Inside Brown Baer bar in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin

Cold Drinks. Good People. Seriously Good Food.

Elkhart Lake's best-kept secret.

Est. in Elkhart Lake

Not your average bar.

Brown Baer doesn't fit a category — and that's the whole point. Our creative kitchen staff will throw you a curveball every time.  In our little lake Village near Road America with a walkable downtown, you won't want to head home anytime soon.

Located in Elkhart Lake, WI — where the lake is warm, the drinks are cold, and nobody's in a hurry.

Inside Brown Baer — eclectic decor and warm lighting

The Kitchen Doesn't Mess Around.

Dive bar atmosphere. Chef-level execution.

Our chalkboard menu has your favorite selections as well as daily specials.

Cordon bleu sandwich with chips at Brown Baer
Grilled chicken sandwich with slaw at Brown Baer
Raspberry cheesecake at Brown Baer
Spaghetti and meatballs with garlic bread at Brown Baer
Pecan caramel cheesecake at Brown Baer
Chicken gyro wrap with veggies at Brown Baer
French dip roast beef sandwich with au jus at Brown Baer
Burger with fries at Brown Baer

What People Are Saying

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Jeff Ross

August 20, 2026

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Mike Blaziewske

August 14, 2026

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Michael Stapleton

August 10, 2026

The best spot in town

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Joshua John

July 16, 2023

The Brown Baer is one of the best places to grab a beer downtown Elkhart Lake with an excellent tap and canned beer selection! Food is also fantastic!!

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Dan Annear

June 7, 2026

Nice selection of beer. Great place for a quick drink

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Rodrigo Rios

May 24, 2026

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Come Find Us.

181 E Rhine St, Elkhart Lake, WI 53020

920-781-2011

Hours

Monday4pm – Close
Tuesday8pm – Close
Wed – Fri4pm – Close
Sat – Sun11am – Close

Kitchen open until 9pm. Kitchen closed Tuesdays.

Brown Baer

Elkhart Lake's best-kept secret. Cold drinks, good people, and food that'll make you question every bar you've been to before.

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