Few people know what a bierock is. I saw the sign as soon as we pulled into the parking lot and…read moreknew we had to investigate. I left hubby with no option other than stopping for lunch or at least ordering some food to go. I lived in Kansas as a teenager and fondly remember discovering bierocks and later making them for my own family. I wish we were locals because not only are the bierocks good, but this place has a fun vibe that would definitely bring us back. It was a game day when we stopped, and there was a fair crowd cheering on their favorite Wisconsin team. We ordered a Classic with Bavarian seasoning and a Rosemary Lamb Bierock to go along with some jalapeño poppers. I really enjoyed the Classic with the additional seasoning. It gave it an added boost of flavor. My husband was pleased with the Rosemary Lamb. Each came with chips and a pickle. Next time, I hope we can stop in and stay for a cocktail or craft beer as well.

German pastries filled with different meats and served with dipping sauces. Reasonable prices on…read moreappetizers and meals-- especially considering that chips are included and you can upgrade to a variety of side dishes. Live bands on the weekends. Place was not busy and our order was messed up -- ingredients and sides weren't correct or were missing -- which is the reason for 3 stars. We did get comped one meal due to the fact that an entire meal for our son wasn't made and we had to wait another 15 minutes for it to be cooked. Overall, I'd like to try this place again to see if it can regain some stars and my confidence in the service.

Great cozy ambiance. We when when it wasn't crowded - plenty of seating. Very chill and low key…read morevibe. Wonderful music. Surprised but delighted to find many non-alcoholic options including a nitro cold brew on tap. Simple foo options but they also allow take in. We had a flight of beer and a greenbush pizza. Staff was excellent. Prices were reasonable. All in all, a great place!

This visit was fun as it was their five year anniversary party and there were some unique beers to…read moretry. We also ordered the pretzel for the first time and it was one of the best pretzels I've ever had. Parking is still a challenge and it took a while to order at the counter when it got busy, but if you go early or try to manage the crowds on events like this you'll have a good time.

I was in WI for business this week and had some extra time before returning home so I made the…read moredrive from Green Bay to Madison and it was worth the adventure! I had Board of Ed cider and WOKE coffee, both were delicious! The service was friendly, the vibe was exactly what I had hoped for! I was only disappointed that Kirk was not there so I could say hi! I was visiting for NH and so appreciate everything this business stands for! I am bringing home some WOKE and resistance Pilsner and a few tshirts

Visited Minocqua last week while at a conference. Had a couple of IPA's and left rather…read moreunderwhelmed. Service was slow and the ambiance just wasn't my vibe. We ended up going to Vintage Brewing and enjoyed that scene.

A nice little local spot that's a bit hidden. MadisonTap is classy without being pretentious…read more Disclaimer: I did not order food here so my review may be a bit biased. The bartender assured us that their vegan options were incredible. MadisonTap features many local Wisconsin beers on tap. They seem to often rotate the beers and keep a solid selection. MadisonTap was spacious with bar seats, tables, and booths available. The design and decor were well thought out. The crowd seems to be young professionals in their mid-20s to early 30s. I don't recall the beers I got here but I do remember prices being ~$7-10 range mark. The bartender and owner place special emphasis on being vegetarian and vegan friendly. Even one of the cocktails used vegan butter. There was a single bartender when I visited but it was a bit slow. We had a great conversation and watched Christmas movies on the projectors. Overall, solid experience. 5/5. Favorited in Madison, WI.

This was a fun find for us while we were in town. It was a bit hard to locate - we heard live music…read morebut couldn't tell if we could enter from the back. We entered from the front of the building. It looks like they feature a different brewery every month. The interior of the bar was pretty classy and new. Their patio was very cool and spacious. A great patio for evening drinks! The live music was pretty good too. Can't speak to the food however, since we didn't eat there.

Not pictured: fries and fried pickles because we ate them too quickly. The food here is always…read moregreat fresh, delicious, and exactly what you expect. The service is always great as well. They have different seating sections for any mood.

We are travelers and had a hard time finding a brunch spot downtown that didn't have a long line…read moreout the door, saw this spot recommended by locals on Reddit and even though they too were packed - we were lucky and got into a table for two almost immediately. They were efficient with the flow of people, most not having to wait. They offer self-serve coffee ($3)/water, and can order other drinks - I thought the coffee was well brewed. Our server was kind, attentive, and our food came out fast. We went with the carnitas verdes and the rooster. Both were decent, good portion size, and good value. We preferred the rooster a bit more - like a breakfast blt - super flavorful sauce on it and good bacon! The carnitas just didn't hit for us, lacked the flavor we were looking for but the meat was well cooked. Loved the ambiance and vibes here, felt like an old school small town spot where everyone hangs!

Extensive selection of craft beers in all styles here. Prices are reasonable and the service is…read morevery friendly and attentive.

If you like beer (and I mean GOOD beer, not Budweiser), you need to check this place out…read more While househunting in the area, my boyfriend and I became curious about the little bar on the corner with no signage. We ended up buying a house within stumbling distance, and needless to say, the Malt House has become a favorite neighborhood hangout. The bartenders are friendly, and if you have questions about any of the beers in their gigantic selection, they will gladly tell you what they know with no beer snobbery whatsoever. They occasionally have live music, but it's acoustic, so it doesn't get too loud in the tiny space. It's far enough away from downtown that it doesn't get obnoxiously crowded. They don't have food, but you can order delivery or bring your own in with you. I LOVE this bar. Period.

I love the multiple businesses in here, and like how they often hold different events for vendors…read moreselling gifts, food, etc. I go to the Young Blood a lot and like how their beers are always rotating. I like that you can sit outside on the patio with dogs. Young Blood even gave us a small water bowl for our dog on our last visit. Definitely a chill place to sit inside too as it is nice and pretty spacious, although no dogs inside. Giving four stars because parking can be a challenge when they have events going on.

Pretty poor customer service - if any at all. No "hello", "How are you", "What can I get you…read moretoday". Then, when we asked for a basic coffee, they only had an Americano. And again I got only a blunt, "I can only make an Americano". No, "Sorry, we can only do Americanos." And no offer to charge me the price of a basic coffee (no basic coffee...at a coffeshop, imagine that!). And then when we recieved out cofee, no, "Thanks for stopping in". Noting but a, "Here's your coffee, this one has cream". If you want a sterile hipster atmosphere without any cozy, then this is the place for you!

If you are looking for authentic, German-style food and ambiance, look no further than Prost…read more I was raised with my mom's German cooking and the food is very spot on. The servers are great and promote a celebratory atmosphere.

We came here for some beers and appetizers, but their dinner food looked tasty as well! I didn't…read morehave a beer, but my friend said it was good and the prices aren't bad. The appetizers were pretty good, I wouldn't say they were anything special but they sufficed for sure. I like the variety of mustards they provide on the table, and the sauce that came with the cheese curds was delicious as well. It's a fun hang out spot with decent service and a cute vibe, with lots of long bench tables.

We were trying to go to another bar in the area on valentines and it was already full so we…read morestumbled over here and we were not disappointed. First thing is they have touch tunes so you can set your own vibes for the night. The decor and lighting is perfect. A lot of velvet seating and gold accents. It is a dog friendly space which is kind of random for a cocktail bar but I don't mind it. I pet 4 dogs. The bartenders were super nice. I ordered the "Yes you can buy me love" which was Espolon Tequila, Strawberry, Lime Juice, Triple Sec, Coconut Milk, Mint, Sugar Rim. It was really good. I also tried my husband's "Stuck in a Snowbank" which was state line coffee liqueur, bourbon cream, frangelico, cold brew. It basically tasted like a coffee that was a little sweeter. All the cocktails were great. Again I'm so glad we stumbled across this stop because even the bar goers were super nice.

Stopped in to catch-up with a friend on a Wednesday night and was shocked at how busy they were!…read moreTurns out they had a cheese raffle that evening. How fun! The lounge has a moody vibe that you really wouldn't guess from the outside. It's the perfect place to escape the cold and warm up with a cozy cocktail. They also change their cocktail menu seasonally, offering something a little fun for each season. It's evident the owners care about the community, as they are frequently offering events to support local providers (River Valley Food Pantry on the night we were there), and have specials for those who we couldn't be without (hello nurses and teachers). They're also dog friendly!

**July 2025: Late Morning Visit**…read more Spotted Cow! The city of New Glarus is basically a Spotted Cow destination! Wherever you go most restaurants will serve this beer, which is very malty. This beer is only available in Wisconsin but if you want the seasonal stuff visiting the New Glarus Gift shop will give you the most options Tuesday-Saturday: 10am-5pm I think the tasting option is $8 for 3 pours. It's a good way to try out all the different options before deciding on which bottles (or cans) you want to buy. The Stone Soup (Seasonal) was my favorite, but you can't go wrong with the original Spotted Cow. I think the majority of the seasonal beers were in bottles. I think they come in packs of either 4 or 6. The prices here are pretty comparable to if you buy them from a Wisconsin Target, but the big box stores have less variety. Since I was doing a big cross country roadtrip my weight allowance could not' accommodate everything I wanted *cries* and they don't ship their booze *cries* Next time I come back I'll make sure to make bring an empty suitcase! If you're visiting New Glarus your trip won't be complete without a visit to the factory (gift shop)!

An Unexpected Hidden Gem! What an unexpected surprise! I was…read morejust driving through the area with no intention of stopping at a brewery when I stumbled across this place. I've been to a lot of craft breweries, and I have to say this is now one of my all-time favorites. The concept is simple but awesome this isn't your typical bar. There's no indoor seating, but there's plenty of outdoor space on the other side of the parking lot. You come inside, pay $8 for a beer, and get to keep the glass. Or you can sample three beers for $8, keep the glass, and get a coin for a free beer in town. They also sell beer to go and other fun merch with their logo. The staff was super nice and friendly, and the vibe was relaxed and welcoming. I tried the Oktoberfest, the Pilsner, and the totally naked. All were fantastic! If you're anywhere near the area, definitely stop by you won't regret it.