A little cold today and it wasn't quite the summer season yet, so everything was indoors…read more But this looks like a great place for summer drinks and activity. Located in the center of the Chain O' Lakes area, I'm sure this is a hot spot in summer. An amazing menu for this sports bar. They had a little (or a lot) of everything. I had the salmon with a bowl of one of their many soups. I wouldn't expect a bar to make great salmon, but they did not disappoint. I'd come back just to have it again. As far as the soups, I think they offered at least four. I ordered the Loaded Veggie (or something like that!). It was very good. Friendly staff, everything prepared well. Lots of interesting locals to talk to at the bar.

Well, another reason why I love Waupaca. Chain O' Lakes Bar…read more& Grill is exactly what you hope to find when you pull up to a resort‑area bar and grill-- it seems welcoming and friendly, and I bet this place packed in the summer. Even in the off‑season, it has that "weekend" energy, in a good way. If I lived here, this would be a primary hangout for a beer or two. They've got a solid tap list, nothing special but definitely better than your standard domestic‑only lineup. We ended up splitting a Cuban sandwich, which came with homemade potato chips which were quite good. But the real surprise was the jambalaya. Saw this after the fact but lots of Yelpers have been making note of this soup. Tons of flavor, great spice level, and it feels like something you'd never expect from a typical Northwoods bar menu. And yes, you can even take home a quart of the soup. Next time I am in Waupaca, I am bringing some home. The menu in general is what you'd expect from a place like this--burgers, wraps, sandwiches--but with more variety and more "made‑with-care" options than the usual lakeside joint. There's plenty of parking, and for warm weather months they've even got volleyball courts, which adds to that relaxed resort atmosphere. Overall: a great stop if you're in the area, and absolutely worth revisiting for that jambalaya alone.

Really nice place with plenty of room and comfortable seating. Very good beers and tasty food…read more Great service.

Beautiful room next door. Fun place to go! Nice people work…read morethere. Good bar food! Excellent beer.

We went back and had their buffet. I really enjoyed it, so did my family. A wide range to choose…read morefrom and fresh out of the kitchen. I had shrimp, steak, salad. So good.

Food was cold. Nothing impressive. All biscuit no gravy and what was there was so cold. Food came…read moreout piece by piece.

Waupaca, WI. I have to disclose I avoided Simpsons for…read moreyears because I would look in the door on Main Street and it looked like a typical bar/supper club. Last year I noticed the outside patio seating and was a little more interested, but the supper club vibe still turned me off. This year we were kind of desperate in a hungry way and decided to try it. I was surprised at how big the place is and we were led beyond the bar to one of the dining areas. Sure the ambiance still shouts out "Supper Club"! This can be avoided by simply sitting outside on the patio if the weather permits. We tried both inside and the patio. Our indoor seats were all the way in the back so we were not affected by the close seating arrangement. I liked the somewhat more privacy this location provided. The patio dining is great, just enough chill in the evening air to keep the flies and mosquitos away. The service here is pretty awesome. Both of our servers on both nights were helpful and friendly. And I mean friendly in a genuine way, just like you are immersed in a small town diner where everyone knows everyone. Thanks to Teresa and Amy for your cheerful welcoming character, and your suggestions about the menu. Even the hostesses, who typically are very bored young women, were outgoing and friendly. Now to the reason we are here: the food. The first night I was near astonished by the quality of the food and the talent of the chef. Do they call him chef? Or does this person refer to themself as a "Cook"? This is Waupaca, Wi. A small town in the Midwest where there are no airs or strutting about the kitchen? Regardless of the semantics this person is a highly talented professional. A quick note about the portion size, as that is important to me: Very Large. In some cases huge. The food is so good it is difficult to save room for dessert. The menu is extensive, ranging from seafood to quality steaks and chops, (I really want to try a hamburger, but that decision was overruled by their specials) on both nights I went for the specials. One night it was swordfish tacos. I was expecting the usual small taco experience but out comes two giant sized and fully stuffed tacos that were filled with perfectly cooked fish, avocado, tomatoes and other good stuff. The heat level was perfect, the capsaicin levels were high enough to get my attention. Unusual for a Wisconsin restaurant to be brave and insistent enough to serve this . Very well done! The other special I tried was the prime rib, which covered my entire plate, and I ordered the small size! They slow cook their prime rib which is how I like it. It was tender, juicy and delicious with real shredded horseradish on the side. Here are some other highlights we tried: The meatball appetizer. These are served in a hot frying pan. There are four of them each nearly the size of a tennis ball and they are amazing. Wow! Caprese salad. A beautifully presented sequence of tomato and cheese slices with a wonderful dressing. I'm not sure, but the tomatoes tasted like homegrown heirlooms. Filet Mignon with Parmesan crust. OMG. The taste of this beef is extraordinary . I suspect they have an excellent source for their meats. The crust on the meat was a delicious touch, Potato skins. Excellent skins, and a lot of them, served with a great fresh ground garlic paste on the side. This garlic makes an appearance also at the beginning of the meal, served with the bread. It goes well with everything. Apple pie for dessert. Less than stellar, and disappointing when compared to all the other servings of the evening. I was expecting a flakey light crust because everything else was so spot on. Instead, said crust was dense, doughy, and saturated with the starchy pie mix. The syrup topping does not work either, it brings forth an overly sugared concoction. The apples did taste firm and fresh. I just could not deduct a star because of this pie though, I was too pleased about the rest of the meal,

So I had high hopes for this place to be a true supper club but to be honest it's not. I should…read morehave known by the fact it wasn't swarming with people by 5:30 that it wasn't going to meet our expectations. Sure you can enjoy a drink at the bar before dinner but that's about where the supper club experience ends. Take a look at the online menu before visiting because the prices are crazy. I think scallops and a small steak were in the $75+ range. The staff was friendly and attentive but unfortunately it didn't make up for this not being a traditional Wisconsin supper club experience. Where's the salad bar?? We both had the Haddock special that was $23 a plate. The fish was watery beneath the breading, no thanks. My salad and the rolls were quite nice. We both agreed we won't be coming again as there are much better places in the area for fish.

I was pleasantly surprised to fina a delicious gluten free pizza joint in Waupaca. They offer two…read moretypes of GF crust, thin and thick. I have only tried the thick (original). We do take and bake taco pizza most of the time. Everything has always been fresh and delicious. Great locally owned business.

Wow!! Loved this cauliflower crust pepperoni pizza! OMG wish we'd found this when we first…read morearrived. This is a must stop; delicious!

Located in the lower level of Danes Hall, this lounge is definitely a hidden gem. You will feel…read morelike you've stepped into a different era when you enter. They offer bar and table seating, and also have cozy, plush seating tucked away in the back corner. On nicer days, Granite Cellar also has a lovely outdoor plaza for guests to enjoy. Summer hours are in effect now so definitely don't skip Tini Tuesday or Wine Wednesday!!! The lounge offers a diverse array of beer, wine, cocktails and mocktails. You can get old fashioned flights and mule flights, so you don't have to pick just one. For meals we selected the Cellar salad with chicken, and the weekly special of beef flautas. The greens and veggies in the salad were fresh and popped with flavor, and the beef flautas were so savory satisfying!! We ended our night with mini-cheesecakes that didn't overwhelm your tastebuds, and really had you leaving with a smile.

Excellent food for a good price. Not your typical deep fried bar food. The craft cocktails are the…read morebest in the area. You have to try an Old Fashioned flight! The atmosphere is amazing, located in the lower level of Danes Hall , a historic building listed on the National Historic Registry. The staff is very friendly and makes you feel welcome and appreciated.

I've ordered barrels of beer for 4th of July parties the past two years and they are so helpful!read more

Best Beer Selection in town. Great Customer care and if you don't see something you want, just ask,…read morethey may be able to get what you need!

I love this place. Food is good and quick. Not just regular bar food on Friday's with a salad bar…read more The Friday fish fry is delicious and a great value. Lots of beer and liquor options.

Wonder place with good food, fun entertainment and very reasonable prices. Daily specials and…read moreFriday fish fry with salad bar. Awesome service!! Family owned business and highly recommend!!