The best restaurants in Wausau
33 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.
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Breakfast Bear
RestaurantsBreakfast Bear spins local ingredients into morning magic, from the Grizzly Hash Brown Skillet and Chef’s Biscuits & Gravy to that…
Breakfast Bear
RestaurantsWhen you need a low-stress outing that entertains the kids and your inner 12-year-old, Wausau on Water (WOW Family Entertainment Center)…
BroKogi Korean Fusion Restaurant
RestaurantsCasual restaurant serving Korean fusion fare including stone pot bibimbap and kimchi fried rice.
BroKogi Korean Fusion Restaurant
RestaurantsNoodles and Company
RestaurantsCounter-serve chain offering international noodle & pasta dishes from mac 'n' cheese to Pad Thai.
Noodles and Company
RestaurantsToppers Pizza
RestaurantsPizzeria chain making pies with unusual toppings (wings too), offered at counter or via delivery.
Toppers Pizza
RestaurantsToppers Pizza
RestaurantsPizzeria chain making pies with unusual toppings (wings too), offered at counter or via delivery.
Toppers Pizza
RestaurantsPJ's - SentryWorld
RestaurantsRelaxed golf-course eatery serving classic Wisconsin eats, wood-fired pizza & local craft beers.
PJ's - SentryWorld
RestaurantsVan Acre
RestaurantsCharming eatery at the Hilton Garden Inn serving a menu of rustic fare, craft brews, cocktails and wine in warm digs.
Van Acre
RestaurantsEra Cafe Rib Mountain
RestaurantsRelaxed eatery for breakfast, lunch and brunch eats such as eggs, omelets, pancakes and French toast, plus fresh juices.
Era Cafe Rib Mountain
RestaurantsBrews Brothers Pub
RestaurantsRelaxed, contemporary eatery serving creative burgers & pub grub, plus craft beer & wine.
Brews Brothers Pub
RestaurantsMilwaukee Burger Company - Wausau
RestaurantsEasygoing standby serving handcrafted burgers & many beers on tap, plus shakes, wings & cocktails.
Milwaukee Burger Company - Wausau
RestaurantsMichele's Restaurant and Catering
RestaurantsLeisurely eatery for steaks, seafood and other traditional mains, plus a bar with beer, wine and cocktails.
Michele's Restaurant and Catering
RestaurantsMasa Sushi Grill And Bar
RestaurantsHibachi restaurant offering a menu, such as bento boxes, tempura and sushi rolls.
Masa Sushi Grill And Bar
RestaurantsPizza Hut
RestaurantsPopular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.
Pizza Hut
RestaurantsChop-Stix Bourbon BBQ & Sushi
RestaurantsPopular spot serving up the bourbon BBQ chicken alongside fast food fare such as sushi and lo mein.
Chop-Stix Bourbon BBQ & Sushi
RestaurantsCiao
RestaurantsItalian fusion fare is served at this chic supper club with a full bar and homemade pastas.
Ciao
RestaurantsWestsider Diner & Lounge
RestaurantsCozy diner offering breakfast and comfort food such as burgers and BLTs, plus a full bar.
Westsider Diner & Lounge
Restaurants6th Street Filling Station
RestaurantsCafe and eatery offering burgers, cinnamon rolls, breakfast options lunch fare and other dishes, including gluten-free items.
6th Street Filling Station
RestaurantsWausau Mine Company
RestaurantsFamily-friendly spot styled as a gold-mine shaft featuring Italian & American fare plus a game room.
Wausau Mine Company
RestaurantsRopa's Chicago Style Pizza
RestaurantsCompact, counter-serve pizzeria offering deep-dish & thin-crust pies, plus salads & hot sandwiches.
Ropa's Chicago Style Pizza
RestaurantsBack When Cafe
RestaurantsFarm-to-table American fare & signature martinis served in an urban-rustic space with high ceilings.
Back When Cafe
RestaurantsLoading Zone Eatery
RestaurantsModest roadside eatery & bar offering steaks, seafood & a Friday fish fry, plus nightly specials.
Loading Zone Eatery
RestaurantsThe Garage
RestaurantsLaid-back bar and eatery sporting a patio and a wrench-shaped bar as well as pizza and burgers. Free nachos.
The Garage
RestaurantsShanghai Grill
RestaurantsChinese & Japanese cooking, sushi & vegetarian dishes offered with a limited wine list.
Shanghai Grill
RestaurantsLemongrass Asian Fusion Restaurant & Bar
RestaurantsThai dishes such as pad Thai, curries, and spring rolls served in a casual, kid-friendly setting.
Lemongrass Asian Fusion Restaurant & Bar
RestaurantsBecca's | Cafe • Bistro • Catering
RestaurantsBright counter-serve cafe on 2 floors offering gourmet sandwiches & soups, plus smoothies & beer.
Becca's | Cafe • Bistro • Catering
RestaurantsTokyo Steak House
RestaurantsSerene setting for sushi rolls & hibachi-grill entrees amid traditional Japanese decor.
Tokyo Steak House
RestaurantsRed Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews
RestaurantsChain for gourmet burgers & other American comfort fare.
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews
RestaurantsWasabi | Teppanyaki & Sushi Bar
RestaurantsLight-filled, modern chain branch serving up bento boxes, sushi and hot Japanese dishes.
Wasabi | Teppanyaki & Sushi Bar
RestaurantsSam's Pizza | Wausau
RestaurantsLong-standing pizza parlor featuring traditional pies & draft brews in an old-fashioned dining room.
Sam's Pizza | Wausau
RestaurantsThe Velveteen Plum
RestaurantsRooftop restaurant and bar overlooking Rib Mountain (and Granite Peak) for cocktails, steaks and fish fry.
The Velveteen Plum
RestaurantsCHAR Grillhouse
RestaurantsLaid-back eatery featuring grilled meat and seafood dishes (including burgers), and wine, beer and cocktails.
CHAR Grillhouse
RestaurantsBB Jacks Pizza and Sandwich Lounge
RestaurantsPizza and burger joint also serving beer at TVs for sports fans. Burgers are available as well.
BB Jacks Pizza and Sandwich Lounge
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