Some may scoff at small-town dining, but that’s just because they haven’t been to Wisconsin! In fact, you’ll find some incredible restaurants in Wisconsin’s smaller towns, villages, and communities. And just in case you’re one of those who need convincing, here are 9 small-town restaurants in Wisconsin that’ll serve you the best meals of your life.

1. Sheila Mae’s Town Fryer (116 N Main St, Burlington, WI 53105)
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If you’re craving a good ol' home-cooked meal, Sheila Mae’s Town Fryer won’t disappoint! The long-standing restaurant serves up a slew of mouthwatering eats, including all your favorite breakfast dishes…and then some. To learn more, visit the website for Sheila Mae's Town Fryer.
2. Little Village Café (146 4th Ave, Baraboo, WI 53913)
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Housed in a restored 1940s diner that’s on the National Register of Historic Places, Little Village Café serves up great grub along with a little dose of nostalgia. A real palate pleaser, the menu is overloaded with tasty dishes that include everything from burgers and burritos to fresh seafood and homemade soups. Check out the Little Village Café website to learn more.
3. Bistro 101 (101 E Main St # 150 #150, Mt Horeb, WI 53572)
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Though located in a tiny village of just 7,000, Bistro 101 is more like something you’d find in a much larger city – and that partly has to do with its menu, which changes with the seasons to feature locally grown and foraged produce as well as fresh fish and seafood. For the latest information, visit the website for Bistro 101.
4. Garden of Eatin (19847 E Gale Ave, Galesville, WI 54630)
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If you have an affinity for great food and music, Garden of Eatin is calling your name! Step inside the one-of-a-kind eatery, and you’ll find an amazing guitar collection, lots of music memorabilia, and a menu boasting homemade food, which is all made using real butter and fresh ingredients. To learn more, visit the website for Garden of Eatin.
5. Aunt Ozie’s Café (200 Main St, Loganville, WI 53943)
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At this small-town café, you’ll find the best of the best. Seriously, just ask the café’s past patrons, who consistently use the words "the best" to describe Aunt Ozie’s Café's homemade fare, which includes breakfast dishes, pizza, fried fish, pies, and more.
6. Elizabeth’s Café (322 E Walworth Ave, Delavan, WI 53115)
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Elizabeth’s Café joined the Delavan dining scene in 1995 and has been a local favorite for nearly as long. Aside from the flavorful home-cooked fare, it’s the prices customers can’t stop raving about – the café has daily lunch and dinner specials for under $5! Visit the official Facebook page for Elizabeth’s Café to learn more.
7. Curve-In Café (1000 E Bannerman Ave, Redgranite, WI 54970)
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The next time you get a hankering for a home-cooked meal, make your way to Redgranite, where you’ll find this quaint and cozy café. Serving up great grub since 1992, Curve-In Café has had plenty of time to perfect its mouthwatering menu, which includes delicious breakfasts along with your favorite comfort foods.
8. Bellissimo Ristorante Italiano and Pizzeria (103 W Huron St, Berlin, WI 54923)
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A small-town restaurant with big-city flair, Bellissimo Ristorante Italiano and Pizzeria serves up authentic Italian cuisine that’s sure to impress even the toughest of critics. It does differ from its big-city counterparts in one way, though, and that’s its prices, which are quite reasonable. Check out the Facebook page for Bellissimo Ristorante Italiano and Pizzeria to learn more.
9. Table 65 Bistro and Gelato Café (729 N Knowles Ave, New Richmond, WI 54017)
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This self-proclaimed upscale casual restaurant offers the best of both worlds – a fine-dining fare in comfy surroundings. The menu, which includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner, features a variety of healthy options, including gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan food. To learn more, visit the website for Table 65 Bistro and Gelato Café.

Have you been to any of these small-town restaurants in Wisconsin? Which one is your favorite? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below! And if you know another must-visit eatery in the area, nominate it for a chance to be featured.

Looking for more must-visit restaurants to add to your radar? Check out our previous article: 13 Amazing Restaurants Along The Wisconsin Coast You Must Try Before You Die.

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What are the best hidden gem restaurants in Wisconsin?

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Featured Addresses
116 N Main St, Burlington, WI 53105, USA
146 4th Ave, Baraboo, WI 53913, USA
101 E Main St, Mt Horeb, WI 53572, USA
19847 E Gale Ave, Galesville, WI 54630, USA
200 Main St, Loganville, WI 53943, USA
322 E Walworth Ave, Delavan, WI 53115, USA
1000 E Bannerman Ave, Redgranite, WI 54970, USA
103 W Huron St, Berlin, WI 54923, USA
729 N Knowles Ave, New Richmond, WI 54017, USA