Food & drink in the Wisconsin Northwoods.

3rd Shift Pub

Bar located in Rhinelander, WI.

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.

Shaun's Mirage

Bar on Merrill Avenue in Wausau.

Wt Silverado

Bar on North 4th Street in Tomahawk.

Rustic Pines Pub

Northwoods bar on Highway 70 near Minocqua.

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.

Veeser's Wild Rose Pub & Grill

Pub and grill on County Road W in Wabeno near Crandon.

Kid's Korner Pizza

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

Beer Barrel

Bar on Silver Street in Hurley with nightly drink specials, the largest dance floor in town, live music on weekends, and teams for softball, volleyball, pool, darts, and bowling. Open evenings, 7 days a week.

Two Angels Family Restaurant

Home-style family restaurant in Antigo known for generous portions, humongous buttermilk pancakes, and freshly baked fruit pies. Ranked #2 restaurant in Antigo.

Ciao

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

Joany's Sidekicks

A popular bar and grill on Highway 77 in Iron Belt known for homemade food including prime rib, baby back ribs, fish fry, and homemade spinach gnocchi with a huge Friday and Saturday soup and salad bar. Home of Joany's Silk Panty Shot.

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 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.

The Nutty Squirrel

Cozy bar and grill near Eagle River with a supper club feel, known for exceptional broasted chicken, panko-breaded bluegill and perch fish fry, and homemade soups.

Wish Steakhouse

Classic American steaks, chops & seafood pair with craft beer & whiskey in unpretentious digs.

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.

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.

Southside Cafe

Cozy family restaurant on US 45 south of Antigo, formerly Linda's Truck Stop, serving hearty breakfasts with fresh-cut American fries and Friday fish fry.

Pregame Pub

Bar on North 6th Street in Wausau.

Wally's South 17 Supper Club

Supper club in Rhinelander serving prime rib, chicken parmesan, Friday fish fry, and praised appetizers like ahi tuna and baked spinach artichoke dip.

Smokin’ J’s Smokehouse Bar/Grill

Smokehouse bar serving southern-style smoked meats including burnt ends, pig shots, smoked queso, and sweet smokey wings in downtown Crandon's iconic Ducks Bar building.

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.

Pat's Tavern & Grill

Bar and grill serving American food and drinks.

Northwestern Hotel

Restaurant operating under the name Northwestern Hotel.

Winding Trail Grill & Bar

Bar and grill on County Road B in Tomahawk.

Blue Willow Cafe

Family-style diner on the west side of Wausau serving breakfast all day, known for country fried steak, oversized pancakes, homemade pie, and huge portions in a cozy northwoods atmosphere. Open Monday through Saturday.

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.

Fritz's Bar & Grill

Black Forest Pub & Grille

Historic pub and grille established in 1934, designed after the beer gardens of Germany's Black Forest. Serves traditional German fare made from scratch alongside steaks, burgers, pizza, and decadent desserts.

Aurora Borealis Restaurant

American restaurant in Manitowish Waters, WI serving breakfast, lunch, and ice cream.

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.

Albe's Bar

Bar located in Mercer, WI.

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.

LaCanne's Resort

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.

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.

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.

A & A Restaurant

Family-owned restaurant on Grand Avenue opened by siblings Albion and Albiona, serving breakfast all day along with wraps, pot roast, gyros, and other comfort food from 7 AM to 8 PM daily.

Minocqua Brewing Company

Brewpub in a historic building with house beers & shareable plates, plus Sunday brunch & live music.

Yum Yum Bowl

Restaurant on Highway 70 in Eagle River.

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.

Leif's Cafe

For over 20 years this locally owned diner has been serving American classics & skillet specials.

Claytons 1881 Room

Contemporary American restaurant in Three Lakes offering a relaxed, modern dining experience with seasonal ingredients, craft cocktails, and an outdoor patio.

Tomahawk Family Restaurant

Family dining restaurant in Tomahawk.

Sand Lake Pub

Year-round pub on the snowmobile trail surrounded by three lakes, known for walleye, cod, and perch fish fry, pork loin sandwiches, and annual fishing derbies.

Norrie Club

Community sports club and neighborhood bar established in 1932, featuring a welcoming atmosphere, affordable drinks, and sports viewing adjacent to Jake Randa Memorial Field.

Tower Cafe

Cafe in downtown Wausau serving New York City bagels flown in fresh, specialty coffee, wraps, paninis, and smoothies. Features rotating local artwork.