Discover Appleton's Most Interesting Bars

Experience Appleton's welcoming Fox Cities bar scene with cozy cocktail lounges along College Avenue, relaxed riverfront patios near the Fox River, and lively craft beer taprooms showcasing Wisconsin brews. Discover neighborhood pubs with live music, refined whiskey and supper club-style bars, and cheerful game-day hangouts. Blending small-city charm, Midwest hospitality, and quality-forward drinks, Appleton offers laid-back nights, local flavor, and friendly vibes in Northeast Wisconsin.

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Olde Town Tavern

Olde Town Tavern is a classic downtown Appleton haunt with an enormous whiskey and bourbon lineup, retro games like cribbage and shuffleboard, darts, and laid-back vibes — perfect for relaxed drinks and friendly competition downtown.

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Ambassador

A cozy downtown Appleton lounge with inventive cocktails, craft beer & warm vibes — the perfect spot for intimate conversations, creative drinks and laid-back nights with friends.

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