Hangouts, Bars & Saloons – WI
Wisconsin
Check out these suggestions for bars, hangouts and saloons in Wisconsin that are biker friendly. Ride on!
Lake Emily Inn, Amherst Junction, WI
About this hangout:
Biker friendly. Great bartenders, great burgers. Annual poker run always the 2nd weekend in August.
General Directions:
Take 161 North from Hwy 10. Approximately 2 miles up the road between Stevens Point and Waupaca.
Hog Cabin, Beloit, WI
About this hangout:
Rustic log cabin bar with outdoor volleyball courts, outdoor bar, friendly staff with bartenders that ain’t too hard to look at. Biker friendly bar.
General Directions:
Take Hwy. 51 North of Beloit to Co. Hwy. Q, turn west. It’s about half a mile to the Hog Cabin.
Willow River Saloon, Burkhardt, WI
About this hangout:
Willow River Saloon is a fun place to listen to some great music and races on the weekends and enjoy great conversation. Bikers and Race fans…. This is a great place to meet!!
General Directions:
Willow River Saloon is located approximately 8 miles Northeast of Hudson, WI on County Road A (near Willow River State Park).
Witt’s End, Caledonia, WI
About this hangout:
This is a true biker bar that has an area for bike-only parking when the snow melts. Owner rides, great bartenders, outdoor area/cookouts.
General Directions:
Hwy.G 3mi.East of I-94 in Racine County.
Barnstormers, Coleman, WI
About this hangout:
Barnstormers has a big deck, big drinks and great food. Our fish fry is awesome! There’s also a locally-owned gas station and grocery within a block of our paved parking lot.
General Directions:
Located 4 blocks north of Hwy 141 next to the “Pig”. Come up the ramp going north and turn right. Website: Barnstormersbarandgrill.com.
Shovelheads, Crandon, WI
About this hangout:
Patch-holder friendly and a true north woods biker bar! Thunder Rally 10,11 +12.
General Directions:
121 N Lake Ave. in downtown Crandon off Hwy 8. Phone: 715-478-2421.
Broken Spokes Roadhouse, Darien, WI
About this hangout:
The outside is completely coverd in murals. 2 acres of outside activities. Live music every weekend inside and out, gift shop, soon to be tattoo parlor on site. Hot bartenders and great food. Open 7 days a week.
General Directions:
From Milwaukee take I-43 south to 14 west. Broken Spokes is on the corner of Rt 14 and County Rd. M.
Knucklehead Pub & Grub, Eagle, WI
About this hangout:
AWESOME biker friendly bar!! Owners, Scott & Melissa are great people. Excellent bartenders & GREAT food. Knucklefest Labor Day weekend is also a great time!!! Check out their website!!
General Directions:
Hwy 67 in Eagle WI. Right across from BP gas station. 100 South Rd. Website: www.knuckleheadpub.com/.
Suhmer’s Saloon, Eagle, WI
About this hangout:
Plenty of bike parking, broasted chicken on Sunday, Prime Rib Dinner on Saturday, best burgers, reubens, wraps around. Motel rooms.
General Directions:
Just north of Hwy 59 (Waukesha Rd.) on Hwy 67 (Kettle Moraine Dr.) in Eagle WI. 201 Kettle Moraine Dr. Phone: 262-594-3006. Website: www.suhmerssaloon.com/.
Elkhorn Saloon, Elkhorn, WI
About this hangout:
Biker friendly, billiards, darts and real good bar food. First week in June they hold a 3-day Harley birthday bash with local bands, food, games and prizes.
General Directions:
Take Hwy 12 in Walworth County to Hwy NN exit west into Elkhorn to N.Lincoln St(Hwy 67). Go right to E.Walworth St. then go left to 9 E.Walworth St. Phone: (262) 723-9997.
Gas-Lite Tavern, Ellsworth, WI
About this hangout:
Home to the St. Croix Riders Round Barn Run in June and Chili Feed in Sept.
General Directions:
Between Prescott and Elsworth on Hwy. 10. W8945 US Highway 10, Ellsworth, WI. Phone: 715-273-4839.
Hitching Post, Fond du Lac, WI
About this hangout:
Every weekend features live hard rock bands and drink specials.
General Directions:
Hwy 151 east right off of Hwy 41. 765 S Military Rd, Fond Du Lac, WI. Right across from Fleet Farm.
Wild Breed Saloon, Franklin (St. Martins), WI
About this hangout:
Best and friendliest biker bar around Milwaukee. Owner is a member of HOG and has been a rider for over 30 years. They know what a biker wants. Karaoke on Friday nights, bands on (some)Saturdays. Open Jam at 3:00 PM most Sundays with FREE CHICKEN!
General Directions:
SW of Milwaukee near Hwy. 100 & Forest Home Avenue / Loomis Road. Website: /www.wildbreedsaloon.com .
Scuttlebutt Lounge, Greenfield, WI
About this hangout:
Biker owned and operated. Very friendly atmosphere, great pizza and staff. Outside deck. Bike-only parking or pull up to the door. Great Poker Runs.
General Directions:
Off of I-894, next to Frontier Auto, west side of 27th Street in Greenfield.
The Hardtails Saloon, Hortonville, WI
About this hangout:
Hardtails is a small biker bar located just west of Appleton,Wi. Cold beer, live music and great food!
General Directions:
Located on Hwy 45 North of New London Or take Hwy 41 to Hwy 15 South. 208 West Main Street, Hortonville, WI.
Hog House Saloon, Irma-Tomahawk, WI
About this hangout:
Hard core biker bar!! Great bands weekly… Bar & Grill, parties, women, pig roasts, runs and more. Lifestyle bikers ONLY! Open Daily 7am to 1am. If you haven’t been to Gush’s, You aint SH**!! ~~disclaimer~~ “” We do not guarantee your safety.””
General Directions:
17 to Lake St. Find the Burger King, We’re next door.
The Wildlife Refuge, Kansasville, WI
About this hangout:
Very biker friendly, more like a biker’s second home. Lots of outdoor space, great bartenders,always a lot of true bikers around. I love this place!
General Directions:
Hwy 75 just North of Hwy 11 about halfway between Union Grove and Burlington. Look for the big house that sits back in the trees. Nicely secluded on the West side of I-75. 3518 South Beaumont Avenue. MySpace page: www.myspace.com/thewildliferefuge
HogPen Tavern, Kaukauna, WI
About this hangout:
Awesome bar. friendly poeple. Nothing but true-to-life bikers. Owner Robert(Squeek)Fulcer is very big hearted and respects everyone. Was told the bar is leased by someone new, think it might now be called the Stagger Inn.
General Directions:
Kaukauna Wi. is located about 10mi. west of Green Bay. 220 Dodge St. Phone: (920)766-0178.
The House, Lake Geneva, WI
About this hangout:
Biker friendly bar. Blues bands on the weekends in the summer. Lots of bike parking.
General Directions:
Hwy 120 south out of Lake Geneva to County Rd BB. Go right 3-4 miles. The House is on the north side of the road. Ppone: (262)248-3631 or 3669.
Sunset Tavern Marina, Lake Koshkonong, WI
About this hangout:
Lakefront, biker friendly destination hotspot, on the north shore of Lake Koshkonong. Outdoor ‘Tiki Style’ beach bar. Longest pier on the lake. Burgers ‘BiG-as-YeR-HeaD’ & ‘Homemade Pizza’. Thursday’s ‘Bike Night’. Home of the Lake Koshkonong Motorcycle Ice Races as seen on TV. Preferred motorcycle parking.
General Directions:
Near Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin. At the Hwy. 26 & Hwy.106 intersection, take NorthShore Road 2miles to the lake. Turn on HighRidge Road and go 1/4 mile and you’re there.
The World Famous Buckeye Inn, Madison, WI
About this hangout:
Bunch a crazy sumbitches, now get yer ass down here an drink!
General Directions:
North on U.S. 51 from U.S. 12/18 to Buckeye Rd. East on Buckeye. The bar is on the left after the convenience store.
Club LaMark, Madison, WI
About this hangout:
Biker/Nascar bar on the corner of North Stoughton Road and East Washington Ave. in Madison Owner SA races a stock car and takes good care of the customers. Poker runs and rides every weekend when it isn’t snowing. Good food and great bartenders. A little on the small side but helps keep the riff raff in.
General Directions:
Next to Walgreen’s on the corner of East Washington and North Stoughton Road next to the Amoco.
The Hitching Post, Manchester, WI
About this hangout:
Great biker friendly place to stop for a cold one or get some grub. Inexpensive menu offers everything from chicken dinners to pizza. Live music and DJ’s. While you’re in the area stop down the road and say ‘Hi’ to Mac. His fridge is always full too.
General Directions:
Located off highways 44/73. Four miles west of Markesan, 10 miles northwest of Fox Lake.
Tailgators, Markesan, WI
About this hangout:
Great stop for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The race is always on on the weekends.
General Directions:
From Hwy 73 take s into Markesan. Stay on south past Margaret St. It’s on the right-hand side before Bergemann’s Auto Care.
Club 107, Merrill, WI
About this hangout:
Awesome food, sprits and atmosphere.
General Directions:
Hwy 107 east of Merrill city limits.
The Thirsty Fox, Milwaukee, WI
About this hangout:
All kinds of fun!.
General Directions:
I-43 north to Goodhope Rd. exit. Head west to Teutonia Ave. approx. 3 miles and turn right on Teutonia and it’ll be one mile on the right. Or, take I-45 north to Goodhope Rd. exit and head east to Teutonia Ave. approx. 7 miles. Turn left on Teutonia and it’s one mile on the right.
Headquarters, Milwaukee, WI
About this hangout:
Pool tables, darts, enclosed outdoor seating, food, and bands some nights.
General Directions:
Just one block south from Brown Deer Rd. on N. 107th Street. Phone 414-354-9302.
It Ain”t Heaven, Mukwonago, WI
About this hangout:
Great people, great drinks, bike shows, poker runs. Bands on weekends.
General Directions:
Hwy. ES and Edgewood Dr. – Take Hwy. 83 north off I-43 to Hwy. ES. Turn right(east)for about a mile and a half and it’s on the left at the top of the hill.
Mustang Shelly’s Roadhouse, New Berlin, WI
About this hangout:
Biker bar with poker runs, great homemade food and bands every Saturday night. www.mustangshellys.com.
General Directions:
I-94 north to I-894 west to Hwy 43 south to Moorland Rd. so to Moorland Rd. to National Rd. west about two miles on north side. 18540 W. National Ave. (185th & National). Website: www.mustangshellys.com/. Phone: 262.679.2221.
New Diggings General Store & Inn, New Diggings, WI
About this hangout:
A real general store / bar from 1828. Just like it was when the cowboys ruled. This is a biker friendly bar with great music Saturday nights and Sunday afternoons. There are three main buildings in town and one of them is a church. Worth the scenic ride. They have rooms to rent, clean and priced right. There is also some very scenic riding along the Mississippi River on either the Wisconsin or Iowa side. Makes a very nice weekend trip.
General Directions:
From Dubuque Iowa take Hwy 11 east to Hazel Green WI. Go straight across Highway 80. Hwy 11 turns into County W. Take it to the bar. From Galena take highway 84-80 into Hazel Green WI. Turn right onto county road W and take it to the bar. Website with map: www.newdiggs.com.
HotRodz Bar & Grill, Nichols, WI
About this hangout:
Bike parking right in front of the door, great food, great bartenders, three pool tables. What, you ain’t there yet?
General Directions:
From Appleton, follow Hwy 47 north approximately 17 miles then turn left on County Hwy F.
Roadhouse, Oak Creek, WI
About this hangout:
Biker friendly.
General Directions:
Hwy 241 South of Ryan Rd.( 27th and Ryan ).
Freday’s, Paddock-Lake, WI
About this hangout:
Great hamburgers and food. Daily specials. Bikers welcome.
General Directions:
Hwy-50 west of I-94 about 12 miles.
No Name Saloon, Prescott, WI
About this hangout:
The No Name Saloon is right where the St. Croix and Mississippi rivers meet at the Wisconsin-Minnesota border. It is also at the the first 17-mile mark of the auunual spring and fall flood runs. Bikers are more than welcome to belly up to the bar or stop along the river and get the blood flow back. Area people and the cops are good to us. Prescott also has annual car shows in September and isn’t far from the St. Croix Valley Riders Chili Feed location.
General Directions:
If you’re on Hwy 61, 2 miles north of Hastings, MN, or 20 miles south of St. Paul. Just turn east on Hwy 10 and about 3 more miles you’ll be in Prescott.
Spokes, Racine, WI
About this hangout:
Biker-themed bar. Classic motorcycles all around the dining room and bar. Fantastic hand-painted mural over the front door. Great full service restaurant with lots of comfort food. Very cold beer and friendly staff. Reserved motorcycle parking right off the bar with outdoor seating.
General Directions:
I-94 and Wisconsin RT 20. Exit 20 west about 1/8th of a mile on the south side of the street. Easy entry and exit. Gas station at exit. About 10 miles from Racine Harley Davidson.
Rusty’s Pub N Grub, Richfield, WI
About this hangout:
Free food on Sundays, 1:30 ’til it’s all gone. Poker run stop almost every weekend. Live music most Saturday nights.
General Directions:
North of Holy Hill Rd. or Hwy 175 in downtown Richfield, Wisconsin.
Slick Willy’s Bar & Grill, South Milwaukee, WI
About this hangout:
A stop off for the annual bike blessing held in Oak Creek, WI and also, a Milwaukee stop for the H-D anniversaries. We’re a biker-friendly bar with great food: tacos, steaks and burgers.
General Directions:
Traveling to or from Milwaukee, WI on I-94 get on Rawson Ave exit in and head east towards Lake Michgan. Go all the way to the end of Rawson Ave. and turn right on Hwy. 32 (10th ave.) by the Bucyrus-Earie plant,travel south for six blks. to Marquette Ave. Turn right and cross under the railroad bridge 1/2 blk. to 12th ave. turn right another 1 blk. to Slicks.
Broken Spur, Verona, WI
About this hangout:
A lot of (if we can say in a nice way) white trash trying to sing on Wednesdays. Most nights its TWO for the WORKING MAN, if the right kind of mood is in the air. Otherwise it’s one of the bigger dumps I’ve be in. In its own kind of way it’s still a hole, but you never know what might happen!
General Directions:
Its just behind where the pump was. From W. Verona Ave. go south on S. Main St and turn right on W. Railroad. 102 West Railroad Street.
Bunker, Waterford, WI
About this hangout:
Great deck, motocycle parking, Bloody Mary and a chaser on Sundays. Meat raffles in the fall on Saturdays. Great people and good bar food menu. Once you’ve been there you’ll want to go back. I met a guy that was on his way to Milwaukee for the 100th. He was from New Zealand and rode his Harley from California but, never got to Milwaukee because he liked the people around Waterford, especially the people at the Bunker.
General Directions:
East from Burlington WI, on 20(N) off of HWY 36 (you can see it from 36_. IKt’s right by the Burger King.
Sleepers Saloon, Waupun, WI
About this hangout:
Biker friendly bar. You can tell by the burnout marks on the floor. Great food and atmosphere!!
General Directions:
Hwy 26 on the south end of Waupun.
F & 8, Weyehauser, WI
About this hangout:
What could be better than 70s shag carpet on the ceiling mixed in with a few deer horns?
General Directions:
Hwy 35 North to Highway 8 east about 68 miles east, Highway 65 north to Highway 8 east about 47 miles, Highway 63 to Highway 8 east about 37 miles. Highway 53 to Highway 8 east 23 miles, Highway 40 to Highway 8 north 1 block, Highway 27 to Highway 8 west about 8 miles. Or the biker route (from western Wisconsin) Take Highway 35 north out of North Hudson to county road (CR) V, to CR E, to CR A, to CR G (south of New Richmond), to CR D to Highway 64 east to CR VV (Connorsville) to CR V to CR F to CR A (Prairie Farm) to CR U (Chetek) to CR F north to Highway 8 then east about 7 miles and north on Business 40!
4 Stools Short Part II, Wisconsin Rapids, WI
About this hangout:
Its about having a good time, shooting pool, throwing darts, drinking etc. On Thursday nights Stools offers Karaoke upstairs and usually throughout the year they have certain themes like a Cinco de Mayo party. You can wet your whistle mostly downstairs or upstairs if its open. And occasionally on weekends they have live and loud music from some pretty good bands.
General Directions:
4 Stools Short Part II is located in downtown Wisconsin Rapids on the strip.
These Wisconsin state biker-friendly bars, hangouts and saloons are based on first-hand observations submitted to HD Open Road. The next time you’re in the area, go check ‘em out. Do you have any suggestions of your own for good places to go in Wisconsin? Leave a comment with enough info on the place and we’ll try to work it in to the list!
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You can add Suhmer’s Saloon and Restaurant to your biker friendly bars. Plenty of bike parking, broasted chicken on Sunday, Prime Rib Dinner on Saturday, best burgers, reubens, wraps around.
Janis:
Thanks for the tip! I added your place to the list.