Finks is my friend group's favorite spot to grab a drink in Milwaukee. We're frequent visitors and absolutely love spending time on the patio to enjoy an ice cold beer or one of their delicious cocktails. They have local beers and my personal favorite cocktails are the Little Prince and the Dirty Sprite. It's perfect for your first drink or to end the night at (especially with an apple pie shot or two). I really cannot recommend it enough! The best part about Finks, though, is the staff. They always recognize us and make sure we feel super welcome, which is much appreciated! That kind of hospitality makes us always want to go back read more

Finks is a gem of a dive bar. Very cool atmosphere, bartenders were quick and funny. They have some board games and even a murder mystery game if you need something for your group to do. read more

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They have a great patio and happy hour! Good vibes. It's a great spot as the weather gets better. The service was great. And I loved the drinks! read more

Love Finks! It has a cozy vibe mixing up North Wisconsin with downtown MKE. The servers pay attention to all patrons and are fast even when the bar is busy. The dirty sprite is my favorite drink but I like their tequila power station drink and their variety of beers in their beer fridge as well. They're dog friendly inside and on the patio which is great if my friends want to bring their dogs with while we enjoy some drinks while playing board and card games there. read more

Great cozy bar to hangout with friends. Power station is now my favorite drink, thanks to the talented bartender who recommended this. So good I tried it twice! They have some games too and some seating. Outdoor seating if it's warm enough or you want to brave the Cold in the late winter early spring! read more

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This place charged me 30 dollar tip on a 19 dollar bill, knowing that I put 3.20 , the number to call is to bell air cantina, and they do not have a voicemail set up. Alright place, actually had a good time. But the lack of contact and ability to make this right had left a sour taste in my mouth about this place . Who would tip 30 dollars on a 20 dollar bill? What sense does that make. I wouldn't be surprised if they do this to other people. read more

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Great dive bar downtown. You've gotta come here. Great ambiance. It was a good mix of people. Quick service. I had a beer.

Fun, cozy bar to hang out with people-- my coworkers I often come here after work about once a month or so and it's always a good time. Drinks are good and appropriately priced. The staff is attentive and helpful, but not overly invasive either. It's definitely a fun place to go to happy hour with friends. I would highly recommend adding this to your places that you frequent. The one caveat would be here that there isn't much seating around, so some people are going to be left standing around. The nice thing about this place is that it is also baby friendly, so if a friend has a child that is going to come along, that is perfectly ok. There is also seating available outside, which can be a huge plus in the warmer months. Outside food is also welcome, which makes it easy to go to the cantina across the street and bring back food read more

I came to check this place out after reading some scandalous reviews- I have to say, I was completely blown away. The service is INCREDIBLE- jason checked in on me by name.. wow- speechless! read more

Love the place, but refused our order of 10 beers. disappointing to say the least. saying i need 85 characters, being completely honest, this place is so special to me and my daughter. that's why this is so heartbreaking to write. her world couldn't be more upside down right now. read more

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Happy hour is where it's at. Like gourmet cocktails for happy hour pricing? Sign me up. I love a good mule on a weekday. Super chill vibes and me and my friends are always able to find a spot to hang. Only downside is the location is horrible as it's right on the corner and some of the drivers be crazy. It's rather inconspicuous during the day for happy hour so I do love that. read more

Johnny is the most awesome bartender very respectful and completely respectful. Great bartender!

As a cocktail lover, I was shocked when a friend recommended this place to me and I had never even heard of it! Three friends and I went here for a small celebration and it was exactly my vibe. We went on a Wednesday evening during happy hour (4-6pm) when cocktails were $6 AND there are $5 mules all day Wednesdays. I started with the "el diablo" mule which had tequila and creme de cassis. First of all, the drink was BEAUTIFUL. It was so pretty to look at. But even better, it tasted very good! It was the perfect drink to sip out on their beautiful patio. After, I got a Little Prince which had Pisco. I have only ever had Pisco as a sour, but the Little Prince is expanding my horizons. I would highly recommend it! Additionally, the service was great. Our bartender was friendly, made conversation, and obviously made us some delicious drinks. I can't wait to go back! read more

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Great neighborhood corner bar with a low A Hole vibe - they care about their crafted cocktail's with pride and have great well thought tap' as well all at really reasonable prices - Pete and his partner have a great staff who obviously enjoy there job's as it shows up in the top notch service that they all provide - Finks Rocks! read more

I've walked and drove past Finks many times but finally went in! I had never been sure if this was a dive bar or not. I don't think it quite meets dive bar standards. They require an ID shown no matter what at the front. Everything is kept up, but there's lots of color, maybe darkish, wallpaper in one area of a forest, a small fireplace, and arcade games. There's not so much Knick knacks though. The layout is a rectangle. The bar takes most of the middle left side. There are stools along it as well. If they are full this can make walking past, as well as ordering difficult. In the back is a large table making it good for groups if the table is free, otherwise you are better having 4 or less people. The service was quick. They have 8 taps, one currently is an expresso martini for $9. The taps are written on tap making it easy to see and read. They say they have 90 different bottles or cans. They do have a giant refrigerator off the bar that showcases these. The nice part of this set up is you can actually see the beers. Weekdays it's open 4PM to 2AM. Weekends it's open 2PM to 2AM. Parking can be tricky. read more

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Dive, cocktail bar. Matt Miller can sling a Qiacian Old Fashion (try it) and change your view on tequila. Vibe in this join is local, classy and diving. There's a lot of Wisconsin oozing from the underbelly. If you get a chance stop in, ask for Matt and let him impress. read more

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Finks is a fantastic spot for cocktails! They have a nice happy hour of $5 cocktails until 6 pm on weeknights. The house cocktails are incredibly and the bar is full for other options as well! The bar itself has a darker ambiance and some old school game machines inside as well as booths. They have a patio out back which is a great people watching spot with how busy the area is. Parking can be tough so if you can walk all the better! read more

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Finks is the neighborhood bar that I wish was in my neighborhood. The atmosphere appears like most Wisconsin bars upon first entering. It is a dark bar with a long bar and friendly bartenders and patrons. They have games, pinball, and of course, pull tabs. To me Finks is like an elevated dive bar. Everything is clean including their gender neutral bathrooms. Now I feel like it's easy to walk in here and order a beer, they have a few options on tap, and a large fridge full of canned options. But if you do that, you are missing out on great cocktails. They have tons of Mules, and fun other season cocktails depending on when you go. I would definitely recommend ordering a fun drink here! My favorite part of finks, is also my favorite part of Mileaukee, it shows off in the summer! They have the cutest back patio nestled between some trees and hanging lights to feel like you have escaped the city despite being on water street. They have a lot of tables, and bag toss if you are looking for a fun activity. Do not sleep on Finks, stop in there your next free night and feel the love of Milwaukee's lower east side. read more

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Delicious drinks, great service and a laid back ambiance. We live in the neighborhood and have been consistently impressed with the service and consistent quality. The patio is really nice in the summer too! read more

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Two words: Uncle Buck. No, not the John Hughes' 80's comedy with staring John Candy... This Uncle Buck is a smooth concoction of bourbon, maple syrup, lemon, amaro, and Bittercube cherrybark vanilla bitters and is by FAR my favorite cocktail in Milwaukee. If I lived closer I'd be here daily to drink this heavenly nectar of the mixology gods... Oh, so you want to know about the rest of the place and not just one cocktail? Sure, I guess I can talk about something else. The vibe is dark, intimate and cozy, with pinballs in the back, a rack of boardgames, kung fu on the TV and the sweet sounds of Wu-Tang and friendly conversion filling the space. Sure they have great cocktails, but you can also still get a $2 beer. Finks is for the populace. Out back is a massive patio designed by Rinka that mimics the shape of the building and more than doubles the bars space on those warm weather days. The patio features tons of seating options, a dedicated bags court, oversized connect four, and the starlike magic of string lights running the entire length. Grab a board game, sit at a hightop facing the perfect people watching of Water St., and you'll be set for the night. Only thing missing here is a bar snack of some kind, as after two Uncle Bucks I need some nourishment or else I'll feel as unfit as an unfiddle. read more

I regularly go to Finks and have really liked it for years, so I organized a group of about 10 people to get together on the patio for my birthday earlier this month. Unfortunately one of the bartenders was incredibly rude to me, and I overheard her talking to other customers about how I took too long to long to order me a drink but she had to be nice to me because it's my birthday. I called her out for gossiping about me with other customers, and rather than own up to it and immediately apologize, she looked stunned and replied "you have really good hearing." She eventually apologized, but this was super out of pocket and could not believe this was the treatment I received when I brought a group of people there for my 28th birthday. I will maybe go back to Finks if friends want to, but will never bring a group again. read more

Great spot to meet friends for drinks and games. Love the back patio in summer! Always fabulous service here. read more

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Enjoy stopping by Finks for a drink or two! It's a fun bar to bring games to. A good selection of different beers on tap and a full bar. read more

Finks - Bars Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Finks is a cocktail bar on Milwaukee's Lower East Side. It has a casual corner cocktail bar vibe that strikes just the right note for me. And, hey...pinball. What's the only thing better than an beautifully rendered Manhattan? Sipping said Manhattan between games of pinball, of course. Came here on a rainy summer's eve to grab a drink before heading to dinner. They have a pretty extensive beer menu with 8 taps and a bottle menu 90 bottles deep. So, definitely a spot worth stopping for the craft brew lovers. Their cocktail menu is limited but with a few different bourbon cocktail options--it proved too intriguing to pass up. I got an up Manhattan made with Old Overholt Rye. Garnished with a Luxardo cherry, it was spot on perfect. I also had a sip of my husband's Uncle Buck (Buck bourbon, maple syrup, lemon, amaro, and bitters) which was also outstanding. And, finally, we shared a Clockwork 9 (Knob creek, orange, Rosemary simple, orange marmalade, egg white, and bitters) which was also wonderful (I feared it would be too sweet for me, but it wasn't!). Their space is small, but inviting. There's bar seating and a few high tops sprinkled throughout the space. It's absolutely cozy. They also have a lovely patio out back with plenty of seating as well. They have five or so pinball machines as well as a few other video games (Pac Man in the house!). It's one of those rare spaces that would be great for a number of occasions. Looking to hang with a large group during patio season? This is your spot. Wanting an intimate cocktail date? This is your spot. Want some beers and pinball? This is your spot! Get to it! read more

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What a cool and chill spot to grab drinks with friends after work or just on the weekend. Located on the East Side of Milwaukee, this bar gives retro vibes. If you're wanting to hang out with friends and play games this would be a great spot. My friend and I got happy hour drinks $5 cocktails and the bartender was super sweet! I went for a bourbon old fashion sour and it didn't disappoint. Can't believe I've never been here before. read more

Very nice cocktail neighborhood place! Chill environment with a cheap drink menu. You cannot beat this place if you want a round with friends. I went there by myself and it was a great choice. Single or in a couple it's a great place to be. It's best is in winter because it's a cozy corner in MKE. You will get the best city experience there. Ciao read more

Still a gem. You can't go wrong! Every cocktail on the menu is delicious and all sorts of folks are welcome.

We have been to Finks a few times and it is always great. They're cocktails are amazing and on the cheaper side which is a plus! Service is great. Love the cozy ambiance. There's also a bunch of games to play. The outdoor area also seems nice and will definitely need to try it out in warmer weather. read more

Shame on me. I've been to Finks a zillion times and never reviewed the place! So shameful. I love Fink's. It's a solid dive bar that takes tiny bars and turns it on its head. At Fink's you'll enjoy some of the best old fashioned you can find in Milwaukee and the service is great. Built on a somewhat younger crowd the place motto's itself after trendy, shabby chic digs, that until more recently will soon see an entire new patio setup in the back. I am looking forward to that! Along with the trendiness you can also play board games, classic video games and a few pinball machines. Fink's just really is a place built to kick it and yes they can! Between the dimly lit interior and the super accessible ease of getting to anything Eastside or anything up on Brady Street it really is hard to beat the place. Location, location, location. I've had more than a few of my share of cocktails while sitting in Fink's enjoying the decadence of lounging. Hungry? Try running over to Bel Air their cousin across the street and get some goods to go. It's those little things that make this place oh so special. I prefer hanging here on the weekday as it can get busy on the weekend. Either way just get here and get some! Boom! read more

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Stopped in Sunday afternoon and stayed for two of the specials. The drink details made them great. The bartender was a pro, taking his time yet moving nicely through several orders. No baseball game to watch. A Christmas Tale was showing. read more

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An old school bar turned hipster hangout serving some great artisanal cocktails including old fashioned, manhattan, uncle buck, and more. We popped in for a drink I tried the uncle buck (bourbon, maple syrup, lemon, butters) which was excellent while others in our group had old fashioneds made with care and it showed. This place isn't very large, just one long room that feels like it hasn't changed in quite a while. It has a cozy lived-in feel making it a great spot for a drink or two. Recommended read more

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Finks is a great bar in downtown Milwaukee with a nice outdoor patio. If you've been to Milwaukee, you are probably familiar with the "Hello Milwaukee" sign painted onto it's wall. There is no kitchen so you can't order apps but there is a very wide drink selection. I had the Dirty Sprite cocktail and it was great! read more

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Great beer selection. Cute wall art saying hello Milwaukee! Cool staff! Nice outdoor patio as well. read more

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Finks isn't big, but it is a great spot for many occasions: happy hour, a date, patio chilling, playing board games, or maybe even just waiting for your table at BelAir. They have a craft cocktail menu (including the classic Old Fashioned and House Apple Pie shot), 8 tap beers (which are $3 during happy hour) and 90 different bottled beers! Come on a Monday for $5 mojitos or Wednesdays for $5 Moscow Mules. read more

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I recently had a concussion that compromised my memory. Given the bartenders agressivly cold and withholding demeanor I was utterly conceived I must have bullied her in high school or hit her dog with my car. But then I remembered I have never bullied anyone in my life and I don't own a car. Turns out she was just that unpleasant. I have seen someone so upset to hand me a beer in my life. It was a horrible experience, will probably come back again. read more

Finks has been around awhile, but I hadn't stopped in until recently. That's a shame because it's a nice, reasonably chill bar that serves up really good drinks. Their old Fashioned is one of the absolute best I've had in town - not too sweet, heavy on the bitters. If you're a beer person, you'll find plenty to be happy about regardless of if you want a fancy IPA or a simple Miller product. Don't expect much in the way of wine - the hipster crowd doesn't much ask for that, I guess. If you like vintage/pinball video games, Finks should definitely be a stop as they have a good number of machines. Also, if you are a cyclist, they have a bike repair station with free tools and tubes for sale. Pretty cool, Fink's. read more

I have a love-hate relationship with Finks. It has an amazing location right off of water Street across from Bel Air and their cocktails are very tasty. They have a lot of rotating tops for their beers which is also amazing. Their downfall is the bartenders. On one occasion, I had a bartender take my drink when there were still sips at the bottom. Also they were rude to my friends and I when we were sitting at the bar chatting while one of our friends was finishing their drink. We had already bought a drink and we were driving home, so we didn't want to get another round while she was finishing. You could tell the bartender was very salty about this. also, on an early Sunday afternoon I had a bartender refuse to make a Bloody Mary. This was very disappointing because it was a beautiful day on a weekend, which is perfect for a Bloody Mary. read more

Honestly this was the spot for 3 years. Great staff, friendly, and good drinks. If your close by you should make it your go-to spot.

The new old Redroom, almost exactly. Almost. I was surprised at how much I dug this place post re-vamp. I suspect it's because they really didn't change anything too drastically. Finks: owned by the same folks that own Bel-Air (across the street), Balzac, Hi-Hat, Palomino, you know... I love that they're not trying to be something more than a corner bar at Finks. This spot's got a few select craft taps, but beyond that, most of the by the bottle barley pop offerings are pretty standard. They do two versions of the (in)famous Old-Fashioned and a Sidecar and another classic cocktail that I forgot what it was and at six bucks a pop, they won't break the bank. Let's talk CANS (& not the now-defunct hellhole on Kenilworth): Hamms and Old Style in cans at two dollaz (make you holla)! I do think two bucks for a tiny Rhinie - no matter how adorable - is a bit much, however. But! Now, with new, comfier bar stools. Huzzah! With homey and hip yet not over the top decor, a laid-back vibe, and old school Cheers on the tube, Finks makes room for itself by virtue of its chilled-out cool in a city already replete with corner bars. Four stars, Finks! read more

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Great place! Had the bartender Dan and he answered all of our questions and gave great convo! I will be back because of the vibes, drinks, and knowledgeable bartenders read more