Appleton · Outagamie County, WI

Nightlife in Appleton

Scout analyzed 71 Appleton places and surfaced the ones that actually fit nightlife.

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Typical spend

$40

Typical visit

1.5 hr

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Downtown

3 matching spots

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Fox River House

Fox River House is suitable for an evening drink or casual meal, often paired with dinner nearby or as a relaxed nightcap. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and about $15-$50 per person.

CocktailsFoodRelaxed

★ 4.7$15–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

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MAD elephant

MAD elephant is a casual Asian fusion restaurant suitable for a meal any day of the week, expecting a typical visit of about an hour and a spend of $15-35 per person.

FoodCocktailsSports

$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

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Mark's East Side

Mark's East Side is a warm, casual spot for German-American food and drinks, suitable for a dinner outing with family or a relaxed date. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $20-50 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

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Flagstone

Flagstone is a casual bar suitable for an evening hangout with friends or a low-key solo visit, offering pub food, drinks, and games. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and around $10-30 per person.

CocktailsFoodSports

$10–$30 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

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Riverside Bar & Grill

This bar & grill is suitable for a casual meal or drinks, offering a relaxed spot for families or solo outings. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $15-35 per person for food and beverages.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

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Stone Toad Bar & Grill

Stone Toad Bar & Grill is a relaxed spot for casual dining, drinks, and sports viewing or live music. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $15-40 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$15–$40 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Downtown

Deja vu Martini Lounge

This is a good spot for an evening drink, offering entertainment like karaoke or live music. Expect to spend $25-50 per person on drinks and stay for 1.5-2 hours, potentially pairing it with dinner nearby.

CocktailsLive musicArts

$25–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

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Draft Gastropub

Draft Gastropub is suitable for a casual evening meal or happy hour, offering American-European favorites and craft beer. Expect to spend $20-40 per person for a typical 90-minute visit.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$20–$40 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

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Stone Arch Brewpub

Stone Arch Brewpub is suitable for a casual meal or drinks with friends and family, offering American fare and microbrews in a unique setting. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $25-50 per person.

FoodCocktailsShopping

$25–$50 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Downtown

Missfits Tavern

Missfits Tavern is a casual bar for an inexpensive evening drink or light meal, suitable for an unplanned solo stop or a relaxed date. Expect to spend 1-3 hours here with typical per-person costs around $10-30.

CocktailsFoodRelaxed

$10–$30 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

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Skyline Comedy Club

Skyline Comedy Club is an evening spot for dates or group outings to see stand-up. Expect a 2-hour show with drinks, costing around $30-75 per person for tickets and a couple of beverages.

Live musicSocialPlayful

$30–$75 typical2 hr visiteasy parking

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Rocky & Taras Nut Haus

This bar and live music venue is a good spot for a casual evening drink or a cheap night out, potentially with some local music. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $10-30 per person.

CocktailsLive musicFood

$10–$30 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Downtown

Cleo's Brown Beam

Cleo's Brown Beam is a low-key bar suitable for a relaxed evening drink, either as a quick stop or for a longer, budget-friendly social gathering. Expect to spend around $10-30 per person.

CocktailsFoodRelaxed

$10–$30 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

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Appleton Axe

Appleton Axe is an active bar experience, good for groups looking for a playful evening of axe throwing, drinks, and casual food, typically lasting 1.5-2 hours and costing $30-60 per person.

CocktailsSportsFood

$30–$60 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking