PHOTOS: A fire left a popular diner in northern Wisconsin a ‘total loss’, and authorities are still working to find out the cause. According to the Rhinelander Fire Department, on March 28 around 6 p.m., crews responded to a report of smoke coming from R&T’s Dinky Diner. When crews arrived, heavy smoke was reportedly seen coming from the rear of the building. The restaurant was reportedly closed at the time of the fire. However, the adjacent apartments were evacuated to safety. There were no reported injuries and no medical care was requested. Authorities say the diner is considered a total loss. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.