Ferch's Beachside Grille — Restaurant in South Milwaukee

Experience from 6/9/22

I would really like to have a positive review, but this is the second year in a row, that I have gone to Grant park beach to enjoy the beach, and the Ferch's restaurant, and Ferch's was not open. (fool me twice).

The downside, No beer, no food, no bathroom.

I did finally see a gentleman working at Ferch's around 12:30pm. I asked when would the restaurant open? "Not for some time". When asked why I was told, "Not until the kids are out of school". I pointed out that the posted hours, (google maps, Ferch's website, and at the beach entry) stated that it was open daily at 11:00AM. In addition, I did not understand why the washrooms are not open, as the are adjacent but separate from the restaurant. I was told I could "use the one at the golf course"

So, I have been at the beach since 10:30am. Enjoying the sun and the breeze, and looking forward to food, and refreshment at Ferch's, but now realize I should have packed a cooler. As the need for a washroom was soon to be, I packed up and went home.

Why did Ferch's not post online the real hours? I still don't know what they are. The hours on Google maps shows 11am-9Pm Confirmed by the business 2 weeks ago. The Ferch's website, states Opening May 27th, open daily 11AM-9PM. Why not :

1. list the temporary hours
2. don't know how to do #1 - how about a sign out front
3. Have the washrooms opened by the park staff when the park/beach opens.

There was more people than I had expected at the beach, and many had comments about when will they open, I am hungry.

I am not sure how many people will ever return, with this poor of...

My children and I love having beach days at Grant Beach Park. Although we always bring our own food to snack on, we always end up getting something from Ferch's in addition. We usually get fries and custard, which have always been good! My daughter isn't a fan of the cookie dough topping option, but of course, that is subjective 😀. Today my youngest and I were at the beach and we decided to get an American burger (burger with bacon, cheese, lettuce, and tomatoes), fries and soft pretzels (order comes with 3) with cheese. (First time for the burger and pretzels). The pretzels were what you would expect for a basic soft pretzel and cheese dip option. I personally didn't care for them but my 4 year old was happy. (Happy kiddos, happy mama 💚) The American burger was really delicious and exceeded my expectations lol. The fries are a generous size for what you pay for it and the burger was also massive as well. Also, a plus... they have Sprecher Rootbeer as a fountain drink option 😁. Overall, we were happy with our food and I must say, the service is always wonderful, especially today. Everyone was smiley and happy to be there, which I appreciate greatly since good service is hard to come across nowadays. From one local restaurant owner to another, Ferch's, thank you for providing tasty options for beach goers with great service. We really...

This place is beautiful, has a great vibe to it and it is convenient. The menu has a great variety, although the prices are on the high end. When I walked up to the order window I had extremely high hopes. I ordered two soft pretzels, paid $13 for them and watched as two of the workers cooked them and then left them sitting on the counter for over 15 minutes as they laughed and talked. I ended up having to cancel my order, because it was getting so late and I couldn't keep waiting. The teenage boy working the register was very polite and didn't hesitate to refund my order. Maybe if you order food, don't do it after sunset? Seems everyone was simply "over" their workday. There cash bar stopped serving before their scheduled time as well. I am not a drinker, but saw the drama it caused with customers that went there just to have a drink at the end of a...