Food & drink in the Wisconsin Northwoods.

Doogie's Dugout

The Alley Lanes & Tavern

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

Boulder Junction Coffee Company

Locally owned cafe on Main Street in Boulder Junction serving Colectivo coffee, espresso drinks, Lotus Energy drinks, scratch-made baked goods, breakfast burritos, and grilled cheese with free WiFi.

Los Portales

A Mexican restaurant in a turquoise building on Minocqua's town square, serving a wide menu of tacos, fajitas, burritos, and seafood dishes with fresh chips, salsa, and house-made guacamole.

Papillon's Restaurant

Family and breakfast restaurant serving meals to diners.

SKÅL BAR & KITCHEN

Nordic-inspired restaurant serving small plates, dinner bowls, and seasonal desserts made from locally sourced ingredients, with a curated wine list and Nordic-inspired cocktails.

Not Bob's Bar

Friendly neighborhood bar on US 45 south of Antigo with nine TVs for sports, game day specials, homemade pizza, and appetizers.

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.

Whitetail Inn

Restaurant on Highway 70 West in St Germain.

Billy Bob's Sports Bar and Grill

Sports bar and grill near Tomahawk serving homemade burgers, Chicago-style thin pizzas, all-day Friday fish fry, Saturday prime rib, and Sunday breakfast buffet. Features outdoor patio, 6 plasma TVs, and weekday happy hour.

O'Brien's Pub

Friendly neighborhood pub on Wall Street with pool, darts, homemade Bloody Marys, and karaoke entertainment.

The Jailhouse saloon

Bar and grill on Lake Creek Road near Rhinelander.

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.

Outdoorsman Restaurant

Restaurant with an outdoors-themed name, location unknown.

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.

Reif’s Bar

Bar on Neva Road south of Antigo.

Dog 'n Suds

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

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.

J&P’S Tippling House

A modern bar and restaurant on Shrike Avenue in Wausau offering craft cocktails, fourteen rotating craft beer taps, the largest wine selection of any bar in town, and a full food menu of sandwiches, wraps, salads, and entrees with free pool and darts.

Gina's Pizzeria

Pizza restaurant offering takeaway service.

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.

Pat's Tavern & Grill

Bar and grill serving American food and drinks.

Rummy's

Bar on Orchard Drive in Rhinelander.

The Craftsman American Tavern

Tradesmen-themed restaurant and bar in downtown Eagle River specializing in Wisconsin craft burgers, local beer, and cocktails in a family-friendly Northwoods-meets-modern setting.

Loppnow's Sports Bar

A sports bar on North 3rd Street in Wausau.

Nanettes kitchen

Seasonal bakery specializing in gluten-free and traditional baked goods and confections made from scratch in small batches, plus gourmet goodies, pottery, teas, and estate coffees.

Southside Cafe

Cozy family restaurant on US 45 south of Antigo, formerly Linda's Truck Stop, serving hearty breakfasts with fresh-cut American fries and Friday fish fry.

Forestry Tap & Axe

High-end taproom near Minocqua with 20 craft beers on tap, three axe-throwing lanes, gourmet pizzas, shuffleboard, pool, and big-screen TVs for game days.

Agave Azul

Mexican restaurant located in Eagle River, WI.

Moonlighting

A sports bar on Thayer Street in Rhinelander with pool and darts.

Linda’s Truckstop

Truck stop restaurant serving meals to travelers and truckers.

Summer Ice Shanty

Restaurant operating under the name Summer Ice Shanty.

Rockin Robin's

Bar on Highway 52 in Wabeno.

The Clubhouse

Bar and grill on 1st Avenue in Woodruff.

The Buck-A-Neer

Classic Wisconsin supper club in Stratford since 1973, housed in a former blacksmith shop. Known for prime rib, steaks, and one of Central Wisconsin's largest fresh salad bars.

Boettcher's Bar

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

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.

Pack Em Inn

Bar on North Lake Avenue in downtown Crandon.

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.

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.

Wt Silverado

Bar on North 4th Street in Tomahawk.

Nevermore on Third Bar & Grille

Gothic Victorian-themed gastropub inspired by Edgar Allan Poe, featuring gourmet sliders, shareable plates, craft cocktails, and live music in an atmospheric setting with exposed tin walls and velvet curtains.

Pizza Ranch

Buffet restaurant serving pizza and chicken.

Auntie Ray's Coffee House

Coffee house in downtown Merrill opened in 2021, serving lattes, seasonal specials, breakfast, lunch, and baked goods with over 100 seats, a patio, and a cozy mix of bright and moody seating areas.

Almond & Berry

Mother-daughter-owned gluten-free bakery and juice bar on Brown Street in Rhinelander, serving freshly baked treats including signature cinnamon rolls and Hodag muffins, plus wholesome smoothies and juices.

NORTHSTAR LANES

Bowling alley and entertainment center with 16 lanes, a full menu featuring homemade soups and BBQ, 18 craft beer taps, a game room, and a banquet center for up to 400 guests.

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.

Johnny's Bar & Grill

A family-owned bar and grill on Highway 51 in Mercer serving made-from-scratch soups, gyros off the spit, the signature Oriental Beef sandwich, and a popular Friday fish fry in a Northwoods atmosphere.