BEER SHOP — Restaurant in Sparta

This hidden gem is a must-visit! Hard to imagine anyone rating this place less than 5 stars. The renovated mechanic-garage-bar exudes industrial charm, where every detail feels thoughtfully crafted with the community in mind. The retro signage instantly transports you to a simpler, mid-century era.

Set right on Wisconsin’s iconic Highway 16, it’s not just a bar, it’s a rite of passage for locals and travelers alike. With its garage doors wide open, you can sip a brew while soaking in the sweeping sunset views of the Coulees of the driftless region.

Inside, you’ll find an antique stop-and-go light, vintage motorcycles, and even turn-of-the-century safes that are too massive to move. Not to mention, the welded metal art of a brew-enthusiast robot kid out front adds a quirky, fun touch. Pair that with free arcade games, a giant patio Jenga, and a resident cat named Haze (a clever nod to hazy IPAs), and you've got yourself a place full of friendly, come-as-you-are vibes.

The beer menu is local and carefully curated—offering a top-notch selection of hop-forward favorites and unique brews you won’t find anywhere else -truly. Whether you’re a craft beer connoisseur or just looking for a place to unwind, this timeless haven promises great company, unforgettable patio experiences, and the best...

We ordered two of their craft brews and knowing nothing of their brews we told the bar-keep to pour what he recommended. We sat at an outside table and each took two swallows of the beer and agreed they were so 'skunky' that we couldn't drink them. We returned them to the bar with two swallows missing and the bar-keep said, "Not to your liking"? We told him they were skunky and he replied, "Really?" and that was the end of it. He never once offered to replace them with something different so we just left with a very bad taste in our mouth for the "Beer Shop" bar-keep and store. CANNOT RECOMMEND to anyone unless they are...

I would give this place 4 stars if they had more domestic options. They had a lot of IPAs and brews but no "normal" choices but Miller light. I would bump it up to 5 stars if they had the fire going. Otherwise it was a nicely done remodel and it had cool concepts from when it was a mechanics shop. A small, down to earth bar with a nice bartender. We might try going back but I dont drink and my fiance wished they had more options. They do have a lot of local options that I'd never heard of before which is cool for people who like to try new things. My fiance likes his...