turf. smokehouse at Geneva National Resort

Name: turf. smokehouse at Geneva National Resort
Address: 1221 Geneva National Ave S, Lake Geneva, WI, United States, 53147-4904
Telephone: (262) 245-7042
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.3

4.3

179 Reviews

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

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Savor tempting hickory-tinged aromas, picturesque course views, and saucy menu of salads, smoked-out sandwiches, tangy tacos, and mixed bbq platters in this year-round Clubhouse restaurant and bar. Offering to-go meats, meals and sides, including sweet mini cornbread loaves and a decadent custard-based apple pie bread pudding, turf is a smokehouse on fire.

Free parking for all guests that join us for golf, dining, and entertainment.

Please note: during Ice Castles turf smokehouse will be operating on a first come, first serve basis. Reservations will reopen once Ice Castles closes. Carry-out will also be based on in-house capacity.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 30, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Tex-Mex, American
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 8:00 am–7:00 pm Fri, Sat 8:00 am–8:00 pm
Phone number
(262) 245-7042
Website
https://www.destinationgn.com/turf
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Adam Stratton

Location
1221 Geneva National Ave S, Lake Geneva, WI 53147-4904
Neighborhood
Lake Geneva
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Friday Fish Fry
$17.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Two pieces of baked or fried cod | potato pancakes or french fries | coleslaw | house-baked apples | tartar sauce
Saturday Prime Rib
$36.00 per person
Multiple dates available
14oz. prime rib | baked potato | grilled asparagus | horseradish cream sauce | au jus

What 179 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.4Service
4.1Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Lake Geneva
Most Booked

179 Reviews

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IngeK
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our table had tacos, the shrimp pasta and a chicken burger. Everybody enjoyed their meal. The server was friendly and helpful with questions we had. An enjoyable evening and memorable meal.
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Skiweyer
Chicago
16 reviews
vip
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
The food was very good. The chicken sandwich's were large. Try the brussel sprouts as a side. Our server and the host took very good care of us. Not too many people were dining at 6pm, so the noise levels were low to medium. We will be back.
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Shari
Chicago
9 reviews
vip
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on October 24, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Really enjoyed the fall scenery & food! We ended up missing the 12:45 timeframe but were able to come about 1:30-2. Our waitress was very good! Looking forward to coming back in in the future!
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Ginny
San Francisco
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 24, 2023
overall4food3service4ambience4
We had a good meal -- tacos and chili. But the accompanying mac and cheese was only average. It was dry -- breadcrumbs didn't help -- and had no creamy, cheesy consistency. By the way, REALLY GOOD COLD WATER!!
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RichardF
Chicago
53 reviews
4.0
53 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
All well above average except for chairs. Seating much too low and I’m 6 feet tall!
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KevinB
Chicago
7 reviews
2.0
7 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2023
overall2food2service2ambience3
The nacho appetizer with chicken pastor was extremely good, so we were surprised how bland the turf burger and Nashville chicken sandwich were for entreés. There is a nice clear view of Lake Como from every seat. We were the only patrons dining at lunch; however, our server only came by three times in very spread out intervals. The prices are not commensurate with the quality and overall taste of the food.
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DianneK
Detroit
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
All was very good. Service was exceptional. The only suggestion would be to have exterior signs for directing. This was our first time and nothing indicated we were in the right spot except for our GPS.
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Bobb
Naples
16 reviews
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience3
Very good food! The wait staff are knock out great!! We'll be back
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DOHLKND
New York Area
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience4
Good prices, wonderful view, but the servers seem overwhelmed, and the managers/supervisors seem to walk through the restaurant with their eyes averted so as not to see their customers’ needs. Would it kill them to look around the restaurant to see if any customers need anything? You could barely get the attention of the water servers.
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CocktailLover
Chicago
6 reviews
vip
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience3
Great views but drunk golfers definitely make it hard to talk inside. Menu doesn't match what you get - salads were to have fennel but no fennel. The ice cream with the pecan pie was just vanilla - not the maple pecan gelato :(
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Mary57
Chicago
49 reviews
vip
3.0
49 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience2
I took my sisters to dinner and unfortunately we ate inside. Golfers ruined our dinner by being rude to staff and inconsiderate of other diners. The service was fine, and the server did her best. I made a reservation ; but apparently they don't feel they need to do the same. It kind of ruined our dinner. I also felt bad for the staff; but they did the best they could with the rudeness of the men golfers. Probably won't go back!
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful location, great food and absolutely lovely staff.
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KenK
Chicago
14 reviews
3.0
14 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience3
Beautiful view overlooking the golf course and Lake Como; however we decided to eat indoors and noise level seemed to reverberate a lot. Also one guest in our party had steak tacos and the meat was chewy and fatty.
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Stacey
Philadelphia
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on August 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a great time! A big party of 10 for my friends 30th. Our service was impeccable. Thank you, Gracie!
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DavidM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Turf at Geneva National is a fantastic restaurant with really good food, outstanding service, and a great location. The views out of the fairways, and the lake as the sunsets are unmatched. I would highly recommend.
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Live2Ride
Chicago
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 4, 2023
overall2food4service4ambience4
SHORT STAFFED IN THE KITCHEN. Our server was apologetic from the get go (she told us there would be an hour to an hour and a half wait for food). While she went above and beyond to somehow give us a kitchen nibble (chips and salsa, soup... both easy for her to grab), waiting nearly an hour and 45 minutes for an anniversary dinner was unacceptable. The food WAS flavorful, our server went above and beyond, but please, Geneva National, do what it takes to get the help in the kitchen to make it all work. I'm sure the "members" were served first, and they too weren't happy with their wait either. But everyone seated outside while we were there spoke with the manager in charge (who really wasn't THE manager in charge). To their credit, they fully comped our meal. But with so many other options nearby, it will be awhile for us to consider returning.
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BrecquelynB
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on July 2, 2023
overall3food2service4ambience3
The restaurant/bar was nice enough. We got cheese curds (good enough) the curds at the sister hotel's poolside bar were better, El Pastor taco's (extremely dry meat) Chicken Fingers, Mac and cheese (really good) and my husband got the Pit master (meat was really dry, tasted fine enough). The waitress was on top of it though and extremely friendly. For the money I could have had a better tasting meal some place else.
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Kitty
New York Area
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2023
overall3food4service5ambience3
Table of over served golfer’s extremely loud Server was very attentive but was not aware “other” side was busy so we had to wait additional 20 minutes for our entree
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Cleanplate
Milwaukee
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on June 14, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Excellent waitstaff. A very nice view and pleasant design of the dining room.
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Anon
Chicago
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 28, 2023
overall3food1service3ambience5
Food was overpriced and not good. It’s clear some of it was microwaved. My Nashville chicken was cold on the inside and hot on the outside.
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BethQ
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Great service and the view was great, kids are welcome
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OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
10/10 Service is great; food is hot & delicious every time! Management is always present and helpful. Cannot recommend this place enough.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Will be back!! The food was amazing and the service was just as amazing
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SandySpr1ng
Washington DC
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 24, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience3
Public dining at the clubhouse. Elevator option to the dining room. The food was outstanding. Great flavors. A little different and somewhat elevated take on the typical WI bar/restaurant food. A larger menu with decent priced options if your not looking for a heavy meal or looking more for shareables which is nice for groups of friends-most $9-$14. Typical higher prices for the meals from $27-$36, $48 Bistro NY Strip dinner. You won’t walk away hungry and you’ll enjoy your food. Nice view of the putting green and Lake Como. The photos are from Lake Geneva Restaurant Week 2023
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KarlaG
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 23, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Nice location, service outstanding. Will definitely try it again in future.
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Maryanne
Milwaukee
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Brisket Bruschetta was an amazing appetizer. Drinks were good, try the Rush Creek jalapeno vodka and pineapple juice.
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JohnK
Milwaukee
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 1, 2023
overall3food2service5ambience4
The worst prime rib we’ve ever had. Asparagus was so woody that you could hardly get through chewing it. Saving grace was the atmosphere, would never go back. I’ve had better prime rib at Tony Romas 4pm special.
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EP77
Milwaukee
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great food as always Bruschetta is s as maxing, great drinks, nice portions
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AprilB
Milwaukee
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 17, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience2
Very unhappy with the noise level from remodeling of a bathroom. It extended for 30 minutes after we were seated. Very annoying.
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TomW
Indiana
17 reviews
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
Our first visit here was a very good one. The friendliness of the staff was genuine and the food here will bring us back! It was delicious , well prepared, and gourmet prepared with elegance. Taste combinations and menu choices are spot on. Only negatives were; lack of attentiveness at times, ( due to waiter covering too many things? or waiting for food to be prepared ?) Also, the constant flow of guests and staff in and out of the exterior doors was both disruptive and annoying at times. Overall our visit here was an excellent one and would recommend for some really good food and quaintness.
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JenS
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great Food! Exceptional Service! It was our first time in for brunch and the Breakfast Burrito was outstanding, the staff was very personable and easy to converse with, and you can’t beat the beautiful views overlooking the golf course! We are looking forward to coming back! :)
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Robert
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My family and myself had a lovely experience dining here while staying on property! Everything was exceptional from the service to the food in the restaurant. They make a terrific old fashioned and the curds were to die for. We can’t wait to visit again in the summer!
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GraceC
Chicago
17 reviews
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Zach was attentive and polite. Nice casual atmosphere. Desserts were amazing. Wine good selection.
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CharlesY
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall5food4service3ambience5
The timeliness of the food was a concern. Long waits for the apps and even longer for the entree.
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OpenTable Diner
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have dined here many times and have always enjoyed. Working our way on trying everything on the menu! The salmon dish is my favorite so far. We also love the ambiance and service. Hidden gem for sure!
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
2 reviews
vip
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 5, 2023
overall2food3service5ambience3
This was okay… willing to go back in the summer season when they are busier. The physical atmosphere of this restaurant is good, yet the workers atmosphere was ok. It looked like lots of off duty workers were hanging out at the bar taking shots and hanging out at the bar while we were eating.. and they were constantly going back in forth to and from the back staff room. The food itself was okay. Our server was amazing.. I wish I could remember her name but she went above and beyond and was a great server. Overall would give it a 3.5/10. Yet willing to see if it’s a different atmosphere in summer in their “ on” season.
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Really like the vibe, menu offers good variety, we had tacos, salad and wings all very good. Best wings in the LG area and the staff is always welcoming.
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OpenTable Diner
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great evening! I have eaten here many times and never disappointed. The chicken wings are tasty! My favorite are the Roasted Chickpea & Hen of the Woods tacos! They are amazing! Hubby got Chili Lime Marinated Alden Hills Chicken, which was delicious!
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Guest1234
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great atmosphere and staff. Best cheese curds in LG!
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MarieB
Chicago
28 reviews
vip
4.0
28 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience5
We greatly appreciated having a low key place to go for NYE (especially as we had done a big dinner the night before). The food was pretty good, but nothing too special. The best dish was the chicken and mashed potatoes. Drinks were tasty. The service was top notch!! Enjoyed.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

turf. smokehouse at Geneva National Resort offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (262) 245-7042.

turf. smokehouse at Geneva National Resort is rated 4.3 stars by 179 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 30, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for turf. smokehouse at Geneva National Resort

1221 Geneva National Ave S, Lake Geneva, WI 53147-4904

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Lake Geneva
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 8:00 am–7:00 pm Fri, Sat 8:00 am–8:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Tex-Mex, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Adam Stratton
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.destinationgn.com/turf
Phone number
(262) 245-7042

turf. smokehouse at Geneva National Resort

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Friday Fish Fry

Saturday Prime Rib

Menu

What 179 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

Screening

FAQs

Does turf. smokehouse at Geneva National Resort offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is turf. smokehouse at Geneva National Resort restaurant rated?

Is turf. smokehouse at Geneva National Resort currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information