Food & drink in the Wisconsin Northwoods.

Tilted Loon Saloon

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.

Little Bohemia Lodge

Rustic restaurant & bar with hearty American fare & artifacts from a 1934 John Dillinger shootout.

Cop Shoppe Pub

A welcoming corner bar in Wausau known for its Bloody Marys, free popcorn, Tuesday taco bar, trivia nights, and live music.

Jamie's Java

A drive-through coffee shop in St. Germain offering over 60 assorted hot and cold beverages, espresso drinks, Lotus energy drinks, baked goods including cranberry scones and cinnamon rolls, plus gifts. Open weekday mornings.

Rock and Brews

Bar in Wabeno on Highway 32.

Rigoni's Inn

Family-owned bar and restaurant for over 89 years with a fourth-generation owner, famous for its Friday fish fry served for over 70 years and Italian-American dinner buffets.

Not Bob's Bar

Friendly neighborhood bar on US 45 south of Antigo with nine TVs for sports, game day specials, homemade pizza, and appetizers.

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.

The Munch Bar & Tacos

Melody Mill

A bar and grill on Highway 45 near Aniwa known for one of the best Wisconsin fish frys with homemade German potato salad, outstanding pizza, and popular Sunday chicken dinners. Reopened in 2010 after a fire.

Eagle River Roasters

Small-batch artisan coffee roastery and coffee house in Eagle River with specialty drinks, cafe sandwiches, a drive-thru, and free WiFi.

The Guide's Inn

American and European fine dining restaurant.

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.

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.

Otto's Beer & Brat Garden

German restaurant serving beer and bratwurst.

Campfire Coffee & Creamery

Year-round coffee and ice cream shop on Lincoln Street serving organic Fair Trade espresso, Chocolate Shoppe ice cream from Madison, 100% fruit smoothies, and locally made gourmet cookies. Outdoor seating and WiFi available.

The Glass Hat Bar

Bar on North 3rd Street in Wausau.

Olde Suffolk Ale House

Casual Italian-American dining in a historic downtown Ironwood building since 2005, featuring Friday pan-fried tilapia, Saturday prime rib, and a selection of draft imports.

Hodag Bites

A restaurant on Lincoln Street in Rhinelander.

Burks Bar

Relaxed neighborhood bar on Stewart Avenue in Wausau featuring craft beer, cocktails, food, TV sports, and outdoor seating. Open daily.

Eddie B's White Spruce Inn

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

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.

Marty's Place North

A classic Northwoods supper club on Highway 51 in Arbor Vitae, operated by the Cady family since 1982, featuring an extensive menu of steaks, seafood, and American favorites with a piano player during dinner and stone fireplaces.

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.

Wausau Mine Company

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

Chubby's

Family-friendly restaurant in Eagle River serving hearty breakfasts, lunches, and American comfort food at affordable prices.

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.

Black Bear Bar & Grill

Rustic log building bar and grill built in 1947 on Highway 70, with a casual family atmosphere, game room, seasonal tiki bar, outdoor dining along Shishebogama Creek, playground, and 12 TVs for watching sports. Open year-round.

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.

Wiisini-Daa

Restaurant near Crandon named for the Ojibwe word meaning 'Let's Eat,' connected to the Sokaogon Chippewa Community.

The Retreat Bar

Bar on County Highway W in Presque Isle.

Phelps Hillside Restaurant

Year-round bar and restaurant at Phelps Hillside Resort on Lac Vieux Desert, known for prime rib and fish fry with scenic lake views.

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.

Ohde's Tiki Bar

Tropical-themed outdoor tiki bar attached to Pub N Prime Supper Club, serving margaritas and bar food with island-inspired decor and year-round operation.

B's Landing Bar

Friendly neighborhood bar on Lake Nokomis in Tomahawk with outdoor seating, open daily with extended hours on weekends.

The Brew Station

Alexander's Pizza

Pizza restaurant in Minocqua, WI, serving pizzas and subs with delivery and takeout options.

Racks and Rods

Bar on County Highway C in Rhinelander.

Pine Cone Cafe

Family-owned breakfast and lunch spot in Land O' Lakes serving hearty skillets, omelets, and daily specials, home of the Ultimate Breakfast Challenge with a 12-egg skillet.

Sunset Grill

American restaurant on Highway 32 in Three Lakes.

Honey Bear

A popular Eagle River restaurant on Highway 70 famous for Bloody Marys, beer-battered Friday fish fry, and a diverse menu of burgers, sandwiches, and seafood with generous portions and friendly service.

Mac's Bar

A small friendly bar on Silver Street in Hurley that opens at 6 AM for coffee, serving the locals with happy hour specials, Monday night specials, and prime rib.

Dixie Lunch

Beloved Antigo diner serving made-from-scratch breakfast, lunch, and dinner since 1945, famous for homemade pies, all-day breakfast, and Wednesday kolaches.

Shorthorns Bar & Grill

Established 1998 bar and grill on Main Street in Tomahawk serving lunch and dinner with solid bar food, pool, darts, and a jukebox.

Rhinelander Taproom

Bar serving drinks, with Rhinelander branding, operating as a taproom and restaurant.

Pine Lake Lodge

Lakeside lodge with restaurant and bar overlooking Pine Lake north of Mercer, serving steaks, prime rib, and a popular Friday fish fry with cabin rentals available.

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.

Some Nerve Brewing Company

Husband-and-wife-owned microbrewery and taphouse serving pints and sampler flights of house-brewed beer in a cozy, dog-friendly setting where guests can watch wildlife through the bay window.