Food & drink in the Wisconsin Northwoods.

Bootleggers

Northfork Fin & Filet

American grill featuring locally sourced ingredients, scratch cocktails, and homemade desserts, known for expertly charred filets, duck wontons, and an extensive cocktail menu.

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.

Tilly’s

Organic and locally sourced breakfast and lunch cafe in downtown Rhinelander, serving Ruby Coffee Roasters espresso, Rishi teas, and a scratch-made seasonal menu.

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.

The Upper Block Sports Bar and Grill

Sports bar and grill on Silver Street in Hurley.

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.

Burks Bar

Relaxed neighborhood bar on Stewart Avenue in Wausau featuring craft beer, cocktails, food, TV sports, and outdoor seating. Open daily.

The Daily Grind

Popular coffee shop in Eagle River serving Colectivo espresso, Lotus Energy drinks, breakfast, lunch, acai bowls, and locally made bakery items.

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.

The Boathouse

American restaurant and bar serving food and drinks.

Kylies Kaffiene bar

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

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.

Brown Street 151

Upscale restaurant at 151 North Brown Street in Rhinelander serving steaks, shrimp, pork schnitzel, and brick oven pizzas with an extensive wine list and specialty cocktails. Open Thursday through Saturday by reservation.

Kid's Korner Pizza

Family pizza restaurant offering pizza and sandwiches for dine-in and takeaway.

Friendship House Family Restaurant

Old-school American eatery in a strip mall serving hearty comfort food classics all day.

Chubby's

Family-friendly restaurant in Eagle River serving hearty breakfasts, lunches, and American comfort food at affordable prices.

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.

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.

Bent's Camp Resort

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.

Pine & Pour Coffee Company

Coffee shop on Wall Street in Eagle River.

Bucko's Saloon

Saloon on Silver Street in Hurley with a full bar, pool table, jukebox, live music, karaoke, and outdoor seating. Open 7 days a week.

The Heid Out Bar and Grill

Prohibition-era-inspired bar and grill in Eagle River serving classic burgers, hearty sandwiches, thin crust Chicago Tavern pizza, and craft cocktails.

Knocker's Pizza Company Inc.

A St. Germain favorite serving homemade pizza, soups, salads, chili, and over 20 deli sandwiches and burgers, including the famous Big Pig BLT with a pound of bacon. Features Friday fish fry, a game room, and gluten-free options.

Aftershock Bar & Grill

Bar and grill on Lenard Street in Wausau with fish fry, burgers, pool, darts, bags, outdoor patio, and a banquet hall available for private events. Opens daily at 2 PM (noon on weekends).

White Stag Inn

Steakhouse restaurant.

Becca’s On The Rocks

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

Cleveland's Clubhouse at Beaver Lodge

Simple accommodations in a relaxed lodge close to a lake, offering a restaurant/bar & free parking.

Our Place Cafe

Family-run breakfast and lunch diner known for standout Eggs Benedict, corned beef hash, and pancakes, plus weekend all-you-can-eat breakfast buffets.

Shamrock Pub N' Eatery

Award-winning upscale pub serving creative Northwoods fare for over 50 years, known for pressure-fried chicken, flatbreads, Friday fish fry, and Saturday prime rib.

Green Table Market

Wiisini-Daa

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

El Tequila

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.

Rockin Robin's

Bar on Highway 52 in Wabeno.

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.

P I Yacht Club LLC

Casual bar and grill overlooking Walleye Rearing ponds in Presque Isle, offering homemade soups, sandwiches, bar games, and multiple TVs for sports viewing.

Five One Bar & Grill

Pizza Ranch

Buffet restaurant serving pizza and chicken.

Eats and Treats

Restaurant serving food and treats.

The Mill Yard

Bar and grill north of Wausau serving broasted chicken, Fish Fry Fridays, burgers, and ribs with arcade games, pool, darts, mini golf, and a party room.

J J's

A bar on Eli Avenue in Bessemer, Michigan.

Howling Dog Saloon

A historic Northwoods dive bar on Highway 51 in Manitowish Waters with over 100 years of history, serving cold beers and crafted cocktails with live music and a dog-friendly covered patio.

The Mint Cafe

Old-fashioned American comfort food served in a cozy room with retro details, booths & paneling.

Sharon's Coffee Company

Family-run cafe on famous Silver Street serving breakfast, lunch, gourmet coffee drinks, bakery items, and grab-and-go deli options since 1997, plus a gift and wine selection.

Cafe Sonder

Family-run cafe serving homemade breakfast and lunch with house-made baked goods, Colectivo coffee, espresso drinks, Rishi teas, and fresh fruit smoothies. Known for generous portions and the popular breakfast burrito.

Floyd's Timber Tavern