Where to eat Pub food in Tomahawk: The Best Restaurants and Bars

January 22, 2020 Madelene Haan

Reviews on Pub food in Tomahawk, Wisconsin, United States. Tomahawk is a city in Lincoln County, Wisconsin, United States. The population was 3,346 at the 2010 census. The city is located to the northeast of the Town of Tomahawk and is not contiguous with it.
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10. The Thirsty Giraffe Lakeside Bar & Grille

2200 County Road L, Tomahawk, WI 54487 American, Bar, Barbecue, Pub Dinner, Late Night, Drinks, Lunch Seating, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Television, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Table Service [email protected] +1 715-224-3368 http://thethirstygiraffe.com/
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3 based on 33 reviews

The Thirsty Giraffe Lakeside Bar & Grille Provides Appetizers, Salads, BBQ Pit, Platters, Sides, Kids, Sandwiches and Burgers and BBQ Specialty Sandwiches to the Tomahawk, WI Area.

Reviewed By AJ T

We visited the Thirsty Giraffe today. Not a pleasant experience. The day was rainy and windy. Many of our first choices for lunch were full since the resort visitors have little to do when it rains. We pulled into a nearly empty parking lot. First clue! We ordered the special hamburger described as having three meats. We ordered one with French fries. I ordered a craft beer. We swatted at flies to pass the time. The beer came and after a few sips my wife observed that the glass was cracked nearly the full length. We got the waitress’ attention. The waitress took the offending glass and returned quickly with another. The glass was filled to approximately the same amount that I had returned with a little more foam suggesting that the contents was poured from the first to the second which is not the usual response to retuning a cracked or dirty glass.------ Second clue. The wife excused herself and went to the ladies room. I swatted at a few more flies. She returned with the comment,” you’d think that they would check the bathrooms when they first open. There is no toilet paper in the ladies room. ------- Third clue. We swatted at more flies. The food came and the waitress left without asking about mustard and ketchup requirements. We each tried one French fry. They were very greasy, and we agreed that we would not eat the res of the fries.---- Fourth clue. We could use more napkins since the tiny ones that wrapped the fork and knife were now consumed wiping the grease from our fingers. We waited while we tried to get our waitress’s attention. We swatted at more flies. I got up and found a few more napkins, but did not see any ketchup or mustard at the serving station. The waitress finally returned for the obligatory question, “How is everything?” We reported that the French fries were greasy. Rather than responding with something like, “I’ll tell the cook. Thanks for telling us.” She says, “You are the first people to ever tell me that.”---- Fifth clue.We decided to eat the burger with knife and fork since the bun appeared greasy. We attacked the innards and found the hamburger and bottom bun were soaked in grease---- Sixth clue. We could only identity two of the three promised different meats. --- Seventh clue.We paid the bill which did not include an adjustment for the returned, not edible French fries, and left a minimum acceptable tip. We will not return until the management changes hands.Hi, I'm sorry you had a poor experience at The Thirsty Giraffe, and while I do wish your experience would have been better I would like to address your "7 clues". I apologize in advance for the straight forward nature of my response, but I find your initial review to be ignorant and ludicrous.Clue #1 - when transferring beer from glass to glass, it loses the head, it doesn't gain head. When pouring pressurized 35° beer into a new glass, it yields a foam head. The foam head is necessary to release the gasses and aroma, and thus an equal amount of beer as to one that has sat and had a few sips taken.Clue #2 - each stall is equipped with a dispenser that holds (2) 2000' rolls of tissue. It can not be changed until 1 roll is empty, at which point the user has to demonstrate the ability to slide the door and start to utilize the 2nd 2000' roll at which point we replace the 1st rollClue #3 - we clearly identify the fries on the menu as "home cut fries". They are not frozen and battered which can pick and transfer grease, they are home cut per order and in the process of deep frying the outer surface sears and the product cooks from within by the oil heating the products internal moisture. What you experience is not grease, it is moisture from the potatoClue #4 - the napkins we use are a 2 ply jumbo napkin, folded over 4 times to wrap the silverware where as most establishments utilize a napkin 50% that size. I personally have never had an issue utilizing that same single napkin through appetizer, main and desert courses Clue #5 - once again, moisture. You've ordered a burger which was cooked over a flame grill where it drips it's own grease not on a flat top where it pools in grease, topped with moist pulled pork and bacon or sausage. 10oz - 12oz of meat on a bun, if you wanted it dry it would have to be cooked to a point where all moisture had been rendered. Yuck..Clue #6 - you obviously didn't read the menu, because while it doesn't contain a "promise" what it does contain is a very clear description of each item. It start with a burger that's a ground blend of 3 meats - Chuck, brisket and back rib, topped with pulled pork and bacon OR sausage. Ummm, unless your a microscope your not going to identify the 3 ground meats which make up the burger, and as you've already voiced your burger was topped with the 2 meats as described on the menuClue #7 - I do not know why you would expect a refund for ordering and receiving an item exactly as described on the menu you ordered from, but I'd be happy to comp you the $3 should you choose to come back, actually read the menu before ordering, and see if you've figured out how to operate a toilet paper dispenser.BTW 2017 was a record setting black fly hatch, and there was absolutely no where in the Northwoods where doors were opening and closing with regularity that didn't have the same issue.Kindly

9. Tilted Loon

1969 County L, Tomahawk, WI 54487-8810 American, Pizza, Seafood, Grill, Bar, Pub Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Waterfront [email protected] +1 715-453-2768 http://www.tiltedloon.com/
Tilted Loon

American Style Bar and Grill located in the Center of Lake Nokomis right on the water! Our food consists of traditional Northwoods favorites with some city and country flair! We have indoor and outdoor seasonal seating, and plenty of boat docks. We are th

Reviewed By Love2Ctheworld1117

Stopped in here a few times, the appetizers are good, so on this last visit decided to try their pizza. This is pizza you could get at a fast food restaurant. Italian sausage is prepackaged (where every piece is symmetrical) and lacks the toppings you order (look from the picture how little onions they threw on). The crust is medium thickness (prepackaged) so for us (we like cracker thin crust) it was too much bread. I definitely wouldn't come here for pizza. The location on the water is great, you can pull up by boat & I would guess on snowmobiles too.Staff is friendly.

8. The Happy Snapper

1315 S Tomahawk Ave, Tomahawk, WI 54487-1661 American, Bar, Pub Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service +1 715-453-8686 http://happysnappertomahawk.cafesandrestaurants.website
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4 based on 30 reviews

The Happy Snapper

Reviewed By JEANNE3543

Love the fish fry and burgers at this restaurant! Healthy options like potato salad instead of frys and broiled cod as well as deep fried on Fri.Service is always prompt and friendly!Casual bar restaurant with a lake view.

7. River's Edge Bar & Grill

W4011 County Road a On Lake Alice East of the Bridge, Tomahawk, WI 54487-9180 American, Bar, Pub +1 715-453-3769 http://www.facebook.com/Rivers-Edge-Bar-Grill-667530050010415
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4 based on 9 reviews

Reviewed By Ann M

Excellent fish fry (Friday night) menu - cod, walleye, perch, scallops and shrimp. All are lightly breaded and all are delicious. Fish fry is served until 9 p.m. on Fridays; otherwise you can order from the bar menu after that. They have specials most night of the week, and the Saturday night steak and shrimp are mouth watering. They have ribs now, but I've never tried them, but they look delicious and others have told me they are great. Wednesday night is the buck/dollar burger and it is just the right size (quarter pound, I believe). I wouldn't order the Wednesday night burger for a while since I was from the east, I though it was from a buck (venison)!. You can't go wrong here with delicious soups, daily specials and the weekend breakfasts served until 11 a.m. Last Sunday I had the fluffiest pancakes ever! I highly recommend this bar and grill. They keep a clean kitchen and are friendly to boot! I forgot to mention the pork (loin) chops - the juiciest pork you'll ever have - the pork is my favorite but it isn't served on Friday nights!

6. Twin Bay Resort

2173 County L, Tomahawk, WI 54487-9591 Pizza, Bar, Pub Lunch, Dinner Takeout +1 715-453-2679 http://www.twinbayresort.net

Reviewed By kidsabc

I have not been here for years so we went on July 03 and oh boy was the pizza great, best I ever had. We went back with my brother and his wife July 09 and it was just as good. If you are in this area this place is a must stop place if you are in the mood for a great tasting pizza.Also they serve great local Wisconsin beers on tap and the service is fast, friendly, and with a great smile.DON'T PASS UP THIS OPERTUNITY.

5. Prairie Rapids Tavern

10223 Prairie Rapids Rd, Tomahawk, WI 54487-9577 Pub Live Music +1 715-453-4836 http://westendtaverntraversecity.barsofcity.xyz
Prairie Rapids Tavern

Reviewed By MKEAmyS

Some locals took us over here for drinks raving about the revamped outdoor space and they were right! Sections of tables, chairs, benches, etc. surrounded by landscaping - was great even tho the owner said the flowers weren't in yet! Right overlooking the water. Friendly place!

4. Boomba Bar & Grill

11083 Old 8, Tomahawk, WI 54487-9525 Bar, Pub Dinner Seating, Accepts Visa, Takeout, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Discover [email protected] +1 715-453-5588 http://www.facebook.com/pg/Boomba-Bar-Grill-133297183396036/
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4 based on 17 reviews

Boomba Bar & Grill

Sandwiches, Pizza, Homemade soups, Appetizers, Friday Fish Fry, Wednesday Wings.

Reviewed By cshaw049

Our go to every Friday night fish fry bar. Great service, good, plentiful food, good drinks, friendly staff and service. Outside patio is great for summer. Over looks Lake Nokomis. Can't beat it! Only thing is that there is only 1 "low" table so you may have to wait if you don't like/or can't sit on high bar stools.Thank you so much for the great review. We have only 1 "low" table in the bar, however, the sunroom offers 4 "low" tables, and our deck another 4 (weather permitting). Hope to see you soon to change that 4 star review to a 5!

3. Outboards Bar & Grill

616 N 4th St, Tomahawk, WI 54487-2123 American, Grill, Bar, Pub Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Discover, Table Service, Television, Highc [email protected] +1 715-224-3594 http://www.outboardsbarandgrill.com
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4 based on 56 reviews

Outboards Bar & Grill

Outboards is a fully remodeled family-friendly restaurant and bar serving everything from pizza, burgers, tacos, pasta, sandwiches, salads and appetizers, including many gluten-free options. We offer an outdoor patio on the river for dining or just enjoyi

Reviewed By wijmg

We ate here for lunch with my son's hockey team. The menu had suprising variety, good food, gluten free and vegetarian options. They did great with good quick service for our large group

Top 10 restaurants in Tomahawk, United States

2. Billy Bob's Sports Bar

N12025 County Road L, Tomahawk, WI 54487-8451 American, Bar, Pub Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Table Service, Live Music [email protected] +1 715-453-4984 http://www.billybobssportsbarandgrill.com/
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4 based on 123 reviews

Billy Bob's Sports Bar

We are open every day at 11 am. Sundays at 9 am. We offer delicious homemade recipes; sandwiches, burgers, salads, wraps, appetizers, Chicago Style Thin Pizza, Daily Homemade Soups & Chili, Friday Fish Fry served all day, Saturday Prime Rib Special, Sunda

Reviewed By jennyborchardt

First timers...nachos were like what I used to make in college ( shredded cheese melted on chips, and the cheese stuck to the plate) cod special was soggy. Husband said his burger was good, kids seemed to enjoy their kids burgers. Waitress was very friendly and helpful. Not sure we will visit again, just not worth it. Highly disappointed ☹️

Best American food near Tomahawk, Wisconsin, United States

1. Nokomis Pub & Eatery

N11980 County Road Y, Tomahawk, WI 54487-9636 American, Bar, Pub, Grill Dinner, Lunch Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service +1 715-224-3369 http://www.nokomispub.com
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4 based on 104 reviews

Nokomis Pub & Eatery

Reviewed By TroyG275

the bier choices are pretty diverse and the few we tried were not bad. the service those is super super slow. it's very disorganized. you could tell a few people had worked there for a while and pretty much all the rest were in training. it just wasn't a great experience.

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