Tuesday 28th of May 2013 09:34:03 AM

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Been here a few times now for pizza and beer. The pizza is good and the beers are pretty good, get the sampler if you go you will not be dissapointed. For me some of the beers were good and some just OK. If am in the Dell's will always stop in for pizza and beer to see what is on tap. I think the pizza place and brewery is owned and operatoed by seperate oweners. The brewery is actaully Dell's Brewing.

Tuesday 1st of November 2011 12:15:21 PM

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2011: In other Moosejaw related news, Moosejaw brewmaster Jamie Martin blows whistle on a homebrewing charity event in Baraboo: http://www.wiscnews.com/baraboonewsrepublic/news/local/article_7f16d998-8d88-11e0-8384-001cc4c03286.html

"Brew at the Barn returns June 5 to the The Barn Restaurant and Bar in Baraboo; and event organizer Christin Harding had planned to offer home brews for the public to sample while raising money for the Wisconsin Multiple Sclerosis Society. The event also was slated to serve as a home brew competition...

Harding's plans changed after a concerned citizen, Jamie Martin, contacted various law enforcement agencies regarding the legality of the event. In an email Martin sent to the News Republic, Martin stated Harding was avoiding taxes, violating health codes and endangering The Barn Restaurant and Bar's liquor license."

http://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=177485178976213&id=172852729439458

Very uncool, Jaime Martin. Not planning to patronize Moosejaw anymore, and i'd encourage others to do the same, if you care about homebrewers' rights in Wisconsin.

2007:
Airy hunting lodge meets taxidermist's wet dream...the beer played second fiddle to the wholesome family dining element. Arrived for lunch, plenty of seating midday. We were seated under a collosal moose head and the 3-tier antler chandeliers. Everything was fashioned from wood, even the tap handles in the bar were stubby tree branch segments.

First thing to arrive was the 6 point beer sampler, it was served on a log slice carved with inset circles and numbers for the various beers. The beers were also ordered by number on the menu (12 total). Out of the 6, only the Dunkel was pleasing enough to order a pint of. The Weisse was soapy, Amber: funky, Kilbourn Hop Ale: syrupy, and the Pilsner was average. The Stout was ok, with a good roast coffee character, but not especially memorable.

The table ordered personal size pizzas, which all got the thumbs up. Bruschetta appetizer was a little oily with more garlic than tomato.

None of the beers were exciting enough to take a growler of, but i'd return again to try more options with a pizza. On a side note, the delivery cars are eye-catching, but travelling behind one staring at a moose's hindquarters isn't the best way to advertise a restaurant.

Tuesday 26th of April 2011 02:50:26 PM

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We make sure to hit this place every trip to the dells.

I have to admit this place is a bit like chuck e cheese but I knew that going in so it's not a knock on the place. The beer is good. My girlfriend and I polished of a pint of everything they offer and we were quite pleased. The bartenders are super fun and know their beer. With 10 taps to choose from you should be able to find something you like.
The food is always good. I suggest the pizza since it's their star. Not to mention it's delicious.

Overall this is a great place to drink a craft brew and get good food in the dells.

Thursday 27th of May 2010 08:24:58 AM

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Driving through Wisconsin, it is always worth stopping in at an unexplored brewpub. I really didn't know what to expect with Moosejaw, but was worried about it being located in the Dells. We were there over lunch-time on a weekday so the place was pretty empty.

I found the building to be huge with three levels and rustic Northwoods decor.

The beer sampler was pretty nifty--10 beers served in a heavy knotty wood tray. I would say that all the beers were serviceable, but only one really blew me away: the strong coffee stout. At least one of the beers was made with some locally grown hops. A fair amount of info about the beers was available.

The food was not impressive. My buffalo burger was a serious hockeypuck, and my wife's sandwich was pretty bland. Perhaps we should have gone with the pizza?

I wouldn't make this place a destination, but certainly worth a try if you are in the area for the Dells.

Wednesday 12th of November 2008 03:22:51 PM

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I was able to stop by Moosejaw on a Saturday for lunch and beers. When walking in, my first impression was how big this place is. Three levels each with their own bar.

It is decorated as a large Northwood's lodge. Massive logs and beams, stuffed animals, old advertisements and newspapers, etc line the walls.

We settled into the bar room on the main floor. The service while friendly is a bit slow. Lots of young servers that would rather chat with each other than check on their customers. We weren't in any hurry, so it didn't bug me to much (except when I needed a refill).

I was impressed with their beer offerings 6 regulars plus four specials. I had a tasty pumpkin ale and a very decent red beer made with rye.

The food was pretty typical pub fare. It was well executed and came out in a decent amount of time. I think most folks will find something they like.

I must admit that the Moosejaw was much better than I thought it would be. Given the extremely touristy nature of the Dells, I expected a few subpar beer offerings, mediocre foods and tacky décor. Glad I was wrong!

Friday 20th of April 2007 03:08:44 PM

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Awesome Pizza with an above average selection of
craftbrews. Peak upstairs at the copper brewing setup. New in 2002, locally owned & operated Moosejaw Pizza & Brewing Co. is Wisconsin Dells only microbrewery. Using hops from the area to make their fresh flavorful brews. Stop in for a sample, stay for a pint, take home a MOOSEJAW Growler. Bring the kids and head downstairs after dinner to the huge arcade, Rathskeller bar and large couch area for parents with a big screen TV.