Food & Drink

Beer City: The Rise of O’so Brewing Co.
Beer City

The Rise of O’so Brewing Co.

Plover-based company is one of state’s fastest growing brewers, with many tasty brews.

Bar Exam: Hybrid Lounge, City’s Newest Gay Bar
Bar Exam

Hybrid Lounge, City’s Newest Gay Bar

In a building whose history goes back to 1890, it attracts a hybrid of gay and straight folks.

Weekly Happy Hour: Applebee’s For Cocktails?
Weekly Happy Hour

Applebee’s For Cocktails?

Our intrepid reporter actually tries the happy hour at six different Applebee's.

Now Serving: Eat Thanksgiving on Hyatt’s 20th Floor
Now Serving

Eat Thanksgiving on Hyatt’s 20th Floor

Hotel's high-rise restaurant returns -- with turkey. And the Oakland Ave. Pizza War Part II.

Dining: Beerline Cafe Offers Vegan Variety
Dining

Beerline Cafe Offers Vegan Variety

Even something that smells like bacon. And all very fresh.

Bar Exam: 1894 Building Boasts New Orleans-Style Bar
Bar Exam

1894 Building Boasts New Orleans-Style Bar

New Brass Alley on Third St. has spent heavily on atmosphere. Evolution ping pong bar is on 2nd floor.

Now Serving: A Punk Rock Ramen Restaurant?
Now Serving

A Punk Rock Ramen Restaurant?

Tochi reopens with attitude. And Karl Kopp’s venture falls apart.

Bar Exam: Oscar’s Is a Classic South Side Pub
Bar Exam

Oscar’s Is a Classic South Side Pub

A century old, just below 16th St. Viaduct, known for its hamburgers and reasonably priced micro beers.

Now Serving: The Food Trucks Cometh
Now Serving

The Food Trucks Cometh

A new truck specializing in Dutch food. And the Falafel Guys open a sit-down restaurant.

Now Serving: New Owner for Jazz Estate
Now Serving

New Owner for Jazz Estate

Tiny club has somehow survived since 1977. New owner committed to jazz tradition.

Weekly Happy Hour: Cactus Club Brings the Bands
Weekly Happy Hour

Cactus Club Brings the Bands

Happy hour includes discounted Bloody Marys, rail cocktails and tall boys.

Bar Exam: Harbor Room Is Classic Gay Men’s Bar
Bar Exam

Harbor Room Is Classic Gay Men’s Bar

Its colorful 108-year history charts the rise and fall of a dense manufacturing neighborhood.