Our family stopped here on our way to Minocqua, Wisconsin. Â I would classify this place as a diner and definitely a dive. Â A really nice cleaning is what is needed here. Â The Pioneer has some of the cheapest food I've ever seen. Â My hot dog and fries cost $4 and four of us dining (3 adults, 1 child) ate for less than $22 including drinks and tax.
The fries were surprisingly tasty. Â From the looks of this place, I wasn't expecting much but the fries were the highlight of my dinner. Â The extra star comes from the friendly waitress who brought my niece a bag of candy and allowed her to choose a piece. Â Putting a smile on her face warrants an extra star in my book.
The Pioneer is a much better option than the nearby McDonald's. Â It's not a classy place but it's cheap and the friendly staff will be good company during your brief stay.