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They are still going strong, and we dropped in early on a Sunday morning for our traditional visit whilst in Door County. We picked up a couple of smoked Atlantic salmon fillets (currently $14.49/lb) on this visit. They also now sell smoked shrimp for $18.99/lb, and that's new since our last visit (albeit 4 years ago). Jill was on duty and she is the daughter-in-law of Charlie. She said her son is being groomed to be the 4th generation to run this renowned family business and that's great to hear. Big thumbs up, best wishes, and keep up the great work! read more

Charlie's Smokehouse - A Sunday early morning display, June 2026. - Smokehouse Near Me - Ellison Bay, Wisconsin

Charlie's Smokehouse - June 2026. - Smokehouse Near Me - Ellison Bay, Wisconsin

Charlie's Smokehouse - Jill wraps up our Atlantic salmon fillets. - Smokehouse Near Me - Ellison Bay, Wisconsin

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Leslie S.

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Smelled wonderful when I walked iin, they had four kinds of smoked fish, salmon, trout, whitefish and....something else I can't remember. Also they had cooked shrimp, guessing it was smoked also..... The trout was from Lake Huron and the whitefish was from Lake Michigan, so those are the two I got. I thought the price was really reasonable and they were both delicious, and totally different, of course. The place was clean and bright, and they all kinds of other little things, like mustards, local sodas, chips and shirts and cups, ice cream, postcards. Service was quick and friendly. Was it the best smoked fish in Door County, like I'd read about? Maybe, I don't know for sure since this is the only place in the county I've gotten smoked fish, but it very well could be true! read more

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Justin M.

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This was our second visit to Charlie's Smokedhouse and it was just as amazing as the first! Two years ago, we grabbed smoked trout to-go and loved it. This year, while spending a few nights in Door County, we went back every day for more (don't judge) this time enjoying both the Lake Michigan whitefish and smoked trout. I even had the chance to chat with John, one of their smoke masters, and learned that they brined and smoke the fish right on-site, year-round. They also offer domestic shipping. If you're a smoked fish fan, this place is a must-visit! read more

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Dana C.

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Love to visit Charlie's Smokehouse every time we are in Door. Fresh caught white fish, smoked Atlantic salmon and many others fishes. This time we tried the frozen crab cakes turned out amazing! Friendly family owned businesses with ice cream & other treats. Spectacular view off the deck on of Gills Rock at Deaths Door. read more

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Wanda H.

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Stopped in for something to quench our thirst and ended up with a tasty snack to keep going. Cozy little store with a good variety of smoked fish. We got the dip and pita chips and went onto the back porch to stuff our faces. Service was good and the price paid was very reasonable. read more

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Robin H.

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Delicious smoked fish- lots of kinds but we tried the salmon and the whitefish. Also the whitefish spread!!!! Service was great, and it's a cute little fish shop. read more

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Linda B.

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This place brings me back to my childhood at the local Fish stores in my hometown. I love how they wrap the fish in newspaper and label it. They have a gorgeous location with a deck overlooking the tip of the peninsula. Staff is very knowledgeable and friendly and their products are amazing. They even have frozen whitefish cut up ready for a boil at home or fillets and various fish. read more

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Jessica A.

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Absolutely delicious! Charlie's has been on my family's list of must stop places since I was a little girl. Cute little shop down by the top of the peninsula of Door County with souvenirs but most importantly smoked fish! The Atlantic salmon is our favorite. Try the smoked fish spread too! Service always with a smile and they're helpful with any questions. read more

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Bill R.

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Without question the best smoked fish I've ever come across. Small, quaint and super high quality. The REAL thing. Wanted a slab of everything but fell back and just got a nice chunk of smoked salmon. It was delicious. Cracked open some spreadable cheese and nice crackers and had a feast. Service is intimate with the owners right there onsite. Super highly recommend without any reservations but with one supporting comment. Make sure you stop and buy some product. If you don't you'll be kicking yourself 20 miles down the road. read more

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Angie G.

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We go out of our way to get smoked salmon at Charlie's. They also have a small selection of Renauds cheese and chocolate covered cherries.

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Michele M.

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Oh my goodness. The smell of the smoked fish lured me in and I am so glad it did. Delicious smoked white fish! Probably one of the best I've had in 50 yrs. I also picked up some smoked fish spread which was also delicious. I only regret I didn't buy more!!! It vanished quickly in our bellies read more

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Gini S.

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Excellent! Smells wonderful. Very fresh smoked food! Great variety. Very helpful staff. Food tasted incredible. Would strongly recommend! Will go again if in the area. read more

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Ronald M.

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This place is an awesome place for smoked fish and cheeses too. We have been going to Door County for many years and never stopped here before. This trip we stopped and I purchased smoked whitefish dip and some cheddar cheese and they were both excellent. I will be going here again during future trips. Next visit maybe some smoked salmon and enjoy the goodness. This place is located near Gill's Rock in Door County is the furthest you can drive up there, but worth the trip. Try it you will love it. read more

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Kaitlynn M.

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Drove all the way up Door County to try out Charlie's Smokehouse! I thought that the smoke salmon that they have cooked there for you is delicious! Definitely get that if you are going up there. We also had the whitefish dip, which was good, but there was another whitefish producer in Door County that I preferred (Charlie's was a bit heavy on the cream cheese). The view from the back patio is gorgeous so if it is a nice day out, sit out there with a soda and some salmon! read more

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Doug P.

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The wonderful aroma hits you as soon as you exit your car! Excellent smoked whitefish.

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PJ C.

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I love places like this - anything smoked especially fish is high on my list. The reviews are very strong so we stopped on our way to catching the ferry to Washington Island (which we didn't end up taking given the lake was angry). When we got out of the car we were enveloped in the scent of smoke. That alone was a sign of an authentic smokehouse. I was tempted to buy more and should have but we just got a couple of their spreads/dips - the smoked salmon and the smoked whitefish. Next time. read more

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Sophie Y.

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When we were visiting Door County over Memorial Weekend, we were told that Charlie's smokehouse offers some nice smoked white fish. We stayed in Sister Bay and the drive was about 20 mins up north. There were a few parking spots in the front. The store is very unassuming and two ladies were working. We got a few pieces of smoked salmon, whitefish and trout. Very flavorful and we actually finished the smoked trout in the car (oops, didn't make it back to Madison!) Reasonable prices and very friendly staffs. Will definitely stop by again on our next visit! read more

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Anna S.

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I been a client for 10 years. Best ever smoke salmon. All my family just love it!! even my little grandchildren.

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Top D.

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Incredible, delicate, flavorful, moist and perfectly made smoked fish. The salmon is hands down some of the best! It's cooked so perfectly, and every bite is both firm and buttery. Wonderful. I'm going to ship it across America. I miss Door county so much! read more

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Michelle G.

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Yum yum yum. So delicious! The service was awesome. (Adorable Young woman-family owner) . The smoked salmon is all I ever need in life. Must try! read more

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Tim D.

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Been going to Door County for many years and have always seemed to not stop at Charlie's Smoked Fish shop. This trip we did and what a wonderful surprise awaited us!! Fresh smoked salmon Atlantic & Pacific, White fish from the lake. Wow hard to choose. The lovely lady (Mrs. Charlie?) gave a wonderful rundown on each of the fishes available. We settled for the Atlantic Salmon and local Whitefish. Just absolutely delicious!!! read more

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Mary C.

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The fish is so fresh and delicious. Love that they are open on Sundays. The salmon spread is yummy!

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Anthony O.

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What words to describe the best smoked salmon I've had in my life? It is beyond description and explanation the BEST smoked salmon you will ever have. Period. I've had smoked salmon from coast to coast and on other continents....this is the best. Do this. read more

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Stephen R.

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Just stopped here and had a magnificent experience eating smoked salmon dip on ritz crackers while afterwards eating a great ice cream cone. A great place to watch the water on the deck while satisfying the craving! read more

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B D C.

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Best smoked fish ever! Buy more than you think you'll want. You will be giving this away to your best friends when you get home. read more

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Lin Z.

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I am not fish lover, but the salmon is amazing. I bought three more pieces salmon for my friends. read more

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Ronald F.

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Must stop on the way out of the Door every time. Smoked fish is excellent!!! Spreads are excellent too!!!

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Trent C.

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I basically inhaled this smoked salmon. I highly recommend getting this and a sleeve of crackers. Next time I'm in the area I'll be trying more smoked fish. read more

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Donna S.

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Great fish! Even for those of us that don't really like fish very much. My in laws love this for their Christmas dinner.

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Five stars all the way. Do not let the outside or inside steer you away. It is nothing to look at but they have the best smoked salmon I have ever eaten. Every time I am there, the place is busy. If you like smoked fish, this is a must stop in Door County! read more

Charlie's Smokehouse - The best smoked salmon! Trust me. - Smokehouse Near Me - Ellison Bay, Wisconsin

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Rain M.

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Literally the best Smoked Salmon to ever grace this planet!! Cannot recommend enough!!! It's life changing.

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Lisa L.

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Best smoked Atlantic salmon we've ever eaten!! Excellent whitefish!! Give this place a try!! read more

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Rick R.

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Great little place with excellent smoked fish (salmon, trout, whitefish) and they sell the bags that keep you food hot/cold so you can keep your smoked fish fresh longer while you continue to explore the area. You'll also find a few other Door County souvenirs or snacks to purchase. The owners are friendly and the service is great! read more

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Kristen C.

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This place is REALLY awesome! Small selection of nice souvenirs, fantastic outdoor patio, best smoked salmon/salmon dip I've ever had and really nice staff. Decent prices. Glad we stopped and highly recommend it! read more

Charlie's Smokehouse - Smoked fish dips and smoked salmon - Smokehouse Near Me - Ellison Bay, Wisconsin

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Bill G.

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This small smokehouse is worth visiting when in northern door county. The smoked fish is excellent and smoked on site with wood from the local area. read more

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Craig K.

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Excellent smoked fish which I highly recommend. The trout and Atlantic Samon are well worth the money. I will be doing regular orders from now on. For what you pay in the grocery store for a small piece of smoked fish the quality of charlies you can not even compare them. Do yourself a favor and give it a try. The whole process of ordering and sending you the confirmation is spit on. read more

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Jason S.

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Make the scenic trip up to Gills Rock and stop in for some smoked fish to accompany a picnic, for a bee dinner appetizer or to make some amazing cracker spreads! Walk in the door, pick your piece(s!), pay and thank me later! read more

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Nancy L.

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We stopped in because my sister and husband loved it for a lunch on smoked fish and ice cream on patio outside. Beautiful day and stopped in for ice cream. People working NOT friendly at all!!! Enough said. Ice cream great read more

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Angie G.

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Quite a drive and a bit hard to find. We were disappointed with the small selection. Were told there was a shipment due in any time. Quality was good. Prices seemed high. read more

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Justin M.

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So happy they actually opened up. Was passing by and stopped in. Almost didn't buy anything cause you can't choose your size. Wish I would have bought more. The only actual local fish waS the white fish so that's what I chose. It was so juicy and not fishy and smoked just right. You just need to be mindful of tiny bones. We ate the whole piece and even the kids enjoyed it. Pleasantly surprised. Would like to try the others. read more

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12731 State Hwy 42
Ellison Bay, WI 54210
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(920) 854-2972
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http://www.charliessmokehouse.com

Hours

What time does Charlie's Smokehouse open?

Charlie's Smokehouse opens at 9:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Charlie's Smokehouse close?

Charlie's Smokehouse closes at 5:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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Does Charlie's Smokehouse take credit cards?

Yes, Charlie's Smokehouse takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Charlie's Smokehouse serve alcohol?

No, Charlie's Smokehouse does not serve alcohol.

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Does Charlie's Smokehouse allow dogs?

Yes, Charlie's Smokehouse allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Charlie's Smokehouse have bike parking?

Yes, Charlie's Smokehouse has bike parking.

Does Charlie's Smokehouse have outdoor seating?

Yes, Charlie's Smokehouse has outdoor seating options.

Does Charlie's Smokehouse have parking?

Yes, Charlie's Smokehouse has parking options.

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Is Charlie's Smokehouse wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Charlie's Smokehouse is wheelchair accessible.

Does Charlie's Smokehouse have free WiFi?

No, Charlie's Smokehouse does not have free WiFi.

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3.4(279 reviews)

20.7 mi

Started with a Cherry Wheat beer. Refreshing. Ordered a beef brisket melt with Swiss cheese. I…read morethought it was really terrific. I'll have this again. Had a friend who had a perch fish fry on a Friday night and was an improvement over past attempts. Ordered a bourbon manhattan on the rocks at outdoor bar which was very water downed. Disappointing

Hubs and I were in Egg Harbor for a gloriously beautiful Labor Day weekend. Spent a lot of time at…read morea music festival up north in Sister Bay, decided to head back to Egg Harbor for dinner. We decided to give this place a try for dinner because we could smell the smoke while on a walk earlier this morning. We do our own smoking at home, and love to try other barbecue. This is a very casual place, like most of Door County. I think it's been renovated to add the outside area in back. The bar room is Wisconsin old-style paneled walls, the oval bar fills the room! It's tight and really a one-person aisle--you have to be careful of servers bringing large trays of food in the same aisle. The indoor dining room is plain and nothing special. We sat outside on the covered patio. The bay views are nice. Service was prompt and friendly. The food is ok. I had the smoked chicken and hubs did the brisket. We both felt the proteins were too dry. Good smoked meat is moist and flavorful, this really needed the help of the sauce. The sides (coleslaw, mac & cheese, baked beans) were ok as well. I did like the sauce! We ate our dinners and didn't leave hungry, but wished for better. It was a busy holiday weekend and maybe things just got a bit off for them? With so many other great restaurants in the area, we probably won't go back unless it's necessary, I.e they are open fairly late.

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Walt's Smokehouse Meats

5.0(1 review)

66.2 mi

Fresh meat daily! Brats, ribs, side salads! Lunch to go great for road trips!!…read moreWe were driving down Honor Hwy on our way to Midland and found this great little side of the road spot! It's a little meat shop off of the side of his house and boy did this place start to fill up! July 4th and he was working it making lots of people's parties well stocked with Michigan meat :)

Port City Smokehouse

4.3(58 reviews)

59.8 mi

The bbq brisket sandwich, mac n cheese, and coleslaw are incredible. Highly recommend!read more

This was our first visit to the store. It is on the northwest corner of the lower peninsula of…read moreMichigan. It's a very busy store with a lot of Customer traffic. This store is not just a fish processing, smokehouse and serves takeout dinners which I did not try yet. There are plenty of workers and service was quick. There is no place to sit and eat. It is all takeout. We were here on a Friday morning of Labor Day weekend. A very busy time in Michigan's vacation land. There is plenty of parking in a lot adjacent to the store and on the street but watch out for the crazy bike drivers who think they own the road one of the old guys nearly ran me over because he thought he owned the road or maybe he didn't know how to drive a bicycle. Just the word of caution. Will I return? Yes, because it's the only fish, fresh fish, store within 50 or 60 miles of Frankfort. I compare fish processing outlets, to a business just outside Mackinaw city named Big Stone Bay Fishery. We were not in looking for a place to eat just for some fresh fish, and some smoked fish. I think that Big Stone Bay Fishery accommodates the customer better. for instance, they freely provide the customer with ice for the trip back home to the Detroit area.

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4.4(73 reviews)

15.6 mi

Family-owned & operated

Established in 2022

Such a fun and unique dinner experience! The fish boil isn't just about the food--the explanation…read moreand the whole "show" while they're making dinner made it so entertaining. I also loved that you order ahead. We ordered the shrimp and corn, thinking that was basically what we were getting, but there was SO much more food than we expected! It also came with white potatoes, sweet potatoes, onion, mushrooms, Brussels sprouts, celery, and cornbread. Everything was absolutely delicious, and the portions were incredibly generous. We skipped the cherry pie, and the only reason I'm glad we did is because we were completely stuffed by the end of dinner! Such a great meal and a really memorable experience!

Reservations are required with a credit card, and everything has to be ordered ahead of time, so…read morethis is definitely a place you'll want to plan for. The atmosphere was very nice and had a more upscale, higher-class feel than I was expecting. We tried the baked chicken, fish boil, and BBQ ribs. The ribs were tasty and probably my favorite of the three. The fish boil came with nice chunky pieces of whitefish along with potatoes, onions, corn on the cob, sausage, celery, mushrooms, sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts, and garlic. Personally, I wasn't a big fan of having the fish served in the broth/soup, but that's more of a personal preference than a knock on the quality of the food. The baked chicken was also prepared well. They offer the fish boil daily with seatings at 5:30 and 7:30, which makes for a unique Door County dining experience. Overall, good food, a nice atmosphere, and something different to try while visiting Door County. The ribs were definitely a standout for me. Thank You

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Walts Smokehouse

1.0(1 review)

66.5 mi

Worst smoked food I've ever had!! Don't both even going! There was some type of green slime stuff…read moreon the ribs, and they tasted nasty!!! Don't know how long they had sat there, but they were pretty rank.

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Coyote Roadhouse

4.0(229 reviews)

18.1 mi

This is one of my favorite hidden gem restaurants in Door County! Tucked away by Kangaroo Lake just…read morea few minutes outside Baileys Harbor, this family friendly restaurant and bar has great outdoor dining with a little water overlook and lots of lawn games! It's a very relaxed vibe and nice and helpful service but the food is maybe surprisingly some of best casual dining I've had on the peninsula. It's the definitive Door County spot for ribs, they are excellent here. With an awesome BBQ sauce that's featured in a few other dishes too. Everything we've tried here has been delicious! The chicken sandwiches feature a large and juicy cut of flavorful chicken and the chicken strips do too! The fried shrimp is excellent and filling too, we've never been disappointed here.

What a hidden gem off the beaten path in Door County! Near Kangaroo Lake outside Baileys Harbor, we…read morealways make it to Coyote Roadhouse. Outstanding food, including an excellent rack of BBQ ribs. Shrimp and chicken options are also very good, generous portions, tender and delicious. This time I had the Kanga Reuben and it did not disappoint. We've also enjoyed the onion loaf in the past. It is HUGE and delicious!! Service is fast, helpful and friendly. The interior is a quaint diner/bar but outdoor seating in nice weather is perfect. Lots of fun activities to occupy the kids while you relax with a cold draft or cherry margarita. Worth the drive!

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Pit Bros. Barbecue

4.5(12 reviews)

31.3 mi

Amazing food and service. My husband and I love that they have options to sit outside and eat.read more

Awesome chow. Great BBQ. Great service: Friendly, personable, courteous, and professional staff…read more Not much else I can say, highly recommended if you want actual BBQ...

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Tastebuds Smokehouse

2.6(25 reviews)

33.6 mi

HORRIBLE FOOD!!!!!!!! Biscuits, after a doordash trip across town, so stale and hard they could not…read moreeven be CUT!!! RAW, hashbrowns!!!!! The cook should be demoted, if not out right let go, and management is failing at BEST, when a pathetic order such as this leaves the establishment. ZERO EXCUSES FOR THIS POOR QUALITY!

I ordered door dash last night. Ordered pulled pork mac and cheese. I got the order and there was…read moreno pulled pork on it. Called the restaurant and left a voicemail about it and didn't receive a call back. $16 for subpar mac and cheese with no pulled pork.

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4.6(68 reviews)

84.2 mi

Looking for a yummy lunch on your trip through the UP? With limited options, we back tracked to get…read morelunch at Curious Pig and I am glad we did. We pulled up to the restaurant on a Tuesday mid afternoon and were pleasantly surprised by the entire experience. Service was friendly and welcoming. I don't think I've been to a cleaner restaurant. Ever. The food... being from Texas we are bbq snobs. And this bbq did not disappoint especially considering its location up north. From the 5 sauces given to us which were labeled (loved this so we could remember which was which), the creamy mac and cheese to the perfectly seasoned pulled pork, everything was so good. The ribs were nicely sauced and perfectly tender. We split a 2 meat (pilled pork and 3 ribs) with 2 sides ( mac and cheese and chili (up-charge)). The portions were generous and well priced. Re-route your trip, and stop by the Curious Pig! You won't be disappointed.

Updating my review. The good - the ribs are amazing, the…read morebrisket chili is so good, and the cornbread is yummy. The Mac and cheese looks delicious but is ok, not much flavor. The BBQ baked beans are ok. The hush puppies & pimento cheese appetizer was ok. The hush puppies were dry and bland. The pimento cheese was good though. The bad - the Rueben sandwich. The meat was good but it was just huge chunks, not shaved. I could not eat the sandwich or enjoy it. It all just fell apart. Disappointing. I wanted to say something but the owner did not seem overly friendly or wanted to bother talking to us. I will go back but just order a meat platter or ribs.

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Klaud's Kitchen

4.5(56 reviews)

10.2 mi

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Klaud's Kitchen is a place where good food is the most accurate description of this place, staff…read moreand management are very nice and caring, and the atmosphere is incredible. Klaud's yes!

One of our favorite spots! We keep coming back and bringing friends...buddies ordered the brisket…read moreand Reuben and loved them! Service is always good and we love sitting outside. Pastry display is beautiful. Nice spot...