Excellent Lake Perch for Friday Fish Fry!…read more Combine excellent fare w good bartop energy and great service (Daniel) it adds up to 5-Stars. This place is not a secret as packed busy on a Friday early afternoon. The regulars were welcoming and fun. I had to have my Lake Perch fix and Swingin' Door delivered. The perch was fresh and lightly breaded. I tend to overdo it when in Wisco and had a clam chowder as a starter. The GF had the Rueben which also served as breckie snack the next day. My future semi-regular stop when in MKE.

I was heading to the Downer Theater after work for a movie on Friday night and of course wanted a…read morefish fry beforehand. I surprisingly don't have many options in my "MKE - Fish Fry" collection that are near downtown, but Swinging Door Exchange was one of them. I was pressed for time, so I placed a to go order rather than dining in. I got the combo fish fry (two pieces of cod, two pieces of perch, and three fried shrimp) with potato pancakes. I was also very easily talked into the half rack rib appetizer. The ribs were good, even though I prefer sauce that's more sweet and smokey. Their sauce was on the tangy side with a tease of spice that really only became noticeable when the majority of the half rack was gone. If I were in the mood for ribs as my main meal, I'd consider getting theirs as an entree. The two potato pancakes weren't homemade; instead, they were premade hash brown patties that some other restaurants also serve with their fish frys. These were perfectly acceptable in lieu of homemade pancakes. The cod tasted great, but the breading didn't hold up very well. Either the fish itself was too wet or the two block walk back to my car allowed for condensation to wreck it or possibly both. The perch was not yellow lake perch but probably something like pike perch. Even though both kinds of fish and the shrimp were all good sized portions, $29 feels like a lot. I wouldn't say no to it, though, if I were dining in next time and avoid the extra cost of their takeout fee. Shout-out to the bartenders working that night. The bar area was absolutely packed, but both of the ones I talked to about placing my order were friendly and helpful even with being super busy.

Brat House is a MKE staple in my opinion. Creative menu with tons of different sausage options, fun…read moredrinks, and quick service. The lunchbox shot is must when visiting. One fun thing this place offers is coach busses (buy a ticket) to the Packer games up in GB, which comes with all you can drink on the bus and access to a pregame party. The staff is always kind and the bus drivers are too. Classic Milwaukee "dive" bar!

If someone asked me to give them one place to go that sums up Milwaukee, this is it…read more Cheap craft beer on draft, an abundance of brats, friendly service, and an atmosphere that will show you how much Milwaukee is a large city with a small-town feel. They carry Usinger's sausages from Milwaukee, and they'll have a beer for every palate. They also close late, which is perfect for those of you who do not find out that you cannot purchase alcohol after 9 pm from liquors or grocery stores.

Stopped at Sobelmans for a bloody! Bloody was good and perfectly spicy. Staff was very nice as…read morewell. Was hoping the drink came in a glass mug, however. Would recommend getting there early if going on a weekend. Parking in lot is limited and can be challenging to get out of so prepare to park on street.

Arrived after waiting nearly a decade to return to what was one of my most memorable stops the last…read moretime I was in Milwaukee. Waitress didn't know details of a featured menu item - The Grand Slam bloody mary - and even though we told the staff we came here from San Diego for one of the big bloody mary meals they offer, the waitress DOWNsold us to get the tiny offering pictured here. This was a huge disappointment and I'm quite frustrated that we were so looking forward to a fun treat as our dinner and ended up with a small snack and will have to go get dinner elsewhere. Giving 2 stars because the Spotted Cow beer was amazing as always and the snack food we did eat was delightful even though the portion was a tremendous letdown.

Never a disappointment . Have tried so many menu items, all great…read more Relaxed atmosphere Will have to go for the new smash burger soon

5 stars for the tastiest burgers EVER. The meat and buns are top notch. A yummy buttery bundle of…read moredelishness! Served hot with a smile. Onion rings and fries were good.

Our night at Oak Barrel was wonderful. Our food was delicious. The music was spot on. More than…read moreanything though, the service was so wonderful. The manager was so kind and so attentive. The servers were checking in on us and made sure me and my daughter had a great night. Great staff!

Came here on a Friday night around 6pm for dinner, there were three of us, one child. The street…read morewas busy, full of older adults, drinking so we thought it would be hard to get a table, but it was very easy. They have a catcher machine in here, I got one, didn't win. They start you with free bacon grease popcorn, it was tasty, you can for sure taste the bacon! The staff were efficient, quick, nice. I got a German beer, and a soda water, my partner did as well. My kiddo got a lemonade. For appetizers we got the pretzel sticks, and the curds with marinara and ranch. So good! Both were well seasoned and delicious. For meals, I got the chicken Caesar salad wrap, with fries. It was good, creamy, and I had crispy chicken replace the grilled. The fries were good. My partner got the Cajun Mac and cheese with chicken and the waitress suggested a side of fries, he said it was very good. My child got the pepperoni pizza, they have a 12inch pizza and it was enjoyed! Definitely recommend for dinner when you're about to go to a show or if you're in the area!

Ok - I'll admit it. I used to go to Von Triers when I was in college (circa late 1980's early…read more1990's) and throw down a few Weiss beers. We had seen the reports that the place was sold and renovated. On Saturday night I said "Hey, let's go to Von Triers" and I was glad we did. The Weiss beer was still as we remembered, and the food was really solid. My wife got the schnitzel sandwich and I got the jaegerschnitzel. The inside of the place looked the same as I blurrily remembered. The night we went, it was a really laid back atmosphere and the food was really good. We'll be back.

Free popcorn! Ask the server for the popcorn to serve you in a big bowl. It's a nice welcome snack…read more/ appetizer. This place has a lot of character and charm. They have indoor and outdoor seating for the season. Great for mini hangouts with friends. I tried their soup of the day , broccoli cheese, and salad that was pretty good. They got my dressing wrong, supposed to be ranch but it was bleu cheese. It seems the place was busy and only had one server so it took sometime to receive the entrees, so plan ahead if you're expecting to eat hungry.

This place is a date night fave for my boyfriend and me. We have never eaten dinner here, but have…read moreenjoyed many a pint! It is a warm, cozy and welcoming atmosphere. Our favorite place to settle in is the nook across to the spot where the musicians usually are. Service is friendly and so are the patrons! There hasn't been a time when a friendly stranger struck up a conversation with us. We will definitely be back!!!

I haven't had dinner here in several years, and today was my first time in for brunch. I ordered…read morethe Irish Breakfast with eggs over easy (although they were cooked over medium), and Bubble & Squeak as my potato choice, which is fried mashed potatoes with cabbage and bacon, yet I didn't see or taste cabbage or bacon inside. The other components of the dish included fried bangers (sausages), black & white pudding (blood sausage & pork), baked beans, sauteed mushrooms, grilled tomatoes, bacon, and another small puck of sausage, as well as brown bread and butter. It was a great value with some items I liked and some I didn't due to personal preference, not because anything wasn't prepared well, as it all appeared to be cooked properly. My girlfriend ordered the Celtic Grilled Cheese with bacon, arugula, aged white cheddar, aioli, grilled tomatoes on toasted sourdough. Her sandwich looked amazing, and I regret not asking for a bite. That may be a future order for me. She loved it! I also ordered the County Clare Bloody Mary, which is made with their own seasoning blend and served with a chaser of Harp beer. They asked me how spicy I wanted it, and I said medium, which I think they nailed. This was one of the best Bloodies I've had in town! Overall, a nice brunch experience with good service and a great ambience. I do want to return to try more brunch items.

If you are GF, you need to stop at Explorium Brewpub for their food! I had the cheese curds and…read moreboneless wings. (Even my non-gf boyfriend said they were top tier) Service was fast and very nice! They were very informative about the menu and fryers

I love Explorium at Southridge, I love it even more in the Third Ward!…read more Stopped by here for the first time for beer and pub grub on a Friday night. We made reservations but would have been easily seated without them. We started with a beer order (of course). I'm such a fan of Explorium beers. I got their peanut butter stout and loved it. If you're a porter and stout fan, their stout list is much more robust than many breweries. And, all that we've tried have been pitch perfect. For my dinner, I got their caesar salad with blackened chicken. The chicken is super flavorful with a nice heat. Their caesar has additions that I don't normally dig on my caesar (kalamatas, tomatoes) but here? I love it. It came perfectly dressed and was absolutely delicious. After dinner, my dining companion and I ordered their 'perfect manhattan' which was deliciously well made and well named. We enjoyed it over a game of cribbage. The atmosphere is casual and comfortable and the service was spot on. Get to it!

This pub is alright. I will start with the things that I enjoyed. The vibes are great. Nice crowd…read moreof people. The atmosphere and decor are warm, moody, and cozy as one would expect from a British pub. Prices are decent for the Brady area. The scotch eggs were good. Small and delicious bites of protein goodness. My favorite thing was the fish fry/fish and chips. The fish was the best part because it was flaky with a light, crispy batter. Now there are two things that didn't go well. The first is the Lancashire hotpot. Traditional ones are supposed to have thin potatoes all covered over the top. This one only had a few on the side. See the picture below. The menu even said "topped with potatoes." The stew itself just tasted like ground beef in beef broth. It was sad. Service was not good. Our server never checked on us the whole night after taking our order. We couldn't get any drink refills and had to flag down a different server to close out our order. I generally enjoy British food and will come back to give them another chance. I would order different things next time, though.

A classic British Pub with dark wood interior. Outside rooftop patio. Popular spot to watch English…read moresoccer games. Very close to home which is exciting! Had the potato bites which were yummy. Want to try the Fish n' chips next time. They looked tasty. We sat at the bar & Karen was our bartender who was quite pleasant Friendly regular patrons here. Great Pilsner & IPA. We really like this spot.

Coconut Cream Milkshake IPA - lighter than I expected, with a citrusy aftertaste…read more Blues Breaker - Belgian style white ale which tastes as expected for a Belgian style beer. Once entering, next time I would sit in the farther back room as opposed to the front room. You order at the table with a QR code. I think this place would be more fun in the summer months or for a fun event.

This continues to be my favorite brewery. They alway have a great variety of beer styles, and have…read moremore recently expanded into seltzers and increased NA offerings to accommodate the shifting market. The staff is so helpful, I know it makes me such an old man but I can't resist asking which tap is their favorite every time. They'll let you try anything, so don't be afraid to ask! Even on a Saturday afternoon, we were able to find a table for two (plus a baby) in the taproom full of happy people and families. They also opened up the back area of the taproom to double the seating space. With its proximity to Brady Street, I'd make this a must-stop for anyone coming from out of town, and if you're local but haven't been yet, you need to go.