Food & drink in the Wisconsin Northwoods.

Uncommon Pints

Bar on Brown Boulevard in Rothschild near Wausau.

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.

Mosinee Brewing Company

A craft brewery and taproom in downtown Mosinee featuring over 16 tap beers, an outdoor beer garden, and event rental space. Open Tuesday through Saturday with extended hours on weekends.

The Velveteen Plum

Wausau's first rooftop restaurant and cocktail bar, offering elevated-casual dining with bold Latin flavors, eclectic wines, and stunning views of Rib Mountain.

The Hillside Tavern & Grill

Restaurant and bar serving pizza and grill items.

Willow Haven Bar and Grill

Bar and grill in Hazelhurst near Minocqua.

The Garage

Bar on Morning Glory Lane near Wausau.

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.

Alexander's Pizza

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

Leif's Cafe

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

Bushwood Tavern

Cozy Northwoods tavern in Boulder Junction with a John Candy Great Outdoors theme, serving handmade burgers, cheese curds, pulled pork, and fish fry in a welcoming atmosphere.

Papillon's Restaurant

Family and breakfast restaurant serving meals to diners.

El Tarasco

Toad in the Hole

Tiny scratch-made brunch spot in Eagle River seating just 20, using farm-to-table ingredients from local suppliers. Open Wednesday-Saturday, first come first served.

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.

Boulder Junction Coffee Company

Locally owned cafe on Main Street in Boulder Junction serving Colectivo coffee, espresso drinks, Lotus Energy drinks, scratch-made baked goods, breakfast burritos, and grilled cheese with free WiFi.

The Alley Lanes & Tavern

Bowling alley and bar offering lanes and tavern-style drinks.

Almond & Berry

Mother-daughter-owned gluten-free bakery and juice bar on Brown Street in Rhinelander, serving freshly baked treats including signature cinnamon rolls and Hodag muffins, plus wholesome smoothies and juices.

Nut-Zee's Bar & Resort

Bar and grill with resort accommodations in Gleason, WI.

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.

Dee Dee’s Diner

Family restaurant named Dee Dee's Diner.

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.

Slo's Pub

Lakeside pub on Big Arbor Vitae Drive welcoming snowmobiles, ATVs, and motorcycles, serving homemade pizzas, Friday fish fry, and Wednesday night specials with lake views.

The Midway

The oldest continuously running bar in downtown Ironwood, known for made-to-order pizzas, burgers, and soup in a classic Upper Peninsula setting.

Boulder Junction Brewing Co.

Nano-brewery and taproom on Main Street in Boulder Junction, brewing small-batch beers including red ale, cream ale, IPA, porter, and Grisette on a 5-barrel system. Features a family-friendly beer garden in summer.

Cool Beans Froyo Cafe

Cozy cafe in Rhinelander offering Stone Creek coffee, self-serve frozen yogurt with a toppings bar, Lotus drinks, and pizza, opened in 2025.

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.

Red Eye Brewing Company

Founded in 2007 on Washington Street in downtown Wausau, this artisan brewpub pairs small-batch craft beers with wood-fired pizzas and a from-scratch kitchen.

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.

Matt's 101 Pub

A lively pub in the heart of Wausau serving cold beer, cocktails, wings, pizza, and nachos with live music and a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. Known for the coldest beer in town.

SKÅL BAR & KITCHEN

Nordic-inspired restaurant serving small plates, dinner bowls, and seasonal desserts made from locally sourced ingredients, with a curated wine list and Nordic-inspired cocktails.

Moua's Callon Street Pub

A neighborhood pub on Callon Street in Wausau.

The Local Press Deli

Sandwich shop and deli serving pressed sandwiches and deli items.

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.

Spencer's Den

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.

Twin Pines Bar & Grill

Bar and grill on County Highway C near Rhinelander.

Minocqua Pizza Company

Pizza restaurant in Minocqua offering pizza delivery and takeaway.

Tomahawk Family Restaurant

Family dining restaurant in Tomahawk.

Ladder 715

A unique firefighter-themed bar on Hurley's Silver Street, open Wednesday through Sunday.

Yukon 51

Bar on US Highway 51 in Hurley.

The Hazelhurst Pub

Northwoods bar and grill right off Highway 51 and the Bearskin Trail in Hazelhurst, established in 2008. Known for outstanding pizza, burgers, and Wisconsin cheese curds.

Knight Gallery

An iconic downtown Rhinelander bar and nightclub operating continuously since 1973, open Friday and Saturday nights with drinks, shots, and food.

The Tiny Tap

Bar operating under the name The Tiny Tap.

Fun Factory Sweet Shoppe

Fun Factory Sweet Shoppe offers a variety of candies, chocolates, and sweet gifts, including gelato catering and fundraising opportunities for events.

Iron Nugget

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

Lil' Ole Winemaker Shoppe

A downtown Wausau wine shop since 2001 offering over 40 handcrafted wine varieties, a tasting bar, pet-friendly outdoor patio, gift shop, and free beer and wine making workshops.

The Brew Station