We were looking for a location for some outdoor dining and gave Explorium a try. The have a…read morewonderful patio with a ton of seating space. Only thing to be aware of is the afternoon sun can make this patio in the mall parking lot a bit hot. I had the Sweet Thai Chili Salmon Bowl. The combination of sweet and spicy really made this a tasty dish. Only downside was the amount of salmon. If it was 3oz that was a lot. If I had been starving I would have been disappointed in the portion size. Anyway, good food and good location means I'll be back for sure.

We stopped in for dinner before heading to an event at the botanic garden down the road. The…read moreExplorium is in the Southridge Mall although it has it own entrance. We were there on a Saturday night and while we weren't the only people there it was far from busy. The service was friendly and attentive. The dining room is casual with a view of the beer tanks. Basically what you would expect at a craft brewery. The menu had the basics - appetizers, soups, salads, burgers and sandwiches. They also make pizza and calzones and some other main course dishes like fish and chips. We ordered the cheese curds as an appetizer. My husband ordered a sandwich and I ordered the boneless wings. For drinks my husband ordered a ginger beer and I ordered Diet Coke. The check before tip was $62. Normally I'd be okay with that but I thought it was a lot given the quality of the food. The cheese curds and boneless chicken wings seemed like items from a restaurant supply place that they fried up. Unfortunately next time we are in the area we'll go somewhere else. A fast food restaurant would have given us the same quality food for a fraction of the price.

Fabulous fried fish ! I would recommend! Kids are adorable and always polite ! Their cause to raise…read moremoney is great and the adult staff is present and offers assistance when needed .. please get there early to prevent a sale out of fish, which available the first Friday of every month. Otherwise, it's takeout only

Excellent fish fry during Lenten season. Always wise to arrive so you can avoid being shoehorned…read moreinto the tables.

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

I visited off-hours on a late Sunday afternoon, which was perfect for exploring the space. I live…read morenear the sister pub, Three Lions, so this had been on my list to "places to visit in MKE" for a long time. 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. 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). 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.

We came for the beer and stayed for the food! It's always a…read morefun atmosphere at Lakefront Brewery. The patio can't be beat, and there's always something entertaining going on. We started with the cheese curds of the month for May, French Onion wow! Absolutely mind-blowing. The entrées were great too, and the beer is always on point. They offer some staples and rotating selections, plus the best maple root beer around. The staff is always helpful if you're unsure what you want to drink, or even if you'd like to try a sample. Whether you're a local or just visiting, you'll love this place. A true Milwaukee staple!

What a cool place to hang out! My friend took us to this place around lunchtime on a Saturday. It…read morewas busy, but we were able to get a table. When you order food or drinks, you have to go up to the bar or the food ordering area. They also have an area outside for this, which seemed awesome, since it was right on the river!! For food, I got the beer brat with fries. My boyfriend got the sausage platter and cheese curds. Everything was very good. For the sausage platter, he bought three buns since they did not come with buns. These were $2 each. Next time, I don't think we would need to order any buns since it is already a lot of food. We left this place stuffed! Would definitely come back!

The food was so incredible. We showed up starving and got the poutine appetizer and cottage pie…read more Yum!! Service was great.

I haven't had dinner here in several years, and today was my first time in for brunch. I ordered…read morethe Irish Breakfast with eggs over easy (although they were cooked over medium), and Bubble & Squeak as my potato choice, which is fried mashed potatoes with cabbage and bacon, yet I didn't see or taste cabbage or bacon inside. The other components of the dish included fried bangers (sausages), black & white pudding (blood sausage & pork), baked beans, sauteed mushrooms, grilled tomatoes, bacon, and another small puck of sausage, as well as brown bread and butter. It was a great value with some items I liked and some I didn't due to personal preference, not because anything wasn't prepared well, as it all appeared to be cooked properly. My girlfriend ordered the Celtic Grilled Cheese with bacon, arugula, aged white cheddar, aioli, grilled tomatoes on toasted sourdough. Her sandwich looked amazing, and I regret not asking for a bite. That may be a future order for me. She loved it! I also ordered the County Clare Bloody Mary, which is made with their own seasoning blend and served with a chaser of Harp beer. They asked me how spicy I wanted it, and I said medium, which I think they nailed. This was one of the best Bloodies I've had in town! Overall, a nice brunch experience with good service and a great ambience. I do want to return to try more brunch items.

Tried Captain Hook's Fish and Chicken on a whim. I ordered the 6-piece mix with fries and a drink,…read moreand was not disappointed. The food is hot, fresh, and perfectly cooked--the chicken is crispy but not fried too hard, and the fries are just right. The portion sizes are generous, and the prices are very reasonable for the amount of food you get. Whether you're craving a quick meal or something satisfying, this place will hit the spot. Staff is great, and service is Awesome. Highly recommend!

Best slushies in town fried chicken is amazing with lemon pepper and bbq sauce. Food is ready fast…read moreand gets to you hot

This place doesn't look like much from the outside. It looks more strip mall than Irish Pub, but…read morethe larger than life Guiness advertisement in the front window is sure to guide you to the right place. Once inside, the place opens up to dining seating on the left, and bar seating on your right. Beautiful wooden floors and furniture give this space a warm, cozy and authentic feel. The bartender was friendly and quick with our food and drink. My husband had the mozzarella sticks, and I had the fried portabella mushrooms. Both were crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The mushrooms pieces, as should be expected, were of good size. Both starters were served with marinara sauce. This unassuming place is great for friends, couples and families.

New to Franklin so we went to check it out. The bar is classic with amazing wood used for walls and…read morebooths. Our server was great. I had the chicken fried chicken dinner and my mate had the corned beef and cabbage. My plate was perfectly cooked, the breading just lacked some seasoning. I usually do not order a meal with mixed vegetables because they are grossly overcooked. The vegetables here were near perfect for me. The plate of corned beef and cabbage was nicely prepared. The cabbage was not a soggy swamp! Yay! It also could've used some seasoning. I failed and deserve detention since I forgot to take a picture and forgot the servers name.

Social Haus is my go-to neighborhood bar. I visit often - very good and reliable bar food. The…read morecheddar melt is my favorite, but I haven't tried anything that wasn't great. Plenty of TVs, great for any sporting event and the service is always top-notch, Marte usually serves us lunch on Fridays. Attentive staff that want you to have a great time. The drink menu will get you anything you need. There is a reason the parking lot is always full at the Social Haus, the locals LOVE it!

Not very often that my wife and I get an impromptu lunch date, but checking out The Social Haus…read moremade it well worth it. We kicked things off with bruschetta and goat cheese crostinis--fresh, flavorful, and a perfect start. The wings? Flat-out phenomenal. For mains, we split the Tiger Burger and the Cajun crispy chicken sandwich--both were excellent. Sindy was all about the fries, and I'll take those house chips all day. Service was outstanding--friendly and attentive without overdoing it--and it's exciting to hear about what's coming next. Patio expansion, big screen TVs, outdoor bar, pickleball courts... they're clearly building something special here. Definitely a spot we'll be back to! #GetHereMKE #ChefApproved