The Guide's Inn

Boulder Junction's Dining Destination

The Guide’s Inn has been Boulder Junction’s favorite restaurant since 1984. Delight in our carefully crafted meals and warm hospitality, making every visit a memorable culinary experience in the Northwoods.

Atmosphere

As you settle into our cozy dining area or classic bar, you’ll be treated to attentive service and genuine hospitality. Our staff takes pride in making every guest feel like family, ensuring that your dining experience is nothing short of exceptional.

Relax in our cozy dining room and enjoy the inviting atmosphere of The Guide’s Inn, where great food and friendly service are always on the menu.

Kitchen

Step into our kitchen, where creativity knows no bounds. Our chefs blend traditional Northwoods flavors with innovative techniques to create dishes that delight the palate.

Tastes

Taste the passion on every plate that leaves our kitchen, where dedication to quality and excellence shines through in every bite.

Our Legacy

Founded on the principles of quality, consistency, and passion for great food, The Guide’s Inn has become a cornerstone of the Boulder Junction community. Our history is rooted in delivering delicious, home-cooked meals that bring people together. We take pride in our legacy and strive to preserve the rich traditions that have defined us for decades.

At The Guide’s Inn, we are dedicated to providing an exceptional dining experience that blends the rich traditions of the Northwoods with culinary excellence. Whether you’re a local resident or a visitor exploring the beauty of Boulder Junction, we invite you to enjoy the warm hospitality, unique ambiance, and exquisite cuisine that have made The Guide’s Inn a cherished destination for decades.

Our History

From the days of Prohibition to the present, Guides Inn has remained a beacon of hospitality in the Northwoods. Our legacy lives on in the memories of our patrons and the stories we’ve shared.

1920's

Jim Blaisdel opened the first gin mill in the brown shack behind the Inn; it was there where they stored the moonshine that was brought up on the railroad to serve lumberjacks.

1936

Jesse and Johny built The Guides Inn as it is presently known as their home. Through the years they remodeled it into a bar & restaurant.

1971

Jesse died in 1971. Johny then sold the inn to Hugh Gibson, Bob Flannery and Frank Copeland, which then became known as The Junction.

1972

The Junction was purchased by Gary and Pat Geurts from Green Bay, and was renamed The Guides Inn. The Inn got its name because of the many fishing guides that frequented The Inn after fishing.

1978

The Junction was purchased by Gary and Pat Geurts from Green Bay, and was renamed The Guides Inn.

The Inn got its name because of the many fishing guides that frequented The Inn after fishing.

1984

Owned and operated by Jimmy Dean Vanrossum, it will continue to be named The Guides Inn and will strive to serve fine food & spirits in the northwoods.

Join Us

We invite you to be a part of our story and experience the warmth and flavor of Guides Inn for yourself. Whether you’re a longtime resident or a first-time visitor, we look forward to welcoming you with open arms and serving you the finest food and spirits in the Northwoods.

Testimonials

Our Guest's Voices

At The Guide’s Inn, we take pride in providing an exceptional dining experience. But don’t just take our word for it — hear what our guests have to say!

Wow, Better than ever. So glad you are back. Food, as always, was outstanding. Chef Jesse you out did yourself. Rachel, so good to see you. You are a Rockstar. Dont miss this destination.

Karen Frazer

It is completely heartbreaking that this place is closing. It has a rich 40-year history, and people come from all over the country to eat here. We went a week before they are scheduled to close for good. Everything was completely flawless from presentation to taste to variety.

Kala Wanders

Gourmet Dining in a Casual Northwoods Atmosphere

Fine Dining in Boulder Junction, WI

Celebrate the rich culinary traditions of the Northwoods at The Guide’s Inn, where every dish is a nod to our heritage and commitment to quality.

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