My family and a group of people from Indiana were in town for a Martial Arts competition…read more Afterwards, they all wanted to go to Chik-fil-a. Um, no. Besides a strong preference for local non-chain eateries, I'm not coming all the way to Wisconsin and not getting cheese curds. Found this place on Yelp. Aaaaand.....I'm in love. The dark atmosphere and heavy, dark all-wood decor gives a vibe you can't find at any chain eatery. Our server, Bailey, was great at just simply interacting on a human level and making us out-of-towners feel welcome in what is obviously a locals hang-out. And yes, I got my cheese curds. But the star of the night was the beer cheese burger. Quite honestly one of the best, if not THE best burger I've ever had. Get one. You NEED this in your life. Trust me.

The Stillery serves up drinks and elevated pub food in a casual setting…read more We stopped by on a Sunday evening after a trip to nearby Cabela's. We started with drinks. I got the Manhattan off their specialty menu and my husband got their autumn barrel Manhattan. After trying both--highly recommend the one off their specialty menu. It was definitely superior quality. It's served over a block of ice so if you want it up, you may want to mention that when ordering. It tasted more like a classic old fashioned than a Manhattan but I'm not complaining because I love classic bourbon old fashioned cocktails as well. For a starter we got their much raved about bang bang shrimp. It came on a bed of greens and was good! For my dinner I got their seasonal chicken and dumpling soup and a side salad. Both were solid. The salad was definitely more ample than I was expecting. My husband got some sort of salmon alfredo pasta dish that came with roasted asparagus mixed in. I had a bite and he ordered well--it was decadently buttery and delicious. The service was super kind throughout our stay. Our server checked in on us regularly without being overbearing. Get to it!

We especially enjoy the fresh, tasty food...friendly staff...relaxed atmosphere. We are regular…read morepatrons.

First time here, on the recommendation of my niece…read more The hardest part was figuring out that we had actually arrived at the right place. Google Maps brought us to what looked like a farm driveway with corn growing on both sides. There aren't many signs, just an old wagon decorated with Christmas lights. It's almost as if they want to keep the place hidden from the traffic on Pleasant View Drive. Food: The menu focuses primarily on wood-fired pizza, with additional offerings including appetizers, sandwiches, and sausages. They also have a large selection of beers, including several brewed on-site. We ordered the Milwaukee Pizza (cheese, sausage, mushrooms, and onions), and I also got the Washington County Smashburger. To drink, I had a margarita, and she ordered the Big Buck Bock. Our food arrived quickly, and everything was amazingly good. The pizza was hot, well seasoned, and generously topped. There was so much mozzarella that the other toppings were practically swimming in it. The smashburger was also excellent. The patty was cooked through with beautifully crispy edges. The pickles were crisp with just the right amount of kick. The crinkle fries were plentiful and well cooked, although they were just a touch too salty for my taste. Service: We received great service from the moment we walked in. You can either order from your table or at the counter. Since it was our first visit, we chose the counter. A staff member greeted us right away and explained how everything worked. Even though it was near closing time, they encouraged us to place our order and then relax, letting us know they would still be around for another hour after closing. Our food was brought out promptly, several people checked on us throughout the meal, and they even proactively brought us takeout containers. Everyone we encountered was genuinely friendly and helpful, making for a very relaxing dining experience. Atmosphere: The restaurant is set on an old farmstead. They've done a wonderful job converting several of the buildings and outdoor spaces into a welcoming destination. There are multiple outdoor seating areas, along with a newer food hall that feels open, bright, and thoughtfully designed. It's also a very family-friendly place, with outdoor areas where kids can play while everyone else relaxes. Even the restrooms were modern, spacious, and exceptionally clean. We'll definitely be back, and next time we'll be bringing more of the family with us.

Was looking for a locally owned place for food and beverages after a wonderful round of golf at…read moreWashington County so asked the pro shop staff for their recommendations. Luckily for us they recommended Bilda's Friess Lake Pub. What an awesome place. Small, friendly, with a large selection of beers to choose from, and our food was outstanding. Were immediately told by other customers (obviously regulars) that we had to have the smoked wings. Great call. They were perfect. Very casual place. Nothing fancy but very comfortable. Have a great outside area also where they have bands and comfortably host large groups (a large group of local teachers were there celebrating the last day of school). Highly recommend

Stopped in for another meal…read more Food: The food was excellent. They have eleven different sliders, so we ordered four different ones, along with a side of the haystack onion rings. Service: There was an issue with our order. Apparently, it did not "print" back in the kitchen. We ended up waiting an additional 20 minutes before someone figured out what had happened. They acknowledged the mistake, apologized, and comped our drinks. Atmosphere: They now have outdoor entertainment every evening, and there is plenty of seating to choose from. The traffic around the roundabout intersection can get noisy, but I think they simply turn up the volume to compensate. A good spot for smoked meats and other sandwiches.

I absolutely love this space. I used to come here with my parents when I was younger and have a…read moresoda and some snacks while they had beer. Now being able to drink, I have an insane amount of respect for this establishment. They have all sorts of beer to tickle anyone's fancy. They had their share of ales, stouts, sours, and even a whole selection of wines. There's something for everyone. I also appreciate that you're able to bring in food or have it delivered from the bistro down the strip. The owner, Gino, has a wonderful establishment and I'm so happy to see the place so busy.

My husband and I love stopping at Three Cellars to pick up our Beer Advent Calendar. The beers are…read morepretty awesome and it makes for a very fun way to try new breweries. It's perfect for beer lovers or as a unique gift during the holiday season. Three Cellars has a great beer and wine selection, and have Flour Girl and Flame pizzas available to purchase as well. I highly recommend spending some time here!

I stopped in for a few minutes to browse while waiting for dinner reso time to arrive. It's a cozy…read morewine bar with enough selection to please most preferences. There is a bar and small lounge area, so you can enjoy a glass or a bottle while you're here. The menu also includes 20 beers ranging from Miller Lite to Central Waters Honey Blonde to Triple Karmeleit. I also noticed 4 options for Scotch, so yes, quite a bit of diversity on the menu. There is also a small deck in back. If in area, it's worth checking out. Happy Hour is 4:00-6:00 with select $5 glasses of wine, which are $7 other times. The business has been here since 2007 and current owner for last 2 years. Cheers!

New owners; new experience!! An amazing time. Quaint, beautiful open air back porch. New layout…read more Incredible service and drinks right by the river.

Very surprised on the what the ambiance was inside the restaurant, as when you see the outside the…read moreinside is not what you expect. Surprised in a good way!! Service was excellent. Water was always filled, drinks came quick, appetizers were perfectly timed. We ordered the shrimp cocktail and it was huge! The fried deviled eggs were "ok", nothing to run back to get as they needed more flavor..... Our table of four ordered the pork chops which are "Wisconsins best" and they truly are, a filet done with Oscar style and two pasta specials. Out of the meal choices the pork chops won hands down. Absolutely amazing!!!! We already said we will be back for them. We ordered a dessert as well, the bananas foster. It was table side and a very fun experience!

Stunning! I'm rarely wowed by a restaurant, but my visit to Johnny Manhattan's was wonderful in…read moreevery way. As my wife and I walked in, we were amazed by the scale and beauty of the place. The hardwood bar needs to be experienced firsthand to understand how spectacular it is. Then you see the impressive fireplace and the charming dining area, and I was loving it before we even did anything there. We arrived early, so we went to the bar for drinks. My wife, the couple we were with, and I were each impressed with the size of the pours. We ordered a few glasses of wine, a fantastic classic Wisconsin Old Fashioned, and a bourbon on the rocks. The amount we were poured each was impressive, especially compared to other restaurants we've been to lately. The service was fantastic. We were constantly catered to, even though the place was packed. We were each shocked to learn our waitress was new and just starting to fly solo, because she was terrific. Finally, and most importantly, the food was excellent. We started with crab cakes and escargot. Both were absolutely stellar. The salad and bread service were delicious, too, and it was a nice touch that the butter came in slices (we didn't have to unwrap them from foil - a small thing but another plus). When our steaks arrived, each was cooked to the perfectly charred medium-rare we ordered (three NY Strips and one Filet Mignon). Paired with mushrooms, sauteed onions, and some of the largest baked potatoes we'd ever seen, we were in culinary paradise. We will definitely be back, and I imagine many times to come. I haven't had a night that perfect in a long time, if ever.

Living in the Twin Cities, I don't usually come to my hometown of Hartford with high expectations…read moreof good spots. In what seems like a myriad of townie bars, Brewed Omen is a diamond in the rough! I'm so glad that downtown Hartford is upgrading with places like this! As you descend the entry stairs, you are greeted with a glowing red sign that marks the spot and sets the classy, yet devilish theme of the brewpub. The space itself was cozy, yet cool with exposed brick and ambiant finishes. Plenty of different style seating...couches, high tops, a patio, and bartop. Service was great during our entire stay! The beer menu was very diverse, and after chatting with the bartender, is constantly changing! In a smalltown world of Bud Light and Miller Lite, I was excited to find some unique craft beers! Priced appropriately as well! We didn't get any food but the pretzel looked yummy and massive! We can't wait to make this a regular spot on our few trips home to see family each year!

We were here on a busy Saturday and they were extremely understaffed for the crowd. It took over an…read morehour for our food to arrive, and when it did, we had to wait a while longer for spoons for our soup. The food was good though. I had a Thai chicken soup and the Hartford Hot sandwich, which were both really good. The kids got some kind of pizza with brisket on it that was really good, and definitely enough for the two of them to share. They have a great patio on the river, so I would definitely love to check this place out next time we're in town and there's not an event going on.

Highlights/Lowlights…read more 1. Friendly Service 2. Great Wine 3. Light Snacks Available I visited AppleWorks for the first time this afternoon and loved it! There is ample parking on site making this winery very accessible. We were treated by the friendly bartender who I believe is the owner. She explained their wines to us in just enough detail and walked us through how to make selections for a flight. I did the red flight and you got 4 wine samples for $12. Super affordable! We also ordered a large cheeseboard which was more than enough for two. There are pizzas and soft pretzels available at night on the weekends but since we were here on a Friday afternoon they weren't serving those yet. A lot of Wisconsin wineries do really well with sweet wines but don't have a large dry offering. My flight of 4 red wines was perfectly dry! We really enjoyed our time and can't wait to come back and try what looked like a really nice outdoor are when the weather gets warmer.

A nicely refined winery with lots of history to the property and modern facilities. Most of the…read morewines here are dry. White wine tasting is $9 and red tastings are $12, for 4 samples of each. Bottles tend to run $15-$20 for whites, mid $30s for reds, and $45-50s for reserve bottles. The proprietors are friendly and knowledgeable. Though adding a pallet cleanser of some crackers or even water would be an improvement for tastings.

Rode our bike to downtown Hartland cuz it was 50 degrees in December! Popped in for a drink before…read moredinner. Had some old Fashioneds and the charcuterie board. Drinks were good, cheese &meat were OK. Friendly service, and fun holiday vibe.

We are visiting with friends at this nice, warm friendly wine bar. Our entertainer tonight was Dave…read moreCiccantelli. He played fun songs we knew, many favorites, tapping our toes. When The musician takes a break, there a good sound to fill the time. I enjoyed atmosphere of the locals. Very nice Heartland crowd. Atmosphere: Friendly, open, intelligent, a nice buzz 5 stars Ambiance: Low, warm, inviting, makes you feel welcome, fans keep the air moving, open windows with fresh air 5 stars Bar: A nice oak structure that seats 10-12 comfortably. Plenty of room to chat and spread out. 5 stars Decor: very relaxing, earth tones, warm and inviting. 5 stars Drinks: They have wine, beer, mixed drinks. Stella on tap. The wine selection is wide . Craft beers from domestic and imported. Hand Muddled Old Fashions. 5 stars Food: charcuterie, cheeses, sausage, they source and promote local vendors. 5 stars Location: Excellent downtown spot right on the river, a beautiful view of the water. They also offer a secluded outdoor deck for groups. In addition, there is a lower level for private party events. They have a romantic walk-out patio with seating. You need to purchase drinks from the establishment. 5 stars Music: Good mix of tunes, fun songs, sound was easy to hear and talk to my neighbor. 5 stars Staff: Char, Lisa, Sarah all terrific people, serving a warm dose of intelligent conversation. Another interesting aspect is the staff Sommelier's. They are all savvy and knowledgeable on the wines and spirits. 5 stars The music, lighting, and quaint atmospere combine to create a comfortable, intimant, fun and inviting experiece. We had a very nice time. We recommend and will return. You should too. Get to know the staff, it's worth it.