I normally have a great time in this local bar. But Sarah needs to understand what the value of a…read moregood customer. My name is Jack, Sarah. Your customer service tonight did not warrant cursing people with two balls on the table and 15 minutes left. Do not ask me to respect you when yell across the bar at my lovely lady when she is simply trying to finish the game and respect bar time while you use it as an opportunity to curse Dennis (bar owner). We know who Dennis is and how strict he is. It's his bar. I've never been talked to like that from any bartender in my life. Hopefully a simple misunderstanding? But it seemed like you simply were being unprofessional while intoxicated on the job. Please leave Stoughton!!!

Stopped in for a coupe shots and a beer during intermission of a show at the Opera House. Couldn't…read morehave been a better spot. Perfect

Love this place! Came back with my dad for a scotch flight and a few martinis. Got to talk with the…read moreowner Scott who was amazing! Knows his stuff behind the bar. I highly recommend taking a look at the extensive martini list and giving a couple of them a try. They have weekly specials too-- Wednesday is $6 Martini night. Say what?!? Yes, you heard me correctly-- top quality martinis (shaken not stirred) for under a Hamilton!!!

Came here before a show at the opera house and was so happy to be greeted by ms. ELKE. This is a…read moresmall spot and the lights and dim but the drinks were great. They also have a bunch of board games to keep you entertained. But the best part was Elke.

I have been here a half dozen times and always had a good time. Staff is friendly, crowd tends to…read morebe friendly and welcoming. Not pretentious at all. Good local joint. Cash only, but they have a fee ATM. Good reason to make your way to the east end of Downtown Stoughton.

I am so impressed with what has been done to this bar! They have made it so inviting! I cannot wait…read moreto bring my girls night out group here! It is a cash only bar- so make sure to swing by one of the four kwik trip ATMs before stopping here. For how small it appears from the street, I was pleasantly surprised at how spacious it is! Perfect for some events!

We went back a second time for apps and drinks. It has a cool dive/sports bar theme with a pool…read moretable and darts with other egames. It's local so I want to like this place!!! We chatted and played a few etab games (be aware: ticket cash-out will print behind the bar, so you have to go up there to ask for it-- they won't bring it to you). Place started out slow and picked up speed. Our bartender, who only works a few days a month, was cool and polite. He got a little overwhelmed towards the end, but the place seemed short staffed for a Friday. Positive: Kegger Tators we're delish! Tasted like a sour cream and chive mashed potato with crispy goodness on the outside. Petty melt had a decent rye bread. Improve: Chicken wings were a little dry but at least they're weren't undercooked. Sauces on the side were bottled whatevs, wish they were house made. Wish the fries were crispy and not shoe string. Burger size was small compared to the bread. By the end, we still had to go up several times to get service and the bar wasn't near full.

Cool bar, excellent burger and homemade fries. Bartender was friendly, will definitely go back…read moreagain.

Just a nice country bar off the radar and away from the crazy busy ig city, very friendly staff and…read morecustomers. Quick service and great drink prices. They also have a first Tuesday of the month cruise night that's alot of fun!

Clean bar area, pool tables & gaming machines, great service. Food was super reasonable and came…read moreout piping hot, they have one of these machines that air-fries food to order! Only downfall was bathrooms could use a little extra TLC and bartender was new so needed help with finding an Irish cream liqueur. I would love to come back and rate this place higher, so be on the lookout for an update!

Where do I start!? Shakers Saloon is the new place to be. I was there when they had a DJ a few…read moreweeks ago and the place was packed. There are beautiful ladies behind the bar, VIP room, a large dance floor, pool tables and dart boards. They also have a few signature drinks that are honestly amazing. Go check them out for Thursday karaoke night or 90s night onFriday nights! You won't be let down.

From the owner: Expanding food menu featuring our jumbo chicken wings and special made from scratch signature…read moresauces and coming soon Pizza Oven pizza. Enjoy any one of Pizza Oven's 14 delicious offerings, full bar, five video amusement machines, pull tabs, VIP room for parties and events. Even at 25% we can have up to 75 people in the establishment! Call us now or stop in for one of our special events, like Thursday Night Karaoke!

Nice place. Great beer and food Customer service is great. Norse them is great. Breakfast on…read moreweekend is outstanding

Time to update my review again -- and UPGRADE my review. I am consistently impressed by Viking Brew…read morePub. I love that it's a local joint, love that it has a legit Viking ship bar that blows smoke/steam, and love getting beer brewed on site. And a nice variety of beer at that. It had been awhile since I've been here, but it continues to be delicious. We came here for a Friday fish fry and while busy, the wait wasn't terrible at all. We went to the bar to grab a drink, and it seemed a bit wrong not to get a beer but it also seemed wrong not to get an Old Fashioned while waiting for a fish fry. So, Makers Old Fashioned Sour it was, and it was really good! I'd definitely order it again, and love that they didn't over-fill it with ice. It could sit for a bit and not get so terribly watered down. But OMG the fish fry! We try out a new fish fry spot every month, or at least most months, and I have to say this fish is probably my #1 that we've had. It was so delicious. The breading on the outside was light but crispy, and the inside was juicy and moist (sorry, it's really the best word to describe this!). I brought the third piece home (it took a lot of willpower not to eat it). I tear the breading off and give some of the fish as a topper for my pup's dinner. This fish and breading was seriously so good I'd eat the breading straight out of the refrigerator off the fish. The french fries were good, but had a few too many that were overly crunchy (reject fries, as I like to call them). Even so, still good and the fish still gets it 5 stars and the title of "Best." The roll that came with it was likewise delicious. Fun, local atmosphere and good food all around - the regular menu is great, the fish fry is great, the beer is great, and the drinks from the bartenders are great.

At first glance, the place presents itself as a neighborhood dive--a worn-in local haunt where the…read moredécor is secondary to the conversation. But the illusion fades the moment a Bloody Mary arrives at the table. This is a bar that takes its craft seriously. The cocktail was thoughtfully prepared and balanced, revealing an attention to detail rarely found in establishments trading on casual charm alone. The atmosphere is equally compelling: lively without being chaotic, welcoming without feeling manufactured. It possesses the kind of authenticity that cannot be designed or replicated. In an era of increasingly curated hospitality, this remains a genuinely local gathering place--unpretentious, distinctive, and unmistakably its own.

We like our walleye and eggs for breakfast, and decided to try out the Squirrel's Nest. It is a…read moresmall establishment with a bar to the left and seating area, to the right, with two smaller tables on the side of the bar. We arrived about 10:00 am, and it was packed. It was very loud with people talking, due to the small space. We sat at our table and waited awhile for a server, but didn't know if we needed to order at the bar. After a while, a waitress arrived to take our order. She was very joyful and friendly. We both ordered the walleye and eggs, which included hashbrowns and toast. My husband added cheese and onions on the hashbrowns at no extra cost. We also ordered a Bloody Mary, which came with a chaser. They arrived with a spear of mozzarella cheese, pimento olive, smoked sausage, and a dill pickle. The walleye had a nice thin crust and the eggs and hashbrowns were cooked perfectly. My better half said that he didn't taste any onions in the hashbrowns and they used American cheese, which made them runny. It was a good breakfast, and we enjoyed our time there. However, due to the loudness, we probably won't go back, as it was hard to have a conversation. Be aware that they only take cash, but they do have an ATM in the building. This establishment definitely had a great atmosphere and service, with friendly staff.

Love to stop for brunch on Saturday's after hitting up the Stoughton Farmers Market. Staff is…read morewelcoming. Ambiance is perfect blend of supper club and retro. A must do is the old "cigarette machine"!

What a great spot - I hadn't realized that they were waterfront dining and I'm so glad we decided…read moreto check this place out. It's an utter shame how terrible Dane County is about making lake/water space accessible to the public (one thing Chicago does way better than Wisconisn, unfortunately), but Water Street Tavern totally gives me the waterfront dining fix. It's along the river, not the lake, which gives it a bit more of an intimate feel to it. Their outdoor space is absolutely beautiful and I highly recommend checking it out. We came here for our monthly fish fry, never having been here before. We came around 5:30p on a Friday and were told no indoor tables until about 8pm. It was a tad chilly out but we opted for the immediate outdoor table. There is a fireplace out there, but it's more aesthetic than anything, it provided no heat our way but we were find with sweaters. Our server was attentive, knowledgeable, and super fun to chat with. I wish they had your basic cod on the fish fry menu - and I was surprised they didn't - but I opted for the walleye instead. It's one very large piece but it was pretty good! Crunhcier breading but not excessive. I enjoyed the house old fashioned. I wish they had supper club boozy ice cream dessert drinks, but they don't so I opted for a cocktail as dessert instead. My dining mates got the cheesecake and ate the whole thing. We left around 7:15pm and it was empty inside, not sure what happened there, but either way I'm glad we ended up outside and I will definitely be back here more often now that I've discovered this wonderful place!

Absolutely amazing burgers the bacon blu was my favorite blue cheese and jalapeños is a phenomenal…read morecombo for a burger. Friendly and quick service. It is cash only so be prepared with some cash or to use ATM on site!

Great burgers, really good prices. Thursdays are wing days. Can't go wrong. Most unique outdoor…read moreseating (providing weather)