Restaurants near Balsam Lake

“A staple for every visit to the cabin on Balsam Lake! We park the boat at the public docks and walk to get ice cream! Thank you for such great customer service and delicious ice cream options and banana splits and for hosting the street fair, dunk tank and bubble machine and slide!”

“Hopsack is a true smalltown gem! Great gifts, decor, clothing, kitchen gadgets and much more. Best coffee arround & an outstanding owners and staff to top it off!”

“We have been dining at the wonderful establishment for 3 years and both the food and service is beyond amazing and enjoyable! Thank the entire staff and ownership for your hard work and dedication to what you provide day in and day out!”

“Very friendly cashier who I think? Was the owner? Cute little place, nice area to eat outside in summer, we saw a heater that might be used for fall? And inside dining also, And the food was great! Casual atmosphere.”

“Stopped in from out of town. The Barred Owl is a very cool place with a great ambiance. The staff was nice and cordial, made me feel welcomed. They had two chefs doing a "pop-up" food service that evening as well. It was impressive. I highly recommend this establishment.”

“Nice brewery in northern Wisconsin. It is right downtown with great outdoor seating. They have nice pizza and a few other snacks. It has a modern vibe with some music and TVs. For beer they had 13 of their beers on for my stop. Kolsch, jalapeno sweet corn cream, green tea shandy, DIPA, Hazy IPA, IPA, Stout, 2 sours, pale ale, boysenberry blonde, amber, Bueno nitro beer(it's a stout), and 3 seltzers. All the beers were better than I expected and that nitro stout was smooth. This is a place I will stop again when I am in the area.”

“I love this place so much that I applied for a job here. I haven't heard back on the job but that doesn't stop me from coming back for the delicious food, fantastic drinks, and amazing service!!!”

“Had the best time just hanging out with friends. Bartenders were fantastic and very attentive. Food was amazing bar food very inexpensive too. We will definitely be back.”

“Hadn't been there in at least 10 years and it looks like it's been spruced up since then! Fish was deep, deep fried...a bit too done for my liking. Fries were great! Soup was a hit and the salads looked amazing! Will definitely try one the next time I go!”

“Went for breakfast and drinks with friends and we were very pleased. Food and drinks were both really good. Bartender/server was pleasant and efficient. Definitely would recommend!”

“We were a group of 8 and everyone's meals were awesome. From fish fry, club sandwich's, prime rib sandwich, soup's and salad bar. We cant wait til next year to visit again. Thank ”

“I messed up the time for my online order and realized too late but Ronnie remade the subs for me for the correct time. I appreciated them doing that for me so I didn’t have to eat a 2 hour old sub.”

“We visited the first time tonight for dinner. The place is so cute! Love the old school supper club atmosphere and the elderly woman playing the piano. Our server was wonderful as was our dinner. Only issue to be aware of is the bathrooms are down a stairwell in the basement. The 94 year old grandma with us for dinner could never have gotten to the bathroom and we had to quick get her home. My assumption that most places are all ADA compliant was wrong.”

“Always eat breakfast here when I go to Luck, Wis. They have an amazing yogurt, granola & fruit bowel! First time I ate their pancakes. Very light & fluffy!”

“Fantastic dive bar! Fun local crowd playing pool and cribbage. Holly the bartender provided great drinks, delicious food and sparkling conversation. I love a bar with clever, funny signs and pictures in the wall, and this one delivers. Gentleman, beware the girly picture in the bathroom!”

“The food was wonderful. The service was great and you get a lot of food for the money. I brought enough home for another meal and it was just as good the second day. Going back there for sureMake sure you make a reservation if you are going on a Friday night.”

“Best place for hot drinks in Polk County, service is always great and the drinks are always great. Very accommodating and friendly with large orders despite how annoying it probably is.”

“Staff are so welcoming. Food is good, lattes are great. We enjoy sitting outside and enjoying the beautiful scenery. Every time we are at our lake place we are sure to stop and support.”

“Amazing food, great staff, lots of laughs and all around outstanding place to stop and smell the roses along with get a great feeling for the heartland of northern Wisco.”

“Fun place on the lake. If you are looking for year round place to hang indoors or outdoors this is your place. Service is friendly and fast. Food is good especially the pizza.”

“The first time, won't be my last! Soup and sandwich special on Friday was on point and just what I was looking for. I didn't even get a chance to look over the menu that I have heard so much about. The soup was fantastic, and although i wish the sandwich had one more piece of fish on it, it was very good also. Looking forward to my next visit.”

“We were in their lower level for a baby shower. It was a great venue for that, but I really can't rate the food, service, or atmosphere of the bar upstairs.”

“I think old ellie would be appalled at the prices, it is ice cream right? As in milk and sugar... Yes ice cream should not be so much, I know, everything is but it's a snack! A treat. Maybe it's me. It is good ice cream but not at the price of a gallon of ice cream from down the street..Parking: It is ideal to find a spot on main Street, if not parking lot is in the back of the building. Go east on Birch Street and take the first left.”

“All in all this a great place if you are craving that "chipotle" style of Mexican food. Portions are generous, prices are basically on point with pretty much everywhere else these days, wife had a quesadilla while I had a burrito bowl and it ran about $35 with tip. Lots of seating with a very open floor concept.”

“Nice little cafe and store. The cheese curds and curls are great. The sandwiches are tasty and not heavy. I left feeling full but not logged down with grease. Also, a nice place for tea and conversation with a friend.”

“Take and bake. First time there to obtain pizzas. Med like a large. Very delicious ?I had to valley and let him know how much we enjoyed. We will order again in future!!”

“Came in for a quick drink with family it was dead, they were getting ready to close but were more than kind enough to enough to accommodate us. We appreciate and adore the dedication to service. Thank you.”

“Awesome boasted chicken supper on Wednesdays! 4 pieces of chicken, mashed potatoes, dressing,garlic bread & cranberries for around $13! I couldn't eat it all! Had chicken for the next day!”

“Was just at the winery, beautiful. Darla was such a big help. Food was great. Darla was very informative about the membership. I joined and am looking forward to all the events.”

“Stopped in for a quick beverage - staff was very friendly and the service was quick. Sat outside at a table and enjoyed the afternoon for a bit. Will be returning for sure - Thanks for a great afternoon!”