I was so happy to find this cozy cafe open early on a Sunday morning--when everything else in…read moreHayward was closed. There were plenty of regulars lined up at the counter, but the baristas took care of everyone quickly. I had a perfect cortado plus a brewed coffee to go. The staff was friendly and the coffee was delicious. Backroads is a real gem in the Northwoods.

I was excited to try this local spot but left extremely disheartened. We ordered iced lattes and…read morereceived them with large coffee grounds floating on top. When we asked to remake them, the employee complained about us to the other employees and the new drinks were not any better. TLDR; coffees were bad & the service was rude

Great coffee shop with limited breakfast and lunch menu filled with interesting and tasty options…read more Latte was perfect and overnight oats very good. Give it a try!

Let me start off by saying the blueberries and brown sugar oats are one of the best things that has…read moreever been invented in the past few months or whenever it was invented the latte with oat milk was just as good as the oats and also really fast service and the customer service was also amazing and I love the furniture in the place.

Very cool spot and definitely worth a stop if you're in the area. We were passing through and…read moreneeded a caffeine boost, so pulled off to this place. It was genuinely the coolest set up I've ever seen for a coffee shop. It shares a lot with a large antique shop, so you can enjoy a coffee while perusing unique vintage finds. We got a latte and a cold brew. The staff were awesome in helping us pick out special flavors to try off their menu and both drinks were thoroughly enjoyed! They had TONS of cool flavors to try. We didn't try any food, but did see they had a few assorted pastries. There was tons of seating, mostly outdoor across their property. It was all super eclectic and very cool. Highly recommend this spot for tasty coffee, great ambiance and to explore the antiques.

We had a total of six meals at this restaurant, coffee shop and all of them I would rate at five…read morestars. I consider a five star rating is everything is done nicely and the way it should be done. I do not consider it as perfect.

From the road, it appears to be your standard midwestern, small town cafe. Turns out it is. The…read moreemphasis is on food; not decorating or flash. If you want high society or something frilly, you'll find yourself disappointed. If you want a paved parking lot, check elsewhere. Adequately staffed, it handled a nice-sized late lunch crowd without problems. The whiteboard displayed breakfast specials; however, Wednesday afternoon didn't offer any lunch specials. The menu for lunch wasn't huge but offered up a fair amount of choices to satisfy most tastes. My partner ordered a California burger and fries. While messy, it was a good-sized burger. I had the Reuben sandwich and fries. It was a filling sandwich and had good flavor. I think both my partners and I would agree that it wouldn't hurt the cooks to throw a few more French fries in the oil when filling fry orders. While there are a couple of fast food restaurants in the area, do yourself a favor and stop in at Wendy's for breakfast or lunch. I know we will try it again in the future.

I love small independent restaurants and Wendy' Place is right on point. There is nothing wrong…read morewith Perkins or Panara, but places like WP are the best - friendly staff, ample portions and reasonable prices. Four of us went there on a Saturday morning and had a fabulous breakfast - eggs, bacon, hash browns, pancakes, French toast, English muffins - we had it all. Only downside was - their coffee was not very good - they should consider premium coffee and an espresso machine to up their game in the coffee area.

Food is great, drinks are FANTASTIC, and the owners are amazing! Free wi-fi, couches, chairs and…read moreend tables draw complete the atmosphere. You'd never have guessed that this gem is here, but once you discover it, you will want to go back again and again! I recommend the frappes, they are delicious!

I really enjoyed the coffee, the delicious sandwich with its homemade bun, and the light filled…read moreNorthern Woods style interior of Cloud Nine Coffeehouse. It has been fun watching the owners bring this long empty building to life. This spacious coffee shop welcomes you with comfortable living room style sofas and chairs and has a second section with tables and chairs. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming and presents a relaxed place to visit with friends or use the free Wi-Fi to work on your computer. There is also a new deck to use when you want to bring a cup of Cloud Nine Coffee outside to enjoy the beautifully wooded Hayward setting. Did I mention Cloud Nine Coffeehouse desserts? They are made from scratch and are amazingly delicious! Aptly named, you will be on Cloud Nine in this coffeehouse!

Cute little place to grab a bite to eat, a coffee or to get some work done/chill. Owners are very…read morenice. Tried the lemonade refreshers, the sweet cream cinnamon cold brew, the brown sugar oatmilk shaker & the honey mustard turkey wrap during our stay in Birchwood. Definitely recommend the wrap and espresso shaker!

Since the hubs Ben S talked about the food, I thought I'd add some color commentary regarding the…read morecoffee and gift shop. And a review from me would not be complete without a note about how my service dog was received. So glad to have this place open up in Birchwood, WI, pop. 402! Us locals know that this place was opened by the previous owners of Pit Stop; Stacy described it as what keeps her busy in retirement but I see her hustling every time I'm there. They have a wide selection of beverages ranging from black coffee to the frufriest of coffee beverages. Prices are in line with most coffee shops of this caliber. What really sets this place apart is the selection of merchandise. They have the largest selection of Birchwood & Red Cedar Lake merchandise in the area. Not only that, but their items are unique, not like the stock t shirts you'd find everywhere. Our latest acquisition was a Birchwood, WI, pop. 402 Christmas ornament, but it won't be our last:) Would I return? Yep, and my girls also love the place Would I recommend? Yes, for merch & coffee Service Dog score: A+ - no interest in her and altogether ignored her (this is what all dog handlers hope for but usually don't experience)

Cute coffee shop! I…read morethought the coffee was good, but unfortunately came in on the barista's second day on the job. She was very overwhelmed during the morning rush on a Saturday, and it took a very long time to receive my iced mocha. She was working hard, and I did appreciate her great attitude through it all. I am not giving 4 star for her effort, but rather the rest of the staff who just seemed content to let her falter and not help her out.

Such a great place!! Great coffee and food! Stop here if you need a coffee, driving break or…read morelunch! The building is very pretty, awesome old wood floor. Lots of places to sit. They have seating upstairs in a loft area also. Their baked goods are really good, and I've had the quiche a few times for lunch. We always make sure that we stop here on our road trip from Iowa up to Ashland. It's a must stop. And for the folks that like to shop, there is an awesome store right next to the dock.

Wow, what a great place to find! I didn't "physically" find them so I can't speak to their actual…read morelocation, but in an effort to track down bulk beef jerky, the Jack Links customer service rep sent me here. The staff is friendly and they were generous enough to work out a deal with me so I could buy a couple dozen pounds of beef jerky and have it shipped! I've discussed this place with my buddies and we'll be putting in another large bulk order with these guys here before too long. When the jerky is $8-9 a pound, it's hard to justify it elsewhere! You can't hardly make it for those prices!

Stopped here because they have "outlet" prices for Minong jerky giant "Jack Link". Scored four…read morepounts of beef stick bits and pieces for $5 as an example. Overall, prices of jerky and related prices run about half of retail. This store is on the left hand side of US 53, going North out of town. You will have passed the Jack Link factory on the right of 53 about a mile before this grocery.

Hopsack is such a fun find in Balsam Lake. It fits the little cabin town vibe perfectly and feels…read morelike one of those places you're really glad you stumbled across. The coffee is great and the staff is incredibly kind and welcoming. The space itself is open, spacious, and modern but still has that cozy, comforting feel you want when you're up north. They also have a really nice selection of products for sale, almost like a small market. You can grab food and drinks to go, along with cabin essentials and other fun items. This is just a great spot to stop for coffee and browse a bit. A really great addition to the area and such a fun little place to visit.

We unexpectedly stopped at Hop Sack with 13 people and ordered smoothies, coffee drinks and donuts…read more The gals working prepared this large order quickly and professionally. A very good experience and the products were very good

We were feeling sleepy while driving through Iron River & stopped for a cuppa coffee. It was…read moreenough energy to get us back home! We were the only patrons in the shop so we had great service! The Vanilla Latte was great!

A small shop but big on good food. Enjoyed my breakfast and service was great and friendly.read more