My grandson and I went to the Red Lion prior to a Brewers game. Had cheese curds which were the best I have ever had. Then we shared a sheperd's pie and that was so good. I had a gin and tonic with that meal and again it was delicious, and it wasn't top shelf. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I also liked the atmosphere of the pub.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our bartender was so polite and attentive to our needs. read more

Came here on a Saturday morning. The staff was super friendly and we got a table right away to watch Premier league games. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's an intimate setting but makes you feel like you're in London![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Big TVs, beer, and food.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I got the breakfast sandwich which was honestly super tasty and worth it. $14 and included breakfast potatoes. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Fun vibe as Modelo was sponsoring a foot game[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]I visited off-hours on a late Sunday afternoon, which was perfect for exploring the space.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I live near the sister pub, Three Lions, so this had been on my list to "places to visit in MKE" for a long time. [[HIGHLIGHT]]However, the continuous construction (I feel like it's been since 2012??!!) is always extremely discouraging and parking is like the survival of the fittest.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The pub itself has a similar vibe to Three Lions. I ADORE the Union Jack painted on the ceiling and red English phone booth. It is reminiscent of a stereotypical "English" pub (and yes, I have been to many - mostly outside of London - in the past 3 years).[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] There was only one employee working at my time of visit, and maybe 10-15 other patrons. I ordered the Ruben rolls, which were great but left in the fryer 2 mins too long. Sadly, they did not have any of the ciders or beers I longed for.... which is understandable these days due to tariffs. I definitely plan on going back to see what the vibe is like during World Cup matches. read more

Red Lion Pub - Pubs Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Been going to Red Alison a lot for their Thursday trivia and that has always been a good time. Their food isn't always the best, though. Chicken tenders come out burnt or the food is not as advertised. Their shepherds pie is not braised lamb, it's ground beef instead. Still tasted good, but disappointing. Several things on their website menu are actually never available. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Service has been decent, sometimes takes a while for them to come back around, but the place is always packed for trivia.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Red Lion Pub - Chicken Tenderloin Basket - Pubs Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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Stopped in for dinner with my wife. I ordered the fish and chips which were okay and my wife ordered Ruben egg rolls which I think they forgot to put in the fryer. They brought out my meal and said the other meal is coming shortly. It look about 7-10 minutes for the other dish to come out which wasn't very fun. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We were the only people eating in the restaurant so I think we were just confused.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Would look elsewhere if you're in the area read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]A classic British Pub with dark wood interior.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Outside rooftop patio.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Popular spot to watch English soccer games.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] 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 [[HIGHLIGHT]]Friendly regular patrons here[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. Great Pilsner & IPA. We really like this spot. read more

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This pub is alright. I will start with the things that I enjoyed. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The vibes are great. Nice crowd of people. The atmosphere and decor are warm, moody, and cozy as one would expect from a British pub.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] 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. read more

Red Lion Pub - Lancashire hotpot with only a few potatoes :( - Pubs Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

One week before the start of FIFA World Cup, the Red Lion changes ownership. As a self-proclaimed soccer bar, someone dropped the ball. 5 out of 12 tappers empty. No Guinness, no Spotted Cow, no Modelo, no Carlsberg, no Kronenbourg. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Crappy-ass music playing instead of the game. Had to ask the bartender to stop the music and turn on the game commentary.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Reuben sandwich was mediocre at best. So disappointing. read more

The food was good. The service was quick and [[HIGHLIGHT]]the ambiance was very good.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I really enjoyed eating there.

The Old Speckled Hen ale was fine. But I made the mistake of ordering the lamb pasty. It was made of shredded chicken. Not a bit of lamb. And since when are pasty's filled with rice? The crust was not a pasty crust but a soggy mess. Oy! My wife's fish sandwich was good, she reported. And her chips were proper chips, so there's that. read more

Delicious breakfast. Brunch is great. Friendly servers. Great coffee. Full English breakfast and corned beef breakfast are available among other items. read more

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My weary traveler self needed a place to pass the time. The choice of entertainment was beer and footy. With only two games in Matchday 5 of the Euros, my butt became quick drying cement to a cozy barstool. Türkiye hit a pair of absolute piss missiles (watch the highlights) against Georgia to kick off my Tuesday escapade. My palate was opened by a Carlsberg via a suggestion from a woman whose taste cannot be questioned. Sage, you were right. Cheers. I have this terrible tendency to absorb any screen in a public space, so my absence of the bartenders name is entirely my error. It goes so far as to watching subtitled commercials about medications that I don't need. But my man chopped it up with me for a good while, providing company in the early stages. He later solidified his status with a sampler of this soccer ball cocktail promotion that any locals need to keep their eyes peeled for. Ingenious tactics dropping soon. Also, whatever Pineapple Express concoction he made for a gentlemen beside me looked pretty as can be. Magnificently vibrant, just like Aaron Craft's rosacea in the closing minutes of the Big 10 Tournament. As for the edible components of Red Lion, I may have choosing poorly. Either 1000 Island sauce is expensive or they have a lazy understanding of how moist a Reuben needs to be. I'm looking for the bread to soak through and eventually create orange trails from my hands to my propped up elbows. To give a shout, the portion was fat which is necessary for a $15 tag. I'd venture here for more brown liquid and soccer, but might snag a bite elsewhere at the halftime interval depending on future results. Portugal vs Czechia did cleanse my palate before some abysmal beach volleyball. Tarp off cellys are worth the yellow card in every level of the wonderful game. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Awesome cozy British pub with some of the most delish beer-battered cheese curds I've had.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Came in on a Wednesday night before a bucks game, and were able to squeeze in a happy hour drink. Our server was fantastic, she did a great job managing both the tables and the patrons at the bar. After whetting our appetite with the curds and an order of the Caesar Brussels sprouts, I was too full for a main but others enjoyed their burgers ($6 burger night on Wednesday!) My smashed peas and side salad were perfect. Would return and recommend! read more

This is a real-deal British pub, from the outside to the inside. The English-pub vibe is dripping from the walls and ceiling! Gotta love that huge Union Jack covering the entire ceiling. We arrived mid-afternoon, so it was not busy. Our service was quick and the food arrived promptly. I liked that the menu leaned heavily towards English pub food items. The cheese curds had a light crunchy coating. My wife described her 'fish n' chips' order as the best she has ever eaten. The breading was light, flaky, crunchy. Not over-seasoned and oily. There was plenty on the plate for 2. I really enjoyed my Shepards pie. It was prepared just the way it should: loaded with meat, both ground and chunks of lamb. You could taste the red wine reduction soaked into the meat. All covered with smooth cheesy mashed potatoes. It was all washed down with a tall glass of Guinness. Cool pub. Really good food. I'd love to see it at happy hour or St Patrick's Day. We will definitely go back. read more

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I love this spot for happy hour and especially for their fish fry. The bar is English pub style. There is plenty of seating downstairs, upstairs, and out on the roof. There is always plenty of bartenders and servers who are perfection. They are quick, sweet, and attentive. My last visit was to watch a Bucks playoff game. They have plenty of TVs downstairs but also project onto a screen. The bar was busy but not packed or too loud. I had a nice time chatting with the bartenders. The fish fry, as always, was amazing. I love that they serve it with Malt Vinegar! It is one large fillet that comes over a bed of thick cut fries. Everything is fried to perfection; crispy and flaky. There is plenty of parking outside but I always recommend a ride share or bus. Especially if you plan to have a drink because their old fashioneds are excellent and kind of addicting!! read more

Red Lion Pub - British Fish 'n' Chips - Pubs Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

As a soccer fan who used to frequent the red Lion each weekend for matches...WOW this place has fallen from grace. It's been a few years because we moved out of town but the breakfast was absolute disappointing rip off. $17 for a cold English breakfast which was honestly a pathetic excuse for a real English breakfast??? Get out of here. Avo toast was also very disappointing for $14 and tasted like it came out of a bag with quality equal to Taco Bell quac. Will not return. With this 'quality' I cannot imagine they stay open much longer... read more

Red Lion Pub - English breakfast - Pubs Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

I'm only reviewing the service and the Guinness. I believe it was Katie that poured my pint. I warned her I was a snob about Guinness. She took it seriously and poured a great pint. If I get back in town I'll try some food. I also tried the Old Speckled Hen, the pout was nice but I didn't like the beer, not a reflection on the pub though. Walking up to the place it looked cool. Inside I sat at the bar and liked it. read more

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I will not be going back the bartender John and Stephen were unwilling to do their jobs. They sat on their phones and talked while patrons needed help. Even worse their fish and chips gave me food poisoning. I will not recommend this place to my friends. read more

First time here. I'm not sure if l, when we did decide to order it was a while before getting someone to wait on us. I'm sure us siting at a table having brought our drinks didn't help us. When our server did show and he was nice, however it take take over 20min to get water for the table. The food was ok. And this is just my personal option, the fish was a little bland, as was the breading and coleslaw. The fries did have some seasoning on them but some of them were cold in the middle. I don't know if coming back is going to happen, I know it just won't be first on my list of where to go for a fish fry. read more

Great, classic English pub with two floors of seating and a nice rooftop patio. Our server was very nice and had great suggestions, and our food came out relatively quickly. My husband ordered the Bangers and Mash, and I chose the Reuben. The Bangers came with 2 1/2 sausages on top of an extremely large bed of hand-mashed potatoes. So large, that cutting back on the portion size wouldn't have subtracted from the authenticity or deliciousness of the dish. The corned beef on the Reuben was tender, and there was the perfect amount of swiss cheese and fresh sauerkraut. The 1000 Island dressing was thick and tangy, and I appreciated it being served on the side. I ordered my sandwich with a side of "chips" which were thick steak fries. A great cut you don't see too much of anymore. For dessert, our server suggested the Beignets. There were six small pieces served flaky and hot. A fantastic ending to our meal. I only wished there was more powdered sugar ;) Red Lion has a great, spirited vibe that caters to everyone. It's a great place to add to your rooftop bar experiences. read more

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Pleasantly surprised with the RLP's kitchen. The Irish stew was fan-tas-tic! My husband is not even a soup person and he liked his very much, too! The Corned Beef and Cabbage was by flavorful and light. I've only had it once before and this was so much better! And their beignets are really good, too! Yum! I'm looking forward to trying their fish fry next! read more

Red Lion Pub - Corned Beef and Cabbage - Pubs Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

I've never been to England but I'd imagine this is kinda what a pub would look like sans British accents. Dark wood, chill venue with some surprising food. I started with their house soup which tasted like spicy queso dip with chunks of tender, moist chicken. Seriously I felt like I should've had tortilla chips rather than the crusty dinner roll (which would've been amazing with some good butter but was still tasty dipped in the soup). The cheese curds. Dear god. They were like stringy clouds of salty deliciousness. They melted in your mouth with the delicate light batter and gooey curd. Puffs of cheese heaven. Extra bonus points for not being crazy salty like a lot of curds get due to salty batter. My cousin had the fish and chips which was textbook perfect. The same light batter on tender, flaky cod and served on thick and potatoey steak fries - sorry, chips. It came with a good balanced tartar sauce and okay coleslaw (not much flavor, definitely needed vinegar) I got the pan fried walleye which was my only real complaint about the meal. It was cooked a bit too hot because the fish was moist and tender but the outside had several spots of almost burnt breading that overpowered the fish with an acrid, sour taste. I still ate almost all my fish after scraping off the breading, so meal salvaged. The potato pancake was dense and cooked well, crispy outside but tender inside and a lot of thyme for a nice earthy flavor. Potato pancakes are the only time you'll see me put apples on a potato. The service was excellent and friendly, very nice atmosphere with some great British rock playing (they had me at Queen). Definitely a place to try when you're in the area. read more

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Fabulous experience. Sandy the owner, Jason the chef and our server Elliott made our 48 th anniversary lunch on rooftop such a warm and special celebration. The food was amazing from the scotch eggs which are the best ever had to the natural grains and Lancashire Lamb Hotpot and last but not least an English toffee cake which was off the charts to die for!!! [[HIGHLIGHT]]What a wonderful place and staff.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] plan to be back often!! Steve and Linda King read more

We loved Red Lion Pub! Their fish fry is one of our favorites in the city and they always have great craft beer options on tap. The old fashioned special on Fridays is a must! read more

Hit the Red Lion Pub as part of a Yelp Elite promo. Brought my husband and daughter and made a lunch of it. The place is cozy with a long bar on the lower lever that easily seats 11-15 people. Less no due to covid restrictions and more (I assume) when restrictions are lifted. There also appears to be an upstairs but we didn't venture there and opted to sit at the bar. My husband ordered a grilled buffalo chicken wrap. He really like it especially because it had red peppers and onions in it. It also has tomatoes in it, although the menu and bartender said it didn't. It was good enough to pick out the onions and eat the entire wrap. The fries are steak fries, which were seasoned appropriately. Not my favorite style of fries but solid. My daughter and I ordered the Baked Tomato. The description reads, "Premium house-made, creamy tomato soup topped with a grilled cheese sandwich and locally sourced fresh mozzarella and cheddar, baked into a dish." We weren't entirely sure what to expect but were very pleased with our meal. The soup is a thick soup making it easy for the grilled cheese to sit on top. By baking the dish, the cheese had a beautiful crust to it. Perfect if you looking for a light soup and salad option. The bathroom was super clean and a good size. Covid protocols are still in place here do remember your mask. We'll definitely be back! read more

Red Lion Pub - Baked Tomato - Pubs Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Trivia is fun here and the baked tomato grilled cheese is amazing. Parking around here can be annoying.

Red Lion is one of my favorite spots in Milwaukee. The vibe is great and they have an amazing patio that's perfect for brunch in the summer where they have their giant mimosas. Last night we went to their Thursday night trivia and it was an absolute blast! The questions are on the speakers throughout the entire bar, so you can sit anywhere and still play. Our server was awesome and super patient with our larger group. You can also pay online with your phone, which is super quick and easy. We will definitely be back for more trivia nights after our second place victory! read more

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The food is just delish, My favorites were the eggs and the fish. The batter of the fish was incredible. Incredible service and very cordial and attentive. Easy parking, and the bartender always has amazing drinks off the menu. Great experience. read more

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Love this spot. The upper patio is wonderful in the summer, but the indoor upstairs is a cool option for the winter. I love the British influence on the aesthetic! The food was good- I would definitely recommend the cheese curds. Tons of beer options, cocktail options and though only a few wine options, they were good wines! The staff were very friendly and managed our table efficiently even though it was busy. Will definitely be back to try trivia! read more

Red Lion Pub - a patio with tables and chairs - Pubs Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

As expected the fish n chips was delicious! Wife had the special walleye over risotto which was fantastic as well

Finally stopped in to Red Lion Pub and wasn't disappointed. We sat out on the rooftop and the vibe was awesome. We had "scotch eggs" and I was actually pleasantly surprised with how good they were. I got a grilled chicken sandwich that was excellent, very nicely seasoned. To finish it off, we got the beignets and I think I'm in love. I would even come back just to have a drink and dessert. read more

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My marinated chicken sarnie was cooked perfectly and the bun was delicious. I would definitely order this meal again. For an appetizer, we ordered a huge pretzel that came with beer cheese, which has got to be the best beer cheese I've tasted. This place was great! We sat on the patio upstairs, beautiful view and chill environment. The staff were nice and served us well. read more

One of my fav British pubs in the area! Love so many things here - the eggs, the hummus seems healthier to me here but also they have fries (or chips :)) that can be added which is awesome.. but my absolute favorite is their Sticky Toffee Pudding here - always brings back such lovely memories from London. The service is always so great here.. the staff is lovely and they always get your order on time and talk to you about the different options. I can't say necessarily I get the same experience everywhere so I love places where people are friendly and welcoming and are more than just the food or drinks. Happy to come back here anytime and especially during those dessert cravings :) read more

We moved to Brewer's Hill in may and shortly thereafter we were searching for a brunch place within walking distance on a Sunday. COVID limited our options, and honestly I'm glad it did as it allowed us to stumble upon Red Lion. The first time we went for brunch we were the only ones on the patio. Service was great - as we were the only people there at 10 on a Sunday! A few weeks later we returned and on that particular Sunday there was a soccer match and it was packed - service was still good and efficient despite the many large groups! On visit one I ordered the breakfast burrito - post store are an odd choice for a burrito but they totally worked and it was delicious! On trip two I ordered chicken and a biscuit - fried chicken, biscuit, mashed potatoes and sausage gravy. Far from healthy...but so so good! I also ordered some sort of Moscow mule that was peach flavored - maybe it was a special? Either way it was great and I'd highly recommend you try it! Since those two trips Red Lion has become our go to for comfort food take out - fish & chips, Lion pasty, and fried chicken and mashed potatoes - they are all super flavorful, well made, and travel well to our dinning room! Red Lion is is great place to catch a game and have great food and a drink, when it's warm out the patio has a great view and the staff is friendly and attentive! read more

The Red Lion Pub is such a fun & unique place for brunch, watching a game, or anything in between - everyone should come here at least once! First off, the space itself is really cool. It's decorated as if you're in a traditional London pub, there's plenty of tables and bar space inside downstairs and upstairs, but they also have a wonderful outdoor table and bar area for when it's nice INCLUDING a life sized billiards game where you kick soccer balls to play. The staff is very friendly and it seems like having a British accent is a requirement for working here which is amazing. The the menu is reason enough to come here. Where else can you find Scotch Eggs, Irish Nachos, Poutine, Fish & Chips, Bangers & Mash, Chicken Curry, a Full English Breakfast, and more all in the same place? Can't say I have a favorite, but I've never been disappointed. Finally, the beers available and drinks are wonderful too. I got a strawberry Moscow Mule which was on special last time and it was muddled with fresh strawberries - so refreshing & delicious. read more

Between Red Lion Pub and its sister bar - Three Lions Pub, I've been many times. The food is always excellent with a good selection of draft beers (the fish and chips is top notch and I personally recommend pairing it with a Smithwicks). For any soccer fans out there, it's definitely the place to watch the game! The bartenders and servers are all fun yet attentive. The place is clearly the kind of pub that has its cast of regulars, which is always a good sign in my book. The atmosphere is cozy and friendly with booths, tabletop, and bar seating. It's a proper British pub. It's street parking but I've always been able to find a spot near the pub, even during game time. read more

CHEESE CURDS Thats all i will say because that the one think i can just say was the BEST I've had in all my time in MKE. read more

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Red Lion Pub is a British style pub in Milwaukee's lower east side (sister bar/restaurant to Three Lions Pub in Shorewood). I came for lunch and upon realization that it was a British pub (I'd somehow missed the memo prior to arrival, but if the array of British beers on the menu and the fact that they serve a salad called, "the Brit," didn't clue me in, the British flag mural on the ceiling certainly did). Since then, I've discovered that there are over 600 (unaffiliated) Red Lion Pubs in Great Britain. So, I guess I should have known. Who knew?! Obviously, not this girl. Finding out it was a British pub and further finding out they have Bangers & Mash on the menu, immediately made me want to order it. Mostly just to say it. But, upon realizing that I wasn't exactly sure if I liked bangers. And, beyond that wasn't sure that if I DID like bangers, I'd like them all up on my mash, I opted for the chicken caesar wrap and British chips. The wrap came absolutely stuffed with chicken. They definitely did not skimp. The British chips, if you're wondering, are much like what I would call steak fries. They were piping hot, salty deliciousness. I also enjoyed a bottle of Samuel Smith's Imperial Stout, which was tasty. The service was friendly and perfectly prompt. I hear they have a pretty awesome patio in warmer months (complete with oversized/life sized pool table? Whaaaa?!?!) so will definitely be back to check that out. Until then, I'll be back to enjoy a beer and maybe some bangers & mash next time. (I just wanted to write it again) Get to it! read more

Red Lion Pub - Chicken Caesar wrap - Pubs Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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From the area, wanted to try something new, food looked good on the website but omg was it disgusting. Keep in mind this a "British" restaurant so the food is a little different but I ordered a basic bacon cheeseburger with chips (French fries) and it was the grossest thing I've had in the city. The burger was burnt, tasted like propane and the bacon was raw, the chips were raw and beer was clearly from a dirty tap. And to top it off the hostess when walking was rude. When we walked in I asked "is it seat yourself?" And he goes "there's a sign out side..." and didn't even make eye contact. Just over all bad experience. Don't even get me started on my fiancés food. Just as bad. Don't recommend. read more

Red Lion is one of my absolute favorite patio spots in the summer, it's the perfect place for brunch or dinner and dogs are welcome. I came the other night for trivia that they do on Thursdays and it's a blast. Trivia is $1/person and prizes include gift cards and drinks. The food is always good and the staff is always so conversational and attentive. I highly recommend Red Lion for any meal! COVID Precautions: All staff wear masks and guests are required upon entry and when away from the table. Social distancing is also maintained and party sizes are limited. read more

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