Backwaters Bar and Grill LLC - Bar & grill in Rhinelander - 4920 WI-47, USA

We're locals and although we have numerous dining options within 20 mins from our house, we choose Backwaters more than the others. The food offerings are unique enough to entice you to try something different yet all the northwoods staples are offered too. We've always felt very welcome by the owners and staff and the outdoor bar/patio/dining area overlooking the river is fantastic!

Only went twice this year but must say...great appetizers cooked just right. BUT...Big game changer..BEST Broasted Chicken in the area!!! In my humble opinion!!! Sorry we didnt get there earlier this season! See y'all in the spring. Our mouths will be watering until then!!! Judie!

First visit and we'll be back - excellent and attentive service, I had the BLT Wrap and potato salad - delicious, she had the Backwaters cheese sandwich and fries - also delicious. We enjoyed the beautiful view of the Wisconsin River while dining. Oh, try the "house made" chips, they are to die for. Enjoy your visit, we sure did.

Fantastic fish fry! Breading was well seasoned,light, and crunchy. Delicious coleslaw, tartar sauce, and Ole fashioned. Relaxed atmosphere with tvs for sports and wonderful view of the wi river.

We have been here for an hour and 30 minutes and still have not received our food. Guess we’ll pay for our drinks and call it good🤣. It was not busy about 3 tables inside and 3 tables outside???? What is the issue. We have never left without getting our food, and I am 67. 30 minutes ago they told us we were next!

Nice clean fun atmosphere that sells good burgers. Also right on the river so have some nice scenery. Staff was nice and friendly and fast would recommend and we'll be back thank you.

2nd time eating here. We didn’t review the first time because we wanted to give it another try. Food is good, cook and waitress missed a few things when prepping the food (pesto Mayo). Waitress didn’t come back to ask “how things are tasing” which is pretty standard. We know it’s difficult getting good workers as we’re small business owners. We ended up asking another staff member for something and she sent the waitress. We won’t come back even though the atmosphere is 5 stars!

We were told when we arrived that their special (chicken) was unavailable due to equipment failure but were assured they did have other selections. We had a party of 6 adults and 3 children. After waiting over an hour, during which our waitress came back once to ask if we needed more soda, I inquired as to how much longer it would be. I was told they also had outside customers. We had only ordered sandwiches, burgers, etc. No big dinners. But no communication regarding status! No apology for the long wait. One of the kids had fallen asleep during the wait. Not sure we will go back, which is too bad because it is convenient for us! No one was happy! Over $140 spent.