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    On Tap

    3.6 (93 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Live music
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    PBR, shot of Whiskey plus snack
    Joneice B.

    Really enjoyed dining and drinking at this venue. Happened to be onsite for a Yelp Elite event at the hotel next door. We stopped in for Happy Hour to pre-game before the event. They had specials for drinks and snacks. We opted to get the $6 Cosmo which were really tasty. Additionally, they had $6 Old Fashions available for HH. I also got the PBR Snack pack for $4 bucks which included PBR tall boy, shot of whiskey and cheese/salami/olive charcuterie stick. The atmosphere here is chill. The workers were friendly and excited to have people dine. They have super large TV and an expansive patio area. We sat both in the booths and the bar (late nite) and service was equally excellent. For food we tried the cheese curds which were perfect and not too much dough on the cheese. They came out sizzling hot and were very crispy deliciousness. Later in the evening, I came back and ordered the Chicken Strip Basket. It was priced at $17 bucks but I had plenty of leftover and could be shared with two people. The Chicken strips and accompanying honey mustard were clutch.

    Jessica J.

    Such a great spot! Recently I ate there for the first time in awhile, and it was a wonderful experience. Two friends and I came in for lunch during the week and were quickly seated. Their menu has allll the options- if you're a burger person, they got you. Salads? Yep. Pizza? You bet! The list goes on. I went with the turkey club from the 'handhelds' section and ordered it as a wrap. Plentiful, tasty, and I loved the cranberry aioli! Who knew there was such a thing? Other pros of OnTap: staff are very friendly, their beer garden/patio is huge and so well-kept, and they offer great events like bingo nights, live music, and more.

    Menu as of 10/22/2025
    Greg B.

    On Tap is a good lunch/dinner option before events at Fiserv Forum since it's just up the hill to the west of the arena and they were fairly empty on a night in which the Bucks were expecting a large crowd. I ordered the beer battered cheese curds for an appetizer and got mac and cheese topped with chicken tenders for my entree. The cheese curds were great. Clearly homemade and the beer in the batter was subtle. A little greasy, but not too much. The menu said the mac and cheese had a "Wisconsin cheese sauce". Had I thought that meant beer cheese (usually that's indicated), I wouldn't have gotten it. The cheese tasted heavily of beer, which I wasn't a fan of. The tenders on top had a crispy, pleasent tasting breading and helped give me a different flavor to focus on, but I feel like two tenders worth of chicken for $6 is skimpy when the mac and cheese without any add-ons is already $13. This was actually my second visit to On Tap (I don't remember what I had the first time besides the cheese curds). I'll likely return, but won't consider getting the mac and cheese.

    Menu Sept 2025
    Becky L.

    Stopped by before an event in the area and we had great service, despite prior reviews saying otherwise. My biggest gripe is parking - if you can find a spot, it's generally free after 6pm, but it can get parked up fast on the surrounding streets. I like the neon beer light coloring on the cream brick and the huge bar. Great space and plenty of room for people. Prices aren't terrible considering what other bars in the area charge. Saw the pizza which looked great - will have to try that next time!

    Mary Jo C.

    This is a fantastic bar restaurant patio that is connected to the brewhouse Inn and suites in Milwaukee. So much to do you will not find yourself bored at all. From the great food to the amazing cocktails and beers, you should absolutely try out this bar. It has a lovely patio attached as well. Great for groups of friends or on a date night. You cannot go wrong.

    Cerabeth G.

    Came during a slower time and the food was served fast. The server was excellent and helped us decide. Loved the fried pickles! The blackened chicken sandwich was very juicy and well seasoned.

    Rudy M.

    This restaurant stands inside part of the PBR factory. They have a lot of signage and pictures but my favorite was the massive Pabst neon sign hanging on the wall. We ordered food right away and split 12 big chicken wings with half in bbq and the other in buffalo sauce. Both flavors are great, but the buffalo was lightly sauced, which was actually okay with me. For my entree, I ordered a bacon burger with cheese and it was pretty good. The bacon tasted smoky, and the burger patty was thick. I really enjoyed their fries. The best I've had to date this year. My friend had the cheesesteak sandwich but he said the Valveeta was a bit too much for him. Other than that, the bread was great and the meat and veggies were paired perfectly. I tried his cheese mashed potatoes and they were pretty good! Their menu selection is great so definitely try some of their apps. I'd definitely give this place another go.

    GOLD ketchup!
    Oscar B.

    Great. Was served very quickly, lovely waitress Dylann, and staff was very kind and helpful. Dylann recommended some of her favorites, and they didn't disappoint. The blue ribbon burger was EXCEPTIONAL ! The music was snippets from popular songs, an odd choice, but I believe some sort of bingo was being played. Very large portions but my wife and I enjoyed! Would recommend if looking for a big hearty dinner to share and watch some sporting events. Happy St. Patrick's!

    Spacious dining room and bar area
    Mike L.

    Beautiful pub, with high ceilings, cool decor, located in the center of the brewery district. Enjoyed a delicious cheesesteak on a fresh crusty French roll. Portion was a bit small by Milwaukee standards, but tasty, as were the crispy tots. Good, but not spectacular service. Parking is metered, on street.

    Brewer's Cobb Salad
    Tanya H.

    Really large portion sizes with a few unique offerings and your standard go to's. Fun atmosphere and great beer on tap from local breweries. Highly recommends the honey hot cheese curds!

    The Pabst Blue ribbon burger & Fish Sandwich

    5 Star place for brunch or lunch! The food was awesome! Our waitress Jo was so upbeat and pleasant. Excellent service. In addition we had a DJ playing happy upbeat music (Every Sunday afternoon!) You could not help but be in a good mood by the time you leave there! Thanks "On Tap" for a first time experience. It will not be the last time!

    Samantha B.

    Stopped in for drinks since this place was closed the last time I was in town. The spot is beautiful. Horrible service. Bartender didn't greet us or introduce himself, just said "are you having food drinks or both". He never made eye contact or acknowledged us as we ordered, legit was like talking to a wall. What was strange was he asked us about opening a tab took our card and kept it. When we closed out the second bartender said that was strange and wondered if that was a new thing because he said it wasn't necessary. I only give it two stars because his relieving bartender was very friendly and if he was our first encounter my review might have been very different. Will not be stopping back in here.

    Chun P.

    Nice casual spot to drink and eat some bar food, especially if you're in the area for a Pabst tour or staying at the Brewhouse Inn, otherwise not worth going out of your way to get here. Very friendly waitress and bartenders. Nothing fancy, yet not dive, but relaxed and comfy. $18 Giant Pretzel, served with Spinach & Artichoke Dip, Beer Cheese, and Honey Mustard...a very good, big, thick pretzel! Just seemed a bit overpriced. $17 Milly Cheesesteak...Prime Rib, Peppers, and Onions on a French Baguette, Smothered in PBR Beer Cheese and America's Finest Sliced Cheese...fatty, cheesy, meaty, and delicious!

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