I came here with my wife and sister to celebrate my 38th birthday. There is a nice mix of locals…read moreand tourists here, so if you pipe up you might be able to offend someone if you have a this or that perspective on fishing and whatnot. The bartender had extensive knowledge of local fishing and random history regarding supper clubs. The other patrons also chipped in with their wisdom over pretty much anything you wanted to know. The drinks were good and cheap too. Go to this bar.

Awesome 'up north' bar. The blood Mary is solid and reasonably priced. Met the owner and she's a…read morereal cool lady! If you looked up 'Wisconsin beer bar' in the encyclopedia, there would be a picture of Retreat Bar. If your passing through or on vacation, you can't go wrong here!

Amazing Northwoods bar and grill that has been updated with just enough modern convenience to make…read morethis former dive bar my favorite family run business in the area. I have been coming to the HD for years, but the new owners are making this legendary stop even better. Whether you are in the area for winter or summer, you will not be disappointed once you experience the warmth of the owners and the atmosphere of this Northwoods gem. Looking forward to seeing what you guys have been up to and my first spring suds when you guys reopen at the end of the month.

Hidden gem in the Wisconsin Northwoods. Recent updates/remodels with newer back area. Friendly…read morestaff & great food choices & drinks. Friday Fish Fry was excellent. Live music also a plus. Came across this place a few yrs ago and a must stop when in area. Location also easy to find - just off Hwy 51.

Much smaller less indoor seating since rebuild. Need tables not high tops. Thankfully the Guinness…read moremushroom soup is still amazing as well as the corned beef

Great server and best fish fry! Light and crispy, coleslaw was amazing! Plenty of food and priced…read moreappropriately.

Rustic ambience Unique menu…read moreSensational food The server was very nice (thank you Lexi!) I ate the food so fast! Can't beat the decor here Really good drinks On top Alternative breadstick Dinning was fantastic Humongous menu Astonishing Unique menu Scrumptious cheese curds

Rustic Roadhause isn't fast but it sure is good. The place was packed & a bit understaffed when we…read morevisited but our waitress was doing fantastic considering all that. We got the Cheese Curds, Pizza, Luau Chicken Sandwich, and Gyro --and everything was solid. The cheese curds were a standout, perfectly crispy.

I believe our waitress name was pam? She was so helpful and friendly- we had a large group and…read moreweren't able to get a reservation till late in the evening- The food was great I got the ribs and bread pudding- both I would order again! They offered three kinds of old fashions which I had never heard of before one with sprite and one with squirt? They had bread and crackers with cheese and olive tapenade as well which was great! I'll be back when I'm in town again

Great food and service. One of the best restaurants in the area. Highly recommend…read moreWe will be back again next year.

Not a tourist friendly bar. Plenty of regular barflies looking for arguments…read more Menu very limited

A family-friendly bar that serves decent bar food! The service is good and the bartenders have…read morealways been very sweet and personable. My sister and I stopped in for a quick lunch and ordered cheese curds, onion rings, and I got a buffalo chicken wrap. The cheese curds and onion rings were very good and tasted like they always do, nothing too special, but nonetheless good. The wrap was very interesting. To start it wasn't cut, so it was more like a burrito than a wrap. I cut it myself and there was a very large amount of buffalo sauce in the wrap, it was hard to eat without it getting everywhere. I ended up just eating the chicken in the wrap by itself. The fries were delicious and very crispy. I loved the atmosphere of the bar and the fact that it was so open. I have been coming here for years and they have always served very, very good food! I think the lack of quality food was due to how busy the bar was at the time. I will definitely be back in the future!

This review is long overdue for Angler's. As a true foodie, who worked for a food manufacturing…read morecompany, who eats out almost 5x a week, and at many of Chicago's best restaurants for 40+ years, I believe I bring an experienced perspective on the quality Angler's provides. Furthermore, as a life-long vacationer/ owner in the Northwoods, I'm very familiar with almost every restaurant in the area. So here goes. ANGLER'S IS THE BEST RESTAURANT IN THE NORTHWOODS. Here are the top must tries and overview. 1. Best speciality soup offerings in the Northwoods (and Chicago!!!). You will not have a more flavorful experience. Not kidding--best ever. Seafood Gumbo is the daily delight, but return often for the different daily variations. The only disappointment I've ever had was a Tomato Bisque. Don't get me wrong, it's good, but just not SPECIAL like the others. 2. Best burger in the Northwoods. I've learned the keys to their taste are two-fold. Their proprietary seasoning is just remarkable--a huge difference maker. Secondly, they only buy premium meat, which makes their burgers (and other items) exceptionally tasty and tender. Together, they will make your mouth water. Again, from vast experience, none better in the Northwoods. And that says a lot considering every establishment offers one... but only Angler's has this catch of the day...everyday. 3. Steak Sandwich. With cheese, onions and mushrooms, it is as tender and flavorful as any I've ever experienced. Why? As referenced earlier, the premium cuts of the most tender (cut it with a fork) meat and seasoning will turn your mouth into a sea of flavor. Of course, this applies to any steaks, chicken, fish and other meals they serve as well. Definitely, no "bland meals" served here. 4. Like a salad? Get it made with any protein added and you will be wonderfully shocked. Homemade dressings are fabulous (blue cheese is exceptional). My wife is picky, and even she says they are one of the best she has ever had! 5. Pizza. Good pizza is hard to find up in the Northwoods, yet, Angler's has a hidden gem here--"Angler's Special". Simply said, compared to Chicago pizza, forgetaboutit! Their Special is killer! While I'm usually a cheese and sausage guy, order the Special. It's, well, to die for! Main dinner meals? Mouth-wateringly good. No throwaways here. All meals make your taste buds dance--no swings and misses. Co-owner Chef Paul and his well-trained Sous Chef are truly artists in the kitchen. Serving large portions, you can't make a bad decision off their menu. What's it like to eat inside there? Well, it's positioned as "a restaurant...not a bar". And, in all aspects, that's true. With a warm, quiet, cabin-like, atmosphere overlooking beautiful Vance Lake, it delivers a wonderfully relaxing Northwoods experience, but never 'bar food'. Additionally, it's combined with a new outside dining area with large screen tvs and live music often. Located on the bike trail, ride on over and grab a table or saddle up to their beautiful bar. Either way, it's a fun, lively time. With any great restaurant, service is key and Angler's over-delivers. Talented, uber-friendly (and kinda sassy in a good way) servers combined with a fun co-owner behind the bar serving perfectly proportioned drinks adds to the dining pleasure. And guess what? Angler's offers all of this at a fair price, too. What a concept! Downsides? Only two. It needs a sundae added to their wonderful dessert options. In Wisconsin, where dairy is so good, just add it. Nothing creamier than Wisconsin ice cream! Secondly, there is a select menu of wonderful faire for outside dining. Currently only available inside, customers would benefit from having Angler's fantastic soup options included on the outside menu. Just a thought...but a tasty idea. NOTE: While other places are given 5-star reviews like candy by, respectfully, less experienced diners/reviewers, trust me--this place actually is number 1. As a true foodie with 40+ years of daily dining at many of the finest restaurants in Chicago, and almost all of the "top" restaurants in the Northwoods over my lifelong experience coming up here, Angler's is simply he best. If you want a restaurant that will consistently tickle your tummy and bring a smile to your face, catch what Angler's is cooking up today. (Reservations are required for dinner.) Bon appetite!

Good food, friendly service. They were a big help on the patio when the rain started. No big deal,…read moresunshine was out again in no time. Cash only!!

This place is a awesome North-Woods bar right off the highway 47, 5 minutes before the casino…read more If you like to have a great time and throw back a few while watching a game or just a game of pool/darts then this is definitely the spot to be at. The owner, "Donna" who usually tends the bar is a blast from the past and likes to have a good time just like her patrons... This is now my favorite spot that i come to when visiting Northern Wisconsin...

Love this family bar! Awesome place to watch the pack beat the bears. You know everyone in here…read more Donna loves new faces. Hope to see u soon. Darts pool horseshoes ! Go and relax and enjoy!

I was snowmobiling in the area with a friend when we stopped by on two separate occasions…read more The first night was very busy, with a musician just wrapping up his set. It took a little bit to get drinks; however, the busy bartender was pleasant. Noticing some patrons were enjoying food, we tried to order. Unfortunately, the kitchen closed for the night at 9 pm. Drinks were moderately priced and poured well. On the second visit, it wasn't as busy. We grabbed a table and placed our order at the bar. The bartender was friendly and brought our food out when it was ready. The pizza was good. My friend enjoyed his mushroom and Swiss hamburger and fries. It was wing night. We got an order of garlic Parmesan wings. I have to say they didn't look appetizing but were tasty. Drinks were good. Bartender was also kind enough to put the televisions on the hockey game. My perspective after two visits is that locals take priority. Drinks are moderately priced and poured well. The menu has a wide variety of choices. The parking lot accommodates many vehicles and it is snowmobiler friendly. To me it is a northern Wisconsin bar and pub. I'd give it another shot when I return to the area.

Nice clean room, great for the price, super nice people. I don't believe the room had a/c but it…read morehas a ceiling fan so just shut up, deal with it and enjoy.