A great way to learn the history of Pabst beer right where it was born…read more Our tour guide was great and the tour very educational. It's a treat to walk around and explore the building, specially on a cold day of winter. This is a fun thing do with friends & family visiting. The staff is nice. Highly recommended! P.S. Make sure you tip your tour guide!

This is NOT a conventional brewery tour like the Miller Tour here in Milwaukee or the Budweiser…read moretour in St. Louis. That's because the Pabst brewery closed over 30 years ago and moved to San Antonio. This is where Pabst started and the tour was my favorite of the 3. You can buy your ticket (adult $14) at the coffee shop on the corner and that's where the tour starts. My tour was on a Tuesday and is called the Tall Boy Tour. That's because they give you a 16 oz can of your beer of choice to start. I picked a PBR Light and then we watched a short movie about Pabst. Our tour guide was excellent. I can't remember if his name was Joe or Pat (had long black hair with a beard) but he was very knowledgeable, used humor and made the tour interesting and enjoyable. We went through several old buildings listening to the interesting story of the company (that started in 1844) and the Best family that started it and Capt. Pabst that it was ultimately named after. The tour ends in the nice gift shop. I recommend this tour!

Stopped for a drink before a game and was pleasantly surprised at the beautiful inside. It was a…read more10-minute walk to Baird Center and the center of downtown. But parking is paid parking on the street, with spots hard to find. Once the parking situation is resolved, things are great. The vibes inside was awesome - very open, with lots of seating. There seems to be tons of seating options, and outdoor seating as well for when the days are warmer. And for a brewery, the most important thing? The beer, of course! And it was good. We've had their beer before and have always like them. It was great getting some more on draft. Agro pop IPA Yummy!! Panther pale ale OK, but not my fave. I wouldn't get it again. Cheese curds $14 These were delicious, but it did get salty after munching through the plate. We were limiting ourselves to just one drink, and needed more drinks or another food item to mediate our tastebuds. I'd order again with a proper meal or with more booze. Service was super nice, though not quite polished, which I don't mind at all. Points for a nice smilze!

Solid food, great vibes. If you are ever in the area looking for some bar food and cool atmosphere,…read morecheck out Pilot Project! My chicken pesto melt was super flavorful and felt light since the chicken was grilled and the focaccia bun was nice and soft. Fries were average bar fries. David's chicken sandwich was huge! He didn't like the pickles that were on it, or the garlic aioli but chicken and bun were good. I wasn't a fan of my sour (Punch Kissed Parasol) but David enjoyed his beer (Falk Bock). Service was great!

I was in town and staying at BrewHouse Inn and Suites. I had been to On Tap on the past and loved…read morethe pizza. Last night, a Saturday night, we planned our day around ending at On Tap and having a pizza. We arrived at 10:45pm and the bartender informed us that the kitchen was closed. I said, "well, the website mentions the late night pizza menu.". He said "we don't do that anymore.". If you are planning to eat at On Tap at the end of your evening, you may be out of luck, which is unfortunate because the pizza is really good.

This place is so fun! I came back for the annual Beer Hunt and ate lunch and dinner here. Its…read moreclassic bar fare but they do it GOOD. My favorite has to be the jumbo pretzel. It's so tasty and makes the perfect app. The burger is also really good! If you're a beer drinking, they have so many options *on tap*. Another notch in their belt is the staff -- they are awesome. Super friendly and welcoming! I haven't had a chance to enjoy the patio, but it looks so cute. Definitely taking of it on my next visit! Thanks for another great time, OnTap!

It gets no better than being downtown in Deer District at the Beer Garden! This is one awesome spot…read moreto catch a game and hangout. Big screen TV on the front wall and a whole lot of area to post up and chillax. We caught game 1 of the Bucks against the Celtics and found ourselves in the midst of a serious throw down happening here. Despite the long lines, we found beers and we enjoyed every minute of the game on the big screen in style! Milwaukee style! I love going to the game but something about being outdoors in the Beer Garden in front of the area that made it super special. The energy was unmatched and I was completely blown away that this venue is free to the general public to get in. Not sure if it gets much better than that. I'll be back again to check this mecca of Milwaukee out again!

I have to echo Chadwick's review - this place is awesome!! Despite walking by this spot numerous…read moretimes on ways to Bucks games during winter, I didnt understand or appreciate its true potential until the playoffs started. The beer garden, located off 3rd street next to the loaded slate, features picnic tables in front of a huge 26 foot screen. a plexiglas roof up above let's you see the sky but keeps out the elements (I watched one of the first round games during a downpour and was just fine). You dont have to buy - so it's free but if you buy a drink at the actual "beer garden" stand, theres free popcorn with your purchase. Theres also various drink and food stands .. auntie Annie's has a pretzel truck and lots of people were bringing pizza from Brick 3 on 3rd st. Security (you'll see them in bright yellow vests) has done a good job letting everyone have a good time but taking care of problems (dont be8 standing on the picnic tables please.) I've only watched away games here but walking through the area to go into the forum for game 1 of the semi finals I could tell the energy would be crazy there even for home games. it's a great option if you dont have a ticket. It does truly feel like "Milwaukees living room" The tables are communal - you'll definitely make some new friends, and the energy is just off the charts. I love how all eyes are on the tv and everyone will start chanting "MVP" or "DE-FENCE" like were actually at the game. Bango, the dancers, the drum line and other members of the bucks crew usually make an appearance on a final side note....Over 15 years ago I lamented the tearing down of the old Park East freeway and my easy freeway access....it took over 15 years, but the promise and potential of this part of the city and downtown is finally starting to be fulfilled with the Deer District. Get here and experience it for yourself!

This charming little cafe was the place I visited the most during my recent trip to Wisconsin. It…read morewas near my hotel and to the only place in the area that served matcha lemonade (which can be really hard to find sometimes). Said matcha lemonade was actually a spritz and it was fantastic. I loved it so much that I asked them for the recipe and they were kind enough to share it. Beyond how good my matcha lemonade spritz, I also loved their courtyard. It felt historical and quaint. I'm glad I had the chance to visit here and that I got a little piece of the cafe to take back home with me.

Best place coffee is located in the Pabst Brewery complex area giving it that very history,…read moreclassic, and homie vibe. I like that they have indoor seating with a lot of natural lighting and courtyard seat seating options. I stopped in for a vanilla latte and muffin, both of which were really good. Staff were also super friendly. They do have specialty drinks/spirits that I would also love to come back and try out. Would definitely recommend checking it out!

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.

This is do not miss place - somehow I have missed this on every trip to Milwaukee...including at…read moreleast a dozen on the same street! How does this happen? Thanks as always to Yelp for finding OGBH - because this place is AWESOME! We wanted to sit at the bar, but the bar was busy, so we grabbed a table in the other room and the bartender came to us about 4 minutes later and said there were 2 spots at the bar! So, we moved to the bar and thoroughly enjoyed the next 3 hours - we might still be there, if it wasn't for the Brewers game we had tickets to! We enjoyed several different beers on tap, talked with the bartenders - specifically Mitch and Sarah and of course the other people at the bar. We enjoyed the OGBH Brat - for sure the best brat I have ever had. The bun is perfectly warm and toasty, the brat is delicious and full of flavor and of course, it's snappy! We even tried the bavarian pretzel with the yummy cheese! I love this place - I don't have to search for anywhere else to go now that I have found this gem!

I love OGBH! Whether it's a sporting event night in downtown or just a random night, it's a great…read moreplace to stop in for a (root) beer or two. I'm not a beer drinker myself, so I always go for a liter of the root beer. I'm not even a huge root beer fan, but it feels fitting when I visit here. I love their chicken schnitzel tenders. The ranch here is so well-flavored and compliments the thin breading on the tenders.

Thanks to Anthony M for posting this great event…read more http://www.yelp.com/events/milwaukee-1st-annual-oktoberfest-party So glad to be a part of the first. Oktoberfest at Best Place. Brau House Polkakings play the faves and the requests. Bartenders are friendly fast and efficient. The food was available for $5 Which was a traditional German Bratwurst , German potatoes, German Baked beans and German sauerkraut, served by..... Bubs Big Texas Style BBQ. They had 4 types of Oktoberfest brews I had Lakefront brewery Oktoberfest and by my guess it mist have been very popular since that stick was removed near the end of the night. Beer was $2-3 a pint or you could get a certificate package that includes a commemorative pint glass, 1 grand raffle, 10 general raffles 1 meal ticket. What a great time for all ages. Music came from a wide variety of performers from. Polka, waltzing accordion player Erick , acoustic folk, DJ spinning his mobile collection of you pick and play. Met Ron R. and Stephanie R. See their traditional Oktoberfest fashion in pics to come shortly. Shout outs to CM Rachel F. and Cassie D. Thanks to Jerry& Sherry Janiszwsky, for organizing and Jim & Karen Haertel to the staff of BEST PLACE. For starting a new Milwaukee Tradition. Wishing them Continued success for the future festivals to come. I know they are already making plans. 2nd O'Fest.

Brewhaus polka kings? A bubble machine?…read moreCommemorative glasses? Roaming accordian guy? Free-flowing suds? $20 for tons of beer, food, raffle tix, and a stock certificate? General Oktoberfest revelry and good cheer? Check. Mate. You'd have to be crazy not to love a party at the Best Place. Crazy, I tell you.

The wife and I were road tripping and this was one of our last stops before heading home. It has…read morebeen on my hit list ever since I picked up a pack of their barrel scotch ale previously; and this stop did not disappoint. My man Colin was a super gracious host and basically gave us the VIP experience. Located in a gorgeous former church smack dab next to Pabst and the original grain silos that you can totally see right outside the windows from the bar. The bar tap handles are all hand painted ducks and there is a plethora of product to peruse, from beer, to merch, to whiskey, and beyond! Located just north of historic third ward in the beer district, you should definitely make it a point to stop in and patronize. In terms of food, they have snacks available, think pretzels and popcorn all the time; and a third party vendor available the rest of the time. My personal faves, the barrel scotch ale and the northern rivals barrel barley wine beer. If you appreciate good craft beer and have not hit Central Waters as of yet, put it on your hit list and make a day, and/or, weekend of it in MKE.

Amazing staff. Holy cats, rarely have I experienced the level of service that I had here…read more Knowledgable about the beer and eager to share. The food is good the beer is excellent and the space is cool. If you like beer and you don't know Central Waters (even if you do) - come.

Third Space Brewing occasionally hosts 'pints with a purpose' evenings where you can go, enjoy a…read morepint, and know a portion of the proceeds is helping out a local nonprofit. We attended such an evening where the proceeds from our pints were supporting Islands of Brilliance, a local nonprofit offering creative programs for autistic and other neurodivergent students. Third Space was featuring their peanut butter brilliance, which is an American style porter, for the evening. My beer buddy and I both ordered their peanut butter brilliance and enjoyed it in their tap room/brewery. There's plenty of seating so even on a bustling Friday evening we were able to get our beers right away and find a spot to enjoy them. Love this spot and while it's a little more magical in the summer months when you can enjoy the outdoors, it's a great oasis in the colder months as well. Get to it!

This is not a bad space for beer fans I'm sure, but I was here for a private party in their back…read moreroom area and cannot review the bar. While the space opens up wide, it is not air conditioned and at the height of summer it is hotter than Hades inside. They have fans, but they just push the hot air around. While I was there they had a seafood food truck parked outside, but it was hard to imagine a worse choice for a day where raw seafood would sizzle as soon as it left the window. I can't comment on service, since I didn't interact with any staff. I'm sure in more temperate weather this is a fun hangout, but man - not in summer.