THE EXPLORIUM BREWPUB
HIRD WARD

We proudly opened The Explorium Brewpub Third Ward in September 2020, in the historic Pritzlaff Hardware Building in Milwaukee's Third Ward. Since September 2020 we've been serving up exceptional cocktails, house-made beers, and fine craft cuisine in an amazing space that is a can't miss Milwaukee stop. We're located just a quick walk across the Saint Paul Avenue bridge from the Public Market in the Third Ward, in downtown Milwaukee. If you would like to learn more about the historic Pritzlaff Building, hit one of the links below.
Our Third Ward brewery produces about 800 barrels of beer annually and is the home of our sour beer program. The brewery features a 10-barrel brewhouse, six 10-barrel fermenters, two 10-barrel lagering tanks, and two 10-barrel foeders. In the cellar, you'll find cold storage with 16 beer-brite tanks and our sour barrel-aged beer collection—a fascinating highlight on our tours.
Our whiskey and bourbon selection is the largest in the city and we've priced our pours to be reasonable and approachable. Whether you’re here for the whiskey collection, craft beer, killer craft cocktails, the food, or the experience, The Explorium Brewpub Third Ward is a must-visit destination!
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE HISTORIC PRITZLAFF BUILDING
The John Pritzlaff Hardware Company
Founded by John C. Pritzlaff in 1850, soon became the largest hardware company in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and eventually became one of the largest wholesale hardware companies and iron supply houses in the American Northwest. It was widely known for selling hardware, sewing machines, and toys through mail order catalogs to wholesale accounts throughout the United States. His catalog business pre-dates even Sears Roebuck!
After Pritzlaff died, his son, Fred C. Pritzlaff took over until his death in 1951, and when Fred died, his son took over the firm until the company closed in 1958.
Today, the entirety of the John Pritzlaff hardware Company and it’s seven building complex, has been renovated and converted into rental space for large events, restaurants, and high end apartments.
FEATURES
Dog Friendly
Family Friendly
Fire Pits
Full Bar & Kitchen
Garage and Street Parking
Gluten Free Food Options
Heated Covered Tunnel Seating
On-site Catering
Outdoor Patio Seating
Private Event Spaces
HOURS
SUNDAY
BAR: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
KITCHEN: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
MONDAY - THURSDAY
BAR: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
KITCHEN: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
FRIDAY & SATURDAY
BAR: 11:00 AM - CLOSE
KITCHEN: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
PRIVATE EVENTS
Our Third Ward location is a favorite for all types of gatherings, providing both semi-private and private spaces for weddings, engagement parties, outdoor celebrations, family events, company happy hours, fundraisers, showers, birthday parties, and more. Let us make your vision a reality — contact us today to book your perfect event!
