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.

This place is a date night fave for my boyfriend and me. We have never eaten dinner here, but have…read moreenjoyed many a pint! It is a warm, cozy and welcoming atmosphere. Our favorite place to settle in is the nook across to the spot where the musicians usually are. Service is friendly and so are the patrons! There hasn't been a time when a friendly stranger struck up a conversation with us. We will definitely be back!!!

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.

Had brunch here at the end of December; party of six. We sat in a back room; it was quiet and our…read moreservice was great. Food was great. Chicken wings, a fried chicken sandwich, loaded fries, pulled pork Benedict and the most amazing Bloody Mary. Everyone loved their meals. We have talked about going back to O'Lydia's soon!

I've been to O'Lydias quite a few times that I'm surprised that I haven't written a review!…read more I like O'Lydias a lot; outside from being a pub, they are a nice stopping point for shuttle rides during the summertime; for Summerfest and I believe for baseball games! But they also have some good food! I've been here casually and for events. They have room in the back of the bar for private events, which is nice. I've had the pleasure of trying their mozz sticks, sliders and wings! All really good. I don't live the potato skins but that is probably more to do with preference than anything. I hear they also do prime rib on Saturdays which I'm looking to have one of these weekends. The staff are super friendly; street parking. I'll for sure be returning.

Went in late after a ballgame close to the kitchen closing. Nice full place with a locals feel…read morethat was very hospitable to travelers. Had a great Rubin and blackened carrots, excellent quality and quantity for the price. The type of spot you hope to find late while trying to avoid the chain hotel bar/restaurant

I was heading to the Downer Theater after work for a movie on Friday night and of course wanted a…read morefish fry beforehand. I surprisingly don't have many options in my "MKE - Fish Fry" collection that are near downtown, but Swinging Door Exchange was one of them. I was pressed for time, so I placed a to go order rather than dining in. I got the combo fish fry (two pieces of cod, two pieces of perch, and three fried shrimp) with potato pancakes. I was also very easily talked into the half rack rib appetizer. The ribs were good, even though I prefer sauce that's more sweet and smokey. Their sauce was on the tangy side with a tease of spice that really only became noticeable when the majority of the half rack was gone. If I were in the mood for ribs as my main meal, I'd consider getting theirs as an entree. The two potato pancakes weren't homemade; instead, they were premade hash brown patties that some other restaurants also serve with their fish frys. These were perfectly acceptable in lieu of homemade pancakes. The cod tasted great, but the breading didn't hold up very well. Either the fish itself was too wet or the two block walk back to my car allowed for condensation to wreck it or possibly both. The perch was not yellow lake perch but probably something like pike perch. Even though both kinds of fish and the shrimp were all good sized portions, $29 feels like a lot. I wouldn't say no to it, though, if I were dining in next time and avoid the extra cost of their takeout fee. Shout-out to the bartenders working that night. The bar area was absolutely packed, but both of the ones I talked to about placing my order were friendly and helpful even with being super busy.

My husband and I came for dinner before a show at the Riverside…read more We ordered the pretzel appetizer with the Pot Roast and Shepards Pie. Everything tasted good. I really liked the mashed potatoes, very flavorful!! However, I'm pulling from my own inner Gordon Ramsay here- the Shepard Pie should be LAMB not beef and it should have veggies within. If you pay more you can get corn, bacon and cheese added. But where are the peas and carrots? Maybe that's a Wisconsin expectation? It did not taste different than the Pot Roast which came with broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots as well as two large scoops of potatoes. Being downtown the price is reasonable around $25/person with a drink, but portions are small. Luckily I don't eat much in a single setting. Our waiter Alex was good, moderately attentive, and generally took care of our needs. The overall volume was excessive making conversation difficult. Ladies room was clean, cold water for hands is not a favorite but not an unusual way to save a little money I guess. I would come back but only if I'm in downtown Milwaukee.

Absolutely love the crowd here! It feels like an authentic pub back in Ireland! The food was really…read moredelicious. Our service was OK. The ambience again it reminded me of being like in an old school authentic Irish pub. It was pretty crowded here but all in good fun.

Brat House is a MKE staple in my opinion. Creative menu with tons of different sausage options, fun…read moredrinks, and quick service. The lunchbox shot is must when visiting. One fun thing this place offers is coach busses (buy a ticket) to the Packer games up in GB, which comes with all you can drink on the bus and access to a pregame party. The staff is always kind and the bus drivers are too. Classic Milwaukee "dive" bar!

If someone asked me to give them one place to go that sums up Milwaukee, this is it…read more Cheap craft beer on draft, an abundance of brats, friendly service, and an atmosphere that will show you how much Milwaukee is a large city with a small-town feel. They carry Usinger's sausages from Milwaukee, and they'll have a beer for every palate. They also close late, which is perfect for those of you who do not find out that you cannot purchase alcohol after 9 pm from liquors or grocery stores.

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.

Par for the course!…read more Stopped into grab one of their shuttles to a brewers game and met up with a group of friends before. We enjoyed a few drinks and some food. Overall everything was pretty standard bar food. The wrap with wing sauce took the prize. We enjoyed the shuttle drivers as they took great care of us on our way over to the game and shared a few laughs as well. I think this is a solid option for shuttle to and from events.

This is a south side hidden gem. It has been there a long time, but outside of a few downtown…read more"Irish" bars, this is it. The staff is polite, the food is good, and the vibes are what you'd expect. Blue collar and friendly.

A fun, eclectic, neighborhood bar with good food…read more Stopped in on a Friday afternoon and started with the mussels. Wow! We ate every last one and all of the bread. I honestly thought about drinking the broth...so good! I didn't want anything fried so I opted for the Blackened Grouper --it was perfectly seasoned; not too hot and really well balanced. My husband had the Baked Cod and potato pancakes--he cleaned his plate. We both really enjoyed our food and the service. Carrie was behind the bar/serving. She was inviting, funny, knowledgeable and I was even more impressed as regulars started to roll in- she seemed to know everyone, what they liked and how they wanted it.

Date of visit: November 20, 2025…read more We had not been here in years, but came with some friends for the Milwaukee County Historical Society trivia. It definitely seemed that the staff here were simply not prepared for the volume of people that came out to celebrate the area and support the Historical Society. Emma, our server, was definitely trying, but not always succeeding, neglecting to enter in some parts of the order until far later into the evening (our friends didn't receive their order of garlic bread for about 45 minutes after their entrees were delivered) though oddly enough, she was always ready to bring someone another alcoholic beverage. Thankfully the food I had was pretty good, the grilled cheese sandwich paired well with their tomato bisque soup--I took a chance on the soup not being a traditional tomato soup fan (Campbell's? Gross!) but I found Three Lions version to be hearty and flavorful, definitely a combo that I would get again in the future. I would just come on a night when they could keep up with the crowds far better! Pro tip: Ask for croutons for the soup, they elevated a good soup to an amazing soup.

Here's a polished 85+ word Yelp review you can post as-is:…read more Three Lions Pub is one of those rare spots that gets everything right without trying too hard. The atmosphere is authentic and welcoming, whether you're stopping in for a pint, a match, or a full meal. The beer selection is excellent--especially if you enjoy proper British ales--and the food is consistently solid, with classic pub fare done the right way. Service has always been friendly and efficient, even when it's busy. It feels like a true neighborhood pub rather than a themed bar, which is exactly why it stands out. Great place to relax, watch soccer, and actually enjoy the experience.

What a quirky, unique, and random bar nestled within the East Side! Honestly, I walked right past…read moreit multiple times after I moved to Milwaukee. But finally a friend brought me in for a drink. Very cozy bar so I usually sit out among the wild collection of dark wood tables and chairs. There is so much antique, curious, and fascinating furniture, signs, vintage decor to observe and just immerse yourself in the surprise discovery of this collection in a pub! There is usually one bartender working, but they are always friendly, quick to take your order, and friendly. This place is an adventure of a bar in the best possible way!

Patty's Pub is somewhere between an urban legend and a hidden gem. Most people only go there on St…read more Patrick's day and don't really remember it. The entrance is through a hallways patio to get to basically a big, odd house. The bar is on the left and there's a room that goes to another room on the right. The upstairs (open rarely) is similar. The bar also leads to the back of the patio. The patio is big. People were grilling and having a buffet. There's also tables on the other side of the giant fountain. There lots of plants but if you look close half of them are plastic. They have typical dive bar beer and regular drinks. It's a fun place to go. The staff is mostly older and unphased by anything.