Speedway Inn Bar — Restaurant in Town of Brookfield

My wife and I drove past this place probably a million times. We always wanted to stop in. Well today was the day and I am glad we did! This place has been here what seems like forever, it has outlasted almost every other business on Bluemound Road. Like a tiny island on the Pacific surrounded by an endless sea of over commercialism they have prevailed! It is a well preserved piece of Brookfield history which I hope never fades away. I have read the other reviews of this old tyrant woman bartender, of which I had the pleasure of meeting. Sure she was salty and spicy, but what would you expect from someone who has been schlepping beers for 46 years! You have to appreciate this kind of old soul. I found her to be quite humorous and kind. I think she knew I appreciated her sense of humor. I think today’s generation has very thin skin and can’t handle any kind of negativity. Sad. If you are looking for a taste of what old Brookfield used to be, give this place a try. Inexpensive drinks, a nice selection of bar food and...

Stopping here on Sat night was a mistake. The woman bartender was pissed our group of 7 was there, and was visibly upset when we gave our order. We asked if they had bottles or cans of beer instead of the tap, this seemed to set her off. She scolded our group for asking. Upon ordering a tap beer, she poured it and slammed it down on the bar in front of me. I was thinking this was a joke. She then states to our group " Who's paying for these, I dont see anyone pulling out money" My friend asked her if she was "Ok", and she replied "No!" In his face. Later, we begrudgingly asked her if she would take our group photo, where she replied "No" She clearly didnt want our business last night. The only silver lining to yesterdays visit, was that our group had a story to laugh about at the next bar, reliving how badly she treated us. This bartender is clearly going through a midlife crisis or is a recovering narcotics addict going through withdrawals. Either way, we now know never to return here. We hope you go...

I second the sentiment of another review: "all hail the mighty Gail" (referring to the bartender). This classic neighborhood bar was the first and last awesome stop for a night out reuniting old friends. Gail the bartender served us ice cold tap beers and confirmed that my friend's lost jean jacket from a 1988 date at this establishment was long gone. He reported that the date was successful and memorable. Gail reported that there has been a bar at this location for 100 years but didn't recall how long it's been the Speedway Inn or how long she's worked there since (by her account) she's not into monitoring time. Fair enough. She was engaging and attentive. Many of the complaints in other reviews giving a vibe of childhoods with too many participation trophies. Be cool to the bartender and she'll be cool back. Will definitely return to this establishment. Thanks for the...