Looking for waterfront dining in Sheboygan? Here's a list of spots to check out this summer.
SHEBOYGAN - There's something about grabbing a meal in the sun, along the water with family or friends that is just so "summer."
Maybe you like the calming flow of the water or the bustle of kayakers and boaters as they make their way along.
No matter the reason, Sheboygan has a variety of riverfront venues to drink and dine — from spots to grab a quick treat, share a casual meal with friends or celebrate over fine dining.
Here are some waterfront destinations along the Sheboygan River to check out this summer.
Parker John’s BBQ & Pizza
The American cuisine restaurant offers a variety of meat-based dishes, like barbecued pulled pork and wings, to satisfy the casual or avid meat lover.
Food: An extensive menu, including barbecue, sandwiches, pizza and meat platters
Drinks: Offerings include signature cocktails and mocktails, draft beer and notably Loaded Bloody Mary's with combinations of meat (like chicken wings and even a pulled pork sandwich) skewered on top
Hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays and 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sundays
Contact: 920-453-0299
Location: 705 Riverfront Drive
Weather Center Cafe
Grab a drink or snack at the café while enjoying the ambience of life on the water with boat dock décor and pier seating.
Menu: Menu offers various coffee and non-coffee drinks, smoothies and bakery items. Food items, like burritos and sandwiches, have several vegetarian considerations, too.
Hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays-Saturdays, and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays
Contact: 920-459-9283 or zylonawl@yahoo.com
Location: 809 Riverfront Drive
Harry’s Prohibition Bistro
Grab a pie to share (or enjoy for one) at the 1920s-styled Neapolitan pizzeria that was born out of building a backyard wood-fired oven.
Food: Wood-fired pizzas and several pastas
Drinks: Large wine menu, along with draft beer, cocktails, whiskey and bourbon
Hours: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesdays-Sundays
Contact: 920-451-9100
Location: 668 S. Pier Drive
* No reservations.
New Life Riverfront Cafe
Recently reopened after overcoming financial challenges, the Christian coffeehouse and café offers a variety of drinks, bakery treats and lunch items.
Menu: Offerings include coffees, smoothie, sandwiches, and soups and salads
Hours: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays
Contact: 920-287-7300 or Jakumt@sbcglobal.net
Location: 644 S. Pier Drive
Driftwood
In the former Anglers Avenue spot, Driftwood offers casual dining, brunch and elevated entrees, like salmon and flatiron steak.
Food: Menus feature brunch items, soups and starters, and handhelds like mahi tacos and the Driftwood Smash Burger
Drinks: Variety of cocktails, wine, on-tap and craft beer, and non-alcoholic beer
Hours: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays-Thursdays; 11 a.m. to midnight Fridays; 9 a.m. to midnight Saturdays; and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sundays
Contact: 920-287-7330 or Info@DriftwoodSouthPier.com
Location: 518 S. Pier Drive
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South Pier Parlor
Savor a sweet treat in this vintage-themed ice cream parlor with counter, booth and outdoor umbrella tables.
Menu: More than 32 ice cream flavors on a cone of choice, along with sundaes, fudge and other sweet treats
Hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sundays-Thursdays and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays
Contact: 920-395-2675 or INFORMATION@SOUTHPIERPARLOR.COM
Location: 434 S. Pier Drive
Lino Ristorante Italiano
Sit indoors or outdoors on two patios for a “taste of Italy” and a Mediterranean atmosphere with elevated Italian dishes along the river.
Food: Offerings include several pasta and meat dishes, like ribeye and veal
Drinks: Options feature a substantial assortment of wines
Hours: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays
Contact: 920-457-5200 or info@linoitalia.com
Location: 422 S. Pier Drive
*Reservations are highly recommended.
Eb Flo Coffeehouse
The shop is a new addition to the South Pier businesses and coffee spots in the city. The broad menu includes coffee drinks, teas, refreshers and smoothies.
Menu: Options include breakfast dishes, soups, sweets and the “croffle,” a cross between a croissant and Belgian waffle.
Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays
Contact: 920-917-9113 or hello@ebflo.com
Location: 340 S. Pier Drive
Pacifico Mexican Bar & Grill
Moving west along the Sheboygan River, Pacifico offers not only Mexican cuisine, like fajitas and enchiladas, but also a large patio with beachy decor.
Food: Extensive menu features specials like Tacos de Barbacoa and Chimichangas
Drinks: Draft and bottled beer and notably cantina and margarita menus, with drinks like the Blue Hawaiian and Texas Margarita
Hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sundays-Thursdays and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays
Contact: 920-395-2084 or pacificosheboygan@yahoo.com
Location: 820 Indiana Ave.
Der Sheboygan Biergarten
Looking for drinks? Gather with friends and family at Kiwanis Park for a variety of German beer, snacks and more at the coined authentic beer and wine garden in Sheboygan.
Food: Giant pretzels with cheese and Wisconsin-themed charcuterie
Drinks: Beer, wines, seltzer, hard cider and non-alcoholic drinks
Hours: 4 to 10 p.m. Fridays, 2 to 10 p.m. Saturdays and 2 to 9 p.m. Sundays, May 26-Sept. 24.
Contact: contact@sheboyganbiergarten.com
Location: 511 Kiwanis Park Road
* Adults must accompany individuals younger than 21 years old. Cash and checks are not accepted.
Contact Alex Garner at 224-374-2332 or agarner@gannett.com. Follow her on Twitter at @alexx_garner.
This article originally appeared on Sheboygan Press: Waterfront dining restaurants in Sheboygan for summer
