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DOWNTOWN. Bazil's maintains a special place in the hearts of Appleton residents. The decor is quintessential watering hole, with a narrow seating area flanked on one side by a stained-wood bar with a saltwater fish tank. Not only a great joint for a post-work cocktail or brew but also a wise choice for lunch – the deep-fried haddock plate and grilled burgers are just what the doctor ordered. Be sure to take a glance ceiling-ward before you leave – long-time regulars have colorfully decorated the panels with magic markers. A friendly place to hang out and rub elbows with locals.
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DOWNTOWN. Billed as Appleton's "World Famous Cocktail Lounge," Cleo's is one of those quirky little nightspots you'll never forget having visited. The place is always decorated for the holidays – that is, all holidays, since the eclectic decor includes Christmas lights, Valentine hearts, plastic Santas, and jack-o-lanterns. Otherwise, this classic downtown lounge features a long bar, tall bistro-style tables, and a friendly staff and clientele who are quick to engage newcomers in chatter about current events.
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Clubhouse
333 W College Ave, Radisson Paper Valley Hotel, Appleton, WI 54912 · 920-733-8000
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DOWNTOWN. Billed as a "Pub of Sports," The Clubhouse offers Paper Valley guests and the downtown crowd a friendly setting where they can meet up, down some brews, and catch the big game. Although there are 17 TVs strategically spread throughout the place, most customers tend to focus on the 8'x11', 6-screen video wall behind the bar. As for food, patrons can order anything from Pizza Hut pies and Buffalo wings to burgers and Chicago-style hotdogs.
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Good Company
110 N Richmond, Appleton, WI 54914 · 920-735-9500
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DOWNTOWN. This quirky corner eatery and watering hole is one of downtown's favorite gathering spots, thanks in part to a rustic bar area decorated with trophy animals, hubcaps, and Packers' memorabilia. The main dining area downstairs recollects New Orleans with high arches and French Quarter-style architecture. Upstairs, the cozy attic-library showcases the owner's book collection – "He has thousands of them," joke the staff. The menu features a veritable "who's who" of American pub favorites, from classic double-cheese burgers and tavern-battered cod and mushroom-stuffed tenderloins.
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APPLETON. This large downtown bar spans three levels, and the upstairs "loft" doubles as a stage whenever bands play. Known for being downtown's top live music venue, Mill Creek is decorated with blues and rock-n-roll memorabilia, including posters of Howling Wolf, BB King, and John Lee Hooker. A dozen or so autographed instruments find a place as well. Great beer specials and the downstairs game room ensure that the place is busy even on nights when nobody's performing.
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Raven's
215 E College Ave, Appleton, WI 54911 · 920-364-9599
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DOWNTOWN. Urban and hip, this comfortable cocktail lounge on College Avenue is a terrific after-work watering hole for the downtown crowd. Chic, 1970s-era red couches and chairs offer cozy seating, and the sophisticated but low-key music and decor give the place an adult-friendly air conducive both to winding down after a day on the job or engaging in one-on-one conversation.
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APPLETON. Downtown's self-described "Tave on the Ave" sports a casual atmosphere and is popular with friends catching up and families grabbing a bite before heading to the Performing Arts Center. As far as food goes, burgers are Spat's specialty. Indeed, they serve up 20-plus different types, in addition to tasty items like crab-stuffed shrimp and center-cut chops. How's a Berlin Burger with kraut, Swiss cheese, and Spat's sauce sound? How about an Italian Burger with mozzarella and marinara sauce? The patio area, open when it's nice out, is a good place to sip a brew and watch College Avenue bustle with activity.
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KIMBERLY. More than just a place to feed your face and drink your fill, Tanner's features an indoor sports facility for volleyball, hoops, and roller-blading. It's located east of downtown in the cozy bedroom community of Kimberly, and offers a friendly, small town setting for those who want to catch a game on the tube. In addition to great prices on cold beer, pub fare (pizza, wings, fried fish, and nachos) is also available. During summer months, the back patio opens for those who want to hang outside.
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DOWNTOWN. Popular up and down the shores of the Fox River, The Bar on the Avenue draws in big crowds of 20-somethings, all of them looking to hang out with friends (or make new ones), finish off some brews and, maybe, watch their favorite teams on TV. In addition, The Bar also features DJs and occasional live entertainment, ensuring that it's THE place to see and be part of the scene every night. When late night munchies hit, be sure to check out the menu, which features wings, quesadillas, and a tasty ribeye steak sandwich.
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APPLETON. The Fox River Valley's Bar Family operates two locations around Appleton, one downtown and this one, which stakes a solid claim to the title of top place to watch sports. Inside, you'll find numerous big-screen TVs, ensuring that just about every nook and cranny has a clear line of sight to whatever game or match is on. Menu favorites, meanwhile, include the 1/3-pound Gravedigger Burger, Super Nachos, and Buffalo wings. In addition, the place is a popular summer hangout, thanks to four indoor and six outdoor volleyball courts (co-ed leagues play regularly). An added perk: the outdoor courts feature the Sand Bar, a full service bar.
About 10Best's recommendations for Appleton's Best Nightlife:
10Best's editors and local contacts have searched all over Appleton for the best places to find yourself once the sun goes down and have decided that these businesses represent the best Appleton, Wisconsin has to offer. Want to relax and unwind in Appleton? Let us show you the best places in town to do it!
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