Milwaukee's 3 best lounges (that won't break the bank)

Milwaukee's 3 best lounges (that won't break the bank)Stone Creek Coffee | Photo: Crystal G./Yelp
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Published on February 26, 2020

Looking to try the top lounges around?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable lounges in Milwaukee, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to venture next time you're on the hunt.

1. Jamo's

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Topping the list isĀ Jamo's, situated in the Lower East Side at 1800 N. Arlington Place. With 4.5 stars out of 24 reviews on Yelp, the dive bar is the highest-rated affordable lounge in Milwaukee.

Yelper Emily G. noted, "Great little neighborhood spot. Laid back, lots of regulars," and Yelper Bartleby F. wrote, "Great prices. Super friendly bartenders." The casual hole-in-the-wall is every day except Tuesday and Wednesday.

2. Franky's Newport Lounge

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Franky's Newport Lounge, located at 939 E. Conway St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the budget-friendly dive bar and lounge 4.5 stars out of 21 reviews.

Yelper Amber G. wrote, "Good town bar with plenty of TVs for sports times," and Yelper Jaimie B. wrote, "Amazing spot. Everyone was super friendly - especially the owner Frank." The full service bar serves beer, wine and cocktails, and the casual spot is dog-friendly.

3. This Is It

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This Is It, a lounge in Juneau Town, is another cheap go-to, with four stars out of 41 Yelp reviews.

"This Is It opened in 1968, and is proud to be the oldest continually operating gay bar in not only the city, but in all of Wisconsin," per the history section of the business's Yelp profile. The lounge hosts karaoke nights and other special events. Head over to 418 E. Wells St. to see for yourself, or check out the daily drink specials here.


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