Tell us a little about your business. – Located right in the heart of downtown Papillion, Brownie’s (facebook.com/brownies.watering.hole.2025) is more than just a bar—it’s where great food meets great times, and it’s your home away from home. We pride ourselves on being your local go-to spot where there’s always something fun happening.
Stop in for a quick happy hour or stay for a satisfying meal with family and friends. Our chef specializes in delicious, homestyle, homemade meals designed to provide comfort and flavor. We believe in good, old-fashioned fun! Offering weekly shuffleboard and pool leagues, this is my chance to really get to know the regulars and build relationships. We also host a variety of live entertainment and diverse music types. Follow us on social media for upcoming events. The highlight for Brownie’s is our fantastic outdoor deck! This spacious area is perfect for enjoying the Nebraska weather. It’s great for playing Corn Hole with friends or even catching your favorite team in action on the big screen TVs that are positioned on the deck. We invite you to come experience the warmth and fun of Brownie’s.
How did you get started in the business? – I had a long career as an engineer in Iowa, but I started to get burned out. A close friend recommended trying something new and easy, like buying a bar and restaurant. The only thing he forgot to mention was that running a bar is precisely 4,000% harder. We’re still friends, but I make him pay full price for drinks.
What is the biggest challenge you’ve faced professionally? – Transitioning from engineering to the bar business, I was completely surprised by how vital importance of social media. Let’s just say I wish I’d dedicated less time to blueprints and more time to planning my digital strategy!
What has been your most important achievement professionally? – My path to a degree was anything but typical: I was 29 years old, raising three kids and working full-time so I could graduate without taking out a single loan. I remember feeling so much older than my peers that I was too embarrassed to walk at graduation. But perspective changes everything. That degree is now a permanent source of pride—it’s a testament to the fact that hard work and dedication have no age limit.
What is your favorite thing to do on a day off? – I’ll let you know if I ever get a day off.
What is your favorite quote or the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? – “In the bar business, don’t chase your bad days. Just let them be bad.” – Brock.
What is your favorite local Papillion restaurant? – Moran’s Grill, Grace Pizza & Shakes, Goose’s Bar & Grill, Papillon Taco Guy, and Sauced by Alfaro, of course!
If our readers would like to contact you, how should they do so? – You can reach me at (402) 331-9948 or by visiting facebook.com/
brownies.watering.hole.2025.