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Wilson's Restaurant & Ice Cream Parlor

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Ephraim, WI · ★ 4.6 · 1 mention in the last 30 days

Vintage soda fountain serving ice cream, house-brewed root beer & burgers since 1906.

Wilson's Restaurant & Ice Cream Parlor is a vintage soda fountain in Ephraim that has been serving ice cream, house-brewed root beer and burgers since 1906. Creators call it iconic for its ice cream, and many describe a nostalgic, family-friendly spot that feels like stepping back into the 1950s, with a scenic view from the tables. You can stop in for a casual meal or just a treat. It is open spring through fall, from 11 AM to 5 PM most days and until 9 PM on Fridays and Saturdays, so those evenings are the time for a later scoop.

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@laurennmeredith
@laurennmeredith on Instagram Watch ↗ “Iconic for ice cream with a unique twist.”
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@coleyellisrealtor
@coleyellisrealtor on Instagram Watch ↗ “Famous for ice cream.”
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@laurenmjohnsonn
@laurenmjohnsonn on TikTok Watch ↗ “Iconic for its ice cream.”
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@savor_the_journey
@savor_the_journey on TikTok Watch ↗ “Popular spot for local eats and treats.”
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@photogirltravels
@photogirltravels on TikTok Watch ↗ “A nostalgic eatery that feels like stepping back into the 1950s.”
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@jennynelsen_journey
@jennynelsen_journey on Instagram Watch ↗ “Popular spot for dining and ice cream with a scenic view.”
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@megsnbakin
@megsnbakin on Instagram Watch ↗ “Famous for its ice cream and family-friendly dining.”
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@haileyywenzel
@haileyywenzel on TikTok Watch ↗ “A cute boutique shop known for quality items.”
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@jkawhiz
@jkawhiz on Instagram Watch ↗ “Famous for its ice cream and dining experience.”
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@thecherrycottages
@thecherrycottages on Instagram Watch ↗ “Popular spot for ice cream and meals.”
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@mmmm_time
@mmmm_time on Instagram Watch ↗ “Popular for its ice cream and casual dining experience.”
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@myfriendmakesmefood
@myfriendmakesmefood on Instagram Watch ↗ “Popular spot for ice cream lovers.”
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@matthoopsmke
@matthoopsmke on Instagram Watch ↗ “A classic spot for old school diner eats and sundaes.”

Common questions about Wilson's Restaurant & Ice Cream Parlor

Where is Wilson's Restaurant & Ice Cream Parlor?

Wilson's Restaurant & Ice Cream Parlor is in Ephraim, Door County, Wisconsin. It sits on the Door Peninsula between Green Bay and Lake Michigan, north of Sturgeon Bay.

What are the hours at Wilson's Restaurant & Ice Cream Parlor?

Wilson's Restaurant & Ice Cream Parlor is open Monday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Hours in Door County are seasonal, so check ahead outside summer.

When is Wilson's Restaurant & Ice Cream Parlor open?

Wilson's Restaurant & Ice Cream Parlor is generally open in spring, summer and fall. It is generally closed in winter. Door County is busiest from late June through October, so early mornings and weekdays are the calmest times to go. Hours change with the season, so check before a special trip.

Is Wilson's Restaurant & Ice Cream Parlor worth visiting?

Wilson's Restaurant & Ice Cream Parlor has been shared 1 time on Instagram and TikTok in the last 30 days, which makes it one of the more talked-about food & drink spots in Door County right now.

Does Wilson's Restaurant & Ice Cream Parlor have a website?

Yes. The official site for Wilson's Restaurant & Ice Cream Parlor is www.wilsonsicecream.com/?utm_source=googlemybusiness.

What is Wilson's Restaurant & Ice Cream Parlor known for?

Wilson's is best known for its ice cream, along with house-brewed root beer and burgers served at a vintage soda fountain since 1906.

Does Wilson's in Ephraim serve food besides ice cream?

Yes. It is a restaurant as well as an ice cream parlor, and it serves burgers and house-brewed root beer alongside its ice cream.

Is Wilson's Ephraim open in the evening?

On Fridays and Saturdays it stays open until 9 PM. The other days it closes at 5 PM, and it is open spring through fall.

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