The Tracks

I find this local bar fantastic. The decor alone is eye catching and very relative of Milwaukee's…read morepast and present. The bartenders are consistently attentive and knowledgeable. They have an AMAZING back patio which is just a wonderful spot during the long winters of Wisconsin. Highly recommend checking that out. I was honestly quite surprised by how large of an area as well as by the unique decor. I don't believe they serve food. Or I haven't seen a food menu or anything brought out. But there are so many restaurants nearby to order from or swing by. All in all a standout neighborhood bar on the East Side!

This is one of those spots that I almost hate to love because the more you talk about it, the more…read morepeople show up. It's not exactly a secret but it feels like one. Tucked back in a residential neighborhood, Champion's Pub is an unassuming watering for locals. Spacious back patio, dog-friendly, great bartenders, and a nice divey ambiance.

2.1 mi•Westown, Bronzeville

World Series!!!

Go To: Bell's Two Hearted

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Copper on King

4.2(51 reviews)

Copper on King is a casual restaurant with a huge inside bar with both indoor and outdoor seating…read more With how much space there was, I was surprised at how empty it was for it being a Saturday around dinner time. They have great drink deals for happy hour, including $5 mules and old fashioneds. Menu-wise, they have your basic bar food. We all got burgers which were fine, nothing special. I was disappointed by the ranch chips, which are supposed to be covered with a dry ranch seasoning but unfortunately lacked any ranch flavor.

Copper on King is a great spot if you're looking to catch a game while enjoying good food and…read moredrinks. Nestled among a lively stretch of bars and restaurants, it has a fun atmosphere that makes it easy to settle in for a few hours. I stopped by during March Madness, and despite it being the middle of the day, the place was buzzing with fans watching the tournament. The bartender--who was the only one working at the time--did a phenomenal job keeping up with the crowd. While drinks occasionally took a little longer, she handled the rush with professionalism and a great attitude. One thing that really stood out was the bar itself; it's impressively long, possibly the biggest I've seen in a venue of this size. The food was exactly what you want from a sports bar: satisfying, flavorful, and the perfect complement to an afternoon of college basketball. I'd definitely stop back to watch another game.

2.1 mi•Downtown, Westown, Bronzeville

Dry rub chicken rings with sauce, options on the side

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Bee sting, whipped feta dip. I highly recommend this.

Who's on Third

4.1(372 reviews)

Cool little sports bar downtown. Great place to grab a beer and a bite before a baseball or…read morebasketball game. Reasonable prices. Be warned, I assume this place can get rowdy at prime times.

Our recent visit to Who's On Third left much to be desired. The ambiance was dim, and the service…read morefelt incredibly rushed from the start. Drinks arrived, followed almost immediately by appetizers, and then two entrees simultaneously, with the remaining dishes trickling out over the next 15 minutes. This disjointed timing meant some of us waited a considerable amount of time for our food while others at the table had already received theirs. The quality of the food was a major letdown. Several dishes suffered from poor preparation; the fries were hard, and the cheese curds were visibly overcooked, suggesting old oil. While the spinach dip itself was good, it was served with stale chips. My dad's Friday fish fry was particularly disappointing, with the cod tasting less than fresh due to the oil. My girlfriend enjoyed her chicken bacon wrap, but found the macaroni and cheese overwhelmingly cheesy and unseasoned. When my grilled chicken sandwich finally arrived, I discovered they'd forgotten the lettuce, and the chicken itself was chewy. My mother's burger was simply "okay." Overall, the experience felt overpriced for the quality received. The lack of attentiveness from our server, who never once checked on our food if it was tasting good or not, only added to our dissatisfaction. We left questioning who really is on third, as the entire dining experience was far from what we'd hoped for.

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60 minutes?

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SportClub

3.5(92 reviews)

Cassie and Zack were so attentive and kind all evening long! We had an appetizer, dinner and drinks…read morewhile watching the OSU game. We had a hot pretzel as an appetizer and it was both soft on the inside and crunchy on the outside -- absolutely perfect! I Had a Nashville Hot Chicken sandwich for dinner and it was great - spicy but not too hot, and very tender. The evening was so much fun, even though our team lost. Thank you Zack and Cassie, we had a great time!!

I ordered from here to go and was really impressed with how good it was! There was an abundance of…read moremushrooms in the soup with other veggies and wild rice, sooo tasty and the perfect creaminess. The broccoli was my favorite too, especially the parm on top!! I am definitely looking forward to visiting in person!

1.3 mi•Lower East Side, East Village

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Pete’s Pub

4.5(100 reviews)

Had lunch here today and had a great experience! Chris was our bartender/server, and he did a…read morewonderful job making sure we were taken care of and that everything tasted great. I had the chicken tenders, and they were perfectly juicy and delicious! My boyfriend had the patty melt, which he absolutely loved. Everything was fresh, hot, and really good. We'll definitely be coming back again! Great food and great service!

Pete's Pub was one of those completely random "I'm hungry, let's go!" decisions and I'm definitely…read moreglad we did! The burgers are fantastic, and there's one that is so ridiculously big that I guarantee you're going to make a mess eating it but honestly, that's part of the fun! The bartenders are great, the atmosphere is welcoming, and they do a nice job hosting different events for the community. Sometimes the best places are the ones you discover without a plan. Pete's Pub was definitely one of those surprises, and I'll absolutely be back!

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Skybox Sports Bar

3.5(23 reviews)

1.2 mi•Bronzeville

Best urban sports bar in the Milwaukee area…read more Free cover charge, free parking, free viewing of UFC fights and other sports. Great food, drinks, music, and customer service. Owners are always on site interacting with customes and are very appreciative of your business. Don't forget to play on the basketball court, ask for Corey (One of the owners) tell him Marilyn sent you to beat his score. This is the place to be.

When dining out, the truth is that the service you receive is heavily factored into your actual…read moreexperience. Maybe she was having a bad day, but the waitress seemed cranky, awkward, and very apathetic to us being there. She rushed us out and charged me extra than what I should've paid. Note, I had a Groupon offer. As far as the actual food; the fried okra was bland and flavorless. Chicken & Sausage Gumbo was alright but nothing I'd order again. The catfish was okay, probably the biggest pro: it was flavorful and had a nice light breading.

DJ and tons of sports on the TVs

The place is always jumping

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Bosco's On Burleigh

4.2(6 reviews)

0.3 mi•Riverwest

Interesting spot. Some of the clientele here is questionable and trashy, while we met another few…read moreones that were friendly and went with the flow. I guess that's standard for any divey-type bar. I got the classic hate for being a Californian, but that's the typical banter you'd expect from a place like this in the Midwest. The bartender didn't actually acknowledge us too much over the course of the time we were there as we'd expect from a place like this, however towards the end of the night when the others left, his conversation with us was very interesting and personal about his past which was awesome. I'm not a dive bar type of person, but this one was decent. It also has a touch-tunes if you're looking to change up the music.

Excellent old school Milwaukee bar. Good jukebox. Cash only. Very reasonable prices!!read more

0.9 mi•Murray Hill, East Side

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Paddy's Pub

4.3(86 reviews)

This place is dive bar heaven. I'd never been there, even though it's been around forever. The…read moreentry is hidden off the street - you enter through their magical garden space. Drinks are affordable. The bartender was a lovely older woman with kind eyes and a big German Shepherd colleague. The outside space is adorable, although be warned, the lattice cover over the patio screams and creaks like it has been possessed. Even though this feels like a hidden gem, the bar drew constant visitors even early on a Saturday evening. One challenge - parking in the area is extremely limited.

In Paddy's Pub you will find an atmosphere as close to that of a genuine Irish pub as exists in…read moreMilwaukee. Conversations in a normal tone of voice are a given as the music is always soft and the other customers, on a normal night, are always considerate. For example, I belong to a book club who meet there weekly and we are able to read, aloud, without raising our voices and disturbing, or being disturbed by, other customers. Patty, the owner and chief bartender, is always cheerful and accommodating. The people who frequent the pub are friendly and always looking for someone to talk to, be that person another regular or a stranger. The pub has three rooms so you can pick the ambience you want, e.g. tv or no tv, crowd or no crowd (relatively speaking). The decorations are authentic. As I've said of Ireland many times, go once, you'll go back. Slainte!

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Outdoor seating

Aliota's Pub & Grill

3.8(76 reviews)

2.3 mi

Great pub food and good drinks . I can walk home from this friendly place. The best part of the…read moreplace is the welcoming atmosphere!!

Great service, friendly & attentive. Cool spot. Lots of seating inside & outside. Chili was cold…read morein the middle, BLTA didn't have any shining qualities, fish fry was frozen nuggets, dry not flakey. French fries deep fried not crispy and super greasy. Coleslaw was super salty and wet, not edible.

12 wings sauce on the side

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Black Husky Brewing

4.5(86 reviews)

0.1 mi•Riverwest

Nestled in Riverwest, this quaint microbrew is a very nice place to grab a drink, relax and just…read moreenjoy the atmosphere. The decor feels like a nice mix of up nort' and modern The service was quick and smooth. Best part? As the name suggests, you can definitely bring your four-legged friends!

Black Husky is our favorite Brewery. We've been coming for over three years now and it remains our…read morefavorite spot! Black Husky is a must-visit when we are in town. First the neighborhood and location is adorable, quaint, and very cozy. You feel a part of a community the moment you walk in the door. The staff are a key component of that. The staff are friendly, helpful, chill, and welcoming of all people and doggies! The space is also great! A fantastic outdoor space with fire pits, a good sized brew space for events, and a wide open tap room for humans and canines to enjoy their time together! But of course, the beers are the highlight! Sproose IPA is one of our favorites. It actually tastes like you are drinking a pine forest! I also love their Gose, porters, and Oktoberfest. You really can't go wrong! Plus with plenty of snacks, clean facilities, nice bathrooms, neighborhood events, and great husky dog-sled decor, you really can't go wrong. Whether you live in the neighborhood or are coming from afar, Black Husky is the spot for you! Come on over, grab a drink, give a doggy a pet, and enjoy!

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Cat Mom IPA with glitter!

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Erik P.

273

9 years ago

This Bar/Restaurant is a hidden Gem. I was working across the street and saw a '3$ burger sign out front' and decided to give it a try. We were welcomed very kindly by Kenny. We ordered the burgers and an apple ale, not only was the food ready super fast but the bartender also introduced me to a new delicious apple ale I've never heard of! Everything was hot, fresh, and absolutely delicious! That burger was one of the best burgers I've had in a long time. The meat was cooked exactly how I asked, the lettuce, jalapenos, and onions were crisp and fresh and the bun as if it was right out of the bakery. Also my brother and I had great conversation with Kenny, it was a great experience. The following day my brother and I were working across the street again, and saw they had a Fish Fry. We decided to give the place a second try, seeing as it was sensational the day before. Again, upon walking in, we were greeted with a smile by Alex the bartender. We ordered the fish sampler fry, yet again the food was out in a flash and piping hot. The bartender Alex was very friendly and very helpful, by making sure we had what we needed (i.e. ketchup, extra napkins etc.). Another outstanding experience! This place is a must go if you enjoy, excellent service, friendly staff, good prices, and delicious food. A+++ read more

Betty F.

10 years ago

the Tracks for appearance sake looks like a great neighborhood hot spot, my review is about the garage located on the property 2909 n Humboldt and the nutter that apparently lives under the building, only coming out to harrass and verbally abuse passersby. He is a small pimple of a man that needs to stop adding fuel to an already growing problem in Milwaukee's community, civil unrest. I read that there are ppl from a Revolutionary Communist Party involved in the resent 2016 Riots for God sakes! When will the stupidity and malicious intent to due harm to unwitting innocent ppl stop. Please dude get a life already or better yet leave the damn country if you are soo hateful. This town has had dealt with enough prejudiced to last a lifetime. read more

Susan F.

11 years ago

Had one of the best fish fry from the tracks will definitely be going there on Friday for fish fry

Aaron Y.

16 years ago

Great food at great prices. Volleyball leagues are always a blast.

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