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    3.8 (229 reviews)
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    Moderate noise
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    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    The fish fry
    Patty Z.

    Erv's Mug has a classic supper club vibe that I would love out-of-towners to experience. I usually go here around Christmas. Every square inch of the restaurant - walls, ceiling, etc. is decorated and even though I am not a big Christmas person, it just makes for a fun holiday vibe. I decided to come here in the summer for a fish fry. Everything was excellent and met expectations. The waitress was really attentive and on her game. The French Onion Soup with the cheese and breadstick upgrade was awesome. It hit the spot! The selection of Old Fashioned's was mind-blowing. And the fish fry .... spot on! I like battered better than breaded and it was a really tasty beer battered cod. I got potato pancakes and they were good, but could have used more flavor. The rye bread was a half slice, thick and fresh and soft. Wholly satisfied with my experience.

    Barb S.

    So this was supposed to be a week that we eat in but then Erv's Mug posted a picture of a Cobb Salad that is available this week only. So ouch, twist my arm, I did not cook tonight. It was a great salad and the hubs had a great cheesy burger with beans as a side. Upgrade to a pretzel bun for free. I put the pen by the plate for comparison, the plate was huge. I have a salad for lunch tomorrow. My only disappointment was 2 slices of mushroom on that huge salad. Everything else was balanced. Shannon was our server and she was absolutely spot on. We always go early as they get packed so we were there shortly after 4.

    Philly sandwich with onion strings
    Alyssa F.

    We drove down from the city for a festive lunch and while I'm glad we did...we likely won't be returning. First, something we loved: the Christmas decorations. These were next level and our little one's eyes got so big and bright when we walked in. Then things went downhill - we got there right at 11am when they opened and we were seated at a table in the back by a hallway that had a draft. I asked if we could sit in the big room with more for my daughter to look at while we dined in. The waitress in that space rudely said "no" stating the room was still being cleaned and tables set up - major bummer. Our actual waitress was very sweet and attentive. We ordered a Mediterranean rice bowl (without meat so it was vegetarian-friendly), a Philly with onion strings and a slice of their seasonal peppermint cheesecake. The food was mediocre. The bowl was lacking and a small portion. If someone doesn't add a protein it would be nice if you at least added some more rice or cut the price down. Just my two cents. And there was a piece of metal in the onion rings which the waitress thought was from the scrubber they used to clean the equipment in back. They comped the Philly meal with the onion rings which I felt was the least they could do. I get it - things happen - and we didn't make a big deal about it but that's a deal breaker for us. Especially if our toddler is eating out with us because then I'm on edge waiting for the metal to make a repeat appearance and that's not enjoyable for anyone.

    Double MC Erv
    Lauren G.

    We wanted to eat somewhere with Christmas decorations so we stopped here. It was busy but we were seated within five minutes. The decorations were amazing and throughout the whole place. The service was decent but a little slow. Our waitress was nice though. I ordered the double MC Erv burger. It was okay but nothing amazing. The haystack onion rings were really good though!

    Crocked French Onion Soup
    Katie G.

    Cool hangout for new friends and old. Other patrons here were nice while we waited for a table at the bar. Food is great and fantastic beer selection.

    Carrot cake
    Marcie A.

    Having that craving for Prime Rib again. This place has a lot of great reviews plus we were meeting a friend who lives in Caledonia so this was the perfect meet up point. We got there early, around 4:30, and it was pretty empty but really started to fill up soon after. We started with cocktails. I had the Butter Pecan Old Fashioned and it was yummy. We all had the Prime Rib special. A 16 oz cut served with choice of potato and soup or salad. The soup was Chicken Tortilla, but we went for the Baked French Onion for $3.99 extra. Dinners were served with a warm loaf of bread. I passed on dessert but my two friends opted to get some to go, a Carrot Cake and a Chocolate Decadence Cake. Pay attention to your bill. I don't know why they added the 20% gratuity on our bills when we were only a party of 3, maybe because we asked for separate checks. And they did charge a 3% credit card fee

    Fries
    John T.

    So I went to Ervs Mug with decent expectations but I ended up not having a very good experience. The service was spotty at best, and the server had an attitude with my party. Got the ribs and they were actually foul. No flavor, overcooked and they had a piece of canned pineapple that was grilled placed right on top. After eating my stomach was in disarray for the rest of the day. I would probably stay away unless you have a very strong stomach.

    Garbage Sandwich
    Alyssa R.

    I love Christmas pop ups, and I loved all of the decorations in the bar & restaurant! The French onion soup was not salty, the broth was very mellow, and had a large crouton under the cheese. The soup (cheese) could have been baked a little longer for my liking. The garbage sandwich was tenderloin and prime trimmings with provolone cheese & banana peppers. I felt the meat was a little dryer than I expected, and I should have asked for some Au Jus. The fries were served nice and crispy. The waitress was awesome. She was VERY patient with my dad, I appreciated how quickly she adjusted to help him out more than what was necessary. Overall the food was okay, but the service and the atmosphere really made me want to return. I want to go back and give something else a try.

    Closed on Sunday
    Steven T.

    I saw that this place had a Saturday prime rib special so I called to ask if it's available for lunch and I was told yes so I stopped by for an adult beverage and lunch. The place is weird because it's cluttered with beer and alcohol signs from floor to ceiling including the ceiling. They have a small bar area with hi tables as you walk in and the dining room in back. I was asked if I wanted to eat at the bar and I thought if I'm dropping like $75 on lunch I want a table. Julie was my server and dropped off the drink and food menus so I asked her to suggest a cocktail and she suggested the butter pecan classic old fashioned which I ordered and it was good. The 16 oz prime rib comes with soup or salad and one side including premium sides. I ordered the prime rib with French onion soup and I did the up charge to make it baked French onion soup and hay stack onion straws which they have served for 39 years the menu says. My French onion soup looked good that came with a fresh bread stick. Unfortunately the baked French onion soup was average but still good and the broth lacked that depth of flavor that the really good ones have. The haystack onion straws were very thin with a light crispy batter and very tasty. The 16 oz prime rib looked amazing and rare with a side of au jus dipping sauce and a side horseradish sauce. The au jus was delicious and seasoned perfectly and I thought that it would be a tastier broth for the French onion soup. The prime rib was delicious because it was moist and practically melt in your mouth with the perfect amount of delicious fat, not super fatty. Overall Julie was great and my adult cocktail and prime rib lunch was delicious. I was close to the kitchen and I didn't see anyone else order one strangely because it's very good, maybe $40 scares people off or it's too much for lunch. If the prime rib is consistently this quality I would definitely recommend getting the prime rib here.

    Sticky Chicken Salad
    Amber K.

    tl;dr - will be a constant visitor of this place for the great service and food. Erv's Mug - it seems like it's been around forever, yet doesn't give that "old and outdated" feel. They got a lot of crazy sh*t on the walls, I will say that. This place is a staple in the community and always has amazing daily specials. The food is quality, hearty portions and served quickly by an outstanding staff. We go here for lunch quite often during Fridays at my job. The fish fry is always a big winner for usually 80% of our entire table. The rest of us (myself included) always find something on the menu we love. The GARBAGE SANDWICH is a hidden gem of this menu - make sure to ask about it! I have never been disappointed with a plate here and I generally try something different each time I go for lunch - focusing on salads and sandwiches. A personal favorite I have had more than once is the Philly Cheesesteak modified with chicken instead. They do some amazing and fun events that really get the community involved, the patio is lovely when the weather is nice and the place generally always seems to be hoppin' for lunch. If you get a seat in the back near the kitchen, there's sort of like a side window you can kind of see through - what is happening back there is a mixture of a well-oiled machine and intricate dance of staff members (kitchen and servers combined) working their butts of to provide truly great customer service and getting you a tasty meal (and fast) even during the rush. I would be remiss if I did not stop and give a special shoutout to one of the best staff members there, Peggy. We are always stationed in her section and she always treats us like long-standing family members. She remembers all of our drinks, the same guy that gets chicken tenders every single time we go, and our team members who have special asks. She is a big reason we keep coming back. The president of our company (who tragically passed away recently) had a long-standing relationship with both Erv's Mug and Peggy herself for over a decade. It has been difficult to return to Erv's, due to his recent passing and the connection between both him and his love of this restaurant, but our team will be back in time.

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    Great good, fun atmosphere. Fish fry is excellent. Best if dining in, but still solid for takeaway.

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    Great food & selection, attentive service and fun atmosphere every time! We have never had a bad event. This our go to place!

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    The burgers are so good and they have my favorite onion strings, friendly staff and love the ambiance! Great French Onion soup!

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    Great food and a great beer selection. Would definitely recommend if you are in that area.

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    Food was ok, not great. We heard great things but we didn't get it. Maybe it was an off night.

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    Ask the Community - Ervs Mug

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    Does Erv's Mug have dairy free options?

    Yes! I was on Whole 30 (no dairy allowed) when I dined here, and was able to get a steak, salad, and dry potato. Additionally, they had dairy free soups and sandwiches as well.

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    Charcoal grill has be hit and miss for a long time and it all comes down to the manager. Right now,…read morenot so good. Stopped in June 30, 2026 in Oak Creek at 7:45 pm. No one was at the front desk. When someone did show up, she wouldn't seat us because "the kitchen closes at 8:00 pm". We have been there many times and they always closed early but a resturant where the kitchen closes before 8 pm (7:45) seems odd to me. We went accross the street where bedtime was a bit later. There is always some where else to go.

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    I am server at tailgaters and apologize if I came off as rude. It was not my intention. I was a bit…read morefrustrated with needing 3 times to get it right for the customer. I've been a proud server for over 5 years at this establishment and hope to serve many more . We have great food and lots of great servers !

    We have driven past here a few times, I follow them on facebook (which is a good idea) and today we…read morefinally stopped in. The place is quite big, if you see a full parking lot, don't worry, between the large bar, restaurant area and patio, you will find a place to sit. We went for Taco Tuesday. All of the food is great! The quesadilla had a lot of cheese and chicken, his taco's were as full as you could get them. Just because it says Taco Tuesday does not mean they only serve tacos. They have a great selection of Mexican food on Tuesdays. It was hard for me to choose, but I finally decided on a quesadilla for $9.50 and added rice and beans for $1 each. My husband chose the taco place for $10. Sour cream is an extra $1, salsa $.75. Bailey our server was great, she was spot on. Every employee greeted you with a smile and a hello. It is a nice atmosphere here, very friendly. Upon leaving, there were a couple at the bar that said goodbye and to have a nice night and chatted with us for a little bit. I am thinking they are regulars, It is so nice to have people do that and you never saw them before. Anyway, while we were there someone ordered spaghetti and meatballs, that is something I want to get from there. I almost asked if I could get a picture. 3 good size meatballs. We will definitely be back. Side note, we always go out early to avoid crowds and wait times. We were there around 4:30ish.

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