Food & drink in the Wisconsin Northwoods.

Thirsty Whale

Family restaurant and bar called Thirsty Whale.

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.

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.

Bauer's Dam Resort

Family-owned bar, grill, and lakeside resort on Lower Buckatabon Lake in Conover, operating for over 50 years. Known for homemade soups, specialty burgers, chicken pot pie, and pizza, with a deck overlooking the lake.

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.

The Midway

The oldest continuously running bar in downtown Ironwood, known for made-to-order pizzas, burgers, and soup in a classic Upper Peninsula setting.

American Legion Post 480

El Tarasco

Musky Shores

Lakeside bar and grill on Squirrel Lake, known for its popular fish fry, casual atmosphere, and convenient location along the snowmobile trail.

Tom's Country Cafe

Family-owned cafe in Mercer serving home-cooked breakfast and lunch daily with friendly service and reasonable prices.

Whitetail Inn

Restaurant on Highway 70 West in St Germain.

Charlie's Lake Metonga Resort Restaurant

Restaurant and bar on the shore of Lake Metonga serving Friday fish fry, Sunday brunch, and fine dining in the evenings, with a tiki bar, firepit, and seasonal outdoor seating.

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.

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.

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.

SpiritView Lakeside

Lakeside bar and grill in Three Lakes known for its pan-fried walleye, broasted chicken, and Friday fish fry, with deck seating overlooking the lake.

Olde Suffolk Ale House

Casual Italian-American dining in a historic downtown Ironwood building since 2005, featuring Friday pan-fried tilapia, Saturday prime rib, and a selection of draft imports.

Era Cafe Rib Mountain

Sure-Wood Forest Bar & Grill

Bar, grill, and campground on Lake Alice near Tomahawk with 8 lakeside campsites. Serves prime rib, breakfast, and all-you-can-eat wings.

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.

Home Slice Pizza

A pizza spot in Mercer sharing a renovated truck stop with Liberty Way Taphouse, serving homemade pizza made with fresh dough, chicken wings with a dozen different rubs, subs, and salads for takeout and delivery.

Chanticleer Inn

This homey inn offers various units with patios or decks, plus 2 beaches, an eatery & boat rentals.

The Jailhouse saloon

Bar and grill on Lake Creek Road near Rhinelander.

Lake Avenue Restaurant & Lounge

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

Pine Tree Supper Club

Family-owned supper club established in 1963 in downtown Tomahawk, specializing in charbroiled steaks, prime rib, and seafood with a salad bar included with every entree.

Dee Dee’s Diner

Family restaurant named Dee Dee's Diner.

Wolf's Den

Newly remodeled bar and grill inside the Great Northern Motel in Mercer with views of Lake San Domingo. Serves hand-pressed burgers, Friday fish fry, and prime rib. On snowmobile and ATV trails.

Melanie Mae’s Stage Stop

A family-owned restaurant in downtown Land O' Lakes serving homemade pizzas, pasta, calzones, meatball sandwiches, and wings in a rustic, charming setting with outdoor seating and a Soda Saloon.

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.

Nut-Zee's Bar & Resort

Bar and grill with resort accommodations in Gleason, WI.

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.

Club 45 Bar & Grill

Family-owned bar and grill in Conover on the snowmobile trail, serving Chicago-style deep dish pizza, Italian beef sandwiches, and Friday fish fry since 1999.

CHAR Grillhouse

Upscale restaurant inside the Jefferson Street Inn in downtown Wausau, serving New American cuisine with expertly grilled meats and seafood, craft cocktails, and signature rubs and seasonings. Open for lunch and dinner daily.

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.

Log Cabin Cafe

A Crandon community staple for over 89 years, serving hearty American breakfast and lunch classics in a vintage diner setting with friendly service and reasonable prices.

The Clubhouse

Bar and grill on 1st Avenue in Woodruff.

Ice Shanty Drive-In

Drive-in style American restaurant and diner offering fast food, ice cream, and desserts, with miniature golf on site.

Harrison's Pub and Grill

Pub and grill serving American food and drinks.

Ting's Tamarack Tap

Bar and grill in Lake Tomahawk serving homemade brick-fired pizzas, burgers, and more with indoor and 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.

Sayner Pub

Bar and restaurant serving pizza and American food, with a sports bar atmosphere.

Kickback Grill

Bar and grill serving American food and drinks.

DJ's Northwoods Family Restaurant

Family-owned breakfast and lunch spot in Saint Germain rated #1 on TripAdvisor, known for fluffy pancakes, homemade dishes, and friendly service.

Beaver's Resort

Full-service resort on Lake of the Falls near Mercer with a bar and grill, cabin rentals, boat ramp, campsites, and Friday all-you-can-eat fish fry. Located on snowmobile trail 12 with ATV trail access.

Tomahawk Family Restaurant

Family dining restaurant in Tomahawk.

Cross Country Bar & Grill

The Palms Supper Club

Historic 1930s supper club in Weston featuring Wisconsin's first round bar, built by Frank Roller during the Great Depression. Serves steaks, seafood, and cocktails surrounded by local art.

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.