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Posted in Wisconsin Nature August 05, 2019 by Daniella DiRienzo

The Beach-Themed Restaurant In Wisconsin Where It Feels Like Summer All Year Long

Did you know you can experience a little piece of Florida right here in Wisconsin? It’s true. All it takes is a visit to Twin Lakes, where you’ll find Sand Bar and Island Grill. The themed eatery is decked out in colorful Key West style décor. The beachy vibes don’t end there, though. There’s also a “Florida-inspired” menu. Oh, and did we mention it’s located right on the water? Take a look:

Sand Bar and Island Grill is like a little slice of tropical paradise – complete with a tiki bar and lots of colorful, ocean-inspired décor.

Fittingly, the restaurant is located on the water. More specifically, it’s situated in the Lake Elizabeth marina literally a few feet away from the shore.

A visit is practically guaranteed to put you in a Caribbean state of mind. And that’s no coincidence.

The restaurant’s owner has spent a great deal of time in Florida, so when decorating and furnishing the restaurant, he aimed to recreate the informal, laid-back culture of the area.

And we’d say he definitely achieved his goal. Since opening in 2009, the restaurant has consistently drawn in crowds of hungry patrons.

But it’s not just the atmosphere that keeps customers coming back. The tasty "Florida-inspired" fare is also a big hit.

Fill up on a variety of casual eats, like tacos, wraps, salads, and sandwiches. There are also plenty of seafood dishes.

In addition to menu staples, there are also weekly specials as well as fresh-shucked oysters on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Prefer turf over surf? No problem. The menu features a variety of burgers and sliders.

A drink menu full of fruity drinks only adds to the tropical experience.

Tasty food and delicious drinks aren’t all the eatery serves, though. Thanks to lots of windows, incredible waterfront views are served up daily…

…especially at sunset.

A tropical oasis in the least likely of places, Sand Bar and Island Grill is a hidden gem worth seeking out.

Sand Bar and Island Grill opens at 11 a.m. seven days a week. For more information, call (262) 877-9500. You can also visit the Sand Bar and Island Grill website or Facebook page.

Address: 3101 E. Lake Shore Drive, Twin Lakes, WI, 53181

This isn’t the only Wisconsin restaurant with a tropical vibe. Read about another here.

Daniella DiRienzo

Though Daniella was born in New York and has lived in a couple of other states, Mississippi has been her home for the past 25 years. After graduating from the University of Southern Mississippi, Daniella began to hone her writing skills through various internships, working for The Royal Obsession and Anatomie clothing. In the years since, she’s had the privilege of having her articles appear in several publications, such as Parents & Kids Magazine and Girl Meets Strong. She’s also had the honor of interviewing actress Sela Ward for The Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Experience.