Food & drink in the Wisconsin Northwoods.

Doogie's Dugout

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.

Melody Mill

A bar and grill on Highway 45 near Aniwa known for one of the best Wisconsin fish frys with homemade German potato salad, outstanding pizza, and popular Sunday chicken dinners. Reopened in 2010 after a fire.

Kylies Kaffiene bar

A small coffee bar inside Reincarnation Resale in Rhinelander, serving Lotus drinks, mochas, lattes, frappes, matcha, fruit tea, and ice cream.

MarLi's Bar

A newly remodeled Northwoods bar and grill in Sayner serving broasted chicken, haddock fish fry, BBQ ribs, ribeye steak, and the loaded bomber burger. Open select days for dinner with takeout available.

Great Northern Coffee Traders

Gourmet coffee house in downtown Minocqua serving 100% organic coffee and tea, all-natural pastries, breakfast and lunch items, in a cozy cabin-style atmosphere with local artwork.

Milwaukee Burger Company - Wausau

Easygoing standby serving handcrafted burgers & many beers on tap, plus shakes, wings & cocktails.

Sweetwater Spirits & Resort

Bar, grill, and resort on Duck Lake accessible by car, boat, or snowmobile. Features a large outdoor deck and live music stage with American pub fare.

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.

Knight Gallery

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

Northwoods Inn

Family-owned restaurant and convenience stop on Highway 55 since 1996, with a newly remodeled dining room, Bucktails Lounge, outdoor patio, and Shell fuel station.

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.

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.

Buckshots Saloon & Eatery

Family-owned saloon and eatery on Highway 45 since 2016, known for in-house smoked meats, pizza, burgers, homemade soups, Friday fish fry, and 12 TVs for watching sports. Pet-friendly with outdoor seating.

Sportsmen's Chalet

Family-friendly bar and restaurant along the Wisconsin River since 1981, accessible by boat, canoe, or kayak. Features wildlife mounts, antiques, and hand-carved wood carvings.

Rigoni's Inn

Family-owned bar and restaurant for over 89 years with a fourth-generation owner, famous for its Friday fish fry served for over 70 years and Italian-American dinner buffets.

Suffolk Street Eatery

Bistro diner in downtown Ironwood focused on fresh, quality food including homemade soups, wraps, deli sandwiches, paninis, and crafted salad bowls.

Rhinelander Brewing Company

Historic brewery originally founded in 1882, revived in 2009 with a downtown taproom featuring up to 14 rotating taps, including microbrewed craft beers and the famous Rhinelander 'Shorty' 7-ounce bottles.

Boomba Bar & Grill

Bar and grill established in 1964 on the northwest corner of Lake Nokomis between Tomahawk and the Willow Flowage, known for homemade pizza, patty melts, Friday fish fry, Wednesday wings, and a covered porch for outdoor dining.

Thunderbird Bar & Grill

Bar and grill on Parkway Drive in Saint Germain.

Wausau Mine Company

Family-friendly spot styled as a gold-mine shaft featuring Italian & American fare plus a game room.

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.

Sorella

Artfully crafted regional Italian restaurant and sister to Ciao in Wausau, featuring fresh house-made pasta, oysters, and fish flown in weekly, plus an extensive wine list.

Tribute Brewing Co.

Eagle River craft brewery established in 2012, brewing beers inspired by local folklore. Gold medal winner at the Great American Beer Fest 2018 for their jalapeno wheat beer.

Eagle River Roasters

Small-batch artisan coffee roastery and coffee house in Eagle River with specialty drinks, cafe sandwiches, a drive-thru, and free WiFi.

Lake Tomahawk Village Cafe & Pub

A small-town cafe on Bradley Street in Lake Tomahawk serving breakfast and lunch all day with homemade comfort food, popular Friday all-you-can-eat haddock fish fry, and acclaimed Bloody Marys.

Birch Lake Bar & Resort

Mary's Hangout

A bar on South Tomahawk Avenue in downtown Tomahawk.

Holly's

A bar and grill north of Tomahawk near Lake Nokomis serving gourmet burgers, artisanal flatbreads, and crafted cocktails in a lively atmosphere with bar games and dancing.

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.

Munchies to Go!

A casual takeout spot in downtown Lac du Flambeau serving sandwiches, hot dogs, and snacks at reasonable prices, with in-store pickup available.

The Alley Lanes & Tavern

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

Branding Iron Steakhouse & saloon

Steakhouse and saloon on Silver Street in Hurley serving freshly cut steaks and burgers, gyros carved off the spit, pastas, and margaritas on tap. Known for Tuesday taco bar and Friday fish fry.

Loppnow's Sports Bar

A sports bar on North 3rd Street in Wausau.

Outdoorsman Restaurant

Restaurant with an outdoors-themed name, location unknown.

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.

BROTHERMANZ BAR

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

Buzzed too

Drive-thru coffee and dirty soda shop in the heart of Wausau, serving espresso drinks and handcrafted sodas mixed with cream and flavored syrups. A sister concept to the downtown Buzzed plant and coffee shop.

Cold Iron Brewing

Craft brewery in downtown Ironwood brewing small-batch beers since 2017, with foosball, ping pong, shuffleboard, live music, and a dog-friendly patio. BYOF (bring your own food).

Dee Dee’s Diner

Family restaurant named Dee Dee's Diner.

Up North Nutrition

Nutrition and wellness center offering health-focused food and supplement products.

The Vine Beer & Wine Lounge

Wine and beer lounge in downtown Minocqua featuring an exclusive wine list, craft cocktails, tapas plates, and award-winning desserts. Pet-friendly outdoor patio.

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.

Weston House Cafe

Wellness-focused cafe in Schofield specializing in acai bowls, superfood smoothies, wraps, salads, espresso, and hand-scooped ice cream. Established 2024.

Casa Mexicana Rhinelander

Family-friendly Mexican restaurant on Lincoln Street in Rhinelander established in 2001, serving authentic Mexican cuisine, seafood, vegetarian, and gluten-free options with a La Cantina Bar for cocktails and game days.

Cross Country Bar & Grill

McGann’s Pub & Wine Bar

An Irish pub in downtown Boulder Junction with a cozy fireplace and large outdoor patio, serving select wines, six microbrews on tap, a wide bottle selection, and seasonal homemade pizza and appetizers.

Campfire Coffee & Creamery

Year-round coffee and ice cream shop on Lincoln Street serving organic Fair Trade espresso, Chocolate Shoppe ice cream from Madison, 100% fruit smoothies, and locally made gourmet cookies. Outdoor seating and WiFi available.