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Loading Zone Eatery
Modest roadside eatery & bar offering steaks, seafood & a Friday fish fry, plus nightly specials.
Loppnow's Sports Bar
A sports bar on North 3rd Street in Wausau.
Marathon County Park
Large park with mature pine trees & campsites, plus ballfields, skating rinks & a kids' train ride.
Marathon Park Exhibition Building
An exhibition building at Marathon Park in Wausau used for events and shows.
Matt's 101 Pub
A lively pub in the heart of Wausau serving cold beer, cocktails, wings, pizza, and nachos with live music and a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. Known for the coldest beer in town.
Milwaukee Burger Company - Wausau
Easygoing standby serving handcrafted burgers & many beers on tap, plus shakes, wings & cocktails.
Monk Botanical Gardens
29-acre park with themed areas such as a meditation garden, extensive trails & a treehouse.
Monster Hall Events
An outdoor event venue on County Road F in Unity hosting Monster Hall Music Fest and Midwest Unity Fest, with camping, live music, fundraisers, and community events.
Mosinee Brewing Company
A craft brewery and taproom in downtown Mosinee featuring over 16 tap beers, an outdoor beer garden, and event rental space. Open Tuesday through Saturday with extended hours on weekends.
Moua's Callon Street Pub
A neighborhood pub on Callon Street in Wausau.
Mountain Taste Authentic Nepali & Indian Cuisine
The first restaurant to bring authentic Nepali and Indian cuisine to Wausau, serving dishes like Chicken Tikka Masala, curries, samosas, and chai.
Nevermore on Third Bar & Grille
Gothic Victorian-themed gastropub inspired by Edgar Allan Poe, featuring gourmet sliders, shareable plates, craft cocktails, and live music in an atmospheric setting with exposed tin walls and velvet curtains.
Night School Night Club and Venue
Nightclub and event venue offering live music, DJ sets, dancing, and a full restaurant and bar, with a mission to provide a safe and welcoming environment for all.
Oak Park
Recreation area with baseball diamonds, picnic/BBQ shelters, tennis courts, boat dock & pathways.
Oliva’s at Gulliver's Landing
Nautically themed restaurant on Lake Wausau serving seafood, steaks, and pastas with panoramic lake views, opened in 2025 by the team behind Carmelo's.
Pinewood Supper Club
Lakefront, family-owned restaurant serving seafood, steaks & pasta in a rustic, lodge-like interior.
Pleasant View Park
Neighborhood park in Wausau on Sumner Street.
Pregame Pub
Bar on North 6th Street in Wausau.
Red Eye Brewing Company
Founded in 2007 on Washington Street in downtown Wausau, this artisan brewpub pairs small-batch craft beers with wood-fired pizzas and a from-scratch kitchen.
Redwood St. Roasters
Family-owned coffee roastery in Edgar founded by a Chilean winemaker-turned-roaster, using small-batch methods and cutting-edge technology for exceptional coffees and nitro cold brew.
Rib Mountain Amphitheater
Outdoor amphitheater atop Rib Mountain, one of Wisconsin's highest points, with pine bench seating for 200 and panoramic views of Wausau, hosting the free summer Concerts in the Clouds series.
Rib Mountain State Park
Designated a state park in 1927, this Marathon County ridge rises to 1,916 feet on quartzite roughly 1.8 billion years old, formed during the Penokean orogeny southwest of Wausau.
Richard Wunsch
Photography gallery and studio of Wisconsin landscape and nature photographer Richard Wunsch, known for infrared and digital panoramic work exhibited at the Woodson Art Museum.
Richard's Restaurant & Bar
Family-owned supper club serving homemade recipes for over 35 years, known for steak dinners, Friday fish fry, and Saturday prime rib buffet.
River Edge Parkway
Public parkway along the river in Wausau with walking paths.
Riverlife Park
Public park along the Wisconsin River in Wausau with walking paths and river access.
Riverside Park
Park featuring an island in the river connected by a pedestrian bridge, plus a playground.
Rock Fest
Rock Fest is the largest rock and camping event in the U.S., featuring 80+ bands across 5 stages. The event offers 7,500 campsites for attendees.
Rue Brew Coffee Co.
Small-batch coffee roaster near Wausau offering specialty blends available online and at local retailers.
Shaun's Mirage
Bar on Merrill Avenue in Wausau.
Shelves of Aeaea
Bookstore, herb shop, and movement studio offering books on wellness and spirituality, herbal teas and remedies, yoga classes, book clubs, and author talks.
Sugar 'n Spice Cheesecakes & Coffee
Central Wisconsin's premier cheesecake shop offering 150 flavors, all made from scratch with the finest ingredients. Also serves coffee and espresso drinks.
Sunnyvale County Park
County park on South 72nd Avenue in Wausau.
Sunrise Bar
Bar on Highway 52 near Wausau.
Sylvan Hill Park
Popular place with a mountain biking park, cross-country ski trails & a tubing hill with tows.
The Bar - Wausau
Sports bar on Market Street in Rothschild near Wausau.
The Buck-A-Neer
Classic Wisconsin supper club in Stratford since 1973, housed in a former blacksmith shop. Known for prime rib, steaks, and one of Central Wisconsin's largest fresh salad bars.
The Chocolate Cafe
Family-owned cafe in downtown Wausau specializing in rich European drinking chocolates, Belgian imports, gelato, espresso drinks, and chocolate fondue. Opened February 2024.
The Emerald Night Club
Wausau's premier LGBTQ+ nightclub featuring a state-of-the-art sound system, drag entertainment, custom cocktails, and themed events.
The Folk Farm
Family-owned event venue near Rib Mountain with indoor and outdoor spaces for weddings, concerts, corporate retreats, and community events. Temporarily closed for 2026 renovations.
The Garage
Bar on Morning Glory Lane near Wausau.
The Glass Hat Bar
Bar on North 3rd Street in Wausau.
The Grand Theater
Longtime venue showcasing an array of music & theater performances in a spacious, elegant interior.
The Mill Yard
Bar and grill north of Wausau serving broasted chicken, Fish Fry Fridays, burgers, and ribs with arcade games, pool, darts, mini golf, and a party room.
The Mint Cafe
Old-fashioned American comfort food served in a cozy room with retro details, booths & paneling.
The Palms Supper Club
Historic 1930s supper club in Weston featuring Wisconsin's first round bar, built by Frank Roller during the Great Depression. Serves steaks, seafood, and cocktails surrounded by local art.
The Pickle Jar
Cafe in Wausau.
The Pinery Coffee Co.
Specialty coffee shop and roaster in downtown Wausau, roasting beans on-site. Donates a percentage of proceeds to a different local nonprofit each month.