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    Bay Cooks

    4.5 (99 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    BAY COOKS ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Hipster
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Kristie S.

    This place blows me away every time we dine here. The food is so fresh and delicious! It's unassuming from the outside but when the plates hit the table, you know it's the real deal!

    Omg...actually GOOD food in Williams Bay?!? This place has amazing staff amazing fresh food and amazing drinks

    Margaritas with chips and salsa
    Jenn W.

    Our second amazing experience here! Phenomenal authentic and fresh food. Ceviche is amazing! Birra and steak & al pastor tacos on corn. Margaritas are a must they're so great! Josh is so attentive and always great to have as a server.

    Kari B.

    Bay Cooks is unassuming from the outside, but they are definitely serving some delicious breakfast! We were in the area and looking for some place for breakfast and came across Bay Cooks. I'm always on the lookout for a good breakfast burrito and saw they had one on their menu. So happy we stopped in, because the breakfast burrito was really good and of course I had to get hashbrowns. We will definitely stop back next time we are in the area.

    Mexican Skillet.  Avocado came minutes later.
    Alison Z.

    Incredible, friendly and delicious!!! We rarely repeat restaurants on vacation, but this one is worth it!!! We both loved our choices!! My husband had the Three Meat Skillet and I had the Mexican Skillet (added avocado). Their house potatoes are not deep fried, so they are soft and seasoned perfectly!! And the chorizo was flavorful and not too greasy! I don't like cinnamon much unless it's a roll!! But they add a subtle amount to their coffee and it's wonderful!! Next review to follow today!! Oh man, I didn't think their food could have gotten better!! BUT this morning was phenomenal! We had Swedish Lingonberry pancakes, the Mexican omelette with potatoes and Chilaquiles!! Don't judge we don't live here and couldn't pass up trying everything we could. Our server brought out a sample of their guacamole that is perfect!!

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    Bianca P.

    We went to Bay Cooks without anything in the way of expectations, but we were really pleased with our experience. It was a beautiful Wednesday night so we sat on the patio. Our margaritas were delicious. The tortilla chips in the nachos were fresh and crisp, and my enchiladas were really good too. I was in a party of 6 and everyone left happy!

    Chilaquiles in red and green salsa and French toast yummy!
    Michael G.

    Amazing Food,Wonderful Service and Spotless Cleaning! Enjoyed the food and had a wonderful time with my wife! I would recommend this restaurant for anyone that's in the area and enjoys Mexican food.

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    Mark G.

    Went to baycooks, and didn't know what to expect. We went early, and no one was there. As we were leaving, the place was filling up, and now we know why. Service was great, food even better! This is a picture of the red snapper. It was delicious, reasonable, and we will definitely be back! Thank you

    Enchiladas with mole
    John G.

    Another great meal at Bay Cooks. Joseph is a excellent host. Food is fresh and authentic. Super family friendly.

    Julie Y.

    Great service and delicious authentic Mexican food! They have other things on the menu and I heard a lot of people raving about the pancakes. We ordered soup, tamales, and tacos. Delicious!!! I was really impressed by the service too!

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    Great breakfast with terrific service by a family owned restaurant. We'll definitely be back there to try dinner and drinks.

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    Very good food, they even make very nice Swedish pancakes. The staff is friendly and efficient.

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