Food & drink in the Wisconsin Northwoods.

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.

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.

Riverside Pub

Pub on Riverside Road near Pearson in Forest County.

Town Pump Bar and Grill

Bar and grill on US Highway 8 near Rhinelander.

Never Enough

Neighborhood bar on 4th Avenue in Antigo.

Van Acre

Upscale-casual restaurant inside Hilton Garden Inn Wausau, serving wood-fired steaks, seasonal small plates, and creative cocktails. Features fireside booths and seasonal igloo dining.

Nui Thai House

Thai restaurant also operating as a café and food store.

Bucko's Saloon

Saloon on Silver Street in Hurley with a full bar, pool table, jukebox, live music, karaoke, and outdoor seating. Open 7 days a week.

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.

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.

Anthony's Ristorante

Family-owned Italian restaurant in Woodruff specializing in contemporary American-Italian cuisine with hand-cut Certified Angus Beef steaks, Walleye Piccata, and Seafood Alfredo, set in a charming interior reminiscent of a historic railway depot.

Rosati’s Pizza

Pizza restaurant serving pizza and related fare.

Sawmill Brewing Company

Community craft brewery in a renovated 1940s DNR Ranger Station, with 16 taps of house-brewed beer using locally sourced ingredients, including their bestselling Rip Saw Irish Ale.

Rhinelander Taproom

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

Summer Ice Shanty

Restaurant operating under the name Summer Ice Shanty.

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.

House Of Dogs

Hot dog restaurant serving American food.

Auntie Taya's

Drive-thru and dine-in coffee shop on East Wausau Avenue serving made-to-order sandwiches, burgers, mac and cheese bowls, baked goods, and coffee with gluten-free and vegan options available.

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.

The Outpost

Year-round breakfast and lunch cafe in Presque Isle on the snowmobile trail, known for biscuits and gravy, eggs Benedict, and fresh cinnamon rolls.

Floyd's Timber Tavern

Iron Nugget

Family-friendly bar & American kitchen offering hearty dishes & craft beer in a warm atmosphere.

Reds Country Inn Bar & Grill

Scratch kitchen serving farm-to-table breakfast, steaks, and seafood with craft cocktails and bourbons for over three decades, rated one of the top restaurants in Pickerel.

Intermission Bar

A downtown Wausau bar known for its vibrant atmosphere and free live music five nights a week featuring Midwest musicians. Famous for selling more Jameson than any other bar in Wisconsin.

Andy's Pontoon Saloon

Bar located in Eagle River, WI.

32 South Bar & Grill

Bar and grill located 2 miles east of Three Lakes near the golf course, known for burgers, homemade pizza, fish tacos, and all-day fish fry on Wednesdays and Fridays.

Last Cast Bar & Grill

A cozy Eagle River restaurant serving homemade food including popular Crab Rangoon Nachos, Italian Beef Sandwiches, a praised Mushroom Swiss Burger, and Friday fish fry.

Kid's Korner Pizza

Family pizza restaurant offering pizza and sandwiches for dine-in and takeaway.

Bootleggers

Pit Stop Bar & Grill

Local bar and grill in Bessemer serving comfort food including hand-made patty melts, burgers, and fried fish in a cozy setting with a fireplace and big-screen TVs.

The Hillside Tavern & Grill

Restaurant and bar serving pizza and grill items.

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.

Rodney’s at 436 Main

Rodney’s at 436 Main is located in downtown Presque Isle inside the historic Northeastland Hotel, offering locally sourced ingredients in a warm setting for dining and cocktails.

Uncommon Pints

Bar on Brown Boulevard in Rothschild near Wausau.

Northwestern Hotel

Restaurant operating under the name Northwestern Hotel.

Shamrock Pub N' Eatery

Award-winning upscale pub serving creative Northwoods fare for over 50 years, known for pressure-fried chicken, flatbreads, Friday fish fry, and Saturday prime rib.

Los Portales

A Mexican restaurant in a turquoise building on Minocqua's town square, serving a wide menu of tacos, fajitas, burritos, and seafood dishes with fresh chips, salsa, and house-made guacamole.

Tavern on the Loop

Bar and grill on Big Lake Loop Road in Three Lakes.

Boettcher's Bar

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

Opi's Pine Isle

Flick’s Resort, Bar & Grill

Flick’s Resort, Bar & Grill in Rhinelander, WI, combines a serene lakeside retreat with vibrant dining offerings, featuring locally sourced dishes in a comfortable setting.

Bottoms Up Bar & Grill

Bar and grill on Lake Alice in Tomahawk with a beautiful outdoor patio and boat landing, serving comfort food including 14 oz baked haddock, with pool, darts, and shuffleboard. Open 7 days a week.

Friendship House Family Restaurant

Old-school American eatery in a strip mall serving hearty comfort food classics all day.

NORTHSTAR LANES

Bowling alley and entertainment center with 16 lanes, a full menu featuring homemade soups and BBQ, 18 craft beer taps, a game room, and a banquet center for up to 400 guests.

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.

Hotel Crandon Restaurant and Bar

A Crandon institution since 1929 on the Nicolet-Wolf River Scenic Byway, serving breakfast all day, lunch, and Friday fish fry with fresh baked bread, hand-cut steaks, and ten craft beers on tap.

Ullman's Ding-A-Ling Supper Club

Beloved Northwoods supper club south of Mercer with white linen service, known for ribs, steaks, Friday fish fry, and classic after-dinner drinks like the Pink Squirrel. Reservations essential.

Erbert & Gerbert's

Erbert & Gerbert's is a sandwich shop offering subs, soups, catering, and delivery.