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14 S Broad St, Bayfield, WI 54814 | Open Thursday - Tuesday at 5pm
EST.1934
EST.1934
Bates Art Bar
Bates Art Bar
A CLASSIC REMINDER FROM A BYGONE ERA
CRAFT COCKTAILS - CHARCUTERIE & CHEESE - SELF SERVE WINE - ART DECO INTERIOR - WEEEKLY SPECIALS
ABOUT
Craft, Character, and Community
Step behind the original 1934 bar and into a space that has never forgotten where it came from. Bates Art Bar is Bayfield's only craft cocktail bar - faithful to its Art Deco roots and built for the modern palate.
Housemade boards, seasonal cocktails, and a self serve wine station that lets you explore at your own pace.
Old world hospitality. New world flavors. Come stop by.
WHAT WE'RE ABOUT
1/7
"This was such a wonderful experience! The atmosphere is so relaxing, the food was amazing, and our server was so kind and helpful. This was a highlight of our trip!"
- Linsey, 2025
5 Stars Across the Board
WHAT GUESTS ARE SAYING
Delicious boards, fabulous cocktails, amazing wine selection and top notch service! We would highly recommend stopping by the Bates Art Bar.
-Catherine O., 2025
Fast becoming a favorite! Great cocktails and fresh delicious food if you want something different than your normal deep fried bar fare
-Anne B., 2025
EXPERIENCES
More Than Just a Bar
Private Events
Host your gathering in our historic Art Deco space. Perfect for intimate celebrations, corporate evenings, or private tastings.
From live music and artist openings to wine tastings and holiday celebrations — something is always going on at Bates Art Bar.
Happenings
Wine Discovery
Pour your own adventure at our WineEmotion self-serve stations. Mix, compare, and find your new favorite at your own pace.
Weekly Specials
Rotating cocktails, featured boards, and new plates every week. Sign up for our list to stay in the know.
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