Kroll's East

Kroll's East is a bit of a time capsule that has multiple dining spaces with limitless seating. It is undoubtedly a neighborhood institution that all of the locals know about. The burgers have thin old timey 1/4 pound patties, that are still juicy somehow and have a bit of char flavor. They come wrapped, so they don't photograph very well, but it's obvious that they are melded together with buttery goodness. They are all cooked to medium doneness due to their slim profile. We really enjoyed the garlic cheese curd cubes. Get the larger portion for sure. The fries are big and crispy coated as are the homemade onion rings. The staff is friendly and helpful. Every table booth has a button to press when you are ready to order. It's kind of like drive in food, more than it is bar food, but there is a super cool, semi deco, bar dining area with a full bar too. The place could use some freshening up, I guess, but the booths and throw back elements are totally awesome. They have a big drive up business on one side, but to dine in, go around to the back entrance door.

This is a great Green Bay tradition. I don't know how many people know that it actually started on the South side of Chicago but that's another story for later. Burgers are way above average Wisconsin chargrilled butter burgers. Chili is consistently good. The style is somewhat unique to Green Bay with the spaghetti noodles. I might give it a few more stars but for the fact that a couple of years ago which was pre Covid I walked in and the guy behind the bar said I'll tell you right now buddy you're gonna wait 45 minutes for any food. I politely told him I could drive to Basil's II and be eating by then So I thought what the hell I drove a few miles and got a much better Burger.