The best restaurants in Fox Cities
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Chopstix Hibachi
RestaurantsWhen the craving hits, Chopstix Hibachi keeps it classic with fried rice, lo mein, and chow mei fun, plus plenty of chicken, beef, and…
Chopstix Hibachi
RestaurantsMaple Tree Restaurant & Pancake House
RestaurantsIf your morning needs a win, Maple Tree Restaurant & Pancake House delivers with a family-style menu that runs from light starts to…
Maple Tree Restaurant & Pancake House
RestaurantsMike's Place Family Restaurant
RestaurantsSince 1973, Mike's Place Family Restaurant has been the go-to for farm-fresh egg breakfasts, gigantic pancakes, and the kind of Friday fish…
Mike's Place Family Restaurant
RestaurantsMill City Public House
RestaurantsCasual spot for burgers and other American eats, along with beers, cocktails and wine.
Mill City Public House
RestaurantsPARM
RestaurantsChef Andy Saray and his team keep it local at Parm, blending Italian and French flavors into scratch-made dishes that feel special without…
PARM
RestaurantsThe Bar - Oshkosh
RestaurantsThis week, from famous wings and pizzas to Celiac Friendly items and HDTVs for basically every sport, The Bar - Oshkosh is built for…
The Bar - Oshkosh
RestaurantsGingeRootz Asian Grille
RestaurantsGingeRootz Asian Grille brings vibrant Chinese staples and other Asian favorites in a colorful, contemporary space that actually matches…
GingeRootz Asian Grille
RestaurantsLil Taco
RestaurantsFor those nights when cooking feels optional, Lil Taco in Appleton turns out Americanized tacos and burritos that lean comfort over purist.…
Lil Taco
RestaurantsVince Lombardi’s Steakhouse
RestaurantsVince Lombardi’s Steakhouse blends Packers history with a chef-driven menu of premium steaks, fresh seafood, and impeccable sides, set…
Vince Lombardi’s Steakhouse
RestaurantsStuc's Pizza
RestaurantsAppleton staple since 1991, Stuc's Pizza turns scratch-made dough and a sweet, heavy tomato sauce into pies that actually fill you up, plus…
Stuc's Pizza
RestaurantsHigh Kaliber BBQ & Catering
RestaurantsCalifornia raised, Texas trained, High Kaliber BBQ & Catering brings craft barbecue to our backyard with smoked wings, brisket burgers,…
High Kaliber BBQ & Catering
RestaurantsThe Red Ox Seafood and Steakhouse
RestaurantsWhether you’re craving a true Fox Valley supper-club vibe or a serious cut of beef, The Red Ox Seafood and Steakhouse delivers with 21-day…
The Red Ox Seafood and Steakhouse
RestaurantsVictoria's Italian Cuisine
RestaurantsFamily-owned for 40 years, Victoria's Italian Cuisine is that go-to Fox Cities spot when you want Italian favorites in giant, shareable…
Victoria's Italian Cuisine
RestaurantsChicago Grill
RestaurantsWhen a proper Chicago dog, juicy burger, or Italian beef dunked in au jus is calling, Downtown Chicago Grill answers with big flavor and…
Chicago Grill
RestaurantsGeorge's Steak House
RestaurantsGeorge's Steak House is Appleton’s longtime go-to for award-winning steaks and prime rib, with seafood, chicken, veal, lamb and pork riding…
George's Steak House
RestaurantsSangria's Mexican Grill
RestaurantsFresh-made margaritas, hand-crafted tableside guac, and molcajetes that arrive sizzling make Sangria's Mexican Grill a weeknight win. The…
Sangria's Mexican Grill
RestaurantsBuffalo Wild Wings
RestaurantsChain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.
Buffalo Wild Wings
RestaurantsEllinor
RestaurantsEllinor keeps things upscale casual without the fuss, centering an open kitchen and a wood-fired oven that touches pretty much everything.…
Ellinor
RestaurantsRed Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews
RestaurantsChain for gourmet burgers & other American comfort fare.
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews
RestaurantsKatsu-Ya of Japan
RestaurantsMake this week’s hangout tastier with hibachi sizzle and fresh rolls at Katsu-Ya of Japan. From hibachi that brings the heat to creative…
Katsu-Ya of Japan
RestaurantsCozumel Mexican Grill
RestaurantsCozumel Mexican Grill is the move when you want crowd-pleasing Mexican classics, big portions and cocktails that actually taste like a…
Cozumel Mexican Grill
RestaurantsTwo Brothers Family Restaurant
RestaurantsTwo Brothers Family Restaurant keeps it classic Oshkosh with made-from-scratch hash browns, homemade soups, and hearty comfort plates from…
Two Brothers Family Restaurant
RestaurantsChristianos Pizza
RestaurantsBetween imported Italian flour, Wisconsin mozzarella, and dough made fresh daily, Christianos Pizza turns weeknights into a brick-oven…
Christianos Pizza
RestaurantsBroken Tree Taproom & Pizza of Appleton
RestaurantsCraving a midweek dinner upgrade? This week, Broken Tree Taproom & Pizza of Appleton is slinging Italian-inspired, American-style…
Broken Tree Taproom & Pizza of Appleton
RestaurantsTakiza Mexican Cuisine
RestaurantsTakiza Mexican Cuisine is the move when you want legit Mexican flavors right here in town. Think sizzling fajitas, birria tacos and lengua…
Takiza Mexican Cuisine
RestaurantsThe Taqueria
RestaurantsLocal and family-owned, The Taqueria is all about street-style flavor made to order, with fresh, house-prepared fillings you can mix and…
The Taqueria
RestaurantsThe Chalice
RestaurantsThe Chalice is that family-owned Oshkosh standby for over 40 years, serving classic American comfort food and well-made drinks, from…
The Chalice
RestaurantsAuthor's Kitchen and Bar
RestaurantsInternational dishes, brunch & cocktails served in a relaxed destination with wood & brick accents.
Author's Kitchen and Bar
RestaurantsBuffalo Wild Wings
RestaurantsChain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.
Buffalo Wild Wings
RestaurantsSushi Lover Appleton
RestaurantsWhen the sushi craving hits midweek, check out Sushi Lover Appleton for an all-you-can-eat lineup of made-to-order rolls and hibachi, built…
Sushi Lover Appleton
RestaurantsSlim Chickens
RestaurantsCounter-serve chain specializing in chicken dishes, plus Southern sides & desserts served in jars.
Slim Chickens
RestaurantsGlass Nickel Pizza Co. – Appleton
RestaurantsGlass Nickel Pizza Co. – Appleton keeps weeknights easy with creative, craveable pies and classic pastas made by folks who actually have…
Glass Nickel Pizza Co. – Appleton
RestaurantsApple Valley Pancake House Appleton
RestaurantsApple Valley Pancake House Appleton keeps it classic with fluffy pancakes, loaded omelets, and their self-proclaimed biggest skillets in…
Apple Valley Pancake House Appleton
RestaurantsWingstop
RestaurantsCasual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.
Wingstop
RestaurantsSakura Japanese Steakhouse
RestaurantsCraving fresh rolls and a little tableside flair without leaving town? Sakura Japanese Steakhouse delivers with crisp sushi, lively hibachi…
Sakura Japanese Steakhouse
RestaurantsTomaso's
RestaurantsTomaso's keeps Fox Cities pizza nights easy with local-ingredient pies plus apps, salads, and subs for the whole crew. They cater and host…
Tomaso's
RestaurantsAkame Sushi
RestaurantsAkame Sushi does all-you-can-eat that’s actually made to order, not sitting in steam trays, with 200-plus options from sashimi and nigiri…
Akame Sushi
RestaurantsRye Restaurant
RestaurantsRye Restaurant keeps Appleton eaters on their toes with a chef-driven menu that changes with the seasons, everything made from scratch…
Rye Restaurant
RestaurantsZaronis Pizza
RestaurantsZaronis Pizza is the locally owned spot that’s been dishing out creative pies, loaded mac ’n’ cheese, and wings since 2010, with video…
Zaronis Pizza
RestaurantsDong Po Restaurant
RestaurantsCasual restaurant serving a variety of Asian fare, including sushi, in a comfortable setting.
Dong Po Restaurant
RestaurantsAngel's Restaurant
RestaurantsAngel's Restaurant is the kind of Fox Cities standby where fluffy pancakes, made-to-order omelets, and cinnamon-swirl French toast share…
Angel's Restaurant
RestaurantsThe Bar - The Avenue
RestaurantsWhether you’re catching the Pack or just craving something crispy, The Bar - The Avenue nails the combo of famous wings, pizzas, and plenty…
The Bar - The Avenue
RestaurantsFazoli's
RestaurantsFast-food chain doling out baked pastas, subs, pizza & other casual Italian fare plus custom combos.
Fazoli's
RestaurantsGalvan's Restaurant & Pancake House
RestaurantsGalvan's Restaurant & Pancake House has been a north Appleton staple since 1998, serving truly big breakfasts, jumbo burgers, and those…
Galvan's Restaurant & Pancake House
RestaurantsLuigis Pizza of Appleton
RestaurantsFamily-owned Luigi's Pizza of Appleton turns out decked-out pies like the fiery NEW Volcano and the hometown-nod Green Bay Style, plus…
Luigis Pizza of Appleton
RestaurantsSpats
RestaurantsSpats is the Appleton landmark you already know, but this week make it count with hand-breaded fish on Friday, Wisconsin-only beers, and a…
Spats
RestaurantsCinder's Charcoal Grill Kensington Dr
RestaurantsSince 2006, Cinder's Charcoal Grill Kensington Dr has been Appleton’s go-to for smoky, from-scratch goodness, grilling fresh burgers and…
Cinder's Charcoal Grill Kensington Dr
RestaurantsTipsy Taco & Tequila Bar
RestaurantsWhen the midweek slump hits, Tipsy Taco & Tequila Bar delivers a Frida-themed hangout with original margaritas, creative tacos, and that…
Tipsy Taco & Tequila Bar
RestaurantsMr Brews Taphouse Oshkosh
RestaurantsCraving a legit craft combo? Mr Brews Taphouse Oshkosh pairs hand-crafted Certified Hereford Beef burgers with a rotating lineup of craft…
Mr Brews Taphouse Oshkosh
RestaurantsOtōto
RestaurantsOtōto is the small, family-run ramen shop you end up recommending to everyone in Appleton, with broth simmered fresh daily, an open…
Otōto
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