Milwaukee · Milwaukee County, WI

Nightlife in Milwaukee

Scout analyzed 118 Milwaukee places and surfaced the ones that actually fit nightlife.

Places analyzed

118

Matches

Typical spend

$60

Typical visit

1.5 hr

Best neighborhoods for nightlife

Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.

Bay View

2 matching spots

Walker's Point

2 matching spots

Juneau Town

2 matching spots

Historic Third Ward

2 matching spots

Town of Lake

1 matching spots

Avenues West

1 matching spots

Scout-verified spots

Bay View

At Random

At Random is ideal for a low-key date night or girls' night out, specializing in unique ice cream drinks and cocktails in a dimly lit, cozy setting. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $20-40 per person.

CocktailsFoodRelaxed

$20–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Town of Lake

Hawthorne Coffee Roasters

Hawthorne Coffee Roasters is suitable for a casual coffee stop or a relaxed work session. Expect to spend about an hour and $5-$15 per person for coffee or light fare.

FoodCocktailsShopping

$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking

Walker's Point

Caroline's

Caroline's is an intimate spot for live jazz and blues, best for an evening date or a solo outing. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $30-70 per person on drinks and cover if applicable.

CocktailsLive musicRelaxed

$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Avenues West

The Rave / Eagles Club

This historic venue is ideal for an evening out to see a band, with ticket prices varying widely. Plan for a 3-hour visit and expect to spend $50-$150 per person including drinks.

CocktailsLive musicHistory

$50–$150 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Upper East Side

The Miramar Theatre

The Miramar Theatre is good for an evening out to see a live band, often pairing well with dinner beforehand. Expect to spend 3-4 hours and $25-$75 per person depending on ticket prices and drinks.

CocktailsLive musicRelaxed

$25–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Bay View

Cactus Club

Cactus Club is a relaxed bar and intimate music venue for an evening out, often for a show. Expect to spend $10-35 per person for a drink or two and potentially a cover charge, lasting 2-3 hours.

CocktailsLive musicRelaxed

$10–$35 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Lower East Side

Shank Hall

Shank Hall is a classic small rock club good for catching diverse musical acts. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and around $30-75 per person, including tickets and drinks. It pairs well with a casual dinner beforehand.

CocktailsLive musicSocial

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Westown

Pilot Project Brewing - Milwaukee

Pilot Project Brewing is a good spot for a casual meal and drinks, suitable for social gatherings or a relaxed date. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $20-$50 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Juneau Town

Central Standard Crafthouse & Kitchen & Craft Distillery

Central Standard is suitable for an evening out, combining drinks and dinner. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $35-75 per person for food and cocktails.

FoodCocktailsShopping

$35–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Harbor View

Boone & Crockett

Boone & Crockett is a stylish cocktail bar good for an evening drink, often paired with dinner nearby or as a standalone outing. Expect to spend $25-50 per person for an hour and a half visit.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors

$25–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Nightlife

People’s Park

People's Park is a gastropub suitable for a casual meal or drinks with friends, especially on the rooftop deck. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $25-$60 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors

$25–$60 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Historic Third Ward

The Wicked Hop

The Wicked Hop is a solid choice for a casual meal and drinks with friends, especially if you're looking for live music in the evening. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and around $20-40 per person for food and a few drinks.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$20–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Juneau Town

Blu

Blu is suitable for an upscale evening out, often as a pre-dinner cocktail spot or for a relaxed drink after an event. Expect to spend $30-$75 per person for drinks over 1.5 hours.

CocktailsLive musicViews

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Nightlife

Camp Bar | Tosa

Camp Bar Tosa is a casual bar for an evening drink or a casual dinner, fitting well after a local outing or before heading elsewhere. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $20-50 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Historic Third Ward

The Outsider

The Outsider is a swanky rooftop bar in Milwaukee, ideal for cocktails and light bites as a pre-dinner stop or a nightcap. Expect to spend $30-75 per person and stay for 1.5-2 hours, especially on weekends.

CocktailsFoodViews

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Walker's Point

The Yard

The Yard is a good spot for a casual evening meal or drinks with friends, perhaps before or after another activity nearby. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $25-50 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$25–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking