If you look back over my reviews, there are not a ton of 5-star reviews. On my first, but not last,…read morevisit to Author's there was virtually nothing to complain about! We went to one of their limited dinner services. I had called the day before and reserved a table. When we were quickly seated at a table by the entrance, I admit being suspect of how our visit would go. The hostess asked if the table was alright and pointed out a heater by the table. Not only did it keep us warm, it made our table feel cozy. Despite it being very busy, I'd describe the restaurant as being a great place for a special date. Our waiter for the evening brought great energy. His timing was great and his knowledge of the food served was helpful. Without hesitation he suggested the Napolitana (which was phenomenal). He also made the restaurant less pretentious than I had assumed it would be and it definitely wasn't pretentious). We ordered the empanadas and beet salad as appetizers. Great picks and I'd return just to get the empanadas! As previously stated, I had the Napolitana. My dining partner has the quinoa bowl but added chicken to it. No complaints for either. We finished with two desserts suggested by our waiter. Although truly full from our meal, we polished off the tasty treats. I'm going back, just disappointed I've haven't visited it before now.

Went there for dinner tonight to celebrate my husband's birthday and we were treated unbelievably…read morewell!!! From the moment we walked in we were greeted incredibly warmly! Unbelievable hospitality from the staff (Jackie and Victoria). The food is amazing, fresh, dimensional and just plain delicious . The atmosphere is so wonderful and always cozy/warm. Can't say enough about Authors. We absolutely HIGHLY RECOMMEND. If you still haven't you absolutely have to check it out for yourself. You will NOT be disappointed!

Was dropping my daughter off at her moms and happened across this great joint. The menu is very…read morediverse and I'm sure everyone could find something. I had the Elm Creek Rare Candy Sour Beer which for $5 during Happy Hour was a complete steal. One of the tastiest Sours I've had. For dinner I had the Inverter burger with the bleu cheese potato salad. All I am say is YUM!!!. The food was delectable and all the components of the burger went well together to enhance The flavor. My daughter had boneless wings which were delicious and reasonably priced on. Tuesday special for $5. The restaurant was clean with a sporty atmosphere. Several games were on the TV and it had a feel of a nice sports bar. The wait staff was attentive and friendly. Would definitely come back here again.

Cheese curd sampler was it!! So good! Staff is friendly, great atmosphere. Drinks were great and…read moreit's a great dinner or hangout spot

Excellent wings. Got the breaded Option. Juicy with a very…read moretasty sauce. The fries are fine, beer was cold

worst fish fry ever! bones in every bite of the perch. Then to top it off they forgot my wifes and…read moremy baked potat. said we could come back for it. priced like a 5 star restaurant and they're a 1 star joke. DO NOT EAT THERE! you've been warned!!!!!

This place was awesome. Food and waitress were awesome. Highly recommend this place. Don't know…read morewhat else to say but try this place. You won't regret it.

What can I say? It's good food at a decent price and the service was kind and prompt…read more I had a burger with fries and loved it. My daughter had an Alfredo pasta and loved it as well. I wish I took more photos to show you, but I think we were too hungry for me to remember. Come here if you're looking for some good food and a low risk of disappointment. Great for lunch!

This is your quintessential dive bar in Appleton. Historic. A very good, although limited,…read moreselection of great craft beers. They have a very good selection of craft beer bottles in their coolers. Nice selection of Belgian beers. Great service! Some really nice drinks specials. The only reason for not offering a five-star rating is they offer no food. This is a great place to do some late afternoon day drinking!

This classic Wisconsin bar has an awesome craft beer selection and it is clear the folks here work…read morehard to have a good selection. The bartenders are nice and the vibe is campy (in a good way). The space is clean and tidy, and did I mention the great beer?

I first visited this place back in 2017/2018 as a recommendation from a friend from the area since…read moreI was in town for a wedding. I absolutely loved it and it became one of my top 3 favorite brunch places in Wisconsin. I happened to be back in town for work, and of course, I had to come back. Of course, it's still just as great. I've since come back 3 mornings in a row while I was in town as I don't even want to try anything else in the area. Their ingredients are fresh and local, and their service is great. Everyone is really nice and on top of it. The only complaint I have is that their brewed coffee isn't good and really shouldn't be the case. It was burnt and even smelled like it. Could barely drink it. I'd love to see them up their coffee game. However, I didn't mind because I love their brunch that much. Just be sure to make reservations on the weekends as they book up pretty quick ahead of time.

2025 update: get the butternut squash Benedict…read more We have never had a bad meal at SAP. The baked goods are amazing, the breakfast dishes so perfectly prepared and the lunch specials always great. Service is fantastic and we usually sit at the bar. Especially recommend the seasonal barista specials. The lemon ricotta pancakes are out of this wor

Very cozy atmosphere with a classy design. The food was delicious and hearty! The staff were…read morefriendly and treated us well. Overall, I would definitely recommend this place as a good comfort food spot or even just a great place to grab a drink with some friends!

My mom, grandma, cousin and I stopped here during a girls weekend up north. We were seated right…read moreaway at 12:30 on a Saturday. It's in downtown Menasha (close to Appleton) and we tried to hit a few shops nearby afterward but most of them seemed to be closed. Our server was beyond friendly and checked in on us very frequently. I ordered the elk burger which comes with apple butter, Gruyère cheese and caramelized onions as well as thick-yet-crispy steak fries and a smoked tomato aioli. My cousin ordered the same, but with maple aioli--and wow! I'm definitely going to have to try to make maple aioli at home. I appreciated the creativity yet approachability of the dishes. Rusted Root is the perfect type of spot to go when you want a good burger or sandwich that's more inventive than the average casual spot. Since I went in the wintertime, I wasn't able to check out the rooftop. I spotted on the cocktail menu that they make a vodka cran with lavender I've never seen that combo!

Food was good, but wish the place was little bigger. The waitress we had was super attentive to us!read more

Let's start by calling this a 4.5 star review (it's almost 2026, maybe Yelp could start allowing…read more1/2 stars). I've eaten here a handful of times. It is good enough to keep bringing me back. The restaurant is comfortable with spacious booths and tables spread nicely through several dining areas. The service has always been solid and the food has been tasty and reasonably priced. Today, I had breakfast with a friend. We were seated promptly and received our coffees (and a carafe) shortly after. The menu isn't as huge as some breakfast places but offers something for everyone. You can also get lunch starting at 10 AM. I've had their breakfast buffet (check for hours), their cinnamon rolls and several breakfast items. They have always been appropriately prepared. Today, I had their eggs Benedict. The hashbrowns accompanying the meal were fantastic. The flavor was good; however, my eggs were harder than requested. My friend had the kielbasa/sausage, which looked good too. Our server was attentive and helpful. If you are in the area, this is a tried and true restaurant!

The last time that I was there with friends, I had the Brisket Sandwich. It was out of this world…read moreDELICIOUS. Lawrence

Reservations highly recommended. This is an extremely popular venue for eating. It has a bar area…read morealways packed at 5pm, and then other areas for date night to groups. There's a lot of variety on the menu so most should be able to find something they like. The atmosphere is trendy and the staff is always nice. Everything I've had there has been good. I haven't found a dish that has completely wowed me, but for the atmosphere and choices I still enjoy it.

Field & Fire is a hidden gem!…read more Delicious entrees, great wines and bourbon complement the cozy atmosphere and service! We loved our dinner, sharing meatballs as appetizers, a perfectly prepared tenderloin and a delicious dessert! Can't wait to come back and try the pizza!

Fabulous food and atmosphere! Enjoyed sitting at bar watching food be prepared…read more Menu is seasonal which adds to new experience!