We’ve been coming to the Thirsty Whale as a family for many years and have always had amazing food and service! This time was extra special because my boyfriend coordinated with my family to propose to me in Minocqua, then he surprised me with a dinner with all of our family at the Whale! Ella, our server, and the manager were exceptional!!! They were so helpful, kind, and excited for us. They took care of my family like we were their family and ensured that we had an absolutely perfect time. They allowed us to rearrange tables so we could all be together, Ella even put on my favorite music on the jukebox when we were walking in to the restaurant! It was so special.
Somehow, they even arranged for a rainbow to appear overhead so we could get some photos!! :)
Thank you to Ella and to the management at the Thirsty Whale!!!!
Awesome staff and service with an AMAZING view if you’re able to dine on the docks! Great variety of menu items. I had the blackened grouper with fries, my son had the blackened ahi tuna steak rare with fries! Both were amazing!! 😍😍
Stopped for a beer while snowmobiling. Good selection of local beers plus your standard offerings. Would love to stop back during the summer. Bartenders were friendly and there was plenty of seating.
Pretty dang good traditional American cuisine. Excellent burgers and sandwiches. Tasty crispy french fries. Fresh tasting appetizers, nothing to blow your mind but solid fried Wisconsin fare. Service was quick and friendly despite being very busy. Prices were acceptable and portions were satisfactory. Have been here twice, and will likely come again.
Classic Minocqua! Been going by this place for 30+ years. The views on the water are great, and there was even a water ski show happening when we were there. It was Friday night so the place was extremely busy. Staff was friendly and kind dispite being understaffed and over-worked during Covid. The food this trip was just ok. I had a burger and my husband had whitefish sandwich. Both were fine but nothing special.
This place is absolutely the perfect place for the best food....EVER! The staff is super friendly. And, their wild rice clam chowder is the best soup that I have ever put into my mouth. My new favorite place to eat.
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