Bar Exam
The Rise and Fall and Rise of Dino’s
Riverwest bar, revived once again, was among the first in the nation to serve Lakefront beer. The food is good, too.
Feb 11th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Champion’s Pub, a Place for Conversation
It's an atmospheric place on a dead-end street where it won't hurt to quote Kant or Kierkegaard.
Jan 28th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Simple Pleasures of The Newport
On the plainer, north side of Bay View, its a classic, unpretentious neighborhood bar.
Jan 15th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Last Call for Treats
A bar since 1895, with quite a checkered history, it will close on January 17.
Jan 7th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Victor’s Is a Hit on New Year’s Eve
The celebration lasts 34 hours here, and attracts a 1,000-plus customers. Will Mark Belling be there?
Dec 31st, 2014 by Michael Horne
The Limited Charms of the UWM Gasthaus
Other than the beer selection, it’s a drab, deflating place. The good news it will soon be replaced.
Dec 17th, 2014 by Michael Horne
The Red Lion’s a Roaring Success
Former Brocach turns from Irish to English, with plenty of beer, ale and cider on hand.
Dec 15th, 2014 by Michael Horne
The Standard Has a Strange History
Just off Brady Street, it goes back to 1888, with a long list of owners and names.
Dec 2nd, 2014 by Michael Horne
Historic Brown Bottle Reopens
The 1907 building has an atmospheric interior filled with Germanic touches and Old World craftsmanship and the Schlitz is just $2 on tap.
Nov 19th, 2014 by Michael Horne
This Is It, Our Oldest Gay Bar
Opened in 1968, across from Cathedral Square, the no-frills joint is the state's oldest continuously-operated gay bar.
Nov 14th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Hosed on Brady Loves Fire Fighters
No bar in town has more fire fighting memorabilia. Few have changed the beer signs more often.
Nov 7th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Harp and Shamrock Is a Survivor
The 1885 building on 21st and Wells is sagging, but venerable old bar attracts “Jeopardy!” and trivia lovers.
Oct 23rd, 2014 by Michael Horne
