I'm catching up on my review writing and found that I am long overdue with this one! Considering…read moreit's one of my summertime faves, I can't believe that I forgot to write about it. Ever since I moved to MKE three years ago, this has been my go to summertime "hang out with my man and dog" place. Dog friendly, family friendly, beer & cider, pretzels, and awesome atmosphere - what's not to like? I love the ease and efficiency of ordering food and drink. Also, how fun is it to get your drink in huge glass? When the band is there, they level up the happy vibe. As long as we're in this neck of the woods, we will definitely continue to enjoy some frosty bevvies and festive vibe at this biergarten!

Alright parents, need a place to throw your kid a fun outdoor birthday party? Look no further. This…read morepark/beer garden was perfect for a big get together. We brought some food/decorations to set up right near the playground, which was great for the kiddos. And equally as great for the adults since the beer house is just a stone's throw away. They have plenty of brews on tap and provide awesome stein glasses to sip from. It's also along the river so we were sure to explore the paths. Tons of green space, picnic tables, and parking, making it an easy place to gather in a big group.

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!

I randomly found this on Google Maps when I was searching for a lunch spot close to the Milwaukee…read moreArt Museum and Betty Brinn Children's Museum. The location is convenient because it is a 5-minute walk from the art museum and you get the lake view. We had the Uber app platter and hofbraus. The Uber app platter came with a huge pretzel, cheese, sausage bites, bacon schmear, and fresh cheese curds. They were not kidding when they said the amount is good for 3-4 people. Everything on this platter was spot on, especially the giant pretzel! The hofbrau is a 9-inch chicken bratwurst with bacon schmear, sweet relish, and diced red onions. It's your standard German fare and worth a try.

What a fun spot to stop while walking the lakefront! We enjoyed some live music and NA beers on a…read morebeautiful Saturday evening. Friendly and fast service, awesome lake and city views, and a very relaxed vibe. Family-friendly, with corn hole and space for kids to run around.

Great location! Lots of picnic tables to sit at. Limited drink options but they have a variety!…read more Live music and events usually happening.

Cozy little beer garden in the trendy Third Ward. Beer is served out of a makeshift shipping…read morecontainer, and bands regularly perform on top. Mostly just beer is available, but they have a solid tap list. All drinks are served in plastic cups. No food options but sometimes there is a food truck posted up nearby, or you can order from some nearby restaurants and eat at the picnic tables. Nice area, lots of trees that provide shade in summer. A great spot to hang out!

The outside beer garden is a nice place to sit and have a drink. The inside facilities are very old…read moreand they have live polka music on Friday nights. My lobster ravioli was good and the fish fry was decent my husband said. The waitress sang happy birthday to our friend. I would just say that the service was a bit slow and we waited awhile for our food.

The Sunday we attended was for my spouses 53rd Birthday. We invited all our children, there…read moresignificant others, his parents, as well as my mom. The place is tucked away on the east side of town near the bike trail and nature preserve. The venue was a brunch serving fruit bar, taco bar, sliced meats, eggs, bacon, sausage as well as sausages and gravy. Nice, cozy and attentive servers. I would definitely recommend it!

Beautiful beer garden right on the shore of Lake Michigan!…read more They have a great selection of beers on tap + canned beers and a food menu with appetizers from fries and cheese curds to mains including flatbread pizzas and burgers. I also love that they have a playground if you want to come here with children as well as a beach just a little walk from the beer garden!

There are no shortages of beer gardens in Milwaukee, but this one is at the top of the list. You…read morecannot beat the views: Milwaukee skyline in the background, and the marina and lake Michigan provide a beautiful and relaxing setting while you sip a brew and eat some amazing food. This beer garden has a full kitchen, with some really great food, from sandwiches to wings to one of the best fish fries in the city. And of course there's no shortage of beer, and they have their own South Shore Amber, which is one of my favorites. Located right off the Oak Leaf Trail, it's a very easily accessible by bike. This is one of the best places to hang out in summer in Milwaukee. They have a lot of picnic tables, and a little beach area nearby if you want to take a dip. Beautiful views, great beer and amazing food. This is what summer in Milwaukee is all about!

IG: diamante.lara.milwaukee Real POVs / Real Spots…read more The food and atmosphere is great, a whole bunch of seats are available. Perfect place for the spring and summer

Took a tour here on a Friday and really enjoyed our tour guide's humor. There were lots of families…read morehere. There was a polka band and they guys walked around singing to all the tables before their set started. Super cool. They have a small kitchen. I was disappointed to learn that they don't make their special flavored cheese curds on Fridays, but the regular ones were just fine and enough for our table to share. There's a little deck in the back that overlooks the Milwaukee River that we were able to enjoy on a beautiful, unseasonably warm day. Overall a nice time here. One kind of weird thing that happened here, which I only mention because it didn't seem like our tour guide was able to handle it in the moment, and they definitely need a system in place to handle guests that are making the rest of the group uncomfortable. There was a guy who kept turning around and staring at people, fidgeting in a way that I recognized as agitation, and kind of pacing. All the parents who had kids in the group realized there was a problem and even though we didn't know each other, kind of formed a line in front of the kids. I'm sure it was a one-off, but there has to be a way to deal with guests like that. Also a little weird that kids over the age of 12 have to pay for the tour, but each of their soda drinks took two tokens, while the adults only used one for beers.

Came here for the first time to try out the fish fry…read more We were seated right away. Great ambiance. They have a band playing and families with kids dancing. It was nice. For dinner i ordered the baked cod with the potato pancake. Wow i was surprised. The cod was cooked perfectly just how i like it. Baked but crispy!! Now for the potato pancake. This is a legit potato pancake. Not just fried potato. The texture was definitely like a pancake. I enjoyed my dinner so much. The old fashioned was really good too. The pork schnitzel is absolutely delicious. Will be returning 100%!

While traveling from out of town, we had planned a family Christmas meal and had made reservations…read moreat Bavarian Brewhouse and were surprised to find it closed. We reserved online, received a confirmation, and showed up to a closed restaurant. We understand and appreciate them giving staff the holiday off, but it was a bit frustrating that the reservation system still allowed bookings and there was no notice online or by phone. Hopefully they can improve holiday updates in the future.

Best beer garden in MKE! Beer tappers are amazing and quick with the service!…read more Usually some live music! And always games!

The Juneau beer garden is my absolutely favorite! It's close to home, has a great view of the lake,…read moreand has a great selection of beers. Seating is always plentiful as well, but could use a bit more shade. One thing i'd like to see more is more food trucks or additional food options, the snack truck is fine but sometimes something more substantial is nice. They used to have food trucks with empanadas and tacos, but I haven't seen those around on recent trips. Overall, its a great spot to hangout

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.