Destination Dining
(SPONSORED CONTENT) Throw a dart at a map of Wisconsin and you’ll find something worth seeing and something worth eating. With such abundant natural beauty and a rich agricultural history, it’s no wonder that our region has proven fertile ground for a rich array of culinary adventurers with a passion for pairing taste with experience. This fall, join us as we go beyond the Madison city limits in search of road-trip-worthy dining destinations from Viroqua to Spring Green, Delafield and beyond.
Bailey's Run
N8523 Klitzke Rd, New Glarus
Monday-Thursday 11am-6pm; Friday & Saturday 10am-9pm; Sunday 10am-5pm
Nestled in the scenic rolling hills of New Glarus, you’re invited to the place “where wine goes to have fun!” Pair a glass of hand-crafted Wisconsin wine with a Neapolitan-style pizza from their wood-fired oven, then kick back to relax and enjoy a stunning view and year-round live music.
IG: @baileysrunvineyardandwinery ⬥ FB: /baileysrunvineyard ⬥ baileysrunvineyard.com
Branding Iron Roadhouse
132 S Main Street, Lime Ridge
Wednesday & Thursday 4pm-8pm; Friday & Saturday 4pm-9pm
A unique farm-to-fork eatery in a small-town setting, the Branding Iron Roadhouse serves Angus beef they raise themselves alongside other locally-sourced ingredients. Burgers, sandwiches, wood-fired pizza and, of course, Friday night fish fry plus open mic nights on the porch—perfection!
IG: @brandingironfarmtofork ⬥ FB: /brandingironrh ⬥ brandingironrh.com
Brix Cider
119 S 2nd St, Mount Horeb
Wednesday-Sunday 11am-9pm
A small craft cidery with a taproom and farm-to-table restaurant in beautiful Mount Horeb, at Brix the ciders and scratch-made foods are created with a dedication to local ingredients sourced from friends and neighbors. With plant-based, gluten-free and non-alcoholic options, live music, education and community events, there’s something for everyone!
IG:@brixcider⬥ /brixcider ⬥ brixcider.com
Café 43 & Boutique Market
43 High St, Mineral Point
Tuesday-Saturday 7:30am-3pm; Sunday 8am-2pm
Once a luxury hotel in historic Mineral Point, the Old Royal Inn is now home to Café 43. Part coffeehouse with seasonal breakfast and lunch menu, part hub of local industry, their market offers fresh produce, dairy, cheeses and meats along with everyday pantry items, specialty foods, and regionally-sourced coffee, wine, beer and spirits.
IG: @cafe43mp ⬥ FB: /cafe43.mineralpoint ⬥cafe43mp.com
Farm and Hearth Woodfired Bistro
206 Center St, Wonewoc
Wednesday-Saturday 5pm-8pm
A destination dining spot on the edge of the Driftless, Farm and Hearth is family-owned and family-run, offering an memorable experience for your date night, dinner party, or event. Come savor authentic slow food made from locally-sourced ingredients and cooked to perfection in a wood-fired oven.
FB: /Farm-and-Hearth-Woodfired-Bistro ⬥ farmhearthbistro.com
Full Mile Beer Company & Kitchen
132 Market St, Sun Prairie
Tuesday-Friday 11am-close; Saturday-Sunday 10am-close
You’re invited to a place where beer is (literally) their middle name, where the menu is designed to complement the beer and the beer is brewed within feet of the bar. This cozy, eclectic brewpub in downtown Sun Prairie offers sandwiches, wood-fired pizza, live music, and a space designed to bring community together.
IG: @fullmilebeerco ⬥ FB: /fullmilebeerco ⬥ fullmilebeercompany.com
Historic Trempealeau Hotel and Restaurant
11332 Main St, Trempealeau
Tuesday & Thursday 3pm-8pm; Friday 3pm-9pm; Saturday 11am-9pm; Sunday 11am-7pm
The Trempealeau offers dining, drinking, music and lodging in a historic setting overlooking the Mississippi River. You’re invited to dine indoors or out to enjoy the beautiful views, welcoming vibes, and meals made from scratch using responsibly-sourced ingredients. Menu changes daily based on seasonable availability and the chef’s inspiration.
IG: @trempealeauhotel ⬥ FB: /trempealeauhotel ⬥ trempealeauhotel.com
Homecoming
242 N Lexington St, Spring Green
Monday & Thursday 5pm-9pm; Friday & Saturday 11:30am-2:30pm; Sunday 10am-2pm
Homecoming is a locally-focused, casual fine dining restaurant that is quickly becoming a staple for Spring Green residents and a destination for folks from all over the Midwest who enjoy their beautiful garden dining, craft cocktails, local beer, wood-fired oven, warm and friendly staff, and a diverse wine list.
IG: @homecomingspringgreen ⬥FB: /homecomingspringgreen ⬥ homecomingspringgreen.com
I.d.
415 Genesee St, Delafield
Monday-Thursday 5pm-9pm; Friday & Saturday 5pm-10pm; Sunday 9:30am-2pm and 5-9pm
Food is meant to be shared. That’s why I.d features a chef-inspired menu of shared-plated dishes prepared in a beautiful open-concept kitchen where you can watch the masters at work. This modern American restaurant brings together the elements of inspired food, drink, service and design to create an exceptional dining experience.
IG: @iddelafield ⬥ FB: /iddelafield ⬥ iddelafield.com
The Lakely
516 Galloway St, Eau Claire
Tuesday-Saturday 5pm-10pm; Sunday 9am-2pm
In the beating heart of downtown Eau Claire is a place for you to feel at home. Boasting a locally-sourced, seasonally-inspired dinner menu, come to The Lakely for casual midwestern comfort food, craft cocktails and local brews, live music, and evenings on the open-air patio.
IG: @the_lakely ⬥ FB: /thelakely ⬥ thelakely.com
Lark
60 S Main St, Janesville
Tuesday-Thursday 4pm-9pm; Friday & Saturday 4pm-11pm
Celebrating five years in downtown Janesville, Lark delights in using local in-season ingredients to create dishes that pay homage to those international comfort foods that are the essence of New American cuisine. Pair with original craft cocktails, wine, and artisanal beer for an unforgettable night out.
FB: /larkjanesville ⬥ larkjanesville.com
Salt & Tipple
219 S Main St, Viroqua
Wednesday-Saturday 11am-10pm; Sunday 9am-2pm
A new face in an old space, Salt & Tipple recently opened their doors in the historic Viroqua Public Market. With a local deli, backyard grill, delectable cocktail bar, and many vegan and gluten-free offerings, the menu is sure to offer something for everyone in your group, all in a beautifully designed space.
IG: @salt_and_tipple ⬥ FB: /Salt-Tipple-103877028938080 ⬥ restaurantji.com/wi/viroqua/salt-and-tipple-/
Sandwich Bar
54 S Main St, Janesville
Tuesday-Saturday 11am-11pm
Visiting Sandwich Bar is like stepping into a graphic novel where you can enjoy deliciously inventive sandwiches. Towering murals by artist Jeff Henriquez pair with a vintage tin ceiling to capture that vibrant feeling of an urban neighborhood bar, serving “damn fine sandwiches and okay beer.”
IG: @sandwichbarjville ⬥ FB: /sandwichbarjville ⬥ sandwichbarjanesville.com
Wildwood Café
218 S Forrest St, Stoughton
Wednesday-Saturday 7:30am-2pm; Sunday 7:30am-1pm
Just off Stoughton's historic main street, the Wildwood is a place to gather, relax, and enjoy a menu of superb sandwiches, fresh-baked pastries and coffee from local roasters. Here, you'll find a charming atmosphere paired with a fresh take on café fare with an emphasis on fostering community.
IG: @wildwoodcafe ⬥ FB: /wildwoodcafe ⬥ wildwood-cafe.com
Wollersheim Winery
7876 WI-188, Prairie Du Sac
Bistro open Monday-Sunday 12pm-4:30pm
Wollersheim sits on a scenic hillside above the Wisconsin river where grapes have been cultivated since the 1840s. Come for the award-winning wine and spirits, then come again and again for the ambience, views, tours and tasting events, and the simple pleasure of a good meal in a magical setting.
IG: @wollersheimwine ⬥FB: @WollersheimWinery ⬥ wollersheim.com
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