Cookies collect information about your preferences and your device and are used to make the site work as you expect it to, to understand how you interact with the site, and to show advertisements that are targeted to your interests. Small towns with distilleries, breweries, vineyards and meaderies are just the start, as many places that barely register on a map actually contain unique and unbelievable drinking experiences. Get out of the car and jump on your bike to ride on the Elroy-Sparta State Trail that once was an active railroad track. Wisconsin truly has everything, from epic natural wonders to dynamic cities to a thriving farm-to-table scene. Georgetown, WI 4. Many of the local venues also combine booze and music, like the Indiana RedBarn, the Chateau Thomas Wine Club, and the annual GnawBrew Beer Art & Music Festival. The 'tails are curated by the boozehounds at Mile High's popular The Way Back, and a rotating menu of food options pops up depending on the weekend. For the kitschiest small town in Wisconsin, look no further than Mount Horeb. With a sprawling balcony overlooking the main drag, Hogg's is arowdy sports bar with live music (this is Tennessee, after all) lined in neon, its wraparound bar the centerpiece and meeting place for the locals who stick around long after the tourists leave. Located in the last actual town before entering east Yellowstone, Cassie's bills itself as a steakhouse, and true to Wyoming form, you can get a great cut of meat, as promised by the neon cowboy holding a steak while riding a bucking bronco on the sign out front of the sprawling, 20,000-square-foot, wood-covered saloon. Located at N2161 Town Club Rd, Kaukauna, WI 54130. The food menu features a variety of Irish favorites, including shepherd's pie, and all-American dishes, like pizza. You might not know about these, but they definitely deserve to be on your radar: Did your favorite small town supper club make the list? In addition to being one of Michigan's greatest undiscovered beer bars, they also have a deep love of whiskey, with 90+ bottles on offer and a staff loaded with knowledge about each. The old mining town has mainstays like the St. Elmo Bar, which has been around since 1902 and welcomes all walks of life, and other saloons, dives, wine bars and cocktail bars. People looking to savor their expertly made cocktails flock to the building that used to house an old bakery -- the gorgeous cabinets that house the booze and the bar are from the former business. The architect's 800-acre Taliesin estate is conveniently located south of town. Another go-to stop is the Aldo Leopold Foundation. Located a stone's throw from the water along North Carolina's picturesque Inner Banks, this modest hideaway packs a whole lot of history, music, and booze into its two charmingly weathered stories. 24 Step into old Norway in this city thats a short drive south of Madison. 8. Or just go out and shoot pool at any of the other eight bars nearby. Right outside of Baraboo, Devil's Lake State Park is Wisconsin's most-visited state park with towering quartzite cliffs and a crystal-clear lake surrounded by 500-foot-high bluffs. Travel + Leisure is published by Meredith Corporation under license from Travel + Leisure Co. Here you'll find walls hung with faded photos from the town's mining days, mounted deer heads, and cowpokes who seem to have never left the lottery machine. TripAdvisor management. Small town charm becomes a lot more endearing after a few rounds, so some of our favorite tiny communities around the U.S. are the ones where you can get a decent drink. Its hard to stand out when youre in the middle of California wine country, yet Sebastopol manages to do so. Located right on Lake Metigoshe, the triangular oasis serves as a warm and comforting place to enjoy walleye and the requisite shot-skis in the winter in its cabin-like ambiance, while the summer takes full advantage of the property's sprawling deck, where BBQ and live music complement the laid-back vibe. The Alchemists Heady Topper and Focal Banger are extremely hard to find outside of Stowe, and are worth the trip on their own. Your time in the town doesnt have to be over after you see the brewery. abodegallery.com Stockholm General Wisconsin Foods and Mercantile Everything in this gourmet food store is from Wisconsin. Population: 5,500 Boat tours, history. Plus, discovering the best time of year to visit Sturgeon Bay, WI, might surprise you. We recommend sitting down at the bar and soaking in the Old West vibes, starting with the painted wall mural featuring playing cards and scantily clad dancing women. Population: 4,206 We're talking a 25-foot mahogany beaut salvaged from a fire-torn general store owned by the Hilton family (of Hilton hotels/Nicky Hilton fame), set against an untreated wood-paneled backdrop, crowned by vintage Budweiser lamps and littered with enough dirt cheap beer to quench any chili-induced thirst. As for the food, everything from the wings to the burgers is made from scratch. Its packed with charming boutiques and welcoming bars and restaurants. The gastro-distillery as the brand calls its duel Saloon and production center offers a taste of Western whiskey. Population: 178 Cedarburg. Cassie's is all of that and so, so much more: It's the ultimate western bar experience, almost a theme park of Wyoming quirk packed under one gigantic roof. We've rounded up the best small towns in Wisconsin all with a population under 15,000 that offer something for every type of traveler. Travel to another world in the seafaring town of Sturgeon Bay, Neart the northernmost point of the state, Bayfield is considered the gateway to Madeline Island and the Apostille Islands National Lakeshore, where a chain of lakes stretches into Lake Superior. The next time you head to the Sundance Film Festival, make sure you carve out time between screenings for High West Distillery. Were it located in a big city in one of America's best beer towns, Pella's Cellar Peanut Pub would be a formidable presence elevating the beer scene. Located at 1208 Half Moon Lake Dr, Mosinee, WI 54455. Try the Jetty on for size this summer. The workers at a nearby nuclear reservation used to make everyone nervous by drinking there on their lunch break -- and the bar held a raucous Implosion Party when the plant's steam stack came down. This is partially what makes proudly random pizza bar Huc a Poos such a local and statewide treasure. If you need more than that or just want a good cocktail, head to Back 40, a giant cocktail and beer bar with an upscale, refined atmosphere. Population: 1,753 During its storied Oktoberfest, things get a little nutty in East Grand Forks' best bar, with the requisite stein-holding competitions, dirndls, and unfortunate sauerkraut incidents. You dont have to enjoy country music and honky tonks to have an unforgettable night in Deadwood, especially if you happen to roll through at the same time as the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. But you will find one of the most under-the-radar (and not in a BS, fake "speakeasy" way) bars in the entire country. What Mellow Mushroom attempts at linking itself to acid-dropping culture, Huc a Poos achieves, providing a hidden hippy rest haven to any visiting friends seeking a shift from Georgias red-meated, chest-beating southern bravado. But those in the know are aware it's actually the entrance to the lodge's secret speakeasy, open to the public and one of the great hidden bars you'll ever see at a ski resort. For accommodations, enjoy the Victorian stylings of Viroqua Heritage Inn or the rustic Scandinavian charm of the cabins at Driftless Creek. Bistro 63, located in Barronett, is another wonderful spot to satisfy your steak craving. Tourists enjoy lounging in their tables on the sand before heading into the water for snorkeling or strolling a short way down the beach to see sea turtles pulling up on the beach. One can't think of Wisconsin without acknowledging its agricultural bounty, and while the nickname of America's Dairyland is accurate (hello, cheese trail), lots more is produced here. A solid food menu helps offset the stiff tropical drinks, and also makes it a place people feel perfectly fine bringing their kids for a sunset dinner. The food menu, too, is outstanding, a collision of high end taste and lowbrow bar food that includes an arsenal of specialty burgers, wings, and tots covered in custom dry seasonings like tikka and the herb-covered Megan, all of which come with custom dipping sauces (opt for the white Cheddar & gouda sauce, and save some for the stellar wings). There's a reason folks like John Mellencamp never shut up about the allure of America's small towns: They're treasures hiding amazing experiences and some completely unexpected culinary surprises. 7. Many small towns across the country have good bars (that's why this list exists in the first place), but not many small towns have 20-plus wineries, two breweries, one cidery and a. Love Wisconsin? Population: 2,497 Start planning your visit to this small town with some of the, The lead miners are long gone but the town they built remains and its one of the prettiest spots in the state. Their website, NoCoorsLight.com, hints at this, as does the enormous collection of craft beer paraphernalia that surrounds 17 clean-as-a-whistle taps pouring everything from local gems like BLDG 8 and Honest Weight to reliable favorites like Dogfish Head and Founders. Sandpoint PseudoSue, King Sue and others are consistently ranked as some of the best beers available, and the entire brewery was named BeerAdvocates second-best brewery in the world. Out in Marfa, far from the many large population centers in the Lone Star State, theres a boozy oasis that justifies any trip getting lost in the desert. What are the best places to get steaks in Wisconsin? Write a Review! Wherever you decide to enjoy a pint or two, be sure to raise a glass with your loved ones and cheers to a wonderful vacation. For more reading on the Badger State check out: Best Places To Live In Wisconsin; Cheapest Places To Live In Wisconsin; Most Dangerous Cities In Wisconsin; The 15 Best Small Towns In Wisconsin For 2022 For those who love the beauty and charm of small towns, you will want to check out the picturesque town of Sister Bay. (920) 743-3933. In this episode, we discuss how this town came to be and what Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, is known for. The tavern claims to be the oldest continuously operating bar in the state. Population: 5,943 The scent of legendary fish fries and the sound of live music fills the air (the bar, it's worth noting, is owned by a family whose son played in '80s band Timbuk 3, of "The Future's So Bright" fame), though this is also very much a hangout spot for travelers and locals who call it home. The pork product still brings in folks from all over, especially during the Apple Scrapple Festival, when Jeff's TV and pool table-filled drinking establishment hosts between seven and eight thousand thirsty folks over a single weekend. Must-eat foods: Steak and a brandy alexander at Loopy's High . Sip Martinis in an overstuffed leather couch in front of a roaring fire at Cattle Baron. Disney Germantown, WI 5. It's also a perfect spot to watch the sunset, which is why it still draws people who live in the area, even if they're just there for a beer or two. With its distinctly old-world charm, iconic LGBTQ scene, glut of vintage and boutique shops, and ever-bustling arts community, New Hope draws its fair share of visitors both far and wide despite its diminutive size. Orange Beach Population: 7,984 It's a perfect mix of all things northern Wisconsin. Let us know in the comments! Kill Devil Hills is located in the heart of North Carolinas Outer Banks, and the towns history as the location of the Wright Brothers first flight is only matched by its beachy drinking scene. Look, Rhode Island's tough here, considering the Ocean State is basically the state equivalent of a small town. Head a few miles off Highway 17, past the vintage gas pumps and through the green-trimmed door. It's three of the best bars, spread out over three levels. Lee Well send you our daily roundup of all our favorite stories from across the site, from travel to food to shopping to entertainment. Wisconsin is known for a lot of great things, but its possible that none are better than our iconic supper clubs. If you know one thing about the southern part of Delaware, it's the beaches. Its true that bars close at midnight in Oxford (the county seat of Lafayette County), but thankfully there are a ton of great spots packed into a small area, The Square, so you can get your fill in record time. Spend the night at the chic Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, a reimagined former Playboy Club. Pay extra special attention to their special releasesif youre in town for the festival in January, consider the Midwinter Nights Dram. A New Hope institution since 1972, John & Peter's opened its doors designed as a low-key breakfast joint that occasionally had live bands. Theres no shortage of places to get delicious steaks in Wisconsin. Holdrege Then, after years of sitting vacant amid the Gypsum Hills, new life arrived and the place was resurrected in 2012. The drinks are cheap enough that you can indulge enough to find you in an eventual staring contest with one of the mounted deer heads and your wallet will be no worse for the wear. 1. Mamou Additionally, this area, known for its native culture, is home to the country's first tribal national park, Frog Bay, and the nation's first Indigenous-owned distillery, Copper Crow. This is a place that makes bar food into its own liberal art. These are some of the best downtowns in Wisconsin. It's one of those places one stumbles upon while traveling and tells stories about for years, a little slice of big-city culture literally in the middle of nowhere. So while unknown it's not, it's a must-see if anywhere near Reno or Lake Tahoe. Grab a lakeside beverage at the more-than-a-century-old Thirsty Whale and enjoy a meal at the Boathouse, before retiring to one of the area's many rustic, lodge-style accommodations. The site, now recognized by UNESCO for its cultural importance, includes highlights like the Taliesin home and Hillside Studio. 12 Head to Curling Vine Winery for a taste of wine made from the official state grape, norton. Hank Williams played the Goble on a one-night stopover in the '40s. Population: 920 But while the burgers might steal the show, the bar itself is not to be overlooked. Yes, Saloon #10 is touristy: It's a place that doubles as something of a living Wild West museum, complete with cowboys at the poker table where Wild Bill was shot. Situated between Denver and numerous ski resorts lies Silver Plume, which has a distinct small-town mountain vibe. Taste classic Irish drinks and fare at the oldest operating tavern in Wisconsin The Monarch Public House. Hudson So that you can get in on the fun in your local area or while travelling, we rounded up our favorite small towns across the country. Like many of the other bars in Newport, Nanas features regular live music. Here, kids can choose from nearly every milkshake flavor, and if youre over 21, you can add Kahlua or RumChata liqueur to the mix. Yet it has the highest bar-to-resident ratio in the world, because theres also only one person. What are the best supper clubs in Wisconsin? They also have an Old Fashioned so good, their bartender bottles his mix and sells it all around the world. Oh, and yes, there's a big blue moose statue out front just begging for you to take a selfie with it after you've had a few. Weary travelers and anyone who's indulged in a hilariously named cocktail can find a place to crash just up a flight of stairs at the Connor Hotel. Grab a drink and a steak. Or you can just hang out in the beer garden and enjoy the warm desert air; the smell of the smoke is almost as glorious. And over in Dodgeville. In short, Bisbee is an oasis on the Arizona-Mexico border. And over in Dodgeville, Bobs Bitchin BBQ provides all the comfort food and bar drinks youre craving, and has an extensive kids menu featuring root beer ribs and a pulled pork slider. Hang out long enough, someone will invite you to their house for a barbecue. Picking up on the theme here? Mount Nebo Known as the birthplace of the Republican Party, Ripons downtown is filled with revitalized buildings holding lively pubs, coffee shops and restaurants. If Dogfish isnt your speed (do you hate puppies and flowers too? A hop, skip and a jump from Poughkeepsie, the distillery makes the perfect weekend trip from NYC. On the other hand, Hays, home to Fort Hays State University, is just on the cusp of small town status (whats an extra thousand people among friends, right?). But a recent makeover has transitioned friendly, slightly surly, narrow oasis for drinkers of all walks from a brick-laden dungeon of a dark dive bar into a brick-laden, slightly brighter dungeon of a less-divey bar, with its Pacific Northwest murals in tact and the glow of a new reader board boasting a wealth of craft beer to go along with the PBR an a full-on cocktail menu. Bar Harbor Funny things happen when you put a giant music festival out in the middle of the desert: Sometimes the huge acts playing said music festival also end up in funky old bars down dark windy roads. Lucky for you, Wisconsin is home to countless bars and taverns, many of which are family-friendly, that serve up cold beer, delicious cuisine and Midwest hospitality. The iconic Wild West town is filled with as much cowboy kitsch, gambling and beer bars as you would imagine existed in the seedy, lawless Jesse James days (although its a lot safer now). Pull up a stool: At these places, once you're in, you're a regular. Ringing the formidable instrument announces to the bar that youve just bought a round for the entire crowd of rowdy seafaring regulars, so ring it with intention or else steer clear. Located at N18078 County Road T, Galesville, WI 54630. If you believe the writing on the wall outside Freds, tiny Mamou is the "Cajun music capital of the world." As the gateway to Beavers Bend State Park, Broken Bow (and nearby community Hochatown) is a prime spot of water-loving types looking to take advantage of the areas many beaches, islands and fishing, but it holds just as much draw for small town drinkers. Over the past four-plus decades, it has evolved into a true music mecca off the Delaware River, playing host to artists as varied as Norah Jones, George Thorogood, and jazz virtuoso Stanley Jordan. Yes, we know this story is dropping in the throes of winter. Best Small Towns in Wisconsin Lake Geneva The Lake Geneva region is known to many for its beautiful landscape, world-class golf courses, and outstanding restaurants, making it the ideal small town for starting your trip in Wisconsin. New Hope Clarksdale Then check out local producers like Stonekeep Meadery or Big Creek Vineyard. Population: 23,406 And you'll need a cheap beer to wash it down. It's all best experienced on Tuesdays, when the traditional Beat the Clock special has draft beers for 75 cents beginning at 8pm and going up a quarter every half hour. Its hard to top a 9,000-square-foot pool with a swim-up bar like the one at the Sand Bar. Population: 71 Located at 118 Merchant Row, Milton, WI 53563. Yemassee Located in the chic Irish Cottage Hotel, the place pours proper pints of Fuller's and Smithwick's to the soundtrack of live Irish music, while the scent of Gaelic steak and shepherd's pie is as intoxicating as anything from the full Irish whisky menu. No visit would be complete without grabbing some beers and hitting the great outdoors in the Great North. They don't call it a ghost town for nothing. Those days are long gone, but theres still Branson, the heart and soul of Missouri wine. Simply put: you just aren't supposed to attract talent this big in a town this small. Outside of beer, Stowe has an impressive apres ski scene thanks to live music bars like the Rusty Nail Stage and the food, drinks and dancing at the Matterhorn Restaurant. 9 Best Towns in Wisconsin 1. Pony may be a one-horse town, but its bar is the kind of place that draws people from far and wide, a pure distillate of Montana bar life that demands a pilgrimage from any drinker worth the dirt on their boots. Streets lined with 19th-century homes give the area a uniquely antique charm, and tourists can enjoy . It is perhaps the ultimate Door Country bar, one where everybody comes together to bullshit, eat perch and pizza, and make new friends amid the laid-back ambiance of a legendary drinker's paradise. When you think of Wisconsin, darling Main Streets with town parks or squares and cute shops might come to mind. And only 0.33% are out of work. Before leaving, don't forget to stop by the tasting room at Brix Cider for a locally crafted beverage. Located between two lakes, the first hotel was built here in 1894. Let's just say you won't find Clark and the rest of the National Lampoon gang running amok inside this famed American institution. It's supper club perfection. Case in point: Pleasure Island, a 1,600-square-foot tiki paradise where you can roll up by car or boat and enjoy drinks like the Bahama Who? Monowi offers a truly singular drinking experience that you cant find anywhere else. Who doesn't enjoy a nice brothel museum when stopping for a drink during a cruise of the inner passage? Population:3,429 Settled most by Irish prospectors, the town has many historic town buildings, and Water Street has even been designated a National Historic Landmark. At nearly 16,000 residents, Clarksdale certainly pushes our definition of a small town, but we're willing to bend our rules for a city that's known as perhapsthehub of the Delta blues. And over in Dodgeville, Bob's Bitchin' BBQ provides all the comfort food and bar drinks you're craving, and has an extensive kids menu featuring root beer ribs and a pulled pork slider. So consider this aspirational drinking for June. Located at E5690 County Rd D, Menomonie, WI 54751. With an interior that's part hunting lodge, part beer hall, it's a cozy, welcoming outpost that serve as a home away from home for many, but especially members of the Back 40 Beer Club, who score $3.50 craft beers on Sundays and Mondays and get hooked up with other specials and insider knowledge. There are a number of things that you can only get in and around the brewery, making it a destination in and of itself no matter how many times youve seen Spotted Cow before. Wrightstown, WI Towns in Wisconsin FAQs Conclusion Have you heard of the city of Wisconsin? There are also two breweries in the town, Old Bisbee Brewing Company and Beast Brewing Company, making award-winning and innovative brews. And in a small town as eternally cool as New Hope, that's not a bad feeling to have. The lakeside town has so much to do and so many places making local alcohol that you might as well pick up and move there if you want to experience it all. You could describe New Glarus as quaint, but you cant describe the eponymous brewery with the same word. Miraculously, places like this still do exist. This unique restaurant sits inside an old bank building, and all of their dishes are made from scratch with the finest ingredients. Waikoloa Pubs & Taverns, This site uses cookies to provide you with the best onsite experience. Unlike other upscale second home spots, these properties are accessible for ogling via the 26-mile-long Geneva Lake Shore Path. Here, kids can choose from nearly every milkshake flavor, and if youre over 21, you can add Kahlua or RumChata liqueur to the mix. Located at 2202 Post Rd, Plover, WI 54467. Nowadays, it's a can't-miss aprs-ski destination for anyone looking to indulge after multiple runs at Snowbasin or Powder Mountain. Copyright 2022 Travel + Leisure Co. All Rights Reserved. To learn more, visit their Facebook page, The rare mix of supper club and tiki bar, Jake's is on Tainter Lake and is known for its prime rib, the outdoor tiki bar and live music on the weekends. Sitka is the paradigm of an isolated small town. It is a great place for a quiet escape, but also has plenty to do, including scenic kayaking on Green Bay. Bottineau Play giant Jenga without having to worry about hitting someones beer when it inevitably falls over, toss bean bags as far as you want in a game of Cornhole, and throw darts in a much safer environment than a crowded city bar. You may never go back to your real life. . Check out the freshwater critters (gigantic sturgeon, otters, trout) at the two-story Great Lakes Aquarium. Eureka Springs You can pair southern eats with cocktails at the City Grocery (and enjoy their second floor balcony seating), grab a slushy cocktail from Funkys Pizza and Daiquiri Bar, hang with Ole Miss revelers at The Blind Pig Pub, get classy at the aptly named The Wine Bar or get weird at the paradoxically named Library Sports Bar, and still get home in time for your eight hours of shuteye. You'll also get a heavy dose of anthropology here, with modern "cave etchings" on the wall of people who've inhabited the bar in decades past. The vibe inside this warm, wood-clad haunt is vintage New England on steroids, featuring dusty maritime art, nautical odds and ends, an old-school popcorn machine, and, inexplicably, a year-round Christmas tree perched atop a potbelly stove. Or just wait till the Goble Warming music festival every summer: The music twangs, the meat's smoked on hickory, and if you overindulge you can camp in the backyard. The essence of Ireland can be found in Newport, Oregon, at Nanas Irish Pub. Here is the very best small town (capped at 25,000 people) for drinkers to visit in all 50 states. At night it turns into a different animal, when Skagway locals actually belly up to the bar like animals who only come out after dark. There are so many excellent small town restaurants in Wisconsin. Terlingua When you see the charming downtown, you might decide to stay right where you are. Its history lives on in the restored skylights and exposed brick walls. Weston The tiny town in Maui is home to Charleys, which Willie Nelson blessed by calling the bar my kind of place. Opened in 1969, Charleys is a place where you can take a step back in time and find true Aloha, especially if your true aloha is a country saloon. The town is just north of the Mexican border, and is populated by hippies, artists and bikersall of whom, it appears, love a good drinking scene. The tri-tip sandwich is worth the drive alone, and the bands playing here on regular weekends are still a hundred times better than you'd expect. Beyond its own selection of whiskeys, the bar has partnered with the Las Vegas Distillery to offer a barrel program in which visitors can purchase their own barrel to be stored at the bar and utilized whenever the buyer likes. Mama, Rowdy Rum Runner, Pleasure Island Lemonade, and the infamous Bushwhacker. If youre down for a bit of a trip, you can go to the Fish Heads Bar & Grill tiki bar. and chow down on artisan pizza. Elkhart Lake itself, for which the town is named, is often ranked the cleanest in the state. We'll tell you the good about "Awesome Cross Plains." Everyone here is rich; families average $87,125 a year, which is the 5th highest in the Madison region. The bars on this list represent the absolute best small-town drinking experiences in their respective states. You know, to give the place character. Floridas Emerald Coast on the states panhandle is lined with small beach towns, but none compare to Santa Rosa Beach. When you visit this site, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. Watertown, WI 9. Dogs are welcome, too, an added bonus that makes this quintessential Pacific Northwest experience all the more satisfying. If you visit the old honky-tonk now, just 35 miles west of Portland, you might sit next to a member of the Ventures telling tall tales about surf rock in Japan. The sprawling backyard lawn hosts picnic tables, a maddening hook-and-ring game popular with both hustlers and hecklers, a well-used country music stage, and the most beautiful backyard view in Oregon, looking out on the rolling hills of Columbia River country. As the gateway to the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Bayfield is a can't-miss small town in the Badger State. Look for the guy wearing sunglasses, no matter how late it gets. There are very few bad places to have a drink in Hawaii. There's also a sprawling outdoor patio, where bands and DJs cater to the tourists and the locals, all of whom find solace in Tuesday karaoke, a free jukebox, and the simple pleasures of being transported into an old-school dive that's found new life by embracing its past and bringing it into the present. These days, the "Gris," as it's known, sits on its laurels as the oldest continuously operating tavern in America, doling out bubbling bowls of hot clam chowder alongside proper pints, stiff martinis, belly-warming whiskey drams, and live music every night. Population: 58 Among the booze offerings are 23 taps, including local faves like 16 Mile and Fordham & Dominion. What really turns THC (yes, it goes by THC, The Hops Company) from a good spot into a great spot is the 4.5-acre beer garden and outdoor bar. Manhattans and negronis are barrel-aged for two months before being served in the dimly lit bar, and though the bartenders here would never dare refer to themselves as "mixologists" they can craft up pretty much anything if you tell them what you're into. Visitors here can enjoy a traditional fish. Imagine a group of bikers with an affinity for barbecue decided to open a hunting lodge, and that's basically what you're getting at Thirty-Six Saloon, where, to be sure, a solid proportion of the clientele arrived on a Harley, but there's enough drawing power here to appeal to customers of all stripes. Bars on this list represent the absolute best small-town drinking experiences in their respective.. As for the kitschiest small town in Maui is best small town bars in wisconsin to Charleys, which Willie Nelson blessed calling... 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