Stopped in yesterday, Friday for some live music @ 3:00. To my surprise @ about 20 to 3:00 Chris &…read moreMike were already playing!! The acts are set up just inside the door, nice! I liked how thoughtful Next Stop is of their acts; there are about three guitar stands attached to the wall behind where the musicians set up. I sat @ the table just inside the door. As most bars nearly all tables are hi-top, there was one standard height table w six or eight chairs near the middle of the bar. I felt this was the Townie Bar....full w a bunch of chill, kind folk. I didn't take a picture but there was a laminated sign on my table: For food and drink service please see the bartender. I was pleasantly surprised when everyone stepped out during the music break when the lovely bartender passed by, she stopped to ask if I needed anything? Very kind, as I can read and I knew the request. The bar was pretty full but not squished in like sardines full, nor loud. They have a parking lot, not a lot of spaces, so you just park along the edge/grass of the lot and all is peachy. I enjoyed that a couple few of the regulars ended up moving to the table next to me and danced for a lot of the gig! They were kind and lively ladies! The music was great, the environment comfortable and welcoming, the people friendly and attentive and friendly service; I definitely don't see this being my last visit. I didn't see anything on their social media or website and didn't ask yesterday to find out what's with the fireman theme? I really like it... look up, helmets make some of the light fixtures and there are figurine type things on the higher bar shelves. Next Stop Bar thanks for a fun and memorable inaugural visit, you've definitely made a fan and hopefully a repeat customer out of me, cheers!

If you're tired of the boujee scene in Stillwater, the closest bar/restaurant across the bridge is…read morea steal. This place has a really down to earth vibe, the waitress is quite nice and there's good music. I would argue you're better off taking the extra 5 minute drive into Wisconsin because they have a delightful menu, my proof is the PB Bacon Cheeseburger (yes, as in Peanut Butter, it's fantastic)!

Visiting from TX and came to walk in the Stillwater neighbor, the ambiance outside is amazing since…read moreit's right by the water and they had live music on a Friday night outside. The food is very much a bar food but appreciate the kids menu and a very small dog menu. The loaded nachos was great & fully loaded. The ahi tuna bowl was good but I would say the ratio of tuna and rice and sides were not proportional. The hot honey chicken wrap was truly hot but yummy. The burger was great and very much glazed in the bourbon sauce. Our server was amazing, she brought water and a bowl for our dog to have his food. All in all this is really good spot to grab food listen o some music and enjoy the view.

Huge patio with lots of seating at tables, high tops, bar seating!…read more Good music, good vibes on a nice summer day! Close to the river and other restaurants Staff are nice, food is good! Bloody Mary was good! Parking free on some street otherwise metered parking Good for groups, has inside and outside! Highly recommend to stop here for a drink on the patio, live music and fun vibes

Tucked away in the most unsuspecting spot, this is one of the hidden gems of Stillwater!…read more Plenty of street parking available outside or paid lot access across the street, sneak into the door and travel down to a whole underground speakeasy! The bartenders and servers keep the theme front and center in this prohibition-era spot! Plenty of comfy couches and seating arrangements to support small to medium groups! Cocktail menu has the classics and inventive new takes! Haven't had a bad drink from this spot in many a visit! Can't wait to see what they mix up next!

What a lovely speakeasy in the heart of downtown Stillwater. Great place for a fancy cocktail. I…read morewas planning a date night for me and my hubby. I wasn't sure if we needed a reservation but decided to call and had to leave a vm with the time, how many, etc. When I showed up on Saturday evening since I hadn't heard back from the Velveteen I assumed we didn't have a reservation but alas they had us down and were sat at a lovely table with relaxing velvety chairs. I had the King Kamehameha - it has rum, banana, etc...a little slice of Hawaii they say and it sure was. Yum! Hubby had the Mutineer which was a bit boozy for my liking. Service was great and also the lovely live music that matched the ambience of the place. Will be back for sure!

Stopped into Howard's Bar for dinner on a random Tuesday evening with a party of five, including a…read morecouple of kids. The place is split into a bar area with tables and a smaller dining area. We opted for the dining section since we had little ones with us. There was one server covering our section, which had our table and another table. While she seemed to be keeping up with orders reasonably well, her friendliness left something to be desired. As the face of the restaurant, especially in a family-friendly section, a warmer attitude would've gone a long way. Food-wise, everything we ordered was solid. I had the deluxe patty melt with fries which was tasty, well-cooked, and a generous portion. Others at the table had walleye strips, nachos, mac and cheese, and another sandwich (can't remember the name). Across the board, everyone enjoyed their meals, and the portions were definitely generous for the price. Overall, Howard's delivered on food and portion size, but the service could use a little polish to make it a more welcoming experience. Would I come back? I'd likely consider, I just hope the service is better this time.

Hamburgers are tasty. All cooked perfectly. Juicy. Offer a variety of cheeses and toppings. The bar…read morehas a laid-back old school vintage vibe. Friendly servers.

Pappy's is a Stillwater staple, and don't be scared away by all the bikers, it's a great spot to…read moregrab a drink or a tall plate of nachos off the main drag of downtown Stillwater. Patio and indoor seating available! We sat out on the covered patio, which has a great view of the river. Our server was on top of things during our stay. I really appreciated that my Mule came in a copper mug! Perfectly tasty and refreshing on this hot and sunny day!

Our server Brooke was excellent. She is friendly and very knowledgeable about the bar and menu…read moreitems. She's a keeper! The atmosphere overlooking the marina is awesome!

Stopped into Brick and Bourbon in Stillwater and immediately knew I made the right call sitting at…read morethe bar. The exposed stone walls and that huge wall of whiskey bottles behind the bar give the place a cozy, speakeasy kind of feel. I had to try their take on an Old Fashioned, and it did not disappoint. It came loaded with a giant orange peel and topped with a couple thick strips of crispy bacon and a piece of what I'm pretty sure was a bacon-waffle garnish - such a fun, over-the-top touch that actually worked with the drink instead of feeling gimmicky. The bourbon itself was smooth with just the right amount of sweetness, and the smoky bacon on top added a savory contrast that made it way more interesting than your typical Old Fashioned. The bartender clearly knew the menu well and was happy to chat through the whiskey selection, which made the whole experience feel personal rather than rushed. Great spot if you're looking for a laid-back bar with a serious cocktail program and a little bit of playful flair. Already looking forward to going back and working through the rest of their drink menu.

We had great burgers and Parmesan fries. The seating took about 20-25 minutes on a Friday night,…read morebut it was in a hall right outside the kitchen door. Not good. Heard there was a roof top and second floor that was nice, but we didn't wait for those. We were told it would be another 20-30 minutes. Our server was nice, knew about the menu, and had good suggestions. Would go back and try for better seating next time.

We were going to Stillwater and I wanted to try somewhere new. Glad we decided on Lolo! The hanger…read moresteak Korean tacos were great; very flavorful and great balance of sultry and spicy and fresh. I think next time I would get them in lettuce wraps because it was a lot more food than it looks!

Great food, some interesting options and fun locations. We have been several times including with…read morechildren and everyone seemed pleased.

Stopped in for a quick lunch and sat at the bar which, should support the quick lunch goal -…read morehowever, service was surprisingly slow. It wasn't all that busy, roughly three staff members in and out behind the bar inclusive of an employee who was working on a sangria mix? Pre made cocktail mix? Not sure but he was putting something together the majority of the time I was in. I digress. It wasn't just myself and guest who experienced the slow service, there was another group at the end of the bar that had to ask multiple times for their tab to multiple employees. On to the food: -I went with the Royale Smash Burger, which was quite tasty and honestly, the seasoning of the burger and the cheese stood so strong on their own I wish I didn't have the tomato and pickles in hindsight. Really great burger! -the side fries were solid and seasoned perfectly! -the onion rings we split was surprisingly the opposite. No real taste to the batter, came out not super hot, and really soggy. The exact opposite of the side fries and honestly, wish we'd skipped on them. Overall, the service kind of killed the experience, the burger was solid, and I'd skip the onion rings. There's some decent spots in Stillwater and this place always seems super busy this was the first chance I had to stop in and... not sure with the other options I'd jump to go back. Perhaps it was just an off service/off afternoon?

Cool location, funky vibe, but frankly not that great. Not really bad, per se, but kind of like an…read moreApplebee's food wise. The menu wasn't accurate, they were understaffed so the service was a little random. Good chicken wings, I had a Thai chicken wrap appetizer that was soupy and too sweet. My wife had a hamburger ("pink or no pink" - she asked for pink) and got a grey, dried out patty. Why ask if you can't cook it anyway? A fine dinner for $60, but it was twice that with drinks. I don't think we'll be back. Not horrible, there are just so many other options in downtown Stillwater.

Used to love this place but after going back in late Dec 2025 it has gone downhill a little, and I…read morewholehearted agree with the other review that says it's a one and done type place. Maybe we just had a bad server but he was really bad, insulting, got the order wrong so he could get through the task faster, just not what I've come to expect there. Also it was a way younger and antsier seeming crowd than I expected, which wasn't odd since most other places downtown had someone at the door checking IDs that night. Probably one to avoid until the summer season

Stopped by The Tilted Tiki for a quick drink during a birthday celebration, and honestly, they…read morehandled our big group like champs. The service was super fast and really friendly, which I appreciated considering we rolled in with 20 people. They were out of some of the fun tiki cups I had ordered, which was a little disappointing, but the drinks themselves were tasty and surprisingly strong. It was a short visit, but was filled with fun vibes and great service. Overall it is a solid spot to grab a drink if you're wandering around Stillwater. I would definitely stop by again!

We made a stop out at Ziggys for a few drinks after walking for hours to rehydrate. I have seen…read morethis location countless times but have not stopped in. The place was alive with live music and people dancing. We sat at the bar and our bartender Ashley told us what was on the menu. We had a few beers then the pickles. The pickles were perfectly fried and had a crisp crunch on the outside and a soft inside. Ashley's shift was over, and then came Billy who was another fabulous bartender. He kept the beers coming as we enjoyed the evening.

Ambiance, service, friendliness and especially food were all phenomenal no other notesread more