46 Best American Restaurants near Okauchee Lake

“This place is always amazing, everything is delicious. Great service, even better food. Food comes out fast too. Their homemade desserts are ? we come here about once a weekPersonal faves:Greek bfast burritoEggs BenedictBlueberry lemon breadChicken Alfredo pasta on Thursdays ?Fish fry is bomb“

“Gem in Lake Country. This is a review of the casual menu. Tuesday-Thursday they have a Happy Hour special from 4:30-6:00, half off all drinks, including the big steins of beer. Live music in the lounge Dec-Mar and then the patio starting in May. We enjoyed a very tasty and juicy orange roughy sandwich and a chicken pesto wrap. Both were delicious and more than we could eat.“

“This evening my boyfriend and I were meandering in downtown Oconomowoc and decided to stop in Wine Maniacs for dinner. Let me tell you it was the best decision we had made all day! Our server was James who was informative and friendly! He started us off with a few sweeter wines that we showed interest in. He hit the nail on the head, we loved the Moscato he recommended. We skipped appetizers and went right to the main course. My boyfriend had the lamb lollypop and I had the House Pasta which included my favorite food pesto! The entree was delicious, my boyfriend left nothing behind. James also brought wine for our dinner to pair with our food. It was so nice the tester wine we were offered before committing to a whole glass. I appreciate how informative and friendly James was! James told us a little bit about himself like how he worked in the corporate work place before working full time at this restaurant. He truly has a passion for wine and is doing a great job! James deserves a raise! I would recommend this place to anyone looking for some delicious food and wine. I appreciated the informative servers and them being able to seat us right away without a reservation. 10/10“

“We stopped at Woody's for the first time last night and were very impressed. My husband loved the cod dinner and rated it as one of his favorites. I had the sandwich of the week....a delicious chicken jalapeño popper sandwich. It was 10/10 for us! Our server, Marienna, was very attentive. We will definitely be visiting again when in the area!“

“We had four adults and two children in our group. Both kids have food allergies, but one of them has complicated allergies. No eggs, dairy, nuts, pork, turkey etc etc. Our waitresses name was Kristina and she was unbelievable. She kept going back to the kitchen to question the chef about food ingredients and preparation without making it seem like an inconvenience. Her overall attentiveness to customer service was impressive. We did have a little hiccup in preparation of one of the orders but it was remedied quickly and satisfactorily. The food was delicious and well worth the price. Nicely varied menu selection. This was our first visit but won't be our last. Only downfall was knowing the place was located there without being told. We drive by a couple of times a week and never even knew it was there! Glad we do know now!! The Amber Breaded Cod and Seafood Platter were both spectacular along with all the other food we ordered.Kid-friendliness: We felt it was definitely kid friendly. We took a 7 and 12 year old with us!“

“Their sandwiches are absolutely phenomenal. Each one is packed generously and the flavor combinations are perfect. I've visited this restaurant close to 10 times over the past year, and each time the food tastes as good as the last. From my experience, they never serve a dud sandwich.“

“We had Chicken Bacon Ranch pizza and Barbecue Chicken pizza and loved them both! The eating area is a basic multifunction room that they rearrange for baseball darts also. There is a big game room in back and also a bar area in front. Friendly people and Excellent service!“

“I can absolutely recommend the Hilton Garden Inn Bar and Grill at Pabst Farm in Oconomowoc, WI! The food is awesome, and I would say that the burger is the best in town. The wings are fantastic, and on Mondays they are 40 cents a piece! The dry rubs and wet sauces are all specially prepared and are very good!The rest of the menu, along with the weekly specials, are all great value and prepared with fresh ingredients and care by the Garden Inn chefs, Tammy and Will.Service at the bar is great. Emily, Lisa, Heather and Dan are all accomplished bar tenders, very personable and provide great service.There is no better spot to land for a great meal and great service in Oconomowoc - please stop by and enjoy an evening at the Garden Inn Bar and Grill!“

“Stopped for dinner, really good food, buy one get one appetizer with purchase of 2 drinks was a great deal and the rest of the food was a great price as well. Will definitely stop again, want to try the breakfast I've seen so many good reviews for!“

“I had lunch here with a group of friends yesterday. We had a variety of soups, wraps, sandwiches, beer and wine. Everything was delicious. Even better than the food, was the great service. All staff we interacted with were friendly and attentive. Corynn, our main server, deserves a shout out for providing excellent service. Thanks to Revere’s for a great meal experience!“

“My wife and I recently visited Oconomowoc, we found Maxim's restaurant which was the old train depot for the town, the service, and food was delicious and presented well, lots of healthy choices, Maxim's is our official daily eaterie!!! Prices were very fair!!“

“I REALLY want to love this place, but the slow service is tough to overlook. Food is amazing. Beer selection is amazing. Atmosphere is amazing. but it always feels like there isn't enough staff. We wait and wait and wait for drinks and our bill; just really makes it hard to be the #1 go-to place. Fix that, and this place is perfection.“

“Amazing tasting and beautifully plated! Only thing suck was served medium and I prefer medium rare. Our server Megume was knowledgeable and thoughtful. Put in dessert order early so we could make our show. I definitely recommend. Japanese milk bread and jerk chicken to die for!“

“First time trying the fish fry and we were very surprised. It's iconic vintage atmosphere all the way, like stepping into the 1960's. All the regulars, everyone says hi, it's charming. We got the two piece and three piece fried cod, carried it out, $30. The servings were large, perfectly cooked with a very light, flaky, crispy coating, with fries, rye bread, creamy coleslaw, and tartar sauce. Will definitely go again.We try to stop and support as many American Legions as we can as we travel. We're members of American Legion Paradise Post 79, New Port Richey, FL.“

“We are never disappointed! From entering, would definitely recommend a reservation!, the service and the food...delicious beyond what you will get anywhere! So impressed. The choices vary vastly so read the menu's carefully as we all have preferences. The attention to detail at Belfre; so solid! Enjoy.“

“This place is awesome! If you're in the mood for a burger and some curds this is the place on the lake. The Owner "Hollywood" is the first single female proprietor on the lake. And is absolutely hilarious, super fun environment.“

“Stopped for lunch this weekend with my father who's currently at Shorehaven for rehab. Quick, friendly service, good food and fair prices. Lady at the counter, Kelly, was super friendly and helpful. What a great part of the Shorehaven campus to have patients/residents/guests to have an option for a change of scenery and the opportunity to dine together.“

“This is a step up from your typical bar and grill. Menu has a bit of an old school supper club feel to it. Staff seem experienced and well-trained. Everyone was working hard. Cozy feel to the bar seating area, but the ambiance in the separate dining room is a bit lacking. Thankfully, it offers extra seating space on a busy weekend night. I'm somewhere between 3-4 stars. Overall, pretty decent casual dining.“

“My partner and I went for fishy fry at Bryant's as part of our quest to try out different fish fry's in the area. We got fried cod with potato pancakes. The tartar sauce was very flavorful and complemented the fish well. Additionally, the potato pancakes and cole slaw were also very good. The cole slaw had pineapple incorporated in it, which really elevated the flavor and (as someone who doesn't normally get fish fry for the slaw) was a very welcome change from the regular fish fry ensemble.We will definitely be coming back. We did speak to the owner while he checked on our table, who said that the fish fry will be served all year round. We think that's a good thing as it is our new favorite fish fry!“

“First time customers, the wait staff was very attentive and very friendly, the food was average. Came for breakfast. It was very not busy and we were served in less then 10 mins of arriving. Very fast service, very friendly, reasonably priced.“

“Delicious fish fry! I particularly loved the German potato salad. The portions were very hearty and I had absolutely no complaints. I got the perch and I only had room for one. I definitely recommend Ron's if you want a great fish fry! ?“

“Food is amazing. Had the salmon chowder that was so delicious I wanted to hump it. Foodgasm. Wine list is fantastic. Staff is wonderful and attentive. Everything on the menu is so great- you can't make a bad choice. The chicken and waffles for brunch is a must try. Pearl sugar in the waffles makes this unlike any basic B waffles you've ever had in your life. The Sobies burger-- best cheeseburger I've ever had. If you are in oconomowoc- this is the place to eat.“

“Very busy when I got in for lunch. They were able to make the food fresh and fast and I received the best customer service. Not to mention the place was clean for how busy it was. Not to mention the burger was the best bacon burger Ive ever had. I would recommend this place over and over!“

“First time at the Hartbrook Cafe in a few years, after I left I told myself I won't wait as long between visits! The portions are generous and the staff was very friendly - I ordered a thick piece of French Toast and a side of sausage links, it was fantastic :)“

“My first encounter with Panga Bar was to attend the Panga Polar Plunge on January 1st, 2024, on the rocky shoreline of Upper Nemahbin Lake. Jumping in groups of ten at 12:30pm. The event was so much fun here at Panga. It's somewhat organized from inside the bar area. You could make a donation to American Heart Society, or not. I only had a Bloody Mary drink here after the plunge. Delish! I like spicy, and needed a little something to eat after the 36 degree temp water. In my opinion, the service was fantastic considering how many (100+) people were there to eat and drink. This place was packed inside and outside. I was able to maneuver my way to the bar (thanks to many nice patrons who let me through the crowd), and order some drinks. The bartender was super sweet, quick to get my order to me, and made sure I had all I needed. There were 4 bartenders that I saw behind the bar at this event, all busy busy bees. This bar is on the lake, down off the frontage road, with many local lake customers. Its rustic. Don't expect anything fancy here. The locals are happy, and they welcome visitors. I'm going to find a night to visit this bar again, check what else they have to offer patrons, and I'll talk to more bartenders. I'm so glad my friend introduced this area bar to me, I will surely be back to check out the food, more drinks, and friendly chatter !! Meet me there ?!“

“Stopped in town to visit a old friend..got hungry so decided to check this place out..good service.. bartender was friendly..drinks were perfect..and the woman who brought found out to us (Jolene) was super friendly and very helpful..I definitely recommend stopping in!“

“Rachel was our waitress and she was awesome! Me and 12 others are part of the 12 beers of Christmas. Every new Barrell that is tapped I get a text and we meet, drink beer, eat and socialize. Fun stuff! I ate the endters supreme pizza and it was awesome!“

“Food was great, our waitress was absolutely fun and fantastic, the atmosphere friendly and welcoming. I usually am petty wary of places with a huge varied menu, but Amalia's surprised me with the delicious meal. It's a bit far otherwise I would be back more often.And just remember, if you have any questions or doubt, Maya knows best!“

“This was a really great dining experience. The service was outstanding, good atmosphere, great drinks, and the food was very good with generous portion sizes. The reason for 4 stars was that the desert was a miss for me. I would absolutely eat here again.“

“The bakery is incredible (especially the cinnamon rolls) and their unique coffees are excellent with new flavors weekly to try.They have been afflicted by staffing issues as many small businesses have which has affected service a couple times, but the product and owner have sunk their heart into the product and it shows.It’s awesome.“

“The service is excellent the food is always the best in Oconomowoc. The staff is lead by the best general manager in town,Emily she makes sure that everything is perfect. No place I'd rather eat they have tons of meatless options which is great!!“

“The bartender, Megan handled the entire house by herself including several tables and she remained friendly and on top of her game the whole time. The food was really good and the people we interacted with were fun. I will go back again soon.“

“The staff is so friendly and the food has been hot & fresh on our last few visits! Today during our visit, a few staff waved at my daughter when we entered and one of the managers even gave a stuffed Scoopie to one of his employees to give to my toddler! It made her day. I noticed they knew a lot of regulars by name which I thought was cool. I’ve been very impressed the last few times we’ve gone as the food is hot & fresh and the staff is always friendly and makes conversation.“

“Had a hectic day having to race pick up the kids, get home and realized that it was late and we wouldn’t have food done in time to feed the toddlers so we went to culvers and ordered take out. Attached is our receipt, the bacon burger had no bacon on it the deluxe had only 1 patty on it (forgot to take a picture. We didn’t want to drive back because we were hungry. We go to this Culvers a lot because we live basically across the street. Usually your attention to detail is amazing but today… t failed :( You didn’t lose a customer… just wanted to give this feedback to remind staff to pay attention to details.“

“I stop in after work for half price apps and happy hours drinks. All of them are delicious at a great price. But what really brings me back is your bartender Robin. She ALWAYS goes above and beyond with her excellent service. She knows what I need before I can even ask. Robin is a “

“The Chili's Grill & Bar in Oconomowoc is an excellent location. They have excellent and friendly service from start to finish. The food is top-notch, especially the chips/salsa and skillet cookie. The restaurant/atmosphere is clean and located in a nice area. I would absolutely recommend this Chili's location!“

“First time at Zesti, for my birthday and we will be back as a regular in the rotation for sure. The menu is diverse and nicely different than other restaurants. A great choice of pastas, salads, beef, pork, chicken, seafood, pizza and deserts. Full choice of beverages with a great wine list and a surprisingly inexpensive evening! Also, Brandon was our server and did a great job explaining dishes and taking care of us in a very casual, friendly way. Thanks Chef Feker and crew!“

“Easy location to find with plenty of parking. It's the oldest restaurant in Wisconsin from 1848. The entrance is a little tight but they are handicapped accessible. Our waiter was a personable middle aged man with a warm smile and a raspy voice named Ryan, who I highly recommend . Erin is the assistant general manager who was pleasant to work with for a future event that I am planning. We were able to try new foods and a delicious pickled vegetables with two different breads for snacking. The escargot was exceptional with the puff pastry instead of mushroom caps which I'm allergic too. I ordered the scallops, my wife got the filet and my mother in law ordered the New York Strip and both steaks were cooked to the correct temperature. We were celebrating my wife's birthday and retirement so the restaurant comped her a free lemon cream brûlée which sounded so good I had to have my own. My mother in law had the Grasshopper Torte. I am looking forward to our next visit because I tried something that I had never eaten or heard of, which was sunchoke and it was superb, mixed the other ingredients in the brown butter scallops. YES I will order it again.“

“Donna was our server & could not have been more attentive, our group of 4 ordered all different dishes & fantastic, each year we select a new place to go for our high school friends Christmas get together, we all agreed we don’t need to select another place next yearParking: Easy in and out“

“I absolutely love Waterstreet for two reasons. First, it has become a weekly 'stop' for myself and a number of our managers to have a quick unwind session. Second, the consistently awesome service allows me to bring clients in groups of any size and know they will be treated perfectly!A couple of recommendations . . try the Taco's and mix and match the types, they are awesome. Second, if you are beyond hungry, try the Wisconsin Hot Chicken Sandwich . . but plan on a carry out bag!Overall, I cannot recommend this establishment more, the food, staff, and atmosphere make it a must stop.“

“We've ordered take-out from here more times than I can count, and the food was always great. We decided to go out on a Friday night and eat there with a friend. The food was even better in person! Dare I say, even better than if I were at a restaurant. It was a Friday night, so the bar was pretty busy. The guy that took our order was also running the bar. And I have to say, for someone who was running around all night doing 12 tasks at the same time, he was so awesome! Always had a smile on his face and never forgot we were there. This definitely isn't a family-style atmosphere, it's a bar/restaurant. With that said, our 9 month old didn't mind, nor did we. It was a very welcoming atmosphere. There was even another toddler there too! I was iffy on eating here since I heard stories of the old Hideaway, but things have definitely changed for the better and we will 100% continue going here. Don't tell our friends at Foolery's, but I think the food here is better. Hideaway is probably our favorite place for food in Okauchee.“

“We were ar Ella's 2 weeks ago and had a table for 8. We had little kids to seniors. Fish fry was good, great chicken sandwich and drinks. Kids liked their choices. Love their salads great dressing. Server Ayden was prompt and he checked back several times. Will go back soon!“

“Great food, great service and was made fresh right there on the grill in front of us. Great place to stop off at, grab some burgers and fries, then jump back on the road. Safe location right across the street from the Oconomowoc Police Dept.Parking: Not many spots to park, but not a lot of people here either.Wheelchair accessibility: Front doors are on the same level as the sidewalk.“

“The location of this restaurant is across from Silver lake, so there is a nice view of the lake, sitting outside in the summer is nice, last time I was there I had the loaded nacho plate and I have yet to have anything match how good they were.I would definitely go back!“

“Finally tried this place on a rainy Thursday afternoon during a Badgers Big 10 tournament basketball game. Newly updated but still maintained the perfect dive bar atmosphere. The bathrooms were super clean. It looked clean and organized behind the bar. Food ingredients looked and tasted fresh. Hubby had the philly because he can't say no to cheese sauce, and I had the newer to the menu southwest wrap with crispy chicken which was HUGE and delicious. Homemade chips were super thin and crispy and not burnt tasting like some can often be. Tracy behind the bar gave us great service. We will be back!“

“This place has the best wings in town! They're so delicious and I can't believe how cheap they are! The food comes out so insanely fast. Even when the place is packed, I haven't had to wait long. Employees are very kind and hard working and make it a great experience.“