Sat at bar for a couple drinks. Price of drinks was reasonable. We ordered Gorgonzola Tenderloin and Almond Crusted Walleye. Both were excellent. It was interesting to watch only one waiter take orders, serve, and bus tables. Peggy at the bar was interesting to talk...More

We wanted to go to Harry and Laurie's but they were closed. So we tried Hillcrest. So glad we did. The prime rib, best I've ever had plus the horseradish was the bomb 😁 the wait staff was great. Everything was very very good.

Fish specials, classic dining combos (ribs and chicken w/ all the fixins), friendly family atmosphere and Old Fashions made right, this is your place. There's no secret why Hillcrest Lodge is hopping every night of the week, it's a northwoods staple. My wife and I...More

Our food was excellent. The place is busy and it is not overstaffed, but was worth the wait. I had almond crusted walleye, could only handle one fillet. The veggies were also very good. Warm fresh breadsticks, yum. My husband had poor man's lobster with...More

We have eaten at Hillcrest Lodge many times. Their selection of entrees is excellent. Often, eating establishments only have 'bar food', but here there is much more. There are specials everyday: Broasted Pork Chop & Marinated Burgandy Tenderloin on Tuesday is outstanding and Almond Encrusted...More

The place has been in decline for several years. It was known for its walleye. Friday night we ordered walleye. It was spoiled? No one asked why we did not eat our meal We paid and ate down the road.

I'm always hesitant to order pork chops at a restaurant, but Hillcrest served juicy, tender, and great tasting chops! It was their special on a Tuesday night. We go to Hillcrest often, as we have a vacation home in the area. We also have had...More