The Grain Exchange Room is a stunning event space in downtown Milwaukee located in the historical…read moreMackie Building. With ceiling stretching at least three stories high and tons of gorgeous architectural touches, this space would make a stunning backdrop to any event. The space is big enough for 500 guests at a cocktail style event or 350 seated. They're associated with the Bartolotta Restaurant group, who offer catering for events. A truly elegant space for large events.

This is an absolutely incredible space. It feels like Rome in the venue! Barlotta Catering prepared…read morehigh-quality food. The chicken was the best chicken I've had at a wedding. The root purée was silky and delicious. The steak was delicious as well. For appetizers, the mushroom risotto balls are out of this world! The staff is attentive and accommodating. This is an excellent venue for a wedding!

UPDATE: I went to Cuvee a couple of weeks ago with some co-workers, one of which who claimed to…read morelove champagne as much as I. It was a Thursday about 10pm. Doors Locked. Should I be sad?! Angry?! I was both. I finally called to ask if the hours had changed. It's not that the hours have changed, per say, but the business has changed. The New business model is event space only and no longer open to the public. Whilst this makes me incredibly sad as that was my hidden spot and the only champagne bar in Milwaukee it's bittersweet because of course a great success for the business in that they have enough event reservations to sustain it alone. Will someone else please open a champagne bar? (with bigger glasses -- now I know I'm asking too much!) Cuvee was one of my places... my hidden places to take people for the first time because I always knew 9 times out of 10 no one knew about it. The access to the building from the street was a complete mystery and an adventure on it's own as people would ask: "Where are you taking me". Silence I would remain... for I didn't want to take away from the journey. Oh and also, I quite simply love, love, love champagne. My only issue with champagne is the tiny, skinny little glass that it comes in. Makes me sad just thinking about the littleness of a champagne glass... *tears up*

I got engaged recently and emailed back and forth with the event coordinator finally settling on a…read moreday and time for a showing. When I arrived, 10 min early, the elevator was locked to reach that floor. I called twice and went to voicemail and also emailed to let them know I was waiting. After waiting 15-20 min after our scheduled time we asked another vendor in the building if they had any access to that floor or another phone number for us and we were informed that when a floor is locked that means no one is present in the space. It's been hours and I still haven't heard back... Extremely frustrated with the lack of service and shocked that I was willing to spend so much money on a place with such poor regard for their guests.

I recently hosted an event at Warehaus and honestly couldn't have asked for a better experience…read more From the very beginning, everything felt smooth and well-organized. The space itself is super clean, modern, and open -- the high ceilings make a huge difference and it was easy to bring our vision to life. What really stood out was how easy the whole process felt. Communication was clear, setup was ready when we arrived, and throughout the event everything flowed exactly how we hoped. You can tell they've done this many times and know how to anticipate what's needed without you having to stress. Our guests kept complimenting the space and how comfortable everything felt. It was the perfect mix of elevated but still welcoming. If you're looking for a venue in Milwaukee that's flexible, well-run, and actually makes your life easier as a host, I'd definitely recommend Warehaus.

From the owner: Warehaus Events is Milwaukee’s go-to modern celebration space for birthdays, quinces, graduations,…read moreweddings, corporate gatherings, and milestone moments of every kind. Located inside Heavy Hitters Athletic Facility in the heart of Walker’s Point, Warehaus offers a clean, high-energy environment with soaring ceilings and an open layout designed to transform for any occasion. The space blends a bright, minimal aesthetic with a flexible, open-concept floor plan—making it easy to create anything from an elegant seated dinner to a lively, dance-filled celebration. Whether you're planning an intimate gathering or a high-capacity event, Warehaus adapts seamlessly to your vision. We’ve designed the experience to be simple and stress-free. Every rental includes tables, chairs, and a thoughtfully designed layout to support your event flow. We also connect you with trusted partners for DJs, décor, and mobile bar service, so you can bring your vision to life without the overwhelm. Guests love how seamless the experience feels—from arrival to final toast. Our team understands that every event is personal. We work closely with you to create a celebration that feels effortless, welcoming, and uniquely yours. At Warehaus, it’s more than just a venue—it’s a space where people come together to celebrate, connect, and create lasting memories.

I've been to the Ivy House at least a dozen times over the past few years for various events…read moreranging from Milwaukee Makers Markets to wedding receptions to private dinners, and my experience is always excellent! The staff is very helpful and friendly, and the venue is beautifully decorated and always very clean. I would recommend Ivy House as a great venue for any special event.

I've worked multiple weddings at The Ivy House, and it's incredible! As the owner of Beauty…read moreUnveiled by Tia, a premier on-location hair and makeup company, I love this stunning venue with its lush greenery, cascading ivy, cream city brick, abundant natural light, and chic industrial vibe that makes every bridal look pop. The ivy-covered patio is a dream for outdoor moments! Highly recommend!

I thoroughly enjoyed my time intermixing yoga wellness with playful, adorable puppies. Phenomenal…read moreenergy! Great fun! A cool music Playlist for our yoga session. At times a bit of a challenge to partake in a single standing leg yoga pose while puppies are nipping at the seam of my socks. At one point, 3 puppies decided to tag team me as I laid flat on my yoga mat. As I attempted to create a calming pose and center myself...the puppies decided they had other plans for me. My hair bun became undone by a puppy tug as I simultaneously almost lost a pearl earring to another puppy. As I laid flat, I gently pulled one of the puppies onto my chest for cuddles and I received a kiss. They had great fun with playing tug of war with my yoga towel. There was a photographer capturing candid shots of us with the puppies. We were offered assistance with taking pictures on our phones. A few of us were handed puppies by one of the puppy assistants. The staff was great with sanitizing any spills from the puppies. Toward the end of the session, I noticed the puppies tired themselves out and were being cradled by a few attendees. Genius idea of puppy yoga!

The venue itself is nothing special. The event we attended…read morefelt rushed and not very welcoming. The parking instructions on the website are horrendous. The restaurant next door had the worst service I've experienced in years. I hope to never go back...

First time to visit. We came here after a day of visiting downtown Milwaukee. The taproom area in…read morethe brewery has a good scent of hops which I love. There is also plenty of outdoor seating in the beer garden. After talking with the server and tasting a couple of samples I went with the Happy Place pale ale. The citrus taste was refreshing on a hot summer day!! A perfect name for this beer! My wife had the June Shine Tequila Margarita which is more her style. We will definitely be back!!

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 tour was so informative and fun! My partner and I love Pabst Blue Ribbon, and one of the main…read morereasons we came to Milwaukee was for this tour, and it did not disappoint. Mark, our tour guide, did a great job in delivering the history of Pabst and making the whole experience memorable. The entire staff was so friendly as well, and we both learned so much!

I'm glad we were able to stop by. It's in a very, very old castle-like building. There is a cute…read morelil coffee shop, a bar, a few courtyards, and a gift shop. There are tours available but we didn't do that but I imagine that it is probably interesting. There's a little courtyard that is absolutely lovely to sit in. The bar is small and serves hole in the wall but German very well.

Beautiful venue for a wedding cocktail hour with a true Wisconsin vibe -- passed hors d'oeuvres…read moreincluded mini grilled cheese and tomato soup, plus one of the Brewers Racing Sausages even made a special appearance. The Pritzlaff itself is stunning with its cream city brick, gorgeous lighting, and a sound system that made it easy to hear every speech and enjoy the band. The layout worked really well too, with plenty of space for dessert tables, a memory table, and gifts. A fun, elegant, and uniquely Milwaukee wedding venue.

Beautiful space, but I went here for a tour here to consider it as a wedding venue and the woman…read moretreated us like we couldn't afford it. She made multiple comments about how it's expensive and seemed like we were wasting her time. This place isn't even the nicest one we were considering and was WELL within our budget. We'll go somewhere where the people running it aren't snobs.

NOT family-friendly. In fact, not friendly AT ALL. My…read moresister and I started a Christmas tradition a few years ago of taking our daughters (ages 6 and 7) to afternoon tea. This year we decided to try Low Tea at the Schuster Mansion. I truly wish I had read the reviews beforehand, because we would not have booked -- and after our visit, I now understand why so many others had similar experiences. I noticed from those reviews, the owner seems to respond by gaslighting those who gave negative reviews- very unprofessional behavior. But here's our story anyways. From the moment we walked in, the tone was unwelcoming. The owner immediately made it clear that children were not really wanted there, repeatedly saying that "this is for adults" and that the girls would need to "act like adults." She even told them they should feel lucky to be allowed there at all. When my daughter simply looked at a bowl of candy near the entrance, she was sharply told that the candy was only for adults. Expecting young children not to even look at candy felt unreasonable and unnecessarily harsh. Absurd. We were told to wander while our coats were taken, but when we did exactly that, we were abruptly scolded and made to feel like we were doing something wrong. At that point, we honestly should have left. When we were seated, the tablecloth was still dirty and there were crumbs left behind. The owner continued to lecture us about how the space was meant for adults, insisting tea was meant for ages 8+. That directly contradicts their own website, which states that tea is appropriate for ages 5 and up. The atmosphere became so uncomfortable that my sister even asked the owner whether it would be better if we left. The tea service itself was disappointing. The tea was lukewarm at best even after being told that we had to wait while the tea was being warmed. We were never told what the desserts were, and we were not offered water refills. While seated, I also overheard the owner speaking negatively to other guests about a previous guest she had from England, which added to the uncomfortable feeling. The area near our table was dusty and clearly hadn't been cleaned in some time. We left as soon as we could -- and it felt like the owner was eager for us to go as well. The bright spot of the afternoon was a kind guest who came over specifically to tell us how polite and well-behaved our girls were. Afterward, we took the girls to Colectivo for hot chocolate, which they enjoyed far more. They even said they felt happy to finally be somewhere they could just be kids again. Overall, we felt like an inconvenience rather than paying guests. The tone from the owner was condescending and unfriendly, especially toward children, which made the entire experience stressful instead of special. We will not return and unfortunately cannot recommend Schuster Mansion to others.

This place is a GEM! Stepping inside feels like a summer escape to your stylish aunt and uncle's…read morestunning mansion. Every detail, from the vintage Kleenex box covers to the antique books, frames, china, and lampshades, is thoughtfully curated. Modern comforts like a water filtration system, private parking, and WiFi seamlessly blend in (but you're sooo happy they're available!). Rick and Laura Sue are remarkable hosts, handling everything themselves--check-in, high tea, dinner, breakfast, even changing light bulbs. Please extend them grace as they are handling everything themselves- I had to check my fast paced city girl at the door;) This isn't your typical stay; it's uniquely special. Rick and Laura Sue's stories and warm hospitality make booking a room with them a lovely and unforgettable experience. They even taught me the difference between high tea and low tea;) I would absolutely stay here again when I visit Milwaukee!