Bob & Randy's Bar

Haven't been here for a while and today's meal just confirmed why I need to be a regular. Hands…read moredown the best food, beer and service in the Wausau area by far! We got the shrimp skewers and citrus mussels with the curry sauce to die for! We kept slurping up the sauce after the bread was gone! The garlic mayo complemented the shrimp perfectly. We also ordered the forager pizza. With the crispy crust, sweet fennel sausage and the mushrooms - I am in pizza heaven! Hubby ordered a few summer beer and I had the pineapple cider. Both were light and refreshing. Our server provided great recommendations and checked on us frequently throughout our meal. Overall verdict - highly recommend it for causal dining, happy hour or a special meal. Way to support local farms and businesses. Love the outdoor seating which is great in the summer!

Yelp page not owned Came 3 days in a row during "open"…read morehours yet was closed. Finally caught it opened and found it to be okay. Food was good Service was good Had some merch (limited sizes) Lots of potential

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Bunkers

3.6(17 reviews)

1.6 mi

We've been great fans of this place. But after the chef left and the restaurant closed we wondered…read morewhat was going to happen there. It's reopened but the menu online is not the menu at the restaurant . No entrees. Just sandwiches, pizza and appetizers. You order at the window and they bring the food to your table. We waited 40 minutes for a burger and chicken sandwich. They are severely understaffed. The bartender was also out parking golf carts. I had a boss once who said " you can't save your way to prosperity ." It appears that's what they're trying to do at Bunkers. We won't be back, sadly

Very good food. Workers are the best and golf course is fun and well maintained…read more The artist is great

Fish tacos

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Caribbean Mahi Mahi

Malarkey's Pub & Townies Grill

3.7(53 reviews)

Malarkey's was a fun lunch stop for my son and me recently. I couldn't believe how good my Guinness…read morefish and chips were. So flavor-packed and not too greasy. The place is dog-friendly (we ate in the bar, not the dining section). My son was super impressed with his burger. He claimed it was delicious, though it's certainly messy! The beer selection is impressive, and our server checked all the boxes with her friendly approach. The packer game was on, and I have to admit, the sound in the bar is not the greatest for hearing the game at a high quality. Likely the high ceilings are to blame, so no fault of the establishment. But it wouldn't be a place I'd go to watch a game.

We had the breakfast tacos which were the bomb. Coffee, raspberry mimosa, and a white Casper stout…read more Soo good! This was a last minute stop for us and we are soooooo coming back!!!

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Loppnow's Bar

3.4(7 reviews)

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This place rules. The only people I see complaining look like beta males and soy boys. My guess is…read morethey can't handle their rye whiskey and it makes them uncomfortable. Best bar in Wausau. Change my mind.

This place is honestly a f*ckin joke. First walking through the door your nose is immediately…read moreassaulted by what smells of old stale beer as if the wells need a deep cleaning. Fruit flies in the air suggest something hasn't been cleaned right in months. The Bar top is in horrible condition looks like something they pulled from the dump and recycled it. This is also a CASH ONLY bar which is insane. It's 2019 even the most mediocre of business accept plastic. They do have an ATM with a service fee of course. What kind of bar doesn't have a system to open tabs????? That is what drives the industry people will generally drink more. Which obviously means more money for the business. Who ever runs this places needs a clue. And a cleaning staff.

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Blue haired ladies get half off of PBR and pal malls.

Limericks Public House

4.1(17 reviews)

What a find right here in downtown Wausau. My wife and I have been looking for something authentic…read moresince coming back from vacation in Dublin. This place hits the mark and we will be back several more times. Not just for the Guinness on tap , but for the wonderful food. I had the Irish Stew, insanely delicious and my wife had the Reuben with their home made 1000 island dressing. Both were amazing. Love the atmosphere, the drinks, the food, not to mention the great personal service we received. Definitely going back.

Bartender poured my drink, then took it to the back out of sight for a few minutes then brought it…read moreback and served it to me. It tasted funny. I believe he put something in it. This was years ago. I wish I had gone to the police then but I didn't. But I can talk about it now. Don't go here, especially if you're a woman.

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Their specialty Reuben.

Whitewater Music Hall

4.4(5 reviews)

0.8 mi

Best new place in Wausau to get your coffee and beer fix. Great selection of fancy toast and super…read morefriendly owners and staff. Lots of local art on display, and quite a few music options from open mic to bands not typically found in Wausau. Excellent home brews also. Even a purple ceiling to make you wonder why..

The Whitewater Music Hall seems to be an old Masonic lodge that has been transformed into a…read moremulti-purpose community center and music venue. In addition to the main hall there is a nice cafe room with places to sit and relax while enjoying beverages from coffee to mixed drinks that can be purchased from the bar. It was the perfect place for Wausau's 2020 Martin Luther King Day event. The main hall provided ample room for the the program which included a band, an awards presentation and the featured speaker. I'm sure that the hall is a suitable venue for concerts and other events as well. The buffet line for the catered meal was in the corridor outside of the main hall which was not ideal (though probably necessary) -- it was quite crowded when everyone was getting their food and the congestion was exacerbated with others coming and going from the main hall to the cafe etc.. The number of tables in the main hall was insufficient for the number of attendees. We, along with many others had to balance dinner plates on our laps and set our drinks on the floor while eating. I'm not sure whether the responsibility for this falls on the event planners or the hall management but it was a definite negative for me. A few other things -- positive and negative. There is a nice display of artwork from local artists displayed on the walls. Even while the MLK event was going on there at least one other small group conducting a meeting in another area of the building. Parking was limited and the cars were parked rather haphazardly (and the ice and snow of January certainly doesn't make parking easy either). We needed to park across the street -- fortunately the county offices located there are closed in the evening.

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BB Jacks Pizza and Sandwich Lounge

3.5(44 reviews)

1.6 mi

We started with a Bloody Mary and smoked Gouda & Mac cheese balls, both were very tasty! I had a…read morepizza...very thin crust with minimal sauce and good amount of toppings. Delish! My husband had the pizza sandwich & hand cut fries...the bread was toasted but still soft and the meat & cheese was bubbly hot, fresh from the oven. Their fries are hand cut and on the thinner side, needed salt, but good. It's a very casual place, smaller but great for lunch or dinner, good parking too. The service was great, answered our questions, and everything was clean.

We always sit at the bar. The staff is friendly. They have great beers on tap. The pizza is the…read morebest in Wausau, in our opinion.

Pepperoni & green olive pizza YUM!!

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The Mill Yard

3.6(13 reviews)

4.3 mi

Came here on accident during their customer appreciation and car show day last weekend. The place…read morewas pretty busy but we still got pizza and drinks pretty quickly. Pizza was really good - the owner stopped by and introduced himself and chatted for a bit. The servers for the most part were great - only one seemed a bit cranky but we didn't let that ruin our good time. The place is clean and inviting otherwise.

our experience was not unlike Kenny G. came in, waitress said "Sit anywhere, I'll find you."…read more After 17 minutes of sitting without anyone "finding" us we walked out.

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Venado

4.9(9 reviews)

0.6 mi

Highlights 1)…read moreExcellent Wine Selection 2) Snacks/Appetizers Available 3) Great Ambiance Visited on a recent Saturday night and had a great time! We came without a reservation (not sure if they even take them) as a group of 4 and we were able to snag a table right away. The vibe is cozy and fun! We ordered a burrata type dip and we were even able to add a gluten-free corn chip on the side in addition to the bread. The wine selection is great and has wines from all over the world! Service was so friendly and we loved hearing a little bit about the owners and their history with wine! We will absolutely be back!

Such a great experience! Beautiful place! The owner was very kind and conversational! Wine and…read morewhiskey selection was great!

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Napa Wine and Whiskey

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One seating option

Townies Grill

4.0(67 reviews)

Briefly visited this upscale Irish sports bar in downtown Wausau, Wisconsin. We left a nearby…read morerestaurant called tempura because space was a premium and they notified us that the wait would be an hour. My dear friend Marcus saved the entire trip with his suggestion to completely redirect the ship and valiantly lead the group to Townies, a 7 minute walk away. We were greeted immediate with a table in a large room with plenty of holiday cheer. Our waitress Rae, a local of Wausau, approached our table with a smile and understanding of our needs and lack of attention spans. After immediately offering to split our checks for us, a table of 11, I knew we had met a special professional. Rae catered to each of the critical points in the meal with precision and kindness. Drinks, appetizers, and full meals were delivered to our table correctly and quickly. The food was also of premium quality. My final bill was 40$ after a generous tip and included an alcoholic beverage, appetizer, and kitchen special. The kitchen special was a medley of shrimp, rice, and mixed vegetables, steamed and with a sauce bringing out spice and juice. It was more than a satisfying portion and Rae closed us out with ease and suggested several nearby nightlife options. Call me a Townie, but I love this fucking place. I'll be back here to propose to Rae after my first marriage.

Seated immediately on a Saturday noon but took some time to get our actual service/drink order…read more Waitress was dealing with a "big table". Once she waited on us it was fine. Nice draft beer selection and Bloody Mary's were on point. Nice and spicy with good garnish. I had beet salad-it was delicious! I did not add any protein and with the breadstick it was quite filling. Husband had grilled chicken sandwich with fries and said it was good. Space was clean and pleasant. Nice to look out on town square.

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Dale S.

15 years ago

Don't even waste your time going here when "DANO" is bartending. He is slow slow slow!!! This is a neighborhood type bar and "ONLY" cater to regulars...He will only wait on the regulars otherwise you will be waiting 10+ minutes to get served. If you take your chances to go, call ahead and ask if he is working.. The rest of the crew are very friendly... The owner of the bar Randy Scobell. Is a A**hole, be careful with your vehicle in the parking lot it will get damaged. Owner is either to cheap to turn on the A/C or has the temp turned up so high, the few times that I have been in there it has been extremely too HOT. If the owner thinks that he is ONLY responsible for what goes on in the bar, and not his parking lot...He has no business running a bar, or any type of business..Take responsibility!!!..Furthermore..take responsibility for your ignorant/rude and bad attitude bartender!!! read more

Chelsea B.

7 years ago

This is my favorite bar in town!! They have the best cheese curds I've had since I moved to WI and go well with any drink ya order. They're not a big bar so if you have a big group, you may not want to stay long but they are totally worth a visit. They also have the best chicken strips too. They always have PBR and Spotted Cow on tap so it's my go to spot for happy hour, a drink after work, or Friday night drinkin. A Must go! read more

Jeremy K.

109

8 years ago

By far the best bar/ restaurant in Wausau they have it all good drinks, great food, and amazing pizza! Actually the best menu item is the chicken tenders! Staff is amazing from Dano to the Ashley's you everyone makes sure you are well taken care. Great atmosphere, great service, great food read more

Bucko B.

13 years ago

OMG This is a great place to hang out. First off their food is yummy! In my opinion the mushroom and Swiss burger is awesome. The staff is awesome and really friendly. They have great games like pool ( which is super cheap ) and darts. I would come to this place anyday read more

Joe H.

6 years ago

A genuinely underappreciated little dive bar. The appetizers are delicious, the atmosphere is cozy, and the staff has always been kind. I don't know what kind of wing sauces are still available, but if you can, ask for the wings hand-spun. They're excellent that way. read more

Kristopher K.

9 years ago

Sorry to say the atmosphere as changed within the last 6 months. I would suggest the owner to be more involved with the anxious behavior of the bar tenders. Unfortunately, I will be contributing to the weekend Packer party's at the different location this year. read more

Carol S.

11 years ago

We just stopped here for lunch on our way home from Door County. Service was excellent, burgers even better. Especially the 421 burger with bacon, mushrooms and spicy aioli. They even turned on the vikings for us. read more

Kayla C.

11 years ago

Came here for my 21st birthday right before bar close and the bartender was super nice and made us some very creative drinks! Probably the best bar we went to that night and we'll definitely be back soon! read more

Ralph K.

8 years ago

Great food, friendly knowledgeable staff, and comfortable atmosphere. Enjoyed a great burger, and good cheese curds. Will be sure to visit next time we're in town. Had a fun evening. read more

Mary W.

9 years ago

Awesome place. I lived in Wausau for two years and never found it. Wonderful bloody Mary and great staff. Had a burger and hand cut fries off the chain good go there!!!! read more

John B.

11 years ago

Fun local bar. Great bar food at a reasonable price. Staff is friendly and always has a good crowd. Nice for a game of pool & a cold beer. read more

Gerald D.

13 years ago

awesome small town bar. they have the best food ever, and unbeatable drink prices! awesome combo if you ask me

Michael K.

13 years ago

Excellent and happy waitstaff, happy atmosphere, great drinks at good prices. This is not a dive bar!

Seth K.

3 years ago

This shit so bussin would cop again like damm! I love the way the meat goes in my mouth!

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