Fine dining. Cafés. Fast food. And a brewery?
It's all in the unique mix that makes Ashland the Heart of the Chequamegon Bay.
Although known for its natural wonders, scenic beauty, and wealth of fun events, Ashland also offers visitors a wide variety of mouthwatering mealtime choices. Casino spel online. Check out one of Ashland's locally-owned eateries for home-cooked specialties or sip an award-winning microbrew with your meal. Gather local organic treats and artisan breads and cheeses for a picnic in the Northwoods.
Our Little Land Locations are expanding to help reach as many communities as possible to assist young children with development through play and pediatric therapy. Find a Little Land near you to let your child experience the magic of play. Your adventure begins in a custom designed 4,000 square foot arena, with black lights, and other special effects. Using state of the art equipment, we guarantee you an experience your children will be talking about for days! Little Caesars Pizza has been proudly serving delicious products in Ashland for over 25 years. We use the finest ingredients. Indoor playland for the kids.
Whether you like your crust thick or thin, Ashland offers an abundance of amazing pizza choices. Grab a slice of taco pizza heaven at Hugo's or have Pizza Pub deliver your pepperoni pie for free. Enjoy a savory margherita pizza from The Alley or a stuffed-crust delight packed with toppings from Frankie's Pizza.
If you're looking for the perfect appetizer, stop by River Rock Inn & Bait Shop for some Cajun-smoked salmon. For dessert or anytime, treat yourself to scrumptious handmade lavender truffles from Gabriele's German Cookies & Chocolates!
Looking for a great gift for that someone hard to buy? Try Chamber Dollars.
2nd Street BistroServing fresh, seasonal ingredients prepared simply. Specializing in microbrews and boutique wines. Live music Fridays from 6pm-9pm. Closed Sundays. Open year-round. Locally owned.
View detailsAmericInn of AshlandSpectacular views from lakeside patio and rooms with balconies. Indoor pool, waterpark, whirlpool, sauna, fitness center, and enhanced continental breakfast. Suites with microwaves,.
View detailsArby'sArby's Restaurant Group, Inc., is the second largest quick-service sandwich chain in the U.S. with more than 3,400 restaurants system-wide. Ashland Chamber's Business.
View detailsAshland Baking CompanyWe are an artisan bakery featuring European-style breads and pastries, gourmet desserts, sandwiches, salads, and spreads as well as a variety of specialty.
View detailsAshland Family RestaurantOpen daily at 6 a.m to 9 p.m. year round. Homemade soups, pastries and a great menu prepared expertly at affordable prices. Large semi-private.
View detailsBad River Lodge & CasinoBad River Lodge & Casino: The Bad River Lodge & Casino will remain closed until we are certain the safety and well being.
View detailsBlack Cat CoffeehouseOffering espresso, fair-trade organic coffees, microbrew beer and a healthy vegetarian menu in a unique and fun atmosphere. Ashland Chamber's Business of the.
View detailsBlue Wave InnThe Blue Wave Inn The Blue Wave Inn, located in the Blue Wave on the Bay, is a 5 room boutique hotel that.
View detailsBreakwater RestaurantOverlooking Ashland's Breakwater Lighthouse, the Breakwater Restaurant offers a full menu along with daily specials and a friendly atmosphere. Open daily from 5.
View detailsBurger BarnA sweet surprise located in the heart of Ashland. Open for lunch and dinner. Welcomes groups & kids! Hours: Monday-Friday 10:30am-8pm; Saturday 7am-8pm.
View detailsBurger KingFamily-friendly fast food. Giant play area indoors, drive-thru and lobby service. Ashland Chamber's Business of the Week for January 11, 2016: Burger King Each.
View detailsCable Nature LodgeCable Nature Lodge is a boutique guest lodge set on 22 acres in the heart of the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. It features superior.
View detailsChartwellsChartwells at Northland College is a full-service caterer available to do events both big and small in the surrounding area. We are also.
View detailsChequamegon Food CooperativeProviding local, fresh, natural, and organic products since 1976. We offer fresh fruits and vegetables, specialty cheeses, microbrews, bulk foods, health and beauty.
View detailsChequamegon GrillBrand new restaurant located in the Best Western The Hotel Chequamegon on Lake Superior. Enjoy fresh hand-crafted dishes, local craft beer, and cocktails.
View detailsCulver's of Ashland, WISince 1984, Culver's has been delighting guests one meal at a time with our signature Butter Burgers and Fresh Frozen Custard. Ashland Chamber's.
View detailsDeep Water GrilleLittle Playland Limited
The DEEP WATER GRILLE combines unique fine dining and pub fare with the SOUTH SHORE BREWERY'S six microbrews on tap. Our three antique.
View detailsDelta DinerThe Delta Diner was established in 2003 for the intended purpose of providing a destination for people, near and far, who love a.
View detailsEl Charro Mexican Bar & GrillEl Charro is Northern Wisconsin's premier authentic Mexican Restaurant located in Ashland. The El Charro experience is enhanced with our large famous Margaritas.
View detailsEl Dorado Mexican RestaurantAuthentic Mexican food with the best salsa around. Quaint atmosphere with outdoor patio dining with a wonderful view of Lake Superior. Fast, quality.
View detailsFrankie's PizzaVoted 'Best Pizza on the Bay'! Open Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.; Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Friday.
View detailsGood Thyme Restaurant and CateringGood Thyme is well-known for delicious seasonal restaurant menus and beautiful wedding and event catering. We're all about fresh, made-from-scratch dishes and beautiful.
View detailsHugo's PizzaServing the best pizza in town! Also burgers, sandwiches, homemade soups and salads, desserts and many extras. Daily specials. Delivery & carry-outs available. We.
View detailsJack's Store, Inc.Hot food & fuel. Ashland Chamber's Business of the Week for December 25, 2017: Jack's Store Each week the Ashland Chamber of Commerce.
View detailsKravin' Frozen YogurtOpen 7 days a week at 11am to 10pm. 10 flavors of yogurt and 56 different toppings. Did you satisfy your Kravin'? Ashland.
View detailsKwik TripOpen – 24hours a day 7 days a week. Kwik Trip #110: 1814 Lakeshore Dr W. Kwik Trip #118: 2300 Lakeshore Dr.
View detailsLake Rock CafeCasino cruise review. Located inside the Quality Inn (formerly Ashland Lake Superior Lodge). Open to the public. Featuring the 'Wow Breakfast.'.
View detailsLakeshore CafeFamily friendly dining with daily breakfast and lunch specials.
View detailsLegendary Waters Resort & CasinoLegendary Waters Resort & Casino: With our top priority continuing to be the health and safety of our valued guests and team members.
View detailsLittle CaesarsLittle Caesars Pizza has been proudly serving delicious products in Ashland for over 25 years. We use the finest ingredients. Our dough is made fresh.
View detailsManomin RestaurantSatisfying choices! Great Hospitality! Bad River Lodge and Casino offers you a variety of dining options. For a quick break, try the casino.
View detailsMcDonald'sFast-food family restaurant. Indoor playland for the kids. Open: Sunday-Thursday 5am – 11am, drive thru open til 12pm. Friday-Saturday open 5am-11pm, drive thru.
View detailsNew China Restaurant, Inc.Restaurant and bar serving both Chinese and American cuisine. Daily lunch specials are served from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and a full.
View detailsPine Point LodgeWelcome to Pine Point Lodge located on the beautiful Pike Lake Chain near Iron River in the Chequamegon National Forest. Pine Point Lodge.
View detailsPizza PubThe Thayer family's 50-plus years of restaurant experience is combined with the same philosophy today as they had on day one: 'Never compromise,.
View detailsRookery Pub Fine Dining at Cable Nature LodgeSix-Time Winner and Member of TripAdvisor's Certificate of Excellence Hall of Fame, Rookery Pub Fine Dining offers the most flavorful and creative cuisine.
View detailsSon Shine on Main CafeBurgers, homemade fries, desserts, family friendly, Friday Fish Fry. Ashland Chamber's Business of the Week for August 18, 2019: Son Shine on Main.
Ashland's own microbrewery. 'The South Shore Brewery is dedicated to producing flavorful, innovative products. We use the best of traditional techniques and tap.
View detailsStarlit GardensOpen Friday and Saturday at 4:30-9pm. Gluten free and vegan option Dinner specials… Live music Drinks Desserts Farm to table.
View detailsSubway of AshlandYour locally-owned Subway. Mon-Thurs 7am-12midnight; Fri 7am-3am; Sat 8am-3pm; Sun 9am-12midnight Ashland Chamber's Business of the Week for March 25, 2019: Subway of.
View detailsTaco Dan Food TruckLocated at the Shell Station in Ashland on Hwy 2, Tuesdays 11am-2pm. Taco Dan is a gourmet truck and burrito express food truck. .
View detailsThe AlleyThe Alley, adjacent to the South Shore Brewery and the Deep Water Grille, features outdoor dining, gourmet pizza, juicy burgers and much more!.
View detailsThe Niblick BarThe Niblick Bar and Grill is Ashland's newest sports bar. Overlooking the Chequamegon Bay Golf Club, the Niblick is open 6 days a week.
View detailsThe Sandbar at the Blue WaveCasual coffee shop serving Wisconsin roasted Stone Creek Coffee, sandwiches, soup, full bar and outdoor seating with spectacular views of Lake Superior's Chequamegon.
View detailsThe WellThis iconic Ashland restaurant and bar offers a nostalgic place to drink, dine and gather to celebrate life's special occasions.
View detailsWhen children whine and complain and say that there's nothing to do, there's a ready-made solution. It's called a family entertainment center, a place where people of all ages can find something to keep themselves amused. There may be a soft play area for toddlers, a structure with nets and tunnels and slides for children a little bit older, video games, virtual reality laser tag and more for older kids and adults and, of course, food of some sort to fuel the energy. And, no doubt, there are more kinds of fun to come in the future.
Harold Skripsky, president of the International Association of Family Entertainment Centers, says that there were about 250 family entertainment centers in 1993 and today there are 4,000 to 5,000.
Skripsky knows firsthand about this phenomenal growth. In 1983 he co-founded the Enchanted Castle in Lombard. At first it covered 10,000 square feet and offered a few activities including video games, a redemption center where tickets could be traded in for prizes, a slide, a ball bounce area and a restaurant that featured an animated show. One thing led to another and, with more than the wave of a magic wand, the Enchanted Castle now houses 46,000 square feet of soft-sculpture fun, high-tech entertainment, and a restaurant.
'A family entertainment center is typically a special-event occasion for birthday parties, corporate events and even wedding receptions,' explains Skripsky. 'But typically people come back to a family entertainment center two to four times a year.'
The key to success is change. 'You have to continually reinvent what you're doing because kids get bored quickly and even adults want immediate gratification,' he says.
In addition to family entertainment centers, Skripsky points out, there are also children's entertainment centers, which focus on activities for children 10 years old and under; location-based entertainment, often found in malls, which feature one activity such as laser tag; and adult entertainment centers, with environments geared to attract grownups.
Some places offer a visit with no surprises, since an admission price gives each visitor unlimited activities. Many of the centers award tickets to those who play various skill games and have small or elaborate redemption centers where the tickets can be traded for trinkets. Be careful -- it's easy to get hooked on the ticket obsession.
For a stress-free time it's also crucial to keep in mind the reason for going to an entertainment center. As Skripsky so aptly points out, 'Probably one of the nicest things about my business is that I sell fun.'
Here is a sampling of some of the entertainment centers in the Chicago area:
Caesarland, Little Caesars, 7300 W. Foster Ave., 773-774-7330; 860 N. Roselle Rd., Hoffman Estates, 847-882-2992. These two Little Caesars restaurants each have a play structure with tunnels, slides and a maze, an art area, kiddie rides and a toddler area as well as a video game room. The Little Caesar character appears occasionally to lead kids in the hokey-pokey, the chicken dance and other activities. Admission is free and only the video games require tokens.
Chimpy's Pizza Safari, 1360 S. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville; 847-367-4386. This restaurant has a soft play structure, 3 animated stages, kiddie rides including a rocket, an alligator, a train and race cars, games and a redemption center. The play structure and animated entertainment are free, games and kiddie rides are one token (25 cents) each.
Chuck E. Cheese, 955 W. Dundee Rd., Arlington Heights, 847-577-8802; 1730 Fullerton Ave., 773-871-2484; 5030 S. Kedzie Ave., 312-476-0500; 106 Towncenter, Matteson, 708-747-5666; 1317 North Ave., Melrose Park, 708-343-1224; 1154 E. Ogden Ave., Naperville, 708-369-2012; 4031 W. 95th St., Oak Lawn, 708-425-5800; Village Crossing, Touhy Avenue and Carpenter Road, Skokie, 847-679-8180; Westview Shopping Center, Streamwood, 630-289-6700; 16090 S. Harlem Ave., Tinley Park, 708-429-9230. This restaurant chain, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary, offers all sorts of activities along with pizza. There are a play structure for climbing and crawling, skill games and a redemption center, rides that include a carousel, fire engines and scooters and a robotic show. Admission is free for show and play structure; rides and games require tokens (four for $1).
Dave & Buster's, 1030 N. Clark St., 312-943-5151; 1155 Swift Rd., Addison; 630-543-5151. This establishment, geared toward adults, offers a Speedway that includes games such as Formula 1 and Motorcross racing, the 19th Hole golf simulator, a Midway with a horse race and a variety of electronic simulators, the Galaxian Theater featuring individual command modules that surround the player with an intergalactic battle, shuffleboard, billiards, and a restaurant with a full menu. Chips to participate in activities cost $1 for 3; games cost 1 to 16 chips. Only 3 underage guests are allowed per adult. Children are not allowed after 10 p.m.
Discovery Zone, 1512 N. Naper Blvd., Naperville, 630-955-1753; 15131 S. LaGrange Rd., Orland Park, 708-349-4693; 2570 W. Schaumburg Rd., Schaumburg, 847-882-8752; 6226 S. Cass Ave., Westmont, 630-663-0903; 1700 E. 80th St., Merrillville Plaza, Merrillville, Ind., 219-756-7529. The Zones have soft play spaces that include tunnels, slides and ball pits and the D.Z. Diner. All locations except the one in Schaumburg have game rooms. Special events are scheduled regularly. $3.99 for children under 3, $5.99 for children 4 and over, free for children under 12 months and parents.
Enchanted Castle Restaurant and Entertainment Complex, 1103 S. Main St., Lombard; 630-953-7860. The Castle offers Q-ZAR State-of-the-Art Laser Tag with fog and special lighting effects; The Rage, a Movie 'n' Motion Virtual Theatre featuring 6 different adventure films with spectators in seats manipulated with hydraulic motion; Krazy Bumper Kars; Bowlingo Lanes; Miniature Golf featuring a castle, waterfalls and fountains; 280 skill, redemption and sport games; an animated musical revue with singing dragons, a wizard and a princess; and four castle-themed dining rooms. Admission is free; activities range in price from $1.50 for the Bumper Kars to $5.25-$6.25 for Laser Tag. The Castle also has the ImaGYMnation Station Adventure Playland, which is a two-level area for kids under 12 featuring a maze, bumper bridge, trapeze bars, trolley slides and a foam forest; $4 admission to the ImaGYMnation for children, free for adults accompanying a child.
Family Playland, 2 Crystal Lake Plaza, Crystal Lake, 815-356-9820. The former Circus Playland reopens in early November under new ownership. Plans include the addition of virtual reality games, black-light air hockey and a computer room in which adults, if they wish, can work while their children play. The $3.50 admission includes pizza, pop, and tokens. Additional tokens (25 cents each) are available for purchase.
The Great Odyssey, 1515 W. Aurora Ave., Naperville; 630-355-7622. This center offers a 4-level play area with a maze, colored balls and other activities for children 3 and up, a whirling mini-roller coaster, bumper cars, an airplane ride, a classic carousel, video games and a redemption center, bumper bowling and cosmic bowling (call for times) with a light show, lasers, fog machines, music and glow-in-the-dark lanes, pins and bowling balls; $1-$3.50 per ride, $6.95 pass for unlimited rides Monday-Friday, $7.95 unlimited ride pass Saturday-Sunday, $3.25 per game for cosmic bowling.
Hollywood Park, 5051 Cal-Sag Rd., Crestwood, 708-389-PARK; 2635 Bernice Rd., Lansing, 708-474-8989; 1050 Horseprairie Ave., Valparaiso, Ind., 219-462-1194. The indoor park in Crestwood features Fangalangus Island Fantasy Playland, two 18-hole miniature golf courses, FX simulator-special effects ride, 150 sport, skill and redemption games and redemption center and Flicks 'n Toons Diner. The Lansing location has the Cooter's Treehouse Playland, two 18-hole miniature golf courses, go-kart racetrack, batting cages, 100 sport, skill and redemption games and redemption center and Flicks 'n Toons Diner. Hollywood Park in Valparaiso features two 18-hole miniature golf courses, go-kart racetrack, batting cages, driving range, 60 sport, skill and redemption games and redemption center and Hollywood Snack Shop. Prices for various activities range from $4 for adults and $3 for children for miniature golf to $3 for Fangalangus Island Playland and $2 per person for FX Simulator Ride. Inside activities open all year.
Jeepers!, 4516 N. Harlem Ave., Norridge; 800-533-7377. This center includes a soft playground with a giant slide, tubes, chutes and obstacle courses, bumper cars, Flying Bananas, Python Pit Roller Coaster, Yak Attack Himalaya ride, skill games and a redemption center and the Tiny Rhino Diner featuring pizza from Pizza Hut. Ride tickets are 75 cents each when purchased in a pack of 10, 60 cents each when purchased in a pack of 20; $6.99 for all-day wrist band Monday-Friday; $10.99 for an all-day wristband on Saturday-Sunday; $3.99 for an all-day wrist band for children under 36 inches tall.
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Jungle Jim's Playland, 723 W. Golf Rd., Des Plaines; 847-640-5500. This indoor kid-sized jungle has rides such as the Amazon Roller Coaster, Lion Bumper Cars, a ferris wheel, the spinning tops as well as a soft playground with tunnels, slides, nets and a ball pit as well as games of skill; $6.99 per child for unlimited rides on weekdays, $7.99 per child for unlimited rides on weekends, adults accompanying children are free.
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Kid 'n' Me, 126 S. Waukegan Rd., Deerfield; 847-272-6660. This is an indoor playland for younger children. Various play areas include a miniature grocery store setting, a make-believe underseas environment, a place to play with giant blocks, some playground equipment for little ones and an enclosed area with mats and cubes and other objects to play with for babies. $3.75 for children under 2, $6.75 for children 2 and older, adults free with paid child admissions.
Leap 'N Lizards, 19 Berkshire Drive, Crystal Lake; 815-356-5656. This center has a playscape with 4 levels featuring 3 slides, an air bounce, nets, foam blocks, a foam forest and 2 ball pits including one for children under 3. Refreshments include pizza, nachos, chicken nuggets and other kid-friendly food. Admission is $3 for ages 12-24 months, $5.95 for 24 months and up; infants and adults are free; $5.95 for 2 children 24 months and up on Tuesdays; $3.95 for one child 24 months and up on Thursdays.
Let's Dress Up, 1222 S. Highland Ave., Lombard; 630-932-7529. Macbook pro 2017 xcode. This dress-up playhouse has as many as 1,500 child-sized costumes ranging from wedding dresses to glamorous gowns and ballerina tutus as well as get-ups for action figures, cowboys, military men and Dracula. Various themed rooms include the enchanted forest with palm trees and the princess parlor with a crystal chandelier. $6 for one hour, $8 for 1 1/2 hours, $1.25 additional for a tea party.
Magic City Midway, 3400 Grand Ave., Gurnee; 847-249-9100. This indoor entertainment center offers a 3-story play space and ball crawl, bumper cars and a roller coaster, virtual reality golf, video games and a redemption center and a roller skating rink. Individual prices are $5 per child for the Ball Crawl, $2 per ride for the bumper cars or the roller coaster; several Fun Packs are available starting with one for $29.95, which includes 4 bumper car tickets, 4 roller coaster tickets, 4 ball crawl tickets and 4 roller skating tickets (skate rental not included).
Odyssey Fun World, 19111 S. Oak Park Ave., Tinley Park; 708-429-3800. This entertainment center offers 43,000 square feet of indoor entertainment open all year and 12 acres of outdoor activities open on weekends through Sunday, Oct. 26, although it may be open on Nov.1-2 if weather permits. It offers 2 levels of arcade and redemption games, Laser Zone featuring laser tag inside an inflatable space ship, a 4-level Exploration Adventure with tubes, tunnels and slides as well as a Connie's Pizza restaurant. The outdoor space features bumper boats on a pond of water, batting cages, 2 18-hole miniature golf courses (one is wheelchair accessible), 2 go-kart tracks, speed boats (for ages 21 and over with a valid driver's license), Kidz Park with amusement rides for ages 12 and under. Admission is free and activities are priced separately. For example, laser tag is $3.50, Exploration Adventure is $4.95 Monday-Thursday, $5.50 Friday-Sunday, $2.95 for ages 1-3 and free for children under 1 with a paid children's admission. Wristbands are available for $6.99-$18.99 depending on the number of activities included.
Super Just Games, 557 Waukegan Rd., Brookside Plaza, Northbrook; 847-559-8727. This center has more than 200 skill games, many of which are free and others that operate on nickels, and a redemption center as well as bumper cars and a carousel. $2 entrance fee.
Tunnels of Fun, 2843 W. Kirchoff Rd., Rolling Meadows; 708-590-1800. Fix apple wired keyboard. This play park features places to climb, crawl and bounce with tubes, a rope bridge and other activities in areas geared to the development of different age groups including a section for toddlers. The center also includes a dress-up area as well as a quiet room with workout equipment for adults who bring children. $4.95 per child, free for adults.
