The Brown Baer

Things are quiet here during the off season, especially on a Sunday night. Thankfully we found this tavern open and serving food. The quality and quantity was amazing. Our bartender M. was very nice and suggested the Cobb salad for my wife. I went with the cold cut grinder sub sandwich. Both were excellent. No fryer so chips were offered . Friendly ,clean bar with a lot of interesting decor.

The food was fantastic I had catfish and I like that all the food is prepared with out a deep fryer! Unusual for a bar The bartender was very accommodating and he was funny and helpful It's 45 minutes from our home, but well worth the drive for something different

Unique menu which is only written on the chalkboard behind the bar. We stopped on a weekday for lunch before heading on for more traveling. We sat at the bar and the bartender took our order. We had the schnitzel sandwich and bacon mac. Heard the bacon in the mac was really sweet so it had a different flavor than what you might be used to. Portion with the sandwich was pretty big - lots of greens and pickled onions on top of the pork schnitzel. Little sad it wasn't breaded and fried but still good. The chips had good seasoning on them.Saw the wedge salad and that was equally impressive. I'd be interested to stop by next time I'm in town to see what they'd have on the menu again.

This is a fun, eclectic, little place with amazing food. The only menu is posted on a chalkboard behind the bar and you place your order with the bartender. You won't find standard bar food options here- there is no deep fryer; so don't come looking for fried anything. Select your sandwich (there is something for everyone) and your side (the side options are plentiful) and begin the countdown...My guy had the Pork Loin Sandwich w/a side of Mac&Cheese. Both were fantastic. The pork was seasoned perfectly and had a wonderful sear on it just to the point of caramelization. The flavor could not be beat. The Mac&Cheese was comforting and decadent. I had the cheeseburger w/a side of Brussel Sprouts. The burger, like the pork, was seasoned and cooked perfectly. The sprouts were an ideal pairing. The only thing I wished they had was an option to drizzle a little balsamic reduction- it would have sent it over the top but trust me, they were really good just as prepared. Peggy was working the bar and never stopped moving. If she wasn't with a customer or running food, she was actively cleaning and never slacking off. The patrons and service were her priorities not her friends or her phone. We loved her, the vibe, the decor, and the food- everything about this joint is a good. We'll be back.

Fantastic place and great food. Nice atmosphere. Ducked in here on a motorsports lunch break and wasn't disappointed.

We were looking for a place to eat with a group of 4 adults and 5 picky kids. We were so happily surprised to find a fun atmosphere and food that made everyone happy! The burger was everyone's favorite!

SERVICE Upon arriving the staff greeted me and I let them know I had called in an order. The lady behind the bar checked in the back and then let me know that I was "Next Up". I called ahead and was told it would take 25 minutes. I showed up 30 minutes after I called. I then waited another 20 minutes by the bar before my food was ready. I don't think they had even started on my order and I wish she would have just told me the truth and let me know how long it would likely take instead of leaving me thinking it'll be out any minute now. MEALI did my research and went with what most people said was delicious... the pork sandwich and cornbread. Neither was anything to write home about. The pork sandwhich was dry burnt and all I could taste was the char on the outside of the meat. (That said, the tomatoes, onion, and lettuce that went on the sandwich seemed fresh and was crisp.) The cornbread was just okay. Nothing special at all. AMBIANCE This is a bar so don't show up thinking you and your family will enjoy a nice meal at a corner booth. And judging from what I saw cleanliness probably isn't much of a priority. I'd be scared to take a peek back in that kitchen. TIMEI called ahead and was told it would be ready in 25 minutes. I arrived and waited at least another 20 minutes. I don't think they had even started on my order. RECOMMENDATIONI was so incredibly disappointed by my experience. I was looking forward to eating here all day and my experience came up waaaaay short of the reviews I read. Maybe they just had an off night? Either way, I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone, and I wouldn't even give it another chance. That's sad because I had such high hopes.

Was in town for a conference and stopped by in for drinks with a group. Fun atmosphere with great drinks and service.

What an interesting little place. The décor is wacky in the best way and the bartenders efficient and funny. No menu you have to order off of the black board behind the bar. I ordered the Teriyaki Chicken and patiently waited a really long time. The toppings and flavor of the sandwich were really good. The sad part is my chicken was so over cooked it was dry and tough. My husband commented that the idea of his sandwich was good and the flavors excellent but his sandwich was also really dry and needed more sauce. I like the idea of their simple menu and I would come back for drinks for sure.

Best burger in the country. Great service. Great beer menu. Awesome local vibe. Don't miss this spot when in Elkhart Lake WI.