Island Bar & Grill

Fort Atkinson, W7545 Blackhawk Island Rd, Fort Atkinson, WI 53538, United States | ★ 4.7 (841 Review)

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Waterfront family friendly bar and restaurant on the Rock River in Fort Atkinson, WI

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Stephen j Carrel

★ 4

Great Spot on the Rock River, with Great food and live Music outside, on the weekends

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Tami Wollslair

★ 1

Ordered the prime rib sandwich with no sauce and cheese. It came smothered and I told the waitress and she did nothing, husband did not eat it, still got charged the whole $16. My food was only edible.

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Eugene Bell

★ 5

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James Crowell

★ 5

Awesome food. Always a band. Attentive staff. On the Rock River. Very clean, and a new parking lot, with a boat launch.

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Terri Maciuszek

★ 5

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Christine K

★ 4

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Angel Garzaro

★ 5

The Prime Rib they serve on Saturday's is great.

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Katie Kammer

★ 5

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Volk Revel

★ 4

Nice place. Will be back

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Alan Pangelinan

★ 5

All around great service and food...Awesome music venue

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Ed Sandner

★ 5

Great food and service.

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Jeff Margenau

★ 3

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Amy Anderson

★ 5

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James Bromfield

★ 4

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rob m

★ 5

Was there for fish on Friday. The baked was great. Hannah was a great waitress. Nice spot on the river.

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Amber Vaughn-Belken

★ 5

Beautiful river spot with delicious food and live music! Get the boom boom sauce.

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Jenna Schuster

★ 5

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Mr. Nice Christian Dude

★ 5

Kevin. Was a great cook!!!

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Tammy Anderson

★ 1

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sagging zebra 2

★ 5

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Eric Brooks

★ 5

Yummy, great service

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Matt Lovell

★ 5

Wow! What great food and good prices! Parents and 3 kids got out of there with two appetizers (an awesome huge pretzel, and tasty cheese curds) and meals for $100. Youngest kids enjoyed the mac&cheese bites, older kid had the Whiskey burgee with regular fries (I tasted it and it was phenomenal-better than a similar Red Robin burger), I had the fried cod (it was Friday) and that was so good, and my wife had Chicken Ceasar wrap with sweet potatoe fries. Not one thing made us say "Eh, that's alright." Everything was perfect. Great outside atmosphere next to the river with a great selection of music. No, I don't work here or own the place...it was just that great of a first time there. If only we had a boat to pull up to the dock next time we are there.

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Penny Lundgren

★ 2

One hour and ten minutes to get food. During that time our server never returned to the table to ask if we wanted another beverage. Fish was good. Music good. Very Clean.

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Robert Schuett - Freight Patrol LLC

★ 4

Food is always good

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Jessica Johnson Luke (Jesse)

★ 5

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Sandy Randall

★ 5

Great food and drinks

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The Coaster Nerds

★ 5

I love this place. Been coming Island Bar & Grill: Where the Beer is Cold and the Vibes Are Hot 🍻🔥

If Jimmy Buffett and Guy Fieri had a baby and raised it on a pontoon boat—Island Bar & Grill would be its daycare.

First off, the food? Next level. I ordered a burger so juicy it had me questioning all my past relationships. The fries were crispier than my ex’s texts, and the cheese curds? Let’s just say I’d trade my left shoe and half my dignity for another basket.

The music? Absolute bangers. I walked in and immediately felt like I was in a summer montage. By the second chorus, strangers were singing together like it was karaoke night at Margaritaville. I don’t know if it was the band or the rum runners, but I almost proposed to a bartender named Chad (shoutout to Chad for politely declining).

Now let’s talk about those views. Water as far as the eye can see, sun shining like it’s getting paid by the hour, and boats pulling up like it’s a VIP club for people who own Yeti coolers and questionable American flag swimsuits. Honestly, if your sunglasses aren’t reflecting lake light while sipping a Tingala cocktail, are you even living?

And the staff? Angels in tank tops. Quick with a drink, quicker with a joke, and somehow always smiling—even when some guy in a flamingo shirt (me) asked if they served deep-fried pickles in the shape of Wisconsin. (They don’t, but they should.)

Final verdict?
Island Bar & Grill isn’t just a bar. It’s a state of mind. A lakeside, beer-in-hand, cheese-curd-in-mouth, sunburn-on-your-nose kind of paradise. 10/10, would lose my flip-flops here again.

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Nicole Ragan

★ 4

Nice place to dock the boat. Very warm inside.... AC didn't seem to be working. Also has outdoor seating. Took a very long time to get our food. The food was good once it arrived.

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Shar Hermanson

★ 4

Fun stop on Lake Koshkonong

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kurt markham

★ 5

Great place near the water. Tasty burgers

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Rebecca Lynn

★ 5

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Alan Schauer

★ 5

I stopped by on a sunny Saturday afternoon in July and had a fantastic experience. The weather was beautiful, a great band was playing, and boats were cruising by—such a fun, lively atmosphere. I ordered the salmon, which was fresh and delicious, and the prices were very reasonable. Highly recommend, and I’ll definitely be back!

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Mark Anderson

★ 5

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j Carey

★ 4

Very nice riverside bar & restaurant

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Karen Runyard-Garrity

★ 5

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Debra Okrzesik

★ 3

Went to jam night. Don't understand why there are breaks in the music when there are artists waiting to preform.

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Scott Rowe

★ 5

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Tom Vigdahl

★ 5

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Karen Knipfer

★ 5

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Karen Rivera

★ 5

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Laura Orourke

★ 5

Was a great little find for a Monday when most places are closed. Everything was excellent! Great little hidden gender on the water!

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randy Johnson

★ 5

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Connie Cashmer

★ 4

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Beth Droster

★ 5

A friend and I stopped here for food and drinks and really enjoyed their $6 appetizers on Wednesday! The service was great, the food was great and the drinks were awesome.

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claire johnson

★ 5

Had a poor experience at Thirsty Whale and decided to head to Island Bar & Grill. The service was fast and their team was very patience when we placed a 8 person take out. The young woman server/host with blue eyeliner was super helpful and great- everyone was happy with their food!

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G&B

★ 5

Great spot to catch some live music and food on the patio.

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Jeff Bierman

★ 5

Had the bluegil tonight, excellent yummmm , ill be back

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Skyblet

★ 1

Good 👍

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Denise Streeter

★ 5

Cute local bar, good food and service.

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Weez

★ 5

A fantastic place for some fantastic drink, food, atmosphere and music! Our first stop with friends from out of town, fish fry and relaxation!

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1dgabel

★ 4

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Dave Hall

★ 5

Love this place, great music, food and service. go by car or boat, you won't be disappointed

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Keri ellefson

★ 5

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Orlando R

★ 5

Love this place.

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thomas taylor

★ 5

Very nice and friendly place

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Mike

★ 5

We sat out on the patio and listened to friends playing on the band stand. Nice secluded location on the Rock river. Great service and tasty, light fare along with our drinks!

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Ivy Barrels

★ 5

Love the view and the live music

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Allen B

★ 4

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Rodney

★ 5

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Daniel Knebel

★ 5

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Garret Witterholt

★ 4

Sunday specials for service folks is at 6 till close.
But cheap apps whenever.

Be aware my fellow service folks.

Good clean place

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Brad Kammerer

★ 4

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Cindy Keller

★ 5

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Azzy

★ 5

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Jane Luxem

★ 5

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Derrick Pett

★ 5

Had a great time went out for food and drinks. Ends up, they were having a meat raffle. They had some great prizes. This wasn't a that day picture, but a couple of days after. I'll definitely return, and for the summertime, can't wait to go see a band out there.

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Amber Saiia

★ 5

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Scott Dalton

★ 5

Nice place been there a couple times never disappoints awesome view great food

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Mark Bidlack

★ 5

Bartender was EXCELLENT and funny!! She made the stop well worth the trip!! First time there,didn't eat but did check out the menu and the food looked good and will definitely be coming back!!

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Roy Betz

★ 5

Have to love a great time at the Sunday Funday meat raffle!!! 1:30 start

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Denise

★ 5

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Cooper Webb

★ 5

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Teresa

★ 5

We had a great time at the Sunday meat raffle!

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Chet Larson

★ 5

Great place with the newer owners (last 3 years I believe). Fully remodeled and the food is great.

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Erik Hoffman

★ 5

Great bar and atmosphere! Live music every weekend in the summer. Specialty bucket drinks!

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Lisa Losianowycz

★ 5

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Rene Rivera

★ 1

Food was cold

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Tim Hawley

★ 5

Great place to stop on the river!

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Mark James

★ 5

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Beth Wendt

★ 5

Always excellent. Have the giant pretzel!!

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M

★ 5

Great service and great food! Awesome location!!

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Kelly A. Kline

★ 5

Wonderful spot 👌 fantastic service 👏 live music and dockside boat parking! Stellar!

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April P

★ 5

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Erin Rossini

★ 5

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Rudy Wegner

★ 5

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Yolanda Schultz

★ 5

We always have good service and awesome food when we stop in! Super busy tonight, but the staff did great!

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Jim Papen

★ 5

This is a fun place to hand out, drink some beer and enjoy their food, and let's not forget the music.

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Danilo Korac

★ 5

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Rose Otis

★ 4

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steve g

★ 5

Lucky to have this place so close to me - my favorite all around spot period.

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Elizabeth Secrest

★ 5

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Betty Huff

★ 4

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Dan Elmore

★ 5

Great place along the Rock River! Everything is top-notch. The outdoor porta johns were spotless!

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Alicia O'Connor

★ 5

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Gwanny Tjoa

★ 4

Nice place by the water. Food was good and came out quickly.

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john zawlocki

★ 5

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Joseph Friberg

★ 5

Great bar friendly service and good band

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Travis Paulsen

★ 5

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Joyce Bouton

★ 5

Always such a fun time listening to music on the outdoor stage while enjoying a few ice cold beverages. Love the food and the staff

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TheFlojackson

★ 5

I really enjoyed this little spot .it's a cozy off the beaten path place and dining outside on the water was nice.

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Sandy Olson

★ 4

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melanie mccarthy

★ 5

Great food, fantastic service. We love the atmosphere when we sit outside. Highly recommend.

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Eileen Remlinger

★ 5

Went on a Thursday night for their Rib special. Oh wow they are delectable! So tender and tasty! You must try these!
Went back on Friday for Fish Fry - also yummy!

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David Adler

★ 5

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Renee Keidl

★ 5

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Tom H

★ 5

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Brian Beierle

★ 5

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Ben Wisniewski

★ 5

Great burgers

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Daniel Meyer

★ 5

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Maddy Mueller

★ 4

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Utawawea S

★ 3

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Jess Ehlers

★ 5

Jenessia was very attentive, friendly, and quick! Great place to visit, even with kids.

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Michelle Ebbert

★ 4

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Brandon Martin

★ 5

Really good bbq ribs (the meat was falling off the bone), and they have a stage on the lake for live music. The only drawback is that the area floods from time to time.
I strongly recommend you to go to this restaurant.

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Gary Schmidt

★ 5

Monday Taco Night was great! Efficient and friendly staff made the experience perfect.
Great place to have dinner on Lake Koshkonong.

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Rippstick Boom

★ 5

Such a great place and live music outside was awesome,right on the water!!

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Glenn Vosberg

★ 4

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Donnell Shaw

★ 3

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Scott Lawrence

★ 5

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Amber Valley

★ 3

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Dave Payne

★ 4

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Stacey Fischbach

★ 5

Everything was great, cool place to hang

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Kevin Her

★ 5

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Bud Booth

★ 5

Great place to stop on the lake for food and drinks. Definitely one of my favorites! Christa does a great job providing a wonderful experience for her customers!

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Ed Wood

★ 5

Meat raffles were great fun!

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Sheridan Gillis

★ 5

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Teresa Verity

★ 5

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Darryl Jewett

★ 5

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Rita Norek

★ 3

Fish was OK. Sweet potato fries were alright. The pretzel was deep fried and very weird.

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Melissa zipse

★ 4

Food was good but didn't have a large choice since I have seafood allergies. Prim rib sandwich was awesome.

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bruce kienitz

★ 5

Fun place to hang out and enjoy the Rock River.

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Cheryl Langlois

★ 3

Limited menu...cold food and dining room was very cold. Sorry will not return.

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Jane Anderson

★ 4

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Vern Riedel

★ 5

Neat place to eat. Good bar food. I had the prime rib sandwich. Very tasty. Waitress very nice and pleasant.

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Steven Lawrence

★ 5

Great food and drinks try the big pretzel it was wonderful.

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Julia Leach

★ 5

Dana was amazing and me and my friend Randy had wonderful time there! Great food!

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Katye Long Chwala

★ 5

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Kriss Ross

★ 5

One of the best fish frys in the area, with great music during the warmer months.

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Kathy Murray

★ 5

Cold, beer, great burgers, and excellent live music! Great Sunday afternoon, give it a try!

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Krystal Loebsack

★ 5

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J. Merkt

★ 5

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Tracy Jones

★ 5

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Thomas Darling

★ 5

Awsome place to eat and enjoy music on the river

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Kim Johnson

★ 5

Steak bites are incredible! Entertainment and atmosphere are so much fun!

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Tabatha Edwards

★ 5

We come here sometimes for a group dinner with a few friends. We have always had a good experience here with both the food and service. Good prices as well.

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Jose A. Trejo

★ 5

First time here,
Is Saturday afternoon.
I ordered the prime rib special.
It was outstanding... very tender, delicious to the last bite.
I'll be back!!!!
To try other dishes..
Check this place as soon as you get a chance.
Fantastic service.
Place is right at the Rock river's edge.
My wife ordered the brisket sandwich, it was big. She really enjoyed it.
Thank Island Bar.

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john Jacobs

★ 4

Nice place, well be back to visit! Live music too!

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Victor Conkle

★ 5

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Ron Strohbusch

★ 5

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Stanley Rockwood

★ 5

Awesome place.

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Keith Hulen

★ 4

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Katie Van Gheem

★ 4

Disappointed in the service tonight. They did not tell us about the taco bar special and forgot about our appetizer until we reminded them 20 min in. Also, the steak bites were over cooked. Usually go on the weekends

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My Agent Susan

★ 5

Great atmosphere, on the rock River! Had the steak bites and coconut shrimp Excellent!!

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Kim Shannon

★ 4

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Kyle Schwartz

★ 5

Great atmosphere! Great Food!

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xx yy

★ 5

Good food, nice atmosphere, very friendly staff. Had a great time.

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Jason Prosise

★ 5

While visiting Lake Koshkonong for the first time we were directed to the Island Bar and Grill for a meal. Soo glad we headed that way. The food and service were incredible and the live entertainment was awesome.
We had vehicle issues while visiting and the staff went over the top in accommodating us, getting us to our hotel for the night, and repairs the next morning. Really made the best what normally would have been a pretty bad situation. Thanks soo much

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Erick Kuntz

★ 5

Amazing food and times by the River with live music and great drinks my best of best is the Brisket burger

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Scott Mordecai

★ 5

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Josh Zeh

★ 4

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Lydia Zeh

★ 4

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Lynne Sturtecky

★ 5

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Amanda S-B

★ 4

Really friendly, awesome fries, and indoor and outdoor seating, can also pull up in a boat to their docks

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Brian Nesthus

★ 4

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Terri Dubbelde

★ 5

Fun place, great staff

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Jamie Kilgore

★ 5

Perfect atmosphere. Live•music•stage just feet from the water•bank and docks.
Great location for camping, boating, 4wheeler, dirt•bikes, snowmobiling, ATV! Etc…
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Mike Yakich

★ 5

Nice atmosphere. Great outdoor seating area.

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Alma Spike

★ 5

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Jennifer Jeschke

★ 5

We love going here just for the atmosphere outside on the river, watching a band and some good grub too.

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Zoe Pillath

★ 5

Amazing service, great food, awesome atmosphere! We will be coming back. Thanks for a great time!

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A C

★ 4

It's a fun somewhat divey spot with live music and decent food. When it gets busy, it can be an hour or more wait for food, might take awhile for the server to get to you for refills, but they're hustling so it's understandable!

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H Derose

★ 5

Stopped here for dinner. Great food, band, and rum buckets. Lots of outdoor seating, and a tiki bar outside. Had a great time!!

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Amber Wardall

★ 5

The best service and best food around town!! Tiki bar and music is wonderful on the weekends!!

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Brooke Phillipson

★ 5

This place is amazing and christa and Lindsey were so fun!!

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Sydney Huber

★ 1

Food isn’t bad, but very pricey. Service is sub par. Band was good, but very loud. Do give the pretzel a 5 star. Parking not good.

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chloe crane

★ 5

Great bar with an even greater staff! Highly recommend for stops on the boat and live music!

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Joelio Pro

★ 5

Great food and a great band 90s Alt band the day before the 4th of July. Good time!

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Shelby Nordness

★ 5

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Tammyzzz Z

★ 4

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Edwin Moen

★ 5

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Christina Miller

★ 5

This place is great!! Food is amazing! Definitely try the pretzel!! Get the second cheese with it! Right by the river...enjoy a few cocktails!

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Elizabeth Lutrell

★ 5

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Jake Zaemisch

★ 1

Very slow service and waitress was rude. Asked for our side salads and she rolled her eyes about it. We ordered 2 burgers and a prime rib sandwich and it took 45 minutes to get our food on a Sunday evening. Was not busy at all but very slow.

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Amanda Pete

★ 5

We were there for Roxstar yesterday and what a fantastic time. I would love to give a HUGE shout out to Our waitress Brooke who did any amazing job and was the sweetest thing. They were very busy yesterday and she always showed up to her tables with a smile. I’m sure all the girls are amazing but we feel very blessed to have had her as our waitress and we look forward to returning and seeing her again along with meeting some of the other girls! And the food? DELISH. That pretzel was pretty wild

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alex modic

★ 5

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Donald Krebs

★ 5

Just a great place to have a good time!

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Cindy Krebs

★ 5

Excellent atmosphere and great service 👍 👏

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James Kilmer

★ 5

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Elizabeth Asher

★ 5

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Richard “Rich” Gruber

★ 4

Hidden jewel. Off the main track but a nice change of pace. Live music a plus!

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Julie Ault

★ 5

Great little spot on the river.

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Jennifer Hunter

★ 5

Please be careful near the outside bar this summer, there's baby turtles cooking!

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Lee Verhagen

★ 5

Fun stop on the motorcycle. Large outdoor seating area, and there were plenty of servers around, so no waiting for service. There was a fishing tournament going on, so the sponsors' banners blocked the view on the river. Hopefully, that is a one-time deal, and they are not up permanently.

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Mary Harder

★ 5

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Eric Bahner

★ 4

We had a great time listening to Dan Lepien. Your waitstaff was impressive, food was great and it's great place to hang on a summer afternoon. The only dinger is there's no where to dance.

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Sandy Deegan

★ 5

Fun place!!

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Jason Cross

★ 5

What a fun stop. We were put on the Motorcycles all day and this little gem tucked away off the river was a nice addition to the route. Difficulty try the pretzel. We sat outside under an umbrella and enjoyed the food and weather.

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Jonelle Straube

★ 5

One of the bartenders is a little gruff to the other staff, but everything else was very good. Prices are a little high, but worth it.

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Jesse

★ 3

This place is pretty cool. Great place to sit next to the river, bird watch, and catch some live music on their riverside stage. I don't think their food is anything special, but it doesn't really need to be; come here for the awesome atmosphere and budget-friendly drinks.
Watch out for the geese.

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Dave Gillette

★ 3

A notch above a dive bar on the Rock River. Place was packed and service sucked. Took 2 hours to get our food.

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