Mon, March 2, 2026 at 4:42 PM UTC The Brief After being closed for five years, St. Francis Brewery made a big return in 2025, winning best bar and best restaurant. Brian Kramp is in St. Francis with the brewer behind the beer at the brewery. ST. FRANCIS, Wis. - A local brewery in St. Francis made a major comeback last year and was awarded both best bar and restaurant by the Shephard Express.