It’s almost time for Kenosha Restaurant Week, an annual nine-day celebration of local dining that kicks off on Feb. 22 and continues through March 2.
In 2025, the event takes place at a wide range of eateries from cafes and diners to supper clubs, upscale bistros and specialty food shops throughout Kenosha County. There are more than 70 locally owned venues participating with over 20 taking part for the first time.
Even more, there is an opportunity for consumers to give back!
Know before you go
During Kenosha Restaurant Week, no tickets, passes or coupons are required. Customers can simply stop in at participating businesses to take advantage of unique discounts and special offers.
Due to the sheer number of participants, there are options for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. There are also special categories for Sweets, Treats & Spirits, Family Style Meals, Take & Bake Meals and Vegan and Vegetarian options.
Things to keep in mind:
- Be sure to read through individual menus. They will indicate if specials are available for dine-in-only or allowable to use for carry-out.
- Tip well. To thank local establishments for their service, guests should be sure to leave a tip based on the full value of their meal (before the discount).
- Reservations are a good idea. Due to demand, guests should make reservations at restaurants whenever possible.
You can view the full list of menus and offerings at visitkenosha.com/RW.
Give generously
During Kenosha Restaurant Week, as participants eat and drink their way through the town, they are also asked to consider those who might not know where their next meal is coming from.
Even a small gift can make a big difference. So guests are asked to consider a donation to one or more of Kenosha Restaurant Week's nonprofit partners: Shalom Cener, The Sharing Center, Kenosha County Food Bank and The Salvation Army of Kenosha County. Just click here to donate easily online!
Dine & win
Participants should also keep their eyes on the Kenosha Restaurant Week Facebook and Instagram pages for a variety of opportunities to win Kenosha area restaurant gifts cards and Restaurant Week merchandise.
As a passionate champion of the local dining scene, Lori has reimagined the restaurant critic's role into that of a trusted dining concierge, guiding food lovers to delightful culinary discoveries and memorable experiences.
Lori is an avid cook whose accrual of condiments and spices is rivaled only by her cookbook collection. Her passion for the culinary industry was birthed while balancing A&W root beer mugs as a teenage carhop, fed by insatiable curiosity and fueled by the people whose stories entwine with every dish. Lori is the author of two books: the "Wisconsin Field to Fork" cookbook and "Milwaukee Food". Her work has garnered journalism awards from entities including the Milwaukee Press Club. In 2024, Lori was honored with a "Top 20 Women in Hospitality to Watch" award by the Wisconsin Restaurant Association.
When she’s not eating, photographing food, writing or planning for TV and radio spots, you’ll find Lori seeking out adventures with her husband Paul, traveling, cooking, reading, learning, snuggling with her cats and looking for ways to make a difference.
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