Local Directory — Minocqua, Eagle River & the Northwoods
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
6th Street Filling Station
wausauLocally owned breakfast and lunch cafe in a converted service station, known for scratch-made cooking including fresh-baked breads, cinnamon rolls, eggs Benedict, and potato pancakes. Open Tuesday through Sunday.
7 Brew Coffee
wausauDrive-thru coffee stand offering over 20,000 unique drink combinations including coffee beverages, infused energy drinks, Italian sodas, smoothies, teas, and milkshakes. Part of the national 7 Brew chain.
Auntie Ray's Coffee House
merrillCoffee 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.
Blue Willow Cafe
wausauFamily-style diner on the west side of Wausau serving breakfast all day, known for country fried steak, oversized pancakes, homemade pie, and huge portions in a cozy northwoods atmosphere. Open Monday through Saturday.
Boulder Junction Coffee Company
boulder-junctionLocally 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.
Buzzed too
wausauDrive-thru coffee and dirty soda shop in the heart of Wausau, serving espresso drinks and handcrafted sodas mixed with cream and flavored syrups. A sister concept to the downtown Buzzed plant and coffee shop.
Cafe Sonder
minocquaFamily-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.
Campfire Coffee & Creamery
rhinelanderYear-round coffee and ice cream shop on Lincoln Street serving organic Fair Trade espresso, Chocolate Shoppe ice cream from Madison, 100% fruit smoothies, and locally made gourmet cookies. Outdoor seating and WiFi available.
Cool Beans Froyo Cafe
rhinelanderCozy cafe in Rhinelander offering Stone Creek coffee, self-serve frozen yogurt with a toppings bar, Lotus drinks, and pizza, opened in 2025.
Crimson Cafe
rhinelanderVibrant cafe in downtown Rhinelander specializing in East Indian and Asian-inspired dishes alongside specialty coffees, boba drinks, paninis, and craft cocktails.
Deja Brew Coffee & More
three-lakesCozy coffee shop in downtown Three Lakes serving locally roasted coffee, organic teas, handcrafted sandwiches, and bakery items from Eagle Baking Company, with a dog-friendly patio.
Dixie's Coffee House
manitowish-watersCharming lakeside coffee house on Vance Lake in Manitowish Waters serving locally roasted coffee, paninis, and baked goods, with a deck, dock seating, and direct access to the Heart of Vilas Bike Trail.
Eagle River Roasters
eagle-riverSmall-batch artisan coffee roastery and coffee house in Eagle River with specialty drinks, cafe sandwiches, a drive-thru, and free WiFi.
Great Northern Coffee Traders
minocquaGourmet coffee house in downtown Minocqua serving 100% organic coffee and tea, all-natural pastries, breakfast and lunch items, in a cozy cabin-style atmosphere with local artwork.
Highland Cottage Cafe
rhinelanderA cozy cafe in Sugar Camp featuring organic, scratch-made brunch items, artisan espresso drinks, and baked goods, with a patio where visitors can meet the resident miniature Highland cows Latte and Macchiato.
Jamie's Java
st-germainA drive-through coffee shop in St. Germain offering over 60 assorted hot and cold beverages, espresso drinks, Lotus energy drinks, baked goods including cranberry scones and cinnamon rolls, plus gifts. Open weekday mornings.
Kylies Kaffiene bar
rhinelanderA small coffee bar inside Reincarnation Resale in Rhinelander, serving Lotus drinks, mochas, lattes, frappes, matcha, fruit tea, and ice cream.
Lake Tomahawk Village Cafe & Pub
lake-tomahawkA small-town cafe on Bradley Street in Lake Tomahawk serving breakfast and lunch all day with homemade comfort food, popular Friday all-you-can-eat haddock fish fry, and acclaimed Bloody Marys.
Nanettes kitchen
minocquaSeasonal 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.
Northern Grounds
rhinelanderDrive-through coffeehouse offering hand-crafted espresso drinks, cold brew, frappes, Lotus Energy fusions, and locally baked pastries.
Red Canoe Coffee & Cocktails
st-germainSt. Germain's first coffee and espresso bar, serving lattes, frappes, pastries, and savory paninis by day, and hand-crafted cocktails in the evening.