Poll
Question:
Is sultan a closet badger fan ?
Option 1: Yes
votes: 69
Option 2: Yes
votes: 43
Option 3: Yes
votes: 46
Option 4: No
votes: 26
Just an fyi for anyone looking for libations before or after home games. Under no circumstances should any Marquette fan ever step foot in that building again.
https://twitter.com/uwbadgers/status/1598730199449108480?s=46&t=t-g0bj982TP1Pz2D6Bxctg
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Quote from: panda on December 04, 2022, 05:48:13 PM
Just an fyi for anyone looking for libations before or after home games. Under no circumstances should any Marquette fan ever step foot in that building again.
https://twitter.com/uwbadgers/status/1598730199449108480?s=46&t=t-g0bj982TP1Pz2D6Bxctg
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Quote from: panda on December 04, 2022, 06:58:03 PM
You a frequent customer ?
No. But I'm not going to stop frequenting a place that I otherwise would because they hosted a UW pregame.
Quote from: Sultan Sultanberger on December 04, 2022, 06:59:43 PM
No. But I'm not going to stop frequenting a place that I otherwise would because they hosted a UW pregame.
No surprises here
Every time I think this place can't get dumber, somebody comes through and proves me wrong. So, thanks.
No surprise the mope squad jumping to the defense of a badger bar.
Quote from: panda on December 04, 2022, 08:06:55 PM
No surprise the mope squad jumping to the defense of a badger bar.
I'm not jumping to the defense of anything. I just think it's kinda pathetic to call for a boycott of a bar because they hosted a UW pre-game event.
I know Mo's and Milwaukee Brewing have hosted game day events for teams playing Marquette. Should we boycott them too?
Sounds like something a closet badger fan would say.
Quote from: panda on December 04, 2022, 08:40:10 PM
Sounds like something a closet badger fan would say.
Fk that place. I've heard it's horrendous as well.
I will certainly find other places to drink and spend $$ before and after games.
I like Uncle Bucks... give it a try.
Quote from: MuggsyB on December 04, 2022, 08:50:18 PM
Fk that place. I've heard it's horrendous as well.
I went there 1 time and had extremely undercooked food in our group. Probably would have had no problem giving it another shot given the location and the fact that it is a pretty cool bar with a real college hoops feel to it.
Now, I will have no problem avoiding it in the future.
https://twitter.com/MajorGoolsbys/status/1600223005971390464?s=20&t=yAGnTpZeOzCLhwUib0TIUQ
Quote from: Sultan Sultanberger on December 04, 2022, 08:21:33 PM
I'm not jumping to the defense of anything. I just think it's kinda pathetic to call for a boycott of a bar because they hosted a UW pre-game event.
I know Mo's and Milwaukee Brewing have hosted game day events for teams playing Marquette. Should we boycott them too?
I mean they're closed so it should be pretty easy
Quote from: Mr. Nielsen on December 06, 2022, 02:36:14 PM
https://twitter.com/MajorGoolsbys/status/1600223005971390464?s=20&t=yAGnTpZeOzCLhwUib0TIUQ
I was never a Goolsby's fan but this is well played. May have to give it another chance.
Quote from: Spaniel with a Short Tail on December 06, 2022, 04:25:11 PM
I was never a Goolsby's fan but this is well played. May have to give it another chance.
Goolsbys is good at 2 things....chicken wings and not $15 beers at the Fiserv. Load up on Spotted Cow pitchers and wings before the game.
Quote from: chicagowarrior on December 06, 2022, 04:37:47 PM
Goolsbys is good at 2 things....chicken wings and not $15 beers at the Fiserv. Load up on Spotted Cow pitchers and wings before the game.
Cheeseburgers and service is good, lots of TV's as well
Goolsby's for the win!!!
Haven't been there in forever, but I remember their burgers being good. Might have to go there pre game to any games I get back to Milwaukee for.
We do Goolsby's before Every game.... and after sometimes... Great place...Good Burgers, wings and they give a great serving of Chicken Tenders.... Good COLD Miller beer as well... They have a "Frequent Flier " program too. I think it's like $10 Credit for every $100 spent ! ! ! and of course, a lot of TV screens ! ! ! They sell Warrior T-shirts too ! ! ! 8-)
Quote from: Ardmore Mug on December 06, 2022, 04:53:47 PM
We do Goolsby's before Every game.... and after sometimes... Great place...Good Burgers, wings and they give a great serving of Chicken Tenders.... Good COLD Miller beer as well... They have a "Frequent Flier " program too. I think it's like $10 Credit for every $100 spent ! ! ! and of course, a lot of TV screens ! ! ! They sell Warrior T-shirts too ! ! ! 8-)
Yes, I agree.
Unlike the Badger lovers on scoop....I do take offense to the short sighted money grab by MECCA and will never go there again.
Goolsby's!
Quote from: Mu8891 on December 04, 2022, 09:13:26 PM
I will certainly find other places to drink and spend $$ before and after games.
I like Uncle Bucks... give it a try.
Unreal cheese curds at Uncle Buck's. I was sad to see that Loaded Slate is gone.
I normally don't get downtown for
pre game beers, but will now make
a special trip to Goolsby's
Quote from: chicagowarrior on December 06, 2022, 04:37:47 PM
Goolsbys is good at 2 things....chicken wings and not $15 beers at the Fiserv. Load up on Spotted Cow pitchers and wings before the game.
Tell me you're from out of state without telling me you're from out of state.
Come watch the Marquette game at Mecca now!
https://twitter.com/muoverload/status/1600295229155778561?s=46&t=IKFmUqsIwXGhxb_VVgULwQ
I voted yes.
And boycotting a place because they hosted a UW event is not only lame, it's evidence of the little brother thinking that we claim not to engage in.
Quote from: MuggsyB on December 04, 2022, 08:50:18 PM
Fk that place. I've heard it's horrendous as well.
yup yup. Hot chicks with freaky guy hands. Absolutely horrendous.
Quote from: TallTitan34 on December 06, 2022, 07:11:07 PM
Come watch the Marquette game at Mecca now!
https://twitter.com/muoverload/status/1600295229155778561?s=46&t=IKFmUqsIwXGhxb_VVgULwQ
Am I being too picky to find it funny it's a guy in a Bucks jersey in the picture?
Quote from: Sultan Sultanberger on December 06, 2022, 07:15:38 PM
I voted yes.
And boycotting a place because they hosted a UW event is not only lame, it's evidence of the little brother thinking that we claim not to engage in.
Sounds like something a badger fan would say
Quote from: TallTitan34 on December 06, 2022, 07:11:07 PM
Come watch the Marquette game at Mecca now!
https://twitter.com/muoverload/status/1600295229155778561?s=46&t=IKFmUqsIwXGhxb_VVgULwQ
Does that mean free Michelob Ultra Towers?
If it is $5 off, are they paying people to drink that sh1t?
I only patron the Superbar.
MECCA is bad for so many reasons and the UW thing is just a starter.
1) Incredibly thin menu...one hamburger offering (Buck Bradley's has 5 plus build your own)
2) No TV offering...I would be surprised if they have more than 2 maybe 3 cable inputs. For a "sports bar" they are very good at putting one game on every TV . Goolsbys has 8+ different games on.
3) Staffing is in issue You can tell its owned by the Bucks. The bartenders aren't bartenders, the servers aren't servers. They have no service industry expereince.
4) Crowd control --- they hate you standing in the bar drinking. They want everyone seated. Sorry, I thought this was a bar.
Quote from: The Lens on December 07, 2022, 01:25:27 PM
MECCA is bad for so many reasons and the UW thing is just a starter.
1) Incredibly thin menu...one hamburger offering (Buck Bradley's has 5 plus build your own)
2) No TV offering...I would be surprised if they have more than 2 maybe 3 cable inputs. For a "sports bar" they are very good at putting one game on every TV . Goolsbys has 8+ different games on.
3) Staffing is in issue You can tell its owned by the Bucks. The bartenders aren't bartenders, the servers aren't servers. They have no service industry expereince.
4) Crowd control --- they hate you standing in the bar drinking. They want everyone seated. Sorry, I thought this was a bar.
It's in a different area, but I find Sport Club to be my go to Sports Bar in Milwaukee. Good food and drink options and we've always had good service.
I cannot imagine having to choose between MECCA and Goolsby's to eat before the game.
Is Victim's still around? I'd go there
Goolsbys can be a touch closer to fast food than you want on a night out but it's paired with an incredible amount of TVs + it's a Milwaukee sports museum.
If you can get past that you're basically eating Culver's, it has some excellence to it.
Quote from: cheebs09 on December 07, 2022, 01:28:20 PM
It's in a different area, but I find Sport Club to be my go to Sports Bar in Milwaukee. Good food and drink options and we've always had good service.
Agreed on Sport Club. It's run by the Nomad, and it's well run. I've watched a few of the Bucks playoff games there in in '21 and it was great. Haven't watched an MU game there yet.
Quote from: Jay Bee on December 07, 2022, 01:54:32 PM
Is Victim's still around? I'd go there
You'd be too old for the cougars on the prowl tho...
FTR Victim's is still alive and well.
MECCA Bar hosting official National Marquette Day pep rally
https://www.marquette.edu/national-marquette-day/milwaukee-events.php
Quote from: The Sultan of Semantics on December 19, 2022, 03:14:39 PM
MECCA Bar hosting official National Marquette Day pep rally
https://www.marquette.edu/national-marquette-day/milwaukee-events.php
A desperate attempt to get back in panda's good graces.
Quote from: The Sultan of Semantics on December 19, 2022, 03:14:39 PM
MECCA Bar hosting official National Marquette Day pep rally
https://www.marquette.edu/national-marquette-day/milwaukee-events.php
Do you own stock in MECCA?
You Defend and support them at every turn.
Quote from: We R Final Four on December 19, 2022, 04:01:39 PM
Do you own stock in MECCA?
You Defend and support them at every turn.
I just think the controversy is hilarious.
I mean..."do you own stock in them?" is legit funny.
Quote from: The Sultan of Semantics on December 19, 2022, 04:11:02 PM
I just think the controversy is hilarious.
I mean..."do you own stock in them?" is legit funny.
They should pay you.
Quote from: We R Final Four on December 19, 2022, 05:24:19 PM
They should pay you.
I'd take it if they offered. My wife wants to recarpet the living room.
I always thought Goolsby's should have had more Marquette stuff on the walls.
Quote from: marqfan22 on December 19, 2022, 05:33:04 PM
I always thought Goolsby's should have had more Marquette stuff on the walls.
MOPE
Quote from: The Sultan of Semantics on December 19, 2022, 05:28:40 PM
I'd take it if they offered. My wife wants to recarpet the living room.
Hardwood floors are da wey ta goe, hey?
Quote from: The Sultan of Semantics on December 19, 2022, 05:28:40 PM
I'd take it if they offered. My wife wants to recarpet the living room.
TMI
Quote from: 4everwarriors on December 19, 2022, 06:14:46 PM
Hardwood floors are da wey ta goe, hey?
Agreed. Carpets are like clothes that you can't really every get as clean as you'd like.
Quote from: Hards Alumni on December 19, 2022, 07:27:04 PM
Agreed. Carpets are like clothes that you can't really every get as clean as you'd like.
I should have said re-floor because I think she agrees.
Unless da drapes match da carpet, aina?
I know I started this somewhat in jest but turning on my serious tone for a second - I'm much more inclined to pay back local establishments who survived incredibly tough times during covid restrictions instead of some corporate bar that has minimal skin in the game for the Milwaukee entertainment scene.
Add in the fact they're supporting our local rival over us and it's a no brainer.
Quote from: panda on December 19, 2022, 08:25:31 PM
I know I started this somewhat in jest but turning on my serious tone for a second - I'm much more inclined to pay back local establishments who survived incredibly tough times during covid restrictions instead of some corporate bar that has minimal skin in the game for the Milwaukee entertainment scene.
Add in the fact they're supporting our local rival over us and it's a no brainer.
Sultan does not approve.
Quote from: ZiggysFryBoy on December 19, 2022, 08:35:29 PM
Sultan does not approve.
Well he is a closet badger fan. The people have spoken.
Quote from: panda on December 19, 2022, 08:43:09 PM
Well he is a closet badger fan. The people have spoken.
Vox populi, vox deus.
;D
https://twitter.com/MajorGoolsbys/status/1604947343849426944?s=20&t=QSFKTAwIljKOltjz_nEPSw
That is fantastic.
Quote from: Mr. Nielsen on December 19, 2022, 09:29:44 PM
;D
https://twitter.com/MajorGoolsbys/status/1604947343849426944?s=20&t=QSFKTAwIljKOltjz_nEPSw
Goolsbys can't stop won't stop.
Makes me want to go there
Go buy a Warriors t-shirt, who else has them? Cheeseburgers are really goood and the wings wow
Eh. After seeing how understated the Badger event looked, my ire drained a bit. Other than some flags, I wouldn't have known any different.
There's plenty of other bars to go to that are way more fun, especially on NMD.
We went to the Major on Saturday because we had our nephew in from out of town, he's big sports fan and we wanted to show him a little MKE color.
Goolsby's had 11 different TV feeds going. That is an incredible dedication to really putting on whatever you wanted to watch. The memorbilia is fantastic and the staff was making sure you weren't thirsty. Fun night.
I don't understand the desire to defend the Mecca? Like what is the end goal? You aren't a stakeholder so what's it to you if people don't go.
Id choose Brat House, Loaded Slate, Goolsbys in that order followed by anywhere else on third before considering heading to a stuffy dime a dozen bar like the Mecca. Also already going to overpay for beer inside why do it outside?
Quote from: Galway Eagle on December 20, 2022, 12:47:17 PM
I don't understand the desire to defend the Mecca? Like what is the end goal? You aren't a stakeholder so what's it to you if people don't go.
I dont really care about the Mecca, but I have appreciated a bar hosting Marquette fans at pretty much every away game I've ever attended.
So yeah - I'm glad those places willingly took MU fan money.
Two buddies and I walked out of Fiserv at 9:45 pm ( a Tuesday night ) following the Baylor game. MECCA is the first bar on the way to the car, so we decide to stop in to watch the end of the Badger/Wake Forest game, which at that point is about a 4 point game with 7:00 to go in the 2nd half.
Order a round for us. There's maybe 20-25 others in there, all watching the UW game.
At about the 4:00 minute mark in a roughly even game they announce "last call". At about the 1:30 mark they shut off every TV in the place and throw everyone out.
I have never seen such a boneheaded move in a "so called" sports bar in my life ( probably made by a bar manager who's last gig was managing an Applebee's in Dubuque). I don't care a bit if the bar hosted a Badger party for the MU game------this stunt was all I needed to never go back. I don't like rewarding stupidity.
Galway
Are you really surprised that Fluff has taken a side and is sticking to an opinion? I would more shocked if he did not have a strong opinion on any thread over him sticking to his guns on any topic. He is not one that usually leaves a thread quietly, even if he is outnumbered. FWIW I think Mecca Bar sucks and I am Goolsby's or Buck Bradley's guy.
Quote from: Goose on December 20, 2022, 01:49:45 PM
Galway
Are you really surprised that Fluff has taken a side and is sticking to an opinion? I would more shocked if he did not have a strong opinion on any thread over him sticking to his guns on any topic. He is not one that usually leaves a thread quietly, even if he is outnumbered. FWIW I think Mecca Bar sucks and I am Goolsby's or Buck Bradley's guy.
My Trifecta Box for MU games would be:
Brat House
Goolsbys
Buck Bradley's
Any order is a winner.
Quote from: Galway Eagle on December 20, 2022, 12:47:17 PM
I don't understand the desire to defend the Mecca? Like what is the end goal? You aren't a stakeholder so what's it to you if people don't go.
Id choose Brat House, Loaded Slate, Goolsbys in that order followed by anywhere else on third before considering heading to a stuffy dime a dozen bar like the Mecca. Also already going to overpay for beer inside why do it outside?
I'm not defending the MECCA. I have never been there and will likely never go. Brat House, Buck Bradley's...whatever...are much better places to pre and post game.
I am laughing at how upset people got for them hosting a UW event, with some even calling for a boycott of the place, only to have MU book it for their official NMD pep rally.
Quote from: The Sultan of Semantics on December 20, 2022, 02:23:11 PM
I'm not defending the MECCA. I have never been there and will likely never go. Brat House, Buck Bradley's...whatever...are much better places to pre and post game.
I am laughing at how upset people got for them hosting a UW event, with some even calling for a boycott of the place, only to have MU book it for their official NMD pep rally.
Another #MUmarketingfail.
The MECCA sucks. But it's because the bar sucks, not because they hosted an away game event. Especially for an away team that probably has more fans in the away city than the home team has anyway.
Every school does this. MU had pregame events in South Bend, they have events in Madison every other year, etc.
Quote from: wadesworld on December 20, 2022, 02:26:23 PM
Another #MUmarketingfail.
The MECCA sucks. But it's because the bar sucks, not because they hosted an away game event. Especially for an away team that probably has more fans in the away city than the home team has anyway.
Every school does this. MU had pregame events in South Bend, they have events in Madison every other year, etc.
Right. They are doing it at MECCA because it's right outside the arena, not because it is a great place.
As I said earlier in the topic, I was once at Mo's pre-game and they were hosting a Xavier event. Ditto the old Milwaukee Brewing place (Glass & Griddle?) for another opponent.
Getting upset because an opposing school is hosting a pre-game event at a place that is trying to drum up as much business as possible is just dumb.
Quote from: The Sultan of Semantics on December 20, 2022, 02:31:30 PM
Right. They are doing it at MECCA because it's right outside the arena, not because it is a great place.
As I said earlier in the topic, I was once at Mo's pre-game and they were hosting a Xavier event. Ditto the old Milwaukee Brewing place (Glass & Griddle?) for another opponent.
Getting upset because an opposing school is hosting a pre-game event at a place that is trying to drum up as much business as possible is just dumb.
The Bucks own The Mecca. You know, Marquette's landlord. That's why people are pissed, more so they had 20 Badger flags a flying.
That said, the joke is on the Badgers as the food and service sucks, the prices are off the charts, and it is understaffed....kinda like inside Fiserv.
Go to the Brat House for double bubbles.
Bucky should go to Mo's, as they both suck.
Quote from: Dr. Blackheart on December 20, 2022, 02:42:53 PM
That said, the joke is on the Badgers as the food and service sucks, the prices are off the chats, and it is understaffed....kinda like inside Fiserv.
Go to the Brat House for double bubbles.
Man, ain't that the truth. Fiserv has declined to the point where it's totally laughable how bad the experience is for the price.
Can they add a 12,000 seat arena to the Iron District?
What's the point of a rivalry if you cant hold irrational feelings towards the rivals and those who support said rivals?
Just a bunch of "know it all" wet blankets ruining a fun boycott.
Quote from: ZiggysFryBoy on December 20, 2022, 02:46:32 PM
Bucky should go to Mo's, as they both suck.
Mo's does suck too. But MECCA is worse.
Quote from: panda on December 20, 2022, 03:04:14 PM
What's the point of a rivalry if you cant hold irrational feelings towards the rivals and those who support said rivals?
Just a bunch of "know it all" wet blankets ruining a fun boycott.
Remember, Sultan is a "businessman", so he's well versed in running and marketing a tavern.
Quote from: The Sultan of Semantics on December 20, 2022, 02:23:11 PM
I'm not defending the MECCA. I have never been there and will likely never go. Brat House, Buck Bradley's...whatever...are much better places to pre and post game.
How do you know this?
Quote from: We R Final Four on December 20, 2022, 03:15:08 PM
How do you know this?
Well based on the wisdom of Scoop of course!
Quote from: The Sultan of Semantics on December 20, 2022, 03:17:06 PM
Well based on the wisdom of Scoop of course!
1. I once went to Jamaica......but Aruba is much better.
2. Ive never been to Aruba though.
Quote from: MUfan12 on December 20, 2022, 02:48:41 PM
Man, ain't that the truth. Fiserv has declined to the point where it's totally laughable how bad the experience is for the price.
Can they add a 12,000 seat arena to the Iron District?
The Fiserv is hilariously bad. I was so excited for it to open becasue we played in a 1980s Soviet Union style hockey arena but OMG do I miss the BC. Food is terrible. God forbid you want a hotdog or popcorn, that's a hike. The prices for food & drink are obnoxious. And the ordering system some face to face, some person to pad, some phone only is so clunky and random.
My rule now is no food and a beer a half. I am not cheap but I would much rather give my money to Goolsbys, Bucks or Brats.
Besides the price, Chic-Fil-A in the Fiserv is good. Fries and sauce is the same, sandwich a little less quality than a normal store. Put in an order on my phone and it's ready in 5. Laughing taco stands are fine.
Other than that, have not had a positive concession experience in the Fiserv.
Fiserv is AWFUL.
The service is terrible, food not good and prices are insane. The fact that they now serve BUD, Michelob and other dreck just makes it worse.
MECCA, also owned by the Bucks is also terrible
Gotta build our own on-campus arena!
<ducks>
Which one has the best chef or southwest salad? If equal, which one is a Pepsi place vs a Coke place?
Quote from: We R Final Four on December 20, 2022, 03:22:09 PM
1. I once went to Jamaica......but Aruba is much better.
2. Ive never been to Aruba though.
I fully understand the lack of logic I used.
Quote from: The Lens on December 20, 2022, 03:46:56 PM
The Fiserv is hilariously bad. I was so excited for it to open becasue we played in a 1980s Soviet Union style hockey arena but OMG do I miss the BC. Food is terrible. God forbid you want a hotdog or popcorn, that's a hike. The prices for food & drink are obnoxious. And the ordering system some face to face, some person to pad, some phone only is so clunky and random.
My rule now is no food and a beer a half. I am not cheap but I would much rather give my money to Goolsbys, Bucks or Brats.
It's terrible. I've seen the Bucks owners interviewed saying it's all about the fans, and they want to make everything about the arena experience the best for them. There is nothing good about it as a fan — the food is awful, ordering system is terrible, prices are even crazier than many venues.
Quote from: Galway Eagle on December 20, 2022, 12:47:17 PM
Id choose Brat House, Loaded Slate, Goolsbys in that order followed by anywhere else on third before considering heading to a stuffy dime a dozen bar like the Mecca. Also already going to overpay for beer inside why do it outside?
Sadly, the Loaded Slate has closed.
Brat House and Goolsby's are still #1 and #2 for me also.
https://twitter.com/majorgoolsbys/status/1607482002063736837?s=46&t=W1TzxmwivXFi7MyofR0iUw
I love it.
The sultan family enjoyed their Christmas day meal at the Mecca.
Quote from: ZiggysFryBoy on December 26, 2022, 07:49:54 PM
The sultan family enjoyed their Christmas day meal at the Mecca.
I heard they named an entree after him
Quote from: MU82 on December 20, 2022, 04:44:51 PM
Gotta build our own on-campus arena!
<ducks>
Well, you are partially correct. We need to restart the football team, then build an on campus domed football stadium, where we can play basketball as well.
Quote from: lawdog77 on December 27, 2022, 08:03:11 AM
Well, you are partially correct. We need to restart the football team, then build an on campus domed football stadium, where we can play basketball as well.
Why would we do that when we could play at a domed soccer stadium? Far superior viewing and home field environment
Quote from: JWags85 on December 27, 2022, 08:49:23 AM
Why would we do that when we could play at a domed soccer stadium? Far superior viewing and home field environment
The only way to bring back the Warrior name is to have football. win win
Quote from: lawdog77 on December 27, 2022, 08:52:43 AM
The only way to bring back the Warrior name is to have football. win win
What about Med School
The Mecca is the reason we don't have a football team. Well, that and Quentin Grimes.
Quote from: Newsdreams on December 27, 2022, 12:17:25 PM
What about Med School
Only if we can swap it for the Dental School.
Quote from: JakeBarnes on December 27, 2022, 01:44:09 PM
The Mecca is the reason we don't have a football team. Well, that and Quentin Grimes.
I was at the Mecca when they cancelled the football program. Quentin Grimes grandmother was there, too. She had terrible body language and told everyone she wanted to play football at Kansas
https://twitter.com/majorgoolsbys/status/1611543674818633734?s=46&t=ERQtIrIMhPdayouaYpxvgw
Panda—my daughter and I will make the 1/2 block trek tomorrow. I love it....Goolsbys stands the test of time!
unnatural carnal knowledge the Badgers....unnatural carnal knowledge those who love the Badgers.....unnatural carnal knowledge MU fans who love thr badgers but claim they dont.
Quote from: We R Final Four on January 07, 2023, 12:03:42 AM
Panda—my daughter and I will make the 1/2 block trek tomorrow. I love it....Goolsbys stands the test of time!
unnatural carnal knowledge the Badgers....unnatural carnal knowledge those who love the Badgers.....unnatural carnal knowledge MU fans who love thr badgers but claim they dont.
Love it ! Tomorrow will be the first pre game I won't be spending at goolsbys in a while. It has been great to see it packed each time I've been there. Always happy to support a loyal local business.
Quote from: MU82 on December 20, 2022, 04:44:51 PM
Gotta build our own on-campus arena!
<ducks>
I'm sure you have $300 million laying around for the cause.
Besides, if you think concessions are bad now, wait until Marquette gets a hold of them Dorm food for everyone!!!!
I was at Goolsby's before the SH game and the place was packed. Brought back great memories and loved seeing it so crowded. It moved ahead of Buck Bradley's as my go to spot pregame.
Quote from: Goose on January 07, 2023, 08:33:11 AM
I was at Goolsby's before the SH game and the place was packed. Brought back great memories and loved seeing it so crowded. It moved ahead of Buck Bradley's as my go to spot pregame.
I wore my Goolsby's "Always Warriors" shirt in Ft. Myers and I had at least 100 people ask to take my picture. Not of my face but of the back of the shirt. For a few days, my claim to fame was that I had the most Instagrammed backside in Florida. Thank god for wide angle.
Apt description of Wisconsin badgers.
Quote from: Dr. Blackheart on January 07, 2023, 08:42:39 AM
I wore my Goolsby's "Always Warriors" shirt in Ft. Myers and I had at least 100 people ask to take my picture. Not of my face but of the back of the shirt. For a few days, my claim to fame was that I had the most Instagrammed backside in Florida. That god for wide angle.
Ha ! That's an awesome story.
Goolsbys creating memories
Quote from: Miss Katie's on December 20, 2022, 06:54:37 PM
It's terrible. I've seen the Bucks owners interviewed saying it's all about the fans, and they want to make everything about the arena experience the best for them. There is nothing good about it as a fan — the food is awful, ordering system is terrible, prices are even crazier than many venues.
I was hypocrite for many years on beer prices. Complained about them, but still enjoyed 1-2 beers each game. I finally took a stand and stopped ordering beer last year. I'm sure my one-man protest is making a big dent haha
It's wild to me that a 20 oz. beer is cheaper at MSG during the Big East tournament than it is for a regular season game at Fiserv.
My wife and I took our daughter and her friend to Goolsby's before a game during her tour of MU, we all loved it. I got a Warrior shirt. My kind of place but also the two 17 year old girls really liked it.
Seeing online reviews and pictures of Mecca don't get me excited about going there.
As for the idea of not going to Mecca due to their Wisconsin 'tie in', I get it. I know Michigan, Kansas, Texas, Notre Dame and UCLA guys who avoid bars because of them being 'rival' bars, but I guess those schools suffer from little brother syndrome.
White Trash
Keep buying those Warrior shirts. I think the guy who provides them to Goolsby's is a big, big MU fan.
Quote from: Goose on January 07, 2023, 08:53:24 AM
White Trash
Keep buying those Warrior shirts. I think the guy who provides them to Goolsby's is a big, big MU fan.
I bought five for myself and some buddies before the Wisconsin game :-)
panda
Spread the word. Full disclosure, I have nothing to gain from the shirts, but have heard the guy behind them knows his Warrior stuff.
Quote from: Goose on January 07, 2023, 08:56:56 AM
panda
Spread the word. Full disclosure, I have nothing to gain from the shirts, but have heard the guy behind them knows his Warrior stuff.
Easy - love to support a passionate warriors fan ;-)
Quote from: Goose on January 07, 2023, 08:56:56 AM
panda
Spread the word. Full disclosure, I have nothing to gain from the shirts, but have heard the guy behind them knows his Warrior stuff.
But does he know ball?
Quote from: pbiflyer on January 07, 2023, 08:43:17 AM
Apt description of Wisconsin badgers.
Notice that bucky is the kitten European badger.
So, next month, when I make my first visit to Fiserve, I will see everybody at Goolsby's beforehand?
Quote from: tower912 on January 07, 2023, 10:39:03 AM
So, next month, when I make my first visit to Fiserve, I will see everybody at Goolsby's beforehand?
Or you can meet sultan at the Mecca. Your call.
There's a difference between being a (enter team name) bar and being a bar that hosted a pregame event for (enter team name). There are Marquette bars in Chicago. Kettle of Fish in NYC is a Packers bar. The MECCA is a crappy bar (bad food and service) that hosted an event for a bunch of clowns. It's not a Badger bar. Says more about the Badgers that they decided that'd be the spot to have it. Only positive about it is location. Guess their fans were able to avoid most of the scary Milwaukee streets by making it so close to the arena.
Quote from: wadesworld on January 07, 2023, 11:28:12 AM
There's a difference between being a (enter team name) bar and being a bar that hosted a pregame event for (enter team name). There are Marquette bars in Chicago. Kettle of Fish in NYC is a Packers bar. The MECCA is a crappy bar (bad food and service) that hosted an event for a bunch of clowns. It's not a Badger bar. Says more about the Badgers that they decided that'd be the spot to have it. Only positive about it is location. Guess their fans were able to avoid most of the scary Milwaukee streets by making it so close to the arena.
I hear they play the scanner at the Mecca when 4ever dines there.
Wades
Kettle of Fish was owned by a Tosa guy, went to grade school with his brother.
Quote from: Retire0 on January 07, 2023, 10:06:18 AM
But does he know ball?
Yes, I know ball and t-shirts!
Quote from: Goose on January 07, 2023, 12:02:48 PM
Wades
Kettle of Fish was owned by a Tosa guy, went to grade school with his brother.
He took good care of my cousin when she moved out to Brooklyn in her early 20s.
Wades
Small world. Good folks, old neighborhood friends and still see my buddy often at the gym.
Quote from: JakeBarnes on January 07, 2023, 11:58:04 AM
I hear they play the scanner at the Mecca when 4ever dines there.
Man, Eye keep movin'. Don't wanna stand in won spot two long udderwise ur a sittin' duck, aina?
Goolsbys calling out the mecca over their mic before the game today was pretty fun.
Quote from: BCHoopster on January 07, 2023, 12:47:04 PM
Yes, I know ball and t-shirts!
With this knowledge, might stop in for a shirt.
Quote from: Goose on January 07, 2023, 12:02:48 PM
Wades
Kettle of Fish was owned by a Tosa guy, went to grade school with his brother.
The building that KoF is in had a fire a little while back and a lot of it was damaged, unfortunately.
Bump for your evening plans
Quote from: panda on January 11, 2023, 11:47:52 AM
Bump for your evening plans
Will leave Brat House at 5:25 pm; stop at MECCA at 5:31 to take a leak; without buying anything, exit MECCA at 5:34; and after security check enter Fiserv at 5:45, refreshed and ready to take down UCONN.
Quote from: Dickthedribbler on January 11, 2023, 12:15:42 PM
Will leave Brat House at 5:25 pm; stop at MECCA at 5:31 to take a leak; without buying anything, exit MECCA at 5:34; and after security check enter Fiserv at 5:45, refreshed and ready to take down UCONN.
Flush twice
4 of us meeting up at O'Lydia's then taking their shuttle that doesn't stop at MECCA.
3 minutes ta take a piss, hey?
If it doesn't take at least two minutes, you really didn't have to go.
Quote from: Dickthedribbler on January 11, 2023, 12:15:42 PM
Will leave Brat House at 5:25 pm; stop at MECCA at 5:31 to take a leak; without buying anything, exit MECCA at 5:34; and after security check enter Fiserv at 5:45, refreshed and ready to take down UCONN.
Nice.
Quote from: 4everwarriors on January 11, 2023, 01:42:41 PM
3 minutes ta take a piss, hey?
If I have time, I often wash up after.
Dribbler
The more you post, the more I like you. Bring home the win!!!
Quote from: 4everwarriors on January 11, 2023, 01:42:41 PM
3 minutes ta take a piss, hey?
His user name explains everything.
Quote from: 4everwarriors on January 11, 2023, 01:42:41 PM
3 minutes ta take a piss, hey?
Normal for the over 70 crowd!
Saw this tonight at the game...
Quote from: We R Final Four on January 11, 2023, 10:17:04 PM
Saw this tonight at the game...
Marquette is so f*cking clueless.
I noticed some of the TVs in the Fiserv that said Welcome to tonight's game and it showed MU logo & the Georgetown logo.
Quote from: MU Fan in Connecticut on January 11, 2023, 10:23:53 PM
I noticed some of the TVs in the Fiserv that said Welcome to tonight's game and it showed MU logo & the Georgetown logo.
Well, they are right once per year. :o
The Major is happy MUScoop has noticed our twitter account. Rest assured, our tweets mocking our turncoat neighbors down the street will continue unabated.
We are Milwaukee's original sports mecca!
Quote from: majorgoolsbys on January 15, 2023, 02:10:52 PM
The Major is happy MUScoop has noticed our twitter account. Rest assured, our tweets mocking our turncoat neighbors down the street will continue unabated.
We are Milwaukee's original sports mecca!
Indeed! Love it!
Quote from: majorgoolsbys on January 15, 2023, 02:10:52 PM
The Major is happy MUScoop has noticed our twitter account. Rest assured, our tweets mocking our turncoat neighbors down the street will continue unabated.
We are Milwaukee's original sports mecca!
Thank you for your service major
Major Goolsby's----Locally Owned, Warrior Staffed ! ! ! 8-)
Bump
we can vote early and often on this one, right? trying to log in my dead grandparents(RIP) for a few more votes...
Bump
Quote from: Newsdreams on February 15, 2023, 07:25:37 AM
What time will you be there?
Freeway and I will be at the front door shaking hands dream boy
Quote from: panda on February 15, 2023, 07:38:42 AM
Freeway and I will be at the front door shaking hands dream boy
I will be in the men's room shaking.
Quote from: rocky_warrior on February 15, 2023, 09:50:25 AM
More than 3 times?!!!
I hope not. That would be a mortal sin.
Quote from: rocky_warrior on February 15, 2023, 09:50:25 AM
More than 3 times?!!!
I will wait for The Dribbler to set the rules for me...
Quote from: Dr. Blackheart on February 15, 2023, 08:21:48 AM
I will be in the men's room shaking.
Hope ewe won't bea shakin' ur johnson, hey?
The Major with another brilliant Gameday Tweet.
Quote from: The Lens on February 15, 2023, 01:57:45 PM
The Major with another brilliant Gameday Tweet.
What was it? Love this.
https://twitter.com/MajorGoolsbys/status/1625941017630220288?s=20 (https://twitter.com/MajorGoolsbys/status/1625941017630220288?s=20)
QuoteHUGE game tonight. Winner of MU/Xavier will be alone in first place in the Big East.
Where you gonna go before and after? How about a place that serves Miller products, accepts cash, and respects its customers? And didn't...well, you know.
See everyone tonight at Goolsby's!
Haha—I love that they keep this going and wont let it die. Talk about marketing!
drink local
Anyone going to The Mecca's pregame party?
It's a great line-up:
• Chalk Talk with Joey Meyer
• Autographs from Tom Kleinschmidt
• $37 Goose Islands (12 oz)
• Red & white pompoms giveaway left over from their National Wisconsin Day Rally
Quote from: The Lens on February 25, 2023, 07:49:22 AM
Anyone going to The Mecca's pregame party?
It's a great line-up:
• Chalk Talk with Joey Meyer
• Autographs from Tom Kleinschmidt
• $37 Goose Islands (12 oz)
• Red & white pompoms giveaway left over from their National Wisconsin Day Rally
LOL!
Quote from: The Lens on February 25, 2023, 07:49:22 AM
Anyone going to The Mecca's pregame party?
It's a great line-up:
• Chalk Talk with Joey Meyer
• Autographs from Tom Kleinschmidt
• $37 Goose Islands (12 oz)
• Red & white pompoms giveaway left over from their National Wisconsin Day Rally
Hard pass...
(https://i.ytimg.com/vi/YwJDTsAcR0k/mqdefault.jpg)
Quote from: The Lens on February 25, 2023, 07:49:22 AM
Anyone going to The Mecca's pregame party?
It's a great line-up:
• Chalk Talk with Joey Meyer
• Autographs from Tom Kleinschmidt
• $37 Goose Islands (12 oz)
• Red & white pompoms giveaway left over from their National Wisconsin Day Rally
Haha....and Sultan taking coats at the door.
Quote from: Dr. Blackheart on February 25, 2023, 08:24:26 AM
Hard pass...
(https://i.ytimg.com/vi/YwJDTsAcR0k/mqdefault.jpg)
Knot shakin' da mf'er's hand, ether, hey?
Quote from: We R Final Four on February 26, 2023, 06:56:19 AM
Haha....and Sultan taking coats at the door.
Sultan admitted he was wrong and we all have to move on. He said so.
I walked past the MECCA on my way to the Major last night.
They were handing out flyers for their Butler Watch Party. Looks like a great time.
But I was really intrigued by next Saturday's promotion. If you buy any Bud Light bottle for $28 dollars, you get a Al McGuire bobble head. Al in full St. John's garb. And the base says:
"Before he was a Warrior, He was a Red Man."
Bump
We are rocking at Goolsby's!! Stop by Warrior fans!
Quote from: Goose on March 04, 2023, 11:10:23 AM
We are rocking at Goolsby's!! Stop by Warrior fans!
Bring home a w, goose
Quote from: Goose on March 04, 2023, 11:10:23 AM
We are rocking at Goolsby's!! Stop by Warrior fans!
Same goose! What an atmosphere today! Was that you running the MU birthday chant?
fjm
Not in the birthday party, but here with family. Three generations of Warrior fans.
My Bucks fan buddy just saw NoLonger slumped at the bar here in a red and white argyle shitposting.
Quote from: GoFastAndWin on March 04, 2023, 04:25:44 PM
My Bucks fan buddy just saw NoLonger slumped at the bar here in a red and white argyle crapposting.
Probably drinking a Bud Light.
Quote from: GoFastAndWin on March 04, 2023, 04:25:44 PM
My Bucks fan buddy just saw NoLonger slumped at the bar here in a red and white argyle crapposting.
That's sultan
Quote from: GoFastAndWin on March 04, 2023, 04:25:44 PM
My Bucks fan buddy just saw NoLonger slumped at the bar here in a red and white argyle crapposting.
One mikes hard lemonade does that to him
Shaka and team was just featured on CBS after the Purdue game. They are at MECCA.
Brilliant.
Quote from: tower912 on March 12, 2023, 04:56:46 PM
Brilliant.
Yep.
Shaka is milking every single angle.
Remember the "Kam on campus" video, where he gave out Marquette gear to any traitor in Badger attire?
#Respect
Heck, even JJ Watt said he's pulling for MU.
I guess he's a bigger man than me in addition to physical size
Nah, he just wants the 10 p.m. sports gig on a Milwaukee TV station, aina?
FYI for sultan - Mecca currently has a live feed of wisconsins empty locker room for the games today
Panda
The MU fans are at Goolsby's. Great crowd here.
Quote from: Goose on March 17, 2023, 01:26:33 PM
Panda
The MU fans are at Goolsby's. Great crowd here.
Goose we should've met up. I was there as well but not checking my phone. Fantastic atmosphere
Quote from: panda on March 17, 2023, 12:41:15 PM
FYI for sultan - Mecca currently has a live feed of wisconsins empty locker room for the games today
Lol
Quote from: Goose on March 17, 2023, 01:26:33 PM
Panda
The MU fans are at Goolsby's. Great crowd here.
Great to see you Goose.
1 down
5 to go
The Lens
Great to see you as well. Let's keep it rolling.
If you end up at the MECCA for any games, you better have the last name Haslam, Edens or Lasry.
The rest of us own Goolsby's. It's pure Milwaukee.
I have 0.0 interest of ever going yo that establishment and I've been told be about dozen people that their food is beyond horrid.
https://x.com/badgervb/status/1701671898680098824?s=46&t=el-XnIMOEDcxAw3lmg3L5A
FYI for the badger volleyball fans on here...
Quote from: panda on September 12, 2023, 09:10:12 PM
https://x.com/badgervb/status/1701671898680098824?s=46&t=el-XnIMOEDcxAw3lmg3L5A
FYI for the badger volleyball fans on here...
We all know who will be driving down....
FYI MU Alumni Assoc has posted they are hosting Pre and Post- Game at....... MAJOR GOOLSBYS ! ! ! 8-)
Goolsby's should be the HQ for all of the games. Hope they have more watch parties this season.
Quote from: The Lens on March 18, 2023, 07:32:45 AM
If you end up at the MECCA for any games, you better have the last name Haslam, Edens or Lasry.
The rest of us own Goolsby's. It's pure Milwaukee.
Can I go there before Bucks games...because I really enjoyed the Bucks winning a championship under their (minus Haslam) ownership? I also like playing at Fiserv, and it's been great having Wes and Jae around. I hate UW as much as the next guy, but I'm a little conflicted here.
Quote from: panda on September 12, 2023, 09:10:12 PM
https://x.com/badgervb/status/1701671898680098824?s=46&t=el-XnIMOEDcxAw3lmg3L5A
FYI for the badger volleyball fans on here...
If MU with the win. Sultan pissed?
Quote from: avid1010 on September 13, 2023, 06:49:56 PM
Can I go there before Bucks games...because I really enjoyed the Bucks winning a championship under their (minus Haslam) ownership? I also like playing at Fiserv, and it's been great having Wes and Jae around. I hate UW as much as the next guy, but I'm a little conflicted here.
It's bad service, a bar + restaurant managed by people who are not bar + restaurant people. The menu is extremely limited, food is solid in theory but not always in execution. The build out is amazing but they keep half the place closed off bc of "staffing".
At the end of the day, there are a lot of other spots on MLK that are owned + operated by lifetime hospitality folks who know how to pull a draft and cook a burger. They also know when to put on X game or turn off Y channel. You're better spending your money there until the Billionaires actually invest brainpower into The Mecca.
Quote from: The Lens on September 14, 2023, 08:13:50 AM
It's bad service, a bar + restaurant managed by people who are not bar + restaurant people. The menu is extremely limited, food is solid in theory but not always in execution. The build out is amazing but they keep half the place closed off bc of "staffing".
At the end of the day, there are a lot of other spots on MLK that are owned + operated by lifetime hospitality folks who know how to pull a draft and cook a burger. They also know when to put on X game or turn off Y channel. You're better spending your money there until the Billionaires actually invest brainpower into The Mecca.
Sultan to the rescue! World's smartest man.
Quote from: The Lens on September 14, 2023, 08:13:50 AM
It's bad service, a bar + restaurant managed by people who are not bar + restaurant people. The menu is extremely limited, food is solid in theory but not always in execution. The build out is amazing but they keep half the place closed off bc of "staffing".
At the end of the day, there are a lot of other spots on MLK that are owned + operated by lifetime hospitality folks who know how to pull a draft and cook a burger. They also know when to put on X game or turn off Y channel. You're better spending your money there until the Billionaires actually invest brainpower into The Mecca.
The Mecca now has a food location INSIDE FiFo. First Budweiser, now this. Doomed
Quote from: Dr. Blackheart on September 14, 2023, 09:55:42 AM
The Mecca now has a food location INSIDE FiFo. First Budweiser, now this. Doomed
No tap beer in the FiFo last night. Per a staffer, no taps until the Bucks season starts. Have they done this all summer for concerts too?
That makes sense from a logistical standpoint. When you have 90% of the events between October and May why get that whole system cleaned after one or two events/month.
Quote from: MUfan12 on September 14, 2023, 10:02:24 AM
That makes sense from a logistical standpoint. When you have 90% of the events between October and May why get that whole system cleaned after one or two events/month.
I get it for last night but if you're dropping a few hundred dollars on a concert don't you expect the venue to be full service?
Quote from: Dr. Blackheart on September 14, 2023, 09:55:42 AM
The Mecca now has a food location INSIDE FiFo. First Budweiser, now this. Doomed
I think they took over the Sobelmans locations a few years ago.
Quote from: cheebs09 on September 14, 2023, 10:28:27 AM
I think they took over the Sobelmans locations a few years ago.
Technically the MECCA has been at the Fiserv the whole time bc it's all Levy. And that's why the MECCA is average on its best day. You have a concessionaire trying to run a restaurant, it's not their core competancy.
Quote from: cheebs09 on September 14, 2023, 10:28:27 AM
I think they took over the Sobelmans locations a few years ago.
I am in the clubs. I don't often make it up there with the peasants.
Was happy to have a Big Wave in a frosty can, though.
Quote from: Dr. Blackheart on September 14, 2023, 09:55:42 AM
The Mecca now has a food location INSIDE FiFo. First Budweiser, now this. Doomed
Apparently they took down the MU flag outside of the Forum as well. Next thing you know there will be a UW flag up there.
Quote from: The Lens on September 14, 2023, 10:11:59 AM
I get it for last night but if you're dropping a few hundred dollars on a concert don't you expect the venue to be full service?
Here me out. They can still use cans.
Quote from: Hards Alumni on September 14, 2023, 01:00:47 PM
Here me out. They can still use cans.
Yes. But many customers prefer tap beer and it's also way more profitable.
For an event like last night, no problem but if I was dropping $350 on a major touring act I would hop the venue isn't in "off season" mode.
Bump
The campaign worked?
Just got an email... Blue and Gold Pregame Reception
SATURDAY, DEC. 7
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Blue and Gold Celebration
MECCA Sports Bar and Grill (across from Fiserv Forum)
1134 N. Vel R. Phillips Ave., Milwaukee
Registration options:
$40 per adult (price will increase to $45 at the door)
$15 per child ages 3-12
FREE for children 2 and younger
Price includes a brunch buffet, beer, wine, hard seltzers and soda. Cash bar will be available.
Excited to see what bar we can turn on that hosts the Badger's pregame.
Quote from: TallTitan34 on November 01, 2024, 12:20:37 PMExcited to see what bar we can turn on that hosts the Badger's pregame.
Was thinking the same tbh.
We can ask Sultan.
I'm sort of hoping Goolsby's goes for it.
Quote from: cheebs09 on November 01, 2024, 02:07:34 PMI'm sort of hoping Goolsby's goes for it.
My guess is that would be highly unlikely:
https://x.com/MajorGoolsbys/status/1756353509262590150?t=NNYJjdqBfmks8lPk8VMgKw&s=19
I think Badger fans will pregame in the parking lot, in their cars with Fireball shooters and White Snake on the tape players.
Aren't we all boycotting them though?
Quote from: wadesworld on November 01, 2024, 04:33:06 PMAren't we all boycotting them though?
I choose to not visit mecca not because they host badger events, but because they only sell Budweiser products and I am a miller beer guy.
Boycott? Not really, just more of a preference of choice.
Quote from: WhiteTrash on November 01, 2024, 04:23:06 PMI think Badger fans will pregame in the parking lot, in their cars with Fireball shooters and White Snake on the tape players.
@Viper which lot will you be parking in?
Quote from: cheebs09 on November 01, 2024, 02:07:34 PMI'm sort of hoping Goolsby's goes for it.
Zero chance. The owner is a huge marquette fan. You should have seen him after the #1 nova takedown.