39 Best Cocktail Bars near Oak Creek

“Came here for an early dinner and wasn't disappointed! Our waitress was very nice and attentive, the booth we sat in was HUGE and comfortable, our drinks were good and our food was tasty! We ordered the chicken schnitzel sandwich and reuben. Would definitely love to return and try other stuff - oh and the cheese curds are 10/10, couldn't get a picture because they went so fast!“

“The lavender margarita is amazing for summer!! Also Joey was super kind, and great service!“

“Classic lounge energy with surprisingly solid bites. I grabbed a small plate alongside a drink and it hit the spot—simple, savory, and well-timed. Dim lights, old-school vibes, and a pace that encourages lingering. Feels timeless in a good way.“

“One of the best bars in the area. All the drinks are great, you can’t go wrong. Just order what you like and they’ll make one of the best you’ve had. They change their menu about quarterly and have really unique drinks. Great old fashioneds! They also frequently have food, but check their Facebook page to see what’s happening.“

“Great quality tequila for all the fantasic house cocktails!!“

“The atmosphere is amazing, drinks are wonderful and it’s an all around vibe.“

“Stopped in for their Miracle on 2nd St holiday pop-up. We only had to wait about 5-10min for a table, but it does get busy fast, especially on weekends.

They had several seasonal cocktails in special festive cups, which you could also buy to take home.

I got the Cheery Cherry Chocosaurus, which was good, but pricey for what it was. Almost all the seasonal drinks were $15 each and didn’t seem too big.

The venue itself is medium sized, but feels crammed quickly. There’s more people let in at a time than there is seating, so you have to move fast to get a seat.

I’ll likely come back during the summer to try something else.“

“Great cocktails and beer, cozy vibes, and a cute outdoor patio. Dog-friendly inside and out! They also do a deal on Mondays where you get a dollar off your drinks if you bring a book. Lots of non-alcoholic, THC, and gluten-free options. They have a couple snacks, but allow you to bring in food from neighboring restaurants.“

“Best Old fashioned in the state of Wisconsin“

“Love this Bay View gem. Great vibes, music, and overall ambience.

Unique, tasty drinks - expect a wait to order at center of bar area. Staff work hard to get drinks out.

Sad to see Maya Ophelia’s vegan food truck go though! Twas such a great compliment to this establishment.“

“Best neighborhood bar ever !! A go to when in the area !!“

“I was able to try this place for the first time last weekend and it was awesome! Sugar Maple does a lot of cool pop ups. We went to the Strangers Things one. The cocktails were so fun and tasty. The staff and owner were all so kind!
Highly recommend!“

“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!“

“My husband and I came from central IL for work but turned it into a date night. We had so much fun at Lost Whale! We tried nearly all of the cocktails (some twice) and fell in love with the shooters!
We're planning a trip back because we also feel in love with the area and want to explore! Thanks for a great Friday night!“

“Idk if this place serves food but I’m doing 5 stars for the drinks.
Me and my partner came here on a whim the other night and it exceeded our expectations. The Halloween decor was awesome and the drinks were super good and only $7! We are bartenders from Minneapolis where a good cocktail these days will easily run you up to $20 per drink so we were actually pretty blown away at that price point considering the drinks were on par with any other upscale cocktail bar. 100% will be coming back next time we are in the city!“

“I've never been to Milwaukee. I asked where I could get a true Milwaukee meal experience and was directed to The Vanguard. it was fantastic and Kelly was an absolute gem of a person.“

“Was my first time here and I will definitely be back! My friend and I only stopped in for appetizers and some sake but the service, atmosphere, and food was absolutely amazing. Looking forward to coming back for a more intimate occasion.“

“Great food, staff is very nice.“

“Very good food, great service. Drove 45 mins out of my way to try this place, will be back!“

“excellant service, food is well worth going too daily,“

“We decided to make a quick stop in during a weekend to Milwaukee. It was an amazing experience! Bartender was awesome, spirits and cocktails was truly unique and so good. We purchased quite a bit to take home, including some Christmas gifts for family. Would highly recommend.“

“There's something about tucking into the bar at Palomino when it's cold and wintery...it's perfect. Last night we had the savory hand pie of the day, a cubano, which was absolutely spectacular. That pastry dough is life changing. Balanced flavors. AMAZING. Dry rub wings were cooked perfectly and the fries, THE FRIES, THE FRIES! So good. Extensive whiskey/bourbon selection too which is fun to see and try new things. Don't skip this spot! Tuck in and hide from the cold!“

“Delicious food and fantastic service. Staff was great- really friendly- and knew their stuff. Went on a Wednesday and got the buy one get one margarita special for that day. Between the three of us we had the queso fundido with chorizo, tostadas, chimichanga and a torta. Everything was delicious, one of the best tortas I've ever had. Inside was cute and clean. We will definitely be back!“

“Excellent Italian apricot pastry and espresso.“

“Stopped in for an afternoon coffee. It was fresh and flavorful. My fiancé had the espresso martini and she said they were incredible.“

“The stuffed shrimp is amazing ! Cold beer and great conversations !“

“Leaky Leek with the customer service is the best thing that happened to bartender since the ‘99 and 2000’s. If you haven’t stopped into Wall Street Stock Bar (WSTB) on 219 south 2nd street, you’ve done yourself a disservice of experiencing an extraordinary service of a mixologist that can eyeball a perfect taste that will breathe soul & life to the most simple drink that you’ve previously tasted.“

“All you can eat sushi? C'mon! Who can say "no" to that!? And it's good too!“

“Great service - Cameron took excellent care of us!“

“Primera vez que llegamos a McCocos, excelente ambiente, excelentísima atención desde que llegamos, la bartender muy atenta, sonriente y rápida en el servicio. Posteriormente fuimos atendidas por Laura, la mesera , una persona muy agradable, sonrisa constante y atención rápida también. El Sabor de l Comida muy bueno, sobretodo abundante y excelente precio. El lugar nos encantó. Lo recomendamos. Prometen comprar Ron Flor de Caña para los nicaragüenses que conocemos El sabor del mejor ROn!!!!“

“I love this dog friendly bar so much!! Great vibe and great bartenders!!! Super great Dave, Jennifer and Joe!!“

“We had a great time for our boy's birthday. We all enjoyed the big yard, and the picnic table seating. The owner was kind enough to gift him a desert treat which he absolutely devoured. We loved the burgers and fries, and our man enjoyed his burger too. All around, this was a fabulous experience and we hope this business thrives. Thanks for a fantastic memory!“

“La comida es muy sabrosa !! La atención muy agradable !!! Felicitaciones“

“an amazing dining experience! food and wine list on point, and the atmosphere is amazing! 10 out of 10 would recommend!“

“The manager was super helpful and friendly Thank you“

“If I lived in Milwaukee, I'd eat there all the time. Loved the eggplant.“

“Such a fantastic place! Great food, everything was so delicious. Fresh tortilla chips, the best I have had. Beautiful decor. Bright and lively atmosphere. Fresh breezes flow inside on nice days with sliding doors open. Cute patio. Conveniently located. Awesome staff. Definitely a favorite to come back to. Thank you Pattie!“

“I have been going here for years. The fish fry is EXCELLENT and I have NEVER been disappointed. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!“