Mad Capper Saloon & Eatery

Stopped in for lunch during Shop Hop, the whole group liked their lunch selections, and my tap beer was excellent. Service was friendly and attentive.

Went here tonight with the girlfriend, wanted to try something different. Very slow inside, only one other table when we were there. Server was prompt, and attentive. Had a very decent tap list, and a surprising amount of can and bottle beer too. Ordered the Juicy Lucy special, and potato skins. Juicy came out the same time as the skins but I think we said to do that. Juicy was a ver normal bar burger, nothing to write home about but nothing terrible either. The tots I had were perfect, crunchy and light, just how they should be. The potato skins were just the skins with bacon and cheese, and weren’t too hot when they came out. Could have been a little more to them, hotter so they cheese is still melted and maybe some parsley on them, but that’s just me. I would go back again, maybe try something different though.

Last week I had lunch at Brine’s down the street that was… Let’s just say somewhat lackluster. This week I decided to learn from my mistake and stopped into the Capper for lunch.
I’m not sure what people who have given this place negative reviews ordered, but the burger and ‘tots were more than I was expecting. I don’t know where they get they get their meat but it was very flavorful and juicy. Everything you would want from a simple hamburger. The tater-​tots were perfectly done as well, crispy on the outside and moist on the inside.
And then there were the pickles. I love a good pickle and I suspect these were home made because they were excellent!
As for the beer selection, my usual go-​to choice for a lunch beer is Summit. Well, they didn’t have Summit on tap and I really didn’t feel like a Fat Tire from a can, but the waitress recommended another IPA that was equally good if not better.
I highly recommend this place to anyone in the mood for a simple meal and good beer.

The beer selection was excellent! Local and other great craft brews from around the nation. Beers you normally don’t find on tap, anywhere. (ie. Stone, Deschutes, Southern Tier). On tap of that (get it, ha) they offer flight options! So of course my partner and I took the option of 6 5oz pours for $ 13 to have tasting options! The menu side of things was typical all American bar food, a few Mexican options, a few more vegetarian options than most bars. He got the Cajun burger with steak fries and I got the grilled cheese deluxe with tater tots! I can’t ever turn down tots. He enjoyed his burger and the grilled cheese was exactly what I wanted. Staff was super friendly! My only negative comment was that I was charged .25¢ for ranch. I don’t eat ketchup or mustard, I didn’t know places still charged for condiments? That’s so early 2000’s, but it was the GOOD ranch. (Ranch people know what I’m talking about here). SO with all of that said, it was my first time in Stillwater and I will definitely be back!

The Mad Capper. This place is the best way to describe a bar that feels like you want it in your basement. The owners are so friendly. And the bartenders are your best friend. And the servers are wonderful. The burger and fries are the way to go! And plus free popcorn!!! You must try this place and please do not just get the usual beer. Open your mind. There is better beer out there and the Capper had them. Best bar in Stillwater.

Service was friendly, and we got right in. Food for the most part was descent, but one thing did bother me. The Capper burger says its a monster, with lots of cheese and bacon. Therefore we split it because of that description. Well the burger was the exact opposite of what it says, and we ended up ordering more food. Kind of a rip off, with tasteless fries…

If you come in with the right expectations you won’t be disappointed. This is a slight step up from a dive, but not quite a classy pub; sort of that in between. This place does have a quirky charm though. It has that old establishment feeling that is both inviting and warm. At the same time there is a lot of energy here that makes it fun and invigorating.
The drink options are pretty good. They have a really solid selection of beer and your standard cocktail options. The food choices are your standard bar options that will go well with your beer/​cocktail, but you probably will enjoy it more the more you have had to drink.
This is the kind of place you go to with a group of friends to hang out, have some good drinks, eat some bar food, and just enjoy yourself. If you keep that in mind you’ll have a good time.
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Great spot for dropping off the husband or meeting up with friends for a few drinks in the always charming downtown Stillwater. I wouldn’t necessarily praise the menu for their food selection or quality, but the atmosphere and charm of this bar make it a nice laid back, no fuss hangout. Free popcorn, crazy crap on the walls, a few TV’s and drinks are all we need anyways, right?!

Initially went in for a brew and a snack and was pleasantly surprised. A vast array of quirky signs and decorations welcomed me in and I sat in my favorite seat at the bar, right in front of the taps. There was a variety of styles and even proper glassware! The bartender greets me and takes my order, then starts up a lovely conversation about different beers/​styles with me. I’m the nicest beer snob you’ll ever meet and this guy knows his stuff. On his recommendation, ordered the pretzel sticks and Loved them! Haven’t stopped in for lunch/​dinner yet, but I will soon!

Good drinks and good bar food. A classic bar to just sit and lounge in with friends. Fairly priced and quality service.

Great food and an extensive tap beer selection in a fun space. I have been going to the Mad Capper for over 30 years and every time I go I see something new on the wall. Their service has always been top notch. If you’re visiting Stillwater do yourself a favor and stop by the Capper. If you’re a wife on a shopping spree do your husband a favor and drop him off at the Capper first. I hear that for the price of a few drinks they’ll provide daycare services for bored and over shopped husbands.

Decent service, good beer, bad food. Not a fan of being served appetizers that aren’t made fresh!

First time eating at this restaurant. Will be back!!! The hamburger was fantastic and the fries were awesome and you get a lot. Has a fun atmosphere. Have a feeling it could get noisy on a Friday and/​or Saturday night but that’s half the fun. Have to try this place!!!

The atmosphere is great here. A place you can come and kick back in beautiful Stillwater. Great tap beers, staff, and BLTs!!!

My family of eight dropped in here over the holiday season to grab lunch after taking family portraits down the street. We grabbed the only large table; it’s up the stairs in the back. Very cozy! Our server was attentive & friendly. The portions were large, but nothing out of the ordinary. I enjoyed the quick lunch but will definitely explore other bars & restaurants in downtown Stillwater the next time I’m in town.

Came here for lunch with a coworker and thought it was ok. We parked in a lot on a back street and walked in through the back door. The bar wasn’t crowded and we got prompt attention.
I had the buffalo chicken wrap for lunch with fries and while it was fine, they didn’t put the buffalo sauce in the wrap! I had to pour it on myself which kind of defeated the purpose of ordering the buffalo chicken wrap as it was simply a chicken wrap with sauce on the side.
Coworker got a burger which he seemed to like. The food seems good and I’ll probably have better luck next time.

We ate here for dinner on Saturday night around 5pm.
It was average.

Many bars and pubs line Main Street Stillwater, but if you are looking for a decent tap selection, and a place where you need not fear locals or tourists, then this is your spot!
Very festive and cozy for the holidays, worth checking out. Do pay in cash after the credit card fiasco, better to be safe than sorry.

Beware – this place has been caught stealing credit card numbers the last two years. It’s a published fact. Hundreds of people. Beware.
Also, food is mediocre and expensive.
The beer list just ‘OK’ — the tap list is often half decent and half ‘too cute by half’/nothing special. Plus many of the good beers are poured into small 10oz glasses without rhyme or reason (inconsistent).
I’ve never met a friendly bartender or server there either.
Only a couple of TVs, in bad places too.

This place is as close as my nose, well maybe my left foot, so I often forget about it. We stop here when with «friends with boat» on the Croix for burgers, beer, chix sandwiches and such. Years ago my fav was the cucumber cream cheese sammy on sourdough. It’s still on the menu.
Last night went w/​a pal there for dinner and was in need of veg so had a classic Cobb salad. It was great, piled with turkey, bacon and egg. But what really made the veg go down … drumroll … they have the best blue cheese dressing in the SC valley! (I hate to admit it, but it tops my favorite, which was Bob Smith’s Sports Club in Hudson, remaining a close 2^nd). You can turn the little plastic cup upside down and it doesn’t spill out as it’s so thick, delish and chunky.
My pal is a StillH2O townie so she knew everyone in the place cuz it was a weeknight. While the other Unilocalers say it is touristy, and yes, it is on the weekend, think about this: this place has been owned by the same folk for years, she says, so they have to please the townies during the week, ya know?