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Van Acre - Van Acre, Wausau, WI

Van Acre

4.8
4.8
312 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
Van Acre, A Wausau Experience.

A community with deep roots and a story to tell, Wausau is the kind of place to discover and make your own. This goes for anyone who wanders these parts from near or far. Whether you’re from here or took a road that led here. Whether you’re here for the moment or for a lifetime. Van Acre is a restaurant and bar that echoes this spirit.

Located within the one of a kind Hilton Garden Inn Wausau, our heart for homegrown hospitality comes to life with authentic food and drink, a captivating space and passionate team. Our menu is inspired by the region with seasonal rustic fare served alongside classic and creative cocktails, craft brews and a curated wine list.

No matter what your journey, we invite you to savor all that is put on your table and enjoy each other’s company along the way.

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2 people

9:00 PM


Booked 14 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Home cooking
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:00 am–10:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–10:00 am Bar Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (715) 298-6775
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Wausau
  • Cross street
    Located within the area's premier hotel, Hilton Garden Inn Wausau.
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 312 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Wisconsin

    Best Overall

  • Wisconsin

    Best Service

  • Wisconsin

    Best Ambiance

  • Wisconsin

    American

312 Reviews
  1. KristinS

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Food and drinks are always great, love the ambience and style

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Van Acre made a very memorable anniversary dinner for my girlfriend and I. We had great drinks and even better food! Our server was absolutely phenomenal as he was lighthearted and knew when to crack a good joke! Overall… beautiful place, great food, memorable night! Will be back!

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and drinks were fantastic! Our waitress was very accommodating and so nice. We loved the special holiday drinks that were on the menu

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waiter was wonderful and the food was amazing! Love the holiday decor and ambiance.

    Van AcreResponded 2 days ago

    Hello, Thank you for your 5-star rating! Our team would love to serve you again soon. Happy holidays! The Van Acre Team

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  5. LeslieB

    New Orleans

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Everything was excellent, the only complaint would be getting to our table. The host checked us in and then forgot to take us to our table. After that service was great and food and drinks were delicious!

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  6. JoelW

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My father and I had a great experience at Van Acre. Our waitress Moriah gave it 100% to make us feel welcomed our food was good and we very much enjoyed the ambiance and cleanliness of the open kitchen.

    Van AcreResponded on November 27, 2023

    Joel, Thank you for your 5-star review! We're so glad to hear you had a great experience and enjoyed Moriah as your server. We hope you'll join us again soon. Happy holidays! The Van Acre Team

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  7. ChrisH

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Remarkable and memorable place to sink every senses of good and elegant food.

    Van AcreResponded on November 27, 2023

    Chris, Thank you for sharing your feedback! We sincerely appreciate your kind words and hope to see you again soon. Happy holidays! The Van Acre Team

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our first visit, we were at the first table . It’s a bit bright there.

    Van AcreResponded on November 21, 2023

    Hello, Thank you for your 5-star rating! We'd love to accommodate your seating preference for your next visit. Happy holidays! The Van Acre Team

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  9. RichL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great dining experience and our server Michael was the best.

    Van AcreResponded on November 13, 2023

    Rich, We're so glad to hear your dining experience was great! Michael will be delighted to know he made such a positive impact on your time here. We hope to serve you again soon! The Van Acre Team

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  10. Denisea

    Chicago

    10 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall4food4service2ambience4
    The food is great and server attentive however we continue to be pushed through our visits (this has happened in the past as well). Rushed to order, rushed to clear & rushed through dessert. And asked to move to the bar if we were “finished” due to next seating. This is a turn off!

    Van AcreResponded on November 15, 2023

    Hello, We sincerely appreciate your feedback and apologize for any inconveniences you experienced during your visit. We have addressed these concerns with our team, and we’re always excited for the opportunity provide amazing experiences to our customers. Your feedback is valuable to us, and we hope to serve you again in the future. Our General Manager, Ryan, would love to discuss this further if you would kindly give him a call at 715-573-4951. Happy Holidays, The Van Acre Team

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  11. AmberC

    Milwaukee

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely amazing! My favorite place to enjoy relaxing and magnificent food! Must try the salmon!

    Van AcreResponded on November 13, 2023

    Amber, We're proud to be one of your favorite places to dine! Thank you for taking the time to share this glowing feedback. We hope to see you again soon! The Van Acre Team

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  12. John

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    great spot for a great time.

    Van AcreResponded on November 10, 2023

    John, We're so glad to hear you enjoyed your time with us! We'd love to serve you again soon. Cheers! The Van Acre Team

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  13. LA2eater

    Denver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had dinner with our daughter, son-in-law, and grandson. The food was amazing, the staff extremely friendly and the atmosphere was fun. The place to go for a terrific experience!

    Van AcreResponded on November 6, 2023

    Hello, Thank you for your glowing review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed our food offerings, atmosphere and the service from our team. Cheers! The Van Acre Team

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  14. MaryZ

    Minneapolis

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first time eating at Van Aces. The food was amazing. Good service and friendly staff. We will definitely eat here again.

    Van AcreResponded on October 31, 2023

    Mary, We're so glad you got the opportunity to join us! Thank you for the glowing review. We can't wait to serve you again soon. Cheers! The Van Acre Team

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  15. Kibby

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    We went for our anniversary. At the table was a hand written card and they even gave us desert on the house. Great staff and solid food. I will definitely be back.

    Van AcreResponded on October 31, 2023

    Kibby, Thank you for choosing us to celebrate your special day! We're so glad you enjoyed everything. If there is anything we can do to improve your next experience, please feel free to share with us. The Van Acre Team

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  16. ChrisK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Our meal was very good and we had a very nice time with friends. We were able to visit and not feel rushed. Some of the meal options were a bit steep but then again there was something for everyone with some things being less expensive. We plan to return again. Thank you 😊

    Van AcreResponded on October 31, 2023

    Chris, We're so glad to hear you enjoyed your dining experience with us. Thank you for joining us, we hope to serve you again soon. Cheers! The Van Acre Team

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  17. cynthiaF

    Greater Boston

    10 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    The pork was excellent, large portion. Drinks were good a definite must try if you are in the area !

    Van AcreResponded on October 31, 2023

    Cynthia, Thank you so much for joining us! We appreciate the recommendation and hope to serve you again soon. If there is anything we can do to improve your next experience, please feel free to share with us. The Van Acre Team

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  18. MaryV

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and terrific service made for a fun evening.

    Van AcreResponded on October 17, 2023

    Mary, We're so happy to hear you enjoyed our food offerings and service! Thank you for joining us, and we'd love to serve you again soon. The Van Acre Team

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  19. mtdewz

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 5, 2023

    overall4food2service5ambience5
    Beautiful restaurant. Waiter forgot to take my order but service was otherwise excellent. Pizzas were good. Smoked appetizer platter was good. My cubano sandwich had hardly any meat on it at all, super thin, was on a very basic white bread hoagie and the cheese wasn’t melted at all. Basically a toasted bun. They brought us a huge dessert platter no charge cause we had 2 birthdays and an anniversary in our party, which was very nice of them. Overall cool restaurant just disappointed in the sandwich.

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding food and service while entertaining guests from Chicago, Milwaukee & Minnesota!

    Van AcreResponded on October 5, 2023

    Hello, Thank you for choosing Van Acre for your evening out! We're so glad to hear you found the food and service to be outstanding. We hope you'll visit us again soon! The Van Acre Team

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  21. ScottR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food, awesome service, everything was very good

    Van AcreResponded on October 5, 2023

    Scott, Thank you for your 5-star review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed our food offerings and the service from our team. We hope to serve you again soon! The Van Acre Team

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were celebrating our anniversary and absolutely enjoyed our dining experience at van acre! Wonderful service food and ambiance!

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  23. Jenny

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Both steaks ordered were overcooked. One to the point of burnt on the outside beyond being edible. Mentioned it to the server but wasn't offered a new steak or discount. The drinks and sides were great but at over $40 a steak it should have been cooked to order.

    Van AcreResponded on October 5, 2023

    Jenny, We sincerely apologize for what you experienced with your steak, as we pride ourselves on extraordinary service, quality offerings and delicious food. I would love to speak with you further about your experience. If you would, please give me a call at 715-573-4951. Warm Regards, Ryan McGinley General Manager | Van Acre

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  24. LenW

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 29, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Xxxxxxxxxxxxxx. Zzzzzzzzzzzzzzz . Ssssssssssssssss. Vvvvvvvvvvvvvvv. Fffffffffffffff.

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  25. IzzyV

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious meal! We had a wonderful time with great service!

    Van AcreResponded on October 5, 2023

    Izzy, We're so glad you enjoyed your meal and the service from our team! Thanks for taking the time to share your feedback and leave us a five star review. We look forward to serving you again soon! The Van Acre Team

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  26. BeckyV

    Milwaukee

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and service! Loved the atmosphere and will come again!

    Van AcreResponded on September 26, 2023

    Becky, We're so glad you enjoyed our food, service and atmosphere. Thank you for your 5-star review, and we'll look forward to serving you again soon! The Van Acre Team

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  27. Casey

    Milwaukee

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 20, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    My server Was very knowledgeable of local breweries and offered his recommendations.

    Van AcreResponded on September 26, 2023

    Casey, We're glad to hear that your server had great recommendations regarding local brews! We hope you'll visit us again soon. Cheers! The Van Acre Team

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  28. ShariS

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was outstanding. Christy our waitress was knowledgeable and attentive. Sean the manager was a delight. The food was excellent. Flavorful and fresh. The menu has a nice variety. We didn’t want potatoes with our dish and was able to substitute for a different side.

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  29. Reneef

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We celebrated our 31st anniversary with our kids and we were treated like VIPs. We highly recommend Van Acre for the quality of the food, the outstanding service and the upscale yet fun atmosphere.

    Van AcreResponded on August 30, 2023

    Dear Guest, Thank you for celebrating your anniversary with us! We're so glad you enjoyed the food and service from our team. We'd love to serve you and your family again soon! The Van Acre Team

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  30. BillH

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    It was great experience, Will definitely be back again.

    Van AcreResponded on August 30, 2023

    Bill, We're delighted to hear you had a great experience, and we look forward to your return. Cheers! The Van Acre Team

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love Van Acre. It is one of our 2 favorite restaurants in Wausau. All the rest come no where close. Thanks for doing such an amazing job.

    Van AcreResponded on August 30, 2023

    Dear Guest, We're glad to be one of your favorites for dining options in Wausau! We hope to serve you again very soon. Cheers! The Van Acre Team

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  32. roundhouse

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great atmosphere, great staff and wonderful food. An outstanding experience.

    Van AcreResponded on August 22, 2023

    Hello, Thank you for your 5-star review! We're delighted to hear you had an outstanding experience with us. We look forward to serving you again! The Van Acre Team

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  33. AmberC

    Milwaukee

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect environment great food! Staff performance is amazing.

    Van AcreResponded on August 22, 2023

    Amber, Thank you for sharing this lovely feedback! We really appreciate it, and so glad you enjoyed your time with us. Cheers! The Van Acre Team

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  34. BlueHeron

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall2food1service2ambience3
    Chicken sandwich dry and bland. Lukewarm tap water. Annoying flies. Nice decor. Comfortable booth.

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  35. RebekahJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful experience. The staff was amazing. The food and drinks were phenomenal. They made our anniversary extremely special. We are already planning our next date night so that we can go back.

    Van AcreResponded on August 14, 2023

    Rebekah, Thank you for celebrating with us and sharing this wonderful feedback! We're already looking forward to your next date night visit. Cheers! The Van Acre Team

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  36. DavidC

    Baltimore

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 8, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    I was very pleased with Van Acre and it exceeded my expectations. The food was excellent and our server was outstanding - very attentive yet he gave us time to review the menu and checked in on a consistent basis. The restaurant design and ambiance was lovely. We'll definitely go back in the future.

    Van AcreResponded on August 14, 2023

    David, Thank you for this lovely and detailed review! We're so glad you enjoyed many aspects of your dining experience. We'd love to serve you again soon! The Van Acre Team

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  37. BrendaR

    Las Vegas

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We arrived at our reservation time and when we made the reservation we indicated we were celebrating a birthday and they put us in the private dining room. It was a great space! Our server Brittany was wonderful and attentive! The mock-tails were delicious! We had the cheese curds and brussels sprouts for appetizers - highly recommended. The Seafood Scampi was out of this world. The pizzas were amazing! Highly recommend Van Acre!

    Van AcreResponded on August 14, 2023

    Brenda, Thank you for sharing so many great details about your experience! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your time with us and that you'd recommend us to fellow diners. We hope you serve you again soon! The Van Acre Team

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  38. RobP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A bit too loud for a business meeting. Ideally it would be nice to have private areas offered.

    Van AcreResponded on August 22, 2023

    Hello Rob, It sounds like you'd be a fan of our private dining room! Please visit our website, or call us directly to learn more: 715-298-6775 Cheers, The Van Acre Team

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  39. KaitlinZ

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a mock tail mojito tasted amazing. Blueberry cocktail was strong but still tasted amazing. Burger was average. Ribeye was average with polenta stealing the show. Otherwise restaurant was kind of loud but nicely decorated

    Van AcreResponded on August 22, 2023

    Kaitlin, Thank you for your feedback! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the No-jito mocktail and Polenta. Cheers! The Van Acre Team

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  40. LoisG

    Milwaukee

    59 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    59 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I ordered an excellent Sea Bass, and the kitchen easily swapped the Salmon sides with the Sea Bass sides to produce exactly the meal I wanted thanks to my server Christie. Also very very good lemon chicken soup.

    Van AcreResponded on August 3, 2023

    Lois, Thanks for sharing your experience. We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the Pan Seared Sea Bass and the Lemon Chicken Soup! We'd love to serve you again soon. Cheers! The Van Acre Team

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FAQs

Van Acre is rated 4.8 stars by 312 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

9:00 PM


Booked 14 times today
Google Map for Van Acre

151401 County Rd Nn, Wausau, WI 54401

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Located within the area's premier hotel, Hilton Garden Inn Wausau.
  • Neighborhood
    Wausau
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:00 am–10:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–10:00 am Bar Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Home cooking
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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