MU Social Scene

[warthog-driver]

Lighthouse 84 has this list at the bottom of his posts:

HILLTOP SENIOR SURVEY from 1984 Yearbook
“favorite drinking establishment”
1. The Avalanche         8.  Park Avenue
2. The Gym                 9.  Mugrack
3. The Ardmore           10. Lighthouse
4. O’Donohues
5. O’Pagets
6. Hegarty’s
7. Major Goolsby’s


I get the 'Lanche and I assume Hegarty's is Jim Hegarty's and not the Glocca Mora. I don't see Lenny's on this list, though, nor is The Camel Club listed. What other watering holes are missing?

[rocky_warrior]

Clearly this page needs some added, but there's some good detail too...

http://wiki.muscoop.com/doku.php/bars/start

[Avenue Commons]

Leave the kids the f*** alone. I graduated in '97 and never heard of half these bars. The current freshman were born in 1991. Campus Town is "old" to them.

Point is the Marquette of old is long, long gone. And he Marquette of today is better than when we were there.

And I don't think they care a lot about old nicknames, either,.............

[warthog-driver]

C'mon. How can you say the Marquette of Sy's Deli, Cardign Bookstore, Cousin's Subs, the 'Lanche, Jim Hegarty's, Lenny's Tap, Bumblebees, Bo's Untuckeds, the guy in the top corner of the Arena yelling Give 'em Hell Al at the end of the anthem, Blondie, the Butch and Bo Show, Fr Donnelly at the Varsity, Landy, Archie, et al have nothing to do with the MU of today? Embrace the past but live the future. 

[larryt4]

GERMAN BEER HALL

nuff said

[NoCheese]

After all these years it's still a pretty ugly area. Campus beautification my arse

[4everwarriors]

C'mon. How can you say the Marquette of Sy's Deli, Cardign Bookstore, Cousin's Subs, the 'Lanche, Jim Hegarty's, Lenny's Tap, Bumblebees, Bo's Untuckeds, the guy in the top corner of the Arena yelling Give 'em Hell Al at the end of the anthem, Blondie, the Butch and Bo Show, Fr Donnelly at the Varsity, Landy, Archie, et al have nothing to do with the MU of today? Embrace the past but live the future. 

U Store, Blue Deli, Dal's, Submarine Sandwich Shop, Grebe's, J.J. Garlic's, Gym Bar, Ardmore, Italian Beef.

Fr. Naus and midnight mass at Schroeder
Mr. Ripoff at the bookstore
TMSUB---typical Marquette stuck-up bitches.

[Lighthouse 84]

Back in the early 80's, a lot of the houses on campus were named.  Our house was the Lighthouse, due to a big window in the front of the house on the second floor that looked made it look like a lighthouse.

We lived down the street from the Budhouse, the Yellow House, Pleasure Palace and the Blue House.  I think too many trips to the Budhouse made me forget the rest of them.

As for places other than bars, don't forget Wales on Wells, Suburpia or the Mugrack.

[StillAWarrior]

The current freshman were born in 1991.

Wow......Just, wow.


I graduated in 1991.  The list in our yearbook was probably pretty much like that list.

FWIW, I didn't think the original post was at all critical of the current students or the current social scene.  I think he was just asking what bars other people remembered.  Maybe I'm wrong.  I think campus progress is good and would love to get back and see what is there -- it's been about 15 years since I've been back.

[LON]

Back in the early 80's, a lot of the houses on campus were named.  Our house was the Lighthouse, due to a big window in the front of the house on the second floor that looked made it look like a lighthouse.

We lived down the street from the Budhouse, the Yellow House, Pleasure Palace and the Blue House.  I think too many trips to the Budhouse made me forget the rest of them.

As for places other than bars, don't forget Wales on Wells, Suburpia or the Mugrack.

The Blue House was still called that when I was there from '02-'06 and the one behind it was called the Dollhouse - I think that was the one that Farley's girlfriend was rumored to live in until he started it on fire (I have no idea how much truth is to that).

[esotericmindguy]

After all these years it's still a pretty ugly area. Campus beautification my arse

You think? I disagree, I was just in Milwaukee and thought the campus looked great.  

[mu_hilltopper]

Curious, in terms of bar-count, what's the number of bars near campus now, versus the past?

(Near campus = within a mile)

I'm guessing there were +6 more bars to hit prior to 1995.  

[MUDPT]

Farley store is true from the biography I read about him last year.  The university made a compromise basically saying that he could finish his courses at Madison and those would be honored as courses at Marquette.

[mu-rara]

Leave the kids the f*** alone. I graduated in '97 and never heard of half these bars. The current freshman were born in 1991. Campus Town is "old" to them.

Point is the Marquette of old is long, long gone. And he Marquette of today is better than when we were there.

And I don't think they care a lot about old nicknames, either,.............

Anybody else think that this is a "douchy" post?

[LA]

Bars Near campus (within 1 mile)

Caffreys
Hegarty's
Murphy's
Angelo's
Conway's
The Hearp and Shamrock
Jim's Timeout
The New Yorker

I think that about covers it, let me know if I missed any.

[Golden Avalanche]

Anybody else think that this is a "douchy" post?

No doubt it's douchey.

And, put me down for the campus being in better shape then when I was there.

[WellsstreetWanderer]

Some people must still not be getting laid.  If you can't reminice about lost brain cells here -Where can you

[MarquetteFan94]

U Store, Blue Deli, Dal's, Submarine Sandwich Shop, Grebe's, J.J. Garlic's, Gym Bar, Ardmore, Italian Beef.

Fr. Naus and midnight mass at Schroeder
Mr. Ripoff at the bookstore
TMSUB---typical Marquette stuck-up bitches.

Can't forget Guilliano's (sp?)....2 Beer and a slice of pizza bigger than your torso for $2.62

[SaintPaulWarrior]

The State House, Amigo's and Grunt's come to mind right off the bat.

EDIT....The GreenTree and Good Time Charlie's.

[Lighthouse 84]

The Blue House was still called that when I was there from '02-'06 and the one behind it was called the Dollhouse - I think that was the one that Farley's girlfriend was rumored to live in until he started it on fire (I have no idea how much truth is to that).

How could I forget the Dollhouse?

[warthog-driver]

FWIW, I didn't think the original post was at all critical of the current students or the current social scene.  I think he was just asking what bars other people remembered.  Maybe I'm wrong.  I

You're not wrong. I was not criticizing the campus scene of today since I have no idea what it is like. As you correctly suggested, I was simply asking what other bars people remember. Not sure what "Avenue Commons" deal is but it's not very becoming.

[MU B2002]

Back in the early 80's, a lot of the houses on campus were named.  Our house was the Lighthouse, due to a big window in the front of the house on the second floor that looked made it look like a lighthouse.

We lived down the street from the Budhouse, the Yellow House, Pleasure Palace and the Blue House.  I think too many trips to the Budhouse made me forget the rest of them.

As for places other than bars, don't forget Wales on Wells, Suburpia or the Mugrack.

We just to go to parties at a house called "The Toolbox" circa 98-02.  I think it was on 14th or 13th maybe, in between Kilbourn and State.  But it didn't really resemble a Toolbox, but then again maybe it had nothing to do with the shape of the house...

[warthog-driver]

We just to go to parties at a house called "The Toolbox" circa 98-02.  I think it was on 14th or 13th maybe, in between Kilbourn and State.  But it didn't really resemble a Toolbox, but then again maybe it had nothing to do with the shape of the house...

Uh...were there a lot of guys in leather outfits and were they playing a lot of Village People?

[MU B2002]

Uh...were there a lot of guys in leather outfits and were they playing a lot of Village People?

Nope, just a lot of guys with popped collars.

[warthog-driver]

Nope, just a lot of guys with popped collars.

If, by popped collar, you mean they were wearing their collars up then the music had to be a steady stream of David Bowie and Hall and Oates. Different crowd than the Leather Boys

[LON]

If, by popped collar, you mean they were wearing their collars up then the music had to be a steady stream of David Bowie and Hall and Oates. Different crowd than the Leather Boys

I heard they were huge fans of Captain and Tennille...

[77champs]

I was there mid seventy's and always found it interesting that you had to pass several bars on the way home from class.   There were nicely located.  Thursdays were a big night with 15 cent beers at the Gym bar 4 to 7.   So last call for 15 cent beers was at 6 :45 so you go to the bar and order $3 worth.   If you liked the bar tended you took in a pitcher and if not in 20 cups.   Then home for dinner or Chili and start the State street tour of 12 bars starting at the Lucky Spot and going West.  One drink in each bar, most packed with MU students.   With the drinking age 18 the bars were to place to be as opposed to private parties today.   So there are not as many bars and not as many drinker due to the age limitations so bars are not as much of the Freshman culture even with fake IDs.  Its a lot harder to look 21 when you are only 18.  Fun times.

[Jam Chowder]

What does this have to do with Marquette Basketball?

EDIT: /superbar'd

[MU B2002]

What does this have to do with Marquette Basketball?

Nothing, should be in the Superbar.

[Ari Gold]

We still named houses in 05-06 but they we're as clever, they were kind of based on landmarks. We had Blue Light (since an MU light was right in front of the house) Rape House (super sketch basement) Rugby House, 1414 (greatest place ever)  Brick Basement and Red Door -which was on like 19th and kil

I heard a rumor that red door was being torn down because it was that hazardous. That would be terrible. Even if it was a condemned house it was the only place where you could get free vodka shots.

also...

Bars Near campus (within 1 mile)

Caffreys
Hegarty's
Murphy's
Angelo's
Conway's
The Hearp and Shamrock
Jim's Timeout
The New Yorker

I think that about covers it, let me know if I missed any.

Don't BS us. Murphys and Caffs are the only bars on campus attended by multiple students. Maybe the New Yorker but thats on the opposite side. The kids I knew that went to Harp and Sham or Conways were the ones that we're douchey and too cool for the regular bar scene.

[Chicago_inferiority_complexes]

We still named houses in 05-06 but they we're as clever, they were kind of based on landmarks. We had Blue Light (since an MU light was right in front of the house) Rape House (super sketch basement) Rugby House, 1414 (greatest place ever)  Brick Basement and Red Door -which was on like 19th and kil

I heard a rumor that red door was being torn down because it was that hazardous. That would be terrible. Even if it was a condemned house it was the only place where you could get free vodka shots.

also...
Don't BS us. Murphys and Caffs are the only bars on campus attended by multiple students. Maybe the New Yorker but thats on the opposite side. The kids I knew that went to Harp and Sham or Conways were the ones that we're douchey and too cool for the regular bar scene.

I think he was just trying to list all the bars that exist. I would add Miss Katie's. Went there once for a beer (for the heck of it) and was asked who I was, like I shouldn't be there, by the 4-5 townies in the bar. Creepy. I think there's another one ... thought there were 10 total that could reasonably be considered as "on campus."

But Ari is right ... it's basically down to Caffs and Murphs for bars worth spending any time at. Kind of pathetic. Fortunately, 3rd street is no more than a 20 minute walk (esp. with a limo ride half way).

[StillAWarrior]

I would add Miss Katie's. Went there once for a beer (for the heck of it) and was asked who I was, like I shouldn't be there, by the 4-5 townies in the bar. Creepy.

My friends and I went through a period when we used to go to Miss Katie's pretty regularly for beers and pinball.

[PBRme]

Late 70's Early 80's

Mugrack and Midget Bar

[Chicago_inferiority_complexes]

My friends and I went through a period when we used to go to Miss Katie's pretty regularly for beers and pinball.

Yeah, it used to be practically next door to my apartment on 20th. I wish more MU students frequented it or it had a stronger appeal to MU students. It doesn't seem to me that it would be terribly hard to try to compete with the 2 campus bars (Murphs/Caffs) that currently draw students.

[Hards Alumni]

We just to go to parties at a house called "The Toolbox" circa 98-02.  I think it was on 14th or 13th maybe, in between Kilbourn and State.  But it didn't really resemble a Toolbox, but then again maybe it had nothing to do with the shape of the house...

it was called "The Toolbox" because that is what it said above their front door.  When I graduated in 04, some of my friends lived there, and the house was completely wrecked inside.  I don't know how it didn't get condemned.  Needless to say, they didn't get their security deposit back.

[warthog-driver]

One of the worst bars near MU was the Circle Inn. Not sure what it was supoposed to be - disco, meat market, sports bar - but it attracted a strange crowd

[drewm88]

But Ari is right ... it's basically down to Caffs and Murphs for bars worth spending any time at. Kind of pathetic.

Current senior, and my favorite bar has always been and will continue to be Hegarty's. Don't know why they can't get a bigger crowd. And FYI for those who didn't already know, they're closing down this summer. Their lease is up, and MU's taking over.

[chapman]

Current senior, and my favorite bar has always been and will continue to be Hegarty's. Don't know why they can't get a bigger crowd. And FYI for those who didn't already know, they're closing down this summer. Their lease is up, and MU's taking over.

  The wing nights will be missed most of all.  They really should run one of the LIMO routes with stops at 3rd and Water.  All the students go there or to North Ave anyway.  Unless things have changed, it's probably lamer than ever to stay on campus.

[muhoosier260]

Current senior, and my favorite bar has always been and will continue to be Hegarty's. Don't know why they can't get a bigger crowd. And FYI for those who didn't already know, they're closing down this summer. Their lease is up, and MU's taking over.

Not closing this summer according to one of their staff.

[drewm88]

Not closing this summer according to one of their staff.

I know their closing has been a rumor off and on, but I heard it from the owner numerous times this fall. I'd love it if you were correct.

[muhoosier260]

ya i think you're right, it has been back and forth

[tower912]

I damn near lived in Hegarty's my junior year.   Closed it every Sunday for a semester.    So many good memories......

[🏀]

I know their closing has been a rumor off and on, but I heard it from the owner numerous times this fall. I'd love it if you were correct.

Is Todd still around? I heard he was battling some serious illness after I graduated.

I was also in there after the MSOE game, and noticed that they were marking all of the shelved liquor. What's up with that?

I remember being in Heg's until 4:00AM playing Crusing USA & Silverstrike Bowling. Great times.

[MUBurrow]

Yeah, the contention that Caff's and Murph's are the only places worth going unless you're too douchy was pretty off base.  Bad specials, monopoly on the market, Murph's is probably one of the most poorly set up bars I've ever seen.  Really other than locale the only thing those places have going for them is Caff's outdoor deck when the weather is nice. 
  I actually think its the epitome of douchy to project that anyone who goes to Conway's thinks they're too good for anything.  From experience, I know that people who go to Conway's or the Harp & Sham might be a lot of things, but pretentious certainly couldn't be one of them.  Those bars are more representative of Marquette throwbacks than anything.  If you're on immediate campus, I was always partial to Hag's for the same reason.

[Jam Chowder]

Yeah, the contention that Caff's and Murph's are the only places worth going unless you're too douchy was pretty off base.  Bad specials, monopoly on the market, Murph's is probably one of the most poorly set up bars I've ever seen.  Really other than locale the only thing those places have going for them is Caff's outdoor deck when the weather is nice. 
  I actually think its the epitome of douchy to project that anyone who goes to Conway's thinks they're too good for anything.  From experience, I know that people who go to Conway's or the Harp & Sham might be a lot of things, but pretentious certainly couldn't be one of them.  Those bars are more representative of Marquette throwbacks than anything.  If you're on immediate campus, I was always partial to Hag's for the same reason.

Conway's was awesome man. Thursday wing nights were killer.

[LON]

My favorite story from Hegarty's is when a group of alums came in (had to be around late 20s, early 30s) and my friends and I were underage sophomores with good/decent ID's, nothing special.  We played pool, they reminisced about kegs in McCormick (and other shenanigans) and then got us absolutely s***-faced and then proceeded to take us to Encore and give us all about $50 in one dollar bills...

Needless to say, hilarity ensued.

[drewm88]

Is Todd still around? I heard he was battling some serious illness after I graduated.

I was also in there after the MSOE game, and noticed that they were marking all of the shelved liquor. What's up with that?

I remember being in Heg's until 4:00AM playing Crusing USA & Silverstrike Bowling. Great times.

Yes, although he just opened a new bar in Bay View, so I haven't seen him in a few weeks.

[muwarrior69]

After all these years it's still a pretty ugly area. Campus beautification my arse

You think the campus is still pretty ugly...it's a paradise compared to the late sixties when I attended. The only green grass on campus was a section in front of the old Memorial Library and a strip in front of the dental school. Half the area looked like a war zone with all the urban renewal going on. I 94 was just being built my freshman year.

On another note one of the best bars on campus was a place called Callahans, it was located just south of the Wehr Life Science building before they tore it down in 1968.

[4everwarriors]

Really miss the coblestone roads south of Wisconsin Ave. on 13th, 14th, and 15th.

[warthog-driver]

Does anybody remember the office buildings on WI Ave between Gesu and the Marquette Court Apts? I think they had academic offices there that were replaced by Coughlin Hall? Old building, creaky floor, narrow halls, radiator heat.

By the way, I just looked at a map and the campus is a lot different today. Wow! I haven't been back in more than 12 years and it has changed...