Grunzolio Pizzeria and Brewpub

Grunzolio Pizzeria and Brewpub is always a local favorite and with students. Pizza and beer there is no closer place to Valhalla than that combo for the university set. This pizzeria makes fresh pizzas with fresh ingredients, homemade sauce every morning and sells pizza by the slice throughout the day.  And patrons can find a great tap menu of beers brewed by this popular student institution.

Address: 108 S Fremont Street, Whitewater, Wisconsin

Phone:(608) 884-0131

China House

The popularity of American fast food or junk food comes from the scientifically, successfully identified ratio of salt to sugar. Many smaller town Chinese restaurants know this winning combo of flavor yields repeat customers. And while China House does ascribe to the sweet to salty formula where the restaurant deviates is the chef's less reliance on salt. This flavor choice is apparent in China House's fried rice, which is not brownish from an abundance soy sauce. There is the traditional American offering of a lunch special with the classics like General Tsao's, Sesame Chicken and Cashew Chicken but unlike many Chinese restaurants these days owned by Chinese from the Mainland, China House's Garden's menu harkens back to the days of when Cantonese cuisine dominated American options. For those Cantonese classics look no further than the many choices like Lo Mein, Mu Shu, Chow Mei Fun, Chow Mein, and Chop Suey. 

And Bonus points: tea for complimentary for all customers, self serve, usually Oolong a Chinese classic.

This restaurant is plastic free, cash and check only please.

Address: 1128 W Main St Whitewater

Phone: (262) 473-9788

Gus's Pizza Palace

For a more formal experience Gus's is a very popular pizza destination over 50 years with out of town families, locals and students.  This pizzeria is a tradition for students many coming back years later after graduating from UW-Whitewater. The thin crust with homemade sauce and of course fresh ingredients, is a must here.  Don't forget the buckets of chicken, cheese sticks and gyros too.

Address: 139 W Main St, Whitewater, WI 53190-1903

Phone: (262)-473-3562

Fanatico Ristorante Italian

Owned by two former NYC restaurant owners this a special place to bring the family for a celebration like a graduation from UW-Whitewater. This unpretentious, tasteful sit down, and slow down, Italian restaurant serving up the classics like ravioli, chicken marsala, lasagna, chicken parmesan and of course spaghetti and meatballs (Puttanesca with Meatballs) with a side order of mozzarella or zucchini sticks.  The deserts are amazing with eye popping array of cakes too with offerings like lemon marscarpone, tiramisu or cannoli for starters.

Reservations are recommended but it depends on the day of the week, and events in town like graduation day.

Address: 162 W Main St, Whitewater, WI 53190-1975

Phone: (262)-472-0747

The Kraus Haus At The Fuzzy Pig

A Tapas type, small plate restaurant featuring Spanish cuisine dished like Arborio Braised Rice, Slow braised Via Sous Vida,  Huancaina Con Pato, German dishes like Braunschweiger Pickled Herring and Kessler Ripchen and odd assortment of dishes like Haus Made Fresh Pasta,  Filet Mignon, Aji Amarillo Peppers, Short Ribs, mussels, a forest popover and many more popular smalls, great atmosphere, ideal for family celebrations like anniversaries.

Address: N8660 Clover Valley Rd, Whitewater, WI 53190

Cozumel Mexican Restaurant

Festive decor, family friendly atmosphere, Cozumel Mexican Restaurant features the classics, big burritos, steak quesadillas, chimichangas and enchiladas or try the show stopper like shrimp fajitas on a sizzling, cast iron skillet. Quick service, affordable with large portions with great chips and salsa, and sometimes like authentic music to accompany the dining experience.

Address: 1139 W Main St, Whitewater, WI 53190-1618

Phone: (262)-472-0131

Bingg's Farmstead Restaurant

Located north of Whitewater off HWY 12, Bingg's brings an International menu find Thai Peanut Chicken on the same menu for Greek Choriatiki (flatbread), Chicken Alfredo, Bulgogi (Korean beef BBQ), Pierogies and more common fare like prime rib and fish fries. Outdoor patio. Lunch offerings include build your own burgers, a kimchi burger, gyros, chicken salad sandwich, and fried shrimp. Also popular is the Goonie Crab Rangoon Dip.

Address: N416 Twinkling Star Rd, Whitewater, WI 53190

Phone: (262)-203-9830

Casual Joe's BBQ

Memphis, Kansas City, and now Whitewater is on the map with Casual Joe's BBQ. Located in a former auto repair shop, the rugged brick building matches the fare and theme of Casual Joe's BBQ. Casual Joe's is about Drink local. Eat Local with great sized portions with some of the best BBQ in Whitewater, great tasty sides like baked "mac & cheese. And try surprises like the  brisket & smoked pork, smoked salmon, brisket and sausage.  An affordable option for families with their Family Sampler that included 3 meats of your choice and 2 sides. Top the meal with Homemade ice cream sundae for dessert

Address: 319 W James St, Whitewater, WI 53190-1929
Phone:   (262)-753-2407

La Piazza Pizzeria

In a college town like Whitewater known for pizza La Piazza Pizzeria. buffalo chicken and baked ziti, my wife had the bianca and a slice of cheese.  All three were good, large New York style slices, but the stand-outs were the buffalo chicken and bianca.

Address: 162 W Main St Suite H, Whitewater, WI 53190-1975

Phone: (262)-458-2727

Taco Fresco

Tour the world one taco at the time at Taco Fresco. Try the Moroccan chicken taco, or Asian steak taco, Brazilian Taco or the Gyro Taco, a delicious combination of ground lamb, tomatoes and onions and house made Tzatziki on the side.

Address: 175 W Main St, Whitewater, WI 53190-1974

Phone: (262)-473-1287

Jessica's Family Restaurant

For traditional American fare Jessica's Family Restaurant is the classic dine in the booth hearty breakfast and lunch destination. 

Address: 140 W Main St, Whitewater, WI 53190-1904

Phone: (262)-473-9890