One of the last bars we checked out in the area before we left. This is not really a late night establishment for those that want to bar hop. What I like about this place is that firstly it hosts many sorts of events. We weren't here late at night but we came here the morning after check out some of the vendors being featured here. The fact that it's dog friendly was even better . I like that you're able to charge by the ounce at this place. There's even food featured here too and a pretty fair price . I tried a few of the hard ciders that were featured here since I've never had that before and I'm basically hooked on their product. Bars like this are just pretty engaging. Great outdoor seating and very clean restrooms! Great place to try an array of new drinks! read more

Our group stopped by Geneva Tap House around 6:30pm on Saturday, July 5th for a quick drink before dinner. It's a fun, casual spot with a spacious layout--there's seating on the main level, upstairs, and outside as well. The self-serve, pour-your-own system is a great feature. After a quick check-in with the cashier, you're free to sample and pour what you like. The taps offer a wide variety of options, including beer and wine, which was a pleasant surprise! There was live music playing during our visit, adding a really nice touch to the laid-back atmosphere. They also offer snacks for purchase (paid at the cashier). One suggestion: it would be nice to see more non-alcoholic options besides just soda--maybe a craft NA beer or mocktail for those not drinking (like myself). Overall, it was a quick but enjoyable stop. We'd return again. I also noticed they offer bingo some nights- that's always fun. read more

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I absolutely LOVE this place! The concept is so great, very different than your usual taphouse or bar. You walk in and get your lanyard and the lowdown. You get to pick your glass and try as many or as few beers or ciders as your heart desires - well, there is a limit on ounces. But, this is such a fun experience. The indoor and outdoor areas are awesome - very spacious and updated. There are a few food options as well and the setup is very seamless. This place is quite efficient and I love it! Can't wait to come back! read more

Geneva Taphouse - Beer Bar Near Me - Lake Geneva, Wisconsin

Great ambiance, large beer selection and awesome flat breads. The charcuterie board was lass than impressive for the price.

From the fresh- baked pretzel to the LARGE variety of self-serve taps you can try - this place is an absolute gem. In the heart of downtown Lake Geneva is a respite from the shopping chaos where you can sit, sip, and relax while getting your second wind. It's a beautiful facility and an innovative process of pay-as-you-go with a personalized sensor that monitors the size of your pours. I'm not a beer drinker, but I had a seriously hard time narrowing down what I wanted to enjoy so I opted for a flight, and my only regret is that it's not located closer to home. read more

Geneva Taphouse - Main area - Beer Bar Near Me - Lake Geneva, Wisconsin

Geneva Taphouse has been on my list of places to check out for a while so we stopped in for a short visit on Saturday. The atmosphere is great; open concept 2-story building with great outdoor patio space. The taps are all along the back wall with a large selection of beer, wine, cider, margaritas and I love the concept of 'try before you buy' an entire drink. They offer sample glasses and trays to hold a 'flight' as well as larger pint glasses once you've found one you like. You receive a key fob upon entry tied to your credit card and pay for what you pour. Everything is labeled great and easy to decipher. The kitchen seemed was busy although we had just eaten so didn't try the food; maybe next time. We couldn't stay long so each of us only tried one sample each; two of us tried their margarita and one had a beer; we did not really like the margarita but again, this is why the place is great that you can try some samples before purchasing a full drink. We will definitely be back to try more when we have more time. read more

Geneva Taphouse - Beer Bar Near Me - Lake Geneva, Wisconsin

A self serve taphouse offering a wide selection of beer, ciders and wines. Located in downtown Lake Geneva , this is a good choice to stop in and take a break from shopping. We were immediately greeted and the process explained to us. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable. You pay as you go and this is a great way to sample drinks you are not sure you would like. They do offer different sizes of glasses, but we opted for the small tasters. There are 40-50 taps, mostly local selections. There is an indoor and outdoor area, and assorted games available . The atmosphere is chill and relaxed . Definately worth stopping in. read more

Geneva Taphouse - Beer Bar Near Me - Lake Geneva, Wisconsin

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This spot is great fun! There's a ton of beers on tap and they charge per oz via key fob. I especially liked the sour beers.

10/10. Spectacular establishment. The drinks are AMAZING. Geneva Taphouse is absolutely beautiful and a very fun place to be. The staff members are very knowledgeable, respectful, and kind. The interior design is very well done, and it's very clean there. The drinks are delicious. They have many different types such as mead, wine, seltzers, cider, beer, etc. Nice selection of flavors. You can dispense the drinks on your own into different glasses. They charge you by the oz. You're able to rinse out your glass in between trying different drinks, which was nice. My friend and I came for bingo as they have bingo every Wednesday at 7 pm. We enjoyed playing bingo there. The guy who typically runs it is very nice, too. After bingo, we were able to play bags & sit around the fire pit. I couldn't have asked for a better experience. I would recommend the Geneva Taphouse to anyone. If you want to ensure you have a good night out, this would be the place to go. read more

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What a cool spot. We've only been to one place in the world like this and I'm so glad there's one in Lake Geneva now. Do you like beer, seltzer, or wine but don't want to commit to one thing all night? Maybe just like variety and want to find a new favorite? You're in the right spot either way! With 50 taps to choose from to taste at your leisure, it gives beer/seltzer/wine tasting a new feel. I probably tasted a few ounces of 10 different beers and it was awesome. I never want a lot but love comparing all the different tasting profiles. When you come in, they give you a lanyard with a RFID chip that you wirelessly touch above any tap you're interested in, and it tracks how much you pour (you're able to pour as much or as little of each drink as you'd like). Located in the old Geneva movie theater, this is a super fun spot for yourself, a date night, or a group hangout. They have several TVs to watch the game and lots of great seating both in and outdoors. They also have some snack foods available, and sometimes offer live music. Friendly and fun staff. Can't wait to come back soon! read more

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So many great choices, staff is so friendly and helpful. You should definitely check it out!

This was a really fun brewery that we stopped by with friends. The brewery has a fun atmosphere, TVs, and an outdoor area with multiple fire pits and tables with a fire feature. You get a little scanner tag and use it to self serve beer, wine, seltzer or hard cider. Overall it's a really fun experience and the self serve feature makes it extremely enjoyable. You don't have to wait for a bartender. Just use your own two feet. I highly recommend. read more

Geneva Taphouse - Beer Bar Near Me - Lake Geneva, Wisconsin

This is the most fun addition to downtown Lake Geneva. It's unbelievable that this spot used to be a movie theatre!!! It's so bright and open now, the space is huge with a nice balcony level and awesome patio. I was impressed with the staff. Everyone seemed happy to be at work and excited about the new concept. There are soooo many drink options, mostly beer, but seltzer and wine too. You simply connect your fob to the tap, pour the amount you want and voila, you get to try dozens of options. The fob tracks how much you've poured, only allowing a certain amount per hour, but if you keep your pours small, you can work your way through all of the offerings. The is an excellent way to taste a bunch of midwestern craft breweries in one location. They have cards and games to keep all family members engaged. There is also a small menu if you need snacks. This will make the agenda on all of my LG getaway trips! read more

Geneva Taphouse - Cards for the group - Beer Bar Near Me - Lake Geneva, Wisconsin

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We hosted a party in the private upstairs area and I couldn't have asked for a better venue, the kindest, most helpful staff, and so many yummy options on tap! Highly recommend for a party! They also gave an awesome patio with bag and other yard games! Can't wait to go back soon! read more

This is a taproom where you serve yourself directly from the taps. The great: -they have a LOT of great beers on tap, I think it's 50 taps in all, with many local/regional beverages to choose from. -It's a big place, with a large patio, too. -The staff did a nice job explaining how the concept works with a fob to track your drinks and the pour-your-own taps. The not-so-great: -Interesting concept, but I'm not a fan of having to pour my own beers from a tap. I can see how others would like the novelty or convenience, but I prefer someone who is experienced in properly pouring from a tap to do so. I saw a few people frustrated by how much foam they were getting because of how they were pouring/holding their glass. -This doesn't seem very sanitary to have all the customers touching the taps and spreading their germs. Yes, they have hand sanitizer available, but aside from myself, I saw no other customers using the hand sanitizer. read more

I have had the pleasure of stopping in here twice this year with my chihuahua, Shooter. The first time I had a couple hours to kill while I waited for my room at the grand Geneva to be ready. I tried a couple different beers but tried to take it slow since I was driving. There had been a rainstorm earlier but they opened up the doors and wiped down some spots on the patio so we mostly hung out there. The second time I only had time for a quick one while we waited for the boat tour around the lake. I don't remember while local IPA I got, but I enjoyed it. I do with there were some other options for seating that were more comfortable, some comfy chairs or sofas would be nice to relax in. But I also understand and appreciate the simplicity of the business model and the need to keep staff levels low and be able to clean surfaces quickly. The service btw has always been very friendly and laid back, they are quick to move you through and remove glasses but still friendly and kind. read more

I visited the Geneva Taphouse for the first time this weekend. I loved the huge selection of beer and cider. The staff greeted us as soon as we came in the door and talked us through the tap selection and getting the fob that lets you pay by the ounce. That was a great feature that let me try different beverages until I found the one that I liked. I also had the turkey and provolone Panini. It was fantastic. It's a fun and casual atmosphere as well. It is definitely worth checking out. I know I will be going back. read more

Fantastic!!! What a cool concept - you get a lanyard with a little key that you swipe on each beverage you'd like to dispense, you get charged by the oz and all the details are right there on the screen - price per oz and description of beer/wine/cider w alcohol content %. There is food available from a small menu. Tons of seating and an awesome outdoor patio with bags and fire tables. If you are looking for something to do, just GO! You'll be glad you did. read more

What a blast! This place has it all - from its spacious indoor/outdoor setup to a wide range of drinks on tap. The staff couldn't be friendlier, and they've got some awesome games like bags, connect four, or board/card games to keep you entertained while you chill. The self-serve tap wall is great - you can sample before committing, pour as much or as little as you like using the fob connected to your card, and even build your own flight or try out new seasonal flavors at your own pace. I tried one of the seasonal 'Cinco de Mayo' melon mojito flavored hard ciders and it was delicious. It's a fantastic concept and a seriously fun spot to kick back with a few drinks and snacks with friends. read more

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We like testing an ever changing rotation of local Midwest ciders, brews and what not We like tasting an ever changing rotation of local Midwest ciders, brews and what not. They plan to have food options but right now it's limited to a couple plates like Charcuterie Board (meats, cheeses, olives, etc.) read more

Geneva Taphouse - We like testing an ever changing rotation of local Midwest ciders, brews and what not - Beer Bar Near Me - Lake Geneva, Wisconsin

I love this place. I was excited when it first opened and I enjoy the concept of self-serve. They have a nice selection of IPA's, but it is somewhat limited. The place is bright and cheerful. In the summer and in warmer weather you have the option of sitting outdoors on the patio. The Bavarian pretzel is excellent. Now for the downside of this venue. Dogs and children. First, this is a bar not a daycare, or a dog shelter. We went on Friday night to enjoy some beer and live music. We arrived around 5 pm, an hour before the music started. All the tables in the center of the venues main floor were reserved for a party of 30. We had a choice of sitting upstairs or on the outdoor patio. It was raining intermittently. The birthday guests did not arrive until 7-730. The upper balcony should be reserved for large parties, not the main floor and staging area. Second, dogs. Why are dogs allowed in a bar? This is not only unsanitary but a huge liability. People are drinking, talking loud, music playing, and dogs are knocking over chairs. Several times I went to the taps and had to step around dogs. Dogs should not be allowed in a place of business that serves food and alcohol. Dogs get overstimulated and have accidents and can bite if frightened. This is a huge liability. Third, children. Why are children allowed in a bar. I get the concept of family friendly, but this is a bar. You serve beer, wine, and pretzels. The children, on the nights I went with my wife, were running around unchecked. The musician was playing and a young girl was jumping up and down flailing in front of the artist. Why is this allowed? This is a tavern. We decided to give it another try the following night. Again, as we are walking in a woman passes us with a huge 70-80 pound white dog. As we ventured further inside at a table directly in front of the music stand was a table with 3-4 kids, all under 10, with a gigantic connect four game on the table. Where do I begin with how this is inappropriate and not conducive to an adult venue that is a BAR. I raised kids. I get you want to get out for the night. Get a babysitter, not a drink with your kids. Kids and dogs do not belong in bars. We left and went to the Baker House to enjoy a cocktail that catered to and understood that a bar is a place to relax and be around adults. I really love the Geneva Tap, but I can't see myself returning until it's understood and enforced by management as a place for adults to relax and have a beer. Take your dogs and kids to a park, not a bar. read more

My brother, father and I went here on our short Lake Geneva golf trip. We were looking for a place that had decent tap selections and some food. Lake Geneva, though having many nice restaurants, really doesn't have a great bottle room or tap location. This place finally gives the area a good place for good beer. We decided we'd opt for their two key chains to give us 64 oz of beer that you can poor yourself after holding up your fab. The beer, wine, cider, and seltzer selections within their 50 handles is vast and encompasses a wide range of breweries from primarily Wisconsin and Illinois. The only real reason they get a 3.5-4 on this rating is because their food selection is minimal and pretty bland. With more options and more substantial offerings, this easily earns a five. The ambiance is fantastic with indoor and outdoor spaces. Pricing is fair and it's an easy learning curve to serve yourself! read more

Great place to try lots of different beers and ciders. Great concept. Pour as little or as much as you want. Tried many, found my favorite, and enjoyed a glass with a warm pretzel. read more

Geneva Taphouse - a group of people standing in line - Beer Bar Near Me - Lake Geneva, Wisconsin

Great food , service and the beers and Ciders are all so good! When you get there check into the host stand area and then you purchase a lanyard which you will use for the draft pouring. It is $.69 cents an ounce or so , don't quote me. It was great then to sample the beers before getting a larger pour. They have food and more seating upstairs with tvs. fun place to hang with friends and also dog friendly. read more

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Stopped here for a bite to eat, while we were walking the dog around Lake Geneva. Pretty unique, and very dog friendly. Panini's, Charcuterie Boards,, Soft pretzels , etc. You receive a fob with a code in it. Any tap Wine, micro-,beer, or hard seltzer will be billed to your card by the ounce( (serve yourself). Very convenient, but expensive. Watch the prices by the tappers. They have many TV screens to watch your favorite sporting events. Staff was knowledgeable and attentive. Great patio! Plenty of outside parking. read more

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Boring place, big, empty, no mood, and an overpriced bad-tasting beer selection priced like they're selling top-shelf genuine Bavarian, British or German imported kegs. read more

Great vibe, great staff, wonderful selection of beers and there are a lot of good events throughout the summer/year. This place is dog friendly however I had to knock down a start because there are no changing tables for babies. read more

The new Geneva Taphouse is stunning! The smiling hardworking staff make this place the great experience it is. I Love the ever changing taps that they constantly rotate. This is what Lake Geneva was missing out on! I'm a lifetime local and this atmosphere is outstanding. Even if you're not wanting to drink it's a great a place to just relax and order a Bavarian pretzel. The honey Dijon it comes with is delicious. Make sure to tell 'em Jesse sent you. Can't wait for the future of Geneva Taphouse and it's mark on Lake Geneva. read more

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This may be a long one but it's well worth typing and speaks volumes of this amazing business. My husband and I stumbled upon Geneva Tap House while visiting from California and after several recommendations from a few acquaintances that live nearby. At first, we were hesitant as we were told it was self serve and we always appreciate a great conversation from a normal bartender and love to have that service. But our negative thoughts were wiped away quickly after being greeted by a very enthusiastic and quite hilarious young man Jesse. Who we eventually found out was the taphouse manager. The second we opened the front doors he walked toward us and welcomed us with the biggest smile you can imagine. He walked us through the process from start to finish that took no more than 5 minutes. Might I add, for a business with a limited kitchen the food was great but we were hopeful for more options. But after talking with Jesse more, we now understand why that is. They wanted to keep the theater options alive within the new Tap House. And the fact they allow outside food in, is amazing! Jesse himself took our order and and even cooked everything himself to perfection even though he had an entire staff there with him. It was very refreshing to see a manager get behind the line and support his very busy staff which I might add was great with the exception of one staff member who was talking to him very rudely in front of us. He never let it affect his bubbly personality or smile and made sure to continue treating her and us with the upmost respect. After about 15 minutes into our food being delivered to our table, Jesse stopped by to check on us. That little gesture turned into a 35 minute conversation about our travels, life and everything in between. My husband and myself have never been in an establishment in Lake Geneva that has offered so much hospitality, to the point that we asked Jesse if he was the owner. We were shocked to learn a manager would go to great lengths to make our visit just that more special. The beer garden is beautiful, just missing a few flowers or plants Thank you again Jesse, because of you, you turned a stressful visit to tourist filled Lake Geneva, a beautiful one. My husband can't stop talking about it. We will certainly be back for more great beer, ciders and more great talks with Jesse. Keep up the great work team! (Amazing you guys have mead, that stuff is so hard to track down on draft!) We wish more businesses were this friendly. I also saw several dogs come in. Love that another business is puppy friendly. We need you guys in California. Cheers read more

I read of number of negative reviews, but found it was decent enough. Nice place. Bartender Torey is great, and drinks are good. Food is hit or miss. You can't serve a poached egg that is golf ball- like. They need to work on the details. Some of the live music we've seen there is really good. read more

The place itself is so nice! We really wanted to like it more than we did. They have two stories and even an outdoor patio with a fire table. However, the options available on tap are so limited. We weren't able to find anything that we actually liked, yet still managed to have a pretty sizable tab (every choice is expensive!). They devote way too many taps to stouts and sours, but if that's your style then you'd probably enjoy Geneva Taphouse. There's a few board games you can play and they do have live music on the weekends. read more

Great concept, but one BIG ISSUE: it's super bright inside. Sunglasses bright. Hard to relax under the light of two suns. If they get a dimmer, I'd upgrade to 5 stars. read more

First time visiting and glad we stopped by for an fun and interesting beer tasting experience! We had a opportunity to taste a huge selection of all types of beer, ciders and a mead with our little taste glasses. We also tried the pretzels which were outstanding. I am looking forward to coming back during the summer months to try out their back patio! Highly recommend! read more

tap sprayed beer all over me! I was giving a dirty rag to clean but they did credit the beer that sprayed all over me nothing else.

Great people and a great place to gather with friends. Nice addition to downtown Lake Geneva.

What an awesome and unique concept. Only a few years ago I watched Avengers Infinity War in the old theatre that this place used to be. Great aesthetics and ambiance and the rotating beers will make for a different experience each time. Staff was awesome and engaging. The manager in particular was really welcoming and receptive to my friend's suggestion to try to bring in Explorium's beers in the future. Will be back. read more

This review is coming from a resident of LAS VEGAS! The Geneva Taphouse caught my attention in Las Vegas featuring 50 self-service taps, food and outdoor area. I decided to throw my husband a surprised 40th Birthday party while on a family trip. I reached out via Facebook and started working with the team about a month prior to my event and they were more than helpful supplying me with food menus, policies and procedures since we had children attending. They even figured out a way to successfully check IDs and place everyone on one big tab. Everyone in our party was very happy and was treated very well. The food items we ordered were: The Pretzels Bites, Bavarian Pub Pretzel, Charcuterie Board and a Grilled Panni. All the food items can comfortably feed about 4 people and exceeded our expectations. They were nice enough to let us lightly decorate for the party. We removed all the decorations by the end of the night. If you ever need anything reach out to a general manager or Heidi McGraw (one of the owners). Thank you to the staff for such wonderful hospitality! read more

Geneva Taphouse - We had the whole top portion reserved for our party. We also removed the decoration before leaving. - Beer Bar Near Me - Lake Geneva, Wisconsin

Don't waste your money. Rip off on so so beer. I was charged $16.09 for two very small tastes (less than an ounce each) and a pint of beer. The beer in my opinion was so so at best. I have never been charged this much for a beer even at a sporting event. Grew up in WI, but am currently from OR where you can purchase hundreds of great IPA for a heck of lot less. No service, because you have to serve your self, What a scam!! I would give them a zero out of 100. read more

Geneva Taphouse - One beer $16, what a rip off. - Beer Bar Near Me - Lake Geneva, Wisconsin

Came in to town for a family vacation and we're so happy to this place. We had a two year old with us and they were very welcoming. The live band was a nice touch with TVs to watch the game. Great selection of beers and snacks. The cheese board and pretzels were a delicious Great layout and very clean. Will definitely come back for the outside patio in the warmer weather. read more

Service was very good and attentive. Order the beer, shelter or wine by a tap/ounce. We didn't realize the cost of our drinks, two tap beers and a Sangria . Ordered a charcuterie board two paninis total 84.00! Food was very good but also pricey read more