Greunke's First Street Inn & Dining

We made the mistake of thinking this would be a great spot on account of the cars in the parking lot and the signs saying “fine food”. Save yourselves…go elsewhere. You would have a better gastronomic experience getting a frozen dinner at the grocery store and heating it up in the microwave at your lodging. Far and away the worst experience I have had in many years.

During each of my many visits to Greunke’s over the years with family and friends, this restaurant and inn has always been a very special part of my Bayfield experience. Greunke’s is a gem – an oasis for authentic Northwoods hospitality and a showcase for iconic music in pop culture from previous decades. Greunke’s is a “must” for anyone who appreciates an enjoyable departure from homogeneous, me-too dining or lodging establishments that can be found anywhere across the country.

I ate at this iconic restaurant and had their fried whitefish livers appetizer and broiled whitefish dinner main course. Homemade mashed potatoes (choice of potatoes) and coleslaw comes with it. Both were delicious! You cannot find breaded and fried whitefish livers anyplace else and they are amazing with a little squeeze of lemon. They also serve pan sautéed whitefish livers with peppers and onions a more common preparation in the Bayfield area. These livers are a local delicacy and a must try! Service was spot on. The food was cooked perfectly. Shout out to Chef Cass!

Did not stay at the Hotel. The food was horrible. There were 6 guest in the Restaurant on a Friday night. The Fish Fry was so bad. My dogs eat better.

My husband and I stayed at the INN in the Cowboy room. The room was cute with a private toilet but shared showers. The owner was great and communicated well. We were right next to the main door and only heard the door opening and closing on occasion. We really don’t hear any of the other guests. The location is perfect. We walked everywhere and never had to move our car. We ate breakfast at the restaurant. The food was ok. Just typical breakfast. Cool atmosphere and decor. The service from our waitress was great. Some of the other employees were not as friendly looking. We didn’t eat there again, so I can’t say how dinners are. But if you need a place to stay that’s within walking distance, comfortable and affordable, the INN was perfect.