Many people in the area make it a day trip for a lunch or dinner at the Pickle. During summer weekends, customers coming by boat can tie up to the 280 foot dock right in front of the restaurant. On weekends, the lower level, The Bottom of the Barrel, is open for special events and a smaller menu for motorcyclers, classic car clubs, and special visiting tourists. Both levels provide outdoor seating for food and beverages. The Pickle Factory is located on the shore of the scenic upper Mississippi River Valley on Lake Pepin. In addition to the beauty of the area, the small western Wisconsin river towns are a destination for travelers from all over the world. Homemade is key here, the onion rings and BBQ pork ribs are a local favorite.