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The Glass Hat Bar
Bar on North 3rd Street in Wausau.
The Glide at Boulder Junction Winter Park
A mile-long ice skating ribbon circling Boulder Junction Winter Park, offering a unique Northwoods winter experience beyond the typical rink.
The Grand Theater
Longtime venue showcasing an array of music & theater performances in a spacious, elegant interior.
The Guide's Inn
American and European fine dining restaurant.
The Hazelhurst Pub
Northwoods bar and grill right off Highway 51 and the Bearskin Trail in Hazelhurst, established in 2008. Known for outstanding pizza, burgers, and Wisconsin cheese curds.
The Heid Out Bar and Grill
Prohibition-era-inspired bar and grill in Eagle River serving classic burgers, hearty sandwiches, thin crust Chicago Tavern pizza, and craft cocktails.
The Hillside Tavern & Grill
Restaurant and bar serving pizza and grill items.
The Jailhouse saloon
Bar and grill on Lake Creek Road near Rhinelander.
The Key To Escape
Escape room attraction in Minocqua offering themed challenges including Madd Doctor and The Rescue of Uncle Ande. Teams of 2-10 players, private bookings only.
The Kove
Cafe called The Kove.
The Lake House
Cafe on Bradley Street in Lake Tomahawk.
The Lazy Ace Saloon
The Northwoods' only true smokehouse BBQ bar, in Mercer since 1937. Serves scratch-made smoked meats from 40+ years of original recipes, plus homemade pizza. On snowmobile and ATV trails.
The Local Press Deli
Sandwich shop and deli serving pressed sandwiches and deli items.
The Loop Hole LLC
Bar and grill on County L near Tomahawk.
The Midway
The oldest continuously running bar in downtown Ironwood, known for made-to-order pizzas, burgers, and soup in a classic Upper Peninsula setting.
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 Morgue Coffee Co.
Coffee shop inside Northland Music Center in downtown Rhinelander, housed in the original 1925 Hildebrand Furniture and Undertaking Store building. Serves specialty coffee, energy drinks, and teas.
The Munch Bar & Tacos
The Nutty Squirrel
Cozy bar and grill near Eagle River with a supper club feel, known for exceptional broasted chicken, panko-breaded bluegill and perch fish fry, and homemade soups.
The Outpost
Year-round breakfast and lunch cafe in Presque Isle on the snowmobile trail, known for biscuits and gravy, eggs Benedict, and fresh cinnamon rolls.
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.
The Pines Restaurant and Beer Garden
German restaurant and beer garden in Mercer specializing in authentic bratwurst, schnitzel, and famous pretzels for over 20 years. Features an outdoor tiki bar and music venue.
The Pizza Haven
Pizza restaurant serving pizza.
The Q & Z Expo Center
Concert venue east of Wausau in a converted 1961 elementary school with 787-person capacity. Hosts national touring acts from rock to country, plus community events and trade shows.
The Retreat Bar
Bar on County Highway W in Presque Isle.
The Reve
Coffee shop and café offering coffee and food items.
The Rhinelapus
Folk art monster sculpture in Monico Community Park, created in the 1940s from a massive tree root that resembled a cross between a rhino, elephant, and octopus. A beloved Northwoods oddity.
The Sawbuck
Cozy micro bakery and cafe in downtown Land O' Lakes serving Colectivo coffee, espresso, fresh pastries, and custom-order cakes, plus local gifts and artisan crafts.
The Shillelagh
Irish pub in Manitowish Waters serving traditional fare like corned beef and cabbage, shepherd's pie, and world-class Reubens. Live music, Friday fish fry, and an annual Irish Fest.
The Snowflake Ice Rink
The Timbers Bar and Grill
Bar and grill on Elbert Road in Saint Germain.
The Tiny Tap
Bar operating under the name The Tiny Tap.
The Twilight Supper Club and Sandman Lounge
1940s hangout with American fare, a salad bar & traditional cocktails, plus nightly music.
The Upper Block Sports Bar and Grill
Sports bar and grill on Silver Street in Hurley.
The Velveteen Plum
Wausau's first rooftop restaurant and cocktail bar, offering elevated-casual dining with bold Latin flavors, eclectic wines, and stunning views of Rib Mountain.
The Vine Beer & Wine Lounge
Wine and beer lounge in downtown Minocqua featuring an exclusive wine list, craft cocktails, tapas plates, and award-winning desserts. Pet-friendly outdoor patio.
Theater North
Theatre North is among the three oldest continuously operating community theatres in the United States, founded in 1964. Located in a renovated former Coca-Cola bottling plant on Lake Street, the intimate venue has staged over 130 productions and continues to showcase plays, musicals, and other live performances year-round.
Thirsty Whale
Family restaurant and bar called Thirsty Whale.
Three Coins Dining Room at Holiday Acres
American restaurant operating as part of the Holiday Acres resort or property.
Three Lakes Aqua Devils
Water ski performance club in Three Lakes, WI, hosting public ski shows on Wednesday and Saturday evenings during the summer.
Three Lakes Historical Museum
Museum and historical landmark dedicated to preserving the history of the Three Lakes area.
Three Lakes Winery
Wisconsin's second-oldest winery, making award-winning cranberry and fruit wines since 1972. Tasting room is housed in an 1880 Chicago & Northwestern train depot in downtown Three Lakes.
Three Sheets
Bar named Three Sheets.
Thunderbird Bar & Grill
Bar and grill on Parkway Drive in Saint Germain.
Tilly’s
Organic and locally sourced breakfast and lunch cafe in downtown Rhinelander, serving Ruby Coffee Roasters espresso, Rishi teas, and a scratch-made seasonal menu.