Food & drink in the Wisconsin Northwoods.

Fibbers Bar and Restaurant

Casual lakeside restaurant on Big St. Germain Lake open year-round, known for Friday fish fry, prime rib, broasted chicken, and an outdoor deck with lake views.

Papillon's Restaurant

Family and breakfast restaurant serving meals to diners.

Outboards Bar & Grill

Family-friendly restaurant on the Wisconsin River with a large patio for watching summer water ski shows, serving scratch-made burgers, pizza, sandwiches, and Friday fish fry.

Tribute Brewing Co.

Eagle River craft brewery established in 2012, brewing beers inspired by local folklore. Gold medal winner at the Great American Beer Fest 2018 for their jalapeno wheat beer.

Around The Corner Pub

Bar and grill on Railroad Street in Mercer, located right on the ATV/UTV and snowmobile trail, known for broasted chicken, the Pub Burger, the Olive Burger, homemade soups, and friendly service.

Smokey's Restaurant and Supper Club

Relaxed fine dining supper club nestled among soaring pines, known for prime steaks, wild-caught Canadian walleye, Alaskan salmon, and piano music during dinner.

Vino Latte

Gourmet coffee shop, eatery, and wine boutique in Wausau with 600+ wine labels, artisan pizzas, wraps, and specialty coffee. Dog-friendly patio.

Don & GG's Food & Spirits

Casual dining restaurant in Ironwood serving a varied menu of pasta, seafood, steaks, burgers, and sandwiches, with homemade sauces and vegan-friendly options.

Clearview Supper Club

Historic supper club on Big St. Germain Lake established in 1918, known for prime rib, Friday fish fry, classic cocktails, and a nostalgic log interior.

Agave Azul

Mexican restaurant located in Eagle River, WI.

Rocky Reef Brewing Company

Husband-and-wife-owned 10-barrel brewery established in 2014, offering 12 to 16 hand-crafted seasonal ales, porters, and stouts on tap in their Woodruff tasting room.

Sisters Saloon Inc

Bar and grill serving food and drinks.

The Glass Hat Bar

Bar on North 3rd Street in Wausau.

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.

J&P’S Tippling House

A modern bar and restaurant on Shrike Avenue in Wausau offering craft cocktails, fourteen rotating craft beer taps, the largest wine selection of any bar in town, and a full food menu of sandwiches, wraps, salads, and entrees with free pool and darts.

Auntie Ray's Coffee House

Coffee house in downtown Merrill opened in 2021, serving lattes, seasonal specials, breakfast, lunch, and baked goods with over 100 seats, a patio, and a cozy mix of bright and moody seating areas.

The Brew Station

Aberdeen Restaurant & Bar

Casual Northwoods dining in a log lodge overlooking the Manitowish Waters chain of lakes, serving steaks, ribs, walleye, and Friday fish fry with sunset views from the screened porch and patio.

Muskies Bar & Grill

A modern tavern in downtown Mercer with corrugated metal walls, a cozy fireplace, live music, and a menu featuring burgers, garlic cheese curds, and a beloved fish fry.

Lost & Found

A bar on Nimikon Street in Montreal, Wisconsin.

The Bottled Bean

Hybrid coffee shop and bar in downtown Minocqua serving craft coffee from Mission Coffee Roasters, craft beer, hand-crafted cocktails, and freshly baked goods all day.

Holly's

A bar and grill north of Tomahawk near Lake Nokomis serving gourmet burgers, artisanal flatbreads, and crafted cocktails in a lively atmosphere with bar games and dancing.

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.

Ting's Tamarack Tap

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

Brew's Pub Inc

Sports bar and pub on County Highway B in Land O' Lakes, right on snowmobile trail #6, featuring hand-pattied burgers, pickle fries, Friday fish fry, and multiple large-screen TVs for watching games.

The Hillside Tavern & Grill

Restaurant and bar serving pizza and grill items.

Rhinelander Pub

Rhinelander's oldest establishment since 1911, operating as a supper club and taproom with rotating craft brews, handcrafted cocktails, Friday fish fry, and weekly Tuesday trivia nights.

Reif’s Bar

Bar on Neva Road south of Antigo.

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.

Rustic Roadhaus

Northwoods bar and grill known for its famous Rustic Bomber burger and acclaimed pizza, with a dog-friendly patio and great craft beer tap selection.

Outdoorsman Restaurant

Restaurant with an outdoors-themed name, location unknown.

Swartzendruber's Supper Club

Swartzendruber's Supper Club is a family-owned restaurant and bar located in Antigo, Wisconsin, offering a full dinner menu and a renowned salad bar. It provides private dining for events and serves cocktails in a casual atmosphere.

Wausau Mine Company

Family-friendly spot styled as a gold-mine shaft featuring Italian & American fare plus a game room.

Lumpy's Bar & Grill

A sports bar on Highway 45 overlooking Catfish Lake, two miles south of Eagle River, with more TVs than anywhere in town, Friday fish fry, Saturday prime rib, and an extensive menu of burgers, wraps, and appetizers.

Whitetail Inn

Restaurant on Highway 70 West in St Germain.

The Loop Hole LLC

Bar and grill on County L near Tomahawk.

Full moon saloon

Wild’s Granary Restaurant

Popular breakfast and lunch spot in Boulder Junction run by Michael and Brian Wild, known for creative breakfast dishes, pizzas, desserts, and a welcoming family atmosphere.

Held's Bar

Silver Birch Supper Club

Classic Northwoods supper club built on the shores of Half Moon Lake, serving steaks, seafood, and BBQ ribs for over 100 years with lake views year-round.

R&T's "not so" Dinky Diner

Small family-owned diner on Brown Street serving from-scratch breakfast and lunch with homemade sausage gravy, fresh-ground corned beef hash, and Friday fish fry until 8 PM.

Sunset Grill

American restaurant on Highway 32 in Three Lakes.

Asana Suka

Updated supper club on Highway 45 in Land O' Lakes, ranked the top restaurant in town, serving creatively twisted Northwoods favorites like Milanese Crusted Walleye and Norwegian Salmon. The name means "to sit in happiness." Open Thursday through Saturday.

Bull Falls Brewing Co.

Craft brewery and taproom on East Thomas Street, reopened under new ownership in 2025 after the original Bull Falls Brewery (Wausau's oldest craft brewery, est. 2007) closed in 2024. Features a biergarten and traditional European-style lagers and ales.

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.

SKÅL BAR & KITCHEN

Nordic-inspired restaurant serving small plates, dinner bowls, and seasonal desserts made from locally sourced ingredients, with a curated wine list and Nordic-inspired cocktails.

Little Brown Jug

A beloved Minocqua dive bar where patrons staple dollar bills to the walls and ceiling, open seven days a week year-round with live music nightly, ice-cold beer from an old ice cream freezer, and a deck for outdoor seating.

Pines Cafe

Cash-only breakfast and lunch diner in downtown Ironwood serving homemade soups, hot sandwiches, and hearty breakfast skillets daily from 7 AM to 3 PM.