Celebrating Kenosha’s Dining Scene

Kenosha, a charming harbor town in southeastern Wisconsin, graces the Lake Michigan shoreline with its natural beauty and vibrant community. Its coastline is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, featuring parks, beaches, bike paths, marinas, and numerous opportunities for on-the-water and waterfront activities.

Despite being Wisconsin’s fourth-largest city, Kenosha retains the small-town charm that makes it feel like home. Whether you’re a foodie, artist, musician, college student, outdoor adventurer, or museum lover, you’ll find something to love in this delightful city.

A Personalized Experience Awaits

Kenosha is known for its locally owned, independent restaurants and shops that offer personalized and unique experiences. In the heart of Downtown Kenosha, near the lakefront, you’ll discover five museums within a one-mile radius, ready to educate, entertain, and inspire visitors.

A Food Lover’s Paradise

If exploring a destination through its culinary offerings is your thing, Kenosha won’t disappoint. The city’s dining scene is as diverse as it is delicious. From gastropubs serving craft beer and fried cheese curds to fine dining establishments offering wine flights and tapas-style small plates, there’s something for every taste and budget.

Explore diners, supper clubs, cafés, and drive-ins, or indulge in international cuisines representing Mexico, Germany, Italy, and Asia. For a truly local experience, don’t miss the year-round farmers markets, where international flavors meet fresh, local ingredients. In warmer months, you can even catch your own lunch with the Kenosha Charter Boat Association.

Kenosha Restaurant Week: A Culinary Celebration

Mark your calendar for February 22 to March 2 and join in the celebration of Kenosha Restaurant Week. This nine-day culinary adventure showcases the city’s thriving dining scene with deals and specials at over 70 restaurants, pubs, and specialty food shops throughout Kenosha County. Both multi-generational establishments and new businesses participate, highlighting the community’s rich culinary diversity.

Restaurant Week is the perfect time for a post-Valentine’s or Galentine’s getaway or simply a Foodie February celebration. A local patron sums it up best: “Kenosha is so special because we have so many non-chain establishments. We’re supporting local businesses, charities, and families in one week. Love the opportunity to make Kenosha shine.”

How It Works

Visit Kenosha organizes this annual event, inviting venues to create discounted menus or special offers for breakfast/brunch, lunch, and dinner. There’s even a sweets, treats, and spirits category! Simply visit participating restaurants during Restaurant Week and ask for the special menu – no tickets, passes, or coupons are required. Participating venues will offer both their special Restaurant Week menu and their regular menu.

Give Back While You Dine

As part of Restaurant Week, Visit Kenosha encourages diners to consider donating to local hunger-relief organizations. Under the “Dine & Give” initiative, you’ll find a list of nonprofit partners and links to donate online at VisitKenosha.com/RW.

Start Planning Your Visit

Celebrate Kenosha’s dining scene and make unforgettable memories. Visit VisitKenosha.com/RW to plan your culinary adventure, explore participating venues, and discover special offers. Don’t miss this chance to experience the best of Kenosha’s food culture while supporting local businesses and giving back to the community!