Book Now for New Year's Eve

Hard to believe, but another year is almost in the history books. Which means the Rookery's fabulous five course New Year's Eve feast is just two weeks away!

Per tradition fresh Maine lobster will be featured at the Rookery on New Year's Eve. But this year we'll also be changing things up a bit with several delicious new non-shellfish options for every course.

Also starring at the Rookery once again this New Year's Eve will be Madeline Island 12 string guitar virtuoso, Ric Gillman. Ric has recorded, played, and toured with some of the music industry's best regional and national talents. His duo performances (with fiddler Bruce Bowers) on our outdoor stage have been among the most popular of our summer concert series, and this will be his third consecutive appearance on New Year's Eve.

Call now for best choice of remaining seating! And please be prepared to specify choices for everyone in your party from our expanded menu below.

The Rookery's New Year's Eve Feast

1st Course

salmon mousse with lemon dill mascarpone
OR
Hood Bay oysters in papaya mignonette

2nd Course

the Rookery's legendary fresh Maine lobster bisque

chicken & wild rice soup

3rd Course

classic Caesar salad with housemade croutons sautéed in anchovy butter

4th Course

whole fresh Maine lobster, winter succotash, and mushroom duxelle wild rice pilaf with Plugrá butter

English prime rib w/ rosemary au jus, horseradish mashed potatoes, haricots verts

surf and turf with fresh Maine lobster tail and 5 oz filet mignon, smoked Gouda mashed potatoes, creamed spinach, and fried shallots

5th Course

Namakagon chocolate cake, ginger simple syrup, maple buttercream,
and a blackberry purée

Bonus Course

live music by Ric Gillman on 6 and 12 string acoustic guitar (5:30-9:30 PM)

All this for just $99 per person. Seating 4:30 to 9:30 PM. Reservations required. Please note our regular menu is not available on New Years Eve.

Christmas to New Years Holiday Hours

The Rookery will be open EVERY evening from December 26 thru January 4 beginning at 4:30 PM.

PLEASE NOTE: We currently plan to be open both December 24 and 25 as well, but ONLY if we receive a few more advance reservations. So please call NOW if you'd be interested in joining us either evening.

Give the Gift of the Rookery this Holiday

The Rookery's custom gift cards make great holiday gifts. They can be used for either dining and drinks or toward the purchase of any of the stunning images in our Kristen Westlake nature photography gallery. These credit-card-style gift cards can be issued in any amount, and any unused balance from a visit to the Rookery will remain on the card and available for use on a subsequent visit. Includes an attractive card holder with plenty of room for your personal greeting.

Stop by the Rookery to pick up a gift card (or several) any evening that we're open. Or call and we'll mail it directly to you or the lucky recipient (715-794-2062).

Winter Dining Hours

DINNER 5 nights (Thursday thru Monday)
4:30 PM until last reservation (always recommended)

Bar opens at 4 PM

Wineaux WEEKDAYS (Monday & Thursday)

1/2 price bottles of wine (except Dec 24 & 31, Feb 18)

Open EVERY evening from Dec 26 thru Jan 4

New Year's Eve Five Course Feast by reservation only

Open Christmas Eve & Christmas Day by reservation

(715) 794-2062