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    The Wild Turkey

    4.1 (39 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Half of a brisket sandwich and a whole lot of fries!

    Traveling through Conover and happened upon this place. Lunch was super tasty. Both the lunch special, enchiladas, and brisket sandwich were delicious. There was ample meat on both. The ice tea was so refreshing and smooth. Service was quick and efficient with the waitress coming at the right frequency. The decor was quite pleasing with black, white and color popped in. The horseshoe bar seemed very inviting especially with the big window pane behind it. We really enjoyed our lunch experience there and if ever in the area again, we'll be sure to drop by.

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    Rachel J.

    We stopped at The Wild Turkey randomly as we passed through town and it was some of the best BBQ I ever had--and I've been to Texas, the South, etc. All meat was fork tender and fell off the bone. The ribs in particular were my favorite. The baked beans were unlike any other baked bean I've had. It had multiple types and sizes that kicked it up a notch. Everything was handmade, even the hand cut French fries. Nothing frozen here, folks. The owner and master smoker, Ed, ran the bar on this particular day and was very pleasant to chat with over the course of the lunch. The restaurant was just recently renovated and looks great. All in all I wish I lived near this restaurant because it was that good. Ed could easily win any BBQ competition around. 10/10.

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    food is honestly disgusting and soggy, i've tried multiple times and never impressed me... I wouldn't recommend

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    Wife and I had the smoked wings (Buffalo and Garlic Parm). Best wings we've had anywhere! Great service and surprisingly low prices.

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    Unique bbq place really good food ice cold beer always a good stop on our way to land Olakes

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    So bad. Just so bad. Both locations. Don't do it. It's just not quality food. Let alone BBQ

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    Delicious food and great service! Their smoked wings are our favorite. The small salad bar is also good!

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    Old Fashioneds are good with good service. Brisket (smoked) is to die for. Definitely worth it but the red potatoes are everything.

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    Very good bbq would definitely recommend going here if you come to the northwoods one of the hot spots in the eagle river area for food

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    Food was good, but over priced. Overall the experience was good. Portions were smaller than expected for the price though.

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    Super great, good whiskey selection. It's a gem of a place. Brisket was melt in your mouth great.

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    Burnt Bridge Tavern

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    We arrived at 3:30 PM on a Friday night and the bartender who was working ALONE seated us pretty…read morequickly. Mind you the bar area was full and she had a party of 8 already seated. I mention this to give credit to the female bartender who was hustling her tail off. Once seated she came over and took our drink order. THE ONLY NEGATIVE THING I WILL SAY ABOUT THIS PLACE IS THERE WAS NO DRINK MENU. Our gin and tonic, brandy old fashioned, white Zinfandel, and Bloody Mary with a chaser came out extremely fast. A perch dinner, beer battered fish fry, chicken tender, and a classic burger were ordered. We waited about 20 minutes for our food to arrive. My 3 piece beer battered cod was flaky and not greasy. My husband's perch came with 2 large filets and he said he really liked it. Chicken tenders are chicken tenders and hard to mess up haha. My dad said his burger was flavorful and juicy. For all 4 of us ordering food and having alcoholic beverages, our bill came to a little over $100. The bartender thanked us for our patience since she was the only person working, but we didn't feel we ever waited a long period for anything. Will definitely be back.

    This was just a top notch bar with oodles of rustic up north charm! From the big papst sign…read moreoutside to the money attached to the ceiling! The staff was commutative and funny The food was delightful for the entire party. And I had maybe one of the very best bar pizzas I have ever had Not extensive seating so you may have to wait but they made it enjoyable. Lots of local flavor!

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    4.3(71 reviews)
    7.2 mi
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    I have been going to the northwoods for 20+ years. Recently we rolled into watersmeet and the…read moregrocery store in town was closed. We were pretty hungry so we hit the Bear Trap. What the heck this is a supper club on steroids. My son and I were able to be seating at the bar. He had the kids cheeseburger, I had side of Brussels, the beef tip appetizer, and the blue cheese wedge. Wow that wedge salad was amazing- the bacon was perfect, blue cheese great and it had a French dressing sauce as well. I have never had a wedge served that way and it was great. My son's cheeseburger was amazing.They use the left over meat from trimmings. Our server (perhaps owner I should have asked) said they don't want to be a burger place. Well I hear you but that kids burger was amazing. The beef tips were fantastic- great Dijon mustard sauce. It was a great meal! Crowd was up north Chicago style- but man the food is stellar. Make a reservation- this is a gem. I was enjoying it so much I forgot to take pictures!

    Outstanding restaurant nestled among the cabins. Unexpectedly good…read more Arrived without a reservation at 7:45 p.m. on a Saturday night. Packed. Waited 20 minutes or so for a seat to open up at the bar. Service was skilled and friendly. Martini made just right. Split pea soup possibly the best I've ever had. Bone-in rib eye steak not on the menu but was the special. Very good.

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    3.9(128 reviews)
    9.4 mi
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    We keep trying .. have been here a half dozen times as we are local. But we are out…read more A few weeks back we entered a bit before 7pm The look on the greeters face was like "oh not more people" .. but there were only 3 active tables with one other finished. Turned out sour lady was also the server. Very unwelcoming The food was so bad I sent it back. The "smothered" pulled pork (the menu's description) had a squirt of sauce and was not hot - not warm even. As my husband was eating I just cancelled. The robotic manager said he wouldn't charge me !! ... seriously I didn't even bite into the sandwich. I joked he could reuse the bun. He offered a dessert. I'm not going to eat a dessert for dinner. I declined. Such a beautiful remodel of an old bar. A shame the food and service just don't hold up.

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    The Wild Turkey - tradamerican - Updated August 2026

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