We went there and stood at the bar waiting to place our order and were completely ignored, like eye contact avoided as they waited on the drunks sitting at the bar. We were told a couple times by one person they’d be right with us, but after about 20 minutes of this we left and went to Stolleys where we were greeted and waited on promptly. I hope the new management figures out that customer service is important. Wasn’t even that crowded that night
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 1
Kirstina Johnson
Stopped in for a quick drink and the bartender made me the tastiest margarita!
Service: 5
Kurt Flack
Amanda is the best bartender, we had a great time!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Panga Burger
Angela Broom
I didn't eat there. That's why I didn't rate the food, I wasn't meaning for it to look like the food was bad.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Ashley Stuart
First timer. Odd since I kayak all the time and have never stopped here when it's the only place on the lake. Busy. Great food. One of two vegetarian options. I wasn't a fan of the $9 guac and chips. The quac was served in a tiny cup you usually serve ketchup in. Way too small for that price. Veggie wrap was great!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Greg Cavaiani
We just watched the heartbreaking Bucks overtime loss. However, the atmosphere was electric, food was awesome and we were constantly checked on by staff and owners for more drinks and our food orders. So much fun.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amy Underberg
An absolute must try Bar!!!!The service was great. They were very accommodating, Friendly service I ordered the fish tacos and they were delicious food came out fast for how busy it was.Watched the Basket ball game in every direction. It's right on the Chanel of upper and lower Nemahbin lake off DR. Clean and friendly environment! 5+ stars
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Community Park Association CPA
Panga is under new ownership and it has it all!!!!! Amazing food, faster service, friendly environment. The new owners put a lot of work into the fixer upper.. we are looking forward to summer at are favorite lake bar.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Deb Baade
$4 for a plastic cup of tap Pabst??? Been going here for years and always felt their bar prices were high and I guess they just got higher with new owners
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 3
Olivia McGraw
Hole in the wall kind of place. Lots of locals and fast friendly service.
My first encounter with Panga Bar was to attend the Panga Polar Plunge on January 1st, 2024, on the rocky shoreline of Upper Nemahbin Lake. Jumping in groups of ten at 12:30pm. The event was so much fun here at Panga. It's somewhat organized from inside the bar area. You could make a donation to American Heart Society, or not. I only had a Bloody Mary drink here after the plunge. Delish! I like spicy, and needed a little something to eat after the 36 degree temp water. In my opinion, the service was fantastic considering how many (100+) people were there to eat and drink. This place was packed inside and outside. I was able to maneuver my way to the bar (thanks to many nice patrons who let me through the crowd), and order some drinks. The bartender was super sweet, quick to get my order to me, and made sure I had all I needed. There were 4 bartenders that I saw behind the bar at this event, all busy busy bees. This bar is on the lake, down off the frontage road, with many local lake customers. Its rustic. Don't expect anything fancy here. The locals are happy, and they welcome visitors. I'm going to find a night to visit this bar again, check what else they have to offer patrons, and I'll talk to more bartenders. I'm so glad my friend introduced this area bar to me, I will surely be back to check out the food, more drinks, and friendly chatter !! Meet me there ?!
Barb Fotsch
Super casual place on the water with picnic tables. Pork tacos were very good and reasonably priced. Service just okay but friendly enough. Dog friendly outside too !
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Pulled Pork
John B.
Used to love this place. Great vibe, good cocktails, nice staff, decent burger, fire pit and an awesome lake view. And to top it all off, allowed well behaved dogs outside. Enjoyed it often. 4-5 stars. Now, no more dogs. Sorry to see such a great spot for an afternoon change it's mind. If they had an issue, there are many ways to deal with it without banning all dogs. Such is life. Moving on to other more friendly places.
Ted Ryfiak
Nice bar on the lake with outside seating and great views of all the action on the water. Good selection of bar food and great waitstaff.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Panga Burger, Nachos, Fish Tacos
Chris S
Pros:-it's on a lakeCons:-it took 45 minutes for a couple wraps and a hotdog. it would have taken longer if I didn't go in to check on it, as it was just sitting on the counter-asked for an IPA and got a cream ale-bartender was vaping behind the bar - yikes.Sunday, July 9th, late afternoon
We went there and stood at the bar waiting to place our order and were completely ignored, like eye contact avoided as they waited on the drunks sitting at the bar. We were told a couple times by one person they’d be right with us, but after about 20 minutes of this we left and went to Stolleys where we were greeted and waited on promptly. I hope the new management figures out that customer service is important. Wasn’t even that crowded that night
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 1
Stopped in for a quick drink and the bartender made me the tastiest margarita!
Service: 5
Amanda is the best bartender, we had a great time!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Panga Burger
I didn't eat there. That's why I didn't rate the food, I wasn't meaning for it to look like the food was bad.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
First timer. Odd since I kayak all the time and have never stopped here when it's the only place on the lake. Busy. Great food. One of two vegetarian options. I wasn't a fan of the $9 guac and chips. The quac was served in a tiny cup you usually serve ketchup in. Way too small for that price. Veggie wrap was great!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
We just watched the heartbreaking Bucks overtime loss. However, the atmosphere was electric, food was awesome and we were constantly checked on by staff and owners for more drinks and our food orders. So much fun.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
An absolute must try Bar!!!!The service was great. They were very accommodating, Friendly service I ordered the fish tacos and they were delicious food came out fast for how busy it was.Watched the Basket ball game in every direction. It's right on the Chanel of upper and lower Nemahbin lake off DR. Clean and friendly environment! 5+ stars
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Panga is under new ownership and it has it all!!!!! Amazing food, faster service, friendly environment. The new owners put a lot of work into the fixer upper.. we are looking forward to summer at are favorite lake bar.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
$4 for a plastic cup of tap Pabst??? Been going here for years and always felt their bar prices were high and I guess they just got higher with new owners
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 3
Hole in the wall kind of place. Lots of locals and fast friendly service.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Veggie Wrap
Restaurantji Recommends
My first encounter with Panga Bar was to attend the Panga Polar Plunge on January 1st, 2024, on the rocky shoreline of Upper Nemahbin Lake. Jumping in groups of ten at 12:30pm. The event was so much fun here at Panga. It's somewhat organized from inside the bar area. You could make a donation to American Heart Society, or not. I only had a Bloody Mary drink here after the plunge. Delish! I like spicy, and needed a little something to eat after the 36 degree temp water. In my opinion, the service was fantastic considering how many (100+) people were there to eat and drink. This place was packed inside and outside. I was able to maneuver my way to the bar (thanks to many nice patrons who let me through the crowd), and order some drinks. The bartender was super sweet, quick to get my order to me, and made sure I had all I needed. There were 4 bartenders that I saw behind the bar at this event, all busy busy bees. This bar is on the lake, down off the frontage road, with many local lake customers. Its rustic. Don't expect anything fancy here. The locals are happy, and they welcome visitors. I'm going to find a night to visit this bar again, check what else they have to offer patrons, and I'll talk to more bartenders. I'm so glad my friend introduced this area bar to me, I will surely be back to check out the food, more drinks, and friendly chatter !! Meet me there ?!
Super casual place on the water with picnic tables. Pork tacos were very good and reasonably priced. Service just okay but friendly enough. Dog friendly outside too !
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Pulled Pork
Used to love this place. Great vibe, good cocktails, nice staff, decent burger, fire pit and an awesome lake view. And to top it all off, allowed well behaved dogs outside. Enjoyed it often. 4-5 stars. Now, no more dogs. Sorry to see such a great spot for an afternoon change it's mind. If they had an issue, there are many ways to deal with it without banning all dogs. Such is life. Moving on to other more friendly places.
Nice bar on the lake with outside seating and great views of all the action on the water. Good selection of bar food and great waitstaff.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Panga Burger, Nachos, Fish Tacos
Pros:-it's on a lakeCons:-it took 45 minutes for a couple wraps and a hotdog. it would have taken longer if I didn't go in to check on it, as it was just sitting on the counter-asked for an IPA and got a cream ale-bartender was vaping behind the bar - yikes.Sunday, July 9th, late afternoon
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 1