Food & drink in the Wisconsin Northwoods.

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.

The Clubhouse Bar & Grill @ Timber Ridge

Bar and grill restaurant located at Timber Ridge.

Iron Nugget

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

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.

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.

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.

The Flame Bar and Grill

Reimagined sports bar in downtown Lac du Flambeau with 40 years of smoked meats experience. Known for pizza, wings, burgers, and must-try Indian Fry Bread with honey butter.

Dog 'n Suds

Fast food restaurant operating under the Dog 'n Suds brand, known for hot dogs and root beer.

A&W Restaurant

Family-friendly fast food restaurant on Lincoln Street in Rhinelander serving A&W classics including 100% beef burgers, hand-breaded chicken tenders, Coney dogs, cheese curds, and signature root beer floats. Open daily 10 AM to 10 PM.

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.

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.

Bad Bones BBQ

Barbecue restaurant located in Arbor Vitae, WI.

Swartzendruber's Supper Club

Swartzendruber's Supper Club is a family-owned restaurant and bar located in Antigo, Wisconsin, offering a full dinner menu and a renowned salad bar. It provides private dining for events and serves cocktails in a casual atmosphere.

Liberty Way Tap House

A craft beer bar in Mercer with 20 rotating taps, top-shelf bourbons, whiskeys, wines, and craft cocktails in a renovated truck stop space with pub games. Shares the building with Home Slice Pizza.

Tilted Loon Saloon

Lakeside bar and grill on Lake Nokomis in Tomahawk, open year-round with fish fry available daily. Accessible by land or lake, with boat and snowmobile gas on-site.

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.

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.

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.

Brite Spot 1

Bar on Poplar Street in Hurley with beer, pizza, pull tabs, a laundromat, and dog wash under one roof. Hosts occasional live music events.

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.

19th Hole Sports Bar & Grill

Lodgelike sports bar with billiards, darts & some arcade games, plus a 9-hole miniature golf course.

Rhinelander Taproom

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

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.

Truck's Place Restaurant Antigo

Family dining destination in Antigo open daily from 6 AM, offering a diverse menu spanning breakfast, American classics, Mexican cuisine, and Italian specialties with homemade pies.

Wiisini-Daa

Restaurant near Crandon named for the Ojibwe word meaning 'Let's Eat,' connected to the Sokaogon Chippewa Community.

Richard's Restaurant & Bar

Family-owned supper club serving homemade recipes for over 35 years, known for steak dinners, Friday fish fry, and Saturday prime rib buffet.

Northern Exposure

Bar and restaurant established in 2001 serving homemade pizza, breakfast and dinner buffets, and daily specials including Friday night fish fry, with pool and darts available.

Whitetail Inn

Restaurant on Highway 70 West in St Germain.

Smugglers Lounge

Longtime Eagle River dive bar dubbed the Horseradish King, famous for smashed burgers, homemade horseradish, pizza, and daily specials.

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.

Rue Brew Coffee Co.

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

Tucknee Coffee Company

Craft coffeehouse in downtown Wausau known for quality espresso, homemade burritos, scones, and vegan-friendly options. Hosts art, D&D nights, and community events.

The Pizza Haven

Pizza restaurant serving pizza.

Green Table Market

The Twilight Supper Club and Sandman Lounge

1940s hangout with American fare, a salad bar & traditional cocktails, plus nightly music.

Linda’s Truckstop

Truck stop restaurant serving meals to travelers and truckers.

Uptown Cafe

Classic diner in Ironwood serving breakfast all day starting at 5 AM, known for full-plate pancakes, chicken fried steak, omelets, and Friday fish fry.

Outdoorsman Restaurant

Restaurant with an outdoors-themed name, location unknown.

Thirsty Whale

Family restaurant and bar called Thirsty Whale.

Ciao

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

T Murtaugh's Pub And Eatery

Traditional Irish pub in downtown Minocqua, home of the famous Reuben sandwich. Serves deli-style and grilled sandwiches with an all-you-can-eat Friday fish fry.

Lakeside Grill

Bar and grill serving food and drinks.

Heart Breakers

Bar and grill in Antigo renowned for its Friday fish fry with expertly prepared baked and fried fish, plus steaks and a gorgonzola-topped tenderloin.

Bucketheads Sports Bar & Grill

Easygoing tavern with a rustic bar offering typical pub grub & draft beer, plus pool & darts.

The Boathouse

American restaurant and bar serving food and drinks.

Bear Chasers Lodge Bar &Grill

Lakeside bar and grill on the south shore of Island Lake where snowmobile trails 9 and 11 meet, serving famous burgers and wood-fired pizzas. Also offers lodging rooms, a game room, gas, and a gift shop.

Shaun's Mirage

Bar on Merrill Avenue in Wausau.

Moondance Bar & Grill

A bar and grill on Highway 17 in Sugar Camp north of Rhinelander, known for its traditional Wisconsin fish fry, prime rib served every night, and a gorgeous lake view with historical photos of Sugar Camp on the walls.