Tropics Restaurant

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.

🌴 Another great week at Tropics starts Wednesday! 🌴We’re open Wednesday through Sunday at 11:30 AM, serving up all your ...
06/23/2026

🌴 Another great week at Tropics starts Wednesday! 🌴

We’re open Wednesday through Sunday at 11:30 AM, serving up all your Tropics favorites with one of the best waterfront views around.

🎶 This Wednesday, Magneen returns to the Tropics from 6–9 PM! Grab a cold drink, enjoy dinner with friends, and kick back with live music overlooking North Point Marina.

Whether you’re stopping in for lunch, dinner, cocktails, pizza, seafood, or one of our famous burgers, we’ve got your table waiting.

📍 301 N. Point Dr., Winthrop Harbor, IL
📞 847-746-0600

Escape to the Tropics—No Passport Needed! 🌴☀️

👔🍖Happy Father’s Day from The Tropics!🍖👔 Dad doesn’t need another tie… Dad needs BBQ Ribs. We’re open today at 11:30 AM,...
06/21/2026

👔🍖Happy Father’s Day from The Tropics!🍖👔 Dad doesn’t need another tie… Dad needs BBQ Ribs. We’re open today at 11:30 AM, so bring Dad down to the marina and treat him to something he really wants!

🔥 Father’s Day Specials (Available all day):
• Prime Rib Bombers
• Our Famous BBQ Ribs
🧀 Appetizer Special:
Mozzarella Planks rolled in Buffalo & Hot Honey Sauce — the perfect way to kick off Father’s Day.

Whether Dad likes ribs, prime rib, cold drinks, or just escaping the honey-do list for a few hours, we’ve got him covered.

📍 The Tropics Restaurant
301 N. Point Dr., Winthrop Harbor, IL
📞 847-746-0600

Good dads get cards. Great dads get ribs. See you at The Tropics! 🍻

🌴Father’s Day Weekend at The Tropics!🌴Whether you’re stopping in for a lakeside lunch, our famous BBQ Ribs, or Prime Rib...
06/20/2026

🌴Father’s Day Weekend at The Tropics!🌴

Whether you’re stopping in for a lakeside lunch, our famous BBQ Ribs, or Prime Rib after 5pm, we’re here to make your weekend great!

🛍️ Check out the Tropics Ship Shop! New 2026 merchandise has arrived:
• Hoodies
• Zip-Up Sweatshirts
• SPF 50 Sun Shirts
• Tees & Tanks
• Sunscreen & Bug Spray

⏰ Open Saturday 11:30am–9pm

🚗 We have a private event on our deck this afternoon, so our main lot may look full. Don’t worry—there’s plenty of seating available and additional parking along the Skipper Buds storage building or across from our lot.

📍 301 N. Point Dr., Winthrop Harbor, IL
📞 847-746-0600

Enjoy the beautiful weather and spend Father’s Day weekend with us! ☀️🌴🍻

🎉 Finally Friday! 🎉A lot of folks are enjoying a long weekend for the Juneteenth holiday, and Mother Nature is deliverin...
06/19/2026

🎉 Finally Friday! 🎉

A lot of folks are enjoying a long weekend for the Juneteenth holiday, and Mother Nature is delivering some beautiful weather to go with it! ☀️🌊

Skip the cooking and head to Tropics for your favorites. After 5 PM, we’re serving up our fall-off-the-bone BBQ Ribs special, complete with fries and coleslaw. They’re available while supplies last, so don’t wait!

Grab a cold drink, enjoy the marina views, and kick off your weekend the right way.

📍 301 N. Point Dr., Winthrop Harbor, IL
📞 847-746-0600

To-go orders available! Have a great weekend—we’ll see you at Tropics! 🍹☀️🍖

🎣🍻Thirsty Thursday at The Tropics!🍻🎣We’re open at 11:30 AM for lunch, so grab your crew and kick off the day right!It’s ...
06/18/2026

🎣🍻Thirsty Thursday at The Tropics!🍻🎣

We’re open at 11:30 AM for lunch, so grab your crew and kick off the day right!

It’s also National Fishing Day, which means there’s no better excuse to dive into our famous Grouper Bites or sink your teeth into a delicious Beer-Battered Grouper Sandwich. Fresh flavors, cold drinks, and waterfront views—what more could you ask for?

🎶 CrossOver performs tonight from 6–9 PM bringing the tunes while you enjoy your favorite Tropics food and drinks.

🚨 We’re Hiring Bartenders! 🚨
Looking for a fun place to work? Stop in today and fill out an application. Experience preferred, nights and weekends required.

📍 301 N. Point Dr., Winthrop Harbor, IL
📞 847-746-0600

See you at the Tropics—where every day feels a little like vacation!

🌧️ Rainy weather got you down? Let the Tropics handle dinner tonight! 🍔🍺No need to cook, no need to do dishes—just come ...
06/17/2026

🌧️ Rainy weather got you down? Let the Tropics handle dinner tonight! 🍔🍺

No need to cook, no need to do dishes—just come relax and enjoy your Tropics favorites while we take care of the rest.

From our juicy burgers to fresh seafood, sandwiches, steaks, and more, we’ve got something for everyone. Grab a cold drink, catch up with friends, and turn a gloomy day into a Tropics kind of day.

📍 Tropics Restaurant
301 N. Point Dr., Winthrop Harbor, IL
📞 847-746-0600

Dine in or take it to go—we’ll make dinner easy tonight! 🍽️🌴☔️

🎉🍻SUNDAY FUNDAY AT TROPICS!🍻🎉Skip the cooking and end your weekend the right way at Tropics!🔥 PRIME RIB BOMBERS! 🔥Our sl...
06/14/2026

🎉🍻SUNDAY FUNDAY AT TROPICS!🍻🎉

Skip the cooking and end your weekend the right way at Tropics!

🔥 PRIME RIB BOMBERS! 🔥
Our slow-roasted prime rib is shaved thin and piled high with grilled onions, green peppers, and melted mozzarella cheese on a bomber bun. Served with house chips and available while supplies last!

And don’t forget all your Tropics favorites:
🥩 Delmonico Steaks
🥪 Ribeye Steak Sandwiches
🦀 Crab Grilled Cheese
🍤 Grouper Bites

Whether you’re coming for lunch, dinner, drinks, or just an excuse to avoid cooking, we’ve got you covered.

📍 301 N. Point Dr., Winthrop Harbor, IL
📞 847-746-0600

Sunday Funday only happens once a week—don’t miss out!

🎶 Saturday at Tropics! 🎶 The weekend is here, and we’ve got a lineup you won’t want to miss! 🦪 Featured Appetizer:• 1 lb...
06/13/2026

🎶 Saturday at Tropics! 🎶 The weekend is here, and we’ve got a lineup you won’t want to miss!

🦪 Featured Appetizer:
• 1 lb. of mussels simmered in a white wine garlic sauce and served with toasted bread for soaking up every last drop.

🔥 Specials after 5 PM:
• Fall-off-the-bone BBQ Ribs
• Slow-roasted Prime Rib

🎸 The Smith-Nelson Project performs LIVE from 5–8 PM, rain or shine!

Great food, cold drinks, live music, and beautiful marina views—what more could you ask for?

As always, dine in or call ahead for carryout orders.

📍 301 N. Point Dr., Winthrop Harbor, IL
📞 847-746-0600

See you at Tropics!

06/11/2026

🍹 Thirsty Thursday at Tropics! 🍹

The drinks are cold, the food is hot, and the patio is waiting for you! Stop by and enjoy your Tropics favorites before the weather gets a little dicey later on. Whether you’re craving an ice-cold cocktail, a juicy burger, or just a relaxing view of the marina, we’ve got you covered.

🌴 Patio Seating Available
🍔 Full Menu Available
🥡 To-Go Orders Welcome

Don’t let the weather make your plans for you—come soak up the day with us!

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

06/10/2026

DUE TO THE WEATHER WERE CLOSING FOR THE NIGHT! See you tomorrow at 11:30am.

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

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