Food & drink in the Wisconsin Northwoods.

Legends Bar

A welcoming bar on Highway 47 in Lac du Flambeau with pool tables, darts, live music, and sports on TV, open nightly with drinks and dancing in a friendly community atmosphere.

Racks and Rods

Bar on County Highway C in Rhinelander.

Bootleggers

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.

Rigoni's Bakery

Family-owned bakery operating since 1972, known for from-scratch baked goods, famous pasties, fresh donuts, cookies, breads, and great coffee in downtown Ironwood.

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.

Westsider Diner & Lounge

Neighborhood diner and lounge on Wausau's west side, reborn from a 1920s-era diner. Serves breakfast, burgers, curds, and craft cocktails with outdoor seating.

Alexander's Pizza

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

The Munch Bar & Tacos

The Boathouse

American restaurant and bar serving food and drinks.

Lakeside Grill

Bar and grill serving food and drinks.

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.

Aqualand Bakery

Family-owned artisan bakery in the heart of Boulder Junction, baking fresh croissants, cookies, danishes, and hearth breads daily. Their artisan breads are also delivered to grocery stores across the Northwoods.

Boulder Beer Bar

Iconic Boulder Junction bar since 1948, now under Aberdeen Kitchens ownership, serving scratch-made burgers, sandwiches, pizza, wings, homemade soups, and a popular Friday fish fry with a full bar and games for all ages.

Pine Tree Supper Club

Family-owned supper club established in 1963 in downtown Tomahawk, specializing in charbroiled steaks, prime rib, and seafood with a salad bar included with every entree.

Hunan Chinese Restaurant

Chinese restaurant serving Hunan-style cuisine.

Twin Pines Bar & Grill

Bar and grill on County Highway C near Rhinelander.

Big Daddy's

Self-described "Burger Happiness Emporium, Air Conditioned Cocktail Lounge, and Pizzeria" in downtown Rhinelander. Known for gourmet burgers (including the signature Jack Burger), made-to-order pizza, and scratch-made appetizers with full food menu until last call.

Fibbers Bar and Restaurant

Casual lakeside restaurant on Big St. Germain Lake open year-round, known for Friday fish fry, prime rib, broasted chicken, and an outdoor deck with lake views.

Tom's Country Cafe

Family-owned cafe in Mercer serving home-cooked breakfast and lunch daily with friendly service and reasonable prices.

Speakeasy

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.

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.

Wolff's River Inn

Family-owned Wisconsin supper club in Elcho since 1973, known for exceptional prime rib, steaks, fish fry, and old-fashioneds in a classic bar-side ordering format.

Manny's Parkside

Restaurant named Manny's Parkside.

Sunrise Bar

Bar on Highway 52 near Wausau.

Uncommon Pints

Bar on Brown Boulevard in Rothschild near Wausau.

Home Slice Pizza

A pizza spot in Mercer sharing a renovated truck stop with Liberty Way Taphouse, serving homemade pizza made with fresh dough, chicken wings with a dozen different rubs, subs, and salads for takeout and delivery.

Silver Birch Supper Club

Classic Northwoods supper club built on the shores of Half Moon Lake, serving steaks, seafood, and BBQ ribs for over 100 years with lake views year-round.

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.

Boettcher's Bar

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

Pat's Tavern & Grill

Bar and grill serving American food and drinks.

Three Coins Dining Room at Holiday Acres

American restaurant operating as part of the Holiday Acres resort or property.

Bad Bones BBQ

Barbecue restaurant located in Arbor Vitae, WI.

Lumpy's Bar & Grill

A sports bar on Highway 45 overlooking Catfish Lake, two miles south of Eagle River, with more TVs than anywhere in town, Friday fish fry, Saturday prime rib, and an extensive menu of burgers, wraps, and appetizers.

Minocqua Pizza Company

Pizza restaurant in Minocqua offering pizza delivery and takeaway.

The Palms Supper Club

Historic 1930s supper club in Weston featuring Wisconsin's first round bar, built by Frank Roller during the Great Depression. Serves steaks, seafood, and cocktails surrounded by local art.

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.

Nut-Zee's Bar & Resort

Bar and grill with resort accommodations in Gleason, WI.

Gin Mill

Bar named Gin Mill.

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.

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.

Rue Brew Coffee Co.

Small-batch coffee roaster near Wausau offering specialty blends available online and at local retailers.

Marty's Place North

A classic Northwoods supper club on Highway 51 in Arbor Vitae, operated by the Cady family since 1982, featuring an extensive menu of steaks, seafood, and American favorites with a piano player during dinner and stone fireplaces.

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.

Moua's Callon Street Pub

A neighborhood pub on Callon Street in Wausau.

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.

House Of Dogs

Hot dog restaurant serving American food.