THINGS TO DO IN MANITOWOC, WI

June 3, 2025

Restaurants:

  • Ryan’s on York
    • Address – 712 York St Manitowoc, WI 54220
    • Hours – 11am to 10pm
    • Ryan’s on York offers a cozy and inviting gastropub ambiance, perfect for a relaxed meal or casual drinks. Menu features burgers, pad thai, and homemade fries! Be sure to check the Facebook page for creative specials.
    • We recommend : The fried cheese

  • Brick’s Downtown Bar & Grill
    • Address – 939 S 8th St Manitowoc, WI 54220
    • Hours – 11am to 8pm
    • Set in a beautifully restored 1894 building, Brick’s Downtown Bar & Grill offers a blend of historic charm and modern comfort. Menu features burgers, wraps, and appetizers.
    • We recommend : The bourbon dip

  • Pizza Garden
    • Address – 301 N 8th St Manitowoc, WI 54220
    • Hours – Mon through Wed- 3pm to 9pm, Thurs-Fri 11am to 9pm
    • Established in 1957, Pizza Garden holds the distinction of being Manitowoc’s first pizzeria. Menu features pizza, pasta, and even nachos!
    • We recommend : The Bang Bang Nachos or crab rangoon pizza

  • Courthouse Pub
    • Address – 1001 S 8th St Manitowoc, WI 54220
    • Hours – Tues through Fri – 11am to 9pm
    • Set in a beautifully restored historic building, Courthouse Pub offers an elegant yet comfortable dining experience. Menu features burgers, sandwiches, salads and more.
    • We recommend : The cheese curds with raspberry sauce

  • Maretti’s Deli
    • Address – 823 Buffalo St Manitowoc, WI 54220
    • Hours – 10am to 3:30pm
    • Maretti’s offers a cozy atmosphere with friendly staff, making you feel right at home as soon as you walk in. Menu features fresh deli sandwiches, homemade soups and pastas.
    • We recommend : The turkey with cream cheese and provolone

  • El Tequila
    • Address – 4411 Calumet Ave Manitowoc, WI 54220
    • Hours – 10:30am to 10pm
    • Authentic Mexican cuisine in a lively setting! Menu features burritos, quesadillas, nachos and more!
    • We recommend : The quesadilla ranchera or chicken fajitas

Coffee Shops:

  • Manitowoc Coffee
    • Address – 706 York St, Manitowoc, WI 54220
    • Hours – 7am to 2pm
    • Located in a historic downtown building, Manitowoc Coffee honors its heritage with a warm and inviting atmosphere for patrons. Menu includes breakfast, lunch and a WIDE range of drinks!
    • We recommend : The banana bread latte

  • Retro 8th
    • Address – 801 N 8th, Manitowoc, WI 54220
    • Hours – Tues-Fri – 7am to 5pm
    • Housed in a renovated historic autobody shop, Retro Eighth exudes a groovy, retro charm with garage doors for windows and vintage décor. Menu includes specialty coffee drinks, matcha and a make-your-own acai bar.
    • We recommend : Making your own acai bowl!

  • Cool City Coffee
    • Address – 1718 West Park, St Two Rivers, WI 54241
    • Hours – 6:30am to 2pm
    • Housed in a beautifully restored bank, Cool City Brewing Company & Coffee provides a warm and inviting atmosphere. Menu features specialty coffee drinks, light breakfast and Lotus drinks.
    • We recommend : The iced caramel macchiato with caramel cold foam

  • The High Lift
    • Address – 1207 Madison St, Two Rivers, WI 54241
    • Hours – 6am to 6pm
    • Housed in a gorgeous restored mechanic shop, The High Lift offers a welcoming atmosphere. Menu features specialty coffee drinks and local bakery goods.
    • We recommend : The jalapeno bagel and the monthly latte special

Stores:

  • The Nook
    • Address – 211 N 9th St, Manitowoc, WI 54220
    • Hours – Wed – 9am to 6pm, Thurs – Fri – 9am to 8pm
    • The Nook is a unique establishment in Manitowoc that combines a mocktail lounge with a bookstore. It offers a selection of non-alcoholic beverages and coffee, providing a “happy hour without the hangover.” Perfect place to shop, sip and relax!

  • Pink Petal
    • Address – 912 S 8th St, Manitowoc, WI 54220
    • Hours – 10am to 5pm
    • With a focus on contemporary fashion, Pink Petal Boutique is a destination for those looking to update their wardrobe with chic pieces. The shop also features many accessories.

  • Graced
    • Address – 914 S 8th St, Manitowoc, WI 54220
    • Hours – 10am to 5pm
    • Graced is a women’s fashion boutique that offers a curated selection of elegant and contemporary clothing and accessories. 

Walking Trails:

  • Mariner’s Trail
    • Address – Runs the entire path along Lake Michigan. Park at any of the rest stops along the lake, or by the Manitowoc Lighthouse.
    • The Mariners Trail is a beautiful, hard-surfaced recreational 7-mile trail running along Lake Michigan connecting the cities of Manitowoc and Two Rivers, Wisconsin.  Many take time to walk, bike, in-line skate, or run while enjoying the cool lake breeze and the beautiful shoreline scenery. 

  • Ice Age Trail
    • Address – 3800 Broadway St, Manitowoc, WI 54220
    • The Manitowoc Segment of the Ice Age Trail is a 7.3-mile multi-use trail in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. Most of this trail is paved, and the full length is very easy to walk. A great starting point is Lower Schuette Park, which is the address above.

  • Neshota Beach
    • Address – 2111 Pierce St, Two Rivers, WI 54241
    • A beautiful sandy beach on Lake Michigan located about 15 minutes north of Manitowoc. Lots of walking paths around the parks in the area.