Blue Wave Inn & Sandbar Restaurant

The Sandbar has now become one of our local favorites. The view is enough to make me want to keep coming! Their coffee is delicious, the staff is fun and welcoming. And the food is amazing! It's local, fresh, we'll prized, and simply delicious!!

Had to jet to Ashland last minute for a quick work overnight. Stayed at the Blue Wave Inn based on good reviews and was not disappointed. We were only out for a meeting and then held up in the room the rest of the day/night. But that was definitely not a downfall at all. The room was amazing (Room 4). THE VIEW! Who cares if that big body of water was frozen, it did not one bit matter because the view and just having a balcony was amazing. THE FOOD! Holy cats, 3-words, braised-short-ribs. Oh and deviled eggs, so 5 words, sorry. We also asked for more robes and coffee which were promptly delivered and I bothered Emma in the restaurant probably 5 times and she was just so kind to my inquisitive mind.

I think the only small note I would give is having it clear that the store counter is the check in counter, we thought we might be missing it until we peaked in and asked, but great idea having it in there because not only did it inform us on the kayaks, paddle boards, etc. but I wanted to buy everything else too (I'm in the marketing industry so I see what you did there Blue Wave, kuddos)!

Great service and unbeatable view! Yummy food, coffee drinks and full bar. Second floor makes a great space for doing computer work while watching Lake Superior. This is truly a treasure in the Chequamegon Bay area!

stopped in for a drink with a friend, guy was very unfriendly almost to the point of rudeness. A young lady came in to take over, so we found that he was getting ready to go, so we must have been a bother to him. He also needs to learn to tend bar, as a bloody mary starts with 2 oz liquor in a 16 ounce glass, especially when you charge $10.00 for the drink. He was very rude when asked to add more vodka, and even poured it in a 1 oz jigger, after it was poured on ice, so you know part of the liquid in the jigger was water, and i was willing to pay extra for the extra liquor. Having grown up in the business, and tended bar for many years, i was appalled when he was slamming the glass and jigger and bottle on the bar. He should probably stay in the kitchen, but he was slamming things in there also. The hotel seemed to be very nice, and the clothing store, but that bar person left alot to be desired.

Very beautiful units with everything you will need on your stay they thought of everything !! Can’t write a review on the restaurant as we went down for something to eat at 8 (they close at 9 ) and were told they were closing . As we checked in late May have been a good thing to tell us as we said we were coming back for supper . Would have went the next day (Monday) but they are closed Monday ! Luckily there is a Mexican restaurant across the street which is excellent . Would have given 5 stars except for this reason .

We ate at the restaurant only, but it was delicious. We both had the pulled pork sandwich with kettle chips and coleslaw. Excellent sandwich and friendly staff. The view is incredible overlooking lake Superior.

Five stars for the coffee shop! Best one in Ashland. Relaxing atmosphere and good paninis and cookies. Service is really nice. Homer could teach a customer service course!

Just went to the coffee bar but it was SOOO GOOD and the view was amazing!

Excellent food, good drinks, and very friendly staff. Lake Trout Cakes were fantastic! Very cute ambiance. Definitely a regular stop when we stop in Ashland. For sure a gem on the lake!

Wonderful place to relax any time of year. Can't wait to come back. We stayed with our 2 kids and they enjoyed it. Each had their own bed. Great shopping, food, drinks and accommodations.