Local Directory — Minocqua, Eagle River & the Northwoods
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
A & A Restaurant
wausauFamily-owned restaurant on Grand Avenue opened by siblings Albion and Albiona, serving breakfast all day along with wraps, pot roast, gyros, and other comfort food from 7 AM to 8 PM daily.
A&W Restaurant
rhinelanderFamily-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.
Anthony's Ristorante
woodruffFamily-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.
Aqualand Bakery
boulder-junctionFamily-owned artisan bakery in the heart of Boulder Junction, baking fresh croissants, cookies, danishes, and hearth breads daily. Their artisan breads are also delivered to grocery stores across the Northwoods.
Bauer's Dam Resort
land-o-lakesFamily-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.
BB Jack's Antigo
antigoPizza and sandwich restaurant in Antigo with a 30-year-old handmade pizza recipe, established in 1982 by the Stimac family. Serves thin crust pizza, sandwiches, and other casual fare.
Big Shots Sports Bar and Grille
ironwoodFamily-owned 10-lane bowling center and sports bar in Ironwood with a diverse menu of fresh-baked pizza, burgers, wraps, and Friday fish fry featuring deep-fried haddock. Multiple large screens for watching games.
Birch Lake
lac-du-flambeauBirch Trail Resort is a family-owned resort located on a lakefront in the Northwoods, providing clean and cozy cabins along with various recreational activities throughout the year.
Birchwood Bar & Lodge
rhinelanderFamily-owned rustic bar and lodge on Moen Lake in Rhinelander, famous for made-to-order 12-inch pizzas, burgers, fish fry, and cheese curds. Offers lakefront cabin rentals and live entertainment, accessible by boat.
Black Bear Bar & Grill
minocquaRustic log building bar and grill built in 1947 on Highway 70, with a casual family atmosphere, game room, seasonal tiki bar, outdoor dining along Shishebogama Creek, playground, and 12 TVs for watching sports. Open year-round.
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 Brewing Co.
boulder-junctionNano-brewery and taproom on Main Street in Boulder Junction, brewing small-batch beers including red ale, cream ale, IPA, porter, and Grisette on a 5-barrel system. Features a family-friendly beer garden in summer.
Boulder Lake Campground
antigoBoulder Lake Campground, located in northern Wisconsin, offers individual and group camp sites along the shores of Boulder Lake, making it suitable for family and friend gatherings. The site provides various recreational opportunities including boating, fishing, and swimming.
Breakwater Restaurant
ironwoodFamily restaurant in Ironwood serving home-cooked meals since 2001, known for specialty burgers, wraps, fish fry, daily specials, and fresh-baked pies. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Buckshots Saloon & Eatery
eagle-riverFamily-owned saloon and eatery on Highway 45 since 2016, known for in-house smoked meats, pizza, burgers, homemade soups, Friday fish fry, and 12 TVs for watching sports. Pet-friendly with outdoor seating.
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.
Casa Mexicana Rhinelander
rhinelanderFamily-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.
Castaways Bar & Grill
tomahawkFamily-friendly bar and grill on the Wisconsin River in Tomahawk, right under the bridge from Lake Mohawksin, with outdoor seating, a private event room with water views, Friday fish fry, burgers, wings, and pizza.
Chubby's
eagle-riverFamily-friendly restaurant in Eagle River serving hearty breakfasts, lunches, and American comfort food at affordable prices.
Club 45 Bar & Grill
land-o-lakesFamily-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.
Cranberry Fest, Eagle River, WI
eagle-riverCranberry Fest is an annual event celebrating the cranberry harvest in Eagle River, featuring fresh cranberries, food, crafts, and family entertainment.
Dee Dee’s Diner
Family restaurant named Dee Dee's Diner.
DJ's Northwoods Family Restaurant
st-germainFamily-owned breakfast and lunch spot in Saint Germain rated #1 on TripAdvisor, known for fluffy pancakes, homemade dishes, and friendly service.
Eagle Baking Company
eagle-riverFamily-run bakery in downtown Eagle River for over 20 years, specializing in homemade kringles, pastries, sandwich baskets on house-baked bread, and custom wedding cakes.