Published April 30, 2013
Cocktailing is a year-round sport in Milwaukee, but the peak season generally coincides with our all-too-brief flirtation with warm weather. We've enjoyed a pleasant spring, which has provided ample opportunity to visit some of the city's spots and check out a few new venues for al fresco drinking and fun.
Published Feb. 25, 2013
Before you get your hackles up, we're not suggesting tippling with the toddlers. Nor do we recommend that you let junior share your julep. But, Milwaukee's got a pretty ingrained tavern culture, and there are times and places when you might consider taking your kids to a bar, for a specific reason (other than drinking).
Published Feb. 1, 2013
It took time for the 4-year-old-tavern McKiernan's to find its legs, but recently, it underwent changes and introduced a new menu - including lunch options - and a Guinness Club. The bar and grill has a similar look and feel as Barnacle Bud's, which makes sense, considering it has the same chef and owner.
Published Oct. 13, 2012
A perennial favorite has once again emerged from its hiding place to claim the title of Best Hidden Gem.
Published Oct. 7, 2012
OnMilwaukee.com readers picked the best patio in town and it's not Barnacle Bud's. Even though Bud's has a fab patio, too.
Published May 19, 2012
Free cocktails, mussels and more make up this edition of OnMilwaukee.com Recommends. Read on and enjoy.
Published Feb. 19, 2012
Hidden away on one of the nation's most industrialized rivers sits a gem of a bar that has for years given Milwaukeeans a little taste of the Florida Keys. Barnacle Bud's is something special. We'll give you the address - 1955 S. Hilbert St. - but good luck finding it. Tucked away like no other bar in Milwaukee, it's a little easier to get to by boat.
Published Jan. 14, 2012
It's a tough call, but if it really were last call - forever - where would you go for your final drink? Members of the Social Circle served up responses that ranged from lounges to garage bars.
Published Oct. 16, 2011
Barnacle Bud's has again won the OnMilwaukee.com readers' choice for best hidden gem, but now the question remains: if it keeps winning, how hidden is it? Well, if you've never been to the Key West-esque bar and restaurant at 1955 S. Hilbert St., trust us: it's pretty hidden.
Published July 2, 2011
At heart, Jim Tillmann -- Jimmi T. to his fans -- is a consummate performer, formerly of Hat Trick, who's played numerous Milwaukee venues for decades, including Summerfest and the Wisconsin State Fair. But Tillmann gigs weekly at Barnacle Bud's.
Published May 24, 2011
Whenever I ask you a question - such as, "which fish fry should I try next?" - you always help me out, dear readers, and so I've come to trust you. And now, I come to ask your advice again.
Published March 25, 2011
Milwaukee bar and restaurant owner Gene McKiernan turns 70 this weekend, and he's celebrating at all of his popular locales.
Published Feb. 15, 2011
Most of Milwaukee's bar attention goes toward the popular Downtown and North Avenue entertainment districts but Barnacle Bud's, tucked away in an otherwise industrial corner of Milwaukee, is something special.
Published Feb. 15, 2011
With its regular live music performances, a collection of delicious micro-brews made on the spot, and a surprisingly warm and friendly atmosphere for its size, it's no surprise OnMilwaukee.com readers chose the Milwaukee Ale House, 233 N. Water St., as 2011's best bar in a restaurant.
Published Dec. 23, 2010
Victoria's on Potter, 1100 E. Potter Ave., in Bay View, opens with an sneak peek party today at 3 p.m.
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