Wisconsin's best breakfast buffets

Wisconsin offers exceptional breakfast buffet options ranging from $9.99 all-you-can-eat spreads with game rooms to $60 champagne brunches at five-star resorts. This comprehensive guide covers true buffet-style breakfast dining across the state, organized geographically to help families plan day trips or weekend getaways. Most locations are extremely family-friendly, with kids' pricing, high chairs, and child-favorite foods standard throughout.

The best overall value is The Mineshaft in Hartford at just $9.99 for Saturday breakfast buffet with a massive game room for kids. For a splurge-worthy experience, The American Club in Kohler delivers world-class Sunday brunch comparable to Four Seasons properties. Families visiting Wisconsin Dells will find the best combination of value and waterpark convenience at Chula Vista Resort, where kids 7 and under eat free.

Milwaukee metro area

Downtown Milwaukee and city neighborhoods

Hubbard Park Lodge (Shorewood)

• Address: 3565 N. Morris Blvd., Shorewood, WI

• Phone: (414) 273-8300

• Buffet hours: Sunday 9:00 AM–2:00 PM (year-round)

• Pricing: Adults $23 | Children 2-11 $13.50 | Parties 8+ add 19% gratuity

• What's included: Carving station with apple-honey baked ham and oven-roasted turkey, made-to-order omelet station, Northwoods flapjacks, naked waffles, chicken and waffles, bacon, sausage, Wisconsin cheesy hash browns, sausage gravy with cheddar biscuits, Door County cherry French toast bake, cereal bar, salad bar, fresh fruit

• Reservations: Online for up to 8 guests; call for larger groups

• Family features: Reasonable kids' pricing, casual "Lumberjack" themed atmosphere, beautiful Milwaukee River location with seasonal beer garden

• Standout: Hearty portions in a lodge setting overlooking the river; 1 hour 45 minutes per seating

• Parking: Free lot at Hubbard Park

Golden Corral (South Milwaukee)

• Address: 300 West Layton Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53207

• Phone: (414) 482-7500

• Buffet hours: Saturday & Sunday 9:00 AM until transition to lunch (weekdays lunch/dinner only)

• Pricing: Approximately $12–15 adults; children priced by age

• What's included: Made-to-order omelet station, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage links and patties, buttermilk and blueberry pancakes, golden waffles, French toast, sausage gravy and biscuits, corned beef hash, carved ham, hash browns, fresh fruit, yogurt, cereals, cinnamon rolls, desserts, juice bar

• Reservations: Walk-ins welcome

• Family features: High chairs available, children's pricing, private party room, curbside pickup option

• Standout: Best value all-you-can-eat breakfast in the Milwaukee metro area

• Parking: Large free parking lot

The Pfister Hotel (Downtown)

• Address: 424 E. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53202

• Phone: (414) 273-8222

• Buffet hours: Special holiday brunches only (Easter, Mother's Day, Thanksgiving) in Grand Ballroom

• Pricing: Adults $104 | Children 3-10 $35 | Under 2 free (Thanksgiving pricing)

• What's included: Seafood display on sculpted ice, meat carving station (turkey, ham), made-to-order omelet station, artisan Wisconsin cheese station, Eggs Benedict, pasta station, fresh pastries, extensive desserts

• Reservations: Required with full prepayment through Tock

• Family features: High chairs available, elegant historic atmosphere appeals to special occasions

• Standout: AAA Four Diamond property with $4 million art collection; regular buffets only for holidays

• Parking: Valet available, street parking

Iron Horse Hotel – ASH Milwaukee (Walker's Point)

• Address: 500 W. Florida Street, Milwaukee, WI 53204

• Phone: (414) 374-4766

• Buffet hours: Sunday brunch 10:00 AM–2:00 PM (returns January 4, 2026)

• Reservations: Recommended via OpenTable

• Family features: Industrial-chic renovated warehouse atmosphere; upscale but family-accessible

• Parking: Valet service available

North Shore communities

Jack Pandl's Whitefish Bay Inn (Whitefish Bay)

• Address: 1319 E. Henry Clay Street, Whitefish Bay, WI 53217

• Phone: (414) 964-3800

• Brunch hours: Sunday 10:30 AM–2:30 PM

• Pricing: $27 per person (prix fixe, not buffet)

• What's included: Glass of sparkling wine or mimosa, refillable pastry plate, choice of soup/salad/fruit cup, coffee/juice/milk, choice of 10 entrées including the famous German Pancake

• Reservations: Strongly recommended via OpenTable

• Family features: Historic supper club atmosphere, attentive service, heated outdoor patio

• Standout: 110-year-old Milwaukee institution (since 1915) famous for their German Pancake; houses one of the Midwest's largest beer stein collections

• Parking: On-site lot

• Note: Prix fixe brunch, not traditional buffet style

Nines American Bistro at River Club of Mequon (Mequon)

• Address: River Club of Mequon, Mequon, WI

• Buffet hours: Sunday brunch

• Pricing: Approximately $18.95 including bottomless mimosas, champagne, juices, coffee, and tea

• What's included: Breakfast buffet with omelet station, panoramic dining room views

• Reservations: Recommended

• Family features: Public restaurant at the River Club; family-appropriate setting

Cedarburg area

Brunch. (Brunch It Up) (Cedarburg)

• Address: W62N535 Washington Ave., Cedarburg, WI 53012

• Phone: (262) 304-0720

• Hours: Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–3:00 PM | Saturday–Sunday 8:00 AM–3:00 PM

• Style: Menu-based (not buffet)

• Popular items: Chicken & Waffles, French Toast Sticks, Chorizo Tacos, Croissant Beignets, Quinoa Power Bowl, Eggs Benedict, bottomless mimosas available

• Family features: Very family-oriented, kid-friendly menu, high chairs, rooftop seating (seasonal), modern colorful decor

• Parking: Street parking and nearby lots

• Note: Also has Downtown Milwaukee location at 714 N. Milwaukee St.

Waukesha County

The Machine Shed (Pewaukee) ⭐ Featured on Food Paradise

• Address: N14 W24145 Tower Rd., Pewaukee, WI 53188 (I-94 & Hwy 164, Exit 294)

• Phone: (262) 523-1322

• Buffet hours: Sunday brunch buffet plus regular menu

• Pricing: Approximately $15–18+ adults (call for current pricing)

• What's included: Salad bar, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, carved ham, made-to-order omelet station, waffles, French toast, pancakes, biscuits and gravy, hash brown casserole, fresh fruit, pastries from in-house bakery

• Reservations: Recommended for larger groups

• Family features: Farm-themed atmosphere "Dedicated to the American Farmer," generous portions, kid-friendly menu, high chairs available

• Standout: Award-winning cinnamon rolls with buttercream frosting; featured on Travel Channel's "Food Paradise" as "Best Breakfast in America"

• Parking: Large free parking lot

Didi's Supper Club at Ingleside Hotel (Pewaukee)

• Address: Ingleside Hotel, Pewaukee, WI

• Phone: (262) 547-0201

• Buffet hours: Saturday & Sunday 7:00 AM–11:00 AM (also during holidays, spring break, winter break)

• Pricing: Adults $14 | Children 3-12 $12 | Under 2 free

• What's included: Full breakfast buffet spread, Wisconsin local ingredients, fresh juices, homemade pastries

• Reservations: Recommended

• Family features: Hotel setting with family amenities, room service available, excellent kids' pricing

• Standout: Great value for a hotel breakfast buffet

The Commodore – A Bartolotta Restaurant (Delafield)

• Address: 1807 Nagawicka Road, Delafield, WI

• Phone: (262) 646-1620

• Brunch hours: Sunday 10:00 AM–2:00 PM (plated, not buffet)

• Pricing: Easter brunch $67 adult | $20 children 10 and under

• Standout: Schnitzel with Fried Egg, Dried Fruit Brioche French Toast; upscale lakeside dining on Nagawicka Lake

Washington County

The Mineshaft (Hartford) ⭐ Best Value in Wisconsin

• Address: 22 North Main Street, Hartford, WI 53027

• Phone: (262) 673-5416

• Buffet hours: Saturday 8:00 AM–12:00 PM | Sunday breakfast 8:00 AM–10:00 AM | Sunday brunch 10:00 AM–2:00 PM

• Pricing: Saturday breakfast buffet $9.99 all-you-can-eat | Kids 3-8 $7.99 | Under 3 free

• What's included: Made-to-order omelets, pancakes, waffles, breakfast meats (bacon, sausage, ham), eggs various styles, hash browns, home fries, pastries and baked goods, fresh fruit

• Reservations: Not required but suggested for large groups

• Family features: Wisconsin's largest restaurant and bar with seating for 550; massive game room with arcade games; birthday party packages; 5 bars, stage, and dance floor

• Standout: Unbeatable value at $9.99 with huge game room for kids—the best family breakfast buffet deal in Wisconsin

• Parking: Ample parking downtown Hartford

• Additional: Tuesday All-You-Can-Eat Mexican Buffet ($9.99 adults)

Fox & Hounds Restaurant (Hubertus)

• Address: 1298 Friess Lake Road, Hubertus, WI 53033

• Phone: (262) 628-1111

• Brunch hours: Sunday 10:00 AM–9:00 PM (brunch offerings)

• Family features: Kids menu available, BOGO dinner deals

• Standout: Historic 1845 building with rustic hunting lodge décor; located 2 miles east of Holy Hill Basilica—excellent for day trip pairing

Racine and Kenosha counties

Birchwood Grill (Kenosha) ⭐ Exceptional Soup & Salad Bar

• Address: 7515 125th Ave, Kenosha, WI 53142

• Phone: (262) 857-3455

• Buffet hours: Saturday–Sunday starting at 8:00 AM–9:00 PM (closed Monday)

• Pricing: Lunch buffet $15.99 | Dinner buffet $21.99 | Kids menu $5

• What's included: Made-to-order eggs, cheesy scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, ham, pancakes, Belgian waffles, French toast, hash browns, fresh baked bread, enormous soup and salad bar with 2 homemade soups daily, teriyaki-marinated mushrooms, homemade desserts, puddings

• Kids menu ($5 each): Chocolate chip pancakes with whipped cream, 2 eggs with bacon or sausage, French toast with fruit, smiley face pancakes with bacon

• Reservations: Accepted but often walk-in friendly

• Family features: Very family-oriented, Northwoods lodge atmosphere, private party rooms available

• Standout: Award-winning soup and salad bar described as "biggest I've ever seen"; also famous for Friday Fish Fry buffet

• Parking: Large parking lot (I-94 exit #344)

The Summit Restaurant & Cocktails (Mount Pleasant)

• Address: 6825 Washington Avenue, Mount Pleasant, WI 53406

• Phone: (262) 886-9866

• Brunch hours: Sunday 9:30 AM–2:30 PM

• Pricing: Adults $40 | Children $20 (Easter pricing)

• What's included: Made-to-order omelet station, custom waffle station, quality breakfast meats, fresh juices, extensive coffee cake/muffin/dessert bar, full salad bar, can also order from lunch menu at no additional charge, complimentary mimosas

• Reservations: Recommended

• Family features: Supper club atmosphere, private dining rooms available

• Standout: "Small plate" fresh-from-kitchen menu changes weekly (posted on Facebook)

Apple Holler (Sturtevant) ⭐ Family Farm Destination

• Address: 5006 S Sylvania Ave, Sturtevant, WI 53177

• Phone: (262) 884-7100

• Hours: Friday–Sunday 8:30 AM–5:00 PM | Monday–Thursday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM

• Status: Traditional breakfast buffet reportedly discontinued post-COVID; now primarily menu-based with some weekend buffet options seasonally

• Menu offerings: Famous apple cornbread with apple butter, homemade pancakes, biscuits and gravy, farm-to-table breakfast items, apple cider donuts

• Special features: Dining Domes available ($100 rental for up to 8 people)

• Family features: Excellent for families—barnyard animals, hay rides, play areas, apple/pumpkin picking in season

• Parking: Large free parking lot

• Note: Farm park admission $5 weekdays, $10 weekends (kids 2+)

HobNob Restaurant (Racine lakefront)

• Address: 277 Sheridan Road, Racine, WI 53403

• Phone: (262) 552-8008

• Brunch hours: Sunday 10:30 AM–3:30 PM (menu-based, not buffet)

• Standout: Iconic Wisconsin supper club established 1954 overlooking Lake Michigan from dramatic bluffs; featured in "Wisconsin Supper Clubs" book; live jazz/cabaret piano entertainment weekends

Lake Geneva area

The Historic Baker House (Lake Geneva) ⭐ USA Today's "Most Beautiful Restaurant"

• Address: 327 Wrigley Drive, Lake Geneva, WI 53147

• Phone: (262) 248-4700

• Brunch hours: Sunday 10:00 AM–2:00 PM (last seating 1:00 PM)

• Pricing: Adults $48 | Children 3-12 $25 | Under 2 free (plus tax & gratuity)

• What's included: Two buffet lines—cold line with fruit salads and desserts; hot line with eggs, bacon, sausage, salmon, cod; made-to-order omelets and eggs Benedict, pancakes, French toast, biscuits & gravy, kielbasa hash, chef-carved prime rib, pork belly Benedict, bottomless mimosas included

• Reservations: Required; parties of 6+ require $20/person deposit

• Family features: Children's pricing, historic atmosphere appeals to all ages

• Standout: Victorian mansion built in 1885, lakefront views, live classical guitar music; named USA Today's "Most Beautiful Restaurant"

• Parking: Private lot (44 spaces), street parking available

Grand Geneva Resort – Grand Café (Lake Geneva)

• Address: 7036 Grand Geneva Way, Lake Geneva, WI 53147

• Phone: (262) 249-4788

• Buffet hours: Weekend breakfast buffet Saturday–Sunday 7:30 AM–11:30 AM; daily à la carte 6:30–11:30 AM

• Pricing: Approximately $49 adults | Children 12 and under approximately $17 | Breakfast with Santa: Adults $60, Children 3-12 $25

• What's included: Seasonal menu, omelet station, French toast, pancakes, smoked salmon, corned beef hash; Prime Rib & Seafood Buffet Friday/Saturday

• Reservations: Recommended

• Family features: Kids menu, high chairs, kid-friendly fare at major resort

• Parking: Large on-site parking lot

The Abbey Resort – 240° West (Fontana)

• Address: 269 Fontana Blvd, Fontana-On-Geneva Lake, WI 53125

• Phone: 800-709-1323

• Brunch hours: Sunday Harborside Champagne Brunch 9:00 AM–1:00 PM

• Pricing: Adults $52 | Children 4-12 $26

• What's included: Breakfast favorites buffet, savory seafoods, unique traditional flavors, live entertainment, harbor views, bottomless mimosas available

• Reservations: Recommended via OpenTable

• Family features: Children's pricing, high chairs available

• Standout: Panoramic harbor views, live entertainment during brunch

Lake Lawn Resort – 1878 on the Lake (Delavan)

• Address: 2400 E Geneva St, Delavan, WI 53115

• Phone: (262) 728-7950

• Breakfast hours: Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–11:00 AM | Saturday 7:00 AM–12:00 PM | Sunday 7:00 AM–1:00 PM

• What's included: Lobster Benedict, Baja Steak & Eggs, Bourbon French Toast, 1878 Smorg Board, Beer Cheese Soup; holiday buffets include carving stations, seafood bar, pasta station, desserts

• Reservations: Highly recommended, required for holidays

• Standout: Delavan Lake waterfront views, newly renovated

Lake Geneva Cruise Line – Sunday Brunch Cruise

• Departure: Riviera Docks, Lake Geneva

• What's included: Brunch buffet by Lake Life Catering with breakfast favorites and lunch specialties, mimosas/Bloody Marys available, 2-hour narrated cruise with stories about iconic lakeside estates

• Note: 18% service charge added

• Standout: Unique on-the-water dining experience; views of historic mansions

Wisconsin Dells area

Moosejaw Pizza & Dells Brewing Co. (Wisconsin Dells) ⭐ Great Value with Brewery

• Address: 110 Wisconsin Dells Pkwy S, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965

• Phone: 608-254-1122

• Buffet hours: Daily 8:00–11:00 AM in summer; Saturday & Sunday only off-season

• Pricing: Adults 12+ $16.99 | Children 5-11 $8.99 | Age 4 & under $3.99

• What's included: Breakfast pizzas, made-to-order omelet station, bacon, sausage, biscuits & gravy, scrambled eggs, hash browns, breakfast potatoes, pancakes, waffle station, fresh fruit, muffins

• Reservations: Walk-in welcome

• Family features: Very kid-friendly with unique breakfast pizza options, kids' pricing

• Standout: On-site microbrewery with breakfast beer pairings (Hazel's Nut House, Apple Ale, Goose Jaw Iced Coffee Stout)

• Parking: Large lot available

Chula Vista Resort – Kilbourn City Grill (Wisconsin Dells) ⭐ Kids Eat Free

• Address: 1000 Chula Vista Parkway, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965

• Phone: 608-254-1635 (grill) | 800-388-4782 (resort)

• Buffet hours: Weekend breakfast buffet Saturday & Sunday; à la carte Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–11:00 AM

• Pricing: Kids age 7 and under eat FREE with paid adult buffet

• What's included: Made-to-order omelets, pastries from award-winning bake shop, hot French toast, pancakes, biscuits & sausage gravy, bacon & sausage, create-your-own waffles

• Reservations: Call for availability on buffet days

• Family features: Excellent kids-eat-free policy makes this the best value for families with young children; connected to 200,000 sq ft waterpark

• Standout: Award-winning bakeshop items; waterpark resort setting

Kalahari Resort – Cinco Niños (Wisconsin Dells)

• Address: 1305 Kalahari Dr, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965

• Phone: 1-608-404-3501

• Buffet hours: Sunday–Wednesday and Saturday 8:00 AM–11:30 AM (7 days/week in peak season)

• Pricing: Adults $25.99 | Children 3-10 $14.99 | Under 3 free

• What's included: American-style breakfast favorites, family-friendly selections, accommodations for picky eaters

• Reservations: Not required but recommended during peak times

• Family features: Located by waterpark entrance, convenient for resort guests

• Standout: Part of massive Kalahari waterpark resort complex

• Parking: Large resort parking

Trappers Turn Golf Club (Wisconsin Dells) ⭐ Locals' Favorite

• Address: 2955 Wisconsin Dells Pkwy, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965

• Phone: (608) 253-7000

• Brunch hours: Sunday 10:00 AM–1:00 PM

• Pricing: Approximately $24.99 with complimentary mimosas

• What's included: Omelet bar, mashed potato bar, pasta bar, mac'n'cheese bar, scrambled eggs, hash browns, sausage & bacon, biscuits & gravy, waffles, stuffing, 30+ item salad bar, deluxe dessert station

• Reservations: Recommended

• Family features: Family-appropriate setting

• Standout: Elegant golf club atmosphere with scenic views; owned by Kalahari; rated "Amazing Brunch" by visitors; often overlooked by tourists

Paul Bunyan's Cook Shanty (Wisconsin Dells) ⭐ Classic Wisconsin Experience

• Address: 411 State Hwy 13 S, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965

• Phone: 608-254-8717

• Hours: Seasonal (March–October); check website for current hours

• Style: All-you-can-eat family-style meals

• What's included: Family-style breakfast with homemade buttermilk donuts made fresh daily, traditional lumberjack breakfast fare

• Reservations: Walk-ins welcome; groups encouraged to call ahead

• Family features: Extremely family-friendly with 1890s logging camp theme, three Golden Pine Log dining rooms, kid-friendly atmosphere

• Standout: Famous homemade buttermilk donuts; 65+ years in operation; authentic logging camp décor; a Wisconsin Dells institution

• Parking: On-site lot

Madison area

Great Dane Pub & Brewing Company (Multiple Madison locations)

• Hilldale: 357 Price Pl, Madison, WI 53705 | (608) 661-9400

• Eastside: 876 Jupiter Drive, Madison, WI 53705 | (608) 442-1333

• Buffet hours: Saturday & Sunday 10:00 AM–2:00 PM

• Pricing: Approximately $15 per person (verify current pricing)

• What's included: Made-to-order omelets, prime rib carving station, huge salad bar including fresh fruit and mussels, cheesy hash browns, cinnamon rolls, apple bread pudding, blackened tilapia, pasta Florentine, pancakes, waffles, ice cream, extensive selection

• Reservations: Walk-in for parties under 8; reservations for 8+

• Family features: Kids' menu, high chairs, dog-friendly patios

• Standout: On-site microbrewery, craft beer selection, specialty cocktails and mimosas

• Parking: Parking lot and street parking

Maple Tree Supper Club (McFarland)

• Address: 6010 US Hwy 51, McFarland, WI 53558

• Phone: (608) 838-5888

• Brunch hours: Sunday breakfast/brunch menu

• Pricing: $7–35 range

• What's included: Eggs and omelets hot off the griddle, country fried steak, steak and eggs, waffles, pancakes, scrambles, large soup and salad bar

• Reservations: Recommended

• Family features: Classic supper club atmosphere, family-owned since 1984

• Standout: Famous for prime rib (Thursday–Saturday); 40+ years in operation

Fox Valley and Oshkosh

Uncle Mike's Food Emporium (Appleton) ⭐ Live Music Brunch

• Address: 3860 W Wisconsin Ave, Appleton, WI 54914

• Phone: (920) 278-2280

• Buffet hours: Sunday "Jammin' Brunch" 8:00 AM–3:00 PM

• Pricing: Adults & kids 16-17 $24.95 | Kids 15 & under $12.95 | Under 4 free | Early Bird Special: 20% off if seated by 8:45 AM

• What's included: Ham carving station, bacon & sausage, spinach artichoke dip, wood-fired pizzas, cheesy hash browns, mini croissant sandwiches, buffalo chicken dip, bacon spinach quiche, scrambled eggs, pancakes & waffles, breakfast potatoes, biscuits and gravy, fresh fruit, granola bar, chocolate fountain, huge dessert bar

• Reservations: Recommended via Yelp

• Family features: Kids pricing, live music entertainment during buffet

• Standout: Award-winning bakery with Colectivo coffee; 16 draft beers, craft cocktails; endless mimosas and mimosa flights available as add-on

• Parking: On-site lot

The Mineshaft (Oshkosh) ⭐ 25-Foot Dessert Table

• Address: 2041 S Koeller St, Oshkosh, WI 54902

• Phone: (920) 252-4940 (reservations) | (920) 252-6008 (to-go)

• Buffet hours: Sunday 8:00 AM–2:00 PM

• Pricing: Adults $18.99 | Seniors $16.99 | Kids 4-7 $12.99 | Kids 3 and under free

• What's included: Chef's choice of entrées, bacon & sausage, scrambled eggs, mashed potatoes & gravy, vegetables, assorted salads, bread pudding, fresh fruit, homemade bakery items, assorted desserts, 25-foot long dessert table, pancakes made to order

• Weekday breakfast (Monday–Saturday 7–11 AM): Full menu with most items $8.99 or less

• Family features: Kids 5 and under eat FREE Sunday–Thursday from kids menu; game room with arcade; family pizza special: 18" pizza + pitcher + 100 game credits for $44.99

• Standout: Combines family restaurant with full arcade/game room; exceptionally affordable pricing; also offers Country Fried Chicken ($9.99) and 1/2 Rack BBQ Ribs ($9.99) on Sundays

• Parking: Large parking lot

The Village Grille (Green Bay)

• Address: 801 Hoffman Rd, Green Bay, WI 54301 (Allouez)

• Phone: (920) 336-9901

• Buffet hours: Sunday breakfast buffet 8:00 AM–1:00 PM

• Hours: Monday–Saturday 6:00 AM–9:00 PM | Sunday 6:00 AM–2:00 PM

• Reviews: "Best breakfast buffet I've seen in years," "Surprisingly low price," great mimosas

• Family features: High chairs available, family-friendly atmosphere, busy but spacious with quick seating

• Parking: On-site lot

Door County

The Log Den (South of Egg Harbor) ⭐ Unique Rustic Setting

• Address: 6626 WI-42, south of Egg Harbor

• Phone: 920-868-3888

• Brunch hours: Sunday 9:00 AM–1:00 PM

• What's included: Pancakes, French toast, eggs, bacon, baked chicken, pasta, mashed potatoes, fresh fruit, full soup & salad bar, desserts

• Winter hours: Friday 4–8 PM | Saturday 11 AM–8 PM | Sunday 9 AM–1 PM

• Family features: "Cubbies" menu for younger diners, seating for 300+, special events like "Brunch with Santa"

• Standout: Hand-carved 10,000 sq ft log cabin masterpiece with carvings of bears, eagles, buffalo, fish throughout; family-built and operated for 5+ generations

• Parking: On-site lot

White Gull Inn (Fish Creek) ⭐ National Award Winner

• Address: 4225 Main Street, Fish Creek, WI 54212

• Phone: (920) 868-3517

• Breakfast hours: Daily 7:30 AM–2:00 PM; Sunday 7:30 AM–2:00 PM

• Pricing: Granola with Door County cherries $6.05–7.05 (sample menu pricing)

• Breakfast specialties: Famous Cherry Stuffed French Toast – Winner of Good Morning America's Best Breakfast Challenge (national winner!); Cherry pancakes, Autumn caramel apple French toast, Granola with fresh fruit, Amazing hash browns

• Also famous for: Traditional Door County Fish Boils (Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday May–October; Fridays year-round) – Adults $20.50 | Children under 12 $13.50

• Reservations: Recommended, especially for fish boils

• Family features: Children welcome, children's menu available, dog-friendly patio seating

• Standout: National award winner for best breakfast; locally sourced ingredients from Door County producers; open to public since 1896

• Parking: Free onsite

Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant (Sister Bay)

• Famous for: Goats grazing on grass-roofed building, Swedish pancakes with Door County cherries

• Family features: Family-friendly classic Door County institution since 1960s

• Note: Very popular—expect wait times; menu-based, not buffet

Good Eggs (Sister Bay)

• Address: 2445 S. Bay Shore Dr, Sister Bay, WI 54234

• Style: Outdoor breakfast burrito stand

• Specialty: Made-to-order breakfast burritos—considered "the best on the planet"

• Features: Outdoor seating, locally roasted coffee, scones, smoothies

• Pro tip: Order ahead via app

• Family features: Casual, quick, perfect for kids on the go

Sheboygan and Kohler area

The Wisconsin Room at The American Club (Kohler) ⭐ World-Class Experience

• Address: 419 Highland Drive, The American Club, Kohler, WI 53044

• Phone: (920) 457-8000

• Brunch hours: Sunday 9:00 AM–1:00 PM

• Breakfast hours: Monday–Saturday 7–11 AM; Sunday 7–9 AM (before brunch)

• Pricing: Approximately $40–60+ per adult (prices vary)

• What's included: Crème Brûlée French Toast, Eggs Benedict, cheesy hash brown casserole, custom made-to-order omelets, banana bread pudding, fresh pastries and fruit, prime rib carving station, oysters and shrimp, house-smoked salmon, extensive dessert selection with small portions for sampling

• Special events: First Friday Seafood Buffet (monthly) 5:30–8:00 PM with all-you-can-eat crab, shrimp, mussels, oysters, ceviche, carved prime rib – approximately $45+

• Reservations: Strongly recommended

• Dress code: Business casual/smart casual

• Family features: Yes – children's pricing available; best suited for well-behaved children given formal atmosphere

• Standout: Consistently rated among best brunches in Wisconsin; AAA Four Diamond property with 9 restaurants total; described as "comparable to Four Seasons" and "one of the best in the country"; farm-to-table philosophy with library-like ambiance

• Parking: Complimentary resort parking

Blue Harbor Resort – The Beacon Restaurant (Sheboygan)

• Address: 725 Blue Harbor Drive, Sheboygan, WI 53081

• Phone: (920) 452-2900

• Buffet hours: Daily 6:30 AM–8:30 AM

• Pricing: Adults $20 | Children $10

• What's included: Variety of hot and cold breakfast items, fresh choices daily, Lake Michigan views

• Family features: EXCELLENT for families—54,000 sq ft indoor waterpark (Breaker Bay), surf simulator, lazy river, slides

• Reservations: Recommended for dining room

• Parking: Free

• Note: Open to public (entrance #2, second floor)

Sheboygan Town & Country Restaurant (Sheboygan)

• Brunch hours: Sunday 10:00 AM–1:30 PM in upstairs dining room

• What's included: Full breakfast and lunch buffet, made-to-order omelet station, made-to-order waffle station, assorted desserts

La Crosse area

North Country Steak Buffet (La Crosse) ⭐ Best Buffet in Southwest Wisconsin

• Brunch hours: Sunday "Hearty Brunch"

• Pricing: Adult dinner/brunch $17 | Senior dinner/brunch $16 | Adult lunch $15 | Senior lunch $14 | Kids $1.40 per year of age | Adult drinks $2.24 | Child drinks $1.09

• What's included: Build Your Own Skillet, French toast sticks, mini pancakes, eggs, cheese omelets, bacon, sausage, ham, corn beef hash, biscuits and gravy, pizza, yogurt parfait bar, fried chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, veggies, baby cake potatoes, breadsticks; all-you-can-eat salad bar, taco bar, fresh fruit, dessert bar (including gluten-free options), ice cream

• Standout: "Best American style buffet in SW Wisconsin"—all-you-can-eat steak, burgers, chicken

The Breakfast Club and Pub (La Crosse)

• Address: 214 Main St, La Crosse, WI 54601

• Phone: (608) 782-0050

• Hours: Monday–Saturday 7 AM–2 PM; Saturday & Sunday breakfast/brunch

• Style: 80s-themed nostalgic breakfast spot (menu-based)

• Standout: Signature bloody marys, classic favorites, fun retro vibe

Wisconsin casinos with breakfast options

Important note for families: All Wisconsin casino gaming floors require guests to be 21 years or older. However, hotel restaurants, pools, and other amenities are typically accessible to families. Some casinos offer Kids' Quest childcare centers.

Ho-Chunk Gaming Wisconsin Dells (Baraboo)

• Address: S3214 County Road BD, Baraboo, WI 53913

• Phone: 1-800-746-2486

• Stand Rock Buffet: Weekend breakfast buffet with bacon, sausage, eggs Benedict, silver dollar pancakes, waffles, made-to-order omelets, donuts, pastries

• Family features: Has Kid's Quest children's center; 302-room hotel

• Parking: Free parking, large lot

Mohican North Star Casino (Bowler)

• Address: W12180 County Road A, Bowler, WI 54416

• Phone: (715) 787-3110

• Embers Grill: Breakfast buffet weekdays 6:00 AM–10:00 AM | Weekends 6:00 AM–11:00 AM

• Standout: Made-to-order omelets highly praised

• Hotel: 129 rooms with fitness center

Lake of the Torches (Lac du Flambeau)

• Address: 510 Old Abe Road, Lac du Flambeau, WI 54538

• Phone: 1-800-258-6724

• Eagle's Nest Restaurant: Full buffet with cooking stations, serves breakfast, lunch, dinner; senior discount available

• Hotel: 101 rooms on Pokegama Lake with indoor pool

Potawatomi Hotel & Casino (Milwaukee)

• Address: 1721 W Canal St, Milwaukee, WI 53233

• Phone: (414) 645-6888

• Status: Traditional "The Buffet" appears to be CLOSED as of late 2025

• Current option: Canal Street Café serves à la carte breakfast Wednesday–Sunday 7 AM–2 PM (not buffet)

• Age restriction: 21+ for casino floor; hotel restaurant may be accessible

Other notable hotel brunch buffets

The Osthoff Resort – Otto's Restaurant (Elkhart Lake)

• Address: 101 Osthoff Avenue, Elkhart Lake, WI 53020

• Phone: (920) 876-3366

• Breakfast hours: Daily 7:00 AM–10:00 AM

• Pricing: Approximately $10–25 per adult and child

• Special event brunches: Easter Brunch $59.95/person (10 AM–2 PM); Breakfast with Santa $34.95 adults, $12.95 children 10 & under

• Family features: Excellent—children's pricing, family-oriented holiday events, lakefront setting with outdoor patio

• Standout: AAA Four Diamond lakefront resort with 500 ft of recreational lakefront

Hilton Appleton Paper Valley (Appleton)

• Address: 333 W College Avenue, Appleton, WI 54911

• Phone: (920) 733-8000

• Harvest Kitchen and Pantry: Daily breakfast buffet approximately $12 per person

• Other dining: Vince Lombardi's Steakhouse (reservations recommended via OpenTable)

• Parking: Available nearby ($10/day)

Quick reference by category

Best value breakfast buffets (under $15)

Restaurant Location Price Best Feature The Mineshaft Hartford $9.99 Game room for kids Didi's Supper Club Pewaukee $14 Hotel amenities Golden Corral Milwaukee ~$12-15 Variety and value

Best for families with young children

Restaurant Location Why Chula Vista Resort Wisconsin Dells Kids 7 & under FREE + waterpark The Mineshaft Hartford/Oshkosh Massive arcade + affordable pricing Paul Bunyan's Wisconsin Dells Lumberjack theme, famous donuts Apple Holler Sturtevant Farm activities, barnyard animals Blue Harbor Resort Sheboygan Indoor waterpark access

Best splurge-worthy experiences

Restaurant Location Price Experience The American Club Kohler $40-60+ Five-star world-class brunch Baker House Lake Geneva $48 Victorian mansion, bottomless mimosas The Abbey Resort Fontana $52 Harbor views, champagne brunch Grand Geneva Lake Geneva ~$49 Full resort experience

Unique Wisconsin experiences

• Paul Bunyan's Cook Shanty (Wisconsin Dells) – Authentic 1890s logging camp

• The Log Den (Door County) – Hand-carved 10,000 sq ft log cabin

• White Gull Inn (Fish Creek) – National award-winning breakfast, fish boils

• Lake Geneva Brunch Cruise – Dining on the water

• Al Johnson's (Sister Bay) – Goats on the grass roof

Planning tips for families

Reservations are strongly recommended for these popular spots, especially on holidays: The American Club, Baker House, Grand Geneva, The Abbey Resort, Lake Lawn Resort, Trappers Turn, White Gull Inn, and all locations on Mother's Day, Easter, and Christmas brunch.

Best arrival strategy: For popular buffets without reservations, arrive before 9:00 AM to beat the rush. The 10:00–11:30 AM window is typically busiest.

Holiday planning: Most upscale locations offer special Easter, Mother's Day, and Thanksgiving buffets at premium pricing ($50-100+). Book 2-4 weeks in advance for these dates.

Seasonal considerations: Door County establishments have limited hours October–April. Wisconsin Dells resorts are busiest Memorial Day through Labor Day. Lake Geneva sees peak crowds year-round on weekends.

Kids eat free: Chula Vista Resort (kids 7 and under) and The Mineshaft locations (kids 5 and under Sunday–Thursday) offer the best deals for families with young children.

Budget tip: The Mineshaft in Hartford at $9.99 for Saturday breakfast buffet with a massive game room represents Wisconsin's best overall family breakfast buffet value.