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Williams Bay, WI: Harpoon Willie’s

Posted: November 11, 2026 in Uncategorized
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Our next stop on our Lake Geneva hike took us to Williams Bay and Harpoon Willie’s Pub. This was a fun stop with great service, a lively atmosphere inside and a Bloody Mary that checked a lot of boxes. Sometimes the overall experience is just as important as what’s in the glass, and Harpoon Willie’s delivered.

The Bloody Mary

Mix: unknown

Fixin’s: Two olives and a salted rim.

Chaser: Beer chaser served on the side.

Presentation: A classic Bloody Mary with a salted rim and simple garnishes.

Price: Approximately $7 (unconfirmed).

Our Take: We really enjoyed this stop. The service was excellent, the vibe inside was fun, and the Bloody Mary itself was very good. A solid neighborhood bar experience and another worthwhile addition to our Wisconsin Bloody Mary adventures!

Fontana, WI: Chuck’s

Posted: November 11, 2026 in Uncategorized
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Fortunately, after our disappointing Bloody Mary at 240 West, redemption wasn’t far away! We discovered Chuck’s was open at 11 a.m. and it was just about that time, so we decided to pull up a stool and give Fontana another try before proceeding with our hike. This stop turned out to be a much better experience, with some nice touches that made all the difference.

The Bloody Mary

Mix: Sacramento Bloody Mary mix. The bartender asked whether we wanted it spicy or not spicy, which was a great touch.

Fixin’s: Two olives and a pickle.

Chaser: Mini can of Miller Lite.

Presentation: Simple, but had all the essentials.

Price: Approximately $8.

Our Take: Chuck’s was a pleasant surprise and a nice turnaround after our first stop. The Sacramento mix, customizable spice level and mini Miller Lite chaser made this a very enjoyable Bloody Mary. Sometimes it’s the little things that make the difference, and Chuck’s got those details right!