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choose a bottomless Bloody Mary or bottomless Beermosa! Ends at 2pm
House blend cheese, red sauce, three over-easy eggs and two toppings of your choice. Additional toppings available at extra charge
Pan seared sea bass coated with a miso-sake sauce. Served atop an Asian vegetable medley
Belgian style waffle smothered with gluten-free fried chicken and a zippy tri-berry sauce
A full pound of fresh jumbo wings brined, fried dark crispy, then tossed in sauce. Served with carrots celery with your choice of bleu cheese or ranch. The best wings in Milwaukee! Prove us wrong. Pick up to two for your order: Dry Rub, Garlic Parmesan, Doc Rae BeerBQ, Sweet Thai Chili, Mango Jerk, Extra-Medium Buffalo, Honey Sriracha, Phoenix. Hint: Add an order of Truffle Fries to make it a meal for two!
A generous portion of house-breaded white meat chicken tossed with your choice of sauce. Served with carrots celery and your choice of bleu cheese or ranch dressing. Pick up to two for your order: Dry Rub, Garlic Parmesan, Doc Rae BeerBQ, Sweet Thai Chili, Mango Jerk, Extra-Medium Buffalo, Honey Sriracha, Phoenix
Fried sprouts tossed with thick cut bacon and balsamic vinegar glaze
Fried fresh and still crackling! These pork rinds are fried to order, then tossed with Tajin seasoning and served with a fresh lime wedge and Valentina hot sauce on the side
Pepper Jack cheese and Buffalo sauce fried in hand rolled wonton shells. Three rolls served with a side of ranch
A pint glass stuffed with sweet candied bacon that has been crisped with a mixture of house beer and brown sugar
Doc Rae Scotch Ale, our blend of cheeses, roasted red peppers, and toasted baguette slices
House-made roasted red pepper hummus; kalamata olive tapenade; served with hearth bread
Zesty breaded and fried cauliflower bites served with carrots, celery, topped with queso fresco and microgreens and a side of ranch for dipping
Crispy fries tossed with coarse sea salt, white truffle oil, and Parmesan cheese; served with lemon-caper aïoli
A full size pizza crust brushed with garlic oil and topped with house blend cheese and shredded cheddar then baked in our Woodstone oven. Served with ranch and marinara dipping sauces
A heaping pile of proper Wisconsin-style beer battered curds fried and served with a side of ranch dipping sauce
Tender house-made corned beef layered with Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and thousand island dressing hand-rolled in wonton shells and fried. Three rolls served with a side of Thousand Island dressing
Our signature bacon wrapped meatloaf chunked, then buttermilk fried. Served with horsey sauce and tangy Doc Rae BeerBQ on the side. Hint: It's a full half pound so add a side and make it a meal!
A bad to the bone start to any meal. A one-pound Milwaukee Pretzel Co. pretzel, brushed with garlic oil, and finished in the hearth; served with house-made Düsseldorf mustard dip and creamy beer cheese
Creamy yet sharp from copious amounts of Wisconsin cheddar, infused with Cream City Crusher Golden Ale and grain mustard, topped with house made pretzel croutons
Ask your server what's cooking
Onions braised in our house porter, then steeped in a rich beef broth; topped with toasted croutons covered in melted Alpine Swiss cheese
A blackened and sliced chicken breast served over hearts of romaine tossed in house Caesar dressing with grape tomatoes, kalamata olives, pretzel croûtons and shaved Parmesan
Grilled chicken breast over a bed of baby spinach with raspberry, blackberry, strawberry, cashew, and feta cheese; dressed with champagne vinaigrette
Blackened Angus steak, crisp bacon, hearts of romaine, grape tomato, bleu cheese crumbles, pretzel croûtons, and diced pear; chopped and tossed with bleu cheese dressing
Pesto smeared salmon fillet over a bed of romaine hearts, with Roma tomatoes, walnuts, and fresh mozzarella drizzled with balsamic orange vinaigrette
If you're looking for Much more pizza, order a Family Size. It's more than twice the pizza! Some pizzas may be made gluten free. And we can make a gluten free dairy free pizza with dairy free cheese!
Our Most popular pizza with red sauce, house cheese blend, Italian sausage, roasted red pepper, red onion, pepperoni and lightly topped with red pepper flakes
Available as a Flatbread. Our take on the classic Margherita pizza. San Marzano tomato red sauce, fresh mozzarella, chiffonade basil and finished with a drizzle of olive oil
Red sauce, house cheese blend, pepperoni, sausage, ham, ground beef, mushrooms, pickled red onion, basil, poblano pepper
Available as a Flatbread. Herb Alfredo sauce, house cheese blend, feta cheese, red onion, roasted mushroom blend, roasted red peppers
Available as a Flatbread. Extra medium buffalo sauce, shredded white meat chicken, pickled red onions, house cheese blend, bleu cheese; finished with a drizzle of ranch
Available as a Flatbread. Basil pesto, fresh mozzarella, shredded parmesan, Roma tomato, gulf shrimp (Another house favorite!)
Brew Your Own! Inside this turn-over style pizza you'll find creamy ricotta and house cheese blend. Red sauce on the side. Add your toppings per the list below. The best around
Brew Your Own! Red sauce and house cheese blend; ready for your personal touch
Brew Your Own! Thin, crispy, and light doesn't mean flavorless; starts with your choice of feta cheese, house blend cheese, or fresh mozzarella, then add your toppings
We have two types of gluten free crust! Both are thin and crispy can have dairy free cheese. Add your toppings per the list below
Raw / Grilled / Pickled
Angus Beef 1/2 Pound. Topped with your choice of cheese: Alpine Swiss, cheddar, provolone, pepper jack, Brick Cheese or American. Served on a pretzel burger bun. Just your basic burger! Juciy and delish!
Angus Beef 1/2 Pound. Fajita seasoned beef patty, pepperjack, cheddar, shredded lettuce and pico de gallo pressed and grilled between two tortilla shells. Served with a side of sour cream
Angus Beef 1/2 Pound. Your burger will come topped with fries, crisp bacon, American cheese, and tangy Doc Rae BeerBQ sauce. All piled high on a fresh brioche bun
Lean Bison 1/2 Pound. A thick and juicy 1/2 lb. Bison patty topped with melted Widmer's Brick cheese, porter braised onions, mushroom blend, and sun-dried tomato aïoli on a brioche bun
Angus Beef 1/2 Pound. A burger patty topped with bacon, cheddar, provolone, Livingstone's Porter caramelized onions then wrapped in pizza dough and baked
All the meats Over 1 Pound. All the meats wrapped in pizza dough then baked just like the BOMB, only bigger! (Try it! You know you want to)
Lean Bison 1/2 Pound. A blackened 1/2 lb. Bison patty topped with crisp bacon, cheddar cheese, fried egg, and pickled red onions; served on a pretzel burger bun. Two hands and extra napkins required
Turkey 1/3 Pound. Seared turkey patty topped with house made basil pesto, melted Provolone cheese, and roasted red peppers served on a brioche burger bun
Grilled Chicken 6 oz. A grilled breast of chicken on a brioche bun with your choice of preparation; either Buffalo-style, BeerBQ, or naked. Served with your choice of cheese
Black Bean 6 oz. Pepper jack, grilled red onion rings, and avocado; served on a brioche bun. We make this patty from scratch in-house and it's the best around! (Not vegetarian due to egg)
Raw / Grilled / Pickled
House-made corned beef sliced thick and piled high on grilled marble rye bread with sauerkraut, thousand island dressing, and melted Swiss. This is one of the best reubens around!
Sourdough bread grilled with a crispy Parmesan cheese crust, filled with cheddar and provolone cheese, thick cut bacon, and tomato
It's just like a BLT, only much better! Grilled sourdough bread piled high with crisp bacon, lettuce, fresh tomato, sliced avocado, and mayo
Cuban roll with mustard, Swiss cheese, pulled pork, ham, pickles. Pressed and grilled
A chilled sandwich made with fresh mozzarella, Roma tomatoes and fresh basil chiffonade on a soft French style bun; finished with balsamic glaze, extra virgin olive oil, coarse salt, and black pepper
Weekdays 11am to 2pm: Split a Sandwich and Get Two
Three corn tortillas filled with carnitas style pork topped with fresh mango pico de gallo, shaved lettuce and queso fresco; served with fire roasted tomato salsa and cilantro rice
Cavatappi pasta tossed with roasted mushrooms, baby spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes, in a creamy herb Alfredo sauce. Sub house cheese sauce to make it a mac-n-cheese!
A ten ounce Angus sirloin seared in cast iron, sliced and served with seasonal veggies and a Märzen reduction. Comes with a side of fries
An American classic with a unique spin. A light, Belgian-style waffle buried beneath a buttermilk fried boneless chicken breast, served with Maple Syrup and your choice of hot sauce
Ground beef, pork, and veal meatloaf wrapped in bacon and glazed with Doc Rae BeerBQ all topped with fried onion shreds served over cheddar mashed potatoes with seasonal vegetables and a side of house-made horsey sauce
Tender baby back ribs glazed with tangy whiskey sauce, and served with apple slaw and a crock of mac-n-cheese
A six ounce salmon fillet pan seared and topped with a honey glaze made with our Three Saints Bay Imperial Stout. Served with sautéed seasonal veggies over cilantro rice
Atlantic cod beer battered and fried crispy golden brown; served with fries, creamy coleslaw, and traditional house-made tartar sauce
Fresh Perch from sustainable Great Lakes' fisheries. Lightly breaded, fried and served with house-made tartar sauce, creamy coleslaw, rye bread and your choice of fries or potato pancakes
Baked Atlantic cod topped with veggies then finished with butter. Served with your choice of fries or potato pancakes. Add tartar sauce and creamy coleslaw upon request
Canadian walleye, oven broiled and served with butter sauce, steamed cilantro rice, and seasonal vegetable
white meat chicken fried and served with fries, veggie sticks and ranch dressing
Can be made gluten free upon request. Red sauce, cheese, and choice of one free topping
Sourdough bread grilled with American cheese; served with fries, Wisconsin cheddar mashed red potatoes or beer chips
cavatappi noodles tossed in cheese sauce
Can be made gluten free upon request. 1/4lb beef burger with choice of cheese, lettuce, and tomato on a brioche bun; served with fries, Wisconsin cheddar mashed red potatoes, or kettle chips
Chocolate toffee cookie baked in the hearth then topped with a scoop of French vanilla ice cream, and drizzled with salted caramel
Spiced bread pudding topped with toasted pecan crumble and bourbon glaze. Served warm with a scoop of ice cream
A generous scoop of vanilla ice cream dropped into your choice of our house stout or root beer
Fudgy brownie baked in the hearth then topped with a scoop of French vanilla ice cream, and drizzled with salted caramel
Ask your server what our Chef has put together for you
Buy the kitchen a pint of house beer
Creamy, sweet, spicy, and delicious all in one no-alcohol package. We make this in house. Look for an alcoholic treat? Add vanilla vodka!
Summer Slammer! Grapefruit Radler, a refreshing patio pounder to sip on a warm summer day! Grapefruit soda blended with a light lager base for a tasty summer treat!
The ultimate lawnmower beer! Before beer, Milwaukee was famous for its cream colored brick and became known as Cream City. So before Pabst, Schlitz, and Miller, Milwaukee was famous for brick. So in an ode to our home, we introduce a crushable golden ale available in cans only. Crush one today!
Quintessential of Spring in Belgium contained in a beer! A bit dry, spicy, and endlessly effervescent. Made with two strains of Belgian saison yeast for complex profile you have to taste to appreciate. Expect a little farmhouse funk on the nose and a light effervescent body
Reminiscent of a brisk spring morning on the Tatra Mountains in early March, this Lager is as refreshing on the palette as morning dew. Crafted with the finest ingredients, this beer presents itself with clarity and a light golden hue. Balanced malt flavor and a subtle hop aroma round out this Pale Lager that is sure to please
An American brown ale chock full of roasted pecans, Vietnamese Cinnamon, vanilla, and a touch of molasses that captures the essence of ballpark nuts in a pint instead of a paper cone. A portion of all sales will be donated to the Movember Foundation
The orange dreamsicle version of our Cabot's Cream Ale. Natural orange zest and vanilla give this beer a flavor reminiscent of a hot summer afternoon enjoying the most decadent Popsicle ever made!
A light-hopped version of the world's favorite beer style. Who would have thought that a hitchhiking yeast from Patagonia would create the world's most widely consumed beer?
South German-style wheat beer produced with German grains, hops, and Weinstephan yeast. Expect a light-bodied beer with a hazy or cloudy appearance due to suspended yeast and wheat protein
Sweet meets wheat, then gets a bit tart. This wheat beer is infused with pink guava and lactose for a semi sweet, semi tart beer experience like none other. The perfect pairing to spicy food!
Our Berliner Weisse base layered up with lactose, vanilla, toasted almonds, and late season Michigan blueberries make for a brew that straddles the line between easy drinking and decadent
Rye added to a beer adds a pleasant spiciness to the malty body of this sessionable American Pale Ale. Easy drinking, spicy, and bit bit bitter on the finish, this is the perfect end of day beer when you're settling into the weekend. The name is a nod to the Hop streetcar that passes by Explorium Third Ward every 15 minutes. So jump on the Hop and head to the stop at West Saint Paul and Plankinton, then take the few steps to our front door in the Third Ward
Our perennial favorite APA. Huge bright hoppy nose, light in body, and crisp finish
Sauce! Our Lost In the Sauce now available all year! Big, juicy, and all the haze you crave. Now you can get lost every day! #LITS
The definitive Peanut Butter and Jelly tart of our generation!
Tang was the ubiquitous drink of Astronauts racing into the void. Despite its association with heroes, it earned a bad reputation, with even Col. Buzz Aldrin stating, "Tang sucks." How do we salvage this divisive piece of American history? By doing what we do: add beer. This hazy IPA is loaded with enough lactose, vanilla, and orange powder to get you to the moon and back
Brewed in honor of the volunteers and friends who helped us make the most of the shut down last Spring. Drive-Thru Dubbel is a Medium bodied Trappist style Ale that has notes of plums, dates and other dark fruits. Brewed with maple syrup from the Northwoods and in collaboration with our co-hosts from the Beer Drive-Thru, the Explorium Brewpub and Faklandia Brewing, this is a true Wisconsin original and rare release
The most recent iteration of our Lost In the Sauce VX series. This is the first version to feature a new cultivar from our neighborhood. Developed in Michigan, the Mackinac hops provide sweet citrus, tropical papaya, and just a hint of spice
The seasonal cousin of our Silver Medal winning Marzen Stlye lager. Available on draft and in cans 8/1 - 10/15 each year. Prost!
The word Milwaukee roughly translates to "The Good Land." Well, in the fall it's The GOURD Land! This American Brown Ale is spiced with all the goodness of pumpkin pie for a tasty fall treat in a glass
This hoppy IPA is bittered by generous portions of Magnum and Mosaic hops, finished with Equinox in the kettle and dry-hopped with Mosaic. All that hoppiness is balanced by a generous malt backbone
When winter sets in up north, nothing brings back summertime than the smell and taste of fresh coconut. This rich and roasty Imperial Porter is infused with natural coconut for a treat that's sure to bring back warm summertime memories
Sir David Livingstone needed a porter for his many adventures. This roasty, full-bodied Imperial Porter is brewed with easy quaffing in mind
An Imperial version of our Cream City Crusher. An imperial session ale, yeah, that's a thing now... Well, we have to be honest with you. This beer started as a bit of a joke. Cream City Crusher is a very sessionable, 4.5% Golden Ale. One of our house favorites. So one day.... we thought it would be cute to put out an "Imperial" version, or double strength version, of our favorite session beer. It was a hit
Named for the Scottish explorer, this ale is deep amber in color, with roast caramel character, and a warming alcohol presence. This big, charismatic Scotch Ale will cure what ails you
Chuck Norris vs. Lebowski. This is a big, meaty double IPA that will create a battle in your mouth of intense hops, strong honey and citrus flavor
The best flavor combination from the islands is macadamia nut and coconut! We put them together, lightly toasted them and added them to this big dark stout
Summer Slammer! Grapefruit Radler, a refreshing patio pounder to sip on a warm summer day! Grapefruit soda blended with a light lager base for a tasty summer treat!
The ultimate lawnmower beer! Before beer, Milwaukee was famous for its cream colored brick and became known as Cream City. So before Pabst, Schlitz, and Miller, Milwaukee was famous for brick. So in an ode to our home, we introduce a crushable golden ale available in cans only. Crush one today!
Reminiscent of a brisk spring morning on the Tatra Mountains in early March, this Lager is as refreshing on the palette as morning dew. Crafted with the finest ingredients, this beer presents itself with clarity and a light golden hue. Balanced malt flavor and a subtle hop aroma round out this Pale Lager that is sure to please
The orange dreamsicle version of our Cabot's Cream Ale. Natural orange zest and vanilla give this beer a flavor reminiscent of a hot summer afternoon enjoying the most decadent Popsicle ever made!
A light-hopped version of the world's favorite beer style. Who would have thought that a hitchhiking yeast from Patagonia would create the world's most widely consumed beer?
Our perennial favorite APA. Huge bright hoppy nose, light in body, and crisp finish
The seasonal cousin of our Silver Medal winning Marzen Stlye lager. Available on draft and in cans 8/1 - 10/15 each year. Prost!
The word Milwaukee roughly translates to "The Good Land." Well, in the fall it's The Gourd Land! This American Brown Ale is spiced with all the goodness of pumpkin pie for a tasty fall treat in a glass
When winter sets in up north, nothing brings back summertime than the smell and taste of fresh coconut. This rich and roasty Imperial Porter is infused with natural coconut for a treat that's sure to bring back warm summertime memories
This hoppy IPA is bittered by generous portions of Magnum and Mosaic hops, finished with Equinox in the kettle and dry-hopped with Mosaic. All that hoppiness is balanced by a generous malt backbone
Sir David Livingstone needed a porter for his many adventures. This roasty, full-bodied Imperial Porter is brewed with easy quaffing in mind
An Imperial version of our Cream City Crusher. An imperial session ale, yeah, that's a thing now... Well, we have to be honest with you. This beer started as a bit of a joke. Cream City Crusher is a very sessionable, 4.5% Golden Ale. One of our house favorites. So one day.... we thought it would be cute to put out an "Imperial" version, or double strength version, of our favorite session beer. It was a hit
Named for the Scottish explorer, this ale is deep amber in color, with roast caramel character, and a warming alcohol presence. This big, charismatic Scotch Ale will cure what ails you
Chuck Norris vs. Lebowski. This is a big, meaty double IPA that will create a battle in your mouth of intense hops, strong honey and citrus flavor
The best flavor combination from the islands is macadamia nut and coconut! We put them together, lightly toasted them and added them to this big dark stout
What the Russian royalty drink when the Vodka runs out! Full-bodied, intense alcohol, roast, chocolate, and coffee tones all balanced out by 75 IBUs of Cluster hops
Full bodied bloody mix with our house Wheatley vodka, all the fixin's and a chaser. Call vodka available upon request with a requisite upcharge
Elijah Craig Bourbon in our full bodied bloody mix. Garnished with candied bacon. Barrel aged bloody awesomeness!
TIKI real Spanish Sangria served over ice. Refreshing and delicious!
Dark rum mixed with flavors of mango, orange, and pineapple, then garnished with a cherry and orange wheel. Be careful, it's potent!
A wonderful marriage between a mule and mojito with bourbon! Mint, lime juice, Elijah Craig Bourbon, and ginger beer
A classic Cuban style mojito with Cruzan Rum over muddled mint leaves and lime, then topped with soda
A unique cocktail made with white wine, lime, Captain Morgan rum garnished with a rosemary sprig
100% agave Exotico Tequila with our house mix in a salt rimmed glass
Wheatley Vodka, lime and ginger beer for a refreshing combination!
Dancing Goat Maple Syrup muddled with Limousin Rye Whiskey, lemon juice and topped with ice
360 Lemon Vodka and Orange Liquor, in a sugar rimmed glass with a Lemon Twist
Godiva Chocolate Liqueur, Crème de Cacao, 360 Vanilla Vodka, served in a chocolate swirl glass
La Crosse Distillery High Rye Light Whiskey blended with simple syrup and bitters for a unique spirit forward twist on the classic Old Fashioned
Madison, WI's State Line Distillery Gin blended with simple syrup and bitters for a unique spirit forward twist on a Wisconsin favorite
Maker's Mark Bourbon blended with simple syrup and bitters for a unique spirit forward version of the classic Old Fashioned
Our seasonally rotating barrel aged house mix made with proprietors choice of Rye, Bourbon, or Brandy, unique spirits and bitters, then barrel aged to perfection. Served as a press or neat over a large cube
Elijah Craig Bourbon chilled with Luxardo Cherry Liqueur and house vermouth served chilled and neat
Our house blend Elijah Craig Bourbon Manhattan aged in a new American white oak barrel, chilled, then served neat
Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Carpano Antica Vermouth, Luxardo Cherry Liquor, chilled and served neat
Elijah Craig Bourbon with Luxardo Cherry Liqueur and house vermouth served on a big cube
A lifted nose showing refreshing herbal notes, snow pea, melon, and fresh guava. Light bodied and refreshing with typical Marlborough flavors of passion fruit, gooseberry, and grapefruit. A pleasing herbaceous thread leads to a long, lingering finish
This wine drinks slightly off dry, with generous orange blossom and citrus flavors that linger on the finish
California- "Layered and complex... leaps from the glass with aromas of blackberry cobbler, graham cracker, brown sugar, milk chocolate, coffee and smoke. A palate of blueberry pie, prailine, sweet vanilla custard, caramel and mocha is framed by soft, chewy tannins"
This wine is bursting with aromas of ripe black cherry, dark chocolate, and vanilla. The palate is lush with ripe tannins and and integrated acidity, showcasing toasted hazelnuts, toffee, and blackberry preserves on the finish
This balanced and food-friendly Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon is proudly made in part from our Concannon Clones. Enjoy rich aromas and luscious flavors of intense red cherry, ripe plum and black currant intermingling with hints of cocoa, vanilla and spice
The aromas of this wine are of ripe black cherry with some leather and earth notes in the backdrop. The ripe cherry is sappy and rich on the palate and the wine finishes with an elegant silky texture best described as supple and combines well with the strawberry, raspberry coulis and a suggestion of spicy clove and cinnamon
Elijah Craig, Longbranch, 1792, Larceny
Maestro Doebel Silver, Respasado, Diamonte, Añejo)
Elijah Craig, 1792, Buffalo Trace Beer Sample plus an Explorium cigar
Longbranch, Rare Breed, KY Spirit, Masters Keep Decades
Eagle Rare, Buffalo Trace, Col. E.H. Taylor Sm Blanton's
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