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    The Mothership

    4.5 (68 reviews)
    Open 4:00 pm - 2:30 am (Next day)

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    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Cristina S.

    I had never been to the Midwest before, and all I can say is, I was very lucky to be in Milwaukee. My partner and I are beer & cocktail connoisseurs and are always in search of a good time. Jenneca, the bartender who served us the entire time, made sure of that. Not only did she give us great service, but she made us feel like we were part of her community. She spoke to us like we were family and made two Angelenos feel like this was home. I truly did not know what to expect being out here, but I felt like I didn't want to leave. Jenneca was exceptional -- not only in her way of speaking to people, but also made lovely drinks. If I could move to Milwaukee now, I would, solely because I found a community in a place away from home, and that is so difficult to find.

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    Marilyn B.

    Had a very lovely time at The Mothership! Love the decor; it's quite an eclectic mix of Hamm's memorabilia and Tiki. Music is quite eclectic as well; you'll hear everything from Patsy Cline to rap. The drinks we all ordered were super tasty, but not super strong. The music is a bit too loud for easy conversation, so with a little yelling you can make yourself heard to your group of friends. Sitting outside on the patio is probably much quieter, I'd bet. I don't know if they have speakers that pump music out there. When we left by the patio door, it was quiet, but no one was sitting out there so perhaps they didn't turn the music on yet. It was early evening, like 7:45 p.m. Great place right across from the dog park, so there's your entertainment right there. I believe they had a food truck outside selling hot dogs and burgers. I wasn't hungry and I'm vegan, so I didn't investigate to see if they offered anything I could purchase - sorry Vegan friends; I've let you down!

    Amber K.

    This place gives just the best vibes it's super inclusive and it has this sports/tiki theme vibe and it's a bar where anyone can feel at home and have a good time. I went there with my friend and we grabbed a cocktail after dinner and the Bucks game was on a giant projector screen. When the game wasn't on. We were listening to eclectic music and grabbing really good drinks from their expansive cocktail list. The seating was really comfy and we loved the long stretch across from the bar. Again, it's just out of the way to make life a little easier on parking, grabbing a group and getting some good drinks. Also, just a chilly (if it's winter) walk away from Newport. I will definitely be back to try more from their giant cocktail list! P.S. there can be some weird stuff on the TV so you've been warned.

    Erika C.

    Amazing cocktails and large beer selection with fun vibes. Their staff was super friendly and was easy to order.

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    Joanna T.

    I can't believe I've never reviewed Mothership! Let me give you a quick story....when my husband and I first started dating a looooong time ago, we met up here back when it was Diamond Jim's. Back then it was the diviest dive and sketchy. Today, it's a charming space filled with cool vintage beer memorabilia, comfy seating and fun bartenders. They've got a pretty impressive cocktail program, a nice beer selection and pretty good wine. Every time we've visited, I've tried something new and always been happy with the drinks. The crowd is perhaps a little older than the typical BV hipster, but everyone should feel welcome. It reminds me a lot of Burnhearts but with easier parking. My only compliant is that they aren't closer to my house!!

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    Ankita S.

    If there's a highly rated cocktail bar anywhere near me, I'll probably sniff it out. I'm just surprised it's taken me this long to make it to The Mothership! Tucked away in a quiet neighborhood, the place seems very unassuming from the outside. The inside, however, creates a very unique vibe with really delicious cocktails! My husband and I came after dinner on a Saturday night, around 10pm, and it was very easy to get a table. We snagged a corner table in the back, but not before thinking about sitting in the enclosed patio first. Unfortunately despite it being enclosed and heated, the patio was still just a bit too cold for us. Once we were comfortable, the drinks came next! I got a banana daiquiri and my husband wanted a drink on draught, but they were out, so he got a different one: Easy Money. I looooved my daiquiri! It was a cocktail and dessert all in one! I usually hate banana flavored things because I don't like the taste of artificial banana, but there's none of that to be found here! It's only a real deal banana in this drink! My husband enjoyed his drink as well. We only stayed for one round of drinks this time, but we will definitely be back!

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    zoe h.

    In ode to my personal favorite bar in Wisconsin and their style of poetry... I mean social media posts, I will be writing this review as if I had the honor of writing one of their captions to a lovely picture on their social media. Sup freaks hope ur enjoying the lovely smell of your mom tonight while getting one of the best d*mn drinks in town at Mothership the atmosphere of this bar is out of this world and is not like ur loser chain bar with rail mixers and sh*t Mothership has a real menu with real dranks that are real good service at this funky place is the bomb dot com dont come in here looking for some fancy pants suited up bartenders Mothership has cooler bartenders with actual personalities unlike ur ex anyway love this place and would recommend u get ur self there asap to party with some of the coolest bartenders and humans in town I also never remember to take pictures when I'm there so enjoy me and my favorite sign at the bar which is the only picture I ever take there

    Sarah P.

    We had so much fun at The Mothership! Jason was our most favorite bartender, like ever. Loved the vibes. Every square inch of the ambiance was on point. Although it wasn't very busy on a Tuesday night (; we had a ball!

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    Celina B.

    The decor is a mix of tiki bar and alien invasion, with dive bar feels. Great drinks and cheap beer. Not a ton of tables but big enough that it doesn't get chaotic. I loved the milk punch.

    Meghan B.

    Mothership is a Bay View staple. I love that you can go there and get a great cocktail or be an absolute degenerate and drink cheap beer. I always feel super comfortable here and love having them in the neighborhood.

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    I like milk and I like chicken.... Only thing that tops dem thangs is one doe's Hamms at the mothaship!

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    This place is neat! A mix of bar classics and some really unique offerings as well. I love the laid back vibe too. I'll definitely be back!

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    They served me with smiles even when Mercury was in retrograde. 10/10 would recommend.

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    Love the atmosphere here. Great cocktails and even better bartenders. One of the only bars I felt safe going to during this pandemic.

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    This bar is super fun, while still by supplying us with a safe environment. P.s Gabby is the best server!o

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    Interesting & cool way they have the tap beer "unknown"! Owner is super friendly & fun to talk to.

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    Tiki drinks in Bayview. GOOD tiki drinks in Bayview. Good Tiki drinks in Bayview on tap. Get in here team!

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    They have a great atmosphere, even with covid they keep everything safe by having you order online and the service was awesome!

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