The Abbey is one of my favorite places in Menomonie. Not only is the atmosphere really cool and…read morelaid back but the staff are always friendly and willing to strike up a conversation. It always seems like there is a really relaxed vibe and the low lighting and heated bar really add to this experience. I used to think that The Abbey was just a bar (by no means a bad thing!) but I stopped in for lunch and had a spectacular pulled pork sandwich a few days ago. Dare I say it... The best pulled pork sandwich in downtown Menomonie?! The sauce sounds like it would be weird because there is mustard in it but I can confirm that it is delicious and really makes the sandwich. Props to The Abbey for having a limited menu and having a few really good dishes instead of a bunch of average bar food. Apart from the atmosphere, food and staff there are really good drink specials at The Abbey as well! Every day there is a near unbearable special. When school is in session these deals are definitely taken advantage of by the Stout students. If I had to credit this place for just one thing it would be that the building itself is such a relaxing place. No flashing lights, no overly loud music and no amateur DJ screaming at the top of their lungs like other bars in Menomonie. Even yet, if inside is a little too much you can always step out onto the patio. If you're looking for a relaxed cocktail in Menomonie this is your place.

This place rocks. The fact that the menu is limited is a positive. They are freakishly good at…read moremaking the items on the menu. And just when you think your whole day is shot because the slaw has broccoli (we know that Wisconsinites loathe anything that did not have parents) bam - there's bacon in it! Abbey (from the Abbey) is the coolest Abbey I know. Much cooler than any other Abbey, including Westminster and Downton. My dog enjoys the back patio where she can chill and dream about all the wonderful smells that waft from the kitchen. The sandwiches are amazing. The drinks are made well and the free chaser is like a prize my liver didn't know it won.

I've been coming here for 50 years. Best damn bar in the Midwest. I miss the live acts, but the…read moreambience remains.

A comfortable established tavern to sit or stand around…read more Framed legend Band & singer preformers grace the walls, telling a story of the music and past showmanship that entertained drinker's and jazz fans through the many years of this stand alone eclectic establishment.

Great place in Menomonie! Laura and Eric have a great place to watch sports games and enjoy some…read moredrinks!

Wow!! Where do I start!! My husband and I were on our way to…read moreMinnesota and stopped in Menomonie for the night. We told by locals to go to the Pub. Walked in and NO ONE was there! What I mean is NO bartender was present!! So walked out!!

I mean, seriously, it's unfair that this place exists so far from my home…read more I had the absolute pleasure of stopping in on my drive from Minneapolis to Madison today and it was such a lovely stop. The beer was great. The food was even better (lemony stick-its with house made tzatziki are a must) and the service was something I have not experienced since pre-Covid times. The staff was young and cute, but had exceptional customer service skills. They were talkative and friendly, so much so that I felt like I was at home already and needed to just move here before the weekend ended. Facility is clean, updated, and welcoming. 10/10 recommend eating, drinking, and hanging out here. I even Text messaged coworkers and friends and told them to go out of their way to fly into Minneapolis when they had to make the trip out here as well so that they could stop in. Keep it up lucette!!!

I wish this place were closer. Everything about it is still amazing. Nestled in a valley on the…read moreedges of Menomonee, the setting is gorgeous. The beer is excellent. The service is efficient. And their woodfired pizzas are to die for her.

Mondays are BOGO burger day. What other reason do you need to visit? The burgers are big, really…read moregood and come with pub fries. This is my Monday go to spot when I'm in town. The staff is always friendly and the food is fresh. They also have great outside seating.

We were in town for a softball tournament and called ahead to see if they could accommodate our…read moreteam. Walking into the badger it was cozy and felt like a cabin. The wait staff was ready and the processed our orders with speed and efficiency. The food is typical bar food with some twists. But was excellent and not typically greasy like you find in these local spots. Would highly recommend and will be back when in town again.

Great little hometown bar. Very friendly and welcoming bar. They make you feel right at home. 5…read morestars

Great bloodies, bartender & speaker system. Welcomed in by a friendly clientele. I would recommend…read morethis dive bar.

Enjoyed our beautiful view of the Black River from our campsite. Very clean bathrooms and shower…read more The Pub was very welcoming and the live music was a plus. we will certainly be back. Ron and Roxann

I highly recommend you don't let the gps directing you down the somewhat paved road on a dead end…read moreroad deter you from visiting McSweet's Irish pub. A limited food selection is made up by a thorough beer selection. A friendly bar tender and friendly locals rounded out the visit. A good sized TV behind the bar with great sounding speakers was kinda surprising. There is an old oval pic on the wall high above and behind the bar of a couple who I meant to ask who they were, but I forgot. Could they be the McSweet's? If I ever pass through Black River Falls I'll have to stop in and ask. Don't forget to get some beer to go!

Another delicious burger and fries. Service was just ok. Drank a lazy monk, can't go wrong.read more

Stopped in for a quick bite to eat and drink while driving through town. It was our first time. The…read morecheese curds were so good!! We each got a wrap and fries. The wraps were decent. Service was fast!

I've eaten here in the distant past. It is as good now as it was then…read more The staff is friendly and the service is quick. The food is also quick. The food includes the Irish stuff you would expect, and in the past they've been great. Think fish & chips, Shepards pie (actually cottage). My friend and I had sandwiches this visit and they were great. The menu says you get chips. What you get is a generous portion of deep fried potato rounds, just a little thick. Some crunchy and some a little soft. The dill pickle... not my favorite but that's my take. Do Not skip the appetizer. The mushrooms are amazing. They are roasted or braised, and they are delicious. There are Irish beers here including Guinness, Harp, etc. or if you prefer something else there's a full bar.

Had looked forward to having Walleye fish my entire visit in Minn/Wis and I wasn't disappointed. I…read moregrew up in the area and Walleye is fished by both locals and pros. I was delighted they had it on the menu. One lady was the bartender, order taker, waitress and even bused all the tables. This is the Midwest work ethic I was raised with! She did a great job all the while maintaining a smile and good humor with the customers. Every table including the bar was filled and everybody left happy, including us. My friend had a Ruben sandwich w/ coleslaw and I had the deep fried Walleye sandwich with chips. It got real quiet while we were eating which is a good sign the food was good. The accompanying potato chips were fabulous! Never had fries done this way. They are thin like a chip but actually fried potato medallions. Definitely will come back when in the area again.

Really dig the ambience of the old building. They say it's haunted, you be the judge, I didn't see…read moreany ghosts. With great service. There was a new server training in. They were very attentive. The drinks were good. I had the Sheeley old-fashioned, made with Bulleit Rye, a fairly standard Wisconsin style old-fashioned. My ribeye was just a little overcooked and my wife smashed burger was just a little undercooked. The food overall was pretty good. I'll definitely go back. I can't believe I've never been there after all these years.

It's taken years since I left town to finally make it back here under the (not so) new ownership…read more I've heard such good things and so when we found ourselves with an open afternoon, we stopped by for dinner. The ambiance is casual with lots of fun things to examine on the walls - some historic, some new. We started with the Brussels sprouts, loaded with bacon and Gouda cheese. These were a huge hit and we cleared the entire plate. I ordered the Sheely burger with truffle fries and definitely ate beyond capacity. The Mr. ordered the ribeye special and it came out medium rare just as he likes. He ate every bite and when he saw that you could buy a round for the staff for $10, proceeded to do so. He appreciates a perfect steak. Can't wait to come back and try some other items! *NOTE: CASH ONLY*