Location: Washburn
Top Restaurants in Washburn
Washburn Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Washburn
Washburn is a city in Bayfield County, in the U.S. state of Wisconsin. The population was 2,117 at the 2010 census. The city is just east of and adjacent to the Town of Washburn. It is in northern Wisconsin, on the shore of Lake Superior's Chequamegon Bay.
Things to do in Washburn
1. Deep Water Grill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 453 reviews
Reviewed By Curly - Midwest
After looking at the reviews of Deep Water on TripAdvisor we decided to have dinner there. It was a great choice. The special of the evening was a tenderloin with shrimp, roasted red potatoes and asparagus. The steak was done to perfection, the shrimp was perfectly done and the asparagus was crisp tender. The broiled Walleye sandwich with caper dill mayo and spinach on a ciabatta roll was delicious. I tried the apricot wheat beer and loved it.
Service was good and the manager interacted with the guests.
2. DaLou's Bistro
Overall Ratings
5 based on 118 reviews
Reviewed By TravelinGirl321 - New York City, New York
Don't let the modest exterior fool you - this place is a gem!!
Pros:
Prices are good
Food is out of this world
Wait staff is super friendly
Owner/chef is on-site every night
Atmosphere is cozy and warm
Cons:
You're might wait for a table
We came not expecting much, and we're blown away by the quality and flavor of the food at this restaurant. They have a full menu with pizza, salads, paninis and melted cheese dishes, and they offer one pasta dish each night. The pasta special the first night was quite possibly the best pasta dish I have ever tasted. My husband enjoyed our dinner so much the first night of our mini-vacation that we came back the next day. We ordered one small pizza and one other dish each night, and every bite was amazing.
This guy knows his stuff!
3. Black Cat Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 120 reviews
Reviewed By Angie K - Rhinelander, Wisconsin
The atmosphere is really nice. The service is friendly and very good at what they do. The location is very convenient and they have outdoor seating if you would like to enjoy the weather. I only had the coffee and it was very good. I would recommend stopping here.
4. Ashland Baking Company
Overall Ratings
5 based on 123 reviews
Reviewed By DanB1960 - Hudson, Wisconsin
Now the standing "great plan" for a summer outing is picking up a couple sandwiches from Ashland Baking Company for the cooler as well as some baked treats and picnic after a hike. I had a "bacon jam" sandwich that couldn't have been more delightful, and my wife had a chicken wrap that was tasty, too. You know the bread is going to be top notch. I consider both sandwiches "creations." Somebody there knows what what tastes good and can make it happen.
Price-wise, you pay a bit more for quality and it is noticeably worth it.
This is a must stop for foodies when in Ashland. I know of no better bakery anywhere.
5. North Coast Coffee
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
Friendly coffee shop located in downtown Washburn, WI serving fresh brewed coffee, espresso drinks, smoothies, bakery items, deli sandwiches and featuring Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream. We have a convenient drive thru and free WI-FI.
Reviewed By DanB1960 - Hudson, Wisconsin
Looking for dessert and a really good cup of coffee? Their ice cream is upscale and delicious, servings plentiful, and their coffee was really good. Inside it's cozy and inviting. And the staff was really pleasant.
What's not to like! From the road, you might not think of it as a quaint place, but it's actually kind of cute, and I know it will be my go to on every pass through in Washburn.
6. El Dorado Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 153 reviews
Reviewed By Cheese4ever - Saint Paul, Minnesota
My wife and I spent a number of days in the area and I had seen reviews for this place on TripAdvisor.
We stopped in for an early lunch and had the enchilada supreme combo. One each of beef, chicken, cheese and beans enchiladas plus rice and beans. All were good with a very nice mole sauce.
Chips provided to start were extremely fresh and crisp and the salsa flavorful and just the right punch of spice.
Service was fast and very efficient and the prices were terrific.
7. Coco Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 225 reviews
Coco offers a creative cafe menu while focusing on fresh and local ingredients with absolutely everything made from scratch. All our bread and pastries are baked fresh daily. Vegetarian and gluten free friendly. Welcome to Coco
Reviewed By Curtis P - Minneapolis, Minnesota
We were looking we're a nice breakfast to start our ride to Madeline Island. Coco is exactly what we wanted. Good coffee,eggs,and treats,yum
8. Patsy's Bar & Grill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 92 reviews
Check article on TripAdvisor: http://www.tripadvisor.com/Travel-g60359-c58329/Washburn:Wisconsin:Only.In.Washburn.Patsys.html
Reviewed By larryj2012 - Teasdale, Utah
After a full day of touring and hiking, we stopped to eat at Patsy's. They specialize in local foods starting with six oz. hand-pattied burgers. Wife ordered the Northwoods Burger topped with Apple Wood smoked bacon, cola caramelized onions and Wisconsin cheddar cheese. I had the Lowcountry burger with pimento cheese, and jalapeño peppers. Both were served with fries and pickles. Delicious. Enjoyed our meals with an Alaskan Amber beer.
The bar opened in the late 1800's. At one time there was a brothel on the second floor until a fire closed the business down. It was the place to be and be seen in Washburn - - and is still that today.
Some Friday nights there is a local band playing outside on the patio. Friday nights are also a fish fry with locally caught whitefish.
9. Frankie's Pizza
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 86 reviews
Reviewed By olhababy - MI
This is a must stop whenever we are in Ashland. The service is friendly, SUPER friendly, even, the pizza is hot, fresh, and delicious, AND it is very reasonably priced. If you like a good thin crust pizza, this is a great choice!
10. Good Thyme Restaurant and Catering
Overall Ratings
4 based on 112 reviews
Good Thyme is a small, well-established Catering Company serving up the best food in the Bayfield Area, Northern Wisconsin and Duluth since 1999. We’re a full-service caterer with trained chefs and kitchen staff, and friendly, professional servers and bartenders. We also offer: • On-site and off-site catering service • A gorgeous 100-year-old venue with indoor & outdoor event space • Overnight guest accommodations • Fully-licensed kitchens • Full Bar Service + Professional Bartenders • Food Handlers Permits • Liability Insurance • Rental Options (dishes, linens, etc.) We’re also the only caterer in the Bayfield Area with a fully licensed mobile kitchen to prepare food on-site and serve it up fresh and hot. Good Thyme takes an artisanal approach to the food we serve. We make all our own marinades, sauces and dressings, and beautiful presentation is always a priority. We make sure everything we serve tastes as good as it looks. We custom design every event menu, and provide a formal proposal detailing your menu as well as staff and rental costs appropriate to your event, location and menu choices. Please visit our website for more info, or call Renee to schedule a tour of The Big Yellow House and/or to discover all the Good Thyme possibilities for your wedding or event venue!
Reviewed By northwoodsgal61 - Rhinelander,WI
We had dinner here on Labor Day weekend and really enjoyed it. I ordered the rib eye steak with garlic smashed potatoes and it was perfectly cooked and tasty. My only complaint was that there were some rather mushy vegetables served with the potatoes.The steak was quite pricey compared to other places I've been My husband had pork tenderloin and was happy with that. The have a nice beer and wine selection as well as cocktails. The service was excellent. I wold definitely return.
