Vino Etcetera

Stopped at Splash for after work celebratory drinks and sat on the patio outside - 5/5 for drinks,…read moreservice, and vibes all around! Friends ordered martinis, pineapple honey (pictured), pear, and the mochatini. I tried the blackberry mocktail which was delicious and refreshing! Friend tried the pistachio mocktail which they said tasted like ice cream in a cup in the best way. They have so many martinis and drinks to choose from - non alcoholic are not listed on the menu but can be found online. Located in downtown Ocon with beautiful views of the lake.

This happened to be a weekend of martinis - so decided to drive out to Splash (finally). The…read moreweather was a little chilly but we started off on the patio however the fire was enough to keep away the bugs the table was pretty coated! The patio itself also could use some TLC the railings/fencing along it were coated in spider webs and your sitting right up against that. We moved inside the space is pretty lit up compared to other martini bars I've been in but the music was still giving the same dance in your seat vibe. We ordered the spinach dip which while it was good was just served with Tostitos! and was a fairly small dish of dip. However the martinis were great the cucumber martini was a gin martini and wow was it refreshing you'd have no idea there was any alcohol in that drink. Not quite worth the drive but was an experience- if we planned ahead better and could spend the day in Oconomowoc might be more worth it.

Pomegranate Martini

Martinis!

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Vibe inside the venue

North 48

4.0(3 reviews)

I rarely leave negative reviews, but my experience last night was disappointing…read more I went into the restroom and was in there for maybe three minutes. While I was using it, someone started pounding on the door with their fist and demanding that I hurry up. When I came out, she sarcastically said, "Thank you," and immediately went into the restroom herself. I didn't realize until I returned to my friends that she was actually the bartender. She never apologized, wouldn't make eye contact the rest of the evening, and simply went back behind the bar as if nothing had happened. I understand that employees need to use the restroom too, but pounding on the door and speaking to a customer that way is completely unprofessional. A simple, "I'm so sorry to rush you, but I really need to use the restroom," would have been understandable. Instead, I was treated with disrespect over what was literally a short bathroom visit. Unfortunately, that interaction left a much stronger impression than anything else about our visit. I won't be going back to this bar again, nor will my friends. If they treat their patrons this way, it's not a place where I want to spend my money.

The Banana Foster Premium Old Fashioned was excellent. You could really taste all the elements in…read moretheir own and they came together well. Service was fast and friendly and I definitely want to come back to try more of their cocktails.

Crafty Cow - Burgers & Fried Chicken

3.6(348 reviews)

Pros: -Very friendly servers. We've dined here multiple…read moretimes, both as a foursome and as a couple. -Bartenders are great and really work to help you find a drink you'll like. They also have different specialty cocktails throughout the year. -Cheese curds...I know, it's Wisconsin, but these are right up there with the elite. Cons: -I'll let you know when I find some. We've been to Crafty Cow several times over the last year, probably four or five times, and we've always been impressed by how friendly the waitstaff and bar staff are. The owner is also very nice and clearly involved, which I think is cool. I almost always order the same thing: the chicken strip meal, which comes with three huge strips and a large side of fries. The chicken here is really interesting because it's marinated in pickle brine. You can definitely taste the brine, and it adds something you didn't even realize was missing. My wife used to order the same thing, but now she tries something different each time because she knows she can share my strips. Everything she has tried has been good. Also worth mentioning: they have really good ranch dressing. I was surprised when I looked up Crafty Cow on Yelp and saw that it had less than four stars. Looking at some of the older reviews, I'm guessing it may have had a bit of a rocky start. But based on our experiences, Crafty Cow has been consistently great, and we'll definitely keep coming back.

The food was really good. The beer selection was great. The service was good overall and the vibes…read morewere fine. The only issue was we had to ask a few times for them to turn the game on the tv by us before it actually happened. But they were unusually busy for a Thursday it seemed. 10/10 would come eat girl dinner here again.

Interior seating

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Interior

Ruben's Cocktail Lounge

3.7(3 reviews)

Went in here tonight thinking we could get a nice cocktail or two before dinner. When we arrived…read morethere was only one bartender and no customers. The bartender was nice but clearly inexperienced. Another person showed up who I assumed was the owner who then started badgering the bartender and asked her why she was so quiet and said she must be having a panic attack. If this was the case, I would have expected him to try to help the bartender, but he seemed to exasperate the situation. We popped out as soon as we could because it was a really uncomfortable time.

OMG! What fantastic atmosphere, vibe, service and personality at Ruben's. I had noticed it in the…read morepast but never found occasion to go to until we were getting Mexican food from the cart park, and had some time to kill while we waited for our order. Ruben's has a classy, hip cocktail lounge vibe and the music when we were there was jazz and Buena Vista Social Club - so wonderful and not blaring so we could hear eachother talk. Ruben and his staff immediately seemed like family. We will definitely go back for the live music. We are so happy we discovered this place across from the new Mexican grocery store and next to Amalia's.

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Lago Su Bella

4.0(99 reviews)

This Italian restaurant is in the heart of Oconomowoc. I had high hopes for dinner because I had…read morewanted to try this restaurant for awhile. The service from the time we arrived till the end of dinner was perfect. Rob, our server was attentive and polite. The ambiance was lovely as well. I love a restaurant with white tablecloths and lights on the table. We were seated at a window with a view of the lake. The wine list was extensive. As was the cocktail menu. My martini was perfect. As was my husband's Manhattan. We ordered the meatballs as a anti-pasta starter. That's where things started to go wrong.. the meatball was to be made of short ribs, peas, and rice. There was a tiny speck of short rib. One. Tiny. Speck. It was all rice. My husbands dish was amazing. I ordered the eggplant Parmesan. It was probably the worst I've ever had. Rubbery and lacking flavor. I normally love eggplant Parmesan. How can you screw this up? They knew we were there for our anniversary. Not one person mentioned it, until we did. Rob did bring us a complimentary dessert, which was very sweet. Overall, I would not return. Maybe for a lunch, but not for dinner.

Okay, Su Lago... we see you Just wow--across the board…read more The building itself is stunning, perfectly situated right on Lac La Belle Lake and serving up all the dreamy lake-country vibes. Inside, the décor is clearly intentional, with thoughtful details that make the space feel warm, elevated, and inviting. The service was outstanding. We had a fairly large group (around 10 people), and not once did anyone go without water, drinks, or a friendly check-in to make sure everything was perfect. Truly attentive without feeling overbearing. If you're an Italian food lover, this is absolutely the place. Pasta, bread, steak--they have it all, and nothing disappointed. And the cheese wheel?! You don't need a trip to Italy for that experience. Watching my son's noodles get coated in rich, melty cheese tableside was both delicious and memorable--an experience all on its own. Su Lago delivers on atmosphere, service, and food. We'll definitely be back.

Perfectly created cannoli

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Contento

4.3(53 reviews)

5.9 mi

It's been a while since we made it back to Contento, and on a Saturday at 4:30 the place was…read morealready packed, with lots of reservations on the list. We chose to sit at the bar and Kevin did a great job taking care of us. A quick drink and small plate dinner and the evening was perfect. So, lesson to learn: make a reservation if you want a table. The food and drinks are fantastic, and the reputation is well known. Absolutely worth a stop, especially with the warmer weather setting in; outdoor seating is really nice.

Stopped into Contento after an event next door because it appeared tables were open and last year…read morewhen we walked by it was beyond packed so we were hopeful for a table this time. Found out tables were only available via reservation which I thought was a bit odd for a Mexican restaurant but we were offered a seat at the bar so we jumped on that. Inside the decor was festive with a number of Frida pictures and great wallpaper in the restroom. We ordered guacamole and tacos. The guacamole came out quickly and was tasty, with a slightly sweet twist due to the pomegranate seeds and chips just as I like them. I ordered the milwalke and manolos bam bam tacos. I preferred the bam bam because it was filled a bit more but I didn't love the mayo based sauce on either. I would've preferred that on the side or, even better, an offering of salsa instead. I would've loved to review their salsa but only heard about it as I was finished up and it was offered to the couple sitting next to us at the bar. I was excited to try here but there were a few misses during our visit so we'll head to other local restaurants when we're in the area for a more satisfying meal next time.

If you can't find a drink you like, you are in the wrong place.

Tacos

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Dos Amigos - Mezcal

I.d.

4.2(178 reviews)

5.9 mi

•$$$

Excellent tasty food. Great service…read more Awesome ambience. Great cocktails. Would recommend to anyone looking for a great dining experience. The restaurant flips never disappoint and a great way to experience a variety of cuisines.

Cozy spot, perfect for a group. The small plates make I.d. Excellent for a group dinner of…read moreshareables. We had so many items it's hard to pick a favorite, but the whipped feta, shrimp and grits, and truffle fries were all fan favs. Service was excellent and attentive.

Dining Room

Warm Feta Dip

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Wine room

Bryant’s on the Round

4.0(34 reviews)

3.0 mi

Our family recently celebrated my brother and sister-in-law's wedding reception at Bryant's on the…read moreRound, and we truly couldn't have asked for a better experience. From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere felt warm, cozy, and inviting. Bryant's is the perfect venue for an intimate wedding or small celebration, and having the outdoor seating area open gave guests another beautiful space to gather and enjoy the evening. The food was absolutely outstanding. Our guests couldn't stop talking about the appetizers - especially the incredible seafood and cream cheese appetizer with sweet chili sauce - and everything from the creamy risotto to the stuffed chicken was delicious and beautifully prepared. It was one of those meals people were still talking about long after dinner was over. What made the evening especially memorable, though, was the hospitality. Everyone was genuinely kind, friendly, and personable, making us feel less like customers and more like family. The owner was so gracious and even shared how much he appreciated my dad, which meant a great deal to our family. At the end of the night, they carefully boxed up all of the leftovers for us to pick up the next morning, and when we returned, we were greeted with smiles and hugs. It's rare to find a place that combines wonderful food with such genuine hospitality. Bryant's on the Round helped make one of the most important days for our family feel even more special, and we're so grateful. We wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone looking for a beautiful, welcoming venue for a wedding or special event.

Ended up here when our fish fry place was too busy. What a gem! It's a small plate, tiny old world…read moretavern with trendy updates. Very pleased with the vibe and appreciative of the gorgeous Christmas decor that was still up. All of our food was delicious and plentiful but the stars were the spinach risotto, creamy and slightly but perfectly al dente. The beer cheese soup was tangy and delicious but the chocolate Guinness peanut butter cake!!OMG I'm still thinking about it! Background music was wonderful, service was friendly and efficient. Will definitely be back.

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Cornerstone Sports Pub & Eatery

3.4(86 reviews)

We love this place! Great happy hour prices and the atmosphere is good for kids and adultsread more

Stopped in for lunch. Clean, nicely decorated sports bar with plenty of TV's and games. My wife and…read moreI had unsweetened ice tea and it was very good flavor and no bitterness. Server took our orders and the food came quickly. My wife's Rueben was very good and the Cole slaw was creamy and fresh. I ordered the Tuesday special of boneless wings 69 cents each. Six of each, sweet tai sauce and dry rub bbq. I ordered a side of cole slaw also. I thought I'd be pretty full with a dozen wings but when they came they were the size of the small premade meatballs you'd buy in the grocery store. The tai were just ok, but the dry rub tasted like they were rolled in pure salt. I love salt; but these were terrible. I ate one and thought maybe it was just that one, but the 2nd was just as bad. My wife had one and completely agreed. The server came by and asked how everything was, so I told her and she laughed and said they get that a lot, but didn't offer to replace them. I was hungry, so I rolled the last 3 in blue cheese which barely covered the salt. Another server came by to take our plates and asked how everything was. I told her about the wings and she asked me how many I had and walked to the kitchen. When the bill came there had been no adjustment. Based on my wife's meal it would probably be a 4 star review. Based on the small salty wing balls and disregard of the staff, I wouldn't go back.

The bar restaurant area - more seating upstairs and in back

Rueben and Cole slaw

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Ron's Cozy Corner

4.1(96 reviews)

2.2 mi

We went for their Friday fish fry. I got the cod and my wife got the walleye. My wife much…read morepreferred the cod, said the walleye tasted fishy (ha, imagine that). The food was plentiful and prices reasonable. Our server was excellent. Get there early as by 5 pm it was full.

We have been very happy with the menu choices and the service. The prices are very competitive for…read morethe area. The setting is comfortable and tastefully decorated. We enjoy being regular customers. Thank you for friendliness and a good meal at a good price.

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Derek V.

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7 years ago

Hidden gem in town. Brian the owner is always there with a smile on his face and knows your name by the second visit. Happy hour, good food and great atmosphere make this bar amazing. He also has a bourbon club and over 100 bourbons available for your tasting. Brian understands the value of a customer and friends. He is not looking to make a quick buck but instead a life time friend. Give them a shot!! read more

Austin P.

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2 years ago

absolute dogshit fucking security guards!!! went there to have a good time with my friends during my birthday and get accused of stealing womens purses or stealing out of their purses and i try to tell them to check the camera footage to see if they see ME doing anything like that and they proceed to drag by my neck out of the establishment! Bunch of fucking bitches!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! read more

Nicole S.

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11 years ago

I LOVE this wine bar!! I've been here several times and have always had a great experience. You can come with a group, have fun at the bar and listen to music, or even have a meeting in a quiet corner. It is decorated beautifully, and has a warm, cozy atmosphere. Excellent selection of wines, and the staff is always so friendly and helpful. You will fall in love with this unique place! read more

Michael M.

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11 years ago

Love this place. Ann and Karen were working last night and they were exceptional. I am a new person to the world of wine and they both helped me pick out a few excellent choices. Great place to go relax in a pleasant atmosphere and listen to great music. Definitely a place to go in the lake country. read more

Nigel C.

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12 years ago

Just love Vino - the most friendly bar of any kind I have visited, and so comfortable - with great wines and terrific prices for all pockets. Join the Wine Club for monthly events and more! Sitting here now as I write (yes, they have wifi...). read more

Jill A.

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6

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2 years ago

Love Vino Etc! Great people, music, drinks, and atmosphere. This is our favorite place downtown.

Brett E.

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14 years ago

Great place to hang out! Awesome atmosphere! Great beers and wine. Try them out!

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