Friendliness is like love – it’s a little hard to quantify, but you sure know it when you experience it. An old-school tavern in Wisconsin proudly stakes out this territory with the Old Style sign above the front door. The restaurant lives up to its name: Friendly Neighborhood Tavern. Is it one of the friendliest restaurants in Wisconsin? You’re welcome to find out in this establishment that offers a classic Wisconsin tavern experience.

Friendly Neighborhood Tavern is located in Portage, a charming city that’s the county seat of Columbia County. It’s an old town that grew up on an important portage route between the Fox and Wisconsin Rivers. Today, it’s a place where major highways connect.
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Portage is an easy drive from places like Milwaukee and Madison, and it’s also a great stop-off if you’re traveling through the area on Interstates 39 or 90.
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Portage is filled with classic old businesses, and one of them can be found on West Oneida Street, not far from the Portage Amtrak Station.
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The Friendly Neighborhood Tavern is the sort of haunt that’s becoming all too rare in Wisconsin. If you’re looking for a place chasing the latest trends, you might be happier elsewhere. But if you want good curds, this is the spot!
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You'll find a classic and welcoming experience here. The Friendly Neighborhood Tavern has all the tavern favorites, including some delicious burgers and a great fish fry.
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The tavern is popular with locals, but everyone is welcome, and its great food is served up by a very friendly staff. Stop in and join the fun!
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Learn more about this classic Wisconsin tavern on the Friendly Neighborhood Tavern’s Facebook page. If you love exploring Wisconsin’s awesome dining scene, here are some amazing supper clubs you should put on your list.

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The Friendly Neighborhood Tavern, 223 W Oneida St, Portage, WI 53901, USA