Business Details
Historic Fine Dining Experience in Genesee Depot
Since 1861, The Union House has been a cornerstone of fine dining in Southeastern Wisconsin. Our mission is to unite guests through exceptional culinary experiences, blending historical tradition with modern innovation. We offer a seasonally evolving menu featuring wild game, hand-cut Certified Angus Beef steaks, and locally sourced ingredients, complemented by an award-winning Old Fashioned cocktail and a curated collection of over 1,000 wines and spirits.Under new ownership since 2020, we continue to honor our legacy while introducing enhancements like our VIP dining room, ensuring every visit remains unforgettable. Our commitment to quality extends to catering services, where we create custom menus for events of all sizes.
Services
Fine Dining
Catering Services
Curbside Pickup
Wine Selection
Scotch Tasting
Private Events
Seasonal Menus
Highlights and features
- We offer over 160 years of continuous fine dining tradition in a historic setting
- Our menu features unique wild game dishes paired with Certified Angus Beef selections
- We maintain an extensive collection of 1,000+ wine and spirit options
- Our catering team creates custom menus for events from intimate gatherings to 50+ guest celebrations
- We combine historical preservation with modern dining enhancements like our VIP room
What people say
Unforgettable experience
Award-winning cocktails
Seasonal menus
Historical significance
Excellent service
Services
Fine Dining
Our historic fine dining experience features seasonally rotating menus with wild game specialties and hand-cut Certified Angus Beef steaks. The menu emphasizes ingredient-driven dishes paired with sommelier-selected wines and premium spirits in an elegantly restored 1861 setting.
Catering Services
We create customized menus for private events using the same high-quality ingredients as our restaurant. Our catering team handles everything from hors d'oeuvres to full-course meals, accommodating dietary restrictions and special presentation requirements for weddings, corporate events, and family celebrations.
Curbside Pickup
Enjoy our signature dishes at home through our curbside pickup service. Guests order by phone during operating hours, select pickup times between 5-8:30 PM Tuesday-Saturday, and receive restaurant-quality meals directly to their vehicle without leaving their car.
Wine Selection
Our 1,000+ bottle wine collection features global varietals from renowned regions including Napa Valley, Burgundy, and Tuscany. The curated list includes rare vintages and hard-to-find selections, with pairing recommendations available for both dining guests and retail purchases from our online store.
Private Events
The Union House offers exclusive private dining options including our newly added VIP room that seats 50 guests. The space features historic architectural elements combined with modern amenities, ideal for weddings, business meetings, and special celebrations with customized menu options.
People
Jim Lindenberg
Owner
Local entrepreneur and philanthropist who acquired The Union House in 2020 after decades of admiration. Committed to preserving its historical legacy while implementing modern enhancements that maintain its status as one of Wisconsin's premier dining destinations.
Heidi Lindenberg
Owner
Business partner and spouse of Jim Lindenberg, bringing hospitality expertise to The Union House's operations. Shares the vision of maintaining culinary excellence while ensuring the restaurant remains a community gathering place for future generations.
Questions
What makes The The Union House unique?
We're Wisconsin's oldest continuously operating fine dining restaurant, combining 160+ years of history with modern culinary techniques and a seasonally evolving menu featuring wild game specialties.
Do you offer catering services?
Yes, our catering team creates custom menus for events of all sizes using the same premium ingredients as our restaurant, with options for dietary restrictions and special presentation needs.
What dining options are available?
We offer traditional fine dining in our historic main dining room, private VIP room rentals for groups up to 50, and curbside pickup service for takeout orders Tuesday-Saturday evenings.
What drink selections do you have?
Our beverage program features over 1,000 wine selections from global regions, 20+ scotch varieties, and specialty cocktails including our award-winning Old Fashioned made with house-infused ingredients.
How can I order takeout?
Call 262.968.4281 between 12-8 PM Tuesday-Saturday to place your curbside pickup order, then arrive during our 5-8:30 PM service window for contactless vehicle-side delivery.
