Saturday I was on a brewery excursion...starting @ Fat Pat's in Spring Valley....as I chatted up…read morebeertender Harley, we got on about whiskey and Old Fashioneds.... She mentioned "on the other side of the park is RockFilter Distillery, I sometimes work over there". I excitedly replied: hey I'm pretty sure I follow them on social media (gets out phone) "yes" they open at noon... it's 11:52, annnd the stars have aligned! Thanks as I was brewery focused!" So... I drove the two minutes around the park, from parking spot to parking spot to check it out. Parking was easy right out front along the curb. They had a windowed garage door they opened & a few tables & chairs about. I didnt know the fella i met as i came in was the co-owner/distiller! As i made my way to the bar, two gals working. I thought i heard one say to the other "mom"... no way, im crazy. Sure enough when i asked what she drinks? "Im not old enough, these are my parents." Solid!! I love a family run, local, small business!! Co-owner Kate did a FAB job explaining the tasting notes of the several drinks i inquired about!! I went w the Honey Bourbon. It was delicious but i opted to have what i came in for; an Old Fashioned! After, of course consulting Kate on whether she'd go w an Old Fashioned or New Old Fashioned? Its a cute tasting room. They have several bottles on the bar. I didnt see a couple bottles he referred to but i LOVED when he said it was his grandparents picture on the Rail Splitter, his uncle on a tractor on the Red Rider Rye and his great uncle on another!! How fun!! Rochester brewery Forager takes barrels after hes used them! I really like the old pulley above the bar for the lights. The old pipe as a bar footrest. I really liked the river bar top! For...everything ive mentioned; RockFilter is a must visit; err must imbibe. Chat up the owners. Take in the....history(?) ... story of RockFilter!! Thanks for an informative & delicious spirits stop in between breweries! Cheers

RockFilter makes exceptional whiskey. It is made to be enjoyed neat or on the rocks. I would say…read morethe drinks and service are ok. Go and buy several bottles and take home.

We were coming from two Celebrations of Life while in our homestate of Wisconsin. To honor those…read morelives that had passed I just needed a balance. Here at Chippewa Brewing and Distillery was the perfect place. Pam and Ingrid were awesome. Not pushy and actually played into my not needing something high octane as I call it. Being creative I wanted a Sex in the Canoe and Rooster but settled on the Octberfest type beer, afterall tis the season . We so enjoyed the moment of care they didn't know our day but they were so kind. I have forgotten what the Midwest felt like. People being kind. Thank you ladies, I would highly recommend stopping here. The decor was so me. A little of this and that.

Awesome Bloody Marys and great bartenders. Always make a point to stop when in town.read more

What we thought would be a casual trip to get some of Ne Ne's flavorful tacos turned into a…read moremulti-faceted adventure. Below is a series of events of our... unique... experience: 1. Our arrival 2. The scurry to the 2nd floor 3. Accidentally ordering the same drinks for our friends TWICE (honestly our own fault) 4. Ordering not enough masterfully decorated infamous street tacos from Ne Ne's 5. Our waitress SITTING ON THE JOB?????!?21@ ABSOLUTELY NOT 6. C o n s u m e 7. Her making up for it with her charming personality 8. Me legally changing my name to Bartholomew but I go by "Barth" 9. Me slightly critiquing a cocktail that our waitress didn't make but she, out of her own thoughtful, gracious, and contagious sense of humored self helped me get a better suited drink cause I'm a picky Barth. 10. Enjoyed the 2nd drink more than the first. 11. Went home satisfied. So, if you also want an experience like mine. Then make your way to Infinity and ask for the girl that is effervescent. -Barth

Overall a nice place to visit, though a little pricey for what they offer…read more Many of the wines are flavored (and delicious), but may not please a purist's wine pallete. (The apple pue sangria is a must try!) The distillery aspect is small, with only 2 whiskeys, 1 vodka, and 2 flavored versions of the vodka available. The $12 flight for three 3/4oz pours left us feeling lacking. The atmosphere is nice with lots of seating options. There are tables with chairs, bar searing, and a pit group of leather couches around a coffee table in front of the fire. The service was chipper and friendly, ready with recommendations based on what you like.

My friends and I did a distillery tour and found ourselves at this establishment. It was a rainy…read moreday, so we were eager to seek shelter inside. Upon walking in, we were amazed at what this venue had to offer! You couldn't tell necessarily from the outside, but this place was huge. Lots of areas for you to take a seat and converse with patrons. You could sit at the bar; they had plenty of table-top seating and at least 2 areas with comfortable couches for a more intimate experience. We chatted up with the bartender, asking for suggestions, and I ended up going with a That Raspberry One and a Barrel Aged Gin Old Fashioned. Both tasted absolutely fantastic and were appropriately priced. Additionally, I had left an important card at the distillery, so I called them to make sure it was there. They said it was and were happy to mail it back to me. That's incredible customer service! I definitely will be back again.

I don't usually expect a small town to have a distillery with an in house bourbon but I found one…read morehere! My wife and I popped in on a Saturday afternoon to check the place out. It is a huge space with all sorts of seating inside and out. They also have foosball and a shuffle board which are always nice. The drinks we had were also quite tasty. We tried the Bourbon Paloma, Cry Baby Bloody Mary, and Old Fashioned. All of them were quite tasty. The Old Fashioned was my favorite. The bourbon Paloma was also quite tasty. I think one thing that might make the drinks better would be some higher quality mixers.

Passing through La Crosse and found this spot. Drinks were so good. Old fashioneds spectacular!…read moreWe split the beet salad and the beer battered walleye and although both were excellent, splitting the two entrees was perfect for us. Nick, our waiter was very helpful in assisting with our food selections. The building is beautiful and on this hot September evening, air conditioning was much appreciated! A great place to frequent!

We were in town for the night and decided to stop in. We were able to walk in and shared a large…read morehigh top table. We got the walleye fish fry and the birria tacos. Both were good but not great. They just needed something extra. We did wait a while to get service, but our waitress was very nice and helpful. I'd come back and try a few other items on the menu.

Today was our 4th time to Lucky Guys Distillery. We first stumbled upon it last fall when we were…read morein Hudson having dinner for our wedding anniversary, we stopped in for after dinner drinks, my husband tried the Lucky Guy's Old Fashioned and I had the espresso martini, the espresso martini was the best I've ever had, same for the old fashioned, my husband loves the honey habanero in it. On our next visit, we brought my sister-in-law and brother-in-law and they loved it too. On our 3rd visit we brought my mother-in-law and father-in-law and their friends, typically hard to pleased people when it comes to eating out/drinks at an establishment and they enjoyed the cocktails also. Today we were out on a drive and had our mini Goldendoodle with us, we weren't sure if Lucky Guy's was dog friendly, so I popped my head in to see if they were dog friendly and found out they are on their patio and main level. I ordered my usual espresso martini and my husband got the Lucky Guy's Old Fashioned, we are creatures of habit and when we find a cocktail we like, we tend to stick with it. However, when we decided to have another round, I asked Guy what he recommended and he suggested the Somerset Martini, it did not disappoint. Guy knows what he's doing! The ambiance is great, warm and welcoming and it's tastefully decorated, right down to the bathrooms. Guy has been there every time we've been there and you can tell that he cares about his customers and the cocktails he's making. All other staff we've encountered at Lucky Guys have always been friendly, knowledgeable and welcoming. Highly recommend Lucky Guy's. If we didn't live over 40 minutes away, we'd probably be there a lot more frequently. Keep up the good work!

This was a great spot for excellent cocktails and drinks! The atmosphere was lively and the decor…read morewas very nice and clean. Their selection of drinks was impressive! We stopped by with friends to check this place out and we had a great time! Our server was very knowledgeable with her drinks and gave us some great suggestions based on our preferences. Definitely a fun spot to hang out with friends to enjoy some fun cocktails. Would definitely recommend this one!

I really wasn't sure what to expect when we came here for the first time, it's tucked away and…read moreunassuming on the outside. But when you walk in, the vibes are immaculate. The bartenders are friendly, the drinks are unique + delicious, and there's clearly regulars that help shape the atmosphere. I can't wait to come back and play (free!) pool!

This is a beautiful place to have a drink. Dampfwerk is a surprise. Located in a warehouse in a…read moreneighborhood of railroad tracks and concrete block, the Dampfwerk Distillery hits you with elegance and sophistication once you enter. It's a "Through the Looking Glass," experience. It's like imbibing in your wealthy uncle's basement bar. Known for its aperitifs, Dampfwerk requires navigation. Izzy and Wyatt were our navigators and bartenders. They were great. Everything we tasted was refined, delicious and special. Dampfwerk would be unique anywhere in the world. This is a place to surprise friends and guests from out of town. By the time I arrived at Dampfwerk, I was already tipsy from spending time at another distillery. (My spouse does the driving, thankfully.) Thus, I can't remember what I drank, but I know I had a great time.

Our first time here, the atmosphere is very welcoming and had good energy. The staff was very…read morefriendly and accommodating. They had live music the evening we stopped in, we wanted to talk so they put us in an area that was a bit more conducive to doing that. The musician was very good. We each had some of their spirits and tried the beer and wine. The pizzas were delicious and I'd highly recommend them. He also had the Crispy potatoes and they also were delicious. We will be back!

Foods a solid 8/10 pizza and pretzels are great, service is very nice and it's a very cool modern…read morerestaurant I recommend it.

Don't let the walk to get here deter you! It's in a weird business building where you have to walk…read moreby other business before getting here. But once inside, vibes are dark, moody and chill - great for a night cap or a date. I enjoyed both of my cocktails. Pricey...$115 after 4 drinks, tax and tip.

Decided to stop here to grab a drink to celebrate my bday. Such an expected location. They do have…read morea ton of signs to find the place. We were able to get last minute reservations on a Friday which was nice. It wasn't too busy at the time we went. Loved the vibes & the decor. We got 3 different drinks - Strawberry Dubai Chocolate, Koku & Secondhand Dandelions. I love that they come over and explain the drinks, it really elevates the experience. Surprisingly the Dubai Chocolate drink was my favorite. My mom ordered a few snacks & enjoyed them especially the Japanese snack mix. I'd definitely like to come back.

I hadn't been since they moved to the new location and have definitely been missing out. We were…read morethere right at open during the farmers market and there was an initial rush that died down after 15 or so minutes. The bartender was extremely friendly, helpful, and knowledgable about the products; answering some questions I had about proofing. It's in a great spot downtown right next to the farmers market with plenty of street parking. There are a few sidewalk tables but a nice open space inside. The inside doesn't allow dogs, however, due to their kitchen. Speaking of... The pizza was pretty good! I feel the most important part of any pizza is the crust and that was the best bit of theirs. The fresh ground flour adds a ton of flavor and they got a decent char on the bottom and rim. The prices weren't terrible and 1 pizza with some booze fed both of us. My only gripe is that they go heavy on the cheese so the (excellent) crust can't hold up to the weight and wetness. That's made a bit worse by they fact that they use a high-moisture mozzarella so there's a lot of grease that can soup the whole deal up. All in all they make fantastic spirits, service is great, and now have good pizza at a decent price. I think this may be my go to spot for meeting friends when I'm in Northfield.

This is a very interesting spot to visit. We were hungry for pizza and chose Loon Liquors as it was…read morethe closest to us. We are glad we did as the pizza is fantastic Neapolitan style pizza with high quality toppings on delicious dough. We loved "white" sausage pie and the pepperoni honey pies, both perfect versions of these classic pizzas. The bonus was the in-house liquor! We bought several bottles of gin and vodka that we look forward to sharing with friends! The team at Loon are eager to please and do nice and helpful. We can't wait to visit again!