I came to this bar because it was close to my hotel but it was pretty chill and mellow get sorta…read morecrowded after 4pm. Drinks are pretty good and in expensive compared to what I'm used to in California. People are very friendly.

Nice neighborhood bar in downtown West Bend. Years past this building held many taverns that had…read moreno where near the appeal of Collins. The current owners took the time to invest in the building and have really changed the atmosphere which in turn changed the clientele. A great deck off the back of the bar overlooking the Milwaukee River. Many weekend nights they feature local musicians just off the riverfront. In the winter months the inside can be a bit cramped on busier nights but not terribly so. Collin's is a great early evening after dinner spot to stop for that "one more, than I gotta go".

The Garden Lounge in Mazalan was hands down the best dining experience we had in Mazatlán. Full…read morestop. We came with my sister, my niece, my sister's boyfriend, the dude, and me. We ended up staying for hours because the vibe was that good. The owner and staff were an absolute joy: warm, attentive, and genuinely fun to be around. Bonus points for the 2-for-1 drink specials because yes, we absolutely got lit here. As a vegetarian, I felt fully seen because they went out their way to make me veggie tacos that were so good I'm still thinking about them. Drooling. They also offer pizzas and other food options, so everyone wins. Amazing food, great drinks, welcoming energy, and a space you actually want to linger in. This spot is a must and we will 100% be back. Definitely a must try when you are in Mazalan!!!

The Garden Lounge is a relatively new addition to the downtown West Bend scene. Not sure if…read morethey're shooting for cocktail lounge or morning coffee stop. It seems like they will for at least the time being try to wear both hats. They have a nice selection of coffees to choose from. They also have a nice selection of specialty alcohol drinks. The staff was quite proud of using a computerized pour system to mix every drink the same way each and every time. My votes still out on the computer made drink. We all have our favorite bartender for mixing a drink a certain way, not sure how I feel about developing loyalty to a machine. The owners did an incredible amount of remodeling to make the Garden Lounge what it is including a poured concrete bar top. A really nice upscale atmosphere for downtown West Bend. A definite worthwhile date night or after dinner destination. There are no windows to the outside, making it the perfect spot to transition from morning coffee into day drinking and being blissfully unaware it's the middle of the day They offer homemade frozen pizzas and a handful of appetizers to boot. We tried the wonton wrapped cheese sticks and rangoons. Both went quite nicely with a few cocktails. Welcome to West Bend Garden Lounge & good luck with your future.

Do NOT stay here if you have a disability. Anne was horrible to me because I had a service dog…read more She will say "They didn't tell me they had a service dog." Anne, I've been here before. Please review the ADA. I should have been treated as any other person. The fact that I was singled out is not only illegal, but demoralizing. If we had a dispute about the dog- fine, let's discuss it. But I kid you not, she literally followed me out to my car to be incredibly mean. I'm sorry to not recommend the Inn, because the experience could have been lovely. Anne ruined it by having no compassion.

Stagecoach is an outstanding music venue. Please check it out! The dinner was delicious and timely.read more

Cute little free art museum when you're exploring the downtown Cedarburg scene. They do accept…read moredonations and also have a little gift shop near the entrance. We didn't have much time to go upstairs and explore more but we liked the display of local artists' work and the beautiful home that the museum resides in. Will definitely spend a little more time next time or check out one of their events.

I went to the art museum during the holiday fundraiser to experience the Victorian…read moreWittenberg-Jochem Mansion's period rooms that embody thematic lines from Clement C. Moore's classic poem, Twas the Night Before Christmas. Entry is $10 per person on festive Friday. Reservations were needed and groups of people entered about 5-10 minutes apart. In each room, there was a narrator to tell us details about the room and how it related to the book. It was a cute event that helped put me in the Christmas spirit. The only downside was that there wasn't much art during our visit. And because the timed tours were coming through, we didn't get much time to look around before we had to move to the next room. It felt a bit rushed. I wish in addition to the guided tour, we could have time to look around on our own.

Top notch museum in West Bend! MOWA puts on great exhibitions of contemporary Wisconsin art, and…read moretheir collection of Wisconsin artists spans generations, from Carl von Marr, Jonathan Wilde, Tom Uttech, Eugene Von Bruenchenhein, Michelle Grabner, Reggie Baylor and others. MOWA puts on free community art programs, especially for kids. Their annual members show is open to all members, along with shows for local area high schools, and the annual Chalk Art Fest. Their campus landscaping is beautiful, leading in with a huge grove of birch trees. There's plenty of parking in the public lot, and overflow just across the street. What a huge boon to the community of West Bend, and downtown West Bend has a lot to be proud of.

What an exceptional display of artists who are either from…read moreWisconsin or have a strong connection to Wisconsin. The simplicity, clean lines and extensive use of glass makes the building itself is a work of art. How the architect took into Consideration the natural surroundings should be recognized. Once you step inside there are several galleries to explore. Feature artists include Frank Lloyd Wright, Fred Stonehouse, John Szarkowaki and so many others. Examples of German Impressionism, realism, sculptures and glass art are just some of the beautiful pieces you'll enjoy. Alice LaQuintana was the docent who guided our group and she was absolutely amazing. I took art history and appreciation in college and learned many technical details about different types of art/ artists but Alice taught me how to really enjoy art. The museum is a wonderful cultural addition to the West Bend area and well worth a visit. My only suggestion would be a few more strategically placed benches or seating areas in each gallery so patrons can really take the time To absorb all what the artists created.

Cedarburg is the perfect little town to host Five Festive Friday Eves. Think Hallmark movie during…read morethe holidays. Yes, that is exactly what this is like. The town celebration is perfect for families, couples, friends, seniors, locals or visitors. There is something for everyone. I imagine when there is not a virus looming, this little town really bustles. On this Friday there were many people enjoying themselves, without a scary crowd. We were able to stroll, have a coffee, shop, dine and finish with a cocktail & live music at a tiny bed and breakfast without ever having to get too close to anyone. There's a ton of shops that line the street offering anything you can imagine. There is jewelry, clothing, gifts, home goods and yard decor just to name a few. You could visit one of the Five Festive Friday Eves and stay a few more days to see everything. I watched families with wagons, walk along putting out lights in bags that line the beautiful main street. Free trolley rides are available.The Rivoli Theater offers classic holiday movies. The Shops At Cedar Creek Settlement gave a way goodies & tote bags, there was a raffle and was decorated beautifully for the holidays. The Cedarburg Art Museum created an Enchanted Garden with holiday lights and a bonfire. Mr. & Mrs. Claus even have a small home built with a mailbox for letters to Santa. Just down the road is Herman A Zeunert Park. You can drive through and experience their holiday lights. A donation as you enter is very much appreciated. In addition to all this excitement, there are a ton of restaurants and pubs. I did not go in but peeked in the windows. They all seemed to have the crowds nicely spaced out. There are so many choices. There is American fare, Mexican, pizza, crepes and even a nice steakhouse. Checking out the wineries, local breweries and even a moonshiery that offers moonshine and whiskey is a must on a later visit. I fell in love with this adorable town and cannot sing it's praises enough. Five Festive Friday Eves embodies everything a small town stands for - family, fun and the holiday spirit!

Had a great time last night! Lots to see and do. The museum was wonderful. The Tipsy Elf bar was…read moregreat.

I wish I could give the winery a higher score. I have been coming here since the 70s. And I have…read morebeen going to the winery itself for many years. Although they do have a couple of good wines, most of their wines I find are either too sweet, or not up to par with other wineries around Wisconsin that I have tried. The last time we were there, there was a very small selection for the tastings that you could choose. It is changed a lot in the last few years. There are fewer wines to sample, and that's a bit disappointing. If you happen to like sweet wines, then I would suggest trying one of theirs. I think they do well with the sweet wines. It is just not something that I enjoy. And there used to be a place where you could sit next to the river and buy a bottle of wine and cheese and sit outside. Sadly, those days are gone because there's a restaurant there now. But I do believe they have a small spot on the parking lot side that you can sit at and enjoy.

I've really been looking forward to trying Cedar Creek but did not love their wine selection. We…read moregot a few flights of wine to try and didn't enjoy too many of them. They were all very sweet, even the dry flight, and very fruit forward. Service was great and we were able to order and get our flights quickly and it is a very cute area in downtown cedarburg. If you like sweet wines give it a try!

Wanted to see the advertised 400 juried artworks from the cedarburg plein air festival on Saturday…read morethe 15th only to arrive at 10 am to see that more than half to 2/3 of art works were already removed and sold on Friday . Whom ever runs this event needs to be more honest about what's really available to see on Saturday when it's open to the public. I drove all the way from Milwaukee on my day off what a waste of time . Not worth all the hype . It seems that the private showing to the collectors only event is what matters most and it's not about the general public getting to see the works thru Saturdays listed date. What a disappointing event and waste of time.

The Cedarburg Cultural Center is a great local institution. Being from the Cedarburg community, I…read moremake frequent visits and always find the environment calm and relaxed. The art is also beautiful! They have paintings, jewelry, pottery, etc on display and for sale. Their events are also very well thought out and relatively low cost! I highly recommend stopping by to check the center out if you find yourself in Cedarburg!

This is such a fun, vibrant spot hidden at the end of the Cedarburg trip! I love taking friends…read morehere that are visiting from out of town, you get to experience both the historical, Gilmore Girls-esque vibe that we all love, as well as a more funky craft spot. One thing that's great about this spot is that they offer all of their drinks as 0 ABV so it makes it super easy and enjoyable for those who are not drinking to still feel catered to and can enjoy a fancy beverage - however I will note that they are as pricey as the cocktails since they use a fancy alcohol in the drinks that is zero proof! Service is super easy ordering at the counter indoors and you can peruse and look at all of the cute curated items, books & records while you wait. The outdoor seating is ample and lovely with their giant striped umbrellas and blue Adirondack chairs as well as other seating options - and fire pits for when the weather turns chilly! Overall love this spot and will continue to pop in when we have the chance.

Finally checked out Art of Joy! Man have I been missing out…read more My friend and I are cohosts for One of a Kind Milwaukee a podcast and we celebrated our one year anniversary at Art of Joy with family and friends. Their cabana you can rent for FREE! for 2 hours which is so amazing. You can bring in food as long as it's from a formal kitchen caterer. The drinks are all so fun and what's so great is they all can be made zero proof! Plus it's kid friendly as well and most nights they even have some type of entertainment. Our server was amazing! The decor is adorable. Needless to say will definitely be making the 30 minute drive more often.