Otto's Hideaway Tavern - Salem

First time coming here for dinner while camping near by. We weren't sure what to expect. Walking in we were seated towards the back room and we were surrounded by a very quaint furnished area. Our table ordered the mushroom appetizer. It was very good. We also ordered the baked cod with potato pancakes and the broccoli crunch salad. I absolutely love how you can order an extra side with your meal. Also, the best crispy potato pancakes i have ever had. Usually they are soggy and i dislike them but the hideaway has the best potato crispy pancakes ever!!! The breaded cod is also absolutely delicious. For drinks must have the old fashioned. It was perfection as well. I must say the hideaway is amazing and we want to come back soon! Thank you for such great food and service.

Stopped in to nearby Bristol, WI to visit with a good friend on the mend. We looked for somewhere close-by for dinner and Yelp helped me find this place. Wow! We were out with another couple and had a great dinner and fantastic cocktails. The waitress was also the cook and the bar tender and also the daughter of the owners. What a great, intimate place for dinner and a cocktail. Looking at the menu, they have three different options for fish on Friday nights for their fish fry. We'll definitely be back for that! The Old Fashioned's we had were great. The burgers and chicken sandwiches were very good too. Don't be in a hurry and only go if you like small, quant eateries/taverns.

The fish fry is phenomenal. Very friendly staff. The heated outside gathering spot gives a different meaning to night out. My man loved the burger with Mac and cheese on top. Food has been delicious every time.

We were looking for a fish fry to try. We both had the cod-it was a bit tough, probably overcooked. It was served with a ton of tater tots and coleslaw that was a bit sweet for my taste. So the food was just okay in my opinion. The restaurant is in an old house. The eating area is in a part of the house that was added on to the original structure. This addition is definitely sagging quite a bit. There is noticeable water damage to the ceiling tiles. I also noticed some heavy duty cobwebs in the corners. Some high dusting or vacuuming is needed. Now I wonder what the kitchen looks like. I will say that the servers were extremely personable and attentive. Service was outstanding. We were here on a Friday. There is no reuben sandwich on Fridays. So if you're interested in that, don't go on a Friday. It was not very busy when we went but customers were coming in, so people like this place. I'm glad we tried it. I like to try new places but I don't think I'll be sending my friends or family there. Bring cash because you will be charged a fee if you use a card.

The Hideaway is our go-to fish fry spot. Great Old-Fashioneds, and tasty fish! The unique atmosphere is fun, too!