Food & drink in the Wisconsin Northwoods.

Aqualand Ale House

Pub and restaurant in Boulder Junction, WI offering craft beer on tap, wine, and food.

Ting's Tamarack Tap

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

Murmuring Waters Lodge

A Northwoods bar and grill on Lost Lake in St. Germain since the 1920s, offering pub fare, daily specials, and fish fry with lake views and snowmobile trail access.

SpiritView Lakeside

Lakeside bar and grill in Three Lakes known for its pan-fried walleye, broasted chicken, and Friday fish fry, with deck seating overlooking the lake.

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.

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.

Green Table Market

Night School Night Club and Venue

Nightclub and event venue offering live music, DJ sets, dancing, and a full restaurant and bar, with a mission to provide a safe and welcoming environment for all.

The Shillelagh

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.

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.

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.

Sunset View Resort & Tavern

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

Lida's Breakfast & Lunch

A popular breakfast and lunch spot in Minocqua serving freshly prepared meals with classic favorites like fluffy pancakes, hearty omelets, and tasty sandwiches, with vegetarian and gluten-free options available.

The Sawbuck

Cozy micro bakery and cafe in downtown Land O' Lakes serving Colectivo coffee, espresso, fresh pastries, and custom-order cakes, plus local gifts and artisan crafts.

Pirates Hideaway

Pirate ship cruises on the world's largest inland chain of freshwater lakes, plus a lakeside tiki bar, woodfired pizza, ice cream shop, and live entertainment.

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.

P I Yacht Club LLC

Casual bar and grill overlooking Walleye Rearing ponds in Presque Isle, offering homemade soups, sandwiches, bar games, and multiple TVs for sports viewing.

Eddie B's White Spruce Inn

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

Opi's Pine Isle

The Mint Cafe

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

El Tequila

Great Escape Bar & Resort

Lakeside bar and grill on North Twin Lake in Phelps with cabin rentals, homemade pizza, broasted chicken, Friday fish fry, and snowmobile trail access in winter.

Brite Spot 1

Bar on Poplar Street in Hurley with beer, pizza, pull tabs, a laundromat, and dog wash under one roof. Hosts occasional live music events.

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.

Timekeeper Distillery

Craft distillery and lounge in Wausau's iconic 1901 Milwaukee Road Train Depot, specializing in hand-crafted vodka, gin, bourbon, whiskey, brandy, and signature cocktails.

Truck's Place Restaurant Antigo

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.

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.

Spang's Italian Restaurant

Northern Wisconsin's oldest pizzeria, serving homemade Italian and American cuisine since 1972. Known for all-you-can-eat spaghetti and Friday Atlantic cod.

Era Cafe Arbor Vitae

ERA Café Arbor Vitae offers breakfast and brunch served all day, alongside handcrafted burgers, wraps, melts, and salads.

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.

Wolf's Den

Newly remodeled bar and grill inside the Great Northern Motel in Mercer with views of Lake San Domingo. Serves hand-pressed burgers, Friday fish fry, and prime rib. On snowmobile and ATV trails.

Howling Dog Saloon

A historic Northwoods dive bar on Highway 51 in Manitowish Waters with over 100 years of history, serving cold beers and crafted cocktails with live music and a dog-friendly covered patio.

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.

The Loop Hole LLC

Bar and grill on County L near Tomahawk.

Pickles Bar & Grill LLC

Laid-back bar and grill and 2024 winner of the Wisconsin Beef Council's Best Burger in Wisconsin, located on ATV and snowmobile routes near Hazelhurst.

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.

Beer:30

Dive bar on Dorr Street in Antigo known for cheap beer, pool table, dart board, and a loyal following of regulars. Separate smoking and nonsmoking areas.

BROTHERMANZ BAR

Downtown sports bar on Wall Street in Eagle River with happy hour Monday through Friday from 3 to 6 PM.

Minocqua Pizza Company

Pizza restaurant in Minocqua offering pizza delivery and takeaway.

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.

The Boathouse

American restaurant and bar serving food and drinks.

Dublin's Mimosas

Dublin's Mimosas offers a diverse menu of Irish cuisine and drinks, featuring a variety of beers and whiskeys in a scenic location overlooking North Twin Lake.

Moondance Bar & Grill

A bar and grill on Highway 17 in Sugar Camp north of Rhinelander, known for its traditional Wisconsin fish fry, prime rib served every night, and a gorgeous lake view with historical photos of Sugar Camp on the walls.

Rock and Brews

Bar in Wabeno on Highway 32.

Becca’s On The Rocks

Bar on 4th Avenue in Antigo, formerly known as Never Enough.

Tine & Cellar

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.

Five One Bar & Grill

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.