Abrams, Farmhouse Restaurant & Ice-Cream Parlor Frequent diners rave about the daily specials at this two-story 1893 farmhouse. Specials include made-from-scratch sour-cream fruit pies, and grilled hot and cold sandwiches. 920-826-5851.

Augusta, Chuck's Black Bear The menu at this supper club 20 miles southeast of Eau Claire includes Saturday night prime rib and Friday night fish fries. 715-286-2687.

Bailey's Harbor, Florian II This casual restaurant not features ribs and steaks, but it also offers a stunning view of the lake. 920-839-2361.

Bailey's Harbor, Harbor Gourmet Coffee Shop Start your day off with a freshly baked pastry or a muffin stright out of the oven at this delicious coffee shop. 920-839-2331.

Bayfield, Greunke's First Street Inn Black-and-white photos of old-time movie stars and singers almost hide the walls in this restaurant specializing in Lake Superior fare. 715-779-5480.

Bayfield, Maggie's Enjoy casual dining and funky decorations while munching on classic burgers and specialties such as ribs in chipotle sauce. 715-779-5641.

Bayfield, Old Rittenhouse Inn Guests know this impeccably-restored 1892 Victorian mansion for its fine dining and lodging. Aromas from the kitchen range from steak with oyster stuffing to Lake Superior smoked trout salad and apple-glazed pork chops. 715-779-5111.

Bayfield, Salley's on the Lake Inside the Bayfield Inn dine on steaks, chops, and fresh fish. 715-779-5551.

Boulder Junction, The Guide's Inn Fresh fish is the specialty here, especially beef Wellington, shrimp St. James, and panfried walleye. 715-385-2233.

Chippewa Falls, Lindsays on Grand Lunch fare such as homemade soups and pies. 715-723-4025.

Eagle, The Clausing Barn Restaurant At the Old World Wisconsin living-history settlement, this establishment serves traditional dishes such as harvest chicken and Yankee pot roast. 262-594-6320.

Eau Claire, Fanny Hill Dinner Theatre Look through the dining room's floor-to-ceiling windows to view the Chippewa River Valley while savoring the cuisine. Afterwards, stay in the Victorian Inn which features private baths, whirlpools, and fireplaces. 800-292-8026.

Ellison Bay, The Viking Be sure to try the all-you-can-eat, buffet-style fish boil. 920-854-2998.

Ephraim, Old Post Office Restaurant You can't leave Door County without a traditional fish boil! Earl, the "boil master" will mesmerize diners with old fishing tales. Reservations are recommended. 920-854-4034.

Fennimore, Silent Woman Inside this restaurant, an extensive collection of antiques decorates the three levels of dining. Culinary zest and flair from New Orleans and San Francisco spice up the dishes. 608-822-3782.

Fish Creek, The White Gull Inn For breakfast, lunch and dinner (plus traditional evening fish boils), diners flock to this comfortable Door County restaurant. The white 19th-century inn looks like it belongs in New England. 920-868-3517.

Green Bay, Oxford's Cafe & Pub Customers often start with a pale ale, brewed at Patrick's Brewbaker Pub nearby, and mussels in a cream cheese sauce. Raspberry-pecan chicken reigns as a favorite entree. Another popular selection: raspberry-walnut salad with a tuna steak. 920-435-2233.

Jacksonport, Town Hall Bakery Feast on inventive sandwiches and salads, fresh scones, cherry-oatmeal cookies and other delicious treats in Jacksonsport's former city hall. 920-823-2116.

Kenosha, Frank's Diner A team of horses hauled this old-time diner to its present location in 1925. Patrons sip mugs of coffee and enjoy great food, while news drones on the radio. 262-657-1017.

Lake Geneva, Grandview Restaurant At this 13-year-old Geneva Inn, the restaurant features gourmet dining with a lake view. 262-248-5680.

Lake Geneva, Gilbert's Restaurant Organic meets Victorian at this 1885 Queen Anne mansion converted into a fine dining restaurant on Lake Geneva. It serves a unique blend of American cuisine with European and Pacific Rim influences. 262-248-6680.

Lake Geneva, Kirsch's Enjoy creative French and American fare at this French country inn. 262-245-5756.

Lake Geneva, Popeye's On Lake Geneva This lakefront restaurant serves items from the rotisserie, including chicken, pork, and lamb. 262-248-4381.

Lake Geneva, Scuttlebutts Tables beside wide windows overlook the lake. Steaming stacks of Swedish pancakes are popular. 262-248-1111.

Lyons, Ye Olde Hotel Sample steaks and other hearty fare at an 1860 stagecoach stop. 262-763-2701.

Madison, Bandung Located on the hip Williamson Street, check out this restaurant for simple, yet elegant Indonesian fare. 608-255-6910.

Madison, Jolly Bob's This laid-back joint offers delicious Caribbean cuisine and a colorful atmosphere. 608-251-3902.

Madison, Marigold Kitchen This morning hot spot is known for its specialties, such as chili-poached organic eggs. 608-661-5559.

Madison, Quivey's Grove Known for its hearty, innovative Midwestern fare, Quivey's, inside a 145-year-old stone mansion and stable, names dishes for figures from Wisconsin's past. 608-273-4900.

Manitowish Waters, Michael's Parlor This cedar-log building, bordered by perennials, is just the spot for breakfast and lunch (they only serve dinner in the summer). Glorious pastries, muffins, and pies costar with dishes such as corned beef hash and soups. 715-543-2550.

Menomonie, Old 400 Depot Cafe In a replica of a train depot, this café serves home-style cooking. 715-235-1993.

Milwaukee, Karl Ratzsch Restaurant The city's landmark German restaurant serves hearty fare in a classic turn-of-the-century setting. 414-276-2720.

Milwaukee, Saz's State House Enjoy a plate of sizzling ribs at this eatery near the Milwaukee County Stadium. 414-453-2410.

Milwaukee, Serb Memorial Hall Politicians from John F. Kennedy to Bill Clinton have stopped in at this community center on the southwest side, to shake hands, munch crunchy fish fillets and sip Milwaukee brew. 414-545-6030.

Milwaukee, Three Brothers A friendly couple owns this restaurant on the city's south side. Their specialty is their famous flaky overstuffed bureks-- dinner-plate-size pies filled with cheese and spinach or ground beach. 414-481-7530.

Monroe, Baumgartner's Cheese Store & Tavern For cheese lovers try, "Heaven Scent," an aromatic combo of aged Limburger, horseradish, mustard and onion on rye bread. 608-325-6157.

Nashotah, The Red Circle Inn This restaurant, operating since 1848, is the oldest eatery in Wisconsin. Locals drop in for the French-American dining experience. 262-367-4883.

Platteville, Timbers Supper Club Inside this Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired stone-and-brick restaurant, a medley of toe-tapping tunes, played on one of the world's largest electronic pipe organs, accompanies meals. Not to be outdone, the more-than-75-item menu ranks among the largest anywhere in the Midwest. 608-348-2406.

Racine, Helen & Craig's Bistro You can relax in booths at white-cloth-draped tables. Start with an appetizer, like crab cakes pan-sauteed and served with a chipotle tartar sauce. Afterward, you might order a gnocchi straccotto, with sauteed braised beef, and a sauce of diced tomatoes, carrots, onions and celery in a rosemary-seasoned chicken stock. 262-637-4340.

Rib Lake, Camp 28 Bunkhouse and Saloon Stop here for smoked ribs and fresh fish, especially walleye, in a northwoods supper-club setting. 715-427-2828.

Sister Bay, Mission Grille & Arbor Shop Drop in for a deli sandwich or an inventive salad. After lunch browse their gift shop where you can find antique jewelry or dishes. 920-854-9070.

Sister Bay, Sister Bay Cafe Owners Dave and Sue Daubner specialize in Norwegian dishes at this Door County cafe. 920-854-2429.

Spring Green, Spring Green General Store Fragrant coffee and freshly-made cookies are a treat at this bistro in southwest Wisconsin. 608-588-7070.

St. Anna, Schwarz's Regulars start with the restaurant's specialty: thick-cut, lightly-breaded onion rings. At every table, you'll find supper-club essentials, including a relish tray, home-style breadsticks and fresh-baked bread, plus fresh salad dressings. 920-894-3598.

Sturgeon Bay, Inn at Cedar Crossing Enjoy fine dining at this bed and breakfast in a historic building in Door County. 920-743-4249.

Sturgeon Bay, Square Rigger Galley and Lodge Locals recommend this family-owned spot in Door County for its famous fish boils. 920-823-2408.

Suring, The Boarding House Supper Club This restaurant in a simple clapboard boardinghouse is famous for generous portions of prime rib and heaping platters of steak and shrimp scampi. At an antique cookstove, you can ladle hearty beef-vegetable soup or sample one of the homemade salad dressings. 920-842-2884.

Waukesha, Weissgerber's Gasthaus In the Milwaukee suburb of Waukesha (17 miles northeast of Old World Wisconsin), you can sample German specialties such as sauerbraten and stuffed pork chops from one of the area's most famous restaurant families. 262-544-4460.

Wauwatosa, Eddie Martini's Inspired by a restaurant in Italy, this steakhouse west of Milwaukee has an upscale, 1940s atmosphere and excellent aged beef. 414-771-6680.

William's Bay, Daddy Maxwell's Artic Circle They only serve breakfast and lunch at this casual joint. Most regulars don't order off the lengthy folding menu -- they opt for the special listed on the blackboard instead. Daddy Maxwell's hosts a fish fry every Friday, serving fish tacos and fresh lake perch among other aquatic delectables. 262-245-5757.

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