Hours:
Mon. - Thurs. 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Friday & Saturday 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.
Will be open Sundays during ArtPrize (likely 1 - 10 p.m.)
Prices:
Lunch: (Sandwiches & wraps): $-$$
Dinner: (Entrees): $$
Full Eat & Drink ArtPrize 2010 coverage.
Don’t mistake The Kopper Top for your average sports bar or watering hole. This west side fixture is a legend, if only for its over-the-top seasonal decorating. The “Kopper” in the name refers to the large amount of copper knick-knacks decorating the walls and ledges, plus copper table tops and bar. Those visiting for ArtPrize will get to see the place decked out for Halloween.
Since there are no televisions or loud overpowering music, the Kopper Top is an excellent place for an artistic discussion, and the deep wood booths on the right upon entering provide an intimate atmosphere.
The menu includes pub fare such as burgers, sandwiches and wraps, plus appetizers, salads and entrees. Due to the west side influence, there is a good helping of Polish flavor, such as the “Polish Nachos” (perogies) and the Kielbasa Sandwich. (This is described as “homemade beer cooked kielbasa served with spicy mustard on your choice of a grilled bun or dark rye. Add kapusta for a real treat.” I had to google “kapusta.”) Due to one of the owner’s regular visits to Cuba, there is also a wicked good Cuban sandwich. Entrees include steaks, chops, fish, and kielbasa. There are some salads and a few pastas for the vegetarians, but this menu is mostly for the carnivores.
While you are out visiting the West Side venues, plan to stop by the Kopper Top for good eats, a brew and some conversation.
Specials:
Be on the lookout for coupons in the ArtPrize Guide for 20% off your food order. There will also be Sunday specials, to be determined later.
The ArtPrize you'll see
Next door at Marc Stewarts Guest House, four artists will be displaying entries. These four have fairly diverse styles and media.
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