Frankie’s Pub & Grill — Sandwiches as Big as Your Head in Sheboygan
A Local Favorite Since 2007
Owner Jesse Frank transformed the red-doored pub on Indiana Avenue into one of Sheboygan’s most talked-about food stops. Inside, guests find warm wood, a curved granite bar, friendly service, and generous portions that define Wisconsin comfort dining.
What Makes Frankie’s Famous
- Sandwiches as Big as Your Head – built on custom jumbo Sheboygan hard rolls from West Side Bakery.
- Broasted Chicken – a 30-year family recipe served with baby red potatoes and creamy coleslaw.
- Local Beer Rotations – tap list changes regularly with Wisconsin craft favorites.
- The Bloody Mary – house classic stacked with pickles, olives, mushrooms & bacon.
The Menu Highlights
Frankie’s menu leans hearty and local.
Appetizers: won-ton mozzarella sticks, beer-battered mushrooms, Wisconsin cheese curds, mini tacos.
Burgers & Sandwiches: all Certified Angus Beef, cooked medium rare. Try The Frankie Burger, Cajun Burger, or the Big Ass BLT loaded with a full pound of Applewood-smoked bacon.
Dinners: broasted chicken, hand-breaded perch, beer-battered cod or tilapia, and shrimp plates.
Salads & Wraps: Chicken Bacon Ranch, Caesar, Blackened Chicken Salad, and grilled quesadillas.
(Full Menu: frankiespubgrill.com/menu)
The Challenge: Can You Finish It?
“Frankie’s Challenge” is a 5½-pound burger loaded with cheese and toppings. Finish in 45 minutes and it’s free — plus a victory T-shirt for bragging rights. Or split it with friends if you’re here for fun over fame. (Details)
What’s on Tap Right Now
Frankie’s keeps a rotating lineup of local and regional brews. Expect staples from Wisconsin breweries along with seasonal guest taps. (Beer Menu)
Visit Frankie’s
2218 Indiana Ave, Sheboygan, WI 53081
Get Directions on Google Maps
Open daily; check site or Facebook for latest hours and specials.
FAQ
When did Frankie’s open?
In 2007, Jesse Frank founded it in the old Indiana Avenue pub building.
Why is everyone talking about the sandwiches?
They come on custom Sheboygan hard rolls from West Side Bakery and are famously oversized.
Is the Frankie’s Challenge real?
Yes — finish a 5½-pound burger in 45 minutes to win a T-shirt and a free meal.
Do they serve local beer?
Always. Their taps highlight Wisconsin breweries and rotate often.
What’s the vibe like?
Casual, lively, and neighborly — a true Sheboygan bar and grill with plenty of character.
Frankie’s Pub & Grill delivers the big flavors and small-town warmth that make Sheboygan special. Have you tried the Frankie’s Challenge or a favorite burger on the menu? Share your story in the comments — and if your business has something worth sharing, Publicize it on SheboyganLife.com.
