The main focus is the bar but they do have light bites and specialty nights. When we ordered they…read morespecifically said "the food will come out when it comes, we aren't a restaurant so we will get to the food when we get to it, it's not like an appetizer that will come before the lobster roll." We went for the first time for Lobster roll night and the lobster roll was FANTASTIC! The Burrata and Grasshopper were tasty as well but the Mozzarella Wontons lacked mozzarella and were practically empty inside, maybe a very tiny sprinkle of cheese. I'd go back again for their specialty lobster night in a heartbeat but could do without the other items we had. I'd probably try a few more light bites from the menu. The server was pretty good but left us and other hanging for a long period and many people ended up going to the bar to get help, but again this is mainly a bar and the special night had a place full of patrons for food and I believe our server was the only one for the whole place and then two people solely behind the bar.

Best place in town for drinks! My personal favorite is the Grasshopper. Located in the old train…read morestation, the train comes by daily. Great service. They also offer small plates such as Margherita flatbread and hot pretzels. Very authentic ambiance with great service.

Tried brunch today for the first time and it was delicious!! I'm a quesadilla snob and it was…read moreyummy, cooked very well. I've heard good things about the fries and they don't disappoint! The staff was kind, the food arrived in good timing, it was a nice quiet environment when I went and just a really great experience.

Great find while in from out of town! I visited with a group of 10 and we were all impressed with…read morethe decor, mountain views, friendly service and tasty cocktails. Wednesdays had a 1/2 off wine bottle special also which we definitely took advantage of. The restaurant had a good selection of appetizers and Mexican infused flavored dishes. Our group really enjoyed the mussels and delicious chimichurri bread appetizers the best. I thought the tuna tartare and ceviche lacked some flavor though. Afterwards I ordered the blackened red snapper which was decent. Overall it's a nice place to go for the atmosphere and views.

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.

This is my favorite in the Wausau area. The food is good and they have live music on occasion. The…read moredrinks are good and service on point. You can't go wrong here.

Great service this time around after the menu refresh! Our server was very friendly and prompt…read moredespite having a large table upstairs. The charcuterie board was an excellent choice for a light meal while the kids eat their dinner early. The lemon dessert was light and delicate with a good balance of sweet and tart from the berries. Good beer from the Saw Mill as usual. Love dim lighting which creates a causal and relaxing ambiance.

The service is absolutely horrific! I give honest reviews, and I need to say that the hostess or…read morethe manager was truly a very awful person. We sat and waited for more than 40 minutes after our so called reservation. We were never asked if we wanted to sit upstairs or downstairs, but he was going to put us at a high top with two babies. That makes no sense at all! My neighbors were even there and asked for a downstairs table as they were elderly and couldn't get up the high stairs. They had to wait for almost an hour to get it. Unfortunately, we didn't even get to try the food, because the wait took so long. When I mentioned this to the manager, he literally yelled at us on our way out in front of everyone. What a wonderful memory of this place. He was a JERK. The place is adorable, but I would highly suggest to make sure you ask your customers if they want to sit upstairs or downstairs and their preferences before you decide to book a large group. Along with that, if you have people waiting for so long, at least offer them a water or something while they wait. I also heard from my Neighbors that their French toast was hard., the wait was long, and everything was overpriced for what you got. I would not suggest going here if you're looking to spend a half a day just waiting for just ok food.

I'd say this is more of a 2.5 but we did get the food to go so I will handicap to the 3 star…read more I cannot speak for the service or ambience but my understanding from the locals, it is a nice place to dine for what they consider 'fine dining' in the area. The positive was that my Filet Mignon was cooked to perfection and tasted as it should. The concerns were that while advertised as an 8 oz cut, there is zero chance of this, more like 5 oz. - I'd also say that the potatoes lacked any real depth, just an average potato - and lastly the side veggie was some very sad and bland half sized roasted squash that truly lacked inspiration. Again, I'm will to maybe let the veggie and the potatoes go, as they were a to go situation but the size of the steak and the portions in general underwhelmed for a $43 dish.

Food was very good! The ravioli was made with meat, most restaurants only have cheese. I grew up…read morewith meat ravioli more flavor. Order a meatball which they placed right in the center. It was huge and delicious just like I remember in my childhood!

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.

This place is great!! The service is very friendly and the food is great too. Try a bloody while…read morehere also!! We will be back!

I was told that they had one of the best Rueben's in town. Well they have nailed it. Awesome work…read moreguys

First time trying this place on the recommendation of a friend, and I'm so glad they suggested it…read more Great late night diner vibe with "edgy" art on the walls and lots of counter seating. Service was also friendly and super efficient, with food made quickly. We were also happy to see there was a steady crowd coming in on a Tuesday night and the staff had no problems making sure everyone was taken care of. We started with the Taste of Manila Egg Rolls because we were so excited to see that something lived on from that restaurant which we miss. The egg rolls were quite tasty and the slaw and sauce just pulled everything together. For our main meals we had the M&O Melt with onion rings and the Red Hot Spicy Clucker with fries. I was happy the the spicy chicken sandwich actually had some heat to it and was full of flavor. The fries were also nicely fried. The M&O Melt was also tasty, and the onion rings were a favorite. Fried nicely so that they had a crunchy bite. It's always a plus when the onion doesn't come out all at once or separate from the breading. These were quite tasty and we definitely recommend the curry ketchup. It added a whole new flavor dimension to the onion rings and fries. Overall, can't wait to try some more menu items next time we're in the area. Definitely recommend.

Second time here for work dinner. Service again was top notch! Shrimp cocktail and Brussels…read moreappetizers were very generous and tasty! I had the salmon which was tender and melt in your mouth delicious. My friends had the meatballs and steak - both were scrumptious and beautifully plated. We had a private dining room tucked away upstairs. The main dining room is cozy and full of charm. Highly recommended it for a romantic dinner or any special occasion!

Highlights/Lowlights…read more 1) Fun Ambiance 2) Pricey for the Area 3) Friendly Service This was our first time visiting Back When Cafe! We made a reservation online a few days before and we definitely needed it, the place was packed! Our table was ready right away and service was friendly throughout. The vibe feels upbeat, cozy and elegant which we loved! We ordered a bottle of red wine, bacon wrapped artichokes for a starter, and then I got the salmon and my husband got the pork shank. For the area this is pricey and we didn't feel like the food quite stood up to the price. Nothing terribly wrong just lacking a bit of flavor here and there. I would be open to trying again for another meal!

So happy to have Indian food in Wausau. The atmosphere was really cute. Service was great and food…read morewas delicious! We will definitely be back!

Did a pickup order from here on a Saturday and the online order process was super simple…read more Everything was ready on time when we showed up to pick it up. We ordered the butter chicken, korma with chicken medium spiced, Tikka roll, and garlic naan. The butter chicken, korma, and garlic naan were quite tasty. The medium spice gave a decent heat to the dish, but I was surprised that the leftovers we had didn't seem to get hotter. Actually the leftovers were more mild and I ended up adding hot sauces to it. Great portion sizes so that you can get leftovers though. The Tikka roll was very unique. I'm always a sucker for a flatbread roll, but this was unlike any I've had before. There was some sort of cabbage slaw or pickled veg on the inside that just didn't work for me with the Tikka. Quick tip with the Tikka roll, the korma makes a great dip/sauce for it. Overall, really good food and portions. I can't wait to get back to try more of the options and actually eat at the restaurant. This is a great addition to the Wausau area!

The Garage has excellent food and wonderful service. Overall the ambiance is phenomenal.read more

I have never had worst food or service ever! I ordered the…read morebacon bourbon burger med rare and it was cooked past well done until it hd no life remaining. The waitress/ bar person was rude, never tried to make my visit enjoyable in any way. They should change the name to the Garbage!!