Our family favorite. Seen this place from 30 years ago and every year since. The menu is basic American fare . Food is good, hours are wonky but we don't complain, ambiance is on the most beautiful place with fast efficient service. I remember as a kid the game room and bar that stuck out taking up the entire restaurant. Then our distant cousin bought it, reconstructed the inside and began selling pizza but closed then after and sold to someone who named it "the Tin plate" (didn't last long at all lol..) and now the current owners - which is a perfect fit. Always top tier service, so SO glad to see this place serve its intended purpose exactly how it's supposed to be read more

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We were forewarned by the photocopied note on the table: they have a small kitchen and their food may take awhile. That's okay, we said to each other, we'll just enjoy our beer and be patient. Well, it turns out there is a limit on our patience. After an hour (during which the waitress had not returned), we asked how much longer the fish fry would take, and were told at least 30 minutes more. We paid for the beer and left, and went to another place with an excellent fish fry served fresh within 15 minutes. Believe the warning in the note. read more

The Hitching Post Bar and Grill - Excuse note - Burgers Near Me - Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin

Love the ambiance. Been coming here since the 80's when I was a kid and hasn't changed too much (which is awesome). The Cuban is the bomb. read more

Cozy tavern with a very cool atmosphere. Friendly staff. Great cocktails. Friday fish fry is amazing.

Poor quality food. High prices. 50-60 minute wait for a cheeseburger. Better off driving a few miles and get a decent meal. I doubt tourists come back twice. Locals may get a better deal. Idk. read more

Straight out of a vacation booklet. Walking distance from our cabin and the lake. Log cabin style, cute outdoor seating and music on the weekends. Their burgers have gotten much better and are one of the best around. Pick up is available. read more

The Hitching Post Bar and Grill - Burger and fries - Burgers Near Me - Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin

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Had to check out this Yelp favorite for their Friday Night Fish Fry. So glad that I did! It's about 10 miles or so outside of Sturgeon Bay, but well worth the trip. Ordered 1 Walleye dinner & 1 Perch dinner so that the two of us could sample both varieties. Both were pan fried to perfection. Lightly coated with a tasty seasoning that enhanced rather than overpowered these delicate fish. Large portions which we happily devoured. Options for indoor or outdoor dining. read more

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Bartender asked us too many questions like she was a police officer. Not friendly, slow service and crappy drinks.

One of our favorite spots! Friendly family service and by far the BEST fried chicken sandwich in all of Door County. Not overly breaded and cooked perfectly You can even add grilled onions (no extra charge) and sun delicious onion rings for +$3. read more

This is a hidden gem. So appreciate the local entertainment and a menu that delivers consistently. Great adult beverage options as well. Service is always top notch. Thank you Hitch! read more

A very special place. Great for locals and tourists. It's got a real local Wisconsin flavor and atmosphere.

The best (perch) fish fry I've ever had, and some unique, pickle heavy potato salad. Not noisy. Owners were the chef and his bartender wife. Classic Wisconsin ambiance. read more

We love it, some due to nostalgia, some location, some because of the owners...but also because they have the best hamburgers and pan fried walleye on Friday nights. read more

Such a cool venue and tasty food! We really loved the vibe and that it was a very cool Log cabin restaurant close to the cave point park! We had pretty genuine service and really enjoyed how quick everything was ready. Definatly a reccomend spot as they have nice outdoor seating too if it's warm out! We didn't have time but also looked like a great selection of beers to relax and enjoy too! read more

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The Best!!! Love the Hitching Post! Friendly, Food, Entertainment! If you're looking for a quaint, nifty spot in Door County make sure you go yo The Hitching Post in Whitefish Bay. Only 15 minutes from Sturgeon Bay. Then go see Whitefish Dunes State Park, Glidden Lodge right down the road. Great area to visit. read more

I'm so glad to see the Hitching Post back in biz!!!!! We came in Friday night, so glad to see the place packed! We actually got seated right away too. I wish there hadn't been a limited menu tonight instead of the full menu. I'm not a whitefish person and there wasn't perch which is customary in a Door County fish fry. My husband gets a burger every time we're out and there wasn't a burger option, which is surprising. We ended up with the shrimp tacos. They were good but the coleslaw had little flavor, tasted like just plain ol sour cream and celery seed or something. The staff was very nice. The prices are a smidge steep. For two shrimp tacos (total of 4 shrimp) it was $14.00 with fries. You can get a big shrimp basket at a bar down the road for like $9....so, there's that lol. I was so excited to see online that the burger is named "The Huey." If you're not a local, you won't understand, but I'm sure if you'd ask they'd tell you the history behind that. :) I'm just so glad they're open and It's not some fricken hippie joint like it was! We'll be back to try breakfast some time soon hopefully! read more

The Hitching Post Bar and Grill - Burgers Near Me - Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin

Here I am in northern Wisconsin. Dinner plans canceled. I'm on my own. End up @ The Hitching Post Bar & Grill. Two shrimp tacos later I'm a happy guy. Good food, good pour @ the bar, friendly folks in charge. I'd come back if I was a local for sure. read more

Loved this place! The food and people are awesome, warm, helping and friendly. The space is very beautiful and calming. This is a very dog friendly place and our doggo had an amazing time! We will be back! read more

This log cabin in the woods should not be missed. Their dining room is beautiful, but the perfect summer weather drew us to their quiet patio. We enjoyed the Piggy Plus On a Bun and a Cuban sandwich. Both provided balanced flavors and a satisfying meal. Our compliments to the chef! read more

Great cheese curds, fries, and sandwiches of many kinds. Everything was delicious! Service was excellent and atmosphere cozy!

Homemade fried chicken sandwich was so yummy! I don't usually like fried foods, but this was exceptional.

Truly one of the worst fish fries I've ever had + some of the worst bar/restaurant service. It's nowhere close to the Hitching Post in its Heuy hay-day.... For $21 you get five or so pale, incredibly greasy perch filets (they were so poorly fried, the breading wasn't even sticking to the fish), half slice of rye bread, a small handful of fries, and a 1/4 cup of slaw that was swimming in dressing. The walleye was the same for $17. If you're looking for a good fish fry, don't come here. read more

This place is a CLASSIC. It is your quintessential Door County bar that is also kid-friendly (without being overbearing) and the food is really great. They also have live music every once in a while for all you music lovers. The Mexican wrap is so freaking yummy and they have a delicious grilled chicken sandwich that ISN'T DRY (like almost every other chicken sandwich!). Yes, it's slightly off the beaten path, but the area is gorgeous and worth the exploration. Plus, Whitefish Dunes and Cave Point county park (both iconic tourist attractions in Door County) are only a 5-10 min drive from HP. Truly can't recommend this place enough. read more

Exceptional, 6.5/5 Stars! Amazing service by Carol and family. Very relaxing environment, good food/drinks, and they can handle a (not-so) rowdy fishing crowd. Made us feel like we were the only people in the bar! read more

Simply the best! It's a family owned business! Andy, Carolyn, Maggie & Shelby are fantastic! They have brought the Hitch back!

Great place, great staff, owner operated, best dang chicken tenders made from actual chicken breast (not frozen pre battered) and sliced into 4 strips - simply the best..!! I've been going there since the 60's, miss ole Huey behind the bar watching Nashville line dancing shows and his comments were priceless... now Andy and Carolyn are so welcoming and fun to chat with....!!! read more

Scenic location, outdoor seating and covid readiness clean/masks/spacing. Good food and drinks. Friendly customer service. We will be back!

The cheese curd and burgers here are the best in Door County; however, the owners (Andy & Carolyn) and the customer service are even better! We will make sure to put this as a must-stop when we head North because the food is delicious, and the atmosphere is quintessentially what anyone would expect and seek in a Wisconsin bar and grill! read more

Breathe of fresh air from the main drag of door county. Service was great-we had the pulled pork sandwich. It was probably the best pork sandwich I've ever had. Atmosphere was very relaxing-will definitely be going back! read more

Came here after hiking nearby. Beer was cold. Food was excellent. Staff was awesome. Entire family works here and very friendly and personable. Will definitely come back when in the area next time. read more

Great environment, people and service. One of the best espresso martinis I ever had. Yes, they have a real espresso machine to make them right. read more

Three generations of our family absolutely love The Hitching Post. It is the kind of restaurant that makes you feel at home yet out for a special evening with friends.. The food and drink offered is sooooo good! There is enough variety for anyone's taste buds and plenty choices on their menu for adults and children. The owners and staff bend over backwards to make your dining experience one that you want to repeat often. Love the outside seating! It is at the top of our list to go to. Alice O'Brien read more

These guys are great! Highly recommend Deb's salad, the walleye sandwich, and the chowder. Extremely friendly service, quick and reliable turnaround time. Really good meal! read more

Great place not far from the condo in Door County. Fun and friendly owners that make sure you are having a good time.

The new owners have updated it and made the Hitching Post one of the best restaurants in Door County.

Ordered the chicken breast sandwich and there was something very off about it -- the texture was rubbery like it had been soaked or frozen. Had to throw the whole thing out and find a new dinner. Fries were good. Order was ready on time. read more

This is a great spot to stop and grab lunch. We visited after spending the morning at Cave Point. They had a nice lunch menu, the service was friendly, and the food was good. Some things came out right away but our smoothie, while delish, took a really long time to get. It was a little expensive so that's why I docked a star. Overall a great lunch spot if you're in the area. read more

This is a great little bar and grill. Food is tasty and atmosphere casual and friendly. It is a great spot to stop for a meal when you bike the rustic road or visiting nearby parks. We had the tuna sandwich and husband had the grilled caprese - both wonderful. read more

Great food! We tried the BBQ Plus sandwich. Very good, came with great onion rings. Man who seemed to be the owner/manager was very nice. Cute location with bean bags outside. read more

We, once again, had THE BEST ONION RINGS IN DOOR, a couple Little Soldiers, the Greek wrap and EXCELLENT company at the bar! Andy and Carolyn always make EVERYONE feel so welcomed! Great way to spend a birthday lunch! read more