35 Best Dive Bars in Milwaukee

Sabbatic Dive Bar • $
700 S 2nd St, Milwaukee

“I want to thank Blue (the door person during the pride parade). They were my savior! I got a long splinter under my thumb nail right before the parade started. He was so kind and helped me, in one of the most painful things I have gone through. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.“

4.7 Superb39 Reviews
Nick's Anvil Inn Dive Bar • $$
2900 South 13th Street, Milwaukee
4.8 Superb6 Reviews
Anticipation Sports Bar Sports Bar • $$
6218 S 27th St, Milwaukee

Customers` Favorites

Frozen Pizza

“I love Anticipation and the staff. Amber especially is so friendly and attentive with drinks. I always make sure to stop in with my dad when I get back to town.“

4.9 Superb34 Reviews
Koz's Mini Bowl Dive Bar • $
2078 S 7th St, Milwaukee

“Great fun! 4 lane Duckpin bowling with pins set by hand! What more could you want? Cold beverages and a fabulous taco truck outside? Yup! We scored.“

4.8 Superb48 Reviews
Patti's Power Plant Bar • $
2800 S Kinnickinnic Ave, Milwaukee

“Awesome atmosphere where everyone is friendly. Great owner and awesome bartenders! If you haven’t been here already, you need to go!!!“

4.8 Superb28 Reviews
Falcon Bowl | Historic Bowling Alley & Banquet Hall Bar • $
801 E Clarke St, Milwaukee

“We had a blast playing on the stage in the center hall these last two times. Definitely a room with a ton of potential and great acoustics.“

4.7 Superb40 Reviews
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Jamo's

Jamo's Bar • $
1800 N Arlington Pl, Milwaukee

“Jamos is the best. Where all the east side hidden fame hangs out. If you want to hear some amazing history about the neighborhood and meet some incredible people, come here. Guaranteed to have one of the tastiest old fashionedsin town. Cash only!“

5 Superb11 Reviews
GM'S Dog House Bar • $
1641 S 68th St, Milwaukee

“Great neighborhood bar. Owners and Bartenders are awesome. Lynn is the best. love my favorite bar“

4.8 Superb14 Reviews
The Stone Pubs • $
2422 S Howell Ave, Milwaukee

Customers` Favorites

Monks Cafe Flemish Sour

“The Stone might be the friendliest bar in Milwaukee. Before I settled my butt into a seat at the bar, someone welcomed me with a hello and a welcome. Soon, more of the customers ambled up to me to talk about a myriad of subjects. This was an eclectic crowd, and obviously, all were welcome. These days, I'm invariably the oldest cat in the joint, but no one at the Stone seemed to notice. Neither did my dark glasses or fedora cause people at The Stone to keep their distance. That was very cool because how I dress is often construed as pretentious in the down-to-earth confines of Milwaukee. However, the regulars at The Stone let my personality and discourse speak rather than my appearance. That meant a lot to me. I left The Stone knowing I always had a welcoming tavern to go to. What a wonderful feeling. The Stone is a special place. BTW, the drinks were fine, and the prices were good.“

4.7 Superb19 Reviews
The Newport Bar • $
939 E Conway St, Milwaukee

“Great service by some great bartenders at a place that doesn't cost a fortune. Really easy going friendly crowd plus there's a great outside patio area.“

4.6 Superb34 Reviews
Fin 'n Feather Bar • $
4060 W Loomis Rd, Milwaukee

“Came in on a Saturday around 1:30 Katy was working and was absolutely amazing. Made me the best bloody I've had all year then she even cut my pizza into squares AND triangles. Very accommodating and the service was beyond great. Thank you Katy“

4.6 Superb29 Reviews
Linneman's Riverwest Inn Dive Bar • $
1001 E Locust St, Milwaukee

“I have started to participate in the Poet’s Mondays. It’s good to have a place to go on such an odd night of the week to promote my work. The hosts are friendly and are very artistically open to pretty much anything. Sometimes they’re a bit too open, in fact. Either way, this venue is a great representation of what someone can expect when exploring Riverwest. I wish the seating was more comfortable.“

4.6 Superb26 Reviews
Stella's: A Cocktail Dive Cocktail Bar • $
746 N James Lovell St, Milwaukee

“Go here all the time. Fantastic and fun atmosphere, and is my go to“

4.5 Superb59 Reviews
Gee Willickers Bar • $
2578 N Dousman St, Milwaukee

“Amazing place to hang out“

4.8 Superb5 Reviews
Conway's Smokin' Bar & Grill Barbecue • $
2127 W Wells St, Milwaukee

Customers` Favorites

Green Day Salad
Potato Salad
Pork Tornado
Meatloaf
Wings

“Great place near the Rave!“

4.5 Superb24 Reviews
The Toolbox Sports Bar • $
1500 W Scott St, Milwaukee

“A place where everyone knows your name ~. People aren’t afraid of saying hello along with , would you like to play some darts or how about a game of pool … RACK ‘em UP ~ for a shot or a beer ~_~ It’s almost like it used to be — FUN no FIGHTS just FUN …. I will be back, it’s a nice place..?“

4.6 Superb8 Reviews
Regano's Roman Coin Bar • $
1004 E Brady St, Milwaukee

“Stopped in to play pool and grab a drink of bourbon. Dom was awesome to us. We were stopping in on the way home to TN and wanted to hit a game of pool. $1 in quarters and got change broken for us. Cash only but they got an ATM - just in case it's your first time through. It was a great stop in Milwaukee!“

4.5 Superb22 Reviews
Cj's Pub Bar •
3643 W Rogers St, Milwaukee
4.6 Superb7 Reviews
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Hanke's

Hanke's Bar • $$
6101 W Lincoln Ave, Milwaukee

“Like stepping into my grandpa's basement - wood paneling, old beer signs. Cozy little bar with nice folks and reasonable prices. Had a great time here with friends and had nice conversations with the bartender and a few of the regulars.“

4.4 Superb5 Reviews
Riverwest Tavern Bar • $
900 E Auer Ave, Milwaukee

“Had a good time .. Drinks were awesome and they treat the patrons good...will most definitely be back“

4.4 Superb7 Reviews
Thirsty Fox Bar • $$
7586 N Teutonia Ave, Milwaukee

“great place to have fun with friends and great service!“

4.3 Superb13 Reviews
Thurmans 15 Bar • $
1731 N Arlington Pl, Milwaukee

“My reasons for this review are twofold. One Island to communicate what an amazing vibe this place has is the quintessential deadhead bar in the best way possible if you love 60s and 70s posters this is the place. There's always cool live music happening here and the beers are such a good.Do you guys allow people to hang promotional flyers for art events?“

4.3 Superb18 Reviews
Shari's Still Bar
1834 S 23rd St, Milwaukee

“The best place I've been to very comfortable and relaxing place to get away for a couple hours to have a few drinks and play on the coin machines,darts,pool table and play music you get down with. I love this place.Love Always Celeste C.“

3 Average1 Reviews
High Dive Bar • $
701 E Center St, Milwaukee

“it's the place to be“

4.3 Superb23 Reviews
Trailer Park Tavern Bar • $
2989 S Kinnickinnic Ave, Milwaukee

Customers` Favorites

Shoot the Root

“Went with a group on a Sunday afternoon to use our Pub Pass. Bartender Tim was fantastic and very friendly. He also gave us pink flamingo ducks even though we did not order the cocktail that they usually come with. Great crowd of regulars, fast and friendly service, so we stayed for a few more drinks after our free beer.“

4.3 Superb29 Reviews
Backdraught Tavern & Rescue Cocktail Bar • $
3631 S Clement Ave, Milwaukee

Customers` Favorites

White Hibiscus Pizza

“First time there! Had a great time! Was there for the whole afternoon! Such a good time! The owner takes pride in his Bloody Mary's 🙂 The bartender, Lexi, was awesome! Thanks for a great day!“

4.2 Good11 Reviews
13th Pour Bar • $
3675 South 13th Street, Milwaukee
4.1 Good13 Reviews
Dana's Fieldhouse Bar • $
5004 W Vliet St, Milwaukee

“Bloody Mary gurus! Great bartenders“

4 Good11 Reviews
Oak Barrel Public House American • $$
1033 N Doctor M.L.K. Jr Dr, Milwaukee

Customers` Favorites

Whiskey Battered Cheese Curds
Oak Barrel Signature Burger
Oak Barrel Signature Wings
Bier Cheese Mac and Cheese
Spicy Chicken Sandwich
Pulled Bacon Sandwich
Kentucky Fried Bacon
Bacon Grease Popcorn
Chicken and Waffles
Bacon Fat Popcorn

“Our burgers were fantastic, my drink was delicious, our waitress was attentive and everyone else was super friendly.“

4.3 Superb396 Reviews
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Zad's

Zad's Bar • $
438 S 2nd St, Milwaukee

“Super clean. An interesting experience for sure.“

4.1 Good26 Reviews
Wolski's Tavern Pubs • $
1836 N Pulaski St, Milwaukee

Customers` Favorites

Lakefront Riverwest Stein
Sprecher Special Amber
Lakefront Fixed Gear
Bells Two Hearted
Miller High Life
Leinenkugel

“The owner & his employees...just awesome people! It is the coolest little neighborhood bar. A must if in the Brady Street bar area.“

4.2 Good69 Reviews
The Bubbler Bar • $
3158 S Howell Ave, Milwaukee

Customers` Favorites

Sausage Mushroom Onion Pizza
Chicken Parmesan Sandwich
Garlic Cheese Bread
Sausage Pizzq

“The best bar in the world!!“

4.1 Good32 Reviews
Club Brady Bar • $
1339 E Brady St, Milwaukee

“We had gone up and down Brady Street trying out a few of the bars; we stopped in here and ended up staying the remainder of the night. It has a dive bar feel, but with more young adult patrons than not. There are some games to play: skee ball, darts, air hockey, giant connect 4, pool. Looked like there may have been some bar food like pizza and popcorn, but I didn't get any. There was a touch tunes, so you can play DJ if you want. Overall, we had a lot of fun here compared to some of the overcrowded bars nearby. (:“

3.9 Good15 Reviews
Mad Planet Dive Bar • $
533 E Center St, Milwaukee

“It was my first time at a club so I was very nervous but I had the best experience, my fiancé and I missed our high school prom so we went to Goth Prom 2024. We had so much fun The people and the bartenders were very nice. Definitely coming back for more goth related events ??“

4 Good28 Reviews
Y-Not II Tavern Bar • $
706 E Lyon St, Milwaukee

Customers` Favorites

Free Popcorn

“I had an absolute blast at this lively city bar, and I was pleasantly surprised by their unbelievably affordable drink prices! ?? You can stroll into this joint with just a $10 bill and have a fantastic time, possibly partying all night long. ?? I can't recommend their jumbo Stein glasses enough—the beer was not only inexpensive but also set the stage for an amazing time without breaking the bank. ?? On top of that, the youthful crowd, fantastic music, and overall vibe made it clear that everyone was having an absolute blast! ??‍♂️?

Parking: We had to walk a couple blocks but it was well worth it, and there is free parking on the streets.“

3.9 Good39 Reviews