Food & drink in the Wisconsin Northwoods.

Rustic Roadhaus

Northwoods bar and grill known for its famous Rustic Bomber burger and acclaimed pizza, with a dog-friendly patio and great craft beer tap selection.

Twin Pines Bar & Grill

Bar and grill on County Highway C near Rhinelander.

Aqualand Ale House

Pub and restaurant in Boulder Junction, WI offering craft beer on tap, wine, and food.

The Munch Bar & Tacos

The Lake House

Cafe on Bradley Street in Lake Tomahawk.

Yukon 51

Bar on US Highway 51 in Hurley.

Rocky Reef Brewing Company

Husband-and-wife-owned 10-barrel brewery established in 2014, offering 12 to 16 hand-crafted seasonal ales, porters, and stouts on tap in their Woodruff tasting room.

Kaig Stand

A sports bar on Highway 70 in St. Germain with daily specials, burgers, pizza, sandwiches, a volleyball league, pool, and darts, conveniently located on snowmobile and ATV trails. Open daily noon to 2 AM.

Mike's Restaurant

A locally owned Italian-American restaurant in Ironwood serving generous homemade meals and breakfast all day in a cozy nine-table setting. In business for over 30 years and ranked among Ironwood's top restaurants.

Weston House Cafe

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

Pine Lake Lodge

Lakeside lodge with restaurant and bar overlooking Pine Lake north of Mercer, serving steaks, prime rib, and a popular Friday fish fry with cabin rentals available.

3rd Shift Pub

Bar located in Rhinelander, WI.

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.

Redwood St. Roasters

Family-owned coffee roastery in Edgar founded by a Chilean winemaker-turned-roaster, using small-batch methods and cutting-edge technology for exceptional coffees and nitro cold brew.

Fifth Avenue Restaurant

Family-owned restaurant and lounge in downtown Antigo since 1985, known for its aged white cheddar burger, Friday fish fry, extensive salad bar, and Thursday Mexican night.

Smokey's Restaurant and Supper Club

Relaxed fine dining supper club nestled among soaring pines, known for prime steaks, wild-caught Canadian walleye, Alaskan salmon, and piano music during dinner.

Peking Garden

Local Chinese restaurant on Lincoln Street offering authentic cuisine with classics like General Tso's Chicken, noodles, and vegetarian options for dine-in and takeout.

Anthony's Ristorante

Family-owned Italian restaurant in Woodruff specializing in contemporary American-Italian cuisine with hand-cut Certified Angus Beef steaks, Walleye Piccata, and Seafood Alfredo, set in a charming interior reminiscent of a historic railway depot.

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.

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.

Becca’s On The Rocks

Bar on 4th Avenue in Antigo, formerly known as Never Enough.

Banquet on a Bun

Casual sandwich shop in downtown Antigo serving Vienna Beef hot dogs, Chicago-style dogs, Italian beef, burgers, steak sandwiches, and pizza puffs. Open Tuesday through Saturday.

Reif’s Bar

Bar on Neva Road south of Antigo.

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.

Lake Avenue Restaurant & Lounge

A restaurant on South Lake Avenue in Crandon with family dining and American fare.

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.

Mary's Hangout

A bar on South Tomahawk Avenue in downtown Tomahawk.

The Retreat Bar

Bar on County Highway W in Presque Isle.

The Morgue Coffee Co.

Coffee shop inside Northland Music Center in downtown Rhinelander, housed in the original 1925 Hildebrand Furniture and Undertaking Store building. Serves specialty coffee, energy drinks, and teas.

The Guide's Inn

American and European fine dining restaurant.

The Pizza Haven

Pizza restaurant serving pizza.

Bank Club Bar & Grill

Bar and grill on Silver Street in Hurley, in operation for over 35 years, conveniently located by ATV and snowmobile trails. Known for burgers and a full bar.

Ullman's Ding-A-Ling Supper Club

Beloved Northwoods supper club south of Mercer with white linen service, known for ribs, steaks, Friday fish fry, and classic after-dinner drinks like the Pink Squirrel. Reservations essential.

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.

4 Father's Pub

Neighborhood pub on Merrill Avenue opened by four friends (the "four fathers"), featuring pool tables, dart boards, TVs for watching sports, pizza, and live music.

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.

Dixie Lunch

Beloved Antigo diner serving made-from-scratch breakfast, lunch, and dinner since 1945, famous for homemade pies, all-day breakfast, and Wednesday kolaches.

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.

Norwood Pines Supper Club

Relaxed eatery serving hearty American fare & a Friday fish fry in a scenic setting with lake views.

Pinewood Supper Club

Lakefront, family-owned restaurant serving seafood, steaks & pasta in a rustic, lodge-like interior.

Back When Cafe

Farm-to-table American fare & signature martinis served in an urban-rustic space with high ceilings.

Tricia's Bistro

Cozy cafe inside Tricia's Treasures gift shop in Crandon, serving panini sandwiches, salads, espresso drinks, and smoothies. Rated #1 restaurant in Crandon on Tripadvisor.

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.

32 South Bar & Grill

Bar and grill located 2 miles east of Three Lakes near the golf course, known for burgers, homemade pizza, fish tacos, and all-day fish fry on Wednesdays and Fridays.

Red Canoe Coffee & Cocktails

St. Germain's first coffee and espresso bar, serving lattes, frappes, pastries, and savory paninis by day, and hand-crafted cocktails in the evening.

Three Sheets

Bar named Three Sheets.

Lost & Found

A bar on Nimikon Street in Montreal, Wisconsin.

Willow Wood Lodge

Bar on Willow Dam Road in Hazelhurst near Minocqua.