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I stumbled across Wizard Works Brewing while just bouncing around downtown one day. Since then I have gone back many times! I love that it is a little hidden down the stairwell and the theme continues inside. Great selection of beers on tap, and the bartenders help with recommendations if you are unsure!
Cute lower level space. Nice that they are dog friendly for an all indoor space. Fun themed menu items to fit the Wizard vibes. Harley was served a dish of treats before I even ordered anything to drink The staff onsite thought Harley was a hoot with how chill he was they kept forgetting I even had a dog with me! He was so comfortable in the space he took a full on nap.
This was one of our favorite breweries we visiting while in Milwaukee! Not only did they have a great selection of different types of beer, this was also a cool theme and GREAT service! The bartenders were so helpful in giving us recommendations of things to do while we were in town and were just a pleasure to chat with!
Everyone close to me knows I don't drink alcohol. However, I was with a group of friends that do and we were in Milwaukee killing time. Very cool place in a basement that is hard to find but is a Treasure, apparently, when you do. Well, they brew root beer! I was so happy I had three mugs of this stuff. It wasn't too sweet and very unique. All of my party enjoyed all their beers. All of them had beer flight samplers. Also, the Brewer is a magician, and he might share some cool things with you . Definitely give this place a visit you won't be disappointed whether you drink alcohol or you don't.
This may not be the easiest brewery to find between parking and then crawling down into the basement, but it's worth it! They have very friendly staff, super casual open space, and some pretty interesting beers on tap right now - enough to get a good full flight. Our favorite was the Puck Fumpkin which is a caramel apple sour that absolutely is nostalgic of those caramel apple suckers. We also got the Magic Jam which is a wild strawberry and rhubarb sour which was a good balance of fruity and sour in my opinion. You don't see a lot of Irish Red Ales so we of course had to get the Secret Handshake. Finally, we rounded out our flight of four with the Hellstrom Oktoberfest marzen which to be honest was the worst of the bunch. Had we not been in a rush, I would have stayed longer, but we'll have to come back sometime to try their NA root beer butterbeer!
Liked this bar in the basement. Very cute space but it can fill up quick. Love the vault door and open brewing concept so you can see the tanks. The beer was okay but maybe I just didn't try the right one. They don't have food but more like bags of chips. You order up at the bar rather than get served at the table. The team seemed nice and was fairly quick with our drink order. The prices were reasonable but parking in the area is tough. Would be open to coming back but not in a rush.
Cute place, loved the glass so much I bought one for like $6. There's neat magic memorabilia around to check out. They have a trivia night and you can play Mario kart while you're there. Lots of entertainment and things to look at in a small place but it adds more to the magic of it. Solid beer selection also! The lady beer tender was knowledgeable on her beers and we love that! Thanks for quenching our groups thirst. Cheers!
This small taproom and brewery is a great addition to the third ward. They offer rotating taps and the space is unique and chill. No food offered currently. You can reserve the space for private parties and the bartenders are friendly and attentive. The owner was a magician so that's the theme of the place, kinda neat! Don't forget to check out the magic themed corner near the bar! If you checkin on Yelp you get a free beer (valid at the time of this review).
We went on a brewery tour covering four states! This was one of my favorite breweries. To be fair Milwaukee is one of my favorite places, so I'm very partial. I also love most anything supernatural, so I was excited to come here. The brewery is located down stairs. There is an event hall upstairs. The theme is obviously witchcraft, but also gaming. I loved the atmosphere. I was really hoping I would also love the beer! I was so happy that I did!! We both loved and enjoyed our time chatting with the bartender and other patrons. We had an amazing time, and I can't wait to go back again!!
Wizard works is in the old Broken Bat, a basement off Buffalo and Water in third ward. Somewhat smaller brewery where the seating gets close to the brewery equipment. Harry Potter was playing - somewhere between ironic and punny. I, a beer snob, didn't like either of the two beers I purchased. The Swiss Mystic was more of a winter spice stout than hot chocolate and Abracadabra was not very hoppy for an ipa.
It is always a great experience to stop in at Wizard Works Brewing. The brews are outstanding. With so many choices for microbreweries in this area, this one has great central Third Ward location and a very nice magical chill vibe. Why magical? The owner is also a magician and a great one. The ambiance is great and the tables are aesthetically laid out. I also became a part of the mug club. This time I had the Swiss Mystic which was beyond delicious. I also have a disdain for IPAs but after tasting the Abracadabra I decided to have a pint of that as well. If you have friends who don't drink alcohol or you are not in the mood for alcohol, the root beer is delicious, along with the fancier rootbeer serving of "I can't believe it's not butterbeer".
My husband and I stumbled in after reading a sign in the Third Ward. We love local breweries, and Wizard Works Brewing was no exception. We met the owners Chris and Jenny. They were incredibly helpful and personable. We also witnessed a special magic trick courtesy of Chris, a real life magician! My husband ordered 2 small pours, and I was able to sample them--they were delicious! The location is ideal--you have plenty of food, coffee and leisure nearby--why not stop in for some of the best beer? We will definitely be making more stops here in the future, and we look forward to bringing family in with us. Awesome service, awesome location and awesome beer. What's not to love?
3 months ago
First time at this brewery and I was pretty impressed. They had a variety of house-made tap beers with cute names relative to the wizard theme - which I appreciate. They have non-beer options and THC seltzer options for those who don't drink beer. Lastly the bartender Jess was quick with our order and friendly. She held down the bar as a big group came in and got the line down fast. read more
This is a tiny little microbrewery located downstairs and is a little bit hidden. I found it while searching on Groupon during a recent trip to Milwaukee and saw a flight offer for $6 so I figured I would check it out. When there, the woman working was a little confused about Groupon redemption/how it worked but we were able to sort it out. I got a flight of four beers and opted for a wide selection. I tried the wrath (strong ale), the smoke & mirrors (hazy IPA), the magic jam (sour), and the maven (Maibock lager). Given how small the brewery is I was really impressed with their selection. I thought every beer was excellent but I really liked the smoke & mirrors (although I'm an IPA fan in general). I also loved the magic jam. They also have "butterbeer" which was served in a huge mug - I saw the women next to me order it. Would return! It's a cute place. As always though I wish they had outdoor seating but I understand it given the location. read more
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Chris R.
Thanks for the kind review. We’re glad you chose to spend some time…
6 months ago
I stumbled across Wizard Works Brewing while just bouncing around downtown one day. Since then I have gone back many times! I love that it is a little hidden down the stairwell and the theme continues inside. Great selection of beers on tap, and the bartenders help with recommendations if you are unsure! read more
3 months ago
Really great space! Bartender was super friendly and we met some other cool people at the bar. Love the vibe they have created here read more
Cute lower level space. Nice that they are dog friendly for an all indoor space. Fun themed menu items to fit the Wizard vibes. Harley was served a dish of treats before I even ordered anything to drink The staff onsite thought Harley was a hoot with how chill he was they kept forgetting I even had a dog with me! He was so comfortable in the space he took a full on nap. read more
2 years ago
This was one of our favorite breweries we visiting while in Milwaukee! Not only did they have a great selection of different types of beer, this was also a cool theme and GREAT service! The bartenders were so helpful in giving us recommendations of things to do while we were in town and were just a pleasure to chat with! read more
Everyone close to me knows I don't drink alcohol. However, I was with a group of friends that do and we were in Milwaukee killing time. Very cool place in a basement that is hard to find but is a Treasure, apparently, when you do. Well, they brew root beer! I was so happy I had three mugs of this stuff. It wasn't too sweet and very unique. All of my party enjoyed all their beers. All of them had beer flight samplers. Also, the Brewer is a magician, and he might share some cool things with you . Definitely give this place a visit you won't be disappointed whether you drink alcohol or you don't. read more
This may not be the easiest brewery to find between parking and then crawling down into the basement, but it's worth it! They have very friendly staff, super casual open space, and some pretty interesting beers on tap right now - enough to get a good full flight. Our favorite was the Puck Fumpkin which is a caramel apple sour that absolutely is nostalgic of those caramel apple suckers. We also got the Magic Jam which is a wild strawberry and rhubarb sour which was a good balance of fruity and sour in my opinion. You don't see a lot of Irish Red Ales so we of course had to get the Secret Handshake. Finally, we rounded out our flight of four with the Hellstrom Oktoberfest marzen which to be honest was the worst of the bunch. Had we not been in a rush, I would have stayed longer, but we'll have to come back sometime to try their NA root beer butterbeer! read more
Liked this bar in the basement. Very cute space but it can fill up quick. Love the vault door and open brewing concept so you can see the tanks. The beer was okay but maybe I just didn't try the right one. They don't have food but more like bags of chips. You order up at the bar rather than get served at the table. The team seemed nice and was fairly quick with our drink order. The prices were reasonable but parking in the area is tough. Would be open to coming back but not in a rush. read more
4 years ago
Cute place, loved the glass so much I bought one for like $6. There's neat magic memorabilia around to check out. They have a trivia night and you can play Mario kart while you're there. Lots of entertainment and things to look at in a small place but it adds more to the magic of it. Solid beer selection also! The lady beer tender was knowledgeable on her beers and we love that! Thanks for quenching our groups thirst. Cheers! read more
This small taproom and brewery is a great addition to the third ward. They offer rotating taps and the space is unique and chill. No food offered currently. You can reserve the space for private parties and the bartenders are friendly and attentive. The owner was a magician so that's the theme of the place, kinda neat! Don't forget to check out the magic themed corner near the bar! If you checkin on Yelp you get a free beer (valid at the time of this review). read more
We went on a brewery tour covering four states! This was one of my favorite breweries. To be fair Milwaukee is one of my favorite places, so I'm very partial. I also love most anything supernatural, so I was excited to come here. The brewery is located down stairs. There is an event hall upstairs. The theme is obviously witchcraft, but also gaming. I loved the atmosphere. I was really hoping I would also love the beer! I was so happy that I did!! We both loved and enjoyed our time chatting with the bartender and other patrons. We had an amazing time, and I can't wait to go back again!! read more
1 year ago
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4 years ago
Wizard works is in the old Broken Bat, a basement off Buffalo and Water in third ward. Somewhat smaller brewery where the seating gets close to the brewery equipment. Harry Potter was playing - somewhere between ironic and punny. I, a beer snob, didn't like either of the two beers I purchased. The Swiss Mystic was more of a winter spice stout than hot chocolate and Abracadabra was not very hoppy for an ipa. read more
3 years ago
It is always a great experience to stop in at Wizard Works Brewing. The brews are outstanding. With so many choices for microbreweries in this area, this one has great central Third Ward location and a very nice magical chill vibe. Why magical? The owner is also a magician and a great one. The ambiance is great and the tables are aesthetically laid out. I also became a part of the mug club. This time I had the Swiss Mystic which was beyond delicious. I also have a disdain for IPAs but after tasting the Abracadabra I decided to have a pint of that as well. If you have friends who don't drink alcohol or you are not in the mood for alcohol, the root beer is delicious, along with the fancier rootbeer serving of "I can't believe it's not butterbeer". read more
My husband and I stumbled in after reading a sign in the Third Ward. We love local breweries, and Wizard Works Brewing was no exception. We met the owners Chris and Jenny. They were incredibly helpful and personable. We also witnessed a special magic trick courtesy of Chris, a real life magician! My husband ordered 2 small pours, and I was able to sample them--they were delicious! The location is ideal--you have plenty of food, coffee and leisure nearby--why not stop in for some of the best beer? We will definitely be making more stops here in the future, and we look forward to bringing family in with us. Awesome service, awesome location and awesome beer. What's not to love? read more
Space was nice, beer was just okay. It was 9pm on a Friday and they were clearly getting ready to close. My hazy IPA was more West Coast than hazy. I didn't love it. I was excited to visit based on the reviews, and it was absolutely not bad, just only okay. read more
6 years ago
This is a fun brewery that took over the old broken bat brewery space. So it's a bit tucked away but worth a venture! The beer is tasty and the owner is super friendly and a magician. Which explains the brewery theme. I was happy to find them open in a Wednesday. It's located in the third ward area but it is also close to Broken Bat and Indeed Brewing so you could make a nice little beer drinking trip. read more
All the Wizard Works signs point to making a beer disappear and with such flavorful brews, that pint can disappear in due time as you sip and enjoy. It was cool to sit outside for some fresh air while enjoying a couple of their brews. Cool little brewery. read more
4 years ago
We stopped in here while walking around the Third ward area. It's got a cozy, casual vibe and is extremely dog friendly! The staff and patrons alike were all friendly too. The service was good! The beer was lighter in ABV and flavor too, and just not totally our thing. The best one I tried was their Puck Fumpkin beer- a sour apple beer with a really strong caramel hit on the end. I would give it another try if in the area, but sadly it was not our favorite beer experience in milwaukee. read more
What a cool little brewery! Magic themed decor, with beautiful wooden beams on the ceiling. The two beers my husband and I picked were great - Box Jumper and Hofzinser. We had a quick visit as we had a cranky baby with us, but in reading other reviews, it sounds like we missed out on some magic tricks from the owner.. we will be back! read more
6 years ago
My wife and I stopped in to this small brewery in Milwaukee's Third Ward and were amazed! The owner/brewer is a professional magician and performed a few tricks at the bar while we enjoyed his fabulous craft beer. We took home a Wizard Works t-shirt and a 4 pack of the delicious "Slight of Hand" session IPA. Stop in for the beer and stay for the magic! read more
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Such a fun new business in the Third Ward. Amazing beer and atmosphere. The owners are a blast -- one is a talented magician! Come in and ask for a magic trick, taste some beers, and support local brewers! read more
4 years ago
I visited WizardWorks brewery today, 5/21/22. I visit craft breweries as a hobby, and to allow my wife some peace and quiet. WizardWorks brewing was the last on my list for craft breweries in Milwaukee. This was my second attempt to visit this establishment as the parking in its third ward location is awful. I drove around the block several times before finding someone who was leaving that I could take their spot right around the corner. The brewery itself is downstairs when you enter the building. It is a relatively small taproom but still accommodating for a fair amount of patrons and dogs. There were a fair amount of dogs when I was present, something common to most breweries. My bartender Was quick and efficient and getting my flight prepared. I had four beers including a very good Hefeweizen and a Mexican spice stout. I was given a free brewery sticker when I asked. Guest Wi-Fi was easily accessible with password and remained solid for the duration of my visit. Although the parking is bad I would recommend a visit as it seemed like a quaint brewery with loyal patronage. read more
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6 years ago
Cool atmosphere. Sample flight was great. High quality beer. Prices are very reasonable and the place is very clean. We enjoyed our bartender a lot and will be back soon. read more
5 years ago
This a cute little brewery! The beer was good! Quaint atmosphere in the downstairs of the building! read more
5 years ago
Great beers, cozy atmosphere. Owner does pretty cool magic tricks. Definitely would stop by again next time I visit Milwaukee. read more
4 years ago
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We LOVE dogs and always have some dog treats at hand! However, the Milwaukee Health Department has said we cannot allow dogs inside the brewery. We do have outdoor seating and dogs are most welcome there. Looking forward to meeting your pup!
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