Linneman's Riverwest Inn

1001 E Locust St, Milwaukee - 53212
44 reviews
Music Venues Dive Bar
(414) 263-9844

Fantastic service, great ambiance and the best open mic by far!

Always an electric, ecletic and eccentric place... And that's just those who attend! Honestly, very fun, lively and a fantastic place to enjoy some interesting choices of food and drink. Saturday early afternoons have their own kind of wonderment.

Best place for local original music in Milwaukee. Wednesday night open mic is a "must do.".

For years we passed Linneman's by, because it looked like a bar that would only offer greasy pub fare and nothing more. But numerous people recommended their Friday night fish fry and we finally gave it a try. It was friendly, diverse and delightful. This husband and wife run Friday night event gives you a real taste of the Friday Nigh Fish Fry Milwaukee tradition...done right. Ask the hostess seating you which is the preferred/recommended fish. She will not lead you astray. Be sure to order your fish fry with the potato pancakes and apple sauce. Also, if you are in the mood for a surf and turf there is a half ribs/half fish option. The owner starts the ribs the day before so they are tender and delicious.

For years we passed Linneman's by, because it looked like a bar that would only offer greasy pub fare and nothing more. But numerous people recommended their Friday night fish fry and we finally gave it a try. It was friendly, diverse and delightful. This husband and wife run Friday night event gives you a real taste of the Friday Nigh Fish Fry Milwaukee tradition...done right. Ask the hostess seating you which is the preferred/recommended fish. She will not lead you astray. Be sure to order your fish fry with the potato pancakes and apple sauce. Also, if you are in the mood for a surf and turf there is a half ribs/half fish option. The owner starts the ribs the day before so they are tender and delicious.

Mike Fredrickson rocks.

A rundown classic. Lots of music history here. Too bad it is falling apart.

Great low key venue. More space than cactus club.

I agree, the best place I’ve been to for local talent. Two thumbs up!

Linneman's provides a great venue for local, up and coming musicians. I live a block away and visit often. A great asset for my neighborhood and Milwaukee's music scene. Jim Linneman is a gem of a guy.