Driftwood #16: Buy Local

April 5, 2021

Local Pubs for Casual Dining

Sometimes you don’t really feel like getting anything too extravagant to eat, just a quick lunch, or a small meal before an event. Pubs are a great place to find a speedy meal like a burger, some soup, a sandwich, or a variety of appetizers, and if you’re over the age of 21, a great place to have a drink and something to eat with your friends. During the COVID-19 pandemic, many pubs and restaurants have switched to delivery and take-out, but those listed below are all open for dine-in and take-out.

Local Pubs in Green Bay:

• Hagemeister Park: (920) 884-9909. Hagemeister Park in downtown Green Bay is a nice place to grab some food and something to drink while waiting for a shuttle to Lambeau Field. They offer catering off of their large menu. I suggest ordering the Firecracker Shrimp off the appetizer menu. Pictured above: Hagemeister Park installed outdoor igloos during COVID to keep customers cozy and safe. 
• Legend Larry’s: (920) 435-7000. If you’re in Green Bay and looking for a local favorite for chicken wings, try Legend Larry’s. With an array of award-winning sauces to choose from, Legend Larry’s boasts their chicken wings, which are always fresh and never frozen. I recommend their raspberry habanero sauce, especially if you’re looking for a bit of a fresh kick of spice.
• St. Brendan’s Inn: (920) 884-8484. An Irish pub in downtown Green Bay, St. Brendan’s Inn has an amazing menu of both classic Irish food and drinks.They have a bar seated area and a nicer dining room connected to the St. Brendan’s Inn hotel. I could not recommend the Castle Daly Lamb Shank more.

Local Pubs in Marinette: 

• Mikey’s Twisted Plate: (715) 330-5348. When I asked my local Marinette friend for the best pub in the area, she mentioned this place, and then she went on about it for over an hour. Mikey’s has amazing sandwiches, wraps, mac and cheese, soups, homemade bread, and more. Check out their Facebook to keep updated on their menu and dining hours. Currently, they only take reservations after four, and accept phone or online orders for carry-out throughout the day.
• Pirate’s Cove: (906) 863-3005. Located on 1st Street in Menominee, this pirate-themed pub with a waterfront view specializes in juicy burgers, sandwiches, and pizza, as well as a full array of appetizers.
• Iron Works: (715) 504-2000. This Marinette pub is locally famous for the sculpture on its roof that’s an homage to the iconic photograph, “Lunch Atop a Skyscraper.” It also boasts delicious wings, pizza, burgers, and sandwiches in a beautiful, old brick building on Main Street.