This is a top restaurant in the area. It features fresh ingredients for all dishes. That is what makes them great. Many organic dishes. The desserts are top notch as well and as always their soups are second to none. Can't wait to return.

Where to start? I had not been to downtown Wausau in 15 years. We chose this restaurant based off a look at Google reviews a week ahead of time. We were celebrating my mother's birthday and early Mother's Day with a late dinner on Friday night. We arrived just before 7 and were greeted by a very friendly bar tender... More

We stopped in Wausau last weekend and had the opportunity to eat at the Back When Café located in the downtown area of Wausau. It was a very enjoyable evening with great food. I had the 8oz filet which was very tender and well prepared. MY spouse had the salmon special that she raved about. The soup was roasted red... More

We ate here on a Saturday night and had left our 2-year old with his grandparents, so this was the perfect little date spot in Wausau! We had a nice corner table by the windows, a fireplace was lit and we were able to enjoy a locally grown meal! I would definitely recommend it for a couples or friends dinner.

save room for your entrees as their appetizers will definitely fill you up. I'd highly recommend the Back When Café. It's a classy, sophisticated experience but one that has not lost the small town feeling to what genuine hospitality is to be. When my spouse and I were dating we enjoyed several memorable occasions here and when we get back... More

We came to Wausau to ski and discovered this restaurant. Excellent food, excellent service, excellent atmosphere. The price can start to get expensive after some appetizer, wine, etc. But that's expected. Highly recommended!

We are familiar with this restaurant from our many trips to Wausau Wisconsin. Every time we come here, it is as if it was a do experience and a wonderful one at that. We recommend coming after 5 PM and sitting by the fireplace. The menu is always different and has wonderful creations by the chef that are interesting, beautiful... More

Enjoyable, classy, but not snooty restaurant. Really enjoyed our appetizer, salad, and bread. Unfortunately, I was full before the entree arrived. I had ordered crabcakes, which were ok, but it didn't upset me that I did not have room for both of them. Our waiter and other servers were great and attentive. My water glass was never empty.

If you are looking for dining at its finest and inventive cuisine in a wonderful atmosphere, Back When Cafe is the ideal restaurant. Expansive menu with incredible appetizers, entrees and decadent desserts. Emphasis is on farm-to-table with locally-produced ingredients. Excellent service. Atmosphere is wonderful, whether dining inside, street side or in the patio. Must-try items are the bruschetta and the... More