The Explorium Brewpub

06/03/2026

☀️ First Wednesday of Summer = live music, patio vibes, and cocktails. 🎶🍹

Join us tonight at Explorium Third Ward as Andy Braun takes the stage from 5–7:30 PM with acoustic favorites from Johnny Cash, CCR, The Beatles, Tom Petty, Jimmy Buffett, Neil Young, and more.

🍽️ Plus, it’s one of the final TWO days of Downtown Dining Milwaukee, so don’t miss out on those specials!

🍉 Sip on our featured summer cocktail: the Jolly Rancher — watermelon vodka, blue curaçao, pineapple juice, and a splash of Sprite for the perfect tropical refreshment.

See you on the patio! 🎸☀️

06/01/2026

☀️🐾 Pups. Patio. Pints. It’s time to Unleash Summer. 🐾☀️

Join us on Saturday, June 6 as we kick off patio season and celebrate the launch of our brand-new Pup Club!

We’re bringing the summer vibes all day long with:

🍹 The return of frozen drinks (Frosé anyone?)
🍺 THEE best damn line-up of craft beer
🎯 New lawn games on the patio
🐶 Pup cups for our furry friends
🎸 Plus, enjoy live music from Alex Leffelman from 2:30–5:30 PM. With a crowd-pleasing mix of pop rock favorites spanning generations—from The Beatles to Taylor Swift, Garth Brooks to Green Day—Alex brings something for everyone.

Bring your dog, bring your friends, and help us Unleash Summer at Explorium Brewpub Wauwatosa.

05/29/2026

🌭🍻 Patio season is officially HERE! 🎶☀️

Join us tomorrow at The Explorium Brewpub Third Ward for our Patio Opening Party featuring everything summer is made of:

🌭 Build-your-own Hot Dog Platters
🍺 $5 Hot Dog Lager
🍹 Specialty punches
🎸 Live music from
☀️ Good vibes on Milwaukee’s best patio

Grab your crew, soak up the sunshine, and help us kick off patio season the right way. Music starts, beers are cold, and the dogs are loaded. 🌭🔥

📍 Explorium Brewpub Third Ward
📅 Tomorrow

05/29/2026

✨EXPLORIUM FOOD SPECIALS✨

May 27 - June 2

EXPLORIUM THIRD WARD

CARIBBEAN SHRIMP
Juicy shrimp tossed in bold Jamaican jerk seasoning, served with coconut rice, fresh pineapple pico and avocado for a balance of smoky spice and tropical sweetness. 18

🍺Pair with: Beach Bod NEIPA
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EXPLORIUM BREWPUB GREENDALE

CHIPOTLE CHICKEN TACOS
Tender, pulled chicken marinated in a rich, pureed adobo and smoky chipotle pepper sauce, served in warm corn tortillas and topped with fresh pico de gallo. Paired with a bowl of zesty Mexican street corn.

🍺Pair with: Copper Lager
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EXPLORIUM WAUWATOSA

SLIDERS
Three sliders on golden toasted brioche buns topped with cheddar cheese, sweet peppered bacon, caramelized onions, ketchup, and mustard. Served with a side of fried onions and fries. 17

🍺Pair with: Cream City Crusher

05/28/2026

Damn! That's Good Weather! Here is our weekly email... in social media form. Don't miss all the cool, fun stuff we're doing. Or just show up to daydrink with us.... :)

Events this week: Sat, May 30: Patio Kickoff Party w/Blue Rose Band — Third Ward | 2 - 5 PM Wed, June 3: Live Music Series | 1st & 3rd Wednesdays — Third Ward | 5 - 7:30 PM Coming soon: Thurs, June 4: Whiskey Club — Greendale | 7 - 8:30 PM Sat, June 6: Puppy Patio Party — Wauwatosa Sun, June...

05/26/2026

☀️ Patio season is officially HERE ☀️

Join us Saturday, May 30th for the Explorium Brewpub Third Ward Patio Opening Party 🍻🌭🎶

We’re celebrating all day with:
🎵 Live music from The Blue Rose Band | 2–5 PM
🍺 Hot Dog Lager specials
🌭 Hot Dog Plate Special — 2 loaded dogs + 2 sides

Choose your dogs:
🔥 Chicago Style
🍍 Hawaiian
🧀 Chili Mac
🥩 BBQ Brisket
🧀 Nacho
🌶️ Buffalo Huevos Rancheros

Plus sides like:
🥗 Cowboy Caviar
🥔 Potato Salad
🌽 Elote Cups
🍟 Loaded Fries

We’ll also be celebrating Downtown Dining Week + Shop, Sip & Savor.
, patio vibes, cold beer, and plenty of fun all day long 🍺☀️
Grab your crew and kick off summer with us in the Third Ward!

ShopSipSavor

05/21/2026

✨EXPLORIUM FOOD SPECIALS✨

May 20 - May 26

EXPLORIUM THIRD WARD

TUSCAN BURGER
Beef burger with creamy stracciatella cheese, peppery arugula and sun-dried tomato aioli served on a pizza dough bun. Served with your choice of side. 17

🍺Pair with: Damn! That’s Good IIPA
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EXPLORIUM BREWPUB GREENDALE

ARTICHOKE PATTY MELT
Toasted sourdough layered with creamy house artichoke dip, a seasoned beef patty, and melted Gruyère cheese. Rich, savory, and finished with a crisp golden crust. Served with your choice of side. 17

🍺Pair with: Swiss Holzfass Lager
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EXPLORIUM WAUWATOSA

FRIED COD SANDWICH
Golden-fried cod fillet stacked in between crisp green lettuce, ripe tomato slices, jalapeno coleslaw topped with tartar sauce all in between toasted sourdough bread. Served with your choice of side. 17

🍺Pair with: Cream City Crusher

05/15/2026

Patio Szn… WYA!?!

05/14/2026

😋Weekly Food Specials Drop…

May 13 - May 18

EXPLORIUM THIRD WARD

FRIED MEATLOAF
Our signature meatloaf chunked and buttermilk fried. Served with horsey sauce and Doc Rae BeerBQ. 15

🍺Pair with: Doc Rae Scotch Ale
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EXPLORIUM BREWPUB GREENDALE

ASIAN NOODLES
Tender udon noodles tossed with broccoli and carrots in savory teriyaki sauce, topped with slow-cooked spicy beef, kimchi, and fresh scallions. 18

🍺Pair with: Beach Bod NEIPA
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EXPLORIUM WAUWATOSA

CARNE ASADA TACOS
Three carne asada tacos served on corn tortillas topped with cilantro and red onion. Served with a side of rice, pinto beans topped with mozzarella, salsa verde and a lime. 16

🍺Pair with: Copper Lager