25 Best American Restaurants near Arbor Vitae

“So good this is my favorite restaurant ever. All the staff is amazing and the double cheeseburger basket is so good. They have the most amazing cheese curds and ice cream ever. If you ever see a Culver's it is a must that you go there. 10/10 every time I’ve been“

“A must try! Unique menu and great service. The sturgeon is amazing.“

“Great food and cocktails in a unique setting. Loved our time here!“

“•••This place is a GEM••• We stopped here last week. We both had the Mediterranean Quiche & split the Salted Pecan Scone. Both were delicious. We wanted every item on the menu & the baked goods/pies looked so darn good in the case. The atmosphere is cozy & comfortable. This will be a regular stop for us heading north. ☕️“

“We stopped on Saturday with our rambunctious toddler. Service was beyond excellent and the pizza was great! We will definitely be back!“

“I had a burger and the chippers. Delicious.“

“We had one of their fabulous Bloody Mary’s and I loved their pho! Very friendly staff and nice comfortable atmosphere!! Can’t wait to come back….“

“Alexia was our server who was amazing! Food was great! Son has the Ruben and there was a lot of meat and very taste. My fish tacos were perfect! Sat where we could see the lake and a lot of people watching for the 4th!“

“Era is the best restaurant in the Northwoods. We have been to ERA 8 times. The food is delicious. The service is impeccable. I recommend ERA wholeheartedly without reservation.“

“Always stop on Friday for the fish fry. One of the best!“

“We stopped on our way home from Minocqua. Have driven past for many years and always noticed a lot of cars so had to stop and check it out for lunch. Felt like we were part of the locals. French onion soup was the best I have ever had. Will definitely stop again next trio to the northwoods.“

“We’ve had the pleasure of dining here several times…Celebrated birthdays, a couple holidays. Each time I have tried something new, usually one of the nightly specials. My husband primarily sticks with a ribeye. Each time has been excellent from libations, both the non & with alcohol choices (highly recommend the burnt sugar old fashioned) to service. Last night 3/20/2025 was beyond phenomenal….we celebrated our 10th wedding anniversary & were treated like royalty. Serval selection made us feel like we were back in the southern Caribbean on our wedding day. Thank you Chef Joe, grill master-Clyde, stellar server (and dear friend)- Jody and all the other team members for an unforgettable experience/ wonderful evening. Blood Orange Margaritas, Tikka Masala, Caribbean Scallops w/ mango sauce, hand cut Ribeye w/ Maple Bourbon reduction & blue cheese, homemade Coconut Cake w/ grilled pineapple ice. CHEERS!“

“Highly recommend supporting this locally owned restaurant and resort. Must stop if in the area or just passing through. Never been disappointed with a meal here and staff are beyond friendly. Keep up the great work!“

“Came here twice in one day. Both times the services was great. Nicolet our server was very accommodating and in a great mood. The Prices are an incredible value. Pizza was great and old fashioned were made in a true wisconsin style. Awesome experience!“

“Amazing staff amazing food and absolutely love the Bloody Marys👍👍“

“Outstanding chicken! Call ahead to make sure they are open, we stopped wanting to get some chicken to go and they were closed. Apparently they changed their hours with a note in the window but didn't update on website or social media.“

“came this evening for dinner and there wasn't much of a wait, but the younger blonde working the window was sat and ate her ice cream at her own pace ignoring customers and being very short with them was upsetting. she made fun of other customers when they walked away, didn't care to smile, and would walk away and not help customers with ketchup and sauces. the food is great but today's service was nothing short of horrible. I hope it was just an off day for her and it's not like this normally.“

“Fantastic atmosphere. Delicious food! My husband loved his Lobster Mac & Cheese! Waitress was phenomenal!“

“100/10 service! The food was AMAZING! The staff and owner were so helpful! Thank you so much for the extraordinary service!“

“Got to town after a long flight, this was the first place I went. This juicy burger was a magnificent start to a much needed vacation. It was locally sourced butcher meat cooked to a perfect medium rare, the perfect burger. Toasted bun, hot fries, at my table minutes after I ordered.

Wonderful atmosphere, the regulars and staff interacted with each other like a family, and I got to join it for about an hour on a Saturday. I’ll be here again on my way out of town, highly recommended.“

“We stopped here after playing miniature golf. It is a bar & grill on a golf course. Clean & nice atmosphere. Beautiful outside patio overlooking the golf course. The homemade pizza was highly recommended. My sister & her friend ordered the pizza. They said it was amazing & one of the best they had tasted. I had the mini tacos (I was saving my appetite for a Friday night fish fry 😁) They were very good & a healthy portion. Service was fast. Staff very friendly. Food arrived quickly & hot. Highly recommend this place.“

“Yall I can’t stand beer batter fish and this had to be the best beer batter fish I’ve ever had in my life! YUM“

“Point octoberfest beer is good“

“Great new owners! Always something going on!“

“Have never had anything less than great service, a wonderful meal and a fun time. Great outdoor seating in good weather. Perfect for watching lake activity and chatting with people around you. If there’s a wait, it’s worth it!!!“