Where to eat: the 15 best restaurants in New Glarus

Overall experience was positive. The food was delicious! However, the service was slow considering it was not a full house during my visit. Additionally, the attire the serving staff wore was not appropriate for an establishment of this caliber. I observed servers wearing flip-flops, and disheveled t-shirts. One server was wearing leopard print-spandex shorts. This is what I would expect to see in a dive bar, not an establishment that brands itself as “fine dining”. So while the food was delicious, the atmosphere mirrored casual dining at best. I will return in the future solely because of the food. In the future, management should reevaluate their expectations of professional appearance for staff so that the establishment will live up to fine dining status.

We happened to be in the area, and stopped in not sure what to expect. It was incredibly pleasant. Food was delicious. The cheese curds were massive, and so good. Everyone we came into contact with was friendly. Next time we are in the area we will surely stop in again.

Absolutely did not disappoint. Everything was absolutely amazing. The staff was friendly and inviting. Every bite you can taste every flavor. Definitely will be back.

NOT fine dining! The sign on the building said “fine dining.” I had higher hopes. Why in the world is a server running around in leopard print spandex with socks and sandals!? Casual sandals for the hostess as well. The bartender was wearing Birkenstocks and sandals. The staff looked like they were ready to run a little league concession stand. All were friendly, but not impressed. The customer next to me…blue and yellow toenails hanging out in the wild like he’s at a beer garden. We waited 15 minutes at our table before our server greeted us. This was met with an apology, which I appreciated. The Swiss fondue…DELISH! But absolutely not $26 delicious for some melted Swiss with bread. My prime rib was average. Quite fatty. The sauce had too much horseradish in it. The schnitzel was much better. The red cabbage was divine! A perfect balance of sweet and sour. The roesti was also delicious! You can’t get this anywhere else! Overall, overpriced for a casual dining experience with mediocre service. I probably wouldn’t return.

Tasty food, large portions and nice atmosphere. Schnitzel is a classic but the brat was fantastic! The rösti is a must try!

Just excellent! The food was authentic and delicious. You must get the roesti! OMG. You will dream about it forever. Wonderful cozy atmosphere and the service was top notch.

We were at the Glarner today during the chaos and fun that is Oktoberfest. We had the best service and food in a long time. Our server “Sarah” was amazing! She made my in-laws birthday an amazing time! 82 years young and they had a blast because of Sarah and staff. I will be back again and again! PS - New Glarus Pilsner is the gift of the gods! Thank you Dan and Deb!!!’

After a successful bridal gown shopping spree down the street at Brandi’s Bridal, our group of grandmas, moms, and bridesmaids made the natural next stop—Sugar River Pizza in New Glarus! 🍕👰💍 Apparently, we had the look—the manager clocked us as a post-bridal-shopping crew the second we walked in. (Turns out, that’s a thing here!) 😂 We grabbed a big table and dove into some seriously good eats. The cheese bread? Golden, gooey, and gone in seconds. The fried cheese curds? A Wisconsin must. And the drink selection kept everyone happy. But let’s talk about the pizza—the crust was that perfect combo of doughy and crisp, and the toppings were anything but basic. Our table shared the “Mac Daddy” (think bacon cheeseburger on a pizza—yes, it’s as good as it sounds) and a creamy Chicken Alfredo pizza the ladies couldn’t stop raving about. 🍗🧄🥓🧅 Nice interior and even nicer patio dining for summer days! Street parking and walkable to other fun shops in town! Great food, fun service, and a memorable way to toast a bride-to-be. Highly recommend this spot for any celebratory group—or just because you love a good pizza! 🍻💒🍕. The town is so cute I wished I had more time to shop at more of the local stores! Made me decide to come back for a weekend soon!

Met up with some old friends! Food was super good, and not too greasy. Left with a full belly and a happy heart! ❤️

Waited for quite a while for a small Caesar salad and an order of the marinara and goat cheese with breadsticks to go, which was fine..but was quite disappointed with the marinara and goat cheese. First photo is what it looks like online..other photos are what I received…decent amount of breadsticks with a bunch of goat cheese and a small container with barely any marinara…..

What an excellent pizza place! I am allergic to wheat and they have a great wheat/gluten-free option for crust. The weight staff is incredibly helpful, kind, and just the right amount of hospitality allowing you to enjoy your food and company while making sure you have everything you need. My daughter and I had such a great meal and enjoyed the staff so much that I pulled the manager aside to let him know. He has a great group of young people working. There was traditional and creative options for pizza as well. Bravo! I would definitely recommend.

Being born in the Bronx, my childhood set me up with certain expectations for pizza. Sugar River New Glarus executes the little things that make the overall experience and food memorable each and every time we’ve been in the last 5 years. The food, the atmosphere just works and it keeps us coming back. Are there other places to get pizza? Yes. But none of those places have Phill. Phill is why we go out of our way to get some good pizza. I have a call to action for you reading this review. 1- Help me in ensuring they keep the Hot Mess they dropped for the fall on the menu forever. 2- Ask for Phil. Also, you will not find a better gluten free pizza in WI. Trust me. We have tried. It’s not out there.

We stopped in again on 10/19/24 And had Sierra as our server. Again everything was great!! I had the BBQ pulled pork on flatbread and my wife had lasagna soup which was very good and super filling. It is nice to find a place you can look forward to going to and Sugar River Pizza is that place! My wife and I are here again 7/8/2023 and nothing has changed. Everything was great and our server Rita made sure we had what we needed and made a great beverage recommendation to my wife! We love the Sugar River State trail and love Sugar River Pizza that's right on the trail. My wife and I ate here on Saturday 7/23/2022. We were seated right away and our waitress Sierra was very prompt and attentive. We had the Garden Belle pizza and it was delicious for sure. Some may have found the crust a little over done but I was fine with it. We ate outside on the covered patio and the music was relaxing and not to loud. As far as the prices go I feel they were well within line with other establishments and not over priced in any way.

I went in yesterday with my boyfriend for dinner last night and had an awesome meal! We got the cheese curds for an appetizer and they reminded me of the kind you would get at the fair. Light and airy batter and absolutely delicious. Then we got a meat lovers pizza that we demolished. The meat on the pizza was cooked perfectly and the dough was so good! Also, our waitress (The tallish blonde one) was an absolute sweetheart! 10/10 would recommend and definitely make the almost hour drive to.

Great place to grab a drink ans a sandwich. Our server helped us pick out a delicious sandwich and wrap. She was attentive, helpful and engaging, answering all our questions. Beer and Bloody Mary were delicious. It was a Monday night but Indiana pork special was a 10 out of 10. We will be back when we get back to the area. Wonderful experience.

The cheese curds were good and they had little beers you could get for free with New Glarus tokens- but the food was only mediocre. It seems like the roux had broke for the Mac and cheese and the fry oil was in need of a change. Not bad but not the best either

This small town bar and grill is an amazing place to stop for some delicious food. The pulled pork sandwich tasted amazing and the house fries were just the right amount of crispy. I topped off the meal with a glass of sweet honey mead. They also offer multiple choices from the local brewery. Our server was prompt, polite and friendly. I will definitely be returning to try some of their other burger options!!!

Excellent atmosphere even on a weekday it was vibrant. You can tell they’re a bit short staffed in terms of wait times. Still service was good. The burger was very delicious. However, it was rare to medium rare done, which is not entirely safe for ground beef eating. But because we had waited a while to get food, I did not send it back for more cooking. otherwise, a very excellent experience.

A small little pub located in New Glarus offers an easygoing atmosphere serving up burgers, chili,local brews with outdoor dining and beer garden. Super friendly service serving food that tastes great! Started with the Frickles...crispy breaded pickle chips served with ranch...not greasy and cooked just right. I had a cup of their New Glarus chili which is made fresh daily with New Glarus beer loaded with beef,tomatoes,beans and spices. Topped with sour cream and local cheddar cheese. I skipped the diced onions. It was so good I wish I ordered a bowl! My wife had their homemade chicken salad sandwich on a gluten free bun (1.00 extra). The chicken salad had dried cranberries and pecans which made it super delicious. For a side she had their homemade bean salad. A great place to stop to try local beers and homemade food while enjoying the small town of New Glarus!

The back bar is quite nice. The rest of the bar restaurant is very sterile. It made me feel or think I was in a milk house or a food preparation room. The waitress was clearly overworked and this showed in the way she took orders and treated us and others.

Had a really good tasting bloody mary, but wish there was an option for bed stick/ cheese (just had olive, mushroom, pickle). Nice outdoor back patio with an area for dogs and an area to watch the game. Truffle fries were so good. My wife also had a grasshopper that was amazing in the warm weather.

Neat location, service was great. We both had steak with veggies. The steak cuts were definitely low grade for the tenderloin and the New York strip. The veggies were delicious though! All and all, decent and the prices were on par for what we got.

Very homie feeling. Your sitting in what used to be a house. It was awesome nice little bar when you first enter, there's porch seating as well. I felt like I was at a family dinner. Very cozy and friendly atmosphere. Food was excellent.

100% recommended! Such a lovely experience. Kristi's is like someone turned their enormous house into a restaurant. The staff are incredible. We loved the apps and entrées. The dessert was not as good. But the overall experience was so nice, it was okay :)

This is my favorite place to eat in town. Always welcoming, always great food, always something a little different. And... creme brulee!! Love it and highly recommend!

Everything we had was excellent! There is a good chef here who does a lot of homemade items. Crabcakes are one of their specialties & the desserts were great!

Great place for a good meal. My burger was cooked to order. Nice to have a New Glarus beer on tap. Nice art work in the rooms. Cost of a burger a beer was about $25.

Overall, it was a Great Dining Experience! This was my first time dining at Kristi's for many years, and it did not disappoint. The Martini to start with was extra dirty as ordered and was perfect! Started my meal with the shrimp cocktail, which was unique and quite tasty! Had the Lobster Bisque, and that was fantastic. Steak and Scallops for my main course, and they were prepared to perfection! Will be back soon to try something new from the menu!

Very nice, historic place. Had a very good liverwurst (specifically braunschweiger) sandwich on seedless rye. We also had the "Italuan beef, with hot peppers and au jus" (both on the side) sandwich, which was, well, very different from the juicy, almost shredded pepperoncini‐mixed Chicago-style "Italian beef" we have had many places. Not the same thing, this is just slices of Italian Roast Beef lunchmeat on a bun. The menu needs to describe this better. Overall, a nice historic place, good atmosphere. Dollars tossed up to the ceiling go to charity.

We visited New Glarus, WI, AKA Little Switzerland. After enjoying walking around the shops we stopped in Puempel's Olde Tavern for lunch. I had the bratwurst sandwich with chips which was very tasty. At the table there was a choice of 3 different mustards to choose from to put on my brat. My husband chose the broccoli cheddar soup in a bread bowl. The others had the Italian Beef sandwich which they all said was great. We all enjoyed looking at the murals painted on the walls and enjoyed hearing about the history of the Tavern. Many locals were there and seemed to be the place to be. They were very friendly and spoke to us about the history when they heard us talking to the waitresses.

I was immediately drawn to this place because of the historic look of the outside. I was originally a little nervous of the small menu, but sometimes the best places know exactly what makes them good and they don’t need a huge menu. The menu is classic to the town and they do it well. I got the brat, yet simple, it was delicious and packed with flavor. The inside is full on in the past and that makes it so interesting to look at and completes the experience. The prices are even better and the full bar menu is great as well. Very happy I chose to come here.

I didn’t actually eat here, so I can’t speak on the food. The atmosphere and bartender lady (whom I’m spacing her name after a long weekend of fishing and enjoying places like this) are top notch tho. Very knowledgeable of the local history as well, and seem to like talking about it. That was fun. Lots of new glarus beer on tap. Great place.

Great food and bar atmosphere. The bartender was really chill and friendly, and the bloody mary was amazing. We loved the history of the space, with murals dating back to 1913! Definitely recommend.

We had the absolute pleasure of meeting Harmony, the best bartender we've ever come across, during our visit to New Glarus. Her personality is unforgettable—warm, witty, and so full of good energy. She made us feel welcome from the moment we sat down and truly elevated the entire experience. Honestly, I’d return to New Glarus just to see her again. Harmony is a total gem and the heart of this bar. Highly recommend! ♡-Angie, Bryan, Kelly, Tom, and Just Jeff. P.S. Harmony needs a raise!

The bartender was incredibly rude for no reason and made us feel uncomfortable and unwelcome. As someone who’s worked in food service for 6 years it was shocking that a bartender would be so outwardly rude to customers completely unprompted.

By far and beyond, this is a gem in New Glarus. Scott, Shane and our favorite, bestest cook ever Sage make it easily our go to stop for good beer, great people and hands down the best burgers ever..not kidding!! Stop in and savor their signature burger “The Beast”, a third pound of 4 different game meats ground, locally sourced and cooked to perfection by Sage, and and they also have a half pounder which we went back for. Of course their fried cheese curds are the bomb!! Such a fun place. Well done Sportsmans’ Reloaded Bar & Grill..well done indeed, G&M and Gitchee

Really laid-back environment, good food very casual bar and food. Chris was the cook/bartender and it was very cool and casual. All walks of life welcomed. Decent beer and liquor selection. The burgers and Ruben as well as the wings were good. Took a little bit longer than we anticipated but it was relatively busy and they were short-staffed so no big deal. If we're in the area again I'd go back.

Had the " Beast Burger" that is currently in the Green County Best Burger contest. It consists of Bison, Elk,Boar, and Wagyu with grilled onions and American cheese. The Burger I had was the 1/2 pound version that consists of 3 smash patties. It was absolutely outstanding 👏. Juicy, flavorful and filling! The staff is amazing here too! Got the lowdown on the contest and told them that the other places need to bring their A game if they want to beat the Beast !! Will definitely be back for another in the not to distant future.

Great place to stop in for a bite to and something to drink. They offer sandwiches, burgers, pizza, and fish fry on fridays. We stopped for lunch, and had burgers with fries and chips, and an order of fried cheese curds. Good food with great service. Plenty of seating at tables or at the bar. Has an outdoorsman theme, with game mounts and fishing lures along the back bar. Highly recommend.

Last night 6/13 I went in to have a burger. The 28 year old female bartender apparently has never been trained in bartending or customer service. The cook is also inept and cannot put a burger together. What I got was over-cooked and missing several ingredients. She must be involved with the gross owner because she can't cook. And they didn't care. They were too busy catering to the male customers. It was a disgusting experience and I will never go back.

We stopped here after new glarus brewery and it was great! Loved the vibe. Shane was the bartender/server and was so kind and friendly. The food was also great! Mac and cheese pizza and fried pickles highly reccommended!!

Shane was fabulous at offering suggestions and maintaining small talk during our stay. Their burger was AMAZING, combo of Elk, pork and Wagyu, a must try, an award winning combo with cheese curds!!

Classic wisco bar and thank God for still having places like these… where you can let your hair or beard down! Let the laid back and humble atmosphere soothe your senses. It’s simple bar food and great cocktails and beer menu. Perfect for pit stop and you might even see Santa 🎅🏼 at the bar! What more can you ask for. Friendly down to earth service. The old-fashioneds were strong and the curried sausage atop crisp fries was satisfying. The burgers at the table next to us looked amazing - might have to back to give them a bite. Enjoy!

We stopped at the Ott Haus Pub after a days ride on the Sugar River State Trail, and it was the perfect choice. The location is super convenient with plenty of parking, and the Swiss-style entrance immediately sets a welcoming tone. The staff made us feel right at home, and we enjoyed the option of outdoor seating on such a nice day. The food was excellent—our burgers and fries were cooked just right, and we started with onion rings that were crispy and delicious. To top it off, they serve local favorites from the New Glarus Brewery, and enjoying a cold Spotted Cow with our meal was the perfect way to end the day. A great stop we’d happily return to!

After biking 23 miles on the scenic Sugar River Trail, we treated ourselves to a well-earned stop at The Ott Haus in New Glarus—and wow, what a reward! We ordered the WISCO Burger, which recently won the 2024 Best Burger in Green County, and it did not disappoint. Juicy and flavorful with crispy bacon, Spotted Cow–sautéed onions, cheddar and muenster cheese, all on a pretzel bun—perfection! We swapped in cheese curds on the side because… when in Cheese Country, right? The drink highlight was discovering the Wisconsin Belgian Red Brew. My husband is a cherry fanatic, and this beer tasted like cherry pie in a bottle. It was so good, we stopped at the grocery store afterward to pick up a 4-pack! The Ott Haus has a cozy pub vibe, friendly service, and delicious food and brews. We'll definitely be back after our next ride!

Ott Haus is a nice little Swiss style bar and grill. Lots of wood throughout serving local drinks, and good burgers and sausages. They have some seating inside and out and a nice comfy bar. Service was friendly and fairly attentive. Definitely worth a stop when in town.

A fun Wisconsin pub with a great fish fry, friendly staff, a perfectly made (to my taste) brandy old fashioned, and of course Spotted Cow! Highly recommend!☺️🥃🍺

Burgers undercooked ,homemade chips were 1/2 cooked and soggy -no service to outdoor seating in back -could not finish food. Disgusting. But the 2 lady bartenders were friendly . The only reason I gave a 2 star

Delicious, great service. Get the home made chips they were amazing.

The food was nice and the owners own interpretation of Ticino fares (quite different from what you would find in Ticino but this is not the point here). The food works for the setting and is served in generous portions. The highlight of this restaurant is the owner. My family was taken care of by an older lady that was beyond kind. She chatted us up, offered us some local cheese once she saw we were interested and even offered some little toys and candy to our children. We could see that she was genuine and really cared about offering a good experience to people coming to her place. This is the kind of place that you leave feeling warm and fuzzy.

We picked up pizza to go and took it to a nearby park because we had our dog with us. The pizza was great and the lady behind the counter was wonderful. She even gave me some treats to take out to our pup!

Cool little place, had a "polka vibe" as my wife described it. Food was good, we had breadsticks, brushetta and a couple very different pizzas and it was all really good. The waitress/bartender was an experience lol. It was kinda like Ed Debevics in a way, but she was great to talk to and had us laughing a lot.

I just moved into the area so thought I would try them out. Ordered sausage, black olives, and mushrooms. Came with pepperoni, which I don't like, no olives. So greasy it was barely edible. Quality and quantity of the ingredients, sub par. Will not return.

One of the better macaroni pizzas I’ve had was at this place. Very good food, and excellent service. The drinks are served strong, and the atmosphere is very cozy. They make it difficult to try other places in town, because they are one of the better pizza places I’ve had in Wisconsin.

My husband and I had the pleasure of eating at Ticinos Pizzeria and as always, not disappointed! Food was fabulous, having the bruschetta, house salad and pizza special. Always reliable, fresh and perfectly made. Our favorite pizza anywhere. As good as the food was, the service even better!!! Barbara was truly the best waitress that we have EVER had, personable, efficient and fun. That's why anytime we visit New Glarus we stop at Ticino's!

Got a Brandy slushie with the pizza and it was really good. Ordered bread sticks with our meal but they didn't arrive. Waitress didn't charge for them either. We didn't care The pizza was filling enough.

Stopped into Kleemans Bar in New Glarus and it did not disappoint. Great atmosphere — just the kind of place you wanna hang out in. The bartender was super welcoming, polite, and friendly, which makes all the difference. I had a quick BLT (because... bacon), and it hit the spot. And yes — they have a pool table! Love it. Definitely a solid little bar if you're in the area. I’ll be back!

I ordered a burger that's the only thing I ate there I give it a 6 out of 10 but they do have some nice gaming machines and the bartenders are really nice they also have a pool table

Place is friendly enough, but it's just your average bar with drinks from any grocery store. The food is meh, like your friend's son in college had some frozen food and was able to microwave or grill it. I would go to hang out with friends. I would definitely not eat here. It's a one man shop really, bartender serves drinks and makes the food in the back corner. What you see is what you get.

We stopped in for a late lunch and was not disappointed! The service was great, and the general manager also gave us information about the local food we were eating. The cheese curds were the best we have ever had. We will definitely return.

Beautiful, clean bar, hospitable staff, wonderful owner. I’ve never had a bad experience here. I always leave feeling like I’ve known everyone personally my entire life.

You need to stop at this bar it is absolutely amazing! The staff is so nice and very attentive and makes you feel like you’re right at home.

no frills bar & grill but friendly service, great food & good prices!

I have had BBQ that was less messy. This is just supposed to be a simple turkey sub.

The only thing saving this Subway from a 1 star was the food. The staff were so loud it was uncomfortable to sit and eat there. Left the bathroom, heard them cussing about staff member/friend. Be more professional and you'll advance in your careers 😉

Me and my family have always came to this subway never really had any problems until tonight. The lady working was very rude and when we asked for something on our subway she just said Nope she basically said Nope to all three of our subs. Then we asked for the meal and she just said nope on top of that we got all of our subs roasted and they were cold like ice cold very disappointed.

Saturday night I pulled into the parking lot 850 there were two men in there getting their orders filled, and the door was locked. It actually looked like the guy behind the counter, asked one of the customers over to go make sure the door was locked Because that customer went over and checked the door. I put this on video standing outside the door at the sign says they close at nine the clock up on the wall near the cash register read about 848 and then that the door was locked. As I was sitting in the parking lot, another customer came in, walked up to the door and saw I was locked. Turns around and starts walking back to their car. I called from the parking lot and they answer the phone and then tell me that they close at nine. It was 5 to 9 according to my clock. The employee said that he had been slammed and he had a lot of work left to do before he could go home and he left it at that. I took my business down the road to Culver’s and gave them the $25 business. Pretty poor form on behalf of this subway.

Read was under baked, ordered a toasted sub and it clearly wasn’t toasted. Ordered extra bacon and mayo, sandwich was dry and no extra bacon.

Decent subway joint, as long as your quit verbal about what you want and specific it’s a decent place, I really enjoy there food plus it’s usually a very quite place for a quick lunch. The staff was decent but looked like they hated being there.. one woman puts all the meat and veggies on one side. Doesn’t listen to customers. People watch movies on phones during work.

I just came to this location just now matter of like five minutes not even and I have been on the road for two hours and thought this nice small town would have nice customer service I was explaining how I wanted my sub. The lady was extremely rude to me. I was being nice and she was extremely rude. Not understanding what I was trying to explain to her. I was trying to be as nice as possible. Explained it to her and immediately she was rude like so I just walked out and I will never ever come to this place again like I am not from this area and you would think that you would be a little bit nicer. Be in a small town he would think. I walked out I will never return and then I gave a phone call and she just wanted to be argumentative through the phone call. I called and apologize she must’ve been having a bad day. It’s only nine something in the morning. I was actually very happy and excited to try this location. When I walked in and it was nice and clean. The bread looked fresh and good. Food area looked clean and inviting. But that all changed when I was talked to like I was by the so called manager. Very unhappy and disappointed 😔