Cedarburg's dining landscape is ever-expanding and while you'll still find your fair share of small bar-and-grill places or classic supper clubs, new, contemporary and ethnically diverse restaurants like The Hub are popping up, especially in charming downtown.
Here is an updated account of what our neighbor to the north is bringing to the dining table. While this list doesn't cover every last eatery, it includes the newcomers as well as several perennial favorites.
Anvil Pub & Grille
N70W6340 Bridge Rd., (262) 376-2163
anvilpubandgrille.com
If you're spending the day at the Shops of Cedar Creek Settlement, an historic stone woolen mill dating back to 1864 that has been converted into shops and eateries, a meal and / or a pint of specialty beer at the Anvil Pub & Grille is a must. Hot sandwiches just taste better from a stone hearth oven.
August Weber Haus
W63 N678 Washington Ave., (262) 375-1439
augustweberhaus.com
Specializing in several kinds of fondue, this cozy, upscale Cedarburg nook also serves soups and salads. It's open for dinner seven days a week.
Chocolate Factory Subs & Ice Cream
W62 N577 Washington Ave., (262) 377-8877
subsandicecream.com
Located in the heart of downtown, this famous sub shop delights with specialties like croissant sandwiches, and tops off the experience with Blommer's Homemade Wisconsin Ice Cream.
Cream and Crepe Café
N70 W6340 Bridge Rd., (262) 377-0900
foodspot.com
The tempting aromas wafting from this café, which is also located within the Cedar Creek Settlement, make it difficult to resist. Crepes are the stars here and there are many selections, all named after quilt patterns. Don't forget to leave room for the dessert varieties.
C. Wiesler's
W61 N493 Washington Ave., (262) 377-8833
cwieslers.com
With an old fashioned look on the inside and outside this casual dining restaurant adds to the aseptic quality of Cedarburg. They specialize in specialty sandwiches, panini, wraps and beer-battered fish.
Closed Sundays.
Galioto's Twelve 21
1221 Wauwatosa Rd., (262) 377-8085
It's all classic cuisines here, and chef Dave Galioto is especially known for his pork specials. But, the steak, chicken, veal and seafood dishes are nothing to complain about either. Closed Mondays.
Morton's WisconsInn Restaurant
N56 W6339 Center St., (262) 377-4779
Hailed as a place for drinks and some good eats by the locals, Morton's features full-service tavern dining. On the menu is such hearty cuisine as steaks, seafood and Mexican specials. Don't miss out on the famous Surf n' Turf Bloody Mary served with shrimp and kippered beef. Morton's has, "good food, good drinks and good people," says co-owner Chris Morton.
Road House Bar & Grill
1302 Washington Ave., (262) 387-0399
cedarburgbar.com
Formerly Barrington's, the space was transformed years ago into a more modern bar and grill serving up good bar food -- burgers, wings, chicken and, of course, beer.
Settler's Inn Restaurant & Inn
W63 N657 Washington Ave., (262) 377-1191
settlersinncedarburg.com
Homemade pie, anyone? It's been praised for years. But if you're looking to fill up on a real meal before getting to dessert, the deli-style sandwiches are great as are meaty selections from the grill.
The Farmstead
N62 W238 Washington Ave., (262) 375-2655
Housed in a charmingly rustic yet refined antique farmhouse, the Farmstead offers house specials of garlic smashed black Angus, homemade soups, steak and fish selections of the day and twists on the old and ordinary that sometimes create extraordinary dishes. Steaks, fish, ribs and chicken are cooked behind the bar over a matchbox-sized open grill for all to see and smell while waiting for a table.
The Hub
1814 Washington Ave., (262) 618-4751
thehubatcedarcreek.com
This establishment is a charming smoothie bar and café, featuring food that leans toward healthy but doesn't skimp on flavor. Highlights are panini sandwiches, hot dogs, soups, salads and bubble tea.
Tomaso's Italian American
W68 N688 Washington Ave., (262) 377-7630
tomasoscedarburg.com
Tomaso's has been serving up old-world recipes for about 30 years. It is famous for its pizza and has recently expanded its menu to include some impressive gelato.
Wayne's Drive-In
1331 Covered Bridge Rd., (262) 375-9999
waynesdrivein.com
With roller-skating carhops ready to take your order, Wayne's does retro right at this classic diner. Come hungry for charbroiled burgers, salty fries and thick, creamy malts. It's all-American, all the time here. We suggest the Big Wayne Burger.
