Whistling Straits Restaurant

Absolutely spectacular golf courses. All of the servers and staff are so nice and professional.

I was admiring the pin of a sheep for the Irish Course worn by our server Ellie.

Such a sweet and smart girl, full of knowledge. Ellie took off her pin and gave it to me. A gesture that touched my heart ❤️ and will not forget.

I highly recommend this hidden treasure in Wisconsin.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

My first time here was with my wife for our wedding anniversary. Having been to most of the other Destination Kohler restaurants, we were excited to try this one. The restaurant is on the smaller side, which bodes well for it's atmosphere. We had a booth with a window overlooking the golf course. Noise level was excellent. Some restaurants can be too loud, but we were able to talk at a normal level and carry a normal conversation. Service was a little on the slower side, but that's understandable with the quality of food you're getting. The food is outstanding. The kitchen staff did an excellent job preparing our dishes. To be completely honest, the scallops were THE BEST scallops I have ever had. The food portions you get, paired with the quality of food, were well priced. The restaurant is on the pricier side (starting ~$50 for an entrée), but I felt the price was worth it (which you don't see much nowadays).

The disappointing part, and the reason I'm only rating 3 stars, is because our server did not box our food, but instead threw it away. When we were finish with our entrées, she came over and asked "Can I take those for you?" referencing our half-eaten dishes. Mind you we were deep in conversation, thoroughly enjoying our anniversary date night. We politely smiled, said yes, and thanked her, assuming she was taking our half eaten plates to be boxed in the back like most other nice restaurants do. Both my wife and I had only eaten half of our plates because we also had an appetizer and shared a cup of soup before the entrées. After splitting a desert, we received the check but no leftovers. We were pretty disappointed because we were excited to finish the delicious food. When we asked where our remaining food was, she replied "Oh.. you wanted the food on your plate?", said in a way like what we were asking was appalling and should never had been asked. So she essentially just threw away half of our food and we still got charged the full amount. If the prices were like $10 an entrée, I wouldn't have cared. But my wife and I don't go out a lot just the two of us, and we really only dine at more expensive restaurants like Whistling Straits when it's a special event (like our anniversary). All we got out of our visit tonight was to eat half of the amazing food we paid for and a nice little "Happy anniversary" from the hostess. I don't expect special treatment for special occasions, but it's nice once in a while when a restaurant goes out of it's way for their guests, especially to resolve a situation caused by an server. Most of the night I was thinking "I can't wait to come back here again." But if the servers throw half eaten plates away instead of boxing them and don't even offer to try and make the situation right, I can't justify spending my money at this restaurant again (sadly).

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 3

Truly a destination spot. Wonderful views of the Lake Michigan, bagpipes at sunset. Lovely.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Potato Leek

We sat outside, as it was a beautiful day. The dining patio overlooks the course with a view of the lake. Superb! Our food tasted great. We started with pretzel bites, which everyone loved. They came out hot and crispy. I had the potato leek soup and the spinach berry salad with grilled chicken, and candied pecans. One person had the mac n cheese, one had the caprese sandwich, and my hubby had a veggie burger. We will definitely be back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Potato Leek Soup with Chive Oil and Cream Sherry

Delicious ribeye steak, perfectly done as ordered. Comfortable with lovely view of the 18th hole added to the atmosphere.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Dog friendly patio

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Golf course, dining facilities and staff all amazing.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We were treated to a special dining experience at Whistling Straits. From perfectly prepared cocktails through our melt in your mouth steak entrees, it was fabulous. It is expensive, so save up for a celebration. You will not regret paying for great hospitality.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Kohler Dark Chocolate Torte

It was cold . Everything else was awesome!

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Potato Leek Soup with Chive Oil and Cream Sherry, Beet and Berry Salad

Excellent place everyone was very kind was able to change our reservation from 2 to 5 without effort.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Our visit was a working dinner that included guests from Ireland. They were very impressed with their meal & the atmosphere.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Potato Leek Soup with Chive Oil and Cream Sherry

Beautiful resturant at a wonderful golf course.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We have enjoyed eating here for years, however, not up to the high Kohler standards today. I received my entrée but my husband's arrived 15 minutes later. I requested for a coffee refill 3 times. We asked if they had bread or crackers and was told no. Everything was slow, slow, slow. We were one of only 3-4 tables, so they were not busy at the time. Please, bring back the quality and service we came to expect from this beautiful restaurant.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 2

Service: 2

Great steaks and perfect view ?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The Ribeye steak was awesome, as was the Red Velvet Cheesecake.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5