50 Best Bars near Shorewood

“Once we got engaged, we started looking at tons of venues and The Atrium was intriguing and we went to view it. When we were there on our initial tour it was everything we ever wanted including the upstairs bar, outdoor space and the beautiful main level. Working with The Atrium leading up to the wedding was a great experience, we were assigned Lori for our day of coordinator. We met Lori prior to the wedding day, and instantly had a connection. I knew Lori was going to be a great asset for our wedding day, she is full of knowledge and worked on the catering side in her past so every ounce of knowledge helped us. Come wedding day, she was by my side, making sure everything was perfect, including my bustle! I couldn’t have imagined having a better person by my side, bending over backward for me and our guests. Lori is a great asset to The Atrium’s team!“

“They are dog friendly and have consistently had good options on tap. Do know that they are a bar only, not a resturaunt. They have bags of chips for sale, but no food food. I like it because I like having a place out that I can take my dog. Dogs allowed inside and out on the patio.“

“This place completely exceeded my expectations! 🤩🍽 We ordered the chopped Thai salad with grilled chicken and the pulled pork nachos, and both dishes were absolutely delicious. 🥗🌮 Every bite was packed with rich, well-balanced flavors, and the ingredients tasted incredibly fresh. 😋 The portions were also very generous, making the meal even more satisfying. 👏 We're already excited to come back and explore more of the menu while enjoying these amazing favorites again. Highly recommended for anyone looking for outstanding food and a great dining experience! ⭐💯“

“A perfect spot for a little day drinking!!“

“My son and I had the steak and were not pleased. Very tough for the price. Every else was good. Great cocktails.“

“Absolutely amazing experience for bridal and groom parties! Matt was an awesome game show host and had great jokes! I feel bad as I forgot the female host’s name but she was also amazing! We had the best time and I know the bride and groom loved every minute.“

“We stumbled into NorthSouth Club before Summerfest because we had time to kill before the show. The crew working that night was incredible and very conversational. They had overheard we were going to The Academy Is and offered us wristbands! Thank you, Tyler, Phoebe and Max for making our night! Drinks were great, and the axe throwing was so fun!“

“Best Drinks in Milwaukee 🔥“

“We had a blast .. found Holler House through Google search of oldest bars in Milwaukee. The owners Tom and Cathy are amazing and the locals made us feel at home! We have so many pictures and so much fun! Be sure to do a shotski! These Texans had a blast!“

“Thank you to Nico, Tyler, and Mitch, who were all incredibly friendly and helpful. With the outing organized by my employer as a staff bonding experience, which we know can often be awkward, this team at Nine Below truly made it a fun and memorable experience.“

“Went for the first time today for a doggo lunch date with muh fur baby. Wonderful staff and quick service. I noticed negative reviews complaining there was dogs, well no crap it’s the business model and there’s an actual picture of a dog on the door and logo. ANYWAYS price is a little steep but when I got my food holy cow it was delicious. And I love that they have dog friendly menu items available as well. The place is super clean for the amount of guests and animals that come through. Loved that the food pickup and service area is separate from dining. The only downfall was I did pay for pickles and there wasn’t any but I didn’t even notice it until I devoured the first half of my food. No big deal. I ordered the steak sandwich and strawberry limeade which I also love is made by hand with fresh fruit. My dog is now sleeping in a food coma as am I.“

“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.“

“Damond provided outstanding service. Great atmosphere. The Chicken Sandwich is truly the best ever. I’ll be back, working my way through the menu!“

“Great bar good but not typical, eg the usual French Dip is called an Irish Dip, served with sliced tenderloin steak. Cheese and Brat soup for game day. Wings are delicious with lots of sauces.
On Brewers game days their lot fills up fast, but there's plenty of neighborhood street parking.“

“Great Beer selection, even gluten free options!“

“Great people. Good drinks“

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

“Great burger joint! We each had The Archie burger and added on an onion ring and side of fries. We could have split the burger it was so huge. Be prepared with plenty of napkins - it’s the kind of burger that slides around.

Quick friendly service.“

“We stopped on a Sunday afternoon. The bartender she was great. Personality and vibes were on point. Made us feel welcomed.

They had happy hour on their signature drinks and they were all delish.

I love the dive ish bar feel but the offering of craft cocktails.“

“great owner who is really great at incorporating others to feel appreciated . also the food is awesome with great portions“

“Only place around we know where you can play pingpong for free! They had pinball machines, darts and pingpong in the back. We came here for my mother's 64th birthday because she wanted to play table tennis and it was so fun! I haven't seen her smile like that in a long time!“

“All they have for food is all they need for food: pizza. They have classic and modern cabinets + enough pinball, skee ball, and hoops games to keep you entertained. Plays are $0.25/player for every game, but they have specials that lower the cost per play even further. Great for small and large parties alike

Vegetarian options: Mona Lisa is a margarita pizza

Dietary restrictions: They have ciders and seltzer, but I do wish they had more rice beers

Parking: More reliable parking is on N Jackson

Kid-friendliness: The bar is strictly 21+

Wheelchair accessibility: Ramps to main floor. I believe there's an elevator to the second floor“

“This has become my go-to gathering place on Downer Avenue. It's classy, relaxing, quiet enough for conversation, and has beverages to suit just about any mood or taste. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable.“

“Awesome place!! My uncle used to be part owner years ago and my mom worked there. Supposedly I was conceived on the bar“

“Really enjoyed our meal at St Francis Brewery. Stephanie, our server was attentive and friendly. Food delivery was super speedy. Pretzel bites and cheese were so good. We had the Beer can chicken and chicken tenders- both excellent. Also big fans of the sweet potato fries. Live music was fantastic. Altogether a great vibe- we’ll be back!“

“This is our go to hangout place! Best wings on the planet, hands down!! awesome towny bar atmosphere“

“Best date spot for young professionals in MKE. Come for the atmosphere and stay for the even more ambiance. It's like if Einstein invented the Tunnel of Love attraction in all those classic films about yt people wearing sweaters and getting married at age 17 instead of nuclear destruction, but even more.“

“2nd time here and will be back! Love it“

“Amazing bar tucked into the neighborhood. Beer list, wine list, and cocktails are all well thought out by someone who really cares. Good vibes. This place is 10/10.“

“great spot great owner great fun“

“Great bar, delicious drinks, and the bartenders are always great. Cody is the best!“

“Great little Japanese bar. Bartender was very knowledgeable about sake“

“This place is an excellent spot for drinks with friends or loved ones for any occasion. The diverse mix of customers and staff creates a welcoming atmosphere, where you’ll find a little bit of everyone in their own private, spacious sections. I was seated on a garden style terrace, decorated with meticulously planned and vibrant plants of all kinds that surrounded me. The terrace showed off exceptional lighting, making it an ideal spot for a cocktail photoshoot. There is no food on the menu so dont come hungry the drinks are delicious and strong. They are also very pricey for the service provided! Overall the service drinks and experience was great!“

“Hey! second time here service was great ! cold beer as always (: love they have patio lot of inside space , pool and more. they offer variety of items chips , snacks ! really chill spot in the foresthome area. will be coming with my wife soon! thanks again (:“

“Great bartenders, fun events!“

“What a hidden gem! The perch and cod were so moist and perfectly seasoned with a light cornbread breading. Tammy cooked and brought out our food. The men serving were comfortable and friendly, very relaxed place. We will be making this place a regular! Love the support for the police in there too!“

“Great bar with welcoming bar tenders and fun patrons! If you want to have a great time, this is the bar for you!“

“Wc's rhythm and blues is a great place to have a nice decent party no drama just fun fun fun come on down and kicking with the family.“

“Walked in as a stop before dinner. Everyone here was quietly watching Jeopardy on the tv and politely saying their answers. We grabbed a booth and joined in the fun. Services was great. Won a $1 off a pull tab and wished we could have stayed longer. Vibes are incredible.“

“👍🏼👍🏼 always have had a good time here. Definitely a great bar especially so close Fiserv Forum!“

“Friendly bar and meet new friends and watch sports“

“As others have said, homey/divey vibe, nothing fancy but perfect for what it is. Feels like it's always been there. Great food too, friendly owner/bartender, an an excellent brandy old fashioned.
If you don't love this place, I think it says more about you than it does about Phylos!“

“I live in the area and coming here I always see the service and the customers are pleasant and welcoming. Well recommended.“

“The X-Ray is THE VENUE to go to. A safe space for all, a super friendly environment every single time I go (pretty frequently as of late!) Most definitely my favorite venue in Milwaukee/Cudahy“

“Great place to watch soccer. They also have a nice beer selection.“

“Very awesome place to go for Alternative events! The bartender is friendly, nice, and generous. They have a nice small outdoor area to escape the noise and have privacy. I come here frequently for their Goth nights. Very underrated, more people need to come here to appreciate it's hidden treasures“

“💯 Lo recomiendo es de lo mejor muy buen servicio todo delicioso se convirtió en uno de mis lugares favoritos muy buenos resultados“

“Good service great food“

“Came here for the first time on 7/10/26 at about 9pm. My $10 lemondrop drink was meh. Not worth the money. But the lasagna soup,OMG! Absolutely delicious 😋And I mean delicious! I'll come back over&over just for that! Kudos 👏 to the soup 🍲 maker.“

“Crystal is the best!!!!!! I had soooo much fun!!!!“