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    Black Sheep

    4.1 (456 reviews)
    Closed • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
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    Happy hour specials
    Dogs allowed

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    Catfish
    Brooke L.

    Our overall experience was GREAT! Our waitress Adriana was fantastic, always looking to fill water glasses or get additional drinks. 5 stars for her!! We went to Black Sheep for a birthday dinner with ~14 people through a reservation. Overall the service was fast and a party of 14 did not delay anything. Black sheep does have a smaller menu so I would take a peak before going to make sure they have something you would enjoy. The drinks were good. Our friends that got the Hugo spritz and said it was one of the better spritz in MKE. A little more champagne and less elderflower would have made it perfect. The catfish was good but could have been more flavorful. The salsa on top brought color to the dish and was a great addition. The vodka rigatoni is normally served without steak but we added it for additional protein. It had enough spice for you to taste it but could have had more. Finally you can't forget about the Brussels!! 5 stars always!!

    Michelle E.

    I went to lunch at Black Sheep with a friend and we had a lovely time! I love all the big windows that let a lot of light come in, the decor is very cool, the bar is beautiful, and I love the ambiance. Our waitress, Mattea, was so personable, helpful, and kind. We really loved her! For lunch I had the house salad with chicken and my friend ordered the tomato soup and grilled cheese- both were excellent! Can't wait to go back!!

    $10 cheese board during happy hour
    Erika A.

    I stopped in for happy hour on a Monday night. I was surprised to see that the bar was completely full! That's always a good sign that the food and drinks are delicious. We ended up being able to snag 2 seats at the bar when someone left. The $5 sangria and $10 cheeseboard were delicious!

    Breakfast Sandwich
    Abigail W.

    Excellent place for a party! We had the private room in the basement- it was perfect. We could move around as we wanted and talk to everyone, we ordered food ahead of time. Drinks were made to order. Our server, Emily, was great. She was attentive, knowledgeable and had a lot of patience for our big group. Food was great! We had a lot of fun!!

    Angelina L.

    Black Sheep is a solid go-to for a nice meal, a girls night, or when you have family or friends visiting! Definitely recommend a reservation, especially on the weekends. We've been a couple times but most recently went on a Wednesday night and were able to make a last minute reservation and get in. We got the beer cheese mac to start. Such a great starter and great flavor! I ordered the peanut udon and while it was yummy, I don't think it was worth $18 without a meat protein. My fiancé ordered the Nashville chicken sandwich which was pretty good as well! The place has a very positive vibe and great for having nice conversation!

    Lobster Roll
    Tanya Y.

    It's the exact vibe I was expecting from a place called Black Sheep. Everything is just a little different, in the best way possible! I am absolutely OBSESSED with the cheese curds. They're pancake batter with maple syrup and I promise you, you need these. The cheese pull was immaculate. I also had the Lobster Roll (might've been called a Po Boy, I can't recall) and that was delicious especially with the addition of micro greens. The Parmesan Garlic Fries that were shoestring style and crispy were addictive. Ambiance wise, it has an eclectic kind of feel. Definitely makes me want to move to Milwaukee when I step into spots like this. And the staff were super friendly. There is ample street parking and it's not too far from a parking lot. A few of the buildings are under construction and look a little ehhhh, but honestly it's in a really nice neighborhood. I saw a lot of people out walking and tons of business-dressed people around.

    Michaela R.

    Unbelievable happy hour. $5 martinis?! Say less. Also the best place to brunch - so much fun and happiness. Bubble machines, rompers, great tunes - you name it! 10/10 service at the bar. Solid Bloody Mary.

    Caesar fried brussel sprouts
    Mikayla T.

    Go to Black Sheep happy hour, sit at the bar, order the dirty martini, talk to the bartenders, and order the Caesar Brussel sprouts. You will not regret your choices.

    Gin Specialty Cocktail
    Maddy K.

    I've been to black sheep a few times now and always have a great experience, also love the happy hour offerings! I find that the staff is always so nice and attentive, which I greatly appreciate. It can definitely get pretty busy at times, but they have indoor and outdoor seating (when the weather is nice). Some of my favorite menu choices include the house sangria (red wine based), Caesar Brussel sprouts (literally so amazing I could eat them every day), and their charcuterie board offerings. I would also recommend trying out the cheese curds out as they're super unique but they're just not my favorite (I prefer classics). They also offer a wine tap bar option if you prefer to sample different wines and brunch too. Overall would definitely recommend Black Sheep for food/drinks as it is a great chill/fun vibe in the WP area!

    Pancake batter cheese curds
    Kelsi K.

    We like the brunch menu and wish it was available every day instead of the regular lunch menu. The pancake cheese curds are a must! I like that they have full service coffee options as well. Servers are nice but sometimes it can be slower service, it could have been that maybe they didn't have enough staff? There was only one bartender and one server and they were splitting up the entire restaurant. I get it, that's normal these days...We weren't in a rush, but it took a really long time to order and we ran out of drinks and were never offered refills. Seems like the tables and bar could be split up in sections better for them to be more efficient when there isn't enough staff.

    Honeycomb
    Melissa B.

    Met a friend here for happy hour (M-St, 4-6) and had an incredible experience. The bartender made me an alcohol free Aperol Spritz which was to die for! I'm still thinking about it! The Meat Board was a work of art, with the honeycomb positioned inconspicuously in the corner like a sweet little secret. The Brussel Sprouts were done perfectly, with the Caesar dressing making this healthier option taste indulgent. This is a great happy hour spot with an elevated, classy feel. I can't wait to go back!

    Chilaquiles
    Jenna W.

    Great weekend brunch haunt. Service is on point with kindness, and the food is delicious.

    Lobster roll & Sangria
    Carla R.

    It was such a nice day to sit out on the patio. The lobster roll was just like a chicken salad mix and I loved it! The sangria is one of my favorites, only $5 for happy hour. Service was attentive and the food came out at a great time. I would definitely come back for happy hour or brunch!

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    Happy hour is amazing. Friendly , attentive service. Will go back again . Almost want to gate keep this

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    Super relaxed yet lively vibe, excellent cocktails, and Pancake-Battered Cheese Curds (yes, you read that right).

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