Fun cocktail bar in the Third Ward! It is somewhat hidden in plain sight and was a great place to…read morehave a cocktail after our dinner reservations up the street. Their menu was love island themed which my girlfriend really appreciated. They also had an extensive list of liquors and spirits for folks who wanted something more traditional. Their theme inspired menu was really fun to explore and had a great time trying a few of those. The staff was attentive and great at explaining the different drinks and what their insight was on the menu. Excited to go back and check them out!

Let's start with the positives: almost everything. The ambiance, the attention to detail, the…read moreexplanation of drinks on the menu, the energy of everyone else around, the service. I'd complain about the pricing because $13-$15 for a 1.5oz shot of Tito's is crazy imo, BUT for the elevated yet relaxed atmosphere? Fine. And I'm not ordering a shot of Tito's when literally everything we tried on their menu was FANTASTIC. The flavors were original and creative. I love the variety of glasses, and the garnishments. Negatives: our waiter brought our check before even asking if we were done. He didn't come back. I eventually had to go to the bathroom and caught up with someone else that could help me as I wanted to get a small bottle of the Banana Ramma to go home. That made up for it. Overall, loved the experience! Not a place to go often unless you have the (which, I'm jelly bc I absolutely would be here more). But a great place for a special night out.

Cork Wine Bar is a hidden gem with a warm, welcoming atmosphere and something for everyone. The…read moreoutdoor patio is the perfect place to relax with friends, enjoy a date night, or simply unwind after a long day. While they offer a great selection of wines, they also serve delicious craft cocktails for those who aren't wine drinkers, making it a spot everyone can enjoy. The staff is incredibly friendly and attentive, creating a comfortable and inviting experience from the moment you walk in. I also love how involved they are in the community, hosting fun events like Pride Week celebrations and singles mixers that bring people together. The ambiance is always on point, and on select nights, a live DJ adds the perfect energy to an already great vibe. Whether you're looking for a casual evening out, a social event, or a place to enjoy drinks with friends, Cork Wine Bar delivers. Highly recommend!

I recently tried this wine bar and enjoyed it! It's a small building that has elegant atmosphere…read moreinside - they have a wine and cocktail menu that is reasonably priced! The servers seemed knowledgeable and attentive. I think the place is relatively new, so it doesn't seem to be too busy. They also have a nice patio in the back that is shaded and quiet, which is nice

We went to Blu for afternoon tea and it was incredible. From the moment we walked in and saw the…read moreamazing view of the city, we were hooked. We were seated by the window. Our tea package was a gift and as first timers we weren't sure what to expect. We had the option of a mimosa or prosecco to start. While sipping on our prosecco, our tea butler stopped by to present the teas. She did a great job describing everything, it was hard to pick! I went with a tangerine ginger, and my sister went with the vanilla. We both took her recommendations for infusions. You receive a generous amount of tea. The presentation of snacks and treats is beautiful. We had the luxe menu and enjoyed everything. An extra bottle of prosecco had been tacked on and when we were ready, staff popped it open and kept it chilled next to our table. The pianist was lovely. Played great music and also did a round of happy birthday. We were celebrating my birthday so I was gifted a slice of carrot cake which was delicious. While this isn't something you would do all the time, we are already looking forward to coming back for another birthday celebration.

The Blu is such an amazing lounge with amazing views of the city. The bathroom scene is…read moreeverythang!! Yummy crafted signature cocktails for any mood so you won't be disappointed! Marcus is great addition to the bar mixing up some goodness. Dale was witty & entertaining as well. I can't wait to return on a Friday or Saturday night for live music. This lounge is #BarbieApproved

Liked the vibe - reminds me of shakers cigar bar but without all the smoke (like, a bit spooky,…read moreold, maybe haunted but also very cool). We stopped here after dinner, so we stuck mostly with the cocktails. Unfortunately, nothing on the seasonal menu really stuck out to me. I stuck with the "traditional" cocktails (spicy watermelon bubblegum, and then banana daiquiri). Hubs went for the halo halo food (which was so cute! All the typical ingredients but served in cubist fashion), and the paired drink. The paired drink was supposed to have different layers of flavor, but they all mixed together quite a bit. Tasty, just not the "layered" experience we thought. I think they almost do themselves a disservice comparing themselves to the aviary - that is a crazy high bar to meet. Granted, maybe we would have been more impressed if we had more of the seasonal cocktails despite them not seeming interesting? Probably wouldnt go out of my way to go here again, but it is a cool vibe and the cocktails were good.

A fun spot to have a couple of expertly crafted cocktails located in the Dubbel Dutch hotel…read more Reservations are needed. Nightmare was a good start-Rye based and as the menu states, served room temperature (warm), while the French 75 a hit as well. The Dealer's Choice option as either a single or combined version is fun. Choosing a set # of liquors, flavor profiles, tastes and level of alcohol was a chance to list your favorites but leaving it up to a master-and ours were both memorable.

Oh this was a great neighborhood spot! There's a full bar and a full menu. There's also…read morenonalcoholic and vegetarian options which was perfect for our group! The space is small but there's some outside seating as well. The Caesar salad sandwich was so good!! I highly recommend!

I recently went with a group of friends and family to Nessun Dorma for a post wedding brunch…read more We tried to make a reservation, since we were a group of seven, but they would not take one. Luckily when we got there the back room was open and they pushed some tables together for us. I'd like to make this a 2.5-star review. The food was quite good. We enjoyed our drinks. The atmosphere was as cozy as ever. Our service was deeply disappointing. Our server, A.S., might have been tired or something. I can't speak for her state of mind, but she was really detached and borderline dismissive. Yes, we got all of our food. We would certainly have ordered more drinks, increasing our tab and gratuity, but she never came back and asked if anyone wanted one. One of our guests ordered avocado toast. Apparently they were out. She came back and said "Whoever ordered the avocado toast, we're out." She didn't know who ordered which dish to start, and then she didn't bring a menu back so the guest could make an informed second choice. They had to just order whatever they remembered. Coffee drinkers were offered one refill - just one. Seriously, I don't know what was going on, but we left pretty quickly since our celebratory mood was being squelched. I hope she recovered from whatever was wrong with her.

Such a lovely place for a unique wine and/or cocktail. You do you, my friend! Please look at their…read morewine menu. Brilliant. I don't know who writes the descriptions for each wine, but I laugh for a ridiculous amount of time. Well done, writer! I do appreciate, knowing little about wine, the expertise of the bartenders as well as their willingness to answer my numerous questions. A fantastic place to stop and have a lovely glass of wine in Bayview. Located in such a wonderful area! Go there! Read the menu! And enjoy your drink!

What a great wine bar in Bay View! Mondays they have happy hour all day and you can get a craft of…read morehouse wine for $15. Such a great deal and you are surrounded by such great people. I would recommend this place for a post dinner date or even catching up with friends over a glass of wine/ charcuterie board.

Nice outside patio area! They have a walk up counter outside to order. The menu outside is smaller…read morebut they were able to make my friend a drink from their full menu inside. The drinks were relatively quick and delicious! The outside patio and inside are much different. We went inside due to rain for our second drink. The inside is dark and moody. Also enjoyed an ice cream drink in a glass inside versus plastic on patio. Excellent place for cocktails! Note they are involved and do take time to make.

IG: diamante.lara.milwaukee…read more The drinks are fantastic and the ambiance was great. Seems to be a unique go to spot for me. Service was well. Watch the video attached.

They offer a huge variety of wine! You can customize the size of your pour as well…read more What is unique about them is that they have what I call a "wine wall." Here you can select the wine you like, click a button that indicates the size of your pour and enjoy immediately. You get a card that charges all of your hours to it and pay at the end. It's very fun! They offer a variety of events too. Small snacks are available.

We had a great time at the Ruby Tap. They have indoor and outdoor seating. You walk up to the…read morecounter and trade your credit card for a tap and go card. I loved being able to try small amounts of each wine! It was fun to have tasters. One thing I think would be nice, would be the option to choose smaller "flight" sized glasses instead of one large glass. That way you can fill up a few types and be able to sit at your table longer.