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    Harpoon Willie's

    3.5 (206 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican
    Open 11:30 am - 9:30 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Loud
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Delicious Chili with cornbread
    Cammie G.

    My son and I had such a wonderful experience at Harpoon Willie's. Honestly it's been awhile since we'd eaten there. We sat in their heated indoor patio. It was comfortable and quiet. It was heated so we weren't cold. We started off with the cheese curds accompanied by ranch dressing. My son had a spotted cow & I had a Moscow Mule. Robbie was our server and his suggestions were honest and wonderful. My son had the blackened tuna accompanied by homemade potato chips. I had a bowl of chili topped with melted cheese and homemade cornbread. I ended up taking some home. Robbie was attentive making sure we were having a wonderful experience. This will be our go to lunch spot. I'm so glad we had the opportunity to relax and have a great lunch.

    Derrick B.

    Stopped in to grab some dinner. Typical bar menu with all the classics. Ended up going with the bowl of chili and a Caesar side salad. The chili was really good and had crushed tomatoes in it that made it that much better. The cornbread was out of this world. Honestly some of the best I've tasted and I don't say that lightly. Incredibly moist and just sweet enough. The Caesar salad on the other hand was extremely bad. Everything from the bagged lettuce, to the shaved Parmesan, to the dressing that resembled ranch and didn't necessarily taste like Caesar. I honestly don't know what it was. I also ordered a Negroni that tasted off as well. I didn't watch them make it but I'm guessing they don't have sweet vermouth and used something else as a replacement. Menu is hit or miss but staff is cool and it's convenient to the lake.

    Cheese curds
    Ariana G.

    Came here with some friends after a day of boating on Lake Geneva. My group was pretty big but we didn't have to wait. The employees were all friendly upon arrival. This place definitely gives off your typical American pub. Their menu isn't that extensive. The menu items are your typical American foods - burgers, bbq, etc. I felt very limited in my choices. Cheese curds: Me and my boyfriend shared cheese curds as an appetizer. These were actually really good! The serving size is pretty big, even for 2 people. Me and my boyfriend couldn't even finish it. They also give you a big cup of what seems to be ranch. These weren't as greasy as I was expecting. Chicken BLT: This sandwich was terrible. It was SOOO dry and SOOO bland. I couldn't eat it nor did I want to. I took one bite and that did it for me. Even after putting sauce in it, I couldn't do it. And I'm not one to waste food either but it was just unacceptable. The sandwich itself wasn't hot - the cheese wasn't melted at all. It just looked like someone just threw it together. You get an option of chips or can upgrade to waffle fries. I opted for the waffle fries which were good - however, there was only like 5-7 fries on my plate. It was so sad.

    The menu is an Ipad

    The atmosphere and food were enjoyable. The area where the waiters hang out was right next to us. They were loud, throwing ice cubes and one kid was asking the other how he pees?? They need to move this area. There were 5 people standing around doing nothing. As a patron this was very annoying.

    The food and service was great. The side salads were delicious and the Margarita pizza was amazing!  Would highly recommend it!

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    Great food great service fair prices...I had the fish tacos and my wife had barbecue tacos the barbecue tacos.

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    Food was hot, small menu, was here in 2022 and it was much better then with many different options. Very disappointed as of 2025

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    Great food. Nice view near the lake. Service was quick and prompt. Burgers were great as well as as the cheese curds. Perfect for lunch.

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    Waitress was very nice, food tastes amazing, drinks were great as well! Cozy atmosphere for a small village I grew up in, lots of nostalgia!

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    Great place to eat. Great views Wide variety of vegetarian options on the menu. Service was timely and on top of things

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