Crazy Train Saloon is exactly the kind of place that reminds you why Wisconsin bar culture is so great. I stopped in after a round of golf, and it felt like the perfect place to unwind with a Bloody Mary.
The atmosphere is about as Wisconsin as it gets—friendly bartenders, welcoming regulars, and even a dog casually roaming around the bar. It’s the kind of place where nobody is in a hurry and everyone seems to know each other.
Their Bloody Mary keeps things simple but effective. It came garnished with two olives and a pickle, plus the always-appreciated beer chaser. Nothing over-the-top, but sometimes that’s exactly what you want after 18 holes.
I didn’t ask what mix they use, and I’m not sure of the price since my generous drinking companions picked up the tab. What I do know is that it was a solid Bloody that fit the setting perfectly. Not every Bloody Mary needs a skewer loaded with half the refrigerator—sometimes a good drink, a cold beer chaser, and a comfortable bar are enough.
The Bloody Mary
• Spices/Flavor: Classic Wisconsin tavern-style Bloody Mary
• Fixin’s: Two olives and a pickle
• Chaser: Beer chaser included
• Presentation: Simple, traditional, and unpretentious
• Price: Unknown (thanks to generous friends)
If you’re looking for a place to grab a Bloody Mary after a round of golf, Crazy Train Saloon is worth a stop. The drink is good, the atmosphere is relaxed, and the friendly neighborhood vibe is exactly what makes local Wisconsin bars so memorable.
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