Food & drink in the Wisconsin Northwoods.

Back When Cafe

Farm-to-table American fare & signature martinis served in an urban-rustic space with high ceilings.

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.

McGann’s Pub & Wine Bar

An Irish pub in downtown Boulder Junction with a cozy fireplace and large outdoor patio, serving select wines, six microbrews on tap, a wide bottle selection, and seasonal homemade pizza and appetizers.

Northern Exposure

Bar and restaurant established in 2001 serving homemade pizza, breakfast and dinner buffets, and daily specials including Friday night fish fry, with pool and darts available.

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.

Sharon's Coffee Company

Family-run cafe on famous Silver Street serving breakfast, lunch, gourmet coffee drinks, bakery items, and grab-and-go deli options since 1997, plus a gift and wine selection.

Dee Dee’s Diner

Family restaurant named Dee Dee's Diner.

Boettcher's Bar

Down-home neighborhood bar on 5th Avenue in Antigo where everyone knows everyone.

Bad Bones BBQ

Barbecue restaurant located in Arbor Vitae, WI.

Reif’s Bar

Bar on Neva Road south of Antigo.

Shotskis

Eagle River's hottest live music venue with a 13,000 sq ft outdoor event space, covered stage, and dance floor, home of a world-record 2,455-foot shotski.

Friendship House Family Restaurant

Low-key, rustic outpost serving classic family-friendly American dishes from eggs to burgers.

Almond & Berry

Mother-daughter-owned gluten-free bakery and juice bar on Brown Street in Rhinelander, serving freshly baked treats including signature cinnamon rolls and Hodag muffins, plus wholesome smoothies and juices.

DJ's Northwoods Family Restaurant

Family-owned breakfast and lunch spot in Saint Germain rated #1 on TripAdvisor, known for fluffy pancakes, homemade dishes, and friendly service.

Lake Tom Tap House and Patio bar

A Northwoods bar on Bradley Street in Lake Tomahawk with a full-service outdoor patio, hand-pattied burgers, homemade pizza, fish fry, live music, and flat screens for watching the game.

Cafe Sonder

Family-run cafe serving homemade breakfast and lunch with house-made baked goods, Colectivo coffee, espresso drinks, Rishi teas, and fresh fruit smoothies. Known for generous portions and the popular breakfast burrito.

Den-O's Sports Bar

A & A Restaurant

Family-owned restaurant on Grand Avenue opened by siblings Albion and Albiona, serving breakfast all day along with wraps, pot roast, gyros, and other comfort food from 7 AM to 8 PM daily.

Sheri's Pub N Grub

Cozy Northwoods pub near Lake Curtis offering steaks, seafood, broasted chicken, homemade pizza, and a fresh salad bar, with scenic lake views and a popular Friday fish fry.

Pine Harbor Bar

Neighborhood bar on Trails End Road in Rhinelander.

Blue Willow Cafe

Family-style diner on the west side of Wausau serving breakfast all day, known for country fried steak, oversized pancakes, homemade pie, and huge portions in a cozy northwoods atmosphere. Open Monday through Saturday.

Gin Mill

Bar named Gin Mill.

Greenhills Log Cabin

A Conover dining staple since 1933, known for thin, pan, and Chicago-style deep dish pizza, Friday fish boil, and rustic Northwoods decor.

Knight Gallery

An iconic downtown Rhinelander bar and nightclub operating continuously since 1973, open Friday and Saturday nights with drinks, shots, and food.

Uptown Cafe

Classic diner in Ironwood serving breakfast all day starting at 5 AM, known for full-plate pancakes, chicken fried steak, omelets, and Friday fish fry.

Pregame Pub

Bar on North 6th Street in Wausau.

Gaslight Tavern

Asian fusion restaurant in Lake Tomahawk blending Chinese, Thai, Japanese, and Korean cuisines, known for Crying Tiger steak and creative appetizers. Opened 2024.

Eddie B's White Spruce Inn

An extensive menu of American comfort classics with ample patio seating overlooking the water.

Andy's Pontoon Saloon

Bar located in Eagle River, WI.

Manny's Parkside

Restaurant named Manny's Parkside.

Westsider Diner & Lounge

Neighborhood diner and lounge on Wausau's west side, reborn from a 1920s-era diner. Serves breakfast, burgers, curds, and craft cocktails with outdoor seating.

Toad in the Hole

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.

Bob & Randy's Bar

Hometown corner bar and grill on the corner of 6th and Bridge Streets in Wausau, open daily at 7 AM. Home of the EURO pizza with kielbasa, swiss cheese, and sauerkraut, plus burgers, fish, wings, and daily specials.

Charlie's Lake Metonga Resort Restaurant

Restaurant and bar on the shore of Lake Metonga serving Friday fish fry, Sunday brunch, and fine dining in the evenings, with a tiki bar, firepit, and seasonal outdoor seating.

Up North Nutrition

Nutrition and wellness center offering health-focused food and supplement products.

Breakwater Restaurant

Family restaurant in Ironwood serving home-cooked meals since 2001, known for specialty burgers, wraps, fish fry, daily specials, and fresh-baked pies. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Era Cafe Rib Mountain

The Upper Block Sports Bar and Grill

Sports bar and grill on Silver Street in Hurley.

Animal's

BB Jack's Antigo

Pizza and sandwich restaurant in Antigo with a 30-year-old handmade pizza recipe, established in 1982 by the Stimac family. Serves thin crust pizza, sandwiches, and other casual fare.

Banquet on a Bun

Casual sandwich shop in downtown Antigo serving Vienna Beef hot dogs, Chicago-style dogs, Italian beef, burgers, steak sandwiches, and pizza puffs. Open Tuesday through Saturday.

Cross Country Bar & Grill

Crickets Pub & Cafe

Outdoorsman Restaurant

Restaurant with an outdoors-themed name, location unknown.

Kastawayz

A bar on 5th Avenue in Antigo.

Gooch's 2 Bar & Grill

Gooch's A-One Bar & Grill offers a variety of sandwiches, salads, and dinner entrees in a family-friendly atmosphere.

Sayner Pub

Bar and restaurant serving pizza and American food, with a sports bar atmosphere.

Heart Breakers

Bar and grill in Antigo renowned for its Friday fish fry with expertly prepared baked and fried fish, plus steaks and a gorgonzola-topped tenderloin.