Ive been here many times with my husband over the years and its always been great, food is always delicious.The Reuben was really good too, and the chicken oh yummy. I haven't been there now for 2 yrs so I don't really know anymore, but, I'm sure its just as good as it was before. the people that work there are all kind and funny. read more

Whether you call it broasted chicken or best chicken, you're right. We ate this many times on our frequent Birchwood visits, that are now fewer and further between. We miss it. In fact, we loved this chicken so much we are planning to fly in for lunch when the weather warms up a bit more. Literally. read more

Occasion: Local bbq joint near our lake house Couldn't wait to check this place out while we were in the area recently as it's likely to be our new local hangout. Wasn't sure what to expect of this gas station/convenience store/quick service bbq restaurant/ice cream store/?!?! Seems like a place that tries to do so many things would struggle to get them all right, but from what I can tell they do a bang up job. The bbq was delicious - my test is whether or not I feel compelled to sauce it and not here. The sides were also formidable. We split a 2 meat platter and it was a nice size for us to split as a small dinner. Learned about a new product while I was there - the ice cream pint coozy. Some would probably say it's designed to take a pint home on a hot day but it would also work like a beer coozy to take a pint to go;) Went back the next night to try the ice cream and were not disappointed. They're short-staffed right now so they're using commercially procured waffle cones at the moment, so I'm hoping to try a homemade one on a future visit. Note: Please be patient with them. Like everywhere else, they are short staffed and struggling to stay open. I overheard one of them tell another that she came in on her day off to fill in for a few and ended up putting in a 13-hour day. And they still manage to be courteous and cheerful in the face of criticism from carry out customers. Formidable! Would I recommend/revisit: YES!! Service Dog Rating: A+ - barely mentioned her, which is ideal read more

We've frequented Ed's for years. No more. We are over 90 minutes into waiting for two sandwiches. Place is empty. Told me 20 minutes ago that it'd be ready in 2. read more

yuck. food has really gone downhill since this was acquired by the co-op. inaccurate food orders. everything tastes old staff is friendly, but it elsewhere read more

Great food ! Never disappointed !! Don't forget to get some ice cream after eating their BBQ. The place is clean , busy , and friendly employees . A hidden gem in northern Wisconsin . read more

Best BBQ around! The pastrami is to die for good. Ribs, Brisket and Pork are all outstanding. Nice clean atmosphere. Also serve Fish, Pizza, Coffee and Ice Cream. read more

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Great barbecue and you could always have ice cream for dessert. I will definitely be going back again and again.

Ed's Pitstop is overlooked because they are a gas station and convenient store. Their barbecue is amazing. They smoke their meats daily and offer pizza, burgers, fish and so much more. The staff is friendly and are always cleaning. The prices are reasonable and the quality is stellar. Never had a less than excellent meal here. It's so worth the stop. Did I mention they have Gourmet Ice Cream and Coffee? read more

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Stopped here while in Rice Lake and really enjoyed the meal. The cheese curds were excellent and haven't had ones that good in awhile. Wife had the pulled pork and it was moist and flavorful. I had the jalapeño burger, while not perfect was a good burger and wasn't too spicy. The fries were also excellent, typically don't eat all my fries but that was one of the times I did, nice and crunchy. read more

Very nice people working. Good bbq. Very disappointed though that they were out of brisket so I ordered ribs, was very small portion and honestly they weren't that great. I would've preferred them to be much more tender. I did like the pulled pork and the corn bread. I'm the Mac and cheese was ok as was the mashed potatoes. Four stars though as I really want to try some more stuff. read more

I haven't even tried the food yet. My issue is with the bbq sauce. You have 4 different kinds on the counter. I asked the young lady working if I could get some of each in the little to go cups. She said this wasn't possible. So she asked the cooks. They put one honey bbq with 3 originals for a pound and a half of meat. I asked for more and was given two additional cups of original. I know it sounds pretty petty but we travel a lot and are always stopping at different bbq places. I've never had somewhere be this stingy with bbq sauces. I came to your place instead of old southern because we wanted to give your restaurant a try. We drop $40 on meats and can't get sauces??? Are they made of gold? I even asked for containers to put some of the different sauces on the counter in and was told no. If you like bbq you without save this place could be for you!!!! Best of luck prying the sauce out of their non customer friendly hands if you're into that sort of thing. Update: Tried the brisket. Could have definitely used the extra sauce. Brisket was very fatty and flavorless. If you're looking for good bbq. Just drive the few extra miles to Old Southern BBQ in Rice Lake. read more

I absolutely love this place! Year after year we come back, and it is always the same and always fantastic... food is great, ice cream is amazing, service is shockingly good for a gas station... it's good service for a sit down restaurant! Big menu too! read more

We tried Ed's Pit Stop the other night. We were wary at first as it is in a gas station but it exceeded our expectation. The service fast and friendly. But what really counts is the food. Excellent smoked meat. Absolutely excellent. Lots of smoke flavor and juicy and tender. The owner came over and introduced himself and was very friendly. Lots of options for sides. We will be going back. read more

Quite pleasant and pretty well stocked for an up north gas station store. Has nice sitting area if wanting to kill time or just get away on your own for a bit. Surprising array of clothes all birchwood stamped and decent liquor as well. read more

This place is Great! The staff is always friendly and greet you as walk in. The convenience store/gas station part of it is what you see from the outside, but it is so much more! From espresso drinks that rival any of the Big chain coffee shops to ice cream that people come from miles around to get! The menu for food is awesome and includes Broasted chicken, full fish frys, thin or thick crust pizza, good burgers and quite possibly some of the best house smoked BBQ in the area!! Throw in live bait, a nice selection of Birchwood branded apparel and a wide selection of Beer, Wine and liquor makes it a one stop shop for any in the Birchwood area! read more

Stopped in late and three young kids were still very polite and helpful. Ice cream was great. Lots of things to take on the trails with you riding. read more

We camp not far from Ed's and cannot say enough good things about Ed's Pit Stop. We go there each day to get a newspaper and a coffee or cappy. It is unreal all that they have at Ed's; lots of clothes, gifts, wondeful ice cream with their own waffle cones, and we have recently started enjoying a supper at their deli. My husband couldn't say enough about how good his hamburger was--moist and tasty. The gal working was super friendly and fun to talk to. I would highly recommend anyone going thru or to Birchwood, goes to Ed's Pit Stop--you could take hours to look at all of the stuff there and enjoy something to eat or drink! I wish our hometown had a place like Ed's Pit Stop! read more

We love Ed's Pit Stop....never thought a convenience store would be such a highlight of our vacation visits to the Northwoods: great burgers, chicken and pizza (even for veggie lovers); great coffee drinks (including Fit Frappes); great ice cream!; god wine and beer selection; fun stuff and fun staff! thank you Ed's (can I buy stock?:) Patty Wack read more

I cannot believe that a place can raise the price of a French Vanilla .21 overnight and state they are using a better grade. I looked at the bag mix and it's the same stuff used before the price went up. read more