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Dive Bars in Milwaukee, WI

39 of the 330 bars we list in Milwaukee have a dive-bar feel.

A dive bar is an unpretentious neighborhood bar, usually with simple decor, low-key service and a loyal local crowd. People look for one when they want an easygoing night out. Every bar here has dive in its name or business category.

  1. The Gig

    1132 E Wright St, Milwaukee, WI 53212

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  2. Historic Koz's Mini Bowl

    2078 S 7th St, Milwaukee, WI 53204

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  3. Monica's on Astor

    1228 N Astor St, Milwaukee, WI 53202

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  4. Bremen Cafe

    901 E Clarke St, Milwaukee, WI 53212

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  5. Club Brady

    1339 E Brady St, Milwaukee, WI 53202

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  6. Fairview Tap

    6712 W Fairview Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53213

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  7. Riverwest Tavern

    900 E Auer Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53212

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  8. Scaffidi's Hideout

    1837 N Humboldt Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202-1663

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  9. The Stone

    2422 S Howell Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53207

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  10. Uptowner

    1032 E Center St, Milwaukee, WI 53212

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  11. Veggas Pub

    2479 N Fratney St, Milwaukee, WI 53212

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  12. Wallys Pub

    5525 W Lisbon Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53210

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  13. Wolski's Tavern

    1836 N Pulaski St, Milwaukee, WI 53202

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  14. Baby Boomers

    182 E Lincoln Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53207

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  15. My Office

    763 N Milwaukee St, Milwaukee, WI 53202

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  16. Axel's Inn

    2859 N Oakland Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53211

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  17. Kam's Corner Tap

    8340 W Lisbon Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53222

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  18. Laveers

    5105 W Cold Spring Rd, Milwaukee, WI 53220

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  19. Squirrel Cage

    2402 N Dousman St, Milwaukee, WI 53212

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  20. Toni's Moody Blues

    2813 S Howell Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53207

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  21. Y-Not II Tavern

    706 E Lyon St, Milwaukee, WI 53202

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  22. Stingers

    9524 W Greenfield Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53214

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  23. Sugar Cane Tavern

    6710 W Forest Home Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53220

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  24. Regano's Roman Coin

    1004 E Brady St, Milwaukee, WI 53202

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  25. Shari's Still

    1834 S 23rd St, Milwaukee, WI 53204

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  26. Hosed On Brady

    1689 N Franklin Pl, Milwaukee, WI 53202

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  27. Elwood's Liquor & Tap

    1111 N Water St, Milwaukee, WI 53202

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  28. High Dive

    701 E Center St, Milwaukee, WI 53212

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  29. Jimmy B's Trail's End

    7216 W Lincoln Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53219-1819

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  30. Thurmans 15

    1731 N Arlington Pl, Milwaukee, WI 53202

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  31. Sollazo's Club

    703 W Layton Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53221

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  32. Tomato Patch

    5173 N 35th St, Milwaukee, WI 53209

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  33. The Bubbler

    3158 S Howell Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53207

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  34. Buckshots Bar

    3219 South 13th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53215

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  35. Brett's Farmhouse

    7424 N 60th St, Milwaukee, WI 53223-4603

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  36. Nick's House

    1854 E Kenilworth Pl, Milwaukee, WI 53202

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  37. Bottoms Up

    5105 W Cold Spring Rd, Milwaukee, WI 53220-3215

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  38. Silver Spur

    3700 W National Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53215-1008

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  39. Backdraught Tavern & Rescue

    3631 S Clement Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53207

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Good to know

What makes a bar a dive bar?

There is no strict rule, but dive bars are generally casual, worn-in and local, with a simple drink list. The label is often a compliment from regulars.

Are dive bars 21+?

Bars that serve alcohol generally require guests to be 21 or older, but policies vary by venue, so check the bar's age policy.