22 Best American Restaurants in Sturgeon Bay

Valmy Happy Hour American • $
4418 Whitefish Bay Road, Sturgeon Bay

“Lov Valmy Excellent food great service Friday nite is first come. Especially if your a local Otherwise we waited Not bad but obviously such“

4.6 Superb162 Reviews
Donny's Glidden Lodge Restaurant American • $$
4670 Glidden Dr, Sturgeon Bay

Customers` Favorites

French Fried Shrimp \u0026 Fries
French Fried Shrimp & Fries
Flourless Chocolate Cake
New England Clam Chowder
Steak and Shrimp Combo
Steak & Shrimp Combo
King Cut Prime Rib
Pan Fried Walleye
Grilled Lamb Chop
Baked Whitefish

“Great up scale dinner restaurant. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable. Old school flavor to the dining room. Beautiful lake views. Stunning. Not inexpensive, it's a steak and seafood house. Wonderful meal. I had the house special tenderloin and my wife had the pan fried walleye. Excellent.“

4.5 Superb418 Reviews
Bluefront Cafe Cafe • $
86 W Maple St, Sturgeon Bay

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Smoked Turkey & Brie
Half Sandwich Combo
Curry Chicken Salad
Asian Chicken Wrap
Meatloaf Sandwich
Banh MI Rice Bowl
Bluefront Burger
Walleye Sandwich
Soup of the Day
Reuben Sandwich

“The cherry pie is the best in Door County!“

4.5 Superb333 Reviews
Inn at Cedar Crossing American • $$
112 N 3rd Ave, Sturgeon Bay

“Delicious food, helpful staff, and beautiful ambiance!“

4.5 Superb258 Reviews
Betsy Ross Family Restaurant American • $
239 Green Bay Rd, Sturgeon Bay

Customers` Favorites

Eggs over Medium Sausage and Hash Browns
Denver Omelette with Pancake and Coffee
Is Half Order of Biscuits and Gravy
French Toast Breakfast Plate
Fresh Strawberry Waffle
Pancake or French Toast
Cheeseburger and Fries
Avocado Bacon Burger
Renards Cheese Curds
Crispy Chicken Salad

“Homey atmosphere with friendly personnel! AND our very favorite breakfast restaurant in all of Sturgeon Bay. ❤️“

4.4 Superb224 Reviews
Sunrise Food & Drinks American • $
1463 Egg Harbor Rd, Sturgeon Bay

Customers` Favorites

Traditional Burrito
Breakfast Burrito
West Coast Toast
Huevos Rancheros
Ranchero Omelet
Breakfast Tacos
Southwest Wrap
French Toast
Chorizo Wrap
Salsa Verde

“I love Sunrise Food & Drinks! It needs a sign that says Mexican Food though! "Sunrise" doesn't get that across. Their Mexican food is incredible. Everything is great, but wow, what a treat to get a super Mexican breakfast in Sturgeon Bay.💛“

4.7 Superb172 Reviews
Samuelson's Creek Pub And Grill American • $$
1009 South Oxford Avenue, Sturgeon Bay

Customers` Favorites

Cheese Choices

“Phenomenal lunch . Quality and taste outstanding- will definitely be back!“

4.2 Good119 Reviews
Kitty O'Reillys Irish Pub Irish • $$
59 East Oak Street, Sturgeon Bay

Customers` Favorites

Guinness Black Beer Chili
Lobster Mac \u0026 Cheese
Renard's Cheese Curds
Basket of Tater Tots
Dublin Shrimp Salad
Loaded Bloody Mary
Fish \u0026 Chips
Loaded BBQ Bloody
Mahi Mahi Tacos
Shepherd's Pie

“Admittedly our #1 spot for lunch in Sturgeon Bay was already closed, so we decided to try Kitty O'Reilly's for our late lunch during the Packers game yesterday. We all enjoyed the food, service, and reasonable prices. We plan to come back next time we're in Door County.“

4.5 Superb686 Reviews
Birmingham’s Bar And Cottages Bar & Grill • $
4709 Bay Shore Drive, Sturgeon Bay

Customers` Favorites

Fresh Pan-Fried Lake Perch Lightly Breaded
Cheeseburger with Raw or Fried Onions
Hamburger with Raw or Fried Onions
Grilled Boneless Pork Chops
Lobster Bites Dinner
Scallops Deep Fried
Swedish Meatballs
Roasted Chicken
Cheese Burger
Grilled Cheese

“What an incredible dive bar! The bartender Brad was so friendly and welcoming! A definite must stop ❤️“

4.6 Superb200 Reviews
Island Fever Rum Bar & Grill Bar & Grill • $$
6301 WI-57, Sturgeon Bay

Customers` Favorites

Snow Crab Legs Thursday Night
Perch Fry Friday Night
Buffalo Cheese Curds
Guacamole and Chips
Cocktail Flight
Shrimp Tacos
Cheeseburger
French Fries
Chimichangas
Lobster Roll

“Everything from the food to the rum to the service is top notch.“

4.5 Superb402 Reviews
Nightingale Supper Club | Steakhouse Cocktail Bar • $$
1541 Egg Harbor Rd, Sturgeon Bay

Customers` Favorites

Brandy Old Fashioned Sweet
Stuffed Button Mushrooms
Deep Fried Cheese Curds
Sour Cream Chive Wedges
Bacon Wrapped Scallops
Salad with Blue Cheese
Door County Fish Fry
Asparagus Crab Soup
Stuffed Mushrooms
Prime Rib Sandwich

“Prime rib was phenomenal!“

4.5 Superb551 Reviews
Culver’s American • $
5581 Gordon Road, Sturgeon Bay

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Chicken Sandwich with Onion Rings
Cookie Dough Craving Frozen Custard
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Hand-Dipped Ice Cream
Devil’S Food Cake
Ice Cream Sundaes
3 Scoops Sundae
Cherry Floats
Fish and Chips
Cheeseburger

“If you’re heading up to Door County and pass the Culver's, just know this: it’s basically the last civilized outpost before you enter the land of fish boils and charmingly limited WiFi. 🧀🌲
We told ourselves we didn’t need to stop. We were wrong.
The butter burgers? Flawless. The cheese curds? Crispy little gifts from Wisconsin heaven. The concrete mixer? So thick it could patch potholes on Highway 42. And somehow the staff is always cheerful, efficient, and moving like they’re training for the Dairy Olympics.
It’s the perfect “one last taste of chain food” before you fully commit to supper clubs and cherry everything. Honestly, it’s not just a stop — it’s a strategic refueling station. 10/10, would absolutely plan my bladder schedule around it again. 🚗🍦“

4 Good259 Reviews
Institute Saloon Bar • $
4599 WI-57, Sturgeon Bay

Customers` Favorites

Buckets of Broasted Chicken to Go
Homemade French Fries
dbl Cheeseburger
Homemade Pizza
Perch Sandwich
Grilled Cheese
Quesadillas
Taco Night
Wings
Chili

“It's one of our favorite places to eat!“

4.8 Superb125 Reviews
Apple Valley Lanes/Chaser's Sports Bar & Grill American • $
1217 North 14th Avenue, Sturgeon Bay

“Overall I really like the place. It's a sports bar so don't expect high-end cuisine. It's all good but not like eating at a top-notch restaurant. I always get good service and the food is very good“

4.5 Superb98 Reviews
Greystone Castle Bar • $
8 North Madison Avenue, Sturgeon Bay

Customers` Favorites

Renard's Famous Door County Cheese Curds
Prime Rib Sandwich Special Medium Rare
Seasoned Criss Cross Fries
Great Prime Rib Sandwich
Mushroom Swiss Burger
Homemade Onion Rings
King Cut Prime Rib
Steak Sandwich
Prime Rib Soup
Breaded Perch

“The picture of our food says it all!! We came up from Appleton just to come to this place !!“

4.3 Superb362 Reviews
Door County Fire Company Bar & Grill • $
38 S 3rd Ave, Sturgeon Bay

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Tender Basket
Sweet Potato Fries
The Siren Burger
Broasted Chicken
Chicken Sandwich
BBQ Pulled Pork
Mashed Potatoes
Seafood Chowder
Friday Fish Fry
Pretzel Bites

“ordered last night and picked up to go. I had the local fire fighter, turkey sandwich. Delicious. I also recommend their Cobb salads, best in town“

4.3 Superb479 Reviews
Waterfront Mary's Bar & Grill • $
3662 N Duluth Ave, Sturgeon Bay

Customers` Favorites

Door County Cherry Pie a La Mode
Fish Boil Cod Dinner
Fish and Chips Basket
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Door County Chowder
Sweet Potato Fries
Fisherman Platter
Walleye Sandwich
Seafood Chowder
Fish and Chips

“I took myself a little me vacation and stayed here for two nights I'm very simple person and it was awesome stay I enjoyed myself very much enjoyed some good food at the bar and enjoyed going to Potawatomi state park for hiking the weather was beautiful and I was able to sit on the lawn chairs by the water thank you so much and I will see you in July“

4.2 Good391 Reviews
Trattoria Dal Santo Italian • $$
117 N 3rd Ave, Sturgeon Bay

Customers` Favorites

Chicken \u0026 Spinach Ravioli
Stuffed Grilled Pork Chop
Chicken & Spinach Ravioli
Spaghetti Bolognese
Fettuccine Alfredo
Stuffed Mushrooms
Calamari Diavolo
Beer Cheese Soup
Chicken Parmesan
Lobster Risotto

“The whole dinner was wonderful! would highly recommend.“

4 Good250 Reviews
The Mill Supper Club Family • $$
4128 WI-42 WI-57, Sturgeon Bay

Customers` Favorites

Giant Bavarian Soft Pretzel
Baked Chicken Boiled Potato
Brandy Old-Fashioned Sweet
Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta
Chicken Jaeger Schnitzel
Deep Fried Cod Fish
Wiener Schnitzel
Mushroom Ravioli
Seafood Platter
Giant Pretzel

“Excellent food and service for our group on a busy Sat., Oct 25th-2025. We had 2 long tables and our server did a great job, food was delicious. Thank you Cory! Your server needs a thank you!!“

4 Good309 Reviews
Stone Harbor Restaurant & Pub American • $$
107 N 1st Ave, Sturgeon Bay

Customers` Favorites

Spinach and Artichoke Dip
Tenderloin Sandwich
Herb Crusted Walleye
Bacon Cheeseburger
Grilled Pork Loin
Prime Rib Dinner
Soup & Salad Bar
Club Sandwich
Clam Chowder
Cheese Curds

“Excellent dinner, loved my strawberry margaritas, beautiful view of the boats and harbor. Will be returning in the future.“

3.5 Good180 Reviews
Brick Lot Pub & Grill Pubs • $
253 North 3rd Avenue, Sturgeon Bay

Customers` Favorites

Renard's Cheese Curds
Patty Melt Burger
Brick Lot Special
Chicken Tenders
Chicken Sandwich
Brick Burger
Pulled Pork
Spice Girl
Tater Tots
Pork Nachos

“We stopped here on Saturday after spending the day in the upper peninsula with our family. The staff was extremely friendly, and the food was phenomenal!!!! The burgers were the best ever!!!! This will be our new destination stop for food when we visit Door county!!!“

3.9 Good249 Reviews
Roadhouse Carlsville Bar & Grill • $
5790 WI-42, Sturgeon Bay

Customers` Favorites

Perch Sandwich
Burger

“burgers and drinks are awesome. great service“

3.3 Good103 Reviews

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