Great place when open, but hasn’t been open the last 2 times we went during posted open hours
Cathy S.
BEWARE!!! Six of us stopped at this bar last night. We waited a while for drinks. Trying to make small talk, my sister complemented the owner on his bar. He got angry and turned vicious. His attitude continued to get worse. He was so belligerent that I walked out. Others were so shocked at his behavior they were shaking their heads in disbelief. He then kicked my sister out of the bar and then told my Mom to "get the f#*% out of his bar". She was just sitting there being quiet. My Mom was shocked! I can't believe he would talk to her like that after she said nothing. Please steer clear of this bar. Not a safe environment. He will never have to tell me to get the f#*% out of his bar because I will NEVER be back.
Cathy S
BEWARE!!! Six of us stopped at this bar last night. We waited a while for drinks. Trying to make small talk, my sister complemented the owner on his bar. He got angry and turned vicious. His attitude continued to get worse. He was so belligerent that I walked out. Others were so shocked at his behavior they were shaking their heads in disbelief. He then kicked my sister out of the bar and then told my Mom to "get the f#*% out of his bar". She was just sitting there being quiet. My Mom was shocked! I can't believe he would talk to her like that after she said nothing. Please steer clear of this bar. Not a safe environment. He will never have to tell me to get the f#*% out of his bar because I will NEVER be back. My husbands review: I would give this bar a zero if I could. Takes forever to make a drink one at a time while the rude owner/bartender intimidates customers. Liquor and wine bottles on the floor that he uses to serve people. Licking his fingers to grab napkins. State inspectors should check this place out. I won't be back.
Meghan Hupp
Great recommendations on wives, beers, and cocktails. Absolutely love the vibe.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Drew S.
This place is the best wine bar in Ozaukee County. If you like great wine, good people, and an excellent eye for ambiance, look no further.First time there and will definitely be back, they know exactly the vibe a wine bar needs and deliver.
Trent L.
I don't typically write reviews due to service issues, but rude and aggressive behavior is not acceptable. We tried to visit after summer sounds and the bartender yelled at us for no reason before we could even place an order. His erratic behavior towards us is consistent with what other reviewers experienced. I suggest avoiding this place.
Zach F.
Had an extremely confusing and super unpleasant experience at Ernie's. Came in around 8 on a Saturday night with four people already at the bar but no bartender. After waiting for about ten minutes, a guy emerged from the back and said, "what do you want." We ordered drinks but he apparently didn't like the way that I tried to order a classic Old Fashioned. I was told "don't call it that," "don't make that face" and eventually was told to leave. I was genuinely shocked and left without saying a word. A completely unreasonable reaction from an old, grumpy j****
Caryn W.
Recently had a very disturbing experience at Ernie's. I went in to order a drink, not sure what I did or said wrong to Ben, but was told I was ugly and to leave and never come back. We always make Ernie's one of our stops during strawberry festival and have never been treated like this. Later we talked to friends that had a similar experience with Ben that same day. They said they were called douchebags several times by Ben.
Jam Daly
Cozy bar with some nice drinks and cool hangout spot outside
Won't be going back after a disturbing incident there last weekend. The bartender, for whatever reason, verbally assaulted a young man with a baby. The man remained calm, but the bartender continued yelling and ordered the man to leave, several times. We finished our drinks and got the hell out of there. I only hope the child wasn't traumatized. Not a pleasant experience.
Mart P
Fun, friendly and a little quirky. As long as you’re not in a hurry (which you shouldn’t be if you’re going to hang out at a wine bar), it’s a great experience. Interesting and unusual selection of wines and plenty of options for creative cocktails.
Kim Bollmann
Have always loved Ernie's. Ben is a connoisseur of all things spirit-related. It's silly, but I love the pistachios. Also, they don't serve food, but you are welcome to bring some if you like. It's intimate, dimly-lit and cozy.
Carie F.
awesome local establishment in cedarburg. from the exterior it looks like just another dive bar, but the inside is that & so much more. the simple bar feels with chocolates & nuts on the table for snacking, but so much more with a great wine list & a number of great liquor choices. dimly light, wood bar & white table cloths, but also a very approachable "anyone welcome" flair where you could just hunker in and play a game. we'll be back!
Jasmine Kent
Best bar in Ozaukee County. Ben is running such a great business. Delicious wines, yummy cocktails and a nice beer selection. How can you say no to a bowl of pistachios and chocolates to top it off?
A real treasure.
Great place when open, but hasn’t been open the last 2 times we went during posted open hours
BEWARE!!! Six of us stopped at this bar last night. We waited a while for drinks. Trying to make small talk, my sister complemented the owner on his bar. He got angry and turned vicious. His attitude continued to get worse. He was so belligerent that I walked out. Others were so shocked at his behavior they were shaking their heads in disbelief. He then kicked my sister out of the bar and then told my Mom to "get the f#*% out of his bar". She was just sitting there being quiet. My Mom was shocked! I can't believe he would talk to her like that after she said nothing. Please steer clear of this bar. Not a safe environment. He will never have to tell me to get the f#*% out of his bar because I will NEVER be back.
BEWARE!!! Six of us stopped at this bar last night. We waited a while for drinks. Trying to make small talk, my sister complemented the owner on his bar. He got angry and turned vicious. His attitude continued to get worse. He was so belligerent that I walked out. Others were so shocked at his behavior they were shaking their heads in disbelief. He then kicked my sister out of the bar and then told my Mom to "get the f#*% out of his bar". She was just sitting there being quiet. My Mom was shocked! I can't believe he would talk to her like that after she said nothing. Please steer clear of this bar. Not a safe environment. He will never have to tell me to get the f#*% out of his bar because I will NEVER be back. My husbands review: I would give this bar a zero if I could. Takes forever to make a drink one at a time while the rude owner/bartender intimidates customers. Liquor and wine bottles on the floor that he uses to serve people. Licking his fingers to grab napkins. State inspectors should check this place out. I won't be back.
Great recommendations on wives, beers, and cocktails. Absolutely love the vibe.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
This place is the best wine bar in Ozaukee County. If you like great wine, good people, and an excellent eye for ambiance, look no further.First time there and will definitely be back, they know exactly the vibe a wine bar needs and deliver.
I don't typically write reviews due to service issues, but rude and aggressive behavior is not acceptable. We tried to visit after summer sounds and the bartender yelled at us for no reason before we could even place an order. His erratic behavior towards us is consistent with what other reviewers experienced. I suggest avoiding this place.
Had an extremely confusing and super unpleasant experience at Ernie's. Came in around 8 on a Saturday night with four people already at the bar but no bartender. After waiting for about ten minutes, a guy emerged from the back and said, "what do you want." We ordered drinks but he apparently didn't like the way that I tried to order a classic Old Fashioned. I was told "don't call it that," "don't make that face" and eventually was told to leave. I was genuinely shocked and left without saying a word. A completely unreasonable reaction from an old, grumpy j****
Recently had a very disturbing experience at Ernie's. I went in to order a drink, not sure what I did or said wrong to Ben, but was told I was ugly and to leave and never come back. We always make Ernie's one of our stops during strawberry festival and have never been treated like this. Later we talked to friends that had a similar experience with Ben that same day. They said they were called douchebags several times by Ben.
Cozy bar with some nice drinks and cool hangout spot outside
Restaurantji Recommends
Won't be going back after a disturbing incident there last weekend. The bartender, for whatever reason, verbally assaulted a young man with a baby. The man remained calm, but the bartender continued yelling and ordered the man to leave, several times. We finished our drinks and got the hell out of there. I only hope the child wasn't traumatized. Not a pleasant experience.
Fun, friendly and a little quirky. As long as you’re not in a hurry (which you shouldn’t be if you’re going to hang out at a wine bar), it’s a great experience. Interesting and unusual selection of wines and plenty of options for creative cocktails.
Have always loved Ernie's. Ben is a connoisseur of all things spirit-related. It's silly, but I love the pistachios. Also, they don't serve food, but you are welcome to bring some if you like. It's intimate, dimly-lit and cozy.
awesome local establishment in cedarburg. from the exterior it looks like just another dive bar, but the inside is that & so much more. the simple bar feels with chocolates & nuts on the table for snacking, but so much more with a great wine list & a number of great liquor choices. dimly light, wood bar & white table cloths, but also a very approachable "anyone welcome" flair where you could just hunker in and play a game. we'll be back!
Best bar in Ozaukee County. Ben is running such a great business. Delicious wines, yummy cocktails and a nice beer selection. How can you say no to a bowl of pistachios and chocolates to top it off?