Best Restaurants in Green Bay for 2025

Green Bay's food scene is better than visitors expect. Yes, there are brats and cheese curds — and they're great — but there's also genuinely excellent dining if you know where to look. Here's our running list.

For the classic Wisconsin experience

Kroll's West is the one we send every first-timer to. Open since 1936, cash only, and famous for the butter burger and Friday fish fry. It's loud, it's busy on game days, and it's exactly what you came to Wisconsin for.

Chili John's has been serving its signature chili since 1913. It's a small, beloved institution — order it over spaghetti the way the locals do.

For a nicer dinner out

Chefusion downtown is the best upscale meal in the city — farm-to-table with a globally inspired menu and a thoughtful wine list. Reserve ahead on weekends.

Hagemeister Park sits on the Fox River with a great patio, strong cocktails, and elevated pub food. It's our pick for a relaxed dinner when the weather's nice.

For beer and a good time

Titletown Brewing Co. occupies a restored 1898 train depot and brews some of the area's best beer. The food holds its own — start with the brat appetizer and order the Railyard Ale.

For breakfast

Green Bay does a hearty breakfast. Look for a local diner near downtown — the kind of place with bottomless coffee and a Friday-special board. If you're cooking at the house, all of our kitchens are fully stocked, and there's a Pick 'n Save about a mile away for groceries.

For a sweet finish

If you're heading up to Door County, save room for Wilson's ice cream in Ephraim. In town, keep an eye out for frozen custard — it's a Wisconsin specialty and several local stands do it right.

A few tips from your hosts

• Friday is fish fry day. Nearly everywhere does one. Go early or expect a wait.
• Game day = arrive early. Restaurants near the stadium fill up hours before kickoff.
• Reservations help downtown on weekends, especially for the nicer spots.

Staying with us puts you minutes from all of these. Pick a property, and we're always happy to make a personal recommendation based on what you're in the mood for — just ask.