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Food & drink in the Wisconsin Northwoods.

Every place to eat & drink in the Wisconsin Northwoods — 40 and counting. Filter by cuisine, jump A–Z, or just browse.

Food & drink in the Wisconsin Northwoods

40 places · filtered

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Tavern on the Loop

Tavern on the Loop

Three Lakes · bar and grill

Bar and grill on Big Lake Loop Road in Three Lakes.

The Bear Trap Inn

The Bear Trap Inn

Land O Lakes · restaurant

American restaurant and bar serving food and drinks.

The Boathouse

The Boathouse

Minocqua · restaurant

American restaurant and bar serving food and drinks.

The Buck-A-Neer

The Buck-A-Neer

Wausau · american

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 Clubhouse

The Clubhouse

Woodruff · bar and grill

Bar and grill on 1st Avenue in Woodruff.

The Clubhouse Bar & Grill @ Timber Ridge

The Clubhouse Bar & Grill @ Timber Ridge

Minocqua · restaurant

Bar and grill restaurant located at Timber Ridge.

The Craftsman American Tavern

The Craftsman American Tavern

Eagle River · restaurant

Tradesmen-themed restaurant and bar in downtown Eagle River specializing in Wisconsin craft burgers, local beer, and cocktails in a family-friendly Northwoods-meets-modern setting.

The Flame Bar and Grill

The Flame Bar and Grill

Lac Du Flambeau · american

Reimagined sports bar in downtown Lac du Flambeau with 40 years of smoked meats experience. Known for pizza, wings, burgers, and must-try Indian Fry Bread with honey butter.

The Guide's Inn

The Guide's Inn

Boulder Junction · restaurant

American and European fine dining restaurant.

The Heid Out Bar and Grill

The Heid Out Bar and Grill

Eagle River · american

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

The Hillside Tavern & Grill

Sayner · restaurant

Restaurant and bar serving pizza and grill items.

The Jailhouse saloon

The Jailhouse saloon

Rhinelander · bar and grill

Bar and grill on Lake Creek Road near Rhinelander.

The Lazy Ace Saloon

The Lazy Ace Saloon

Mercer · bar and grill

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

The Local Press Deli

Land O Lakes · restaurant

Sandwich shop and deli serving pressed sandwiches and deli items.

The Loop Hole LLC

The Loop Hole LLC

Tomahawk · bar and grill

Bar and grill on County L near Tomahawk.

The Midway

The Midway

Ironwood · pizza

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

The Mill Yard

Wausau · bar and grill

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

The Mint Cafe

Wausau · american

Old-fashioned American comfort food served in a cozy room with retro details, booths & paneling.

The Munch Bar & Tacos

The Munch Bar & Tacos

Hurley · bar and grill
The Nutty Squirrel

The Nutty Squirrel

Eagle River · bar and grill

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

The Outpost

Presque Isle · restaurant

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

The Palms Supper Club

Wausau · steakhouse

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 Pines Restaurant and Beer Garden

The Pines Restaurant and Beer Garden

Mercer · family dining

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

The Pizza Haven

Rhinelander · restaurant

Pizza restaurant serving pizza.

The Shillelagh

The Shillelagh

Manitowish Waters · pub

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 Twilight Supper Club and Sandman Lounge

The Twilight Supper Club and Sandman Lounge

Land O Lakes · american

1940s hangout with American fare, a salad bar & traditional cocktails, plus nightly music.

The Velveteen Plum

The Velveteen Plum

Wausau · restaurant

Wausau's first rooftop restaurant and cocktail bar, offering elevated-casual dining with bold Latin flavors, eclectic wines, and stunning views of Rib Mountain.

Thirsty Whale

Thirsty Whale

Minocqua · restaurant

Family restaurant and bar called Thirsty Whale.

Three Coins Dining Room at Holiday Acres

Three Coins Dining Room at Holiday Acres

Rhinelander · restaurant

American restaurant operating as part of the Holiday Acres resort or property.

Tilted Loon Saloon

Tilted Loon Saloon

Tomahawk · bar and grill

Lakeside bar and grill on Lake Nokomis in Tomahawk, open year-round with fish fry available daily. Accessible by land or lake, with boat and snowmobile gas on-site.

Timmys Holiday Corner

Timmys Holiday Corner

Eagle River · restaurant

Restaurant operating under the name Timmys Holiday Corner.

Tine & Cellar

Tine & Cellar

Wausau · restaurant

Contemporary American restaurant and wine bar in Weston with 101 draft beers, craft cocktails, a full wine cellar, and rustic Old World-inspired flavors. Rated #2 restaurant in Weston.

Ting's Tamarack Tap

Ting's Tamarack Tap

Lake Tomahawk · american

Bar and grill in Lake Tomahawk serving homemade brick-fired pizzas, burgers, and more with indoor and outdoor seating.

TNT Nutrition

Eagle River · restaurant

Nutrition-focused restaurant.

Toad in the Hole

Toad in the Hole

Eagle River · brunch

Tiny scratch-made brunch spot in Eagle River seating just 20, using farm-to-table ingredients from local suppliers. Open Wednesday-Saturday, first come first served.

Tom's Country Cafe

Tom's Country Cafe

Mercer · breakfast

Family-owned cafe in Mercer serving home-cooked breakfast and lunch daily with friendly service and reasonable prices.

Tomahawk Family Restaurant

Tomahawk Family Restaurant

Tomahawk · family dining

Family dining restaurant in Tomahawk.

Town Pump Bar and Grill

Rhinelander · restaurant

Bar and grill on US Highway 8 near Rhinelander.

Truck's Place Restaurant Antigo

Truck's Place Restaurant Antigo

Antigo · family dining

Family dining destination in Antigo open daily from 6 AM, offering a diverse menu spanning breakfast, American classics, Mexican cuisine, and Italian specialties with homemade pies.

Two Angels Family Restaurant

Two Angels Family Restaurant

Antigo · american

Home-style family restaurant in Antigo known for generous portions, humongous buttermilk pancakes, and freshly baked fruit pies. Ranked #2 restaurant in Antigo.

Atmospheric interior

A note from the editor

Most Tuesdays here, the room finds you.

You walk in for one drink, the bartender mentions the songwriter night two doors down, and twenty minutes later you're somewhere you didn't know an hour ago. This is the publication for that.

Photo · stock · atmospheric · not a specific venue.

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