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Wednesday 11:30am - 8pm Thursday 11:30am - 9pm Friday 11:30am - 9pm Saturday 11:30am - 9pm Sunday 11:30am - 7pm

Tropics Restaurant

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Tropics Restaurant

The Tropics Restaurant and Bar is located in Winthrop Harbor, IL, within North Point Marina – the largest marina on the Great Lakes.
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When you visit the restaurant you’ll be able to sit back, relax, and enjoy great food while overlooking the Marina and Lake Michigan. Our beautiful outdoor patio overlooks North Point Marina and lake Michigan. It’s perfect for a lovely night with friends and family. Or if you have a wedding, event, or other party you’d like to celebrate in style. We can seat up to 120 people for private parties an

d banquets. In addition to our restaurant, bar, and banquets, we also offer catering. So let us bring your favorite Tropics dishes to your next event, corporate luncheon, or backyard party. And let’s not forget our onsite game room for the kids, video gaming machines for 21+, or our ship store where you can purchase souvenirs.

07/18/2026

☀️ Saturday is calling… and the views are even better from the Tropics! 🌴

We’re open 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM, so make your way to North Point Marina for great food, cold drinks, and a relaxing day by the water.

🥩 Starting at 5 PM:
🔥 Slow-Roasted Prime Rib
🍖 Fall-Off-the-Bone BBQ Ribs

🐾 Bring your four-legged best friend! Our patio is pet friendly, and every pup is welcomed with a fresh bowl of water. We even have Doggie Mini Burgers and Doggie Biggie Burgers on the menu, so your furry dining companion doesn’t have to miss out!

Whether you’re arriving by boat, car, or just looking for a great lakeside meal, we’ve got a seat waiting for you.

📍 301 North Point Dr., Winthrop Harbor, IL
📞 (847) 746-0600

Dine in or call ahead for carryout. We’ll see you at the Tropics!

07/17/2026

Friday is always a good day at Tropics! Kick off your weekend with us at North Point Marina!

🍖 BBQ Ribs are back after 5 PM! Tender, smoky, and served until they’re gone.

🎰 Happy National Lottery Day! While we can’t guarantee a winning lottery ticket, we can point you toward our 6 gaming machines. You might just hit your own jackpot while enjoying great food and a cold drink!

🌫️ The smoke from the Canadian wildfires may be hanging around, but we’re still here cooking up your favorites. Whether you dine in or grab it to go, we’ve got dinner covered.

📞 Call ahead for carryout: (847)746-0600
📍 301 North Point Dr, Winthrop Harbor, IL

Good food, cold drinks, beautiful marina views, and a chance to get lucky—we’ll see you at Tropics! 🌴

07/16/2026

🌴Dinner plans? We’ve got you covered.🌴
⏰ Please note: We will be closing at 7:00 PM today.

The smoke from the Canadian wildfires has made for poor air quality today. Out of an abundance of caution for both our amazing staff and valued guests, we’re encouraging everyone to stay comfortable indoors.

Join us for dinner tonight and let us take care of the cooking. Whether you’re dining in or grabbing dinner to go, we’d love to see you!

Stay safe, and we appreciate your understanding!

📍 301 North Point Dr., Winthrop Harbor, IL
📞 (847) 746-0600

07/15/2026

🌴 It’s Wednesday at The Tropics!

Take a break from the kitchen and let us do the cooking tonight! We’re open until 8 PM, serving up all your Tropics favorites with one of the best views on Lake Michigan.

If you’ve been waiting for the perfect patio weather, today’s slight breeze off the lake makes it a great evening to dine outside.

🎶 Looking ahead to Thursday: CrossOver takes the patio stage from 6–9 PM!

📍 301 North Point Dr, Winthrop Harbor, IL
📞 (847) 746-0600

07/12/2026

☀️ Sunday Funday is calling! 🌴 The weather is absolutely gorgeous, and that refreshing breeze off Lake Michigan is the perfect excuse to spend the day with us! 🍹🌊

🍕 Our famous pizzas are back today and available after 2:00 PM!

Whether you’re dining lakeside or taking it to go, we’ve got you covered. To-go orders are always an option!

Come enjoy great food, cold drinks, and one of the best views on Lake Michigan.

📍 301 North Point Dr., Winthrop Harbor, IL
📞 (847) 746-0600

07/11/2026

☀️ Saturday is made for the Tropics! 🌴

The forecast is calling for a beautiful day, so grab a seat by the water and enjoy one of the best lakeside views around. We’re open at 11:30 AM, so come out for lunch, an ice-cold drink, and a relaxing afternoon at North Point Marina.

🥩 Tonight’s Specials (after 5 PM):
🔥 Slow-Roasted Prime Rib
🍖 Our Famous BBQ Ribs

🎶 Live Music | 5:00–8:00 PM
The Smith-Nelson Project takes the outdoor patio stage! Enjoy a fantastic mix of popular hits from the ‘60s through today. Dance, sing along, and soak in Larry Smith’s smooth vocals paired with the sweet saxophone sounds of Mark Nelson.

There’s no better place to spend your Saturday than at the Tropics. We’ll see you lakeside!

📍 301 North Point Dr., Winthrop Harbor, IL
📞 (847) 746-0600

07/10/2026

🌴 Finally Friday at The Tropics! 🌴 The weekend starts here! Join us for lunch with an unbeatable view of North Point Marina, then stick around for our Famous BBQ Ribs after 5 PM. They’re fall-off-the-bone delicious, and we only have a limited quantity, so don’t wait!

🍗 Have you tried our Broasted Chicken yet? Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and definitely a customer favorite!

🍕 Pizza, pizza, pizza! Our pizzas are back and coming out of the oven hot and fresh—perfect to share (or keep all to yourself!).

📍 301 North Point Dr., Winthrop Harbor, IL
📞 (847) 746-0600 for dine-in or to-go orders.

See you at the Tropics—great food, cold drinks, and the best waterfront views around! 🌊🍹

07/09/2026

🌴 Thursday is calling… and so is the lake! We’re open today until 9:00 PM, so whether you’re stopping in for a late lunch or letting us handle dinner, we’ve got you covered.

Today’s favorites include:
🐟 Grouper Basket
🥪 Beer-Battered Grouper Sandwich

Looking for the perfect place to host your next party, reunion, shower, birthday, or corporate gathering? Our private deck overlooking North Point Marina still has prime dates available this season! Stop in or give us a call and ask for Tim to reserve your date before they’re gone.

📍 The Tropics Restaurant
301 North Point Dr, Winthrop Harbor, IL
📞 (847) 746-0600

Great food, cold drinks, and one of the best waterfront views on Lake Michigan—we’ll see you soon! 🌴🍹

07/08/2026

🌴 Happy Wednesday from The Tropics! 🌴
The sun is shining, the drinks are cold, and the views of North Point Marina are as beautiful as ever! Join us for lunch or dinner and enjoy everything that makes summer at The Tropics special.

🎶 Live Music Tonight!�Magneen performs from 6:00–9:00 PM on the patio.

⚠️ Due to today’s heat and humidity, we will not be serving pizzas. This decision helps keep our kitchen staff safe while they work hard to serve you. We appreciate your understanding!

Come grab your favorite Tropics meal, a cold drink, and relax by the marina.

📍 301 North Point Dr., Winthrop Harbor, IL�📞 (847) 746-0600

07/06/2026

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Address

301 N Point Drive
Winthrop Harbor, IL
60096

Opening Hours

Wednesday	11:30am - 8pm
Thursday	11:30am - 9pm
Friday	11:30am - 9pm
Saturday	11:30am - 9pm
Sunday	11:30am - 7pm

Website

http://www.thetropicsonline.com/

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