The Rusty Raven is a quirky, eclectic store and taproom with literally something for everyone. Need a cool puzzle, check. Need a kitschy t-shirt, check. Need a traditional felted Tyrolean hat, they've got you covered. We had a great time wandering around the store and collecting a few items that made us happy. On our exploration, we discovered the well stocked tap room in the back of the store and enjoyed a long Thursday "off season" conversation at the bar with the owner, John. This conversation was only made better with a guided tour of the well decorated bathroom and some serious kitten time with the two rescued shop kittens in residence, Shark and Sardine. The Rusty Raven did not disappoint and should absolutely be a destination on your next trip to New Glarus! read more

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Whoever stocks the merchandise in this store shares a bit of my sense of humor, because several of the items made me laugh. Even better, the place is named the Rusty Raven AND they had an Edgar Allan Poe t-shirt with a raven on it...just not in my size. They had some antiques sprinkled in with a lot of new merchandise (stickers, mugs, coonskin koozies, greeting cards, books, games, magnets, bags, and wallets). They also had some candy including candy cigarettes and cold beverages, plus a side room where some people were hanging out and having some drinks. There was a lot of stuff packed into the little shop, and it's worth a stop. read more

Ok I'm not even going to look at any of the other reviews before I write this review because it's possibly the most unique/bizarre shop that I have ever experienced because it's dark, macabre, frightening, Halloween, gruesome in theme with items for all ages which is so unique. And surprisingly there is a bar with taps in the corner and they sell beverages in house and to go with a lounge area in back seamlessly incorporated into the retail space. Who ever was the mind/architect of a shop like this and to build it in downtown New Glarus must be an evil genius because it was packed in a retail model that I have never seen before. If your into the dark side and want an adult beverage, snacks, foods, items, pelt hats, scary stuff than this is your place to go. Chicago tried this 30 years ago with skulls and leather but this is next level over the top dark side store. read more

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Very neat store. Nice antiques and horror themed games, shirts, etc. The bathroom is scary though. My kid and I did not want to use it. read more

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We almost walked right by this place on a recent Friday afternoon when touring about New Glarus. We are glad that we made the detour into this super fun, quirky, kitschy, irreverent shop that reflects the personality of the owner. We ended up buying all sorts of things we did not need since it was such a hoot exploring and shopping here. After shopping at other places in town we stopped back in to enjoy a beer in their small tap room and lounge in the back of the store. This also gave us more time to chat with the owner. This is now a must visit when we are back in NG. read more

Rusty Raven - a bar with a shark head on the wall - Beer Bar Near Me - New Glarus, Wisconsin

I appreciate small businesses that put their heart and soul into their enterprise. John at the Rusty Raven is one of them. We had a great visit speaking with John about, well, everything. His store is a personally curated assortment of merchandise that will undoubtedly put a smile on your face at some point. With a tasting beer bar in the back, eclectic, whimsical items throughout, your sure to find a gift for that rascal in your life. Stop in, look around, and have a beer. We did and would highly recommend you do the same. read more

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The Rusty Raven is a wonderfully artisan, creative, and fun shop in the delightful small town of New Glarus, WI. Every visit is an absolute treat with new things to discover every time! While it isn't open during the week, it is worth the wait and trip to visit during the Thursday-Monday opening hours! We have gone a couple of times during New Glarus visits and purchased deliciously creative smelling and hand-made candles, soaps, and other home-decor items. We love exploring the store, checking out the industrial-design furniture and decor that make up the character of the store, and getting lost in the histories and practicalities of the homemade designs. We love it and keep coming back. We've always noticed the tap-room in the back of the store, but we've never stopped by in the past because we were saving our drinking bellies for the brewery tour. But, with the brewery being closed for COVID-19, we decided to stop by! What REALLY sealed the deal was the fact that the tap-room has a outdoor balcony that we could sit down and drink without fear of COVID! How splendid. It was a cute porch and we had a blast! Back to the taproom: With a rich and select 6-beer tap, 3 of which are from New Glarus Brewing, one of which is sold only in the county! The other three were creative and diverse flavors! After a very helpful explanation of the beer from the kind guy behind the counter, we decided to get the 'Hometown Blonde' from New Glarus Brewing, the beer only served on the local county tap! Yum! And exclusive! We loved it! We look forward to our next visit! And next time we are shopping, we were excited to learn that you can 'shop and sip' your beer! What a fun and creative business model! Looking forward to our next Rusty Raven visit in the future! read more

Rusty Raven - Rusty Raven store - Beer Bar Near Me - New Glarus, Wisconsin

Such a fun and unique shop, something for everyone! The owner was entertaining and friendly. This is a definite much stop!!

Wow .If you don't go you won't know .I have so much stuff from this place .It never ends ! I'm wearing my shirt now .

Besides the bike shop next door this is our favorite stop in New Glarus. Need some gifts for the fella in your life, c'mon in. Wisconsin antiques and local products, great homey browsing place, friendly staff. We always pick up something affordable.Great Christmas shopping opportunities! read more

Cool little shop with a bar in the back and a cool owner who's very personable. Drank a couple beers and bought some Xmas gifts. Great place! read more