The Dalles House Restaurant and Lounge

2 days ago

We figured as an expert, being located on Hwy 8, we would weigh in on the conversation! “Up North” is North of Highway 8 and we will die on that hill. So….if you are taking the Wisconsin route to Siren, Superior, Webb Lake, or anything north east….stop by The Dalles House Restaurant and Lounge and let us be your delicious “on the way Up North” destination!FINALLY‼️ A debate that’s 0% political — but every bit just as divisive 🤪 Where does “Up North” REALLY begin in Wisconsin⁉️

OPTION 1: The Top Half of Wisconsin

According to the state cartographer’s office, the geographic center of Wisconsin is near Auburndale, along Highway 10, west of Stevens Point. So, geographically, everything north of Stevens Point is “Up North” by this definition.

OPTION 2: Everything North of Highway 8

In 2017, the Journal Sentinel asked readers which west-to-east highway defines the southern border of “Up North” territory. Highway 8, which runs from St. Croix Falls east through Rhinelander to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula border, won with 7,000 votes. But many people commented that Highway 29, which stretches from Chippewa Falls through Wausau to Green Bay, was omitted.

OPTION 3: Where the Northwoods Begin

Evergreens and lakes are two distinct features of Wisconsin’s Northwoods forests, which span the state’s 22 northernmost counties, including Barron, Rusk, Taylor, Lincoln, Langlade, Shawano, Oconto, and everything north of those. While only 44% of Wisconsin’s total land mass remains forested, 75% is forested in the Northwoods.

OPTION 4: North of the “Tension Zone”

According to the Wisconsin Dept. of Natural Resources, the tension zone marks the boundary between the state’s two distinct regions: the southwest (filled with oak savanna, prairie, and deciduous forest) and the northeast (filled with a mixed deciduous-coniferous forest). This zone stretches from Burnett County to Portage, then east to Outagamie and south through Kettle Moraine to Racine County.

OPTION 5: Portage’s “Where the North Begins” Sign

Portage is the state’s southernmost city to market itself as a gateway to the north, greeting visitors with a sign that reads, “Historic Portage– Where the North Begins.” The city was a gateway to the north long ago, when travelers depended on waterways to travel. In northeastern Wisconsin, Crivitz has a similar slogan, billing itself as the “Gateway to the North.”

OPTION 6: The Officially-Branded “Northwoods of Wisconsin” Cities

If you’d rather be safe than sorry, five counties have branded themselves as the Northwoods of Wisconsin: Forest, Langlade, Lincoln, Oneida, and Vilas. With two of those towns bordering the Upper Peninsula, it’s hard to argue they’re not “Up North.” The group even has an official website, thenorthwoodsofwisconsin.com. ... See MoreSee Less

The Dalles House Restaurant and Lounge

4 days ago

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The Dalles House Restaurant and Lounge

5 days ago

✨ Sunday Brunch Buffet at The Dalles House Supper Club ✨

Spend your Sunday enjoying one of the St. Croix Valley’s favorite brunch traditions at The Dalles House Supper Club. Our kitchen prepares a generous buffet of comforting breakfast favorites, hearty classics, and chef-crafted specialties — perfect for gathering with family and friends.

📅 Sunday Brunch Buffet
🕙 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Last Seating 1:15 PM)

💲 $23.99 – Adults & Children 12+
💲 $12.99 – Children 7–11
👧 FREE – Children 6 & Under

🍽️ This Week’s Brunch Buffet Features

🥗 Full Salad Bar – A vibrant assortment of crisp garden greens, fresh vegetables, and house-prepared cold salads with classic accompaniments and dressings.

🍲 Homestyle Beef Stew – Slow-simmered tender beef with rustic vegetables in a deeply savory broth.

🍰 Dessert Bar – An inviting assortment of house-made desserts and sweet indulgences to finish your brunch.

🍳 Cheesy Farm Scrambled Eggs – Fluffy scrambled eggs blended with melted cheese for a rich breakfast favorite.

🥞 Buttermilk Pancakes – Light, golden pancakes served with butter and warm maple syrup.

🍞 Classic French Toast – Thick-cut bread dipped in sweet egg batter and grilled to a golden finish.

🥓 Applewood Smoked Bacon – Crisp, smoky bacon cooked to perfection.

🌭 Savory Breakfast Sausage – Traditional breakfast sausage with hearty flavor.

🥔 Golden Hashbrowns – Crispy skillet-style hashbrowns with a tender center.

🥖 Buttermilk Biscuits & Country Sausage Gravy – Flaky biscuits topped with creamy house-made sausage gravy.

🍖 Honey Mustard Glazed Ham – Tender ham finished with a sweet and tangy honey mustard glaze.

🥕 Dill Garlic Butter Carrots – Sweet carrots sautéed with garlic, butter, and fresh dill.

🥔 Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes – Creamy mashed potatoes whipped with roasted garlic and butter.

🥩 Brandy Peppercorn Beef Tenderloin – Grilled beef tenderloin medallions finished with a rich brandy peppercorn cream sauce.

Join us for a relaxed Sunday morning filled with great food, warm hospitality, and classic supper club tradition. Bring the family, bring your appetite, and enjoy a brunch that has become a local favorite week after week.

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