Waukesha Pewaukee offers a fantastic array of outdoor dining experiences during the summertime. There are many sunny locations to check out, including lakesides, patios, gardens, and rooftop dining. You’ll want to make a favorites list to be sure you visit them all while the weather is perfect! Plus, with an impressive variety of food options to explore, there’s something for everyone. So, take a look at our list to plan your outdoor dining adventures.
KEY:B=Breakfast • L=Lunch • D=Dinner • GF=Gluten-Free •KF=Kid-friendly w/kids menu S=Snacks
Lakeside Views
Artisan 179 • Pewaukee • Modern global cuisine • L, D, GF
Beach House Bistro • Pewaukee • Small plates Meditteranean restaurant • D
Brewers Two • Pewaukee • Casual café • B, L, GF
Curly’s Waterfront Sports Bar & Grill • Pewaukee • Casual bar and grill • L, D
Gina’s Sports Dock • Pewaukee • Casual bar and grill • L, D
Seester’s Mexican Cantina • Pewaukee • Cozy authentic Mexican restaurant • L, D, KF
Sunset Grill Pewaukee Lake • Pewaukee • Casual bar and grill • L, D
The Chocolate Factory • Pewaukee • Ice cream, subs and more • L, D
Outdoor Patios with Street Views
Café de Arts • Waukesha • Casual coffee house with pastries and lunch items • B, L, GF
Casa Tequila • Waukesha • Classic Mexican cuisine • L, D
Copilot Coffee Co • Waukesha • Casual café serving specialty drinks • B, L
Crush Wine Bar • Waukesha • A friendly and fun place to drink good wine • S
Good Eats Cafe • Pewaukee • Upscale breakfast and lunch cafe with coffee roasted onsite daily • B, L, GF
John’s Drive-In • Waukesha • Homemade root beer, known for hot dogs, fish fries and burgers
La Estacion • Waukesha • Located in an old train depot serving Mexican cuisine • L, D, Sunday Brunch
Magellan’s on Main Street • Waukesha • Casual bar known for pizzas • D
Mainstream Bar & Grill • Waukesha • Casual bar and grill known for amazing burgers • L (select days), D
Mama D’s • Waukesha • Classy coffee, cozy destination • B, L, GF
Mia’s Italian Cuisine • Waukesha • Italian pasta, pizza, and garlic bread • L, D, KF
Park Avenue Pizza Company • Pewaukee • Casual pizza, burgers and more • L, D
People’s Park • Waukesha • Casual American fare • L, D, Weekend Brunch
Rochester Deli • Waukesha • Casual lunch café serving soups, salads and sandwiches • L, D, GF
Sobelman’s Pub & Grill • Waukesha • Casual pub/grill known for Bloody Mary’s and burgers • L, D
Spring City Wine House • Waukesha • A relaxing environment where you can explore wines at your own pace • S
The Steaming Cup • Waukesha • Café and coffeehouse serving sandwiches and baked items •B, L, GF
The Neighbors Bar & Grille • Waukesha • Sports bar and grille • L, D
Thunder Bay Grille • Pewaukee • Regionally sourced entrees and hand-crafted dishes •Brunch, L, D
Tofte’s Table • Waukesha • Upscale sharable plates • D, GF
Outdoor Patios
5 O’Clock Club • Pewaukee • Family-owned supper club • L, D, KF
Butler Inn of Pewaukee • Supper club • D
Casa Tequilla • Waukesha • Casual Mexican restaurant • L, D, KF
Hop Harvest & Vine • Waukesha • Healthy dining experience using 100% certified organic produce • L, D, G
Jack’s Café • Waukesha • Lunch café serving soup, sandwiches, wine & beer • L
Margaritas Mexican Grill • Waukesha • A family restaurant offering classic Mexican cuisine and drinks • B, L, D, KF
Rooftop Dining
People’s Park • Waukesha • Casual American fare • Brunch (weekends), L, D
