Thyme Restaurant & Catering, nestled in the charming Sister Bay of Door County, provides a culinary experience that is simply unforgettable. This spot has been dubbed a hidden gem by patrons, like Ross Ballard, who raved about their exquisite Cubano sandwich paired with delicious battered fries and house-made pickles. The smoked pork’s gentle flavor combined with the notes of cumin and citrus from the marinade elevates this dish to new heights.
Diners also appreciate the warm, welcoming atmosphere and exceptional service, as highlighted in Lori Bankson's review during their anniversary dinner. Her choices, including the flourless chocolate cake and the pear and goat cheese salad, demonstrated the restaurant's commitment to quality. Another noteworthy feature is the braised short rib, which Drew R. described as melting in your mouth. The consistent emphasis on fresh, locally sourced ingredients makes each dish at Thyme a celebration of flavor.
With a reputation for excellence and a focus on every detail—from appetizers to desserts—Thyme Restaurant & Catering truly stands out as a must-visit for anyone in Door County. Prepare to be delighted!
Amenities and More
Service options
Outdoor seating
Kerbside pickup
On-site services
Takeaway
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Fast service
Great beer selection
Great cocktails
Great dessert
Great wine list
Popular for
Dinner
Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Cocktails
Coffee
Comfort food
Healthy options
Small plates
Vegetarian options
Wine
Dining options
Dinner
Catering
Dessert
Seating
Table service
Amenities
Bar on site
Gender-neutral toilets
Toilet
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Quiet
Romantic
Trendy
Upmarket
Crowd
Family friendly
Groups
Tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs
Kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Parking
Pets
Dogs allowed
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Reviews For Thyme Restaurant & Catering
Ross Ballard
Jun 6,2025
This place is one of Door County's hidden gems! Immediately upon entering, I was given a warm smile and a very welcoming greeting. They had their regular menu and their Saturday features menu. I gotta say, it was hard to choose. All of the options looked amazing. I decided on the Cubano with battered fries and their fresh made pickles. I was not disappointed! The bread was as close as you could come to a cuban loaf as I've had north of Florida. They smoke their pork, which is better, in my opinion, than braising. Smoked pork often takes on a flavor of its own, but this was a gentle smoke that allowed the cumin and citrus from the mojo marinade to come through with subtle hints. It was served with battered fries, which were crispy and tasty without any condiments. A welcomed accompaniment was the house made pickles. They had a savory apple cider vinegar note, which made them a very good pairing... so much so that I replaced the dill pickle on the Cubano, with the house made pickles, and it made it even better. The Saturday features menu sported an olive oil cake, which I love, and this was one of the best I've ever had. It was served with a zesty fresh lemon curd, fresh raspberries, and whipped cream. I would put this dessert up against the finest pasty chefs! I highly recommend this restaurant, i can't wait for my next visit!
Lori Bankson
Jun 6,2025
Amazing dinner!! We came early and got a table right away, which was smart as they filled up fast!! Highly recommend this on busy nights-- we came on a Saturday. Highly recommend the lemon whipped ricotta and toast as an appetizer. We then got the tomato bisque and pear/ goat cheese salad. Both great, although I would have liked to have had more pear on my salad. Our entrees were the short rib and salmon. Amazing!! Then we shared the flourless chocolate cake for our wedding anniversary-- perfect . The service was phenomenal! The only thing I would change is the view outside the window. The manager did ask if we wanted the curtains pulled, but as my husband said we waited for Spring for so long in Wisconsin, we needed to enjoy the sun-- but it was nice they asked! Thyme lived up to the high expectations! We will definitely return this summer! Thanks for a great anniversary dinner!
Drew R
May 13,2025
We went here on a whim, and let me tell you, it was a truly delicious fantasy. Starting with the staff, they were all extremely warm, welcoming, and very professional. There was a little wait to be seated but, they have a wine bar next door that you can sit and relax at while you wait. We had the pork belly as an appetizer and a sweet potato medley soup. The pork belly was just a touch over cooked, however it had a perfect glaze and was on top of a bed of sweet corn that had a light spice element. We then had a anjou Pear and goat cheese salad. The salad believe it or not was one of the best components of the whole night. It was a truly surprising experience with the creaminess and richness of the goat cheese, the acidity of the Pear, the sourness of the cranberry, and the crunch of perfectly crushed walnuts. This salad was completely devoured and unexpected. For the main course we did the braised short rib. The short rib was cooked to absolute perfection. It was juicy and melted in your mouth. We only regret not having room for dessert. This is a must try and add to your list if you plan on visiting Door County this season.
Michael Kraig Beeck
Apr 23,2025
Lovely dining experience - cannot wait to be back. *update - huge fan. Caesar salad riff was delicious, and same with the pasta.
Heidi
Apr 5,2025
Absolutely hands down the best meal I've ever had at a restaurant!! The food was so amazing. The restaurant is small and quaint, staff is attentive and so kind. Recommend this place to everyone we met over our 3 day stay in Door County. We ate here 2 nights in a row. Cheese curds, Cubano, Braised short ribs and the burger were PERFECTION, not to mentionthe creme brulee!! Hats off to the chef. Waitresses were so good also (Jessica and Taylor). Thank you for a great experience.
Natalie Kropp
Mar 31,2025
We had such an amazing experience at Thyme and will definitely be returning next time we visit Door County. Firstly, the food was absolutely amazing with such a diverse menu. Secondly, the staff was phenomenal. We even accidentally broke a wine glass and they instantly cleaned it up and brought out a new appetizer in case the original one got glass in it (even though breaking the glass was 100% our fault). And, they have a beautiful resident dog outside, Magnolia, that we loved hanging out with. Will definitely be returning!
Kristin T
Mar 25,2025
Best restaurant experience in Door. Creative seasonal menu, food is prepared with local ingredients and truly everything on the menu is outstanding. The ravioli was surprisingly fresh and light with a lemony presence. The olive oil cake is the perfect finish, again light with generous lemon curd topping. Indoor and outdoor seating, bring a jacket it tends to get cold. Wine bar with a beautiful Napa vibe backyard with fire pits next door and ideal spot to wait for your table.
Cori Duran
Mar 22,2025
everything was so delicious! we thought the prices were reasonable for the amount of thought and creativity of the dishes. it was a beautiful atmosphere and i could not recommend the pork belly and risotto enough. we had drinks, apps, entrees, and dessert.
Reviews For Thyme Restaurant & Catering