Oakfire
- 831 Wrigley Dr, Lake Geneva, WI 53147
- (262) 812-8007
Features: This two story restaurant specializes in wood fired pizzas. They also offer salads, sandwiches and gluten free pizza crusts in addition to the lakeviews. This place always has a buzz and the location is right across from the downtown Lake Geneva public beach. Again, due to the great location, parking and wait times can be a challenge so I don’t recommend it during peak times for families with young kids, since they don’t take reservations. For those of you who don’t have to worry about young kids, go check it out!! There is always a crowd and I love the two story design. It reminds me of a rooftop bar in Chicago.
Popeye's on Lake Geneva
- 811 Wrigley Dr, Lake Geneva, WI 53147
- (262) 248-4381
Features: Popeye’s is an institution! Open since the 70s they are known for their rotisserie based menu (free range chicken, ribs, lamb, and pulled pork) and large outdoor patio which is right across from the RIvera building and the public Riviera Beach. They do not take reservations so be prepared to wait if you come during the summer season but it is worth it!
Lake City Social
- 111 Center St., Lake Geneva, WI 53147
- (262) 248-7047
Features: Located in the heart of downtown Lake Geneva you’ll love the American style menu and fish fry they offer on Fridays. Located in the Cove hotel, the restaurant and bar is big enough that even on busy nights the wait is manageable. Insider tip: Across the street is a green space with a gazebo so even if you have a small wait take the kids outside to run around for a bit.
Flat Iron Tap
- 150 Center St #2007, Lake Geneva, WI 53147
- (262) 812-8007
Features: While the space may be small the portions are large! In addition to having over 100 beers on tap this place has a huge variety of amazing burgers with tasty shoestring potatoes and is located in downtown Lake Geneva. My family always chooses this place or Chucks when we want a burger.
The Grandview Restaurant
- N2009 S Lake Shore Dr, Lake Geneva, WI 53147
- 262-248-5690
Features: The Grandview is an upscale american restaurant with beautiful lake views located in the Geneva Inn Hotel. The floor to ceiling windows perfectly frame the lake and are only matched by the steaks and seafood. The hotel also has a first come first serve outdoor patio. This is one of my favorite places to have a romantic date night with my husband, and watch the sunset over the lake.
Tuscan Tavern & Grill
- 430 Broad St, Lake Geneva, WI 53147
- (262) 248-0888
Features: This casual Italian restaurant specializes in steaks, seafood, brick fired pizzas and Italien classics. They DO take reservations which is a plus for a downtown Lake Geneva restaurant!
Magpie's Den & Pen
- 642 W Main St, Lake Geneva, WI 53147
- 262) 249-2302
Features: Recently renovated bar with huge outdoor patio, fire pits and outdoor games. They are known for their fried pickles and Sunday Funday bottomless mimosas!
Sabai Sabai Thai & Sushi restaurant
- 306 Center St, Lake Geneva, WI 53147
- 630) 840-8258
Features: If you are looking for sushi or Thai food while in downtown Lake Geneva this cozy place in will hit the spot! Located in a home which was converted to a restaurant, in addition to sushi they also offer Thai dishes like Tom Yum soup, several noodle dishes and one heck of a Thai coffee! The staff has always been so attentive whenever I have gone we keep coming back! The is also one of the few places downtown Lake Geneva that TAKES RESERVATIONS which I highly recommend!
Speedo's Harborside Cafe & Bar
- 100 Broad Street, Lake Geneva Wi
- 630) 840-8258
Features: Open 8am-8pm Speedo’s has been serving up lakeviews since 1961. This restaurant is located across from the Riviera building and has a cute outdoor patio that is always busy. They are known for their hickory smoked burgers, hand made omelettes, Chicago style sandwiches and an award winning Wisconsin brat.
The Gateway Restaurant
- W4190 West End Rd, Lake Geneva, WI 53147
- (262) 275-3222
Features: The Gateway is newly renovated and located in the historic French Country Inn Hotel (which overlooks Lake Como, the smaller 2nd lake in Lake Geneva Wi). A short 10 minute drive from downtown Lake Geneva, during Prohibition, The Getaway was used as a speakeasy. Legend has it that was a prime destination for the likes of Al Capone, Bugs Moran and other disreputable players from Chicago. The basement was a secret spot where one could gather and find a drink. Now, you can stop by the fulling stocked bar and enjoy your favorite drink or cocktail. They serve breakfast, lunch and dinner and have live music on Monday nights.
Their fish fry is served with choice of lightly breaded, fried or baked cod. It comes with a choice of soup or salad, choice of potato, risotto, or vegetable of the day.
