Decided to branch out from the usual Fish Fry spot to check out White Tail's since getting a new…read morechef. We went for a decently early dinner and were able to make reservations as well which made it very convenient. We were seated promptly and our waitress was very kind. I also appreciate a place that knows how to make a good old fashioned and has a nice salad bar! That's the true north woods experience. White Tail remains absolutely beautiful and charming as it always has, this building is historic and there's truly nothing like the ambiance in there especially with the live piano. The Ahi Tuna small plate was delicious. I wouldn't consider it a "small plate" it was huge. There is no skimping on portions here, that's for sure. Two of us decided on the Perch Fish Fry, and the other opted for the Cod. I can speak on the Perch because that's what I had. It was seasoned perfectly, not too breaded, and it was HOT. My only minor complaint is that there were a lot of bones that I had to pick out/be careful not to eat. For my side I got the cheesy grits and I haven't stopped thinking about them since. They are by far in the top 5 most delicious things I've ever had in my entire life lol. I tried a piece of the cod, the fish is good but I'm personally not a fan of the batter breading, or the type of fries White Tail serves. Finished the night off with a Brandy Alexander but was kicking myself after I saw that the Banana Banshee is back on the menu. I came here a few years ago before the new ownership and asked for one and they didn't do that at the time, so I'll definitely be getting that the next time we come in.

Used to love this place.... Went today and oh my. It was bad. The food was not good. The dining…read moreroom was almost completely empty and yet everything moved slowly. Our waitress was delightful! To be honest for the price we paid, we were heartily disappointed. We will not be returning. Also, when I called for a reservation, I asked for 7 people at 5:30. She told me that wouldn't work but they could do 6. Seriously? There was no one there! Ugh

Hands down, this is the best place Up North to have a meal…read more This place outcooks, outserves and outvalues any bar or supper club in the north Wisconsin region. The only regret I have about this place is telling you how good it is, because that most likely means I'll be standing in line waiting to get in. Don't take my word for it, go try it out yourself. You won't be sorry.

What a great place! Their menu goes from cheese curds to burgers and pizza to braised beef shank…read moreand scallops. We went for the high end and couldn't have been more happy. It's just a roadside bar/ restaurant. We were there in the winter so a lot of snowmobiles had stopped to eat. The pan seared scallops seemed out of place but looked so good. I'm glad I went with it. I love celery root puree and the greens and bacon just brought it to a new level! My husband enjoyed the huge braised beef shank. I would highly recommend. Service was great as well and the prices were right.

Live in the area full time, this has to be the best breakfast place around Staff is outstanding…read more Highly recommended.

Great service and good was awesome. Rode from Minocqua- worth it to wait and eat breakfast on the…read moretrail. Small inside but enough room for small groups.

Carried out lunch on a Saturday. Excellent across the board. 15 minutes from call to pick up…read more Packaged well to keep food warm and crispy. In and out in no time. Seems like a fun place to grab a beer at the bar and watch a game. Absolutely loved their fries. They're a unique "V" cut crinkle fry. Never seen one like it before. Tasty onion rings and good slaw. We only got patty melts as a main sandwich but would certainly recommend and go back to get it again. Overall, would highly recommend. Is it 5-star downtown Chicago fine dining? No. But if you're looking for simple, easy, tasty, well executed bar food in the north woods - this is the place for you.

Absolutely horrible. They could've least told us that would be over an hour wait for our food. We…read moreended up leaving because we couldn't wait any longer. Completely understaffed.

Food and service is great! Love Chicken Marsala! Nice atmosphere! Nice specials! Waitstaff is…read more"the best'!

This place was not great. We went in the past and it was wonderful but this time, yikes! I…read moreFood was all not good. We were very disappointed with all of it. We won't be returning.

Awesome service and friendly great food especially the pancakes waitresses were very helpful when…read moreordering Daughter has a food allergy and Ashley was very helpful with her concerns .

Incredibly cozy spot located in downtown Lake Tomahawk next to the bakery. This spot features a…read morebar, around 4 tables & 4-5 booths, and a very friendly staff. We've come here a few times and decided to stop in again around 8:45 AM, there was just our party, a regular at the bar, and two other tables. I'm sure during peak tourist season this place gets slammed, but we basically had the restaurant to ourselves. We all ended up getting different things, I got the garden burrito sans tomato. It was pretty good, could make use a tad more seasoning though. The sour cream and salsa gave it a little more flavor but it was nothing special. The burrito itself though was cooked perfectly and all of our meals came out super hot and fresh. Next time I'd like to try the fisherman's skillet. Two other people in my party opted for the 3 meat skillet and omelet & both liked it. Portions are very generous here, the price is fair, and the service is good. The Village Cafe is a reliable spot for breakfast if you're in the area or wanting to try something new!

We have dined her frequently over the last 4 years and have always enjoyed their delicious meals at…read morereasonable prices. We are especially fond of their fall-off-the-bone ribs. For the first time we decided to dine outdoors on their "tiki bar" deck and were very comfortable. It's so nice to dine outside on a perfect summer night! Can't wait to go back.

It was very first time at the pub n prime. As soon as we walked in we got seated. The waitress took…read moreour order for drinks and then came back and delivered them. Then a few minutes later she came and took our order for our food. Everything was fast at first, but it took forever to get the food. It took hours. Then when I asked for a refill the waitress brought it but then spilled it on my chair and it dripped down and got on me. I totally understand that accidents happen, but she could have at least apologized or helped me clean it up. The food was fine, it wasn't horrible, but nothing special. Someone in my family had a meal that came with fries. I tried a couple and they were super mushy and definitely not fresh. Overall it was a fine experience, but they do have a really good salad bar with plenty of options.

Quirky is not enough to make this place worth the drive. It's definitely got a 1950s cabin feel…read more But not in the best way. Kinda grungy, and the food was not that great. Its only saving grace was that the Mom and Pop running the place were super friendly people. Like really nice. But as a restaurant, I think this place has seen better days.

This place has great up-north atmosphere, but not the fancy log cabin type. We're talking Grandma…read moreand Grandpa's house vibes, where everything around you has been worn in by constant use for 47 years because it still works. This place is the definition of a mom and pop shop. I won't lie, we were a little impatient as we waited for our food, but when it came I found it to be the best ribeye steak I'd ever had, slapped on a hoagie bun and called a sandwich like it was no big deal. She was right; I didn't need the A1 sauce. If you go here, please tip them well so we can all experience this institution for years to come.

Last minute dinner stop after hiking and we had the best time. Two different bears and a coyote…read moreeating while we ate. Grilled chicken sandwich was delicious, bacon cheese burger my son devoured, husband said hot beef was ok. It gives small town vibes in the best way. And our server was so busy but so kind.

We waited to be seated behind a family who said they'd been waiting 15-20 minutes. The servers were…read moreall running around like they were completely slammed...but it was pretty chill. The vibe of the whole place felt weird from the door. It feels like an old YMCA. When we got seated in the middle of the room with no view of the bear out back I knew I'd be mad just not being able to do anything while we clearly were going to wait a long time. We decided to pass. On the way out there was a line of 10 old ppl waiting to pay in various sized groups. The windows were so filthy you couldn't take photo or video anyway. They do have tons of books of their photos though if that will suffice.

The best experience in dining thanks to Jarrett! He was very informative, pleasant, and attentive!…read moreLoved our meals! We came in for 1st time on 10/11/2026 Sunday. My hubby had all u can eat broasted chicken with mashed and stuffing with gravy and coleslaw and homemade biscuit he absolutely cleaned his plate! I had a grilled chicken wrap with a special slaw, cheese bacon and a ranch side with kettle chips. Best wrap I ever had! Huge! We never waited for anything and Jarett checked on us frequently he is a fantastic waiter! We love him! We will definitely return! Just make sure you come at 4pm that's when they open ! Great experience!

We have been coming here for well over a decade. We used to be able to enjoy great meals on a…read moreregular basis. Whether a large table or a table of four, we could count on good food and good service. I'm sorry to say that my last several visits here were not only disappointing but the last visit on July 7, 2024, has me never going back. On more than one occasion in recent past, we have had food cooked incorrectly. I kept coming back because I know there are few restaurants up north and I want to try to support the businesses. This was the last straw. One of the items we ordered was a hamburger, medium-rare. It came out very well-done, almost burned. We asked for another one. The waitress came out and told us that the kitchen refused to redo the dish. The waitress said she would just place another order take it out of her own money. She was crying. She also asked for us not to complain as she would get in trouble. Mind you, a similar thing happened to us over a year before, with a different waitress. Mistakes are made in any business. Dishes are over or undercooked but it is how the business deals with it, which makes the difference. I'm done with this place. I understand that after last winter, businesses are struggling but the customers are struggling too in this economy and are spending a lot of money to enjoy an evening out. If we are paying for a dinner, we should be able to get it cooked correctly.