This Rustic Barn Restaurant In Wisconsin Serves Up Heaping Helpings Of Country Cooking
By Ben Jones|Published March 01, 2023
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Ben Jones is at heart an adventurer who delights in inspiring others. A former reporter and photojournalist, he explored towns large and small as a Wisconsin correspondent for USA Today. He later became a lead photographer and senior copywriter for an award-winning destination marketing agency, before founding Boldland Creative, a company that produces photography, video, and other content for travel destinations. Jones has completed photography and content projects in more than 15 states and when he’s not looking through a camera or at his Macbook you’ll find him exploring the world’s lakes and forests.
For more than four decades, some delicious down home cooking has been served in an unlikely place. The Barn Restaurant in Praire du Chien is just what the name suggests – a restaurant in a giant barn. This rustic Wisconsin restaurant is a haven for classic American cuisine and it’s practically impossible to leave hungry. Here’s why you should make plans to enjoy a night out in The Barn Restaurant.
The Barn Restaurant is located a short distance from the Mississippi River, just north of Prairie du Chien, the oldest European settlement on the Upper Mississippi.
There’s a lot of history in this area and the story of The Barn began in 1981, when it began serving up delicious food in a rustic-chic setting. It quickly built a big following of loyal customers.
The property is huge and it’s filled with nooks and crannies; if you’re a curious explorer, there’s always something new to discover in the restaurant or grounds.
Of course, the real draw here is the food. It's all done well, from the appetizers to the desserts. In terms of starters, go with the cheese curds. Fresh and beer battered in house, you can enjoy them with ranch or marinara sauce!
The Barn serves all the country supper club classics. Enjoy a big plate of broasted chicken, locally caught Mississippi catfish, or a thick porterhouse grilled to your liking.
Diners also rave about the salad bar, the rolls, the soup, the Friday fish fry... pretty much everything! Come see what the buzz is about, make a reservation, and get ready for a delightful dining experience.
Learn more about this great western Wisconsin restaurant on The Barn Restaurant website. While you’re in the area, you may want to take time to explore Prairie du Chien’s history. There’s a lot to discover!
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