Local Directory — Minocqua, Eagle River & the Northwoods
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
The Midway
ironwoodThe oldest continuously running bar in downtown Ironwood, known for made-to-order pizzas, burgers, and soup in a classic Upper Peninsula setting.
The Mill Yard
wausauBar 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.
The Mint Cafe
wausauOld-fashioned American comfort food served in a cozy room with retro details, booths & paneling.
The Morgue Coffee Co.
rhinelanderCoffee 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 Nutty Squirrel
eagle-riverCozy 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.
The Outpost
presque-isleYear-round breakfast and lunch cafe in Presque Isle on the snowmobile trail, known for biscuits and gravy, eggs Benedict, and fresh cinnamon rolls.
The Palms Supper Club
wausauHistoric 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.
The Pinery Coffee Co.
wausauSpecialty coffee shop and roaster in downtown Wausau, roasting beans on-site. Donates a percentage of proceeds to a different local nonprofit each month.
The Pines Restaurant and Beer Garden
mercerGerman restaurant and beer garden in Mercer specializing in authentic bratwurst, schnitzel, and famous pretzels for over 20 years. Features an outdoor tiki bar and music venue.
The Rhinelapus
rhinelanderFolk art monster sculpture in Monico Community Park, created in the 1940s from a massive tree root that resembled a cross between a rhino, elephant, and octopus. A beloved Northwoods oddity.
The Sawbuck
land-o-lakesCozy micro bakery and cafe in downtown Land O' Lakes serving Colectivo coffee, espresso, fresh pastries, and custom-order cakes, plus local gifts and artisan crafts.
The Twilight Supper Club and Sandman Lounge
land-o-lakes1940s hangout with American fare, a salad bar & traditional cocktails, plus nightly music.
The Velveteen Plum
wausauWausau's first rooftop restaurant and cocktail bar, offering elevated-casual dining with bold Latin flavors, eclectic wines, and stunning views of Rib Mountain.
The Vine Beer & Wine Lounge
minocquaWine and beer lounge in downtown Minocqua featuring an exclusive wine list, craft cocktails, tapas plates, and award-winning desserts. Pet-friendly outdoor patio.
Theater North
ironwoodTheatre North is among the three oldest continuously operating community theatres in the United States, founded in 1964. Located in a renovated former Coca-Cola bottling plant on Lake Street, the intimate venue has staged over 130 productions and continues to showcase plays, musicals, and other live performances year-round.
Three Lakes Chain of Lakes Paddling
three-lakesThe Three Lakes Chain is the world's largest chain of inland freshwater lakes — 28 lakes connected by navigable waterways. Outstanding paddling through diverse scenery from wide-open water to narrow channels lined with towering pines.