Talk about a slew of beverages to taste. 100's of Whiskeys: Bourbon, Scotch, Irish, etc. a good selection of beer but only a handful of wines. A pleasant surprise was a 3 or 4 tasting flight of tawny port.
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 5
Brian
Maybe this place is impressive for the locals who have never ventured into Madison… it’s laughably mediocre and pedestrian for anyone who has experienced real service or a real tasting room.Do you enjoy going to bars that refuse to carry your favorite liquor because they only carry the owner’s favorite, based on his cheap purchase price and not quality?And when you drink fine spirits, do you prefer them served in plastic while you’re sitting on a “barstool” that’s really cheap metal outdoor furniture? In a bar in which the largest visible feature is a restaurant-sized four compartment sink piled up with dirty dishes, when every other bar in the world keeps that out of the public eye?Me neither. The Cannery is the product of the most common rookie mistake in the industry: a privileged prick with no service industry experience, humility, or self-awareness opened the bar that his unique tastes would support, without caring what actual guests want.FUN FACT: The Cannery pays its staff MONTHLY, including tips… and they hide this from employees until after they are hired. Every other bar in the world pays weekly or the same night, but the owner at the Cannery is so cheap that he refuses to issue payroll checks more often. So no one worth a damn will work for him as more than a side gig, and turnover is ridiculous. So NO ONE behind the bar can actually guide you through a tasting experience at this “tasting room”.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Monika A.
Very knowledgeable and interesting staff. Extensive whiskey list and rotating wines by the glass or bottle. Live music on the weekend. Cozy atmosphere. Would prefer some more comfortable seating to enjoy the space but would definitely visit again to sample something new.
Thomas Janik
Good wine by the glass options, huge bourbon selection, friendly staff.
Andrew C
What a great spot. A real hidden gem in Sun Prairie. A great and friendly staff and an attentive owner who hopes to have 1000 bottles behind his bar to better serve his customers.
Seth Degnan
Great place to taste a variety of wine and whiskey. Also a few beers that rotate. Awesome service. Very knowledgeable.
Jerrilyn Morales
Nice, cozy spot to enjoy a night out with friends or a loved one. They have a great variety of drinks and a few choices for food, including pizza and a big warm pretzel (which was yummy. Staff was friendly and welcoming. Great vibe overall here!
David Dargenio
Nice atmosphere, good drinks and Nicole was great!
Jenny A.
Great place to check out if you're thirsty & looking to try something new! There are tons of different liquors to taste, get a flight or mixed drink with. They also offer wine tastings, and have a good selection of different seltzers & ciders. I noticed they also sell cigars if that's your thing.My girlfriends and I stopped in for some drinks on a Saturday late afternoon, and sat at the bar so we could see all the different bottles. I've been on a tequila kick lately and wanted to find something new I could taste before randomly buying a bottle. The bartender pulled a few for me to pick from and was knowledgeable about each of the brands. I ended up finding two new tequilas I really loved.There's plenty of seating inside at the wine barrel tables, or their long bar. They also have an outside patio area in back if you want fresh air. The place is very clean and I like how it's decorated with unique Wisconsin items. They don't have a food menu but you can order a Lotsa Mozza pizza, or can carry in from anywhere.
Adam Derringer
Great local spot. It is not the biggest. It is not the cheapest. That said they have a very good whiskey list, wine list, and a good rotating beer list. On top of that, their servers are solid and most know their product. In summer they have a patio which helps make it feel bigger.
Such a great atmosphere and perfect for a date night with my hubby! We love the wine selection and creative cocktails. I could stay for hours and enjoy this awesome spot in downtown Sun Prairie! I can’t wait to return again soon.
Kris Gritzmacher
Owners and staff are very gracious and welcoming!
196LindaC
Stopped here after a disappointing stop at another establishment. We were made to feel very welcome. This establishment features a wide variety of Whiskey choices and has an extensive drink/wine menu.
Tori Elle
Wonderful experience and great host.We had a wine flight and a glass each on the back patio with our pups.
Talk about a slew of beverages to taste. 100's of Whiskeys: Bourbon, Scotch, Irish, etc. a good selection of beer but only a handful of wines. A pleasant surprise was a 3 or 4 tasting flight of tawny port.
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 5
Maybe this place is impressive for the locals who have never ventured into Madison… it’s laughably mediocre and pedestrian for anyone who has experienced real service or a real tasting room.Do you enjoy going to bars that refuse to carry your favorite liquor because they only carry the owner’s favorite, based on his cheap purchase price and not quality?And when you drink fine spirits, do you prefer them served in plastic while you’re sitting on a “barstool” that’s really cheap metal outdoor furniture? In a bar in which the largest visible feature is a restaurant-sized four compartment sink piled up with dirty dishes, when every other bar in the world keeps that out of the public eye?Me neither. The Cannery is the product of the most common rookie mistake in the industry: a privileged prick with no service industry experience, humility, or self-awareness opened the bar that his unique tastes would support, without caring what actual guests want.FUN FACT: The Cannery pays its staff MONTHLY, including tips… and they hide this from employees until after they are hired. Every other bar in the world pays weekly or the same night, but the owner at the Cannery is so cheap that he refuses to issue payroll checks more often. So no one worth a damn will work for him as more than a side gig, and turnover is ridiculous. So NO ONE behind the bar can actually guide you through a tasting experience at this “tasting room”.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Very knowledgeable and interesting staff. Extensive whiskey list and rotating wines by the glass or bottle. Live music on the weekend. Cozy atmosphere. Would prefer some more comfortable seating to enjoy the space but would definitely visit again to sample something new.
Good wine by the glass options, huge bourbon selection, friendly staff.
What a great spot. A real hidden gem in Sun Prairie. A great and friendly staff and an attentive owner who hopes to have 1000 bottles behind his bar to better serve his customers.
Great place to taste a variety of wine and whiskey. Also a few beers that rotate. Awesome service. Very knowledgeable.
Nice, cozy spot to enjoy a night out with friends or a loved one. They have a great variety of drinks and a few choices for food, including pizza and a big warm pretzel (which was yummy. Staff was friendly and welcoming. Great vibe overall here!
Nice atmosphere, good drinks and Nicole was great!
Great place to check out if you're thirsty & looking to try something new! There are tons of different liquors to taste, get a flight or mixed drink with. They also offer wine tastings, and have a good selection of different seltzers & ciders. I noticed they also sell cigars if that's your thing.My girlfriends and I stopped in for some drinks on a Saturday late afternoon, and sat at the bar so we could see all the different bottles. I've been on a tequila kick lately and wanted to find something new I could taste before randomly buying a bottle. The bartender pulled a few for me to pick from and was knowledgeable about each of the brands. I ended up finding two new tequilas I really loved.There's plenty of seating inside at the wine barrel tables, or their long bar. They also have an outside patio area in back if you want fresh air. The place is very clean and I like how it's decorated with unique Wisconsin items. They don't have a food menu but you can order a Lotsa Mozza pizza, or can carry in from anywhere.
Great local spot. It is not the biggest. It is not the cheapest. That said they have a very good whiskey list, wine list, and a good rotating beer list. On top of that, their servers are solid and most know their product. In summer they have a patio which helps make it feel bigger.
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Loved it! Bartender Stephanie was awesome
Such a great atmosphere and perfect for a date night with my hubby! We love the wine selection and creative cocktails. I could stay for hours and enjoy this awesome spot in downtown Sun Prairie! I can’t wait to return again soon.
Owners and staff are very gracious and welcoming!
Stopped here after a disappointing stop at another establishment. We were made to feel very welcome. This establishment features a wide variety of Whiskey choices and has an extensive drink/wine menu.
Wonderful experience and great host.We had a wine flight and a glass each on the back patio with our pups.