Restaurants in Manitowoc
Best Restaurants
Brewery • $$
Bubble Tea • $
“I have not found anything on the menu that I won't eat, but keep coming back for the pho!”
Sushi • $
“As someone who lived in S. Korea for a year and did short trips to Japan and Guam I can attest to the food being delicious and authentic! My husband & I do Thursday date nights, to avoid the crowds and found Izumi to over half full and saw at least 6-8 to go orders served while we ate. I had the steak & shrimp hibachi while my husband had the chicken tempera, both were delicious and we both had to have to-go boxes.”
Indian • $
“I eat at Spices monthly with a group of friends for Girls Night! As always we are treated great and the food is amazing! Thanks Spices!!!”
Cafe • $
“The food here is all so delicious! everything is fresh and really flavorful. One of the best diners I've ever eaten at.”
Gastropubs • $
“Amazing food and drinks! Especially loved the maple manhattan and the RoY fries 😋”
Restaurants by Cuisine
Brewpubs • $
“If you want awesome food, this is the place! brisket burger is fantastic. Cocktails are spot on. Staff is great.”
Hamburger • $
“My favorite lunch spot! We have never once been disappointed when visiting Buds! A true Manitowoc staple 🙌🏼”
Cafe • $
“Only bad thing about the coffee is that it’s so good it’s hard to just sip on”
Restaurants with Delivery
Bubble Tea • $
“I have not found anything on the menu that I won't eat, but keep coming back for the pho!”
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt • $
“We stoped in while we were in town visiting family. Decided to pack our cooler FULL for the trip back to Florida. Everyone in the shop was extremely helpful and nice. One of the ladies even boxed up all our goodies! Honest will only be ordering butter from them from now on!”
Bakery • $
“Easily my favorite bakery in Manitowoc from their beautiful custom-homemade cookies to their selection of dog treats! Today, I stopped in and Sara was so friendly! She recommended the ‘Pizza Sourdough bread’ to go with the tomato soup I was making, it was delicious!”
Sushi • $
“As someone who lived in S. Korea for a year and did short trips to Japan and Guam I can attest to the food being delicious and authentic! My husband & I do Thursday date nights, to avoid the crowds and found Izumi to over half full and saw at least 6-8 to go orders served while we ate. I had the steak & shrimp hibachi while my husband had the chicken tempera, both were delicious and we both had to have to-go boxes.”
Indian • $
“I eat at Spices monthly with a group of friends for Girls Night! As always we are treated great and the food is amazing! Thanks Spices!!!”
Cafe • $
“The food here is all so delicious! everything is fresh and really flavorful. One of the best diners I've ever eaten at.”
Gastropubs • $
“Amazing food and drinks! Especially loved the maple manhattan and the RoY fries 😋”
Brewpubs • $
“If you want awesome food, this is the place! brisket burger is fantastic. Cocktails are spot on. Staff is great.”
Coffee Shops • $
“Very friendly, fast and relaxing, prices are very good, my latte was amazing!”
Cafe • $
“Only bad thing about the coffee is that it’s so good it’s hard to just sip on”
Pizza • $
“Awsome service over the phone and in person, pizzas are fantastic, and the burgers on the best on the lake!”
Bar & Grill • $
“Corn beef and cabbage was very good. Meat very tender. Definite order again”
Sports Bar • $
“I hosted a workshop at Brick's and got the chicken tenders basket and the bacon wrapped cheese curds. They were both delightful but the tenders were life changing out of this world! I left with 2 more orders to bring home to my kids and am counting the days until I am back in Manitowoc! The service was also amazing!”
Pizza • $
“Awsome service over the phone and in person, pizzas are fantastic, and the burgers on the best on the lake!”
Takeout Restaurants
Coffee Shops • $
“Some of my favorite specialty lattes! The s’mores and now French toast are amazing. Not to mention the açaí bowls are never a bad move!”
Brewery • $$
“im not a drinker, so i cannot comment about their beers. BUT, as a metalhead and someone who supports manitowoc METAL, paul and Petskul are outstanding! great people, awesome atmosphere...i cannot praise petskull enough! very highly recommend, and from what ive heard about their beers and food, you NEED to go and check them out! 100/100 is my personal rating”
Hamburger • $
“My favorite lunch spot! We have never once been disappointed when visiting Buds! A true Manitowoc staple 🙌🏼”
Bakery • $
“We used On a Whim for our wedding desserts and she did not disappoint! They were all delicious and Erin was fantastic to work with! 100/10 recommend!”
Thai • $
“Best Pad Thai in town!! All their food is amazing! The owners are very friendly and courteous! Highly recommend!”
Mexican • $
“Highly recommend El Tequila in Manitowoc. Great food served quickly, a huge menu to choose from, and consistently friendly service.”
Bakery • $
“I purchased their Banana Chocolate chip Bread. It did not disappoint. Very moist. Kudos.”
Family • $
“Favorite place for breakfast in the area. The staff is extraordinary, the food is excellent, and the value is unmatched.”
Bar & Grill • $
“Great food, great service, and cool atmosphere. Definitely recommend!”
American • $
“Amazing food and great service! Will definitely visit again when we are in Manitowoc!”
American • $$
“We both had a good experience there, food is really good. My steak had an amazing flavor, so did everything else. Great service, but the drinks are a little strong”
Bar & Grill • $
“Moved here Dec 2014, had to check out all the Pubs! This is a favorite not just for all the TV's for watching games, or the friendly staff... The chefs rock! Zero bad food EVER! Highly recommend 👌🙏❤️”
Bar & Grill • $
“My girlfriend and brother stopped in Sunday evening. Had some great burgers and 🍸.Super good and reasonable! Staff was over the top friendly and helpful! We will definitely stop in next time we are in the area!”
Japanese • $$
“I'm always impressed with this place. Staff are always very friendly and knowledgeable. The sushi is amazing. Service is prompt. And the value can't be beat!”
Bar & Grill • $
“Corn beef and cabbage was very good. Meat very tender. Definite order again”
Sports Bar • $
“I hosted a workshop at Brick's and got the chicken tenders basket and the bacon wrapped cheese curds. They were both delightful but the tenders were life changing out of this world! I left with 2 more orders to bring home to my kids and am counting the days until I am back in Manitowoc! The service was also amazing!”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
Bar • $
“Awesome bar. First time there and the owner came up and introduced himself and welcomed us in his bar. Thank you Derek. Had a great time. Will visit again.”
“We love to visit the Harmony Cafe. They are one of only a few restaurants in town that clearly offer good vegetarian options. The items can easily be made vegan by removing the cheese. The atmosphere is great with different seating options. Prices are great as well. Definitely recommend stopping in for food or even just a drink.”
Bagels • $
“Fantastic bagels, always fresh. Always greeted with a smile. Coffee is superb!”
Coffee Shops • $
“Nice little spot to get coffee, tea, pizza and various bakery goodies. My wife, an avowed coffee snob says their coffee is really good. There is outdoor seating. The drive up window is very handy.”
Bar & Grill • $
“Amazing bartenders, great food reasonably priced, safe and fun atmosphere.”
Bar • $
“We have gone there for the pizza and it’s amazing! The French onion dip with the chips is to die for. I recommend the food to anyone that wants a good place to eat.”
Bar • $
“Westfield is the best Ska/punk/metal/country/Englebert Humperdinck dive bar in Manitowoc. a lively bunch of dynamic characters.”
Bar • $
“What's not to love about this pub. It's like every other pub in Wisconsin. Cold beer, good bar grub and friendly staff and town peopleEmils pizza was surprisingly good!”
Bar • $
“The bartender Zach was great. He was very attentive and easy to talk too. Me and my friends weren't from the area so he had some good recommendations on where to eat. Overall it was a 10 out of 10.”
Pizza • $
“Only 1 other person in there. Dont worry, it was past lunch and alot of pizzas were waiting to get picked up. I love all of their pizzas and never had a bad employee between saukville and manitowoc.”
Bar • $
“First timer here and their bar did not disappoint!! The owners are AMAZING and we had such a blast celebrating my friends birthday!! They provided food for the game! Drinks are cold, the people are great and it's a great little corner bar! We will definitely make this a frequent stop when we are in town!!”
Fast Food • $
“Best food and beverages ever! Amazing indoor dining! Please open more like Port Washington”
Thai • $
“Best Pad Thai in town!! All their food is amazing! The owners are very friendly and courteous! Highly recommend!”
Mexican • $
“Highly recommend El Tequila in Manitowoc. Great food served quickly, a huge menu to choose from, and consistently friendly service.”
Cheap Eats
American • $
“The best desserts around!! The food is great too, but the desserts are amazing!!”
Mexican • $
“Been dining here for about 8 years. Have tried every local Mexican Restaurant first. This is the best of the best! Nicest staff, CONSISTENTLY Delicious food. Literally never had a bad experience. One more thing, I often buy a To Go Large cup of their Salsa! Oh, and outdoor seating too! (Weather permitting 😉)”
Bar & Grill • $
“Super friendly. 30's style atmosphere. Frozen pizza is fantastic.”
Cafe • $
“Daily healthy meal replacement shakes...get it with the combo with the lift tea & shot of aloe vera...”
American • $
“Ordered for the first time and I must add the food was excellent. Ordered the chicago style dog and bacon cheese dog order of cheese curds (better than the fair) and chili cheese fries. Awesome truck and food.”
Sports Bar • $
“nice bar, but I showed up a little late and played two songs at 2:00 a.m. . only heard one song and got the second song not played because of barclosing. bartender should have told me not to play the second song. we still continue to go there”
Pizza • $
“Me and my wife used to get the Cats Special pizza at a local bar weekly here in Manitowoc until they stopped making food. Just bought one from Festival Foods and it was great! This is now our store bought pizza from now on!”
American • $
“My first visit to Dali's Cafe reflects an excellent waitress & delicious breakfasts for myself & daughter! I can't wait to go back & share it with my girlfriends & husband too!”
American • $
“was just in there today and had the nachos with taco meat....delicious”
Mexican • $
“the entire experience. the waitress the food the salsa the drinks all so perfect.”
Family • $
“Favorite place for breakfast in the area. The staff is extraordinary, the food is excellent, and the value is unmatched.”
Bar • $
“Awesome bar. First time there and the owner came up and introduced himself and welcomed us in his bar. Thank you Derek. Had a great time. Will visit again.”
Bar & Grill • $
“Great food, great service, and cool atmosphere. Definitely recommend!”
American • $
“Amazing food and great service! Will definitely visit again when we are in Manitowoc!”
Cafe • $
“We love to visit the Harmony Cafe. They are one of only a few restaurants in town that clearly offer good vegetarian options. The items can easily be made vegan by removing the cheese. The atmosphere is great with different seating options. Prices are great as well. Definitely recommend stopping in for food or even just a drink.”
American • $$
“We both had a good experience there, food is really good. My steak had an amazing flavor, so did everything else. Great service, but the drinks are a little strong”
Bar & Grill • $
“Moved here Dec 2014, had to check out all the Pubs! This is a favorite not just for all the TV's for watching games, or the friendly staff... The chefs rock! Zero bad food EVER! Highly recommend 👌🙏❤️”
Bar & Grill • $
“My girlfriend and brother stopped in Sunday evening. Had some great burgers and 🍸.Super good and reasonable! Staff was over the top friendly and helpful! We will definitely stop in next time we are in the area!”
Bagels • $
“Fantastic bagels, always fresh. Always greeted with a smile. Coffee is superb!”
American • $
“The best desserts around!! The food is great too, but the desserts are amazing!!”
Bar & Grill • $
“Amazing bartenders, great food reasonably priced, safe and fun atmosphere.”
Latest Reviews
Pizza • $
“I've ordered from Marco's many times, delivery and carry out, and have never had a problem Store staff and delivery people are always pleasant, my pizza is what I ordered, and it's always hot. Also, I love their coupons because they do save quite alot of money.”
Italian • $$
“The pizza was below average, wish we had tried Pizza Garden instead. Waste of 25 bucks.”
Bar & Grill • $
“Corn beef and cabbage was very good. Meat very tender. Definite order again”
Bar • $
“We have gone there for the pizza and it’s amazing! The French onion dip with the chips is to die for. I recommend the food to anyone that wants a good place to eat.”
Bar & Grill • $
“Super friendly. 30's style atmosphere. Frozen pizza is fantastic.”
Bakery • $
“Paul and Barbara are great people. They are trail blazers when it comes to making healthy, nutritious bread. I began buying their bread around 1979 from Rainbow Natural Foods in Chicago. I thank them for the products they provided for the many years. They paved the way for the others who make healthy bread.”
Restaurant • $$
“Traveling through town and happened upon this gem! A must stop if in Manitowoc WI. Warm friendly environment with great wine and food! Lobster Mac and cheese, Fall Harvest salad and Smoked Gouda crostini were divine. Thank you Bri for a great experience!”
Caterers • $
“We used Broken Plate Catering for our holiday party this year, and it was exceptional. The food was amazing, hot, and fresh. They were amazing to work with as far as setting up the menu and answering the many questions I had. When I went in to pay, even the waitstaff that was there were extremely friendly to talk to. We will definitely be using them for any other events in the future. Thank you so much for the amazing experience. The Staff at Tiny Treasures Christian Childcare”
Pizza • $
“Awsome service over the phone and in person, pizzas are fantastic, and the burgers on the best on the lake!”
Most Popular Restaurants
Coffee Shops • $
“Some of my favorite specialty lattes! The s’mores and now French toast are amazing. Not to mention the açaí bowls are never a bad move!”
Bar • $
“Amazing place for food and shows! The staff and service were excellent. You will have the best time and it is so beautiful because it is situated on a waterfront. This is a must place to experience!”
American • $
“Culver’s never disappoints! The food is always fresh, the staff is friendly, and the service is quick even when it’s busy. Their ButterBurgers are perfectly cooked, and you can actually taste the quality in every bite. The cheese curds are a must — crispy on the outside, gooey inside — and the frozen custard is the best treat to end the meal (especially the flavor of the day).
The restaurant is always clean, and you can tell the team takes pride in what they do. Whether it’s dine-in or drive-thru, everything comes out hot, fresh, and just the way you ordered it. Definitely one of the most consistent and well-run fast-casual places around.”
Burgers • $
“I came here for a business trip, we had drinks and a classic combo. Brooke really made our visit worth it. When we returned for dinner on Wednesday, I noticed she was there but she informed me she wasn't our server, so since we requested her to be. She took good care of my colleagues and I again. Met all our needs and even got me a brownie bite for my birthday. When I return, I hope Brooke M is working so we can have A1 service yet again.”
Fast Food • $
“Best food and beverages ever! Amazing indoor dining! Please open more like Port Washington”
Chicken • $
“The customer service hundred percent the food was great delicious fresh the lady that worked at the front did an awesome job. Make sure y’all keep her at this location and the place was very clean. Let’s keep it up.”
Buffet • $
“We love Pizza Ranch! Great food. Manitowoc is my favorite. When you get there,they will ask your favorite pizza and how many slices you want. Monday is senior day. Tuesday is kids day!”
Wine Bar • $$
“Traveling through town and happened upon this gem! A must stop if in Manitowoc WI. Warm friendly environment with great wine and food! Lobster Mac and cheese, Fall Harvest salad and Smoked Gouda crostini were divine. Thank you Bri for a great experience!”
Fast Food • $
“3rd shift workers are the absolute best shift. Went through the drive through for two large fries and the workers were so sweet even holding a conversation making my late nights all the better. They absolutely deserve a raise!”
Chinese • $
“The wonderful experience, even though they were short a person.The young gentleman behind the counter gave all of us a free soda and apologized over and over again for service being slow.And I didn't see one person leave, that was waiting in line.He was very friendly and outgoing young man”
Italian • $$
“The pizza was below average, wish we had tried Pizza Garden instead. Waste of 25 bucks.”
Mexican • $
“Been dining here for about 8 years. Have tried every local Mexican Restaurant first. This is the best of the best! Nicest staff, CONSISTENTLY Delicious food. Literally never had a bad experience. One more thing, I often buy a To Go Large cup of their Salsa! Oh, and outdoor seating too! (Weather permitting 😉)”
Family • $
“Yesterday was my first time going there and I had lasagna and I loved it and the server Tina was super nice and super friendly and she even gave me a high five so sweet of you to do that I am definitely coming back for sure to see her again and hopefully have the same thing!”
Coffee Shops • $
“I am sad because the staff are always so nice but most of the time my order isn't right. Today, I ordered a cranberry orange muffin (the ONLY reason I ordered a muffin was because I wanted to try that one) and got a blueberry....and there is definitely no caramel in my iced coffee, it's just cream and coffee. Sometimes when I go, my coffee is so perfect and delicious, and the staff is always so nice but it's few and far between lately. I want to recommend them but I am scared to because my order is rarely correct. Tired of spending money and not getting what I ordered :(”
New Restaurants
Japanese • $$
“I'm always impressed with this place. Staff are always very friendly and knowledgeable. The sushi is amazing. Service is prompt. And the value can't be beat!”
Bar • $
“It's always a blast at Rusty's corner. Good times and good friends. karaoke 🎤 is the best to.”
Pizza • $
“I placed about a dozen orders in the last year. The pizza was just ok. Nothing great..... Until today at 12:30. That was the best pizza I've ever had from Papa John's. I ordered it well done and it was perfect. The toppings were nice and neatly spread out. Excellent job!”
“im not a drinker, so i cannot comment about their beers. BUT, as a metalhead and someone who supports manitowoc METAL, paul and Petskul are outstanding! great people, awesome atmosphere...i cannot praise petskull enough! very highly recommend, and from what ive heard about their beers and food, you NEED to go and check them out! 100/100 is my personal rating”