Art Bar

Very much dive bar vibes here. Came specifically for a DJ on a Friday night cause it was more house…read moremusic vibes and was a big fan of the music. The service was alright, bartender was super nice and made sure to check in with folks. The bar bathroom was not my favorite.

this place allows 19 year olds to pay them and dj at their venue but expect them to not have…read morefriends the same age. maybe be a professional business and not let the 19 year old dj at the place that claims to be "21 only".

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Foundation Bar

4.5(247 reviews)

Tiki bars can really be a hit or a miss. They can be super expensive to have drinks at and often…read moredisplay the stereotypical cheesy decor. Foundation Bar was an unexpected surprise! From the outside it is so bland and you are truly unsure if you are walking into an abandoned building or a crappy towny bar. Once you enter, it may take your eyes a moment to adjust if you are coming in from a bright sunny day. Foundation Bar has super low lighting, very moody. There is ample seating and a few different seating options; bar stools, booths, high top tables. Seat yourself. To order drinks you walk up to the bar. There is not table service. The decorations here are great! There are some really incredible pieces and collections! Some I would love to have if I could find them. This is a very laid back atmosphere, very chill not loud or overbearing so relax and enjoy the ambiance. I believe my drink was called El Diablo and was very good. My boyfriend chose a Zombie which is always strong! He preferred my drink!

Such an impressive tiki bar! You would not know what an amazing atmosphere is inside from just…read morelooking at the exterior. The decor and level of detail is spot on. I could've stayed here for hours! Drinks were strong, authentic, and very reasonably priced. I loved the mystery rum mixes and how every drink is so different. We tried the volcano bowl, Mai tai, and zombie. Volcano bowl was obviously a fun drink, but the zombie was my favorite! Can't wait to go back!

Always watching. Ever mocking

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Dark colorful atmosphere with tons of theme kitchy nicknacks

Gee Willickers

4.7(23 reviews)

0.7 mi•Riverwest

Classic dive bar with cheap drinks and a friendly bartender in Riverwest. Has slot machines and a…read moredart board.

Michelle is a queen! We had so much fun at this lovely bar. The drinks were cold and the music was…read moregood!

1.3 mi•East Side, Murray Hill, Lower East Side

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Full bar. New glarus LFB river west ipa and miller lite on tap

The Pharmacy Bar

4.5(14 reviews)

Such a great little bar situated inside of the Crossroads Collective! Surrounded by a bunch of food…read morevendors, it's the one spot you can wet your whistle. Here you'll find plenty of brews on tap, wines, and a solid line up of canned drinks/seltzers. Most notable though, their house cocktails. I opted for the cocorita and was definitely a fan! If you like coconut flavor and margs, then you're in for a treat with this one. So refreshing and even comes with shaved coconut on the side of the glass. If tequila isn't your thing, they've got ya covered with all the other concoctions -- from a sunshine martini to a Gillian's island rum mixer. And even if you prefer NA, there's drinks cleverly called "placebo effects" for ya! Love the sprawling bar, with plenty of seats, that's right in front of the big open doors letting the fresh air in. Friendly faces behind the bar too. Look forward to returning!

Located inside the Crossroads Collective Food Hall, The Pharmacy Bar serves up a variety of beer,…read morewine, and specialty cocktails. Stopped by here on a recent Sunday evening. Sunday winter evenings seem to be a slower time at the Crossroads Collective, so we were able to easily get a seat right at the bar. Their specialty cocktail menu isn't expansive but is intriguing and my date and I were able to find a lovely little bourbon number that made our hearts sing. The service was completely lovely and the prices are pretty reasonable. Get to it!

Hurricane

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Two

4.6(11 reviews)

0.0 mi•Riverwest

The place: Two is easy to overlook. From the outside, it…read morelooks like another indescribable dive with the stone exterior and only one window up high. The sign is a single numeral, 2. Hubsy gushed about this bar enough that I resisted until Saturday night when I felt restless. Inside, Two is a low-lit neighborhood bar. There's a fair number of large tables for groups and the booths noted by other reviewers behind bead curtains. Two glows like the inside of a supernatural heart. Warm, red, and playing some solid music -- some I recognized (Death Cab for Cutie) and others I didn't (the bluesy tune). There's a jukebox. The location: Located next to its flashier cousin, Art Bar, it's easy to miss Two. About 3-4 blocks west of Humboldt on Burleigh, use Art Bar as your landmark. There's plenty of unmetered street parking on Burleigh or the residential streets. The service: When we walked in, we were greeted immediately by the bartender. She also asked if we had ever been there before. Based on the people who came in after us, my guess is that she knows the regulars. Very cool. The drinks: My first sip of Dark and Stormy was all rum. I didn't mind, so when I stirred, it was perfectly balanced. Good ginger beer, good rum. The Moscow Mule Hubsy got was sweeter than my drink which was surprising but delightful. Each of our drinks were $8.50. I didn't pay attention to the beer specials, but maybe next time. Next time: I'll probably stay longer to do some people-watching and writing. Maybe I'll check out the beer.

My new spouse and I just held a post-wedding party at Meow Bar, a.k.a., Two. This is right next to…read moreArt Bar, with the same owner (also Wonderland Cafe). The common vibe is retro quirk and Two is the ultimate in decor. Be sure to check out the cute two-seater booths behind the curtains. The event pricing and catering is quite reasonable. They offer a great balance of veggie friendly and omnivore options. We went for their artichoke dip (so good!), little pigs in blankets (super popular with the crowd), bruschetta (excellent, fresh), General Tso's style chicken sliders (people raved), pork sliders (I heard good noises), a salmon sandwich and a Mediterranean veggie sandwich (very good). The food was a hit. I think some of the bread got a little overly firm and the salmon was a tad fishy, but everything else was amazing. Kudos to the staff for bringing us to-go containers for the excess. My guests were thrilled. We went with an open bar system, up to a limit and provided our guests with our own drink tickets. Our dedicated bartender, Erin, was super. She was friendly and patient, even though our 20 guests kept her hopping the whole time. Since the ice cream drinks are time-intense, we might have benefited from a bar back to help her out. The one problem, that couldn't be resolved, was terrible AC and no air flow. My fun, retro-elegant cocktail party was filled with hot, sweaty guests. I was disturbed to hug all comers with visible perspiration. Ack. They really, really, really need to upgrade the cooling. I love this place, but that was wilting. Still, a good time was had by all. Kudos for having CBD and non-alcoholic options to cover the spectrum,

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Catered buffet from Wonderland

Nessun Dorma

4.4(227 reviews)

0.4 mi•Riverwest

I recently went with a group of friends and family to Nessun Dorma for a post wedding brunch…read more We tried to make a reservation, since we were a group of seven, but they would not take one. Luckily when we got there the back room was open and they pushed some tables together for us. I'd like to make this a 2.5-star review. The food was quite good. We enjoyed our drinks. The atmosphere was as cozy as ever. Our service was deeply disappointing. Our server, A.S., might have been tired or something. I can't speak for her state of mind, but she was really detached and borderline dismissive. Yes, we got all of our food. We would certainly have ordered more drinks, increasing our tab and gratuity, but she never came back and asked if anyone wanted one. One of our guests ordered avocado toast. Apparently they were out. She came back and said "Whoever ordered the avocado toast, we're out." She didn't know who ordered which dish to start, and then she didn't bring a menu back so the guest could make an informed second choice. They had to just order whatever they remembered. Coffee drinkers were offered one refill - just one. Seriously, I don't know what was going on, but we left pretty quickly since our celebratory mood was being squelched. I hope she recovered from whatever was wrong with her.

Oh this was a great neighborhood spot! There's a full bar and a full menu. There's also…read morenonalcoholic and vegetarian options which was perfect for our group! The space is small but there's some outside seating as well. The Caesar salad sandwich was so good!! I highly recommend!

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Uptowner

3.9(29 reviews)

What a place! The history speaks for itself. Love the plants inside. Friendly bartenders and…read morefriendly and interesting patrons. We had a lot of laughs!!

its sley dive bartender is rude, place is filthy and they…read moredont clean draft beer tubs to the beer tastes like dirty socks. their clients only show up to pair up into diffent sex pairing and disappear to spead VD. Music sucks. especially open mic, or if regular song. gets so rough closing barener ratles his illegl conceal art pistol to sho people out.

1.3 mi•Murray Hill, East Side

I love this light up globe in the bar

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Vier North

4.3(25 reviews)

We are so grateful to Vier North for helping make my parents' 50th wedding anniversary so special!…read moreThey graciously hosted our family of 35 on Saturday, and everything was wonderful. Bryan, Melissa and the staff were incredibly attentive, kind, and accommodating throughout the process of planning and the day if. They made our large group feel so welcome and helped create a beautiful celebration filled with love, laughter, and wonderful memories. Thank you to the entire Vier North team for going above and beyond. We truly appreciate your hospitality and would highly recommend you for any special occasion!

My first time at Vier North was during Summerfest, we were there to take the shuttle which I…read moreappreciate because it's the only one in the immediate area. Not like the good old days when the yellow school bus would pick up from several North Ave bars. Alas... As of 2026, you can ride the shuttle if you either a.) buy two drinks or b.) buy a $10 voucher which can be used for food or drink then or another time. Their shuttle goes to Brewer games as well! We got a drink and the bus showed up not too long after, we were the first on the small bus but it quickly filled. I would say don't be like us, give yourself more time to get there in case the shuttle waits for people or traffic is bad by the destination. My only complaint is on the way back from the fest, the driver took the wrong ramp and we were headed to Bayview until the first exit was available. He didn't communicate that to us which was weird. "Oops, sorry everyone" would have been a normal thing to say. At that point we were Vier South instead of Vier North. Recently we came back to use our vouchers for dinner, the plan was fish fries because we're always on the hunt for a good one. The fish pieces were smaller and you get 4 (my photos make it look larger). We joked it's more like cod nuggets, I'd prefer 2 larger pieces with more fish inside. Some of what you saw was batter and not fish so a little deceiving. The fries and coleslaw were good but we didn't like the sweeter tarter sauce. Overall we were very full but for me, I wouldn't get the fish fry again not due to taste but fish fries are expensive everywhere and I prefer more fish and thinner batter. Next time, I'd try a burger. The cloud bread was on my list to try for a long time but it was just okay in my opinion. Their pizza looks good too so I want to try some other items on the menu. The service was fine, I think we came around a shift change so several people helped us. The interior was well done, it looks so much better now and that patio is a great addition. The bar near the bathrooms has a little sitting area that looked chill. They have poker nights and other fun things so check it out!

BLT Grilled Cheese

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Black Husky Brewing

4.5(86 reviews)

0.3 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!

Mad Planet

3.8(68 reviews)

An underrated nightclub that deserves more recognition. This club sits in the Riverwest…read moreneighborhood, but you can't tell it's there because it/ quiet from the outside. The weekends are booming. I went there with friends celebrating the bachelorette and bachelor party with the Charli XCX, Ke$ha, Chappelle Roan theme. Cover charge is cheap and so are the drinks. They offer water at the side of the bar so you don't have to wait in line to hydrate and sober up on your drive home. Decent dance floor with cool lighting. They have a separate area near the dance floor with a pool table and a Pac Man video game with a set of couches to relax in when you need a break form dancing and wanna chat with your friends. It's a great place to come for your spirit and move your body with tunes to dance to!

Experience & thoughts of the evening:…read more Why are you pre-authorizing two different holds on two of my cards and I left the establishment only drinking 1 beverage. It does not make sense. The upscale drinking establishments I have frequented do not authorize purchases in this manner. Not a good business practice performed by this specific bartender. Took himself serious and stated "the drink will be $___" after placing two holds on both of my cards. I remember thinking "Absolutely Not" and I verbally stated to management, "I did not touch the 2nd drink so I will not be paying for it." I remember thinking who's drinks am I honestly paying for? As I left, there was a smirk on this specific bartender's face... a personal satisfaction on his behalf. Management observed my reaction to the bartender and I displayed the transactions from both financial accounts to management and the response to me was "that doesn't look right". I agree with management. Maybe it was my black fedora, metallic short shorts and plunging neckline that was "actually" the problem for this specific bartender. If so, sounds like a personal problem. I did not find this specific bartender professional, articulate not even the least bit attractive.

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Harrison B.

10 years ago

I was happily seen here by a friend while I was on holiday. Art Bar is amazing! If I had this spot in DC, I Had almost live here. Alcohol, java, ACTUAL ARTWORK, as well as a friendly staff. What more could I ask for? Oh, yeah, cool customers. Test. It is an excellent little spot to go using a sketchbook. read more

Cody C.

11 years ago

It's would be a great place if they didn't allow dogs into the bar. And a lot of people take advantage of this. Way too many dogs. I don't think it should be legal to have any animals in a drinking establishment, especially one that serves food (pizza). read more

Cosmo K.

12 years ago

One of a kind. Must experience once so you can say you have lived a full live. It's what makes the area so unique. Try it! read more

Kate F.

9 years ago

This is one of my favorite bars in Milwaukee. Great atmosphere and a diverse selection of beers.

Marissa-Elise R.

14 years ago

A very progressive and fun place! I love everything about it. Great staff!!

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