Editor’s Note: Since the publication of this article, Choo Choo Charlie’s has permanently closed.
Train enthusiasts should put on their striped caps and overalls and prepare for an awesome meal at Choo Choo Charlie’s in Kenosha. Housed in a Metra station, visitors can drive up, take the commuter train or Kenosha’s light rail right to the door. As soon as you arrive, you’ll understand why many consider this to be the best train-themed restaurant in Wisconsin. Prepare your taste buds for an incredible excursion, because they’re about to take a trip straight out of this world.
Housed in one of Kenosha’s Metra (commuter train) stations, Choo Choo Charlie’s maximizes the train fun.
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Admittedly child-centered, this restaurant focuses on the kids, but doesn’t forget about the parents.
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There are four different trains running throughout the restaurant and they deliver your food.
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The decor is as awesome as one would imagine and there’s plenty to see and do inside this depot.
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The staff and owners are all decked out.
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The tracks run all over the restaurant and there’s constantly movement and whistles. And just look out the windows to catch sight of a real train or the Kenosha streetcar.
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The food makes its way out from the kitchen …
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… and then your server picks it up and brings it over to you.
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Speaking of the food - there’s plenty of simple stuff to please picky children while the adult side of the menu features unique and delicious twists on old favorites.
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The place can get busy, but parents praise their attention to detail. Tables are covered in paper and crayons are provided. Kids get activity books upon arrival. When the kitchen gets backed up, staff have been known to drop fruit or other treats by the waiting tables to make sure kids don’t get fussy.
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Movies and shows like Thomas the Tank Engine and Polar Express are always on the big screen.
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No matter where you sit, the trains are moving to and fro to keep you interested and entertained. The theme is in everything this place does.
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Before you leave, make sure you tug on the train whistle at the cash register. The Metra is a Chicago-area commuter train that has lines running into all of suburban Chicago (and beyond) making Choo Choo Charlie’s the perfect day-trip for folks from all over. It’s located at 5414 13th Ave, Kenosha, WI 53140.
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Have you ever eaten at Choo Choo Charlie’s? Tell us about your experience in the comments! If you’ve never paid a visit to this super fun destination, there’s never a bad time to plan your trip. You’ll soon realize why so many consider this charming spot to be the best train-themed restaurant in Wisconsin… especially if you have kids to entertain!
For more information on this charming eatery, visit its website.
Looking for more train-based fun in Wisconsin? Check out 5 Epic Train Rides In Wisconsin That Will Give You An Unforgettable Experience
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Address: 5414 13th Ave, Kenosha, WI 53140, USA
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A Train-Themed Restaurant In Wisconsin February 09, 2020 Nikki Rhoades Are there other themed restaurants in Wisconsin? If you’ve never visited America’s Dairyland, you may be surprised the uncover the variety of themed restaurants in Wisconsin. Amidst our 65,498 square miles of landscape, you will find a number of incredible and unique dining destinations. Are you a fan of bacon? You’ll be pleased to learn that we have our very own bacon-themed eatery. You’ll find that many of our small towns have their own themed restaurants worth bragging about, and boy do locals love to brag! We’re always happy to point you in the right direction if you have any questions, so don’t be afraid to ask. Almost every Wisconsin restaurant is whimsical in some way, it seems! Can I take a train ride in Wisconsin? Nothing truly compares to the incredible majesty of the local landscape, and an excursion via train offers ample opportunity to see it. The Great Northern Railroad has a Dinner Train that’s absolutely enchanting, and that’s just one of many noteworthy excursions. They also offer a bed and breakfast train and a family pizza train. Are there any other train-themed destinations in Wisconsin? Here in The Badger State, we locals apparently have a great admiration of all things railroad. If you’ve ever had a craving for Mexican food here in the area, you’ll find a charming Tex-Mex eatery hiding in a former depot and railcar in Waukesha. There are a number of train-themed day trips you can enjoy in this spectacular area. You just may find other splendid surprises along the way… just keep an open mind, as you truly never know what wonders await you in your travels throughout America’s Dairyland.
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A Train-Themed Restaurant In Wisconsin
February 09, 2020
Nikki Rhoades
Are there other themed restaurants in Wisconsin? If you’ve never visited America’s Dairyland, you may be surprised the uncover the variety of themed restaurants in Wisconsin. Amidst our 65,498 square miles of landscape, you will find a number of incredible and unique dining destinations. Are you a fan of bacon? You’ll be pleased to learn that we have our very own bacon-themed eatery. You’ll find that many of our small towns have their own themed restaurants worth bragging about, and boy do locals love to brag! We’re always happy to point you in the right direction if you have any questions, so don’t be afraid to ask. Almost every Wisconsin restaurant is whimsical in some way, it seems! Can I take a train ride in Wisconsin? Nothing truly compares to the incredible majesty of the local landscape, and an excursion via train offers ample opportunity to see it. The Great Northern Railroad has a Dinner Train that’s absolutely enchanting, and that’s just one of many noteworthy excursions. They also offer a bed and breakfast train and a family pizza train. Are there any other train-themed destinations in Wisconsin? Here in The Badger State, we locals apparently have a great admiration of all things railroad. If you’ve ever had a craving for Mexican food here in the area, you’ll find a charming Tex-Mex eatery hiding in a former depot and railcar in Waukesha. There are a number of train-themed day trips you can enjoy in this spectacular area. You just may find other splendid surprises along the way… just keep an open mind, as you truly never know what wonders await you in your travels throughout America’s Dairyland.
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
If you’ve never visited America’s Dairyland, you may be surprised the uncover the variety of themed restaurants in Wisconsin. Amidst our 65,498 square miles of landscape, you will find a number of incredible and unique dining destinations. Are you a fan of bacon? You’ll be pleased to learn that we have our very own bacon-themed eatery. You’ll find that many of our small towns have their own themed restaurants worth bragging about, and boy do locals love to brag! We’re always happy to point you in the right direction if you have any questions, so don’t be afraid to ask. Almost every Wisconsin restaurant is whimsical in some way, it seems!
Can I take a train ride in Wisconsin?
Nothing truly compares to the incredible majesty of the local landscape, and an excursion via train offers ample opportunity to see it. The Great Northern Railroad has a Dinner Train that’s absolutely enchanting, and that’s just one of many noteworthy excursions. They also offer a bed and breakfast train and a family pizza train.
Are there any other train-themed destinations in Wisconsin?
Here in The Badger State, we locals apparently have a great admiration of all things railroad. If you’ve ever had a craving for Mexican food here in the area, you’ll find a charming Tex-Mex eatery hiding in a former depot and railcar in Waukesha. There are a number of train-themed day trips you can enjoy in this spectacular area. You just may find other splendid surprises along the way… just keep an open mind, as you truly never know what wonders await you in your travels throughout America’s Dairyland.
