Decided to take a day trip to Wisconsin and stopped by Pier 500. What a great little spot in Hudson! The fried cheese curds were my favorite and worth a trip on their own. I also tried the beer cheese soup, walleye sandwich and the rotisserie chicken sandwich. All great options. The beer cheese soup had pieces of popcorn in it. I've never had beer cheese soup so don't know if that's normal but I like the texture it gave to the soup. As for the sandwiches, I can see why they're both popular options! Great flavor! I was stuffed by pushed myself to finish because the food was just that good! My partner and I had no issues with service however the people next to us ended up leaving when their server forgot to put in their order. Mistakes happen and I wouldn't hold that against them. Great food overall! read more

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I came here for a business meeting. The cheese curds were some of the best I've had as an appetizer. For the main course, I was in the mood for prime rib. It was a generous portion even for the queen cut. I requested medium rare and that was exactly how it came out. I appreciated the cup of au jus and horseradish on the side as i'm a big dipper. Waitress was awesome. Almost forgot... Loved their brandy old fashion. read more

This is my favorite classy restaurant in Hudson. It's a little more upscale, a little more expensive than other places but it's worth it. Absolutely beautiful setting, fantastic service, fantastic food every single time. everything on their menu is great. I especially love the chicken pot pie. The chocolate cake is to die for. read more

Pier 500 - This is the chicken pot pie - American Near Me - Hudson, Wisconsin

We stopped here on our way back from the cities because they had a really nice brunch menu. We did make a reservation but it was not needed. It was chilly so we sat inside and the atmosphere did not disappoint. The whole place was done in wood and jewel tones. We all ordered breakfast items. My mom had the French toast and the pieces were thick! It was good. One person had the Belgium waffle and the cream looked homemade. I had the breakfast burrito and it was really good, especially with the poblano salsa. Service was a bit slow but the waitress was good and knowledgeable. I'd come back. read more

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Once again, I enjoyed a very nice dinner at Pier 500. As always, there were pleasant surprises. Today's specials were Sticky Chicken Tenders, although a bit spicier. They were delicious, and as a chef, I would say the Short Rib Dinner was absolutely fantastic. It's very difficult to find them prepared to that extent in other restaurants. But there's a reason for all this. The manager, Rachel, is a true professional who not only takes care of the details but also has the vision to ensure everything turns out perfectly. Until next time. read more

Have eaten here many times for dine in and take out and both have been delicious! If you take out, there are spaces right in the front where you can pull up, call and they will bring your order out. This is appreciated because even though there is a pay municipal lot next door, it is often full. If you dine in, the patio is AMAZING in the summer and the dining room is cozy in the winter. Food has been consistently good with some highlights being the green bean appetizer, the walleye and the rotisserie chicken. They have gluten free pasta available if you are interested in any of their pasta options, but many items on the menu just either are, or can be made, gluten free. The interior space is accessible to those using mobility equipment, but actually getting in takes a little work. The immediately obvious entrances are all steps, and you need to go around the side to get in without stairs. Would highly recommended dining here! read more

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The food and drinks here are delicious! I had a custom Jalapeno cocktail with simple syrup and I really enjoyed the service! The wine and champagne selection was Amazing! Very cool place in my hometown of Hudson, WI Sit inside the very cool atmosphere or outside & enjoy the St. Croix River view. read more

Great breakfast/brunch spot with plenty of seating for small and large groups alike! The ham and cheese omelet was a good portion, but I will say the hash browns were my favorite. They were crispy on the outside, and cheesy on the inside for a nice surprise. You can always make a reservation ahead of time which was what we did, and were seated right away. There is parking on the street, or there was a lot nearby for the local shops nearby. You can also enjoy a nice walk down the pier afterwards as well if the weather is nice. read more

Pier 500 - Ham and Cheddar Omelet - American Near Me - Hudson, Wisconsin

The Chicken meatball Spaghetti was very good- little bit spicy! And the pomegranate mocktail was amazing but a little sour read more

Pier 500 - Chicken Meatball Spaghetti, Pomegranate Mocktail - American Near Me - Hudson, Wisconsin

Beautiful setting and location, food is always great. Is it the best place I have ever been to? No, but it's consistent and always good. The meatloaf is awesome, love the wild rice soup and Cesar salad. Prime rib was not the best so I wouldn't waste my time on that. Pork chop was great, husband inhaled it, read more

Awesome food and great service!!! If you are in Hudson this is a must. The roasted chicken is terrific.

Beautiful place, nice location, nice inside layout as well. Solid service and good food, generous portions.

A perennial favorite when you want a dining experience that will always be 5 stars! Gorgeous patio and a menu that has something for everyone. Love love love!!! read more

We went to Pier 500 for lunch on a Thursday. It's definitely the older crowd at lunch time. Relaxing none the less. We grabbed a table outside with a nice view of the river. I ordered the walleye fish sandwich with fries. My hubby ordered the chicken pot pie and my daughter ordered pasta with green beans (they do have a kids menu). No complaints from anyone. My fish was really good. Our waitress was really friendly and attentive. This was a good stop in Hudson! read more

Pier 500 - Chicken Pot Pie - American Near Me - Hudson, Wisconsin

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It's funny I would come here a long time ago just to have drinks with colleagues after work. The sad thing is we never had much to eat so I didn't know what to think when we visited. We were trying to make it there last summer but it was always packed and parking was challenging. However, my fiance and I decided to come earlier in the day and we arrived we were happy that the parking lot was pretty empty and we got a great parking spot. So when we arrived it was pretty slow inside, not a lot of patrons inside. I've always loved how nice it is on the inside, and you can see the rotisserie going full of chickens. Bathrooms are always clean and the restaurant. I do not remember our servers name but she was a younger gal. She was helpful, friendly, and kind. We enjoyed the food, the service, and the environment and we will definitely return. read more

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We had some great cheese curds and shrimp chowder for appetizers, then I got the rotisserie chicken for my entrée which was juicy and flavorful, although I did get two breast parts. The sides of green beans and mash were just ok. My MIL got a jumbo shrimp special which was tasty but a bit salty and only came with 4 shrimp:( great service and overall tasty dinner. read more

Pier 500 - Wood Fired Rotisserie Chicken - American Near Me - Hudson, Wisconsin

Lavender Cosmos Drink: 10/10 I couldn't finish it by myself so I recommend it as a sharable beverage!! I have a high tolerance and it was just the right amount of strong for me I got the mouthwatering cheese curd burger def reco ‍ phenomenal job 9/10 House salad solid 8/10 v good It was so cute to sit outside on the patio and watch the sunset! As for the service it was quite the adventure. I believe a new waitress took our table but that was no problem, we were having a good time even with the few mishaps such as bringing the wrong food to our table 3 times lolll We still had a dandy time read more

Pier 500 - Sconnie Staple Cheese Curds and salad - American Near Me - Hudson, Wisconsin

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We had a wonderful celebration for my nieces 10th birthday in the private room at Pier 500. The food and service was alright. The room was great! Looking forward to spending some time this summer on their patio. Also, get their lavender cosmo...you will not be disappointed! Yummmmmmmy! read more

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Come for the view, stay for the chicken wild rice soup & smoked chicken! The ceviche is fresh and delicious, i'd absolutely order it again. We came on a Sunday, midday. There was plenty of street parking and they had a table for us right away. We sat on the patio where we had an amazing view of the St. Croix river. The server was kind and quick, with a bubbly personality. Although they got our order wrong, they were sure to fix it quickly so that we could enjoy our meal together. read more

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Phenomenal restaurant with great service, food, and location. My friends and I arrived on a beautiful weather day so we elected to eat outside. Their outdoor eating deck is huge and showcases beautiful views of the nearby river. I popped inside to take a look and found the interior elegant. This is a great atmosphere to eat and meet with friends it reminds me of an upscale version of Houlihan's. The dark wood finishes and smell of mesquite wood filled every corner of the establishment and lended itself to a sophisticated feel. We found the service to be accommodating and speedy. This restaurant was quite busy especially on the outside patio yet the kitchen was steady churning out food. The food was excellent as well. I ordered the Lobster Mac n' Cheese which I found to be an extremely large and rich portion. Plenty of lobster with perfectly cooked noodles in a very rich n creamy sauce. I also tried the fried pickles and loved the accompanying sauce. The French Onion soup was excellent. It was very cheesy and quite creamy. Creamier than I am used to but very tasty. The coffee they served was also excellent as it was smooth and flavorful. Pier 500 did not disappoint! read more

Service was good and the small igloo was cute and clean. But I probably won't go back for the food. Everything that was on the Fillet plate was straight up bland. The only salty part of the food was the asparagus and it was super salty af! For the Cajun Pasta, I did not expect it to be super sweet. Cajun is supposed to have a little spice in it but there was no spice at all, just a very sweet pasta. Kind of ruined it for me. I feel like it wasn't worth it to get food here. The only good food here was the artichoke dip with nachos and cake sadly. Very expensive food and disappointing food. read more

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This was my 3rd time here. Excellent Lobster Bisque. My grilled meatloaf was disappointing. Too spicy (not sure if it was the gravy?). My friend's parmesan-crusted walleye was the better choice. Sides of broccoli (mine) and green beans (hers) were very good. We shared desserts: Deconstructed Banana Cream Pie was just OK. The Pineapple Cheesecake was excellent. Light and flavorful, and the whipped cream on the side was delicious. Love the setting & ambiance. Our waiter Ethan was excellent. read more

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Ordered the house made grilled meat loaf. Don't usually go for that, but I envisioned a loaf shaped slice of meatloaf with the Marsala drizzle on top. I got a Sam's club meat puck. It wasn't horrible, but it wasn't good. Mashed potatoes and broccoli were good, but it was hard to recover from the meat puck. Dunno if the local gas and sip closed shop and they got a deal on meatloaf sandwiches and decided to recycle or what. If there is proof of life of someone back in the kitchen making meat pucks, I will edit the review. If that's the case, get a different mold for them because this just makes me feel like I'm at a barbecue where the person just didn't feel like springing for the hamburger to make actual burgers, but got the Walmart good for eternity meat product burgers instead. read more

Pier 500 - Meatloaf - American Near Me - Hudson, Wisconsin

It was a perfect day for outdoor dining across from the St. Croix River where we met another couple for lunch. I ordered the Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl with neatly arranged "almond island" rice, carrots, cucumbers, edamame, radishes, avocado, and ginger wasabi dressing. When it an arrived, it was an ample portion, and I couldn't see the dressing, but our server assured me it was in there. I discovered that they pour the dressing on the bottom and cover it with arugula lettuce then placed the other veggies and tuna on top of that. I wouldn't have prepared it that way because I had to stir it all together to get the dressing mixed in. I also wouldn't have ordered this salad knowing it had arugula, which is not traditional, and a variety I don't like because it has a funky flavor that does not complement the other ingredients. I did not taste the ginger or wasabi in the dressing so for these reasons, it was slightly disappointing, however the tuna was quite fresh! read more

Fun and vibrant restauraunt. Wait staff was attentive and friendly. Food very good. The special of the day was a Chicken Pesto Pasta which was delicious. read more

Omg. The food was amazing. The outstanding food was so great and so tasty. I am so happy to have gone there, and I am so happy with the waitresses, and the manager was so nice. The scenery was amazing, being next to the Saint Croix river. The host and the staff there were outstanding. I am so happy to have been there and enjoy all the amazing food. I recommend the Fish & chips, the Sprecher root beer, and the banana creame pie dish for dessert was amazing. The cheese Curds were the best I have ever eaten too. Thanks so much for having us. read more

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I read in recommendations that the chicken was the start of the party. So I ordered one I have chicken with mashed potato and salad as well as lobster bisque. The chicken head smoked taste and this is why I ordered it because we eat smoked meat but not smoked chicken. It was a lovely flavor And I believe the staff on purpose did not bring salt or pepper at the beginning but they came to ask us if we want some after we started eating and I told her we are fine it's just perfect. Kudos to the chef. Plenty of cheap paid parking around the place. I chose to sit next to the road so my wife and I can enjoy the road runners and the river boaters. Obviously we were here in the summer. read more

Pier 500 - Classy inside sitting room - American Near Me - Hudson, Wisconsin

This is a nice spot in Hudson. Recommend making a reservation. The rotisserie chicken and Brie bites are both delicious. We found the lobster Mac and cheese a bit underwhelming (fishy). Cute ambiance and vibes inside. Somewhat accessible, a bit of a challenge if there would be a wheelchair. Small attached lot or street parking available. read more

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Tasty food and efficient service, despite a very busy day. Indoor and outdoor seating is nice and the ambiance is pleasing

Run, don't walk. The Key Lime dessert is back on the menu. "Life is short, eat dessert first"

Group of us girls had just seen a play at the Phipps theatre and were hungry! Very pleasant atmosphere and cute "igloo" like tables outdoors. We dined indoors. The hostess was very accommodating as we needed to have an electrical connection for oxygen. Our waiter was amazing! Very nice and friendly and knowledgeable about the food and beverages. I ordered the queen cut prime rib. It was accompanied with house made garlic mashed potatoes and cranberry almond green beans. It was ok. Meat did not have much flavor and the au jus was missing. The sides were very flavorful. Green beans were perfectly done, slight crispness and fresh flavor. My friend ordered the Parmesan crusted walleye. Talk about perfection. Light, flakey and the crust had a great crunch. I'm not much of a fish person, however if I go back, this is what I will order. The Lobster Mac&Cheese came out in a nice size bowl. I did not try this however the rest of the table exclaimed how smooth, creamy and flavorful it was. The beverages from the bar were delicious. Best Lemon Drop Martini I've had in ages. read more

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The restaurant is beautiful, you can see the river from it and the fire place in the center adds a warm cozy feel. Our server Elaina was wonderful! I got the walleye fish a chips which were great and my husband got the rotisserie chicken sandwich and that was yummy! The gravy that comes with the chicken you can eat by the spoonful!! It is delicious! The banana cream pie is delicious as well! read more

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We came to Pier 500 for Sunday brunch; there was a short wait while a table was cleaned, which was no big deal. Overall, the service once we were sat was pretty slow. Our server was kind & helpful, we just didn't see much of them. What we had: --Huevos Ranchero: I was surprised that this was served with tortillas on the side, I've never had it that way before. However, it was delicious! It reminded me of chili with some added flair; I'd give it a 4.5/5 --Eggs Benedict: This one was disappointing. There wasn't a ton of flavor, the hollandaise was skimpy, all we could really taste was the English muffin (which was good, but shouldn't be the star of the dish). The hashbrowns were tasty with an interesting creaminess to them. I'd love to go back & sit on the patio, the views looked worth the trip. read more

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Visited 7/16/24. 3.5/5 stars (rounded up). Came around 2:30 with 2 others and we were seated right away. You do have to pay for parking and although it's cheap it was a bit of an inconvenience. There is a lot though right off the restaurant. Started off with cocktails and each was flavorful and easy to drink with a good balance of alcohol and flavor. They definitely did seem fairly busy with not too much staff so I commend the waitress who had to wait on a big chunk of the patio. We ended up splitting the bang bang cauliflower app special, brie cheese curds, chicken nachos, and a side of French fries. The brie cheese curds were fine and I loved that we had the option between these and regular cheese curds but they just didn't have the squeakiness/slight crunch that I like in my cheese curds. The bang bang cauliflower was definitely a favorite from all of us. Nachos were solid, and fries were pretty typical. Overall I don't know that I would highly recommend the food, however the ambiance and patio of the place are top notch and make for a fun experience. Good happy hour type spot. read more

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Absolutely love this place!! Not our first time here but they never disappoint. Parking is ok, smaller parking lot but plenty of cheap on street parking. They have a beautiful bar for those times you just want to grab a drink. We had a very nice booth in the back, restaurant was not too loud and we could hear our own conversation. My wife and I shared the walleye sandwich and the rotisserie chicken sandwich. The food was good as always and the drinks really hit the spot, I mean they have Spotted Cow on tap!! We didn't have any desert this time but if your up for something sweet, take a trip to Knokes Candy Shop just up the hill. Pro tip: make a reservation during the holidays, you can get a table outside in a "snow globe", it's an awesome experience. read more

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We went for brunch in the igloo and it was beautiful! Food was delicious drinks also had good flavor. Our server was super nice and I love how everyone had a Christmas themed sweater on for the holiday. Inside the igloo was nice and cozy and really decked out compared to the other igloos that Ive been to. Each igloo had a different color theme, I love the time and creativity spent on each igloo. We are planning on going back to do another igloo experience for dinner, it would be beautiful lit up at night overlooking the river. Loved everything about it. read more

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What a pretty spot with an amazing view of the water and the HUDSON sign near the riverfront. Great patio area, but after getting heated on our river walk, the kiddos begged for some sweet, sweet air conditioning. My brother lives in town and frequents Pier 500, saying that they recently renovated to create swanky velveteen seating areas and a lounge towards the front hostess stand. If you want to sit outside, there is a host stand there. Prefer indoors, keep walking to the next stand inside. The building is deceivingly large and our party of 7 was seated immediately on a Thursday during prime lunch hours. We ordered the curd burger, meatloaf sandwich, roasted turkey club, and kids meals of burgers, chicken, and mac and cheese. The adult meals were great! Hubby frequently orders burgers when we go out and said this is the best burger he's ever had. HUGE praise from a burger-head. The meatloaf was a tad overcooked, but the demi glaze, whipped potatoes, and texture of the onion strings and tomatoes livened it up. I ended up pushing the bread underneath aside, as it was more of an accessory than necessity. We split salt and vinegar fries. Yes. Just...yes. My brother said he almost always gets the turkey club, as it is home roasted and hand-cut turkey that reminds him of Thanksgiving. The kids meals were okay. Note that the mac and cheese looks like a big pile of Kraft. No pizzazz or side to liven it up, if that matters to you or your kiddo. Their meals were perfectly kid-sized/miniaturized, except for the price. This place is fairly pricey, especially for lunch, but that's to be expected on the riverfront. We would come here again to sit on the patio and enjoy a drink and the friendly service. read more

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I went here on a Friday night with some friends and coworkers for drinks and apps. We reserved one of their igloos for an hour; I think I saw three total. It was a chilly night so loved that the igloo had blankets and a small fire pit so cozy vibes. It was a pleasant evening with friends and parking wasn't hard at all, street parking was available and restaurant parking. We all ordered drinks and I got the lavender lemonade which had a beautiful blue color and the bev was tasty too. We ordered several apps: sconnie cheese curds, Brie cheese curds, regular fries, salt and vinegar fries, Thai chicken flatbread, Szechuan green beans and tuna poke. I must say my faves were the the vinegar and fries, the Thai flat bread, and green beans. The Brie cheese curds tasted better to me than the regular cheese curds. Our waiter was friendly and check on us quite often for refills or removal of plates and empty glass. read more

Pier 500 - Salt and vinegar fries, Szechuan Green Beans, tuna poke, Brie Cheese Curds, Sconnie Staple Cheese Curds, Thai Chicken Flatbread - American Near Me - Hudson, Wisconsin

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Location! Location! Location! On a beautiful summer day, there might not be a better place to eat in town. The patio experience at Pier 500 is pretty nice. Has its own outdoor bar and has great views of the park and river. Because these tables are prime real-estate, I believe they have a time limit on your dining, and I also think they have some reservation rules too. Better check ahead of time! The indoor area is really nice too. Food and service was also pretty good. I was impressed that even though the staff was generally pretty young, they all seemed well trained and very professional. I had the Minute Chicken, which was a mushroom pasta and chicken dish with lemon butter and capers. I'd have it again... very good. Also split a slice of Key Lime Pie which was okay, but maybe over priced at $10. I would warn that even though there is a good sized metered lot available, parking is a little tough. read more

Pier 500 - Outdoor Bar - American Near Me - Hudson, Wisconsin

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Blackened Salmon was amazing as well as the grilled meatloaf and banana crème pie ! Service was excellent and we now have a new favorite booth at our favorite restaurant in downtown Hudson ! read more

Pier 500 - This is my new favorite booth - American Near Me - Hudson, Wisconsin