I love that this place is walking distance to my friend's house! The outdoor patio fills up quickly…read moreon nice days, but if you can get a table it's a great place to bring kids and dogs with the outdoor games and turf. We often bring our own games too. The best time to visit is when there is a food truck, otherwise there aren't food options. I would think you could bring your own, but I've never verified. The inside is pretty cute too and has nice vibes if you just want to hang out with a drink or two. They've been understaffed on days when it is surprisingly nice and the place is nearly full outside when they open and they only have one bartender, but hopefully with the season change that gets figured out.

This place is ADORABLE! I am absolutely obsessed with the Rusty Bee Lounge. It's right down the…read moreroad from my house, so we walk there. It's family friendly, with lots of green space outside for the kids to play, and they have yard games. The drinks are delicious, and I love trying the different specials they have. They don't serve food, but frequently have different food trucks that come, which is honestly better because then I can try places I haven't before! I can't say enough good things about the Rusty Bee. Our family loves it here!

One of my favorites in Oregon, WI! The Wine Reserve is located right in downtown in a building that…read moreused to be an old bank. The owners did a fantastic job renovating the space but keeping the charm. There is a self serve wine dispenser as well as a full bar. Light snacks are Available including cheese boards, truffles and popcorn, and they have a fabulous back patio! Occasional live music and other fun events are planned. I have to say one of my favorites is that they open early on the first day of school and the last day of school for mimosas and bloody Mary's. There is parking in the back and two gender neutral bathrooms. Drinks can be pricy... but their lemon drop is worth it!

A visit to rowntown Oregon is not complete without sipping something at @thewinereservewi . This…read moreindustrial brick interior and perfect back patio make this place a must- hang. The sangria with was perfection!!! The staff is so personable and friendly.

This spot is quite classy and serves the kinda cocktails that are full of fancy ingredients I…read morebarely recognize! I've been several times and the drinks are always delicious. The bartenders are nice and welcoming! It's a bit pricier than other spots in Madison, but it feels fairly priced since they are doing so much more than just cracking open a can. These bartenders are really more like cocktail artists!

A great place for a drink. Classic Madison tavern on the outside, cool laid-back vibe inside. My…read moremarg was spot on and not from a mix.

fawn's review is hot trash. i love it here. plus they make a great cocktail but i dunno what it's…read morecalled.

Atomic Koi Cocktail Lounge in Fitchburg, WI has potential to improve if they had the right staff! I…read morehave gone there on more than one occasion where their bartenders were rude, unprofessional, and ruined the overall experience. My husband still loves coming to Atomic Koi Cocktail Lounge because it's a laid back lounge away from the rowdier young local college students bar atmosphere that's still vibrant with an eclectic vibe with illuminated fish tanks and a fun cozy ambiance. The crowd is mostly young working professionals near the area mid 20s-30s on up that are looking to unwind and have fun with their family/friends. Atomic Koi is a fun lounge that has games like a giant Connect Four, a pool table, shuffle board, and darts. They also have a good diverse cocktail menu that has something satisfying for everyone from martinis, tropical drinks, mojitos, beer, and more. Recently, my husband suggested the Atomic Koi to show our friends and family from out of town a good time in the Madison area. I ordered a cocktail and the bartender claimed they didn't have the ingredients to make the drink which didn't bother me but I have gone to Atomic Koi more than once trying to order a cocktail on their menu and the bartenders claimed they were unable to make it or didn't have the ingredients or maybe they just didn't feel like making it like some of their ice cream drinks and it wasn't busy in the moment. I then ordered the Golden Colada which is a fun pineapple tropical flavored drink! If they are unable to make a specific drink but the drink is advertised on their menu they should be able to make it consistently if requested otherwise take it off the cocktail menu permanently because patrons expect to be able to order a specific drink if its on the menu. My husband, friends, and family were having a good time. A back corner nook opened up where some people left and we wanted to sit there as a group however there was super sticky drinks on the floor under the table nook. One of my family members asked one of the bartenders if she could please mop up the sticky floor or find another staff that could. The bartender was super rude to my family member and said she wasn't going to mop it up until closing time at 1am. Then my family member asked if she would at least get someone to pull the mop out from the back and he would mop it up himself and she refused. She should have politely told my family member "sorry I am unable to leave the bar area but I will find another staff to mop it up when they are able to" but it was her rude don't care entitled attitude which didn't leave a good impression on my family members from out of town. I went back up to the bar and spoke to a different bartender who wasn't busy tending the bar and told him the situation. He did fix the situation and mopped up the sticky floor when he was able to which I appreciated but he looked over it like he didn't really want to be there not really friendly. If Atomic Koi could consistently recruit/ retain more professional, trained, personable, friendly bartenders and actually follow through in making cocktails actually advertised in their cocktail menu , its a great spot to go to for a great drink and a fun place to unwind!

This place was such an unexpected surprise! A friend of mine asked me to join her here as she is…read morelooking for a spot to host a small Christmas party. So glad I was able to check it out! It is super adorable inside. The woodwork, seating, tables, everything! Really done well! Lots of bar seating as well as little lounge couches and chairs make for a very inviting space. Large dining room tables at the front look perfect for larger groups. The wine selection is made up of all local Wisconsin vineyard selections. Very cool. Live music while we were there - it was low key lounge style and fit the setting perfectly. I was very impressed. I don't get out to Edgerton often, but next time I do I will certainly return to this amazing little spot. Only thing I would change was the color used for parts of the menu - it was difficult to read. The lighting is low and the color palette was just too dark. But that is super minor in the grand scheme of things. We all have cell phones with flashlights anymore so that was what we used (lol).

Primary focus on wines and beers from Wisconsin. Really chill place that I wouldn't expect in…read moresmall town Wisconsin. No kitchen but cheese and meat and crackers available. Really cool.

I really enjoyed my quick stop in. The slushie was delicious and the chat with the bartenders made…read moreme feel at home. This place is cute, clean, and has a great spirit selection.

Pay with cash or massively incompetent and "not able to read words good" bartenders will hand your…read morecard off to someone else and then play it off like it's not a big deal because again, they can't read words and just give anyone with the same type of credit card your credit card and then pretend it's not a big deal or a massive inconvenience to cancel and reissue a credit card. This place used to train and produce talent. Now it's not functionally literate. Totally pathetic. Won't ever return. Will tell them at tales and Portland what's happening in Madison. Total losers.

I've visited a few times and never had a bad experience. I am glad they used this spot in the…read morelittle strip mall, the former business here closed. Great place to have a drink or two. The old fashioned flights are cute and a way to try options. The ice is always cool blocks to up the presentation. They stir the drinks in front of you. You can bring your own food as they only serve beverages and light snacks. Staff are consistently friendly and welcoming without being intrusive.

ue and I walked over after eating at Pizza Ranch. Dark, cozy and inviting - this bar feels like a…read moreroom to drink bourbon and whiskey should feel. The bartender was friendly and the drinks were well crafted with a healthy pour. We tried a flight to test the options and we will be back!

A quick stop for a drink before heading over to the Stockton Opera House to see Charlie Parr. This…read morebar just happened to be right around the corner from the venue. Decision made! I love the bars I've discovered since I moved to Milwaukee. Most with a classic feel, slightly dim with quirky decor. This bar is no different. There is always something new to check out and explore. I loved that my drink had a doily as a coaster. A very good cocktail menu. I found something quickly. It was relatively quiet since we arrived kind of at an off time. but there was a small talkative group of regulars (seemed to be?) at the other end of the bar. The service was somewhat sluggish. The bartender chatted with the regulars and overlooked when we finished our drinks. I never want to be that people who yell at a bartender or is aggressive about having a drink now. Did we waited longer than usual? Yes. But nothing major. And the exceptional cocktails were worth the wait!

Cute little place downtown Stoughton, off the main drag. They have a wide selection of craft…read morecocktails and served on antique doilies. I love the vintage decor. But lots of empty space for what I'm assuming is designated for live music. Bartenders were a little slow compiling the drinks, I'll give it another shot when they've gotten a few rounds down.

My bf and I came here for quick "something to do" while visiting Baraboo. We only did the tour, but…read morefor $20 I found it to be enjoyable and knowledgeable. You do get to try up to five tastings of your choice, which was nice since you can double up on a tasting if you really enjoy the taste. Our guide was funny and did a great job providing the information. As far as the cocktails go, I did get a tasty mojito! The cool thing is if you arrive earlier to your tasting, you can bring the drink with during the tour. I love the atmosphere and really enjoyed the tour guide!

What a beautiful location along the river! We would have dined outside if it weren't so windy, but…read morewe still had a great view of the water from indoors. I'm not sure when this place was built, but everything felt clean & new and the seating was very comfortable. The menu had a nice variety of entrees, but we were definitely disappointed that they don't offer an appetizer selection for lunch. My husband ordered the jalapeño chicken flatbread and I went with the roasted vegetable risotto with grilled chicken. We both really enjoyed our dishes and did share so we didn't have food envy. It was really kind of them to offer us a complimentary dessert when they found out today was our 25th wedding anniversary; we selected the bread pudding and it was delicious!! Other than not having apps available on the lunch menu, our only other gripe was that it took forever to get our bill and pay.

Beloit, WI is a little town, 90 minutes from Chicago - O'Hare. There are less than 40,000 people…read moreand a river runs through the city. If you're ever in Beloit, be sure to visit 5BAR. This little joint is hands down the coolest bar I have ever been to. It is unassuming on the outside, but you step in and it is a technicolor wonderland of nostalgic pieces and new art. There is an extensive craft drink list, and the two I had were expertly made. Even better...both were sub $10!! It is super clean, and you can tell that they take pride in their blue heaven. Walk past the genderless bathrooms and there is a separate room (with its own music) where karaoke is held on Saturday nights. There are coloring sheets and even a merch section made from the lost and found. Craft drinks, great decor, good music, and a DOG! Congrats to Levi (owner) and Lady (Corgi) for creating the vibes. It is nothing short of epic.

Fun bar with a great staff. There's always something going on. Make sure to check out 5bar.co on…read moreinstagram to see pictures and events. This place is one of a kind.