50 Best Bars near Whitefish Bay

“Food is still very good even though they have a new Executive Chef. I will definitely go back to dine again.“

“Maggie, Hailey, and Cricket truly made the environment feel welcoming! The drinks they served were by far the best I’ve had in town! They have some killer skills with Moscow mules and Maggie gave crystal clear directions making sure we were safe! She even gave us some pointers which made our experience all the more rocking and fun! Hailey and Cricket were some of the friendliest bartenders I’ve my near Brady Street! Absolutely would come back more than once!!“

“Marlee was phenomenal! This venue is supercool! There is shuffleboard and axe throwing and we had a great time! Marlee gave me incredible customer service and made me an excellent drink. I’ll be sure and tell all my friend to stop by for some fun.“

“Great Staff! Very friendly and made me feel welcome from the first time being there!“

“First time ordering here, quick and easy over the phone. I got the No.2 & Fries. The burger was great, definitely bigger than I thought, so you will be full with a double patty. The fries were perfect, hot, and lightly crisp. Very good first impression.
There's something special about having a small menu but executing it very well. Archie's does just that. I recommend giving them a try if you haven't.“

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

“Great food! Nice selection of entrees and sandwiches. The Rachel I ordered could have had more sauerkraut, but the 1000 Island and horseradish on the side were plentiful. The spinach & feta roll appetizer was delicious, and the homemade chips on the Irish nachos were light & crispy.“

“Dirty Sprites are good and they had a cool creature from the black lagoon pinball machine. I think they replaced it butIthe fact they had it was cool

Kid-friendliness: Who takes their kids to a bar like this?

Wheelchair accessibility: No ramp :(“

“Puddler's Hall is a hidden gem that captivates with its unique blend of ambiance and expertly crafted cocktails. At the heart of this establishment is Gedalie, a mixologist whose skills are nothing short of extraordinary. The true magic lies in the meticulous attention to detail, especially when it comes to the use of artisanal ice in the cocktails.Gedalie's mixology expertise shines through in every concoction, showcasing a mastery of flavors and a creative touch that sets Puddler's Hall apart from the rest. The artisanal ice, carefully carved and selected, enhances the overall drinking experience, adding a level of sophistication to each sip.“

“Great Beer selection, even gluten free options!“

“Great food for good price. Plenty of space with outside patio and outside bars. A stage for music on certain nights I'm guessing.Very friendly service, I was even brought free food because of something accidently made so they don't waste food. I highly recommend this place for quick food and good everything.“

“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.“

“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!“

“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.“

“Great food and service!! Prices are very reasonable, especially for downtown!!“

“Super cute patio!! I appreciated that there were covered and uncovered parts, as it stated to rain while we were outside. It feels like a peaceful oasis in the middle of Third Ward. My friend and I got the espresso martinis and banana rum cocktail...both were good!“

“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“

“Had a great 1st night there, then I had car problems. Racquel (didn’t spell right I’m sure..). Did not hesitate to help jump my car. Will now be a stop when in the area. Very welcoming❤️😂“

“Taylor It's by far one of my favorite bars to hang out and relax with a lot of the locals. Great vibes, older crowd, no drama, just a good time!!!! Always on my to go list if I plan a night downtown. I love the outdoor seating underhang. Heating definitely keeps it comfortable.“

“My hubby did a pickup order and wow, we were impressed! Pickup fish fry isn’t usually something we do (thanks kidney stones for ruining our night) because it gets soggy but tonight we had to and it was really good. They packaged everything separately so the tartar and the slaw weren’t warm sitting in the container with the hot food, I had the combination platter and the package the baked cod in a separate soup container which was great. My husband had the blue gill and really enjoyed them as did our 5 year old. The food was all really delicious and I can’t wait to dine in next time. My husband said while he had a beer at the bar while he waited for our food all of the employees were friendly and pleasant.“

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

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

“Fun atmosphere with plenty of games to play!“

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

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

“Great bartenders, fun events!“

“I just love this place. I’ve been coming for years and it never gets old. Recently ordered takeout and it’s a whole new experience to see these portions in to-go containers. Do not underestimate the size! We ordered 3 dishes for 3 people and didn’t end up even touching one of them until the next day. Everything was delicious though and I can’t recommend highly enough.“

“Great day with the family - we went to the the 3:00 tee time - Kayla and Cisco did a wonderful job explaining the process and making sure we were all ready to have some fun! Loads of fun building the hole and even more fun trying to figure out some of the others! We definitely recommend for the family!“

“this is Art’s house Art gives very few cares and will show you photos of him when he was ol he takes his time so don't go when youre in a hurry he gave me a flash light which doesn't relly work which is probably why he gave it to me theres a hole in the back deck which has to be seen to believed he loves jokes, the News, TMZ, and bar dice. I dig the characters here man on a calculator plugged into the wall, a three legged dog and a marathon-running doctor Art used to save newspapers for me but he doesn't do that anymore which is fine because i used to pick up the papers just to take them home to recycle i became the middle man for his newspaper disposal which became quite redundant art may offend or he might not again don’t ever go here when you’re in a hurry.“

“We have driven by many times and have always wanted to stop in. We stopped by for a quick drink or two before going to dinner. There is plenty of outdoor space for those warmer days, but since it was chilly out we went inside. Eclectic, classic, hometown bar feel on the inside.

We ordered an old fashioned and one of the cocktails on tap, Hop Wop. Drinks were great and service was kind. We would love to stop by sometime in the summer and tray some more of the menu“

“Greg’s place all around. Chill vibe.“

“This was my visit and will not be my last! I really enjoyed myself! Miss Karaoke ❤️“

“Great food, great beer, and great service! Dan was very friendly and has a great personality!“

“Me encanta el lugar muy atenta Maggie te a tiende rápido y muy buena vibra..Y en cuestión de los productos muy ricos Proteína Waffles , Champurrado etc.“

“Nice little-big neighborhood spot. Good bartenders, good machines, pool, darts, patio. Usually very delicious, and made from scratch, frozen drinks available. If that's your thing, do it, fantastic! Otherwise a wide liquor selection, great tap and bottle beers available, some seltzers, and ciders to be had as well. Good people, for the most part, and great security, for when it matters. Generally trouble free though.“

“This is like any neighborhood bar, with a lot of locals and other nice people! The bartenders are always friendly and have lots of tables for small groups to gather to have fun! They don't serve food though, only frozen pizza and salty snacks!

Parking: They have a parking lot and if it's full, there is also street parking!“

“At in Wonderland diner today for lunch. Amazing food, our waiter Ben double checked if certain things were safe for me (I'm gluten free). Had a gluten free bun for my burger. If you are gluten free or not I highly recommend this place!“

“Great bands and beer selection“

“The tavern scene in the city of Milwaukee is amazing. There seems to be a hidden gem on every other corner. Phylo's, hiding on a corner in West Allis, is a wonderful vestige of a time of warmth and welcome. Within ten minutes, we were talking with everyone in the bar. The maestro of this symphony is the indomitable Lou, the owner and master of the grill. She cooked up one of the best burgers I have tasted, with a choice of cheese, onions, tomato, lettuce, pickles and whatever else you want. Lou is there to please. She is also the consummate master of ceremonies and makes Phylo’s a special place.“

“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!“

“Good service great food“

“Updating my review to say: Vegan wings are back (Tuesdays only)! They have been my favorite for nearly a decade— very glad to see menu options expanding again. The hot chickn sandwich and elote are also not to be missed! Updated from previous review on 2024-11-17“

“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!“

“never again will I walk into to this establishment 0 outta 5.“

“I have patronized Dales since 1992 and his prices are customer friendly and the people spirit for the most part is inviting and fun Dale is a great human being and one of the best businessmen in the world I love him and respect him due to his grace and care of his staff and customers“

“Very chill spot. I came alone to meet a friend and felt very safe. Southside vibe ….will be back !!!“

“been coming here on and off 28 years.. diverse, friendly, great fun and memories!!!“

“Great atmosphere the drinks are one of a kind and delicious!! Very cute inside decor and the Ally is so cool.“

“Been going there for decades watching all my friends bands play and other live local acts. I like the deck out back where you can smoke and talk to people because 99% of the time everyone gets along and enjoy themselves. Good place for the bands to talk to the people after playing for P.R. I remember Pete Bali....dont know if he is still there and if still running the restaurant, if so reach out im top "boss" of entertainment in Milwaukee and crazy enough and being watched by hundreds of millions of people worldwide. If you want to raise customers and revenue immediately in a huge way let me know“

“The bar’s location is on my way to other places like Fluid and Walker’s pint. Back in 2021, I was being re-introduced to the Milwaukee LGBTQ+ community after living in Denver for the past 8 years. Before leaving, I volunteered at the AIDS Resource Center of Wisconsin, helped organize the gay softball World Series in 2009, and also volunteered at American Family Field for the LGBTQ+ softball league SSBL. I ran into this bar walking from Woodys to Walkers Pint. I walked in and was greeted by the bartender, Charlie. I recently parted ways with some of my gay “bar friends” and needed a change of scenery. Not knowing my story Charlie made conversation and made me feel welcome. In about 7-8 minutes meeting Charlie, he knew I happened to be gay. Since then I make it a point when friends visit for pride I take them to this place. All of the bartenders have always treated me with great respect and I enjoy the atmosphere. With me standing tall at 4’9” I’m happy to visit this inclusive place where I’ve happened to develop friendships with people who happen to be straight, oh and people who happen to be gay as well.“