There are restaurants, there are local favorites, and then there's Franks’ Diner. For 100 years, Franks has been serving breakfast from the same historic lunch car that was shipped to Kenosha by rail and pulled into place by six horses. It's the oldest continuously operating lunch car diner in the…
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In this interview for the 2026 Kenosha Area Visitors Guide, we learn more about the Kenosha Beach House on Simmons Island from its operator Meryl Strichartz. This seasonal attraction is located on our beautiful Lake Michigan shore at 5001 Simmons Island Road. It's believed that the 1934 Tudor…
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Inside Revival Room Resale! There’s a certain kind of shop you walk into and immediately think, yeah… this is my place. That’s the energy at Revival Room Resale. Located on 14th Avenue, this curated vintage resale store is packed with 90s, Y2K, and one-of-a-kind pieces that feel anything but…
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A Story of Confidence, Connection, and Community! In Downtown Kenosha, just a few blocks from our iconic lakefront, surrounded by restaurants, shops, and a rapidly evolving local scene, you’ll find a business that many people still discover by surprise: In the Garden of Eden. “I had no idea this…
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In this interview for the 2026 Kenosha Area Visitors Guide, we learn more about Wilmot Raceway, which is located at the Kenosha County Fairgrounds. The 76th season of auto racing starts May 2, 2026. Other events are also held at the track and camping is available on-site. Meet Jenny Hesse, Kenosha…
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If you’ve been to Johnny’Z Animal House on Kenosha’s Northside, chances are you’ve met Onna Bjork. And if you’ve met Onna, chances are you didn’t just order a drink — you had a conversation, shared a laugh, maybe did a shot, and probably made a new friend. That’s not by accident. As General Manager…
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Some stories feel bigger than business. Some feel bigger than a restaurant. This is one of those stories. After 18 unforgettable years, The Daily Dose Café, a place that has served breakfast, comfort, connection, and community on the corner of 60th Street and 40th Avenue, has officially entered a…
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Step inside Morelli's Deli Catering on 75th Street and you’ll feel it instantly — that unmistakable Kenosha warmth, the kind that hits you before the smell of homemade soup even reaches your nose. For 25 years, Morelli’s has been more than a deli. It’s been a neighborhood anchor, a gathering spot, a…
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Francesca & Co. Salon is more than a place for great hair—it’s a slice of home. Founded by first-generation Italian American and Kenosha native Francesca Kolens, the salon is built on family values, a strong work ethic, and the kind of hospitality that makes you feel like you're part of the famiglia…
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There’s something special about the holiday season in Kenosha — the lights glow a little brighter, the lakefront feels a little cozier, and our small businesses shine in a way only locals understand. From festive storefronts and family traditions to community events that bring everyone together, the…
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