Glacier Ridge is an amazing find tucked away in quiet Barnaveld. I got trapped under the park…read moreshelter across the street during a thunderstorm with my cycling group. It was probably about 10:30am and we saw that they opened at 11:00am, so promptly at 11 we went over to the bar. I was very pleasantly surprised when we walked in - this place is huge! And the interior is very neatly decorated with a modern rustic kind of feel. The bar is large with plenty of seating, along with tons of other tables available near the bar or further away. We were a pretty sizeable group, about 15 or so strong, so I am sure our unannounced entrance was a bit overwhelming upon their immediate opening. Nevertheless, the bartender immediately asked the group "How many bloody mary's am I making?" Everyone was served along with the regular customers coming in for late breakfast/early lunch. I think there were only 2-3 staff members working and they handled it like champs. They were so nice and got everything out to the customers. I only had the opportunity to drink here, and while I was sad to see no dark beer options, a Summer Shandy is always a good failsafe. While it is not super close to home, I am definitely planning to make it out here again soon to actually enjoy the food as well. Definitely worth checking out if you're anywhere nearby!

Fantastic little find in Barneveld. About 20 minutes from West Madison and well worth the drive…read more Clean establishment with friendly staff. Couple that will a great food and a wide selection of craft brews (and cocktails), you have a winner. I don't typically write reviews, but this place is worth checking out. Will definitely be going back again soon!

We recently moved to Mount Horeb, and after a long day of installing new tiles in our kitchen, we…read morewere craving some comfort food. We decided to try out The Dog House because it was nearby, and we were very pleasantly surprised! The Dog House has very nice outdoor seating in a deck/patio area. They have a good selection of beers, and the service was fast and friendly. But where they really shine is the food (which they prepare in a teeny, tiny little kitchen!). We had the Stuffed Super Tots, which are huge tater tots stuffed with cheese, bacon, and chives, and served with a creamy dipping sauce. They were very crispy and cheesy - will certainly have them again. We also shared a Monster Burger and a side of the Best Fries Ever. The fries were indeed excellent - fresh, hot, and crispy, everything you want in a French fry. The Monster Burger was huge (TWO half-pound patties, with cheese and bacon - plenty big enough for two people!), juicy and delicious. If you're craving comforting pub food in the Mount Horeb area, give The Dog House a try - it's a true hidden gem!

This is a local bar in a small town with hamburgers…read more No kidding even if you live 500 Miles away , next year you should mark your calendar for the " the ladies witches nite out ". It is before Halloween. Anyway every lady and gall dresses up in a black gown and goes out on the town ; we just happened to be in this town that nite It was fun , and they all seamed to have fun We picked this little bar that night as we were traveling through , it was jammed But that's not the story The hamburger maybe the best burger ever . They serve maybe a one pound made in house Burger simple , we had ours with a big pile of fresh mushrooms and cheese made to order at the bar . My wife is on no salt , no problem , we split it , it was huge . Maybe if your 25 you could eat a whole one ( it was only about $13.00) A really great burger and a beer , a friendly place life is good .

Excellent fish fry with many choices of sides. Salad bar included, as you don't see that very…read moreoften anymore! A bit of a drive from the city but well worth it. Many other options of food too, but not all on a Friday night. No frills place, but everyone is happy and friendly.

I have never left this establishment hungry after dining here. Great food great people wonderful…read moreatmosphere.

This business has closed and reopened under new owners as Golden Eagle. 100% better! We had a…read moregreat breakfast this week- lefse burrito - so yummy! Great menu, quick and friendly service, prices good too!

We heard that Shenanigans Sports Bar and Grill was opening again in Barneveld Wisconsin! Their new…read morelocation is on the same block as the previous but this building was long known as thousand island bar. I saw a new sign outside and stopped in, I was told that after lots of cleaning and renovations they will officially be open on Monday, April 2! Shenanigans new address is 103 County Highway ID in Barneveld, WI and new phone number is 608-924-1121 Can't wait for that fish fry!

Stopped at Cow Tippers as we were starving after a high school football game, nice little bar with…read morereally good food! It was so good I forgot to take a pic before I devoured my meal...gonna have to go back...AND they have Diet Mountain Dew!!!

Old school bar and restaurant. The burgers were great! Fair prices and the town is really…read morepretty and unique. Historic old buildings, very well taken care of. Worth a visit a walk and a burger here!

My wife and I ventured out to Mount Horeb for dinner at Driftless Social on a Saturday night…read morerecently. We had a reservation, which I would recommend, and were seated immediately. The restaurant is fairly small, but cozy. The ambiance is very relaxed and social. It was a bit noisy but a good noisy, not obnoxious noisy; people having good conversations and lots of laughing. Our server greeted us in a timely manner and took our drink order. I ordered an old fashioned, my wife a Hugo spritz. Both were fantastic but just a heads up, the drinks were relatively strong. The menu is relatively small but still enough to choose from and not be disappointed. My wife and I both ordered the 5 oz filet with shrimp. We split a side of green beans. When our food reached our table, we thought that it might not be enough to fill us but we were more than full afterwards and agreed that anything bigger might be too much. The food was excellent, one of the better steaks I've had in a while. The service was good and our server, Sammy, did a real nice job of taking care of us without being overly intrusive. Prices were appropriate for the quality, maybe a little higher than you would expect but still worth it. If you're looking for a high quality, local small town steak experience that isn't a chain, I highly recommend Driftless Social.

It was my husband's birthday over the weekend, so I wanted to take him out to celebrate. It was a…read morelittle last minute - we have 3 kids, one of which is a baby, so I called on Friday afternoon for a Saturday evening reservation. The automated recording said to send a Facebook message for reservations, so I went to their page. It was very simple, and was able to get a reservation for 7:30 pm. I asked if it made a difference that it was for a birthday celebration, and they said it definitely mattered, and that they offered a boozy dessert if that was something he would be interested in. When we arrived Saturday evening, we were immediately ushered over to our table. It was the perfect spot for a duo, and the atmosphere was very cozy. Everyone was so kind and we immediately ordered beverages - I chose the Aviation martini, and my husband a glass of Caymus. Martinis are obviously all alcohol, but DAMN was it strong. I don't drink much anymore, so it may have been a poor choice for myself. My husband had been wanting to try Caymus for a long time, and he enjoyed his glass. For our entrees, I opted for the 5 oz. filet mignon with coconut shrimp and a side of Smoky's onion rings. For the accompaniment, I chose the garlic & fine herb cheese crust, which was phenomenal! My mouth is watering as I type this, recalling how delicious it was. I ordered my steak medium, but it was definitely more on the medium rare side. I would have sent it back, but by the time I discovered it (it was so dark in the restaurant) it was mostly just the middle left. I decided to box the remainder up to cook further and enjoy at home. The coconut shrimp was sweet and crunchy (perfect) and the onion rings were very tasty, especially with the side of peppercorn ranch. For his entree, my husband ordered the 16 oz. ribeye with local melted bleu crust and Smoky's hashbrowns. You know he loves his steak when he takes a bite, closes his eyes, and chews it slowly. Driftless Social knocked it out of the park with this one! He absolutely devoured it. His only complaint was that the bleu cheese was more of a sauce, and less of a crust. Now on to the hashbrowns - we LOVED Smoky's when it was still around, and when we found out that Driftless Social was incorporating favorites from Smoky's, we were stoked. My father-in-law worked as a bus boy there in the 1950s, and we considered it a staple in our families for many celebrations over the years. We were gutted when it closed. These hashbrowns, however, were not what we remembered. They were almost reminiscent of a potato bake, which was a little too starchy for us. We really enjoyed the crispy top though! When it was time to order dessert, I mentioned to the waitress that it was his birthday. She listed off 3 desserts, so we assumed that all were complimentary for birthdays, and not just the boozy dessert that I was informed of ahead of time. Partly our fault, but it was also presented in a strange way. My husband ordered the apple crisp (absolutely HEAVENLY), but we were charged for it. We asked the waitress to see if it was a mistake, and she said it wasn't. I did reach out via Facebook messenger to the restaurant regarding this, and they were so kind! They sincerely apologized, and are sending a gift card in the mail. We are very excited to return - I need more of that garlic & fine herb cheese crust in my life!

Nice small town dive bar! Cheap fried food, local characters and great service! Highly recommend!read more

This is a classic small town in the middle of nowhere bar with regulars that is cash only. This is…read morea super old looking bar that is narrow like most around. The place is small and busy so our drinks were a little tough to get because there is one woman working the room. There is a patio/deck with some tabled and chairs for summer days. The out door space has a pass through window so you can get your drinks with out constantly walking inside which is cool. The place has a small bar and tables/chairs if you want to stay inside. This was my first time here and we ran into a buddy which was cool. This place is a throw back in time and if you into old school bars you should check them out.

Sandwiches and pub fare are nothing fancy. We tried the French onion dip - it was ok but not…read morereally spectacular. The sandwiches were light on the meat and the bread was a bit dry. The brandy old fashioned sweet was really good. The server (and bartender), Kim was helpful and friendly and very competent for a new to the job Bartender! Next time we try the burgers.

horrible food and bad service cold and bland fries, bland burger, flat soda waited for bill for…read moreover 15 minutes finally went up and paid

Great edition to Blue Mounds and the area in general area. Coffee is decent and the baked goods…read morequite nice. The ambiance is quirky in a good way. The menu is diverse in the usual coffee shop way. I really like that it's a stones throw from Blue Mounds State Park. I think it's worth checking out if you're coming or going from the park.

This coffee shop is a must visit. It's in a beautifully restored Opera House with lots of…read morecharacter. The staff is extremely friendly and makes you feel right at home. I ordered a cappuccino and a ham and cheese panini. The coffee was great but the panini is what takes the cake. The sandwich was carefully crafted and very flavorful. If I'm ever back in town, I will certainly be back.

In Alaska, we'd probably call a place like this a "Roadhouse"…read more It's a nice little place to wet your whistle in a hilly/"driftless" area of Wisconsin. They have man beers on tap, and the variety is impressive! Everything from hoppy IPAs to crushable corn lagers. Definitely worth a stop!

Down home tavern atmosphere. Go for the weekly rib special. You won't be disappointed.read more