Met friends for lunch. Place is very unusual, huge long bar, a pool table and three small tables -…read more4 chairs each. Orders are placed at the bar and food comes to the table fast. Menu is very limited, but that didn't matter to us. We were going to check out the burgers. Hamburger with a slice of raw onion, two bacon cheese burgers (their specialty) with a slice of raw onion and a side of fries, and a veggie wrap rounded out our order. Burgers were a good size and cooked well. Meat was coarse grind which we like. Fries were nothing special but came hot to the table. The wrap was underwhelming. Service was friendly. Food was better than average but place needed a good cleaning, especially the cooking grill and back room which was visible. 4 stars is generous. Likely not return until cleanliness is addressed.

Had a few beers and some bar food at Tootsie's in Dane. It's a smaller place inside, but friendly…read morebartenders & locals. If you're up in rural Wisconsin, you can already guess the vibe. While in an older building, the interior has been kept up-to-date.

One of the funnest outdoor places in town. The atmosphere is fun and they get some really good…read morebands playing there. Bring your bug spray and a chair for the outdoor music.

This place actually exists, and not just in Peter Griffin's world…read more Tucked away next to a supper club on a little peninsula on a lake in central Wisconsin is indeed, a tiny bar called The Drunken Clam. You won't run into Peter here, but you'll meet other delightful people -- locals and vacationers. Most of the time, it's closed, but on the rare occasion that you find this building open (usually a weekend evening during warmer weather), it's a bit of a delight. Owned and operated by the people who run Twin Shores next door, this little building has a tiny, crowded bar with one table, and several outdoor tables. The drinks here are the same as the drinks at Twin Shores. It's a perfect spot for an after dinner drink when you want to sit outside and breathe in the fresh lake air on a warm summer night.

Very friendly staff, cheap food, cool dive bar feel. Food is good not great. They took care of 9…read moreof use pretty quickly.

What an awesome spot just outside of Madison!! There aren't very many reviews so I wasn't sure what…read moreto expect but WOW were we blown away by the quality!! We arrived around five on a Friday night and usually with fish fry you would have to wait for a seat, but there were two tables open. The waitress came over right away and took our drink order. We ordered the fried pickles to start. They were good. They have quite a variety of appetizers, including some Asian inspired. Then we ordered the three-piece fish fry, perch, and the salmon. At first glance, the portions of seafood seemed a little small however, for the price it's a good deal. You also get breadsticks, coleslaw, and baked beans. The salmon was the unexpected star!! Better than most chain restaurants and right there with expensive ones! The inside is decorated like a typical Wisconsin dive bar, but the food exceeded our expectations. The service was the cherry on top. We will definitely be back!

Stopped in to break up a 15 hr drive... best decision of the day!! Fantastic food!! Great…read moreservice!!! Welcoming atmosphere for travelers!!

We drove up and saw that The Bar Next Door was attached to a Super8 motel and we almost drove away…read morebut I am so glad we said 'what the hell' and went in. Rustic ambiance with a mix of high and low table seating as well as a good amount of space to belly up to the bar. Service was excellent. The servers worked great as a team and our order was taken promptly, food came out steaming hot, tables were bussed quickly. Great teamwork. I had to have the smash burger as it seems to be a signature item. It was so good! Two huge patties. I got mine with bacon, lettuce, tomato, and sauted onions. Fresh. Delicious. Love the little crisp on the smash burger. So good. My side was a salad but I may have stolen a fry just for a taste test and they had my approval. I can't believe we almost drove away. Do not do that. Go in. Enjoy the experience.

Great great fish fry. Dive bar setting with an open kitchen. They have dinner specials every night…read moreand all are great so far. The clam chowder soup was homemade and delicious!

Amazing fish fry! Crispy but yet not over kill with batter. Flaky fish and not greasy. Hard to say…read morewhether we loved the hashbrowns or fries more. Clam chowder was flavorful and full of good stuff. Not too peppery. Not too thick. Not too thin. Just perfect. Amazing for the price. Good friendly service, they treat you like a local. I would highly recommend.

Great place cheap drinks nice people I'll definitely be going again if you're looking for a cozy…read morehole in the wall place this is it

A simple dive bar. Good, cheap drinks in a friendly atmosphere. For a great no frills time out it's…read morehard to beat.

The Missouri Tavern is an awesome country bar; open since 1940, you should definitely drop-in for…read morebeverage or two. It offers the perfect rural Wisconsin country bar vibe: after 86 years in business, it is the real-deal. Great bartender: good guy. The food seems to be mostly limited to bar pizza [which *did* smell amazing] The patio looked beautiful on a sunny afternoon.

Historic, iconic , small , with some damn good bartenders , shout out to Debbie for being the best…read morebartender along highway 12 . Food is decent , pizza, fried food , kind of what you expect in a dive bar. Great outdoor seating on a beautiful day . The clientele is much better than random bars in Waunakee as the people are all pretty friendly. Would go there first if in the area

Typical bar experience, decent prices, quick service. Homemade pizza was great super fresh dough…read moreand toppings!

We had a banquet here and the food and service was excellent. Most notable was the owner, Brent,…read morewent around and visited all the tables to ensure all was good. Very impressed.

Stopped in about a month ago for a friend's little get together, and had a great time! Currently…read morepregnant, so can't shed much light on the beverage situation, but the vibe is fun and pretty much quintessential Wisconsin bar. My kids enjoyed the pinball machines and the board games they had available, and it was the perfect day to sit outside on the deck. We were thrilled to find out that it is non-smoking out there, because we were able to hang out with our kids out there and just enjoy the fresh air and sunshine. I definitely plan to return post-partum to enjoy some alcoholic beverages at this fun establishment!

This is become the go to Bluegrass bar in Madison, with live music almost every night. Positive…read moreatmosphere, affordable drinks, really friendly bartenders, and an incredible vibe. It's a default go to before high noon saloon or other places, lucky to have it as a gathering spot in Madison.

A true Wisconsin dive bar--nothing fancy, just what it is…read more We came to Dive Inn thanks to a pub pass, and it's exactly what the name suggests. It's a local hangout with that classic dive bar vibe: friends chatting at the bar, a lonely guy playing slots in the corner, and no pretense whatsoever. The atmosphere is very "Wisconsin dive," and if you're not a local, it's easy to feel out of place. The drinks are standard, nothing special, and the food is nothing to write home about. It's cozy in a low-key way, but don't expect anything fancy. For locals looking for a casual spot to grab a drink, it works, but outsiders might not feel the same warmth.

Stopped in on a weekday night. Lively crowd with some newbies mixed in with regulars. Super…read morebartender kept the drinks flowing. A solid tap list with a bigger selection of bottles and cans. Cocktails were stiff but super reasonable. They have some food options with pizza or you can call over to Red Lion for takeout. Loved the overall vibe of the place. I'll be back.