Food & drink in the Wisconsin Northwoods.

Iron Horse Inn

A sports bar and grill on Hurley's famous Silver Street with trail access, known for its bar burgers, live music and dancing on weekends, monthly meat extravaganzas, and a friendly owner who makes guests feel at home.

Sunset View Resort & Tavern

Resort tavern on Post Lake Drive near Elcho in the Antigo area.

Ciao

Italian restaurant in downtown Wausau specializing in homemade pasta, fresh seafood, oysters, and craft cocktails, with an impressive wine list.

Rhinelander Dina Mia Pizza

Pizza restaurant in Rhinelander serving pizza.

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.

TNT Nutrition

Nutrition-focused restaurant.

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.

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.

Hong Kong Buffet

Chinese buffet restaurant serving Chinese cuisine.

Wild Roots Apothecary LLC

Apothecary and wellness shop on Ross Avenue in Schofield near Wausau.

Crickets Pub & Cafe

Hodag Bites

A restaurant on Lincoln Street in Rhinelander.

J J's

A bar on Eli Avenue in Bessemer, Michigan.

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.

CT's Deli LLC

Deli and sandwich shop also serving as a wine bar and bar.

Aiello's On Wall Street

Sandwich shop located on Wall Street in Eagle River, WI.

Bortolotti's Cin Cin

Restaurant operating under the name Bortolotti's Cin Cin, location unknown.

Historic Hautala's Tavern

A historic tavern at Hautala Corner near Ironwood adorned with vintage decor, serving cold drinks, fresh pizza, and ice cream with live music events in an authentic Upper Peninsula atmosphere.

The Bar - Wausau

Sports bar on Market Street in Rothschild near Wausau.

Yukon 51

Bar on US Highway 51 in Hurley.

The Guide's Inn

American and European fine dining restaurant.

Preuss's Pub

Friendly small-town pub known for having the best burgers in the Minocqua area, with a popular Friday fish fry, homemade Bloody Marys, and outdoor seating.

Redwood St. Roasters

Family-owned coffee roastery in Edgar founded by a Chilean winemaker-turned-roaster, using small-batch methods and cutting-edge technology for exceptional coffees and nitro cold brew.

The Lake House

Cafe on Bradley Street in Lake Tomahawk.

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.

Johnny's Bar & Grill

A family-owned bar and grill on Highway 51 in Mercer serving made-from-scratch soups, gyros off the spit, the signature Oriental Beef sandwich, and a popular Friday fish fry in a Northwoods atmosphere.

Birchwood Bar & Lodge

Family-owned rustic bar and lodge on Moen Lake in Rhinelander, famous for made-to-order 12-inch pizzas, burgers, fish fry, and cheese curds. Offers lakefront cabin rentals and live entertainment, accessible by boat.

Pea Patch Motel & Saloon

Unpretentious rooms in a saloon-style venue featuring a lively bar & restaurant.

Mountain Taste Authentic Nepali & Indian Cuisine

The first restaurant to bring authentic Nepali and Indian cuisine to Wausau, serving dishes like Chicken Tikka Masala, curries, samosas, and chai.

Highland Cottage Cafe

A cozy cafe in Sugar Camp featuring organic, scratch-made brunch items, artisan espresso drinks, and baked goods, with a patio where visitors can meet the resident miniature Highland cows Latte and Macchiato.

Mary Kate's Wine Bar

Wine bar serving wine and drinks.

The Buck-A-Neer

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.

Brown Street 151

Upscale restaurant at 151 North Brown Street in Rhinelander serving steaks, shrimp, pork schnitzel, and brick oven pizzas with an extensive wine list and specialty cocktails. Open Thursday through Saturday by reservation.

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.

Red Canoe Coffee & Cocktails

St. Germain's first coffee and espresso bar, serving lattes, frappes, pastries, and savory paninis by day, and hand-crafted cocktails in the evening.

CHAR Grillhouse

Upscale restaurant inside the Jefferson Street Inn in downtown Wausau, serving New American cuisine with expertly grilled meats and seafood, craft cocktails, and signature rubs and seasonings. Open for lunch and dinner daily.

River Street Tap

Neighborhood bar on River Street in Rhinelander.

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.

Club 45 Bar & Grill

Family-owned bar and grill in Conover on the snowmobile trail, serving Chicago-style deep dish pizza, Italian beef sandwiches, and Friday fish fry since 1999.

Heart II Bar & Grill

Popular Northwoods bar and grill on Highway 70 in Woodruff known for generous portions, Friday fish fry, and a cozy atmosphere with log accents and mounted trophies.

The Timbers Bar and Grill

Bar and grill on Elbert Road in Saint Germain.

Happy Daze

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.

Burks Bar

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

Homestead On 52

A historic venue eight miles east of Wausau with over 100 years of history, originally founded in 1878. Now a rustic bar and grill with a ballroom for events, weddings, and parties, serving burgers, homemade pizzas, and weekly specials including Friday fish fry.

Three Sheets

Bar named Three Sheets.

Pine Harbor Bar

Neighborhood bar on Trails End Road in Rhinelander.

3rd Shift Pub

Bar located in Rhinelander, WI.