With over 60 restaurants in Washburn County, it can be hard to choose a favorite. Lucky for you, the votes have been tallied for the Best of WashCo: Best Bites to help get you pointed in the right direction. Check out these top finalists to really get your appetite going.

Laughing Goat Food Truck – If you haven't visited the Laughing Goat Food Truck yet, you are missing out. The Laughing Goat quickly became a Shell Lake staple, well known for their specials like the Smoked Pulled Pork with Mac and Cheese, Monte Cristo Sandwich, and Gyros. Located just down the street from Shell Lake Beach, it’s the perfect spot to grab a bite when you’re visiting the Shell Lake area.

Pioneer on Long Lake - Located on the beautiful Long Lake, The Pioneer offers a wide variety of activities from grabbing a drink, unlimited recreation, and even sticking around for a week or more. With specials throughout the week, such as Taco Tuesday and BOGO 1/2 off homemade pizzas, you're sure to find your new favorite here!

Lakeview Bar & Grill - With a gorgeous view of beautiful Shell Lake, Lakeview offers a large menu and amazing specials. Take a seat on the patio or relax inside, either way, you'll experience great service, delicious food, and a variety of drinks. With options such as the Brewhouse Bloody Mary complete with cheese curds, onion ring, mini slider and more, it's no wonder they earned the 2024 Best of WashCo: Best Bites award. You'll want to stop in for one of those. It's a meal in itself!

To learn more about all of the area restaurants, visit: https://www.washburncounty.org/restaurants/