The best bars & nightlife in Brown County

Timekeeper Distillery brings its own spirits to a cozy Ashwaubenon lounge with a cocktail and food menu built for lingering. Check their Green Bay event calendar for trivia nights and fun pop-ups, then settle in for a drink that tastes like someone actually measured.

From the Green Bay newsletter, October 11, 2026

Pump Room leans into craft cocktails and premium spirits, with bartenders who actually care about balance, texture, and presentation. It’s a polished spot for date-night sips or low-key networking, where high-quality ingredients and attentive service make even the classics feel kind of special.

From the Green Bay newsletter, September 21, 2026

Whether you're flying solo or corralling friends, Palette and Pub makes creativity feel easy. A local artist guides you step by step, wine, beer, or cocktails are at the ready, materials are included, and you walk out with a 16x20 masterpiece... check the class calendar or book a private event.

From the Green Bay newsletter, September 16, 2026

The Bar - Holmgren Way nails the sports-bar sweet spot with famous wings and pizzas, HDTVs in every direction, and a full menu featuring Celiac Friendly items. Expect classic pub grub, darts, plus volleyball and archery tournaments, and a lively crowd that brings its A-game.

From the Green Bay newsletter, October 10, 2026

Inside Lambeau Field, 1919 Kitchen & Tap nails the sweet spot between gameday buzz and elevated pub grub, with more than 40 craft beers delivered through gleaming copper lines and a menu of upgraded classics. Great for a casual weeknight hang when you still want that Green Bay energy.

From the Green Bay newsletter, September 20, 2026

Badger State Brewing Company keeps it fun with smooth, tropical-leaning IPAs, crisp lagers, and rotating ciders, seltzers, and wine on tap. Just a block from Lambeau Field, their dog-friendly beer garden, live music, and tailgate vibes make it an easy go-to for Green Bay weekends.

From the Green Bay newsletter, October 5, 2026

Green Bay Axe Throwing mixes state-of-the-art lanes, interactive gameplay with personalized scoring, and a surprisingly deep game list like tic tac toe, Connect 4, Cricket, and zombie or duck hunt. Bring a crew, up to six per lane, with lanes for bigger groups too.

From the Green Bay newsletter, October 19, 2026

Zambaldi Beer is the kind of Allouez brewery that keeps things simple and tasty, pouring approachable, well-made beers you can actually drink on a Tuesday. It’s a friendly, community-first taproom where you pop in for one, end up sampling a seasonal, and leave plotting your next meet up.

From the Green Bay newsletter, September 26, 2026

Perched on the fifth floor with sweeping Lambeau views, Taverne in the Sky pairs wood‑fired, hand‑cut steaks and herb rotisserie chicken with craft cocktails and a global wine list. Think chef‑curated, locally sourced menus and refreshed design touches, plus outdoor seating when the weather cooperates.

From the Green Bay newsletter, October 12, 2026

Anduzzi's Sports Club - Holmgren Way nails the local sports bar sweet spot with multiple big-screen TVs, craft burgers, wings, and pizzas that disappear suspiciously fast.

From the Green Bay newsletter, September 29, 2026

Next Door Lounge (By Cheesecake Heaven) is the quieter sibling to the cheesecake hub, pouring specialty cocktails, craft beers, and an extensive wine list in a more intimate setting. When you want conversation to win over crowd noise, this is the spot you claim.

From the Green Bay newsletter, October 9, 2026

For game days, Friday fish fry cravings, or a Sunday broasted chicken tradition, Stadium View Bar, Restaurant, & Event Halls nails the local playbook with a rooftop bar overlooking Lambeau Field, sprawling patios, and space for every celebration. Big Packers energy, solid American fare, zero fuss, all fun.

From the Green Bay newsletter, September 25, 2026

Green Bay's original specialty beer bar, Cock & Bull Publick House pours over 200 specialty beers from across the globe in a cozy, century-old brick pub with turn-of-the-century charm. This week, rack up a game of pool, shuffleboard, or darts, then settle in for Packers games on HD with excellent music and vibes.

From the Green Bay newsletter, August 8, 2026

Greater Green Bay's only self-pour taproom with full restaurant service, District Pour Haus runs 48 taps pouring craft beer, sours, ciders, wine, plus NA and gluten free picks, all alongside a scratch kitchen and weekly live music. Build your perfect pour and lean into that game-day energy.

From the Green Bay newsletter, August 5, 2026

For a Green Bay staple that still feels fresh, Titletown Brewing Company & Sky Lounge pairs a rotating lineup of award-winning beers and locally inspired pub grub with pinball downstairs and live entertainment upstairs on a Fox River view rooftop. Take a tour, then linger for a Green 19.

From the Green Bay newsletter, September 13, 2026

Spacious, airy bar with large windows, an extensive menu of classic pub grub & weekly fish fries.

Sports-focused restaurant serving a Wisconsin-themed menu & house vodka in family-friendly digs.

Country vibes, a roomy stage and a legit dance floor make Black Saddle Tavern & Oasis an easy Green Bay go-to since 2019, with live bands, Atomic Bingo and karaoke, mason jar cocktails, craft beer, bar bites and a lively crowd that actually shows up to dance.

From the Green Bay newsletter, August 25, 2026

Black Sheep Pub & Grill leans into comfort-food cravings with rotating menu highlights, a friendly pub buzz, and events that keep the calendar interesting. Swing by this week for a low-stress catch-up and let the crew treat you like family.

From the Green Bay newsletter, August 15, 2026

Part wine bar, part craft beer hangout, The Bottle Room nails that industrial-chic vibe with global bites that actually pair well with what’s in your glass. Check their tastings and live music calendar, then settle in for a glass, a cocktail, and a catch-up that lasts longer than planned.

From the Green Bay newsletter, October 18, 2026

Modern & roomy pub featuring build-your-own burger options, plus unique beers & live music.

Green Bay’s only gentlemen’s club, Oval Office Gentlemen's Club mixes premium bottle service with five-star hospitality in a sleek, grown-up atmosphere that actually feels comfortable.

From the Green Bay newsletter, September 11, 2026

Blue Collar Bar & Grill turns out artisanal pizzas, stacked burgers, steaks and seafood using locally sourced ingredients, plus a legit craft beer and wine lineup. Chill vibe for catching up with friends, and they handle private events if your group suddenly multiplies.

From the Green Bay newsletter, September 8, 2026

Looking for a post-work unwind that feels a little elevated without the fuss, The Roundabout Bar leans into craft cocktails, premium spirits, and staff who actually know their stuff.

From the Green Bay newsletter, September 12, 2026

Trout Springs Winery pours estate-grown Wisconsin Ledge wines in a cozy tasting room with vineyard views, and the owners Steve and Andrea do the pouring.

From the Manitowoc newsletter, August 18, 2026

Amphora Wine Bar keeps your crew happy with thoughtful pours for wine people, craft beer fans, and cocktail curious alike, plus craveable meatballs and legit shareables. It’s an easy add to the weeknight rotation when you want something relaxed, local, and better than whatever’s in your fridge.

If you like low-key spots where everyone might learn your name, Simonet's Bar is a no-signage Main Street legend that’s been pouring since 1961. Rotating craft lines, local brews, pinball, shuffleboard, darts, plus a party room for celebrations... it nails that Green Bay tavern vibe.

Napalese Lounge has been serving Green Bay since 1982 with a low-key vibe, thin-crust pizza and burgers, plus cocktails that invite one more round. Expect drag shows, trivia, and a welcoming LGBTQ+ community space, complete with the city’s first outdoor LGBTQ+ mural.

From the Green Bay newsletter, September 1, 2026

Whether you're posting up on the patio for sunset or plotting a midweek vibe check, Studio 1212 Cafe & Wine Bar brings creative cocktails, wine, and shareable plates like charcuterie and tapas made with organic, never deep fried ingredients. The kind of spot locals secretly hope stays their secret.

From the Green Bay newsletter, August 14, 2026

Whether you’re chasing country riffs, rock singalongs, or beachy dance jams, The Sardine Can brings live music to its outdoor stage, with newly built patios to lounge and two indoor bars to keep the vibes rolling. Sneak off to the tiki bar, toast with the Can Fam, forget the week.

From the Green Bay newsletter, August 10, 2026

Craving a spot where craft beer and creative American plates actually play nice? Hinterland Brewery pairs meticulously brewed pints with a beer hall restaurant vibe and globally nudged comfort food, set in Green Bay’s Titletown across from Lambeau Field, making it an easy Shawano to Green Bay outing.

From the Shawano newsletter, October 5, 2026

Hit refresh on your week at Buzz Social, where you can rack up frames, hop into the arcade between turns, then refuel with Daddy Mac's made-to-order mac and cheese bowls... ten cheesy options, zero judgment. Perfect for kids' birthdays, grown-up leagues, or a spontaneous we-need-to-get-out night.

From the Green Bay newsletter, August 18, 2026

Green Bay’s go-to cigar lounge, Prohibition Spirits and Cigar Lounge pairs a well-stocked humidor with a serious spirits bar, so you can match your favorite stick with a pour that actually belongs with it. Settle into the lounge, talk shop with friends, and let the week melt a little.

From the Green Bay newsletter, August 22, 2026

Cardinal’s Crest Rooftop Gastropub is the kind of spot you hit when you want chef driven comfort food, serious cocktails from mixologist Tony Oczus, and a terrace view that makes Green Bay look extra photogenic. Executive Chef Aaron Morse keeps the menu creative, the vibe relaxed, and the game on.

From the Green Bay newsletter, September 5, 2026