Wilson's Restaurant & Ice Cream Parlor
An old-fashioned ice cream parlor in Ephraim, open since 1906, with red-and-white awnings facing Eagle Harbor. 2026 marks its 120th season.
Located on Water Street in Ephraim, facing Eagle Harbor, its red-and-white striped awnings are a town landmark. It keeps its old soda fountain and tableside jukeboxes. Signature items include house-brewed root beer, a range of ice cream sundaes and charbroiled burgers. Summer evenings often bring lines, and the ice cream counter stays open about an hour later than the kitchen. Closed in winter; spring and fall hours are shorter, so call ahead (920-854-2041) before you go. About $15–20 per person.
Opening hours
Seasonal: summer approx. 11:00 AM–9:30 PM (ice cream until about 10:30 PM); closed in winter
Nearby sights
- Ephraim
- Peninsula State Park
- Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant
- Eagle Bluff Lighthouse
- Fish Creek
- The Ridges Sanctuary
- Cana Island Lighthouse
- Newport State Park