Posted on: 03 February, 2005
Author: Dennis Boyer - WisconsinGuide Magazine
Fish fries a ... ... the course of ... ... in ... for almost thirty years, I have sampled over a thousand fish fries. I found them in upscale private clubs and in spot Fish fries a Wisconsin samplerIn the course of collecting folktales in Wisconsin for almost thirty years, I have sampled over a thousand fish fries. I found them in upscale private clubs and in spots that were bare bones rustic. There are thousands more I havent seen. WisconsinGuide writer Samm Dowell has picked my favorite Mollys Grill in Black River Falls. Here are some others I find distinctive.*#10 Daves Whos Inn a young blue collar version of a fish fry/music club. 835 Indiana Avenue, Sheboygan.*#9 Dougs Grand View Inn classic northwoods spot with year-round outdoors sport enthusiasts. 22270 Highway 63, Grand View/Bayfield County.*#8 Longbranch Saloon hard by the Marsh country, filled with tall tales and tongue-in-cheek whoppers. Brings out an eclectic crowd. W1936 Eagle Road, Germania.*#7 Sportsmans Grill nestled in the east bank of the Mississippi River and a great place for soaking up river culture. Though not always available, the catfish platter is worth the trip. Highway 35, Ferryville.*#6 Lakefront Brewery lively German-style hall, with a family atmosphere. Old Milwaukee flavor! 1872 N. Commerce Street, Milwaukee.*#5 VFW Post 2312 solid Americana and plenty of living history. A great example of how fish fries build community. 1428 17th Street, Monroe.*#4 Green Lantern a retreat spot for visitors to the nearby Vietnam memorial at the Highground, the mood is quiet and the fare simple. Fish fry every day! 231 W. 7th Street, Neillsville.*#3 Hookers Resort lazy summers and cozy winters. Heard my first Norwegian joke here. Highway V, Poynette, on Lake Wisconsin.*#2 Titletown Brewing rail depot nostalgia, classy atmosphere, and delectable perch. 200 Dousman Street, Green Bay.*#1 Polar Bear Pub and Eatery farmers, construction workers, and card players. Closest fish fry to my farm, with warm proprietor Linda presiding. Highway 39, Linden. Dennis BoyerDennis Boyer, author of regional lore like Gone Missing: A Supernatural Tour of the Great Lakes and Snow on the Rails: Tales of Heartland Railroading, also compiled Great Wisconsin Taverns.For more on Where to go & What to do in Wisconsin, check out http://www.WisconsinGuide.com Source: Free Articles from ArticlesFactory.com