From BBQ to Ice Cream, We’ve Got You Covered

Come hungry — because food is part of the experience! Savor a hearty BBQ meal at Grams Central, indulge in homemade desserts, or cool off with hand-dipped ice cream, shakes, floats, and sundaes. Pair it all with a specialty coffee or an adult beverage to complete your visit.

Grams Central BBQ

Located at Grams Central Station — the hub of all attractions — Grams Central BBQ serves up hearty, delicious meals every day from 11:00 to 4:00, year-round. Enjoy a satisfying sit-down lunch with plenty of flavor and almost no wait time.

Deliciously Prepared & Seasoned Meats

Savor the flavors of our pulled pork, sliced brisket, and pulled chicken sandwiches — all seasoned to perfection and served with Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ sauce on the side. Each sandwich includes a side of coleslaw, or make it a full meal by adding two hearty sides

Sliced smoked brisket on a wooden cutting board with rich, dark bark and juicy interior, showing several thick slices of tender barbeque meat

Kids’ Meals: Big Flavor for Little Appetites

Perfect for younger diners! Choose from a 4-piece serving of fun dino nuggets with a side, or a bowl of creamy mac & cheese — meals kids love and parents can count on.

Sides That Steal the Show

Choose from a variety of crowd favorites — buttery garlic green beans, creamy potato salad, savory baked beans, rich mac & cheese, classic coleslaw, or crispy chips. The perfect pairing for your BBQ meal.

Group Dining Discounts

Book ahead and save—groups of 15 or more qualify for discounted food options during your visit.

Get Your Treats at Grams Central Ice Cream & Coffee Parlor

When it comes to treats, ours are hard to beat! We’ve hand-selected the best from local sources to bring you the freshest homemade desserts, specialty cookies, and baked goods. Enjoy cool, creamy parfaits, bean-to-cup coffee, and rich hand-dipped Wisconsin ice cream — served as sundaes, shakes, or paired with Sprecher’s cream soda for the ultimate float. And don’t worry about calories… by the time you’ve toured it all, your sweet tooth and step count are even.

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Scoop Up Something Sweet

Everyone loves ice cream — but you’ll love ours even more. We serve rich, creamy Cedar Crest hand-dipped ice cream from Wisconsin, with 8 flavors to choose from. Go big with our massive scoops, build the perfect sundae, or blend up a shake. For the ultimate treat, pair it with Sprecher’s cream soda for an unforgettable float — like a dreamy orange cream soda + vanilla ice cream combo.

Bakery case inside of the volo museum shocasing bakery treats, and beverages

Sweet Treats You Won’t Find Anywhere Else

From unforgettable baked creations crafted by our signature bakers to locally made candies and cool, creamy parfaits, every treat here is unique, hand-selected, and made to delight. These aren’t your ordinary desserts — they’re special creations you truly won’t find anywhere else.

Freshly Brewed, Just for You

Our coffee is as fresh as it gets — every cup is ground from whole beans just for you. Enjoy it hot or over ice, customize with your favorite flavors, or treat yourself to a latte. For an extra kick, ask about adding a shot of liquor.

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Sip, Chill & Kick Back

Take a break and treat yourself with drinks that bring on the vacation vibes any time of year. Enjoy frosty frozen creations blended to perfection — available with or without alcohol — or unwind with a refreshing adult beverage. If you’re looking for something simple, we’ve also got classic ice-cold sodas and bottled water ready to keep you refreshed while you explore.

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Seasonal Eats & Retro Entertainment

During the warmer months and on busier days, our food selection expands with even more tasty options to enjoy. Grab your favorites and take a seat in any of our indoor dining areas, or head out to the Rock-afire Courtyard where the retro Rock-afire Explosion animatronic band brings the fun to life while you eat.

The Rock-afire Explosion was originally an animatronic music show created by Creative Engineering, Inc. for ShowBiz Pizza Place restaurants in the 1980s and early 1990s. It featured a cast of life-sized animal characters playing instruments and performing music, and was considered pioneering in animatronics for its expressive movements and showmanship
Seasonal concession stand display with snacks including bags of chips, brownies and donuts in a clear case, a nachos warmer, hot pretzels machine, and a drink cooler behind the counter

Concession Cravings

Our seasonal concession shops serve up all the favorites to satisfy your cravings — nachos with cheese, jumbo pretzels, chips, cookies, and ice cream bars, along with drinks and adult beverages. Open Memorial Day through Labor Day on select days, these spots are perfect for a quick and tasty break during your visit.

Mama Mia's Pizza

Enjoy fresh, hot pizza made by local favorite Buddyz Pizzeria and baked right here at the museum. Grab a slice of classic cheese, pepperoni, or sausage — perfect for a quick bite. We also serve hot dogs, refreshing drinks, and adult beverages to round out your meal.

A Taste That Can’t Be Beat

From smoky BBQ and hand-dipped ice cream to signature desserts, pizza, and classic concession favorites — our food is an experience all its own. Once you’ve had a taste, you’ll be coming back for the food as much as the attractions.

Sliced Brisket

Rich, slow-roasted, and fall-apart tender — a BBQ classic done right. Enjoy it as a sandwich or piled high with no bun.

Pulled Chicken

Slow-cooked, shredded, and seasoned to perfection — delicious as a sandwich or served up with no bun.

Pulled Pork

Perfectly cooked low and slow, then pulled into juicy, tender pieces — enjoy it as a sandwich or without the bun.

Mac & Cheese

A guest favorite — creamy, comforting, and loaded with just the right amount of cheesiness. Served plain as a side, or add meat to make it a meal.

Garlic Green Beans

Fresh green beans tossed in butter and garlic for unbeatable flavor.

Potato Salad

Cool and creamy, with the perfect blend of ingredients.

Coleslaw

Crisp, creamy, and flavorful — the ideal BBQ side.

Baked Beans

Slowly simmered in a sweet and savory secret family recipe.

Dino Nuggets

Crispy, dino-shaped white meat chicken bites that kids love.

Hand-Dipped Ice Cream

Creamy Wisconsin Cedar Crest ice cream, served by the scoop in 8 rotating flavors.

Sundaes

Build the perfect sundae with hand-dipped ice cream, rich toppings, and plenty of whipped cream.

Shakes

Thick, creamy shakes blended to perfection in your favorite flavor.

Floats

Pair hand-dipped ice cream with Sprecher’s cream sodas for an unforgettable float — try the dreamy orange cream + vanilla combo!

Homemade Desserts

Signature baked creations crafted by our local baker — unique treats you won’t find anywhere else.

Specialty Cookies & Baked Goods

Fresh, locally made indulgences that change often but are always unforgettable.

Bean-to-Cup Coffee

Freshly ground for every pour — enjoy it hot, iced, or flavored your way.

Fruit Smoothies

Refreshing fruit smoothies from Island Oasis, made with real fruit mix for a cool, flavorful treat.

Adult Beverages

Kick back with adult beverages like chilled beer, crisp seltzers, canned cocktails, and smooth wine—ready when you are.

Cheese Pizza by the Slice

Classic cheesy slice from Buddy’z Pizza—hot, melty, and satisfying.

Pepperoni Pizza by the Slice

Buddy’z pepperoni slice loaded with savory, crispy pepperoni.

Sausage Pizza by the Slice

Hearty Buddy’z sausage slice with bold, savory flavor in every bite.

Hot Dog & Chips

A classic hot dog served with a side of crunchy chips.

Cold Drinks

Cold and refreshing—soda, water, and juice pouches for every kind of thirst.

Adult Beverages

Grab-and-go adult drinks—beer, seltzers, canned cocktails, and wine.

Nachos & Cheese

Crunchy nachos with a cup of warm, cheesy dipping sauce.

Jumbo Pretzels

A warm jumbo pretzel paired with rich, cheesy dip.

Robot Ice Cream & Cotton Candy

Watch our robotic machines whip up smooth soft-serve and fluffy cotton candy in seconds—sweet, fast, and fun to see in action.

Other Attractions to Explore

Three main attractions, one unforgettable destination

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Titanic Exhibit

Learn about the Titanic from a whole new perspective, featuring stories rarely told and artifacts that reveal the human side of history.

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Volo Museum

The centerpiece attraction, showcasing not only incredible automobiles but also mechanical marvels, movie history, pop culture, and one-of-a-kind entertainment displays.

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Jurassic Gardens

Step into a dinosaur wonderland and journey back 65 million years with lifelike animatronics, immersive settings, and prehistoric adventures for all ages.