bonfire at Kenosha Beach House on Simmons Island

Cup O' Joe Coffeehouse and the Iconic Orange Couch

Located in Twin Lakes, a village in the western part of Kenosha County, Cup O' Joe Coffeehouse offers more than just great coffee – it’s a vibrant community hub with a Friends-themed twist. Owned by Dena Prestininzi and Kim Hill, this cozy café boasts a Warner Bros. replica of the iconic Orange…

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Beloved Yee’s Oriental Inn Re-Opens as Mr. Yee’s

-Now Open For Carryout- Mr. Yee’s, formerly Yee’s Oriental Inn, is now open for carryout orders. The wait is over as long-time customers and curious new patrons of the Oriental Inn are now able to order takeout from the iconic Kenosha restaurant. The business changed hands from Willy Yee to Dino…

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Kenosha's Hidden Gems: Discovering POC-Owned Businesses

People of Color-owned businesses in Kenosha are making an incredible mark on our community. Visit Kenosha is honoring our POC-owned tourism partners by celebrating their contributions to our city! Some of Kenosha's most inspiring spaces, from coffee shops to art studios and event spaces, are…

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Foodie Famous

Mars Cheese Castle. Brat Stop. Franks’ Diner. You’ll often hear about these three Kenosha landmarks on television. Many sportscasts will mention Brat Stop and Mars Cheese Castle, given both places are located off Interstate 94/41. You’ll hear about broadcasters and players visiting the famous stops…

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It’s a Brunch Thing

There is something extra special about a leisurely meal paired with the perfect beverage. The magic of brunch involves sleeping in, eating great food, and ordering a mimosa or bloody mary to give the rest of your day a little boost! We’ve got the scoop on the best spots for weekend breakfast and…

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Pizza and Pasta Cravings

Pizza, pasta, bombers…oh my! With so many Italian restaurants around the Kenosha area, it can be a saucy decision to make when the pizza and pasta cravings hit. Here’s a quick list to make lunch and dinner decisions a bit easier when you decide that Italian food is on the menu! Casa Capri Since…

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Take It Cheesy

Wisconsin is all about cheese, that much is true. However, the cheesy eats don’t stop with cheddar and cheese curds. Check out these sweet and savory cheese-filled dishes at Kenosha Area restaurants and shops! Cheddar Brat at Brat Stop Mac-and-Cheese at Captain Mike’s Beer & Burger Bar Cannoli at…

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Squeaky Fresh or Deep-Fried Cheese Curds

Cheese curds make everything better. Fresh or fried, cheese curds can put a smile on anybody’s face. If you need a cheesy pick-me-up while in Kenosha, you don’t have to look too far…and if eating cheese makes you happy, welcome to cheese curd paradise. Fresh Curds If fresh curds are what you seek…

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I Scream... You Scream… Happy National Ice Cream Day!

Attention, all ice cream enthusiasts! Did you know? June 7 is National Chocolate Ice Cream Day. July is National Ice Cream Month. National Ice Cream Day is the third Sunday of July. We've curated this list of some of our favorite Ice Cream related must-try treats in Kenosha, Wisconsin! Consider this…

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