Savor the flavors of Beloit
Beloit is bursting with flavor! Our residents and visitors indulge in a wide variety of supper clubs, grills, steakhouses, authentic Mexican and Italian restaurants, and many other Beloit originals.
NORTHWOODS PREMIUM CONFECTIONS
Celebrating 11 years in downtown Beloit (as of February 2024), Northwoods Premium Confections is a classic ‘mom and pop’ candy shop with a Northwoods theme. Utilizing three generations of family recipes, owners Teala and Scott Lamoreux handcraft fine chocolates, gourmet popcorn, fresh fudge and handmade candies. They feel that the quality and selection that they offer rivals some of the best candy shops in the most popular tourist destinations.
There are five main categories to their candy shop. The first is their fine chocolates. Teala and Scott use excellent quality chocolate and old fashioned, scratch recipes for the products in their store. The milk chocolate is a creamy milk chocolate and the dark chocolate is smooth and rich. Some of their most popular options are their sea salt caramels, mint meltaways, pecan snappers, giant peanut butter cups (which are big enough to share with a friend) and their assorted truffles, which are a top seller. Be sure to grab a “Beloit Bar”, which is a classic chocolate bar that is a tasty Beloit souvenir.
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THE FLYING PIG
The Flying Pig, a popular treat shop in downtown Beloit, has been serving delicious sweets since its opening in November 2014. Owned by Lisa and Greg Dodd, the shop quickly became a local favorite for its welcoming atmosphere and massive variety of sweets. “We wanted to expand, and thought downtown Beloit would be the perfect spot,” says Lisa.
Inside, customers can explore many flavors with more than 35 varieties of gourmet popcorn, a wall of serve-yourself candy and sprinkles, and more than 100 flavors of shaved ice, including sugar-free options. The staff even invents new shaved ice combinations and fun names.
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BUSHEL & PECK’S LOCAL MARKET
If you’re searching for the perfect gift or a great farm-to-table meal, Bushel & Peck’s Local Market in downtown Beloit is an ideal spot. For more than 15 years, this 10,000 square-foot space has offered more than your average market. Inside, find award-winning hot sauces and jams, unique specialty gifts, local plants, and a welcoming café experience. Bushel & Peck’s is a one-stop shop for thoughtful gifts and food and beverage items, all made with local, sustainable ingredients.
A part of Bushel & Peck’s offerings is its preservation kitchen, where breakfast and lunch are made fresh using ingredients sourced directly from local farms – including their own, Grass is Greener Gardens in Monroe, WI. From paninis and beet salads to soups and pastries, they have lots of flavorful options. The atmosphere is aesthetically cozy, with plenty of seating, decorative art, shelves of used books, and even local beer and wine available.
THE ROCK BAR AND GRILL
The Rock Bar and Grill in Beloit offers a great dining experience along the scenic Rock River. Known for its spacious outdoor patio, private boat docks, fire pits, newly added pavilion for outdoor events, and renovated restaurant indoors, it’s perfect for casual lunches, evening dinner gatherings, and private functions.
The menu features a wide selection of well-crafted dishes, including gourmet burgers, sandwiches, wraps, salads, and plenty of vegetarian options. The restaurant also offers a Wisconsin fish fry with classics like fried and broiled cod, lake perch, catfish nuggets with hush puppies, and the Fisherman’s Platter served with delicious sides.
THE 615 CLUB
The 615 Club , located in downtown Beloit, has been a staple of the community since 1936. Owned by Gregg and RayAnn Hatley since 2007, the restaurant provides a classic Wisconsin supper club experience and welcoming atmosphere. “The 615 Club has always had its place in Beloit history,” says Gregg. “I just wanted a place that speaks for itself. It was here way before me, and I’m proud to own it.”
While dining, guests are treated to a relish tray, a warm bread basket complete with cinnamon rolls, soup, salad, and their choice of potato before the main course arrives. The menu features a wide range of entrées, including hand-cut steaks, chops, and seafood. “We hand-cut all of our steaks, and we offer fresh fish every week – Alaskan King Crab, lobster, you name it,” says Gregg.
Before sitting down for dinner, many guests start their evening at the bar with a signature Wisconsin Old Fashioned, made with brandy or whiskey.
MERRILL & HOUSTON’S STEAK JOINT
One look around Merrill & Houston’s Steak Joint, 500 Pleasant St., and Beloit’s rich history comes alive. With its rustic feel, hardwood floors and abundant photographs capturing historic Beloit, Merrill & Houston’s has branded itself to tell a great story, but most importantly, its focus is on the classic steakhouse with the highest quality steaks and seafood with down-to-earth and attentive service that makes you feel like you are at your best friend’s home. The interior décor represents Beloit in its entirety from the early days of Merrill & Houston to present time.
Orson Merrill and George Houston founded Merrill and Houston Iron Works in 1858, later named Beloit Ironworks in the 1890s and eventually renamed the Beloit Corporation. The walls of the restaurant are dressed with photographs and artifacts embracing legendary stories, people and places representing the city of Beloit and all the great people that built it.
The classic look, rustic theme and the uncompromised quality of the food and the service are the perfect recipe for an unforgettable night out.
Visit www.merrillandhoustons.com to learn more.
THE BUTTERFLY CLUB
In the summer of 2024, The Butterfly Club in Beloit celebrated an incredible milestone of 100 years of continuous operation. Originally opened in 1924 as the Butterfly Tea Room by Hal and Mae Sherburne, the club evolved into a full supper club in the 1950s, known for its live entertainment, cozy cocktail lounge, and dining. After a fire in 1972 destroyed the original building, the community fought to rebuild it just one year later, continuing the legacy of this local hidden gem.
The supper club entered a new chapter in 1999, when brothers Mike and Hektor Sala purchased it. The Salas had fled communist Albania in 1990 and spent years running restaurants in Illinois and Wisconsin before owning a fine dining restaurant. “We wanted something more relaxing,” says Mike, “We wanted to buy a place like this in the beginning, but we couldn’t afford it.” Since then, they’ve preserved its charm while updating the décor and menu.