40 Best Bars near Okauchee Lake

“True Okauchee Classic (and Pet Friendly Too!) If you're looking for a local gem with soul, character, and cold drinks poured with a smile — Whiskey Waters is the spot. Tucked along the shores of Okauchee Lake and proudly serving the community since 2013, Whiskey Waters isn’t just a bar — it’s a staple. With its no-frills, come-as-you-are dive bar charm, this place captures the authentic spirit of Lake Country hospitality. The staff is friendly, the vibes are always welcoming, and you’re guaranteed to be treated like a regular whether it’s your first visit or your fiftieth. And here’s the best part for animal lovers — Whiskey Waters is pet-friendly! That’s right. You can sip a cold one lakeside with your four-legged best friend right by your side. It’s the perfect spot to chill after a walk, a boat ride, or a day at the lake. While they don’t serve food, what they do serve is a top-notch selection of drinks, an ice-cold beer lineup, and a laid-back atmosphere that’s hard to beat. Add in awesome service, great conversation, and some serious lake life energy, and you’ve got yourself a must-visit destination. In the summer, Whiskey Waters really comes alive — hosting multiple fishing tournaments, and turning into a true lakeside hangout for anglers, boaters, and barstool philosophers alike. The events they put on bring the community together, and their support for local traditions makes them a pillar in Okauchee culture. If you’re bar hopping the lake or just looking for that perfect neighborhood spot with stories in the walls, friendly faces, and tail-wagging regulars, don’t miss Whiskey Waters. It’s more than a bar — it’s part of the Okauchee heartbeat.“

“Stopped in out of the blue last night and the food was AMAZING. The bartender was super friendly. The place has great vibes. We will definitely be back!“

“Great location with wonderful staff.“

“Have been going to Woody's since August 2021. Friendly staff, and great selections on the menu. Location is great for people who like to ride motorcycles, bicycles or car. Located on HWY 83 and routes to many other contry roads. My personal favorites are the burgers or cracked chicken. Everything is good no matter what you order.“

“Lot of history there check it out“

“Quintessential dive bar. It’s on a stretch with a few other bars by the lake… This is the one where you’ll feel at home right away.

With any luck, you’ll be able to play the pony game instead of bar dice.

Drinks are cheap and service is great!

Kid-friendliness: Not really

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes“

“Boston was amazing, attentive and just a sweet person. Will be coming back!“

“Great drinks, great music ! You still got it Pat Geenen!“

“Came for a fish fry and we weren't disappointed. I love the laid back atmosphere. Salad bar and clam chowder were awesome! We were basically full before our food came out but saved a little room for a few bites. I had the coconut shrimp which was delicious. My boyfriend had the perch. We heated up the left overs in the oven the next day and they were still great! We will be back!“

“This was our first visit to Winger's. We actually were in and out of there three times over the weekend. MASSIVE bar, really great design. We were there earlier in the day and then came back an hour or so prior to the annual Christmas parade. The place was a madhouse but the staff never stopped moving and worked their tailfeathers off! Clean, Dive-ish place. We will definitely go back when we are up North again.“

“Good lunch today 1st timer will be back best old fashion's thank you Amanda.Cassie we know where to find you ❤!“

“Tried Sullivan's for the first time ... and also the last time. Very disgusted with the food and service. Waited 20 to order the broast chicken and then 50 minutes to get the food. Where to begin.... fries soggy and cold. Coleslaw was warm and the chicken, small and cheap. . over cooked, dried out and breaded coated with all the crap from the cooking oil in the fryer. This is because the staff is too lazy to clean the fryer. Nothing was edible. Even the chicken wing was nothing more than a chunk of breading the size of a chicken nugget with a couple bones. I would not even feed this to my dog. Waitress made nothing but excuses, would not get the manager. Quite sure no one from owner or management will care nor ever read this. Was this the quality and the best you can do ???“

“Happy hour 3-6 Monday-Friday.“

“Chrissy rocks! This is always my go to when I need a night cap. Best place in Dousman WI! I love this bar <3“

“We had a private event here for a bridal shower and it was the perfect space! It was extremely affordable, and the bar tenders there were so nice/accommodating. We basically came in and took over the whole place with decor while they happily played the music we wanted. I would 10/10 recommend this place for an event or for just cocktails with friends.“

“Tammy that was the bestest greeting i have ever rcvd!!!! much needed! bar looks great...friendly crowd...next time we plan it better😎😎😎“

“Awesome experience at vino had a blast great live music I left my card here one Saturday and I called and they picked up right away defiantly coming back to jam out to more music they have a lower floor for games and stuff thx vino for a great “

“This place is amazing!! Friendly staff all around the place! Food is incomparable to anything else! Was there for our anniversary and definitely the right decision. This is the second time we’ve been there and we will continue to go.“

“Great Food and Awesome service.“

“Mobley burger is a favorite of mine, as well as the cheese curds!“

“First time hereJenny was amazing and professional gave me recommendations...came here after an event and when we saw chocolate chip pancakes we were sold ... The atmosphere based on appearance never occurred to me that this would be a grill it has that tense 1880s bar saloon vibe. All jokes aside. the menu is simple and not complicated the food is exceptional the black frog grill is quite the beaute“

“It's always a fun time and is a great place to relax and hang out!“

“I was in town for a training over the weekend and was told about the Friday Fish Fry at the American Legion. I am a Legion member and decided to check it out. You will get no better service, atmosphere, food, or drink! This post made me feel right at home for the entire evening made me glad I stopped in and gave me pride in that veteran community! They are an open post so anyone can partake, but do not miss out on this great gem!!!!“

“First time here last night. We've been wanting to go for a while, finally got a date night.

We were impressed with everything! From the outside, you would think it's just another unassuming lake bar restaurant in Wisconsin. Inside, they nailed the Cajun and Creole vibe. It looks and sounds like you stepped into a New Orleans Jazz bar, but it's not tacky. The music matched the vibe. We sat outside the patio on a nice cool evening.

I struggle to remember our server's name, but she was fantastic! Had strong recommendations and was decisive on helping us choose our best meals. We had the appetizers of blackened crawfish and crabcake (delicious sweet mango salsa with an almost syrupy sauce).

For entrees I had the redfish special with whipped sweet potatoes and collard greens, my wife had the Honey Salmon over Asian slaw. Absolutely enjoyed them, every bite.

For dessert we had the giant piece of death by chocolate (with ice cream recommended by our server) and some dessert martinis. The cake was large enough for 3-4 people easily but we demolished it. Extremely rich and dense, just like you'd want it.

Cocktails throughout we had each had the pineapple margarita to start, then I had the blackberry almond whiskey sour (perfection) and my wife had a raspberry mojito.

We will be back. Thanks for a great night!“

“Don't be fooled by the name. I'm rating this for what it is, a basic dive bar restaurant and they do it well. Easy to find. Plenty of parking in the rear lot. Stopped in on a Friday afternoon and it had a handful of locals there to eat and watch sports on one or more of the many TV's. Food was good, beer was cold and they were running several food specials. Bar tender was friendly as well as prompt. I will stop again when in the area.“

“They have amazing food and excellent customer service. everyone is so nice there“

“The staff is amazing. Always welcoming and love ❤️ coming almost every Friday night!“

“We dined here last night. Starters were the calamari and cheese curds (it’s Wisconsin after all) both were excellent. Specials were the impressive Waghu tomahawk steaks which were ordered with the blue cheese topping(an extra charge but so worth it if you are a blue cheese lover) and Waghu flat iron steak which is served with a Demi glacé. It was ordered medium rare and was cooked to perfection with a slightly crisp crust and soft pillowy medium rare inside. I can’t say enough about that steak. One of our party had the South African lobster tail special and it was a show stopper. We also had the petite filet from the menu and it arrived perfectly cooked and flavorful. Sides were lobster bisque and mushroom truffle soups and you will not get any better soups anywhere on the planet in my opinion. Dinners come with your choice of starch garlic mashed or Parmesan au gratin potatoes. The Parmesan potatoes are the perfect blend of potato to cheese sauce. We also had an order of Brussels sprouts which were nicely cooked just the right amount of time with some snap to them and well seasoned. Our service was excellent. If you want a flawless amazing dinner experience that is not a large chain this is the place to go.“

“Excellent fish fry!! Great portions!“

“Amazing staff, food and drinks!! Be careful the chicken sandwhiches are addicting and definitely the best in the area!“

“First time at Zesti, for my birthday and we will be back as a regular in the rotation for sure. The menu is diverse and nicely different than other restaurants. A great choice of pastas, salads, beef, pork, chicken, seafood, pizza and deserts. Full choice of beverages with a great wine list and a surprisingly inexpensive evening! Also, Brandon was our server and did a great job explaining dishes and taking care of us in a very casual, friendly way. Thanks Chef Feker and crew!“

“We celebrated the holiday in the lower-level room at Kim's, and it was a fantastic experience! From our planning discussions to the time we enjoyed together, everything went smoothly. Kim truly excels at hosting gatherings. The food was perfect, and the room was spotless and modern. Thank you!“

“Been going there for years and the food is awesome but our last visit this past weekend was not that good I don’t know if it’s because of a different cook that we saw but my wife chicken salad the chicken was really dry and even with extra salad dressing it was still dry and I had the cheefSandwich and the Sauce for dipping had no flavor to it and that was usually the best part of the sandwich. Just leaving this message in hopes that management fixes the issues because normally We really enjoy their food.“

“Absolutely amazing workers and management!!! Cooks mixed up mine and my bf sirloin liking and I'm not a fan of bloody meat. The manager was called over and he got me a new one. I was just expecting the sirloin but no he came out with all the sides that came with it and boxed it up for me. Our waitress was amazing and very understanding and very polite and told me it was okay as I am not one to complain about my food!!! Totally will be back and recommending this place!!!“

“The chips and dip appetizer is phenomenal. Staff was really nice and friendly with smiles on their faces which I found pleasant. I have cooking experience at multiple restaurants so I would honestly say that I believe personally their food is a tad bit slightly over fried for me, nonetheless it is very delicious. Recommended.“

“Beautiful, relaxing place even when it’s busy. Cocktails are very nice on and off the menu! Cheers!“

“We have been to Lucky Chuckys a few times. Great food. The service is not good. Issues were taken care of but should not have happened in first place…quality control. Need better training. Tried giving it a few chances but probably won’t be back. Service to us is very important. So many other places to go that have good food but if service is bad.“

“I have an honest question for the owner(s). I've been here three times with my family and love it. My daughter is interested in working here. It appears that the bartenders and servers are models. Do you have to submit a portfolio when you apply? Also, how old do you have to be to be a server? She's not old enough to bartend.
Thanks.“

“Friday fish fry was delicious! And Kelly the bartender was amazing. New to the area and we will definitely be back!“