat it up with their friendly bartenders, and enjoy a tasty burger!

TJ’S HARBOR RESTAURANT

7098 S. Highway 45, Oshkosh 920-688-9047

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On the southwest shore of Lake Winnebago, TJ’s Harbor Restaurant offers year-round access with beautiful views and a rotisserieinspired menu, house-made pastas and bread, and great craft beers and wine. Enjoy the views of Lake Winnebago from their second-floor dining loft. Whether you desire a homemade margarita or a special glass of wine, TJ’s is your destination. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Breakfast on Sundays.

TOP SHELF SPORTS BAR & GRILLE

90 S. Main Street 920-933-2282

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Welcome to one of the best hangouts in Downtown Fond du Lac. Top Shelf Sports Bar & Grille is a beautifully designed place that has two indoor bars, an outdoor bar/ patio, and a private banquet room that can accommodate small to large groups. Top Shelf offers hors d’oeuvres, pizza, fish fry, and plated meals with customizable menu options. A great place to meet up with friends for live entertainment, trivia, comedy, karaoke, darts, pool, and a whole lot of fun. Book your private party today!

URBAN FUEL

N7645 N. Peebles Lane Suite #3 920-933-5590

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Fuel up with one of Urban Fuel Coffee Station’s specialty coffees, cocktails, or glasses of wine in their cozy, stylish atmosphere. They serve healthy choices for a delicious breakfast or lunch with ingredients that are always fresh and all-natural. Their nitrate- and hormone-free meats are baked or steamed, and their dressings and quiche are handmade in house. YUM! Available for private parties.

VINES & RUSHES WINERY

410 County Road E, Ripon 920-748-3296

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Vines & Rushes Winery is a winery located on the Prellwitz family farm in Ripon focusing on using Wisconsin-grown, coldhardy grape varieties capable of surviving Wisconsin’s winters. Visitors experience a relaxing rural setting while enjoying a wine tasting or glass of wine. You can also choose from a selection of local craft beers and, on select days, wood-fired brick-oven pizzas. They believe in connecting with family and friends over food and drink and look forward to sharing a slice of Wisconsin with you! Visit their website for all the details.

WENDT’S ON THE LAKE

N9699 Lakeshore Drive, Van Dyne 920-688-5231

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For over five decades the Wendt family has proudly owned, operated, and served award-winning lake perch at Wendt’s on the Lake. Wendt’s is the go-to Friday Night Fish Fry destination, but if the Friday night crowd isn’t for you, join them any other day because their perch is served daily. Their menu continues to grow and take out is always available. Wendt’s is also famous for their batter-fried lobster, country-style BBQ ribs, prime rib, and much more. They offer casual dining and a full-service bar, as well as outdoor seating in the summer to accommodate visitors seeking a traditional taste of Wisconsin. Winter also brings many new visitors to the restaurant when Wendt’s becomes the hub for sturgeon spearing for the entire nation. Of course, their food tastes best with a view of beautiful Lake Winnebago.