30 Best Craft Breweries in Milwaukee

“I took the tour in the early 2010’s shortly after Jim opened this place. It was good then. I just took my friend on the tour this Monday. It was fantastic. A good overview of the history of Pabst and the buildings, and what Jim has done to the place is fantastic. Highly recommend the tour.“

“We held our Wedding Welcome Party at MobCraft Beer the night before our big day. Elise was so fun, professional, and organized throughout the entire process. Elise was helpful in providing her recommendations for serving sizes based on our guest count and provided us with plenty of options based on her experiences! I would recommend MobCraft to anyone for their event because there are many options for where your event can be all within the brewery, plus overall its an amazing environment. We chose the Game Room, because we wanted our group to have its own space but we still wanted to be apart of the breweries atmosphere with the other customers. We also used the in-house catering MobCraft provided and it was delicious! Again, Elise was great to work with and it turned into such a fun night! Highly Recommend!!“

“Been going to Broken Bat since they moved to their new location on 1st and Pittsburgh. I absolutely recommend this place and its entirety and wish I lived closer. Whether it’s wiffle ball, darts, or kicking back and enjoying a Beach Ball (my personal favorite Pineapple Milkshake IPA) no brewery comes close to offering the atmosphere of Broken Bat. But what really makes Broken Bat so special especially to the city of Milwaukee is they care about the people and the surrounding community. They aren’t here to just make another craft beer and take your dollar. If you’ve ever met the owner Tim you’ll understand what I’m saying. So… Whether you’re in the area or at a local store, grab a beer made by Broken Bat Brewing Company. You’re doing yourself a favor and supporting an establishment that deserves it. PS- if you’re a Marquette fan (or not) -> Find the beer “Ring Out Ahoya” and crack it open during Marquettes deep run this year“

“Was visiting Milwaukee (highly underrated American city, btw) and stopped here for a couple beers. The bartender, Maria, was friendly and easy to talk to. The beers were solid and the ambience was airy and comfortable. I will definitely come back when I am in town again. Thank you!“

“Amorphic's 3 year anniversary party was absolutely epic. The space is incredible. I can't wait to try the golf simulator. The beer keeps evolving, and it attracts a very nice crowd. I highly recommend bringing friends and building memories.“

“Rob is a genuine person with a passion for his art. His beers do not disappoint. I prefer the diversity and wildness of Belgian beers. Supermoon embraces those styles and more. He is a dedicated artist, lover of his community and passionate person.“

“Stopped by on Saturday before the "A Christmas Story" showing at the Pabst Theater and had a FANTASTIC time! First time, definitely NOT the last time. Wish we could have stayed longer, or been there to see some live magic! Had several of the beers(Tell the Bees, Secret Handshake, & First Rabbit) and was extremely satisfied with all of them.“

“Huge Thanks to Indeed Brewing Company! My son recently rented a private room at Indeed Brewing for his wife’s 30th birthday, and it was the perfect space for our celebration! The room comfortably accommodated our group of 40-65 guests, and we truly appreciated the flexibility to bring our own snacks. Having access to the microphone and sound system was a great bonus. A special shout-out to Courtney and Josh, our bar service hospitality team—they were super friendly, approachable, and attentive, checking in throughout the event to ensure everything was just right. Thank you for the fantastic experience! Keep up the great work—we will definitely be back!“

“Torzala is fantastic! A lovely family run brewery with some top notch beers. Seriously, we have not had a bad beer here. The bartenders are great and the atmosphere is fun.“

“Went on a slower Tuesday night, service was easy and friendly, & they had a variety of draft beer, wine, and thc drinks. Food was awesome, came out quickly, and there was plenty to go around.

Rye IPA was my favorite. Overall 10/10 first visit“

“We love Urban Harvest Brewing due to the family atmosphere as members of the mug club and all the events that involve the club and the general public (i.e. block parties and fundraisers). I absolutely love how owner Steve supports his community and organizations like the Wisconsin Humane Society and his patrons. Also as a retired Infection Control Practitioner, I am SO impressed with the cleanliness of the facility and especially how UHBC operated during COVID-19 pandemic ... nice job!“

“Great place to bring your dogs.“

“Super cool / nice place. Great beer selection on tap, plus guest beers and some wine options. You can get a pitcher to share too!
Games inside, very open area.
Def recommend if you’re in the area. Try the Pilsner, very well made.“

“This was our second visit to the brewery while visiting Milwaukee. Place is super huge, can be noisy and crowded on weekends, parking is also a hassle since it’s street parking. It’s a self seating arrangement so can be a bit difficult to find a spot during weekends. There are 2 stations 1 to order food and another for drinks. They have a good variety of beers alcoholic and non-alcoholic. Price is decent for the beer, food is expensive. We tried cheese curds and it was delicious. They have patio seating as well but we didn’t try it since it was a cold day when we visited.“

“Some of the best tasting beer in the city, but that's only part of the experience... the bar tenders are all excellent folx with a solid knowledge of the beer on tap. The brew master, John, is a true master of his craft and always producing top knotch beers for pretty much every pallet.“

“I’ve had third space beer several times, but this was the first time in the brewery. Staff was very friendly and had helpful suggestions. It was a great fall September evening to sit out on the patio and enjoy a craft beer. I had the Oktoberfest and the board shorts IPA. Third space always has a good selection of IPAs and pale ales.“

“This place has good vibes from the moment you walk in. The beer is spectacular and the food is crazy good. We happened upon this spot coming from the airport on our way out of town and it blew all of us away. It’s the kinda hidden gem that we all need in our lives.“

“Loved trying a flight! Awesome atmosphere.“

“Great place! Great atmosphere, staff, & beer selection! Highly recommend!“

“Arrived at 7:30am for a noon appointment. From start to finish they were incredible. Security took my information and got me on a door immediately. Plenty of room for backing. As soon as I hit the dock and applied my brakes, the red light came on. Checked in with loader and he started right away. It’s now 8:00am and they’re finishing up. I have nothing but great things to say about this pickup.Also, they have very clean and comfortable restrooms available to drivers. Amazing pickup.“

“Great beverages, vegan menu, fun events and FABULOUS staff!“

“This was a great place to hangout at before heading over to Miller Park for a concert. We got to avoid a lot of traffic by stopping here first and then heading into the stadium from the backside of the neighborhood. .. At the time there were a lot of guest taps here at City Lights, so I didn’t get a chance to try any of their beers but the establishment was a really cool place to visit. We will definitely be back once they are back on-line & making beer again.“

“Great beer and food, and Brandon was an entertaining and informative tour guide!“

“Our family stopped in for drinks and apps. Our first visit and we were impressed. Excellent list of beers and a decent cocktail menu. We all had one or two that we really enjoyed. We had the fried cheese curds that were very good. Lots of merchandise and to go beers. Check it out.“

“Came here for dinner and was treated to a Friday fish fry. If you like a thicker breaded fish fry this is the spot. My partner got the chili with all the toppings and gave it a 4.4 out of 5. Our friend had a spicy chicken sandwich and had nothing but good things to say. They offer a wide range of beers/flights to appease whatever your taste buds desire.“

“Different restaurant experience compared to Water Street Brewery but food was great! Self seating and self ordering worked great. Super fast service and friendly staff! 👍“

“Great atmosphere and amazing friendly staff. Owner Ben makes sure you have a great experience!“

“Very solid cheese curds and a nice rotating tap with some solid old reliable beers. Great location and space, if it is a little new. But I love the style and the format of the restaurant. Sitting at tables and ordering via phone and qr codes. Speedy service with a smile.“

“Phenomenal food, incredible beer and a warm, comfy environment … A great bustling patio, too! We always have a great experience!“

“Went to the Barrel yard for the first time today and had a great experience! Andrew was an amazing server and made some fantastic recommendations. My friend and I split the turkey sandwich and Northwoods salad. Both were delicious, but especially the turkey sandwich.“