About This Venue
Sugar Maple is a craft-focused cocktail bar and beer hall in Bay View that specializes in locally-sourced beers, spirits, and creative drinks made with Wisconsin ingredients.
Sugar Maple champions Milwaukee's thriving craft beverage scene by featuring rotating selections from local breweries and distillers alongside house-made craft cocktails crafted with local ingredients, house-made bitters, syrups, and tinctures. The bar maintains an approachable, community-oriented vibe with extended hours—open weekdays from 4pm, and noon on weekends—and welcomes guests for casual drinks or private events like weddings and celebrations.
Beyond drinks, Sugar Maple serves as a cultural hub in Bay View, hosting regular live music events, drag shows, trivia nights, and community gatherings like Spanish conversation hours and mahjong meetups. The welcoming staff and diverse event calendar make it a gathering spot for locals seeking good drinks, live entertainment, and genuine neighborhood connection.
