18 Best Cocktail Bars near Franklin

“Went around the holidays and enjoyed the Christmas decor! The cocktails were ok. Started with an espresso martini, which I would not order again. Then tried a gingerbread martini, which was good but definitely got a little too sweet towards the end. Same with the sugar cookie martini, but overall, both were good. The service was good. Seems like a fun place to meet for a drink. Have yet to try the coffee!“

“Love this place, best var for craft coctails on the west side of milwaukee/suburbs. Been here so many times, food wise they just have a few simple apps like a giant pretzel, or a cheese platter which are all fine, tgey dont have a full menu butnypu can vring food if you want. Drink wise they have a nice selection of craft beers and a changing list of craft cocktails based on the season. There are unique flavors, and something for everyone from sweet to dry and everything between, all well balanced. Its in on old fire station so there isnt much indoor seating but lots outside & a gas fire pit for warmth.Parking: Only street parking available“

“New owners still getting their feet grounded. Sort of an unusual place. Mexican and Thai food. Talked with the owner, a very nice guy. They are still experimenting with the menu choices, based on the customer preferences. We would dine again.“

“Great pizzas, pastas and cocktails. The Agrigento (sausage & pep with garlic sauce base) is the best. Great service, knowledgeable staff, and comfortable atmosphere. Passion goes into what they do here and it shows. Definitely a must try if you are a fan of Italian food.“

“I’d give 6 stars if I could! What an absolute gem with incredibly warm, welcoming staff and DELICIOUS food! The chilaquiles are not to be missed. The cocktails are well made and the prices are so reasonable. Can’t recommend highly enough!!“

“Overall just a perfect corner bar, every aspect nailed - I have to say the standout quality to me was the sound system. The music selection was wide and tasteful but the real star for me was the actual sound. I’m not sure if I’ve heard as high quality of sound at a bar in my life. Clear with sub-bump and doesn’t interfere with conversation even at higher volume. I saw heads nodding all night, so dope.“

“A dimly-lit, laid-back cocktail lounge, which is just what I was seeking. Chill crowd, with vintage music in the background. The drinks are a bit different than what I’m used to; but the bartenders put their own little spin on tradition. That’s fine with me — variety is the spice of life. I will definitely be back.“

“The drinks and atmosphere here are above and beyond.Matt is one of the most personable bartenders I've had the pleasure to be served by. He will keep multiple conversations going with patrons while getting handcrafted drinks out remarkably fast. I don't think I waited longer than a minute after ordering to get anything.“

“tl;dr - a date night out with great staff and even better drinks Tin Widow is something special - the ambiance, the decor, the lightning - there's just something different about it and elevates things from your typical chic cocktail lounge. Always a cozy vibe with lit candles, but the staff really drives it for something different as they are caring, creative and are actually willing and seem like they want to chat with you when they have a breather. You would definitely want to come here for a romantic night out or just a great catchup night with friends. Again the decor is kind of fun, there's a lot of interesting little statues and art around that will be a conversation topic if you need one. This place also turns into a CRAZY hotspot during December where it's like a Miracle holiday pop up where it looks like Christmas has been (very lovingly) vomited all over the entire inside. A fun holiday drink menu and the crazy decorations make that a VERY hard place to get into when it's active. Basically, visit it at least once (it's fun to check out) and then become a normal Tin Widow regular and avoid that month like a plague. P.S. don't be weirded out, the bathroom is in a little bit of a strange area out the inside door and down a hallway, but it's all fine - you'll find it!“

“This place is awesome! We were lucky enough to do a tour with the owner and ordered a round of drinks. The tour was super informative, and he was funny to boot! The drinks were to die for, and we went home with a bottle of their brandy, their rye, their chai liquor, and their bloody mary vodka. ? The atmosphere was such a cool vibe as well!“

“I miss the made to order breakfast sandwiches and now that they're trying to rebrand as a bloody mary trivia bar, it feels like the focus is no longer on coffee. On a Saturday morning it takes noticeably longer to get a couple of lattes when the baristas are busy making bloody marys. Absolutely delicious coffee, however.“

“Tommy, the incredible soul with beautiful black hair, warms my heart with his smile.The variety of specialty delicious lattes & tea & the brioche-yum! The service & smiles & the fact that they serve in actual mugs are why I come to this café vs any other. They care about the environment, so I've gotten a discount for bringing my own cup when I get it to-go (not many other cafés care about Mother Earth). They have food, alcohol & live music. Big bright, open space to relax. Thank you Tommy for being you! And thank you to all others who welcome me with warm smiles & friendly service.“

“This is a fairly small space and things are cozy, but the ambiance is wonderful ?. Low key but very detailed, I found myself walking (carefully) around and looking at the details. We ordered small plates as appetizers, and they were fantastic and arrived quickly. The large plates took a fair bit longer to arrive, but all of us cleaned our plates. Seriously, my tiny sister actually scraped her plate clean with her fork and knife. Overall, this was a very nice experience. Prices for food were pretty high, though cocktail prices were a good deal.Vegetarian options: Butternut squash small plate was insanely delicious“

“Been there a few times now and besides having a great time whether bingo, listening to music or crafting the owners and staff all so personable and ensuring everyone is having a good time. Great atmosphere and btr than any actual bar scene even though there is a bar. Options for everyone- great job guys!“

“This is a unique drinking establishment for Walker’s Point, or what some people call the Fifth Ward. The current trend calls for a craft brewery, an independent distillery, an ersatz gourmet restaurant, or a place left over from the clandestine 1980s or 1990s. Breaking that template, Wall Street is a black owned, sultry cocktail bar with the sounds of “sweet soul music” filling the handsome space. Milwaukee may be growing up, accepting its diversity and realizing it can be urbane without losing its roots. That beer and a shot town may be long gone.Looking like more like a model from Paris or New York City, the proprietor Sharisse, named the bar after her mother who taught her finance and how to use economic investment to further yourself in a competitive world. Sharisse’s presence adds class and panache to the Wall Street Stock Bar. Less of a South Side bar, and more NYC or Paris, the Wall Street offers an array of delicious mixed cocktails and tasty bites to eat. Helping to tend bar, Naomi greets you with her bubbly personality and a ready smile, making everyone feel welcomed. Prices are a little higher than the typical corner tavern, but Wall Street pays off with a sophistication lacking from most places in Milwaukee. It reminds me of when Elsa’s on the Park first opened, breaking the mold in the Cream City, bringing Karl Kopp’s vision of a cool and hip Milwaukee to fruition.Go to the Wall Street Stock Bar and support the “new Milwaukee.” It isn’t all bar dice and dem and dose anymore.“

“I have driven past this place for a couple years now and I have never seen an open sign light up but today it was shining bright so I stopped for an adult beverage. Brian was bartending on my visit and it was all regulars but they didn't make me feel like an outsider. I ordered my Gin Rickey and no one in the bar had ever heard of it, no drink for Brian today but any bartender who can make one gets a drink on me. The place is your typical WI dive bar with a theme of bobble heads because the owner collects them. The staff was very friendly and the Gin Rickey was very refreshing. The place has a small bar with one giant flat screen and smaller flat screens around the room.“

“Great service! They had very friendly staff and owner who were very welcoming to us. It was fun for a packer game and they served free food as well on the day we came which was a plus! Drinks were a great price, it was very clean, and they had a nice cozy setup with so many TVs which was perfect for watching the game. Bathrooms were also well kept and appreciated the feminine products they had as well! Def would recommend and come back!“

“I would go out of my way for the food at this bar. And try the special, whatever it is that day, they always put some heart into it.Wheelchair accessibility: I got beat at pool by a guy in a wheelchair, and I'm good. If that works for him, it should work for others.“