Calaveras Fine Fusions

Fusion Tacos & Street Food

Calaveras serves a creative lineup of fusion street tacos and shareable plates that blend authentic Mexican technique with bold, unexpected flavors. Standout options include the Asada Street Tacos, Elopte Brisket Tacos, and Steak Melt Sliders.

• Signature Asada Street Tacos served with house-seasoned chips and fresh salsa
• Creative toppings like creamy street corn and specialty cheese sauces
• Hearty options including Loaded Philly Fries and Loaded Tots for bigger appetites

Tequila Lounge & Craft Cocktails

The bar program is the heart of Calaveras, featuring an impressive tequila selection, rotating seasonal cocktails, and signature drinks that have become local favorites. Bartenders are trained to guide guests through the menu with genuine enthusiasm.

• Curated Mexican tequila and wine selection with staff-guided tastings
• Rotating seasonal cocktail menu keeps offerings fresh every few months
• Signature classics like the Sama Special and Mexican Lollipop available year-round

Event Hosting & Private Parties

Calaveras is a proven event venue in the Fox Valley, having partnered with organizations like Fox Valley Comedy to produce memorable evenings in the lounge space. The venue's layout accommodates both intimate gatherings and larger ticketed events.

• Flexible space for comedy nights, private dinners, and corporate events
• Owner involvement ensures seamless coordination and top-shelf hospitality
• Dance floor available for late-night entertainment and themed event nights

Dance Lessons & Live Entertainment

Beyond dining and drinks, Calaveras offers a cultural and social programming layer that includes dance lessons and live entertainment nights, making it one of Appleton's more unique nightlife destinations.

• Dance lessons offered on select nights — check with staff for current schedule
• Live music and themed entertainment nights add variety to the weekly lineup
• Atmosphere transitions naturally from relaxed lounge dining to an energetic evening venue

“Great owners to work with to produce events! Food and drinks are top shelf? Best, tacos in the Fox Valley! Very friendly & attentive staff.”

“Alright people, I am going to admit I had not intended to stumble upon this amazing gem, however, last week we found ourselves here eating an amazing, and I mean amazing supper here before seeing a performance at the PAC. Our group didn't decide before going that evening where we wanted to eat. After waiting for over an hour at a restaurant near by for our '20 min wait' while they 'cleared the table' when we arrived about 5:15 for the 7:30pm show and we still were not seated, we handed in our buzzer and walked away in search of sustenance. While we found that and so much more wandering into Calavera's! Walking in I was a bit nervous as there was one table filled and the rest of the place was empty. No humans at the bar or other tables. Boy, was that misleading, this restaurant bar was awesome! Each of us ordered different steak dishes and the asada was tender and perfectly seasoned. So I ordered the Asada Tacos. Normally you get two, however I was super hungry so I ordered an extra one. This comes with tortilla chips and salsa as well. I ordered a Mexican Lollipop to drink. The Asada Street Tacos were perfect, not to greasy at all. They were light, flavorful and I can say that they didn't last long at all. The chips, people the chips, I don't know exactly what was on those chips! Never have I ever had tortilla chips that were perfectly salted (I am not an overly salty person), and bursting with flavor! I could for sure taste the usual lime but I almost think that they have some secret ingredient as well that just makes that flavor pop! The amazing salsa was there, however I used it more for the street tacos than the chips as the chips were so tasty on their own. Then there was the Mexican Lollipop drink. It was sweet, not overly so that you would only be able to have one or two before you would sour your stomach from the sugar, but just the right amount. Then it came with the lollipop and the seasoning on the rim of the glass and that just sealed the deal. My spouse decided that he was going to order the Loaded Philly Fries. This was a large serving and he was sure full when done. It was so good he didn't even let me have one bite to taste, which my dear reader is not normal for him ever! That means it must have been as delicious if not more so than my tacos. He did make comment about the cheese sauce being the best he has had in a long time. My brother got the steak melt sliders. They were so good and he enjoyed them as well. He mentioned that they also had the scrumptious cheese sauce on it. His only wish after tasting one of my chips was that the chips would have come with his sliders as well or he could have ordered them on the side as he was left still hungry after the sliders and beverages he ordered as we walked to the PAC. While talking to the young man tending the bar we were able to learn quite a bit about Mexican Tequilas and Mexican Wines in their case. It was rather enlightening to learn so much from someone so young. I know this is now on the list of places I will be returning back to not only to eat again but to try out their dance floor, dance lessons and more. The humorous decor, lovely atmosphere and intelligent and friendly service have added to the delicious food options to make this place a hidden gem so close to the PAC.”

“My wife and I had some time to spare in the area. We walked by and thought a tequila lounge sounded interesting. We loved the laid back environment, truly a lounge. We were able to talk and try fun and exciting drinks and tapas. I would definitely recommend this spot. Loved the atmosphere, service, decorations, and the music.”

“I simply can not say enough good things about this bar. They have the best atmosphere whether you're just having a casual drink with a friend or trying all different kinds of tequila shots. Their new food menu is great too! The loaded tots and tequila bites(pictured) were my favorites. The drink menu rotates with the seasons, which keeps things fun and new, but they still have their classic bests like the sama special(pictured)! The bartenders are always very attentive, and the owners are almost always around to help out. Calavera’s is my personal favorite bar of choice for a night out!”

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