I LOVE THIS PLACE SO MUCH. I can not stop thinking about the chicken karaage. The view is great. Perfect for getting together with the ladies or date night. Kid friendly is a plus. My daughter loves the french fries and the setting. Drinks are perfect. Service is outstanding.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jordan L
Be careful, they over charge and are scamming $25 per drink and the Manager “Lea” could not resolve. Will not go back. They also didn’t offer an itemized bill which shows a lot. Bad
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Anmol Sharma
Old Fashioned is 10/10
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
Jon Birlem
Solid place to meet up at, share some drinks, and relax.
This is the perfect place to come to have a few drinks. It's very cozy & has a lot of room for multiple parties. The service was good as well! The only negative I could say is the drinks are overpriced but it's a rooftop bar in downtown MKE so you expect that! I would go again!
Denine Hammond
Nestled atop the cityscape, this rooftop bar restaurant is a symphony of sophistication. The panoramic views rival the chic atmosphere. I can’t say that I’ve ever eaten here but the mixologists craft cocktails with precision, adding a touch of glamour to the evening. Service can be a bit lagging but you can just go to the bar to grab drinks if it’s taking too long. Overall very nice spot for a date or a night out with friends!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Marissa P.
My group had a fantastic evening filled with laughter and GREAT food at The Outsider. Our ongoing joke about needing to order the rock shrimp added to our fun. The shishito peppers with spicy vegan aioli and sweet tamari reduction was an exceptional starter. The seasonal menu showcased carefully crafted worldly flavors. My drink, the Honey Cat, featuring Tom Cat Barr Hill gin, grapefruit, lemon, honey, and chai liqueur, was a surprising delight. Who knew chai and grapefruit would pair so well? The attention to detail in the drinks mirrored the overall quality of the experience. The cozy ambiance, complete with fireplaces, made the rooftop setting perfect for a night out with good friends. Our server was also great and outgoing. I loved her shoes!! I can't wait to return. This place is so cosmopolitan.
Trent Nutter
Great place and nice atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Chef Chocolatee
We came in and the host wasn’t present to sit us!!! We then were told by the bartender to just sit where ever we would like, so we went to choose a seat. We sat 20 mins not one person came to even offer us a drink. It wasn’t the weekend so they weren’t extremely busy. We then tried to get someone’s attention but each person walked past us and didn’t acknowledge us!!! This was by far the worst I have ever been treated!!!!!! Besides how beautiful it is I wish I could’ve given it -0 starsThis was my Valentine’s Day gift from him and it was definitely ruined!!!!I will never be back and I will leave reviews on all websites!!!!Thank you
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 1
Kate G.
One of the best roof top bars Milwaukee has to offer! It's especially nice in the summer. The outdoor area has plenty of seating and fires to keep warm during the cooler evenings. It's a classy place but not too fancy to stop by for a casual drink. Their frosé in the summer is the best! The espresso martinis are great as well! The bartenders are all very nice.
Great rooftop bar, drinks are pricey, but you're paying for the view as much as you are the cocktails. Seating can be tough on busy nights, but overall a good spot for a special occasion if you can plan ahead. There's nowhere else in the third ward where you can get the same view.
Priya
Amazing service. Cocktails are delicious. Vibe is exactly what a mid 30s young couple would want. Chia and Juan know their way behind the bar- drinks were perfection. 10/10 experience, but the service is next level.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Charles Potter
Chia is honestly the best bartender I’ve ever had! She was very sweet and got me my drinks very quick! If you visit the outsider and Chia is working you’re going to be in great hands!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Scott Christensen
Drinks are a bit pricey, but you're paying for the atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Steve K.
Wonderful lounge with comfy sofa's, cushion's blankets throughout and around fire pits. There are planters with modern birch tree arrangements sheared at the top. The roll up garage doors when opened in the summer I can imagine makes for wonderful outdoor seating overlooking the city. Staff is very friendly, especially host and Kevin our server. Very attentive, personable and timely. Though my wife only ordered the fried rice cakes, she said they were amazing and will definitely have them again on our next visit. Definitely worth a look, have some drinks and wonderful food. Highly recommend!!!!!!
I LOVE THIS PLACE SO MUCH. I can not stop thinking about the chicken karaage. The view is great. Perfect for getting together with the ladies or date night. Kid friendly is a plus. My daughter loves the french fries and the setting. Drinks are perfect. Service is outstanding.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Be careful, they over charge and are scamming $25 per drink and the Manager “Lea” could not resolve. Will not go back. They also didn’t offer an itemized bill which shows a lot. Bad
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Old Fashioned is 10/10
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
Solid place to meet up at, share some drinks, and relax.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Potato Nachos, Chicken Tenders
This is the perfect place to come to have a few drinks. It's very cozy & has a lot of room for multiple parties. The service was good as well! The only negative I could say is the drinks are overpriced but it's a rooftop bar in downtown MKE so you expect that! I would go again!
Nestled atop the cityscape, this rooftop bar restaurant is a symphony of sophistication. The panoramic views rival the chic atmosphere. I can’t say that I’ve ever eaten here but the mixologists craft cocktails with precision, adding a touch of glamour to the evening. Service can be a bit lagging but you can just go to the bar to grab drinks if it’s taking too long. Overall very nice spot for a date or a night out with friends!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
My group had a fantastic evening filled with laughter and GREAT food at The Outsider. Our ongoing joke about needing to order the rock shrimp added to our fun. The shishito peppers with spicy vegan aioli and sweet tamari reduction was an exceptional starter. The seasonal menu showcased carefully crafted worldly flavors. My drink, the Honey Cat, featuring Tom Cat Barr Hill gin, grapefruit, lemon, honey, and chai liqueur, was a surprising delight. Who knew chai and grapefruit would pair so well? The attention to detail in the drinks mirrored the overall quality of the experience. The cozy ambiance, complete with fireplaces, made the rooftop setting perfect for a night out with good friends. Our server was also great and outgoing. I loved her shoes!! I can't wait to return. This place is so cosmopolitan.
Great place and nice atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
We came in and the host wasn’t present to sit us!!! We then were told by the bartender to just sit where ever we would like, so we went to choose a seat. We sat 20 mins not one person came to even offer us a drink. It wasn’t the weekend so they weren’t extremely busy. We then tried to get someone’s attention but each person walked past us and didn’t acknowledge us!!! This was by far the worst I have ever been treated!!!!!! Besides how beautiful it is I wish I could’ve given it -0 starsThis was my Valentine’s Day gift from him and it was definitely ruined!!!!I will never be back and I will leave reviews on all websites!!!!Thank you
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 1
One of the best roof top bars Milwaukee has to offer! It's especially nice in the summer. The outdoor area has plenty of seating and fires to keep warm during the cooler evenings. It's a classy place but not too fancy to stop by for a casual drink. Their frosé in the summer is the best! The espresso martinis are great as well! The bartenders are all very nice.
Restaurantji Recommends
Great rooftop bar, drinks are pricey, but you're paying for the view as much as you are the cocktails. Seating can be tough on busy nights, but overall a good spot for a special occasion if you can plan ahead. There's nowhere else in the third ward where you can get the same view.
Amazing service. Cocktails are delicious. Vibe is exactly what a mid 30s young couple would want. Chia and Juan know their way behind the bar- drinks were perfection. 10/10 experience, but the service is next level.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Chia is honestly the best bartender I’ve ever had! She was very sweet and got me my drinks very quick! If you visit the outsider and Chia is working you’re going to be in great hands!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Drinks are a bit pricey, but you're paying for the atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Wonderful lounge with comfy sofa's, cushion's blankets throughout and around fire pits. There are planters with modern birch tree arrangements sheared at the top. The roll up garage doors when opened in the summer I can imagine makes for wonderful outdoor seating overlooking the city. Staff is very friendly, especially host and Kevin our server. Very attentive, personable and timely. Though my wife only ordered the fried rice cakes, she said they were amazing and will definitely have them again on our next visit. Definitely worth a look, have some drinks and wonderful food. Highly recommend!!!!!!