Wilcox Fish House & Restaurant

There's a reason there is never anyone in the parking lot. It's more of a small-town friendship thing- if you are a regular, you don't really care what the food tastes like, and just go because you are a loyal patron. If you are just passing through, however, head to Pete's in Brimley- they have wonderful service, great fish on Friday night, and a very cozy atmosphere.

The lighting is bad, atmosphere is awkward like a classroom. They bring out sides like salad and cottage cheese that are still wrapped in plastic. But none of that matters when you taste their fish. These guys do one thing and they do it better than ANYBODY. If you want to taste whitefish that has been elevated to its highest expression, akin to caviar and lobster, than you must eat at this restaurant. Bravo Wilcox!!

Stumbled upon this place years ago on our UP vacation. Was surprised to see a 40 min wait in the middle of nowhere on the weeknight. It was worth it! The best white fish we had! Ever! Prepared in all sorts of different ways, and every single one was tasty. I would put it in the rank of local attractions :)