“You’re not gonna find a better pizza in Northeast Wisconsin than Dudek’s Hot Stone Pub, in fact their pizza ranks near the top of all the pizza I’ve ever had.”
“Great vibes and great food!! Worth the drive from out of town!! Delicious food, fun specials, very friendly staff in a cozy atmosphere and while you wait for your food, you can peruse around their little ‘shop’ area. I wish I could leave more than 5 stars!”
“A giant sign on the road screams simply. "EAT" You have to look hard to see the restaurant name, shared by the small roadside motel next door. Sky Harbor. "E A T" We had driven by that sign and poked fun at it several times, prior to finally giving it a try. Hadn't heard a thing about it or read any reviews before walking in to the smallish diner. Only a few tables open on a late Saturday morning. A good sign. Small town 'homestyle' diners tend to fall into two groups. The first and sadly most common is the version where the Sysco truck drops off premade everything...from the soups to the cold salads. A grumpy cook then assembles your too thin bacon and some fried eggs, or a deep fried chicken patty, into your meal. It's often transactional, uninspired and qualifies as 'dining out' in only the most literal sense of the word. Then, occasionally, you find the rare exception. Like this place. My first clue was a woman, dining alone, that we passed by as we were seated. She was enjoying a fried chicken dinner with mashed potatoes that looked like the cover page of a fabulous fifties cookbook. Honestly, I read the menu with interest, but there was almost no chance that I wasn't going to order THAT. The menu is ambitious for a small kitchen, but after hearing the specials and reviewing the breakfast (all day) and lunch options, I caved to my brunch envy and ordered the Chicken dinner. I was served 4 pieces of remarkable fried chicken with a light, crispy and well seasoned breading that was clearly made by an experienced cook with real heart. A cook who, before putting a plate on the pickup, always looked at it and said with gusto, "I'd eat that". My coleslaw was homemade. The thick cut bread of my Wife's sandwich was homemade. The haystack onion rings I also succumbed to were fabulous too. All around me were patrons clearing their plates and bowls with happy faces. The two waitresses were cheerful, attentive and enthusiastic and contended with a large percentage of locals at the tables. Nearby a young kid was enjoying a root beer float with his lunch, a prize he negotiated with much pre-ordering haggling with Mom. At the next table, a local was schooling his out of town visitors as to the superstar choices on the menu. "No wrong answers", he proudly boasted. It is my opinion that having a business like this provides a soul center for small towns. Everything I saw here was beautifully executed. Nothing 'over the top' on the menu. But if you are driving buy and see the giant suggestion to " E A T " I suggest you do. I know I will again soon.”
“Stopped off on a trip between Chicago & the UP for gas & lunch, was locally recommended. Bit of a hidden gem but food is excellent and staff is as friendly as they come.”
“Rene’s is a prime example of a true Wisconsin supper club. Great food at reasonable prices, an engaging wait staff and of course they serve a mean old fashioned! Make a reservation and your table will be ready for you when you walk in - even when the parking lot is full and the bar is hopping. We recently had a party of 12 here, including a couple of toddlers, for dinner out during our annual family get together. We have gone to a number of places over the years but the general reaction to Rene’s was that this should be our go-to spot for the future. The search is over!”
“Super friendly and efficient staff. It was very busy but staff kept up extremely well. Appetizer were great. The outdoor area was a great place to enjoy the beautiful weather. Highly recommend.”
“This little gem continues to amaze. Excellent food, service; clean and comfortable atmosphere, attentive staff. Even a hello from the owner. Experiences like this is how towns develop character and great reputations. Love it. ????”
“Stopped for food and drinks on Sunday. Very good service, great bartender. Had the 1/2 pound mushroom Swiss burger. It was delicious! Always love stopping here when we ride our ATVs.”
“Nicely redone bar. Good menu variety and excellent, friendly service. We had a nacho platter, it was plenty for 2 of us to share. Really good Old Fashioneds as well! Definitely check out the new look!”
“Stopped in Good Friday for lunch and a cocktail!! Bartender was very friendly and funny and spot on with our cocktails!! Bloodies were fantastic!! I had a fish sandwich which was very good and others had delicious burgers and an excellent pizza!! Really beautiful place on a beautiful lake!! We will be back!”
“Typical up north bar and diner. Old school decor. Clean and friendly. Food was good and reasonably priced. Can envision this a busy place on nights and weekends. Burger came slathered in butter. Reuben was good as well. Cheese curds were awesome and onion rings were perfect”
“We were there for an excellent music event. They need more restroom availability (extra portable pottys). Excellent hamburgers. Wanted a pizza, which were recommended, but 2 hour wait.”
“Totally Googled places to eat, loved the name and thought we'd try it out. Staff was very friendly, food was phenomenal and inexpensive. For safety's sake, the floor could use some help, but will definitely go again!”
“A bit off the beaten path and easy to miss if you're not looking for it, but well worth the drive! Nestled in the woods with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Very friendly staff, great menu options with daily specials! Highly recommend you check it out!”
“I was in Saturday night for the first time with a group of five guys that all grew up together and went to highschool together so you can imagine there was a bit of ruckus from us, all in good fun. The hospitality was excellent. Both the owner and his mother spent time with us laughing and joking on as we enjoyed amazing smoked corned beef! The sauces are stellar! I will definitely be returning!”