Rumors put to rest… Wendt’s On The Lake is staying

A firestorm of rumors spread over numerous Facebook pages and a flurry of discussion could be heard at local gathering spots talking about the disbelief of local eating establishment “Wendt’s On The Lake” was closing. Rumors included the building being torn down and condos being erected in it’s spot.

After days of people asking for confirmation or denying of the truth to the rumors on the business’s Facebook page, a response has finally come out.

Monday night, February 5, 2024 Wendt’s posted ” We are proud to say, we are NOT closing!  Wendt’s Marine is also NOT closing! We have been family owned and operated since January 15, 1962 (62 years), and we hope to continue this family business for another 62 years! We appreciate your business & support over the last 62 years and we hope you will continue to come out for our famous fresh lake perch and other delicious menu choices. Sturgeon Spearing season is here…Good luck and stay safe. Be sure to check out our extended hours. We will be open everyday at 11am from now until the end of the season.”