Cleo's Brown Beam, an inviting bar located in the heart of Appleton, Wisconsin, has established itself as a must-visit destination. Known for its eclectic range of martinis, including festive options like Anna's Christmastini and Makenna's Kiss Martini, it captivates patrons year-round with a spirited holiday vibe. Reviews consistently highlight the exceptional drink quality and friendly staff, setting a friendly and vibrant atmosphere. Guests such as Robbie Sonnemann rave about the old-school tavern charm, emphasizing the remarkable service during busy evenings. Dan Zabrowski echoes this sentiment, praising the efficient service even when the bar is at capacity. A noteworthy mention is the signature “dirty snowball,” a delightful malted milkshake-like drink that captivates new and returning visitors alike. The lively ambiance, complemented by great music and a diverse drinks menu, makes Cleo's a fun spot for both casual meet-ups and celebratory gatherings. With a commitment to customer satisfaction and a fun atmosphere, Cleo's Brown Beam promises a unique bar experience that keeps locals and visitors coming back for more. Whether you’re in the mood for a classic cocktail or a creative martini, Cleo's Brown Beam is well worth the visit.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Does not have assistive hearing loop
Service options
No delivery
No takeaway
Highlights
Has fast service
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves happy-hour drinks
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Dining options
Outside food allowed
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Credit cards
Parking
Paid street parking
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Reviews For Cleo's Brown Beam
Robbie Sonnemann
Apr 30,2025
What an awesome old school tavern. Exceptional drinks and the staff were brilliant. This is a must stop if you get anywhere near Appleton Wisconsin
Dan Zabrowski
Apr 28,2025
What a place. It's a Christmas bar all year round. Good music (was not Christmas music when I went on black Friday). Despite being at capacity with people waiting at the door the service was fast and friendly. The bouncer deserves a medal for capacity control. Great time and service. Highly recommend.
Jess Ehm
Apr 9,2025
Fun spot! Heard about them in an article and had to check it out. Fun place! Great drinks! Cool vibe!
Maria Terese
Mar 24,2025
First time here over the holidays and loved it! It was a busy Friday night but thankfully we were able to squeeze in and get our drinks. I tried the “dirty snowball” drink which is their signature drink and it was really good .. it’s like a malted milkshake!
Adrienne Runge
Feb 27,2025
This was my first ever experience at Cleos. Amber was a great bartender!
Joel Hembel
Feb 23,2025
Happen to see Cleo’s on Facebook with their Christmas 365 days a year and special drink drinks. Stopped in and had a couple drinks and enjoyed the atmosphere with all the fun color and lights plan to go back there again sometime soon, the fancy drinks are a littlemore expensive but it’s definitely worth a trip. We had the dirty snowball drinks.
Chad Young
Feb 8,2025
CHRISTMAS 247!! Ambiance would be 100 if I could. Here’s the deal, super popular place so it’s often jammed packed, so just get ready to deal with crowded space. Being from the service industry I was really impressed with the speed and patience of the staff. Dealing with a full bar, drunken debauchery, cash waving customers barking for your attention, takes a special breed and I saw really good service. A must visit & drink in Appleton! If your caught standing in one spot with nowhere to move, play a drinking version of “I Spy”
Mario Alvarado Jr.
Feb 7,2025
Really cool lounge. Felt like something outta the 70s. Super nostalgic. Fair warning. This is where the locals hang out. Glad we got to spend some time there. Had a variety of drinks. Can't exactly remember all of em but one was a dirty snowball, other was payday shot (tasted like a candy bar). Those were the two most exotic...lol definitely be back.
Reviews For Cleo's Brown Beam