No Northwoods vacation is complete without a classic Wisconsin fish fry (no matter if it’s Friday or not). Here’s a look at a few places you can find a fantastic fish fry in Oneida County.
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Claytons 1881 Room, Three Lakes
If you’re exploring the Three Lakes area in northeastern Oneida County, don’t miss the fish fry at Clayton’s 1881 Room, a popular dinner spot offering “upscale casual Northwoods dining” along U.S. Highway 45. The menu is updated daily but features a nice variety of main dishes and shareables, and every Friday, diners can take advantage of a delicious fish fry special.
Rhinelander Pub, Rhinelander
This inviting restaurant in downtown Rhinelander is open for dinner Tuesday through Friday and lunch and dinner on Saturdays and highlights all kinds of dishes, from burgers and salads to steaks and seafood. Stop in for a cocktail and enjoy the Friday fish fry, where you can choose from flounder, cod, or walleye.
The Thirsty Whale, Minocqua
Enjoy a fish fry with lake views at this Northwoods institution. The Thirsty Whale overlooks Lake Minocqua in the Island City’s charming downtown and is open for lunch and dinner throughout the week (check with them for seasonal hours). If you’re visiting on Friday, you’ll find a smaller menu but one that includes their delicious deep-fried, blackened, or grilled fish.
White Stag Inn, Sugar Camp
Get a classic Northwoods supper club experience at this restaurant on County Highway 17 in Sugar Camp between Rhinelander and Eagle River. The menu is not expansive but includes many delicious options, including filet mignon, smoke pork chops, and a ground sirloin sandwich. Seafood fans can choose from shrimp, haddock, catfish, and swordfish.
Gerrits’ Lakeview Inn, Pelican Lake
Located on the southern shore of Pelican Lake just west of U.S. Highway 45, Gerrits’ Lakeview Inn is a traditional Northwoods bar that welcomes locals and visitors alike for delicious, affordable food and drinks. Bring your appetite for their Friday fish fry—diners can choose from cod, haddock, walleye, and perch.
