The best bars & nightlife in Fond du Lac
25 bars & nightlife we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.
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Swish Sports Bar & Grill
NightlifeSwish Sports Bar & Grill channels that collective game day buzz with a grill menu they tout as Milwaukee's best and legendary frozen…
Swish Sports Bar & Grill
NightlifePrime Social Restaurant & Bar
NightlifePrime Social Restaurant & Bar is the kind of spot where you can grab a bite, settle in for drinks, then actually talk to people.…
Prime Social Restaurant & Bar
NightlifeTanino's Italian & Amer Restaurant
NightlifeTanino's Italian & Amer Restaurant is that long-standing, family-run Italian spot in a small brick building, turning out pizza, pastas, and…
Tanino's Italian & Amer Restaurant
NightlifeCharles E. Fromage
NightlifeLooking for a low-key spot where the pours are thoughtful and the vibe is very Milwaukee? Charles E. Fromage is a cozy wine bar made for…
Charles E. Fromage
NightlifeThe Slow Buffalo
NightlifeThe Slow Buffalo keeps it casual with crisp wings, juicy burgers, and tacos that actually hit the spot, plus a classic Friday fish fry and…
The Slow Buffalo
NightlifeThe Rave / Eagles Club
NightlifeInside the historic Eagles Club, The Rave / Eagles Club keeps Milwaukee buzzing with national headliners, local up-and-comers, and…
The Rave / Eagles Club
NightlifeMilwaukee Brat House
NightlifeCraving a proper brat and a cold local pour? Milwaukee Brat House channels old Milwaukee charm with classic German and Wisconsin comfort,…
Milwaukee Brat House
NightlifeD & D Tavern
NightlifeCraving something beyond the usual light lager? D & D Tavern leans into craft beers and artisanal cocktails, plus smart bar bites that…
D & D Tavern
NightlifeLost Whale
NightlifeWhether you’re in the mood for a clever new sipper or a classic done right, Lost Whale nails the balance between playful and polished. The…
Lost Whale
NightlifeThe Tin Widow
NightlifeThe Tin Widow is a Walker’s Point cocktail spot for gin lovers, whiskey nerds, and night owls. Stop in this week for thoughtful pours and…
The Tin Widow
NightlifeBlack Sheep MKE
NightlifeBlack Sheep MKE is all about wine, with 16 taps pouring rotating picks plus glasses and bottles if you're feeling classic. Swing by this…
Black Sheep MKE
NightlifeCujak's Wine & Spirits
NightlifeFond du Lac's only sommelier is behind Cujak's Wine & Spirits, stocking hand-selected wines and whiskeys for weeknights, celebrations, and…
Cujak's Wine & Spirits
NightlifePress Box
NightlifePress Box is Fondy’s sports fan hangout since 1982, with 20+ TVs, volleyball, darts, and pool, plus outdoor courts and a legit wiffleball…
Press Box
NightlifeBlue Line Tavern
NightlifeWhether you're catching preseason highlights or just craving something crispy and saucy, Blue Line Tavern brings hockey energy with…
Blue Line Tavern
NightlifeSpitfires on State
NightlifeSpitfires on State is the kind of sports-centric hangout locals claim as their own, with wings finished on the grill in 26 sauces, nine…
Spitfires on State
NightlifeThe Outsider
NightlifeSet nine stories above the Historic Third Ward, The Outsider nails that sweet spot between swanky and chill, with indoor and outdoor…
The Outsider
NightlifeBoone & Crockett
NightlifeBoone & Crockett nails the classics with things like a Trinidad Sour, a proper Old Fashioned, and a silky Manhattan, all mixed by folks who…
Boone & Crockett
NightlifeTavern on the Avenue
NightlifeCozy bar offering a variety of beer on tap, wine, and bourbon, plus pizza and a patio.
Tavern on the Avenue
NightlifeSunset On The Water
NightlifeSunset On The Water is the lakeside spot for ribeye, coconut shrimp, and a view that does half the talking. Settle in by the big windows or…
Sunset On The Water
NightlifeCork Wine & Cocktail Bar
NightlifeIf you're heading down to Milwaukee, Cork Wine & Cocktail Bar is the cozy Walker’s Point hangout for well-made cocktails, good wine, and…
Cork Wine & Cocktail Bar
NightlifeVoyager
NightlifeCasual spot featuring a globally sourced wine selection, cocktails and craft beers served in a cozy atmosphere with outdoor seating.
Voyager
NightlifeBryant's Cocktail Lounge
NightlifeOpen since 1938, Bryant's Cocktail Lounge is Milwaukee’s oldest cocktail lounge, with plush velvet walls, exotic lighting, and a vintage…
Bryant's Cocktail Lounge
NightlifeThe Wicked Hop
NightlifeWhen you want a lively spot with legit pub grub and a strong beer list, The Wicked Hop delivers with local and imported pours, live music,…
The Wicked Hop
Nightlife18 Hands Ale Haus
Nightlife18 Hands Ale Haus is the kind of spot where a crisp German-style pour meets bratwursts, live music, and an outdoor Biergarten that actually…
18 Hands Ale Haus
NightlifeThief Wine Shop & Bar
NightlifeThief Wine Shop & Bar is a relaxed spot to browse a wide, globally sourced selection, then settle in at the bar for a glass or tasting…
Thief Wine Shop & Bar
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