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    Houdini's Lounge

    4.0 (1 review)

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    Bazil's Pub & Provisions - Jalapeño Burger & Fries.....really good & they made it rare for me.

    Bazil's Pub & Provisions

    4.0(50 reviews)
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    Bazil's Pub & Provisions is one of those places I can walk into without needing a plan--and that's…read moreexactly why I love it. Established in 1993, Bazil's has that classic old-school pub personality that you just don't manufacture. Dark wood, vintage bar vibes, a relaxed atmosphere and a massive beer selection that gives you plenty of reasons to hang around for a while. And honestly, the beer selection is the star of the show. Bazil's is known for having one of the biggest craft beer selections on College Avenue, and it's easy to see why people make this place a destination. Whether you already know exactly what you want or you're standing there thinking, "Okay...what the hell am I drinking today?" there's plenty to explore. But what I appreciate most is that they don't overcomplicate things. Good basic pub food. Cold beer. Comfortable surroundings. No need to dress it up with a paragraph of adjectives and culinary buzzwords. I went with the burger and fries, and it was exactly what I wanted from an old-school neighborhood pub: simple, satisfying comfort food that pairs perfectly with a cold beer. And then there's the fish tank. Seriously. That thing deserves its own Yelp review. There's something ridiculously relaxing about sitting at the bar, having a cold beer in front of you and watching the fish cruise around behind the glass. It adds this weirdly peaceful element to a classic pub environment. Bazil's is the kind of place you don't necessarily go to "experience." You go to hang out. And sometimes those are the places you end up remembering most. Brews. Views. Food. Repeat.

    Usually love Jen's bar. Usually love the employees. This Saturday I went to meet my husband in…read morethere, already had been in and said hi to everyone. The lady outside that I had never met told me I couldn't bring in my 2 espresso's. She didn't care about the soda and food. I had to leave my expensivecoffee drinks outside. Mind you I have been walk in with coffee for years. I was upset. The inside waitress said it was a city law. Really? When I walked out that same lady was letting 2 ladies she knew come in with coffee drinks. So not cool. The whole thing was very upsetting to a loyal longtime customer.

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    Cleo's Brown Beam Tavern - Christmas all year long

    Cleo's Brown Beam Tavern

    4.1(85 reviews)
    0.0 mi
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    I don't think I could love this place any more if I tried! We were staying in Appleton for a game…read moreup at Lambeau, and we found Cleo's just wandering the streets looking around. The painted window saying "Home of the Dirty Snowball" absolutely piqued my interest! LOL! Actually, it was that, plus the two giant nutcracker decorations out front that caught my eye. I'm a fan of (Christmas) holiday decorations, so I wanted to see what else they had, after spying some string lights through the window. Inside, it's like a wonderland of holiday cheer! Lights and ornaments and decorations everywhere! Sitting at the bar under the lights, I really felt like I'd discovered some secret bar under the Christmas tree! The staff were friendly, helpful, and quick with the libations! Kind of that "keep it real" attitude, but not in the rude way... in the honest and up front way! There is no food to speak of, save for a Chex-pub mix blend, but the drinks are why you want to visit! The famous Dirty Snowball is like a shake, but without ice cream, made with cocoa and related liqueur flavors (I can't remember what-all is in it, but it's GOOOOOOOD!). I highly recommend it! I also tried the Cleo's Trio, which is one part Dirty Snowball, one part Brandy Old Fashioned, and one part Suffering Bastard, I think? Not in the same glass! But, more like a flight. You get a little taste of Wisconsin or at least Appleton. Each drink is basically a full version, though, so you might need only one! I don't know what your favorite bar looks like, but if I lived in Appleton, this one would be mine. I would be in there at least once a week, if for no other reason the ambiance and the company. Great people, great drinks, and a legacy for holiday décor that I hope lives on forever!

    Stopped because someone suggested this place to us. Cool Christmas lights leave a warm red glow…read morethat gives the bar an intimate cozy feel. Love the dim lighting as it feels like a place I could stay forever Service is okay. And we are asking for nearby food recommendations

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