the vibes here were insane first time in Madison and we…read moredecided to spend NYE there--such a great decision. First off, the bartenders were so sweet and cool. It's such a cozy bar, cool menu and cheap too. The pizza was the best bar pizza I have ever gotten, and I am a bar pizza connoisseur.

Great dive bar, good specials, amazing burgers, and friendly service. Affordable prices and good…read moreselections of entrees and appetizers. A mystery shot is a must here! It's a true mystery decided by rolling dice.

we had really good burgers and fish fry Service was amazing…read moreand the vibe in this place was fun Lots of regulars to visit with Will be back for sure

Very friendly staff, cheap food, cool dive bar feel. Food is good not great. They took care of 9…read moreof use pretty quickly.

Good bar, good prices, cold beer, good selection of deep fryer classics. My favorite were the dill…read morepickle cheese curds they are a must order!

Charlie is horrible - if I could give zero stars, I would!…read more The bartender, CHARLIE, immediately questioned the validity of one member of our party's out-of-state ID, even though she is 26 years old and provided legitimate identification!While we understand that checking IDs is part of the job, the interaction felt accusatory and unprofessional. Things only got worse when another person in our group ordered a sweet Old Fashioned--a classic Wisconsin drink--and Charlie responded with a disrespectful comment about how "you really are new at drinking- it's past 8 o'clock!" Giving a hard time for ordering a mixed drink. When we expressed our concerns about how we were being treated, the conversation became argumentative rather than constructive. The final straw was being told to the 26 year old- "I'll serve you, but I won't take responsibility if you get caught," despite no valid issue being identified with the ID. At that point, we decided to leave rather than continue the interaction! We will not be back! Never bring your family visitors to this bar.

When my wife and I were looking at moving into a house, we stumbled upon this restaurant. A year…read moreand half later, my credit card shows 20+ trips here. The food is excellent, the staff is friendly and the beer is cold. Normally, I'm partial to the chicken bacon ranch wraps but on Friday's, living in Wisconsin you know what must be done. Of course I'm talking about the fish fry. BB Jacks has some of the best perch around. Plus, if you can manage to come during lunch hours, it's $7.99! Quality food at super discounted prices...you can't lose! BB Jacks is one of my go tos if I'm not sure what I want for dinner as it has a menu anyone could find something at. Great hometown restaurant and I'm never disappointed. You won't regret ever coming here!

Poor service & very small portions for the price. Bun on…read moresandwich just an ordinary hamburger bun, not grilled.

We've been to El Alegre, several times. The staff is great. The food comes out quickly, the flavors…read moreare on target and portions are good. If you're looking for good traditional, Mexican definitely worth stopping and enjoying. And don't forget the margaritas.

From the owner: El Alegre Bar & Event Center is DeForest’s newest place to unwind, celebrate, and connect. We bring…read moretogether authentic Mexican flavor, a modern Americana bar vibe, and a welcoming community atmosphere—all in one unique destination. Just north of Madison, WI, in the Village of DeForest, you’ll step inside to find a full-service bar, a spacious dance floor, vibrant lighting, and a stage for live music, DJs, karaoke, and private events. Whether you’re here for margaritas with friends, a family celebration, or a night out dancing, our space is designed to make every visit memorable.

We drove up and saw that The Bar Next Door was attached to a Super8 motel and we almost drove away…read morebut I am so glad we said 'what the hell' and went in. Rustic ambiance with a mix of high and low table seating as well as a good amount of space to belly up to the bar. Service was excellent. The servers worked great as a team and our order was taken promptly, food came out steaming hot, tables were bussed quickly. Great teamwork. I had to have the smash burger as it seems to be a signature item. It was so good! Two huge patties. I got mine with bacon, lettuce, tomato, and sauted onions. Fresh. Delicious. Love the little crisp on the smash burger. So good. My side was a salad but I may have stolen a fry just for a taste test and they had my approval. I can't believe we almost drove away. Do not do that. Go in. Enjoy the experience.

Great little bar and grill! I'm almost afraid to give a good review because I don't want my secret…read morespecial place to get too popular. With that being said... LOVE THIS PLACE! Great food, atmosphere, and friendly staff!! Keep doing what you do, BND!

We had a birthday party for a family member this weekend. Everything from the booking process to…read morethe food to the service was excellent! The brisket, pulled pork, and chicken were tender and juicy and the sides were good too. Jessica and Kim and the rest of the staff were wonderful to work with. I highly recommend this restaurant for either a private event or for casual dining.

Driving through on our way to Chicago and my husband wanted to check out the Pink Elephant and we…read moresaw this was nearby! Our server Beth was incredibly sweet and always kept our water cups filled which was an absolute lifesaver because majority of the food was incredibly salty. We ordered some cheese curds to start, definitely wanted to have some of those while in Wisconsin! They were a tad salty but melty cheese goodness! I had the rib tip platter and got the corn muffin and Mac & cheese as my two sides. The rib tips didn't taste fresh and were hard, the mac and cheese noodles were the perfect al dente firmness I prefer but the cheese was also salty. My favorite part of the meal honestly was the cornbread muffin that was still warm when it came out!

After a Yelp search I found El Alegre Mexican Restaurant with really good reviews and an…read moreinteresting menu. A bit of a drive from Madison, but well worth it. El Alegre is located in a small modern strip of shops, with a party center they run next door. The restaurant is medium sized with a nice bar in the corner by the kitchen. The room is sleek and modern with black walls and tables, wood chairs and floors, and a colorful neon strip around the ceiling. Service was attentive without being intrusive. The menu is two sided and manages to have a nice variety without being overstuffed. I ended up ordering the Camarones a la Diabla, as someone who loves spicy shrimp it sounded great. A bit of a wait for the food, but the place was busy with the dining room almost full including a couple of larger tables. The chips and salsa was ok, but nothing special but provided a nice prelude while I waited for the meal. The meal came out nicely presented on a square white plate, which set off the colorful meal. The shrimp were nice sized, plump and well cooked; the sauce was excellent, not overly spicey, but instead complex and delicious with an interesting mix of flavors, it seemed to be similar to a mole instead of just a hot sauce. The refried beans and spanish rice were both good and the guacamole, sour cream and small salad was a nice compliment to the meal. The flour tortillas were very good, freshly griddled and fresh. I was very impressed with El Alegre, the decor is a nice change from most Mexican restaurants. I was very impressed with their version of Camarones a la Diabla, usually it is served with a fairly simple hot sauce, here they created a wonderful and complex sauce that perfectly complimented the shrimp and provided a true treat. If you are in the area and looking for some great Mexican food El Alegre is well worth a visit. If the rest of the menu is anything like my meal it is a great flavorful interpretation of Mexican food.

We found ourselves in DeForest, WI last Cinco de Mayo. After we finished our business, we did a…read moreGoogle search for a Mexican restaurant. Of course there was a Taco Bell close to the exit from I-90, but that wasn't going to cut it. So, we found El Alegre about two miles into town. The place was packed Well, we had a very good meal with happy service. A big sign on the wall in the kitchen said "work hard and be nice to people ". Gotta love that. So we were coming South on I-90 and remembered El Alegre. Being vegetarian, I usually find plenty of options in a Mexican restaurant (and also Chinese and Italian). This menu had a vegetarian section with about six or seven choices, but I looked over the rest of the very large menu and found several versions of Chile Relleño. I've never seen anything but the one stuffed with cheese anywhere else. Well, they had a version stuffed with vegetables! I had to try it. I am so glad I did. It was delicious and a very generous portion served with rice and beans that rose above the standard usually experienced. My wife had a shrimp dish that I sampled and loved. She said the margaritas were also excellent. So, if you find yourself on I-90, you won't regret driving a couple miles off the highway to find El Alegre!

The food is great and the bartenders are always fast and friendly. Love the atmosphere. I just wish…read morethey were open longer hours.

Staff was incredible to work with planning a family birthday celebration at their bowling alley and…read moreparty room facility. The food they served was delicious and second to none. If our family has any future catering needs, they will be at the top of our list. The bowling proved to be a hit for a wide age range of family members.

Took my grandsons here for breakfast and left with a satisfied appetite and great memories!…read moreFabulous pancakes, scrambled eggs and outstanding thick sliced bacon made to crispy perfection. I can't wait until we're able to visit again to sample more culinary delights!!

Baraboo is a quick trip from the Dells and has many restaurants and shops you can visit. The…read moreBroadway Diner was a small yet nice place for a simple breakfast. The service was pretty good and our order was correct.