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American restaurant in Ashland, Wisconsin
What should I order at Breakwater Restaurant?
What to order
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Southwestern Scramble
Mentioned as great and large, served with big, delicious pancakes that some consider among the best they've had.
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Pancakes
Repeatedly praised for being big, delicious, and some of the best pancakes customers have had.
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Chicken Cordon Bleu Breakfast Skillet
Highly recommended for its crispy yet tender chicken, nicely fried ham, fluffy hollandaise, and perfectly cooked eggs.
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Breakwater Omelet
Highly recommended as part of the classic breakfast menu, praised for its taste and value.
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Loaded Biscuits & Gravy
Recommended as a standout item on the classic breakfast menu.
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California Omelet
Noted as a highly recommended classic breakfast dish.
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Cheeseburger
Recommended along with fries and deep-fried walleye, indicating good quality and enjoyment.
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Walleye (deep fried)
Mentioned as part of a good meal with fries, highlighting freshness and good preparation.
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Cod Sandwich
Enjoyed as a classic diner experience and recommended for a return visit.
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Mushroom Swiss Burger
Highly praised as the best burger some customers have had in many years.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 5 AM to 2 PM |
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| Tuesday | 5 AM to 2 PM |
| Wednesday | 5 AM to 2 PM |
| Thursday | 5 AM to 2 PM |
| Friday | 5 AM to 2 PM |
| Saturday | 5 AM to 2 PM |
| Sunday | 5 AM to 2 PM |
About Breakwater Restaurant
Breakwater Restaurant is an American and breakfast restaurant in Ashland, Wisconsin. It serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and dessert, with dine-in and takeout available. Reviewers consistently praise the hash browns, coffee refills, fast service, and cooked-to-order breakfast plates like eggs Benedict, skillet meals, and biscuits and gravy. The restaurant is described as casual, cozy, and quiet, with a price range of $10 to $20.
Amenities
Service options
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is Breakwater Restaurant known for?
It is especially known for breakfast dishes built around hash browns, eggs, and skillet plates, with the smothered hash browns called out repeatedly. Reviewers also mention eggs Benedict, loaded biscuits and gravy, and the chicken cordon bleu breakfast skillet as standout orders.
What dishes are most recommended at Breakwater Restaurant?
Reviewers most often recommend the smothered hash browns, eggs Benedict, loaded biscuits and gravy, the chicken cordon bleu breakfast skillet, and the Southwestern Scramble. The pancakes also get strong praise for being large and delicious, and the apple fritter French toast is another highlighted sweet option.
What is the atmosphere like at Breakwater Restaurant?
The restaurant is described as casual, cozy, and quiet, with plenty of seating and a friendly staff. It seems to work well for solo diners, groups, and tourists, since reviewers mention large parties, regulars, and a relaxed stop for breakfast or a light lunch.
Is Breakwater Restaurant good value?
Yes, reviewers repeatedly describe it as reasonably priced and good value, which matches the $10 to $20 price range. Comments mention fast, cheap, and good food, plus generous portions like the large Southwestern Scramble and big pancakes.
What should I know about timing a visit to Breakwater Restaurant?
It can get busy, especially for breakfast and quick lunch, but reviewers say there is usually plenty of seating and the service stays fast. The restaurant also accepts reservations, and one review notes hours around 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., so it seems geared toward daytime meals.
Is parking available at Breakwater Restaurant?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Breakwater Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes, Breakwater Restaurant is good for kids.
