The ultimate guide to wings and Packers watching in Milwaukee

Finding the perfect spot to cheer on the Green Bay Packers while devouring incredible wings is practically a civic duty in Wisconsin. This comprehensive guide reveals 40+ establishments across greater Milwaukee offering everything from legendary 60-cent wing nights to nationally-recognized grilled wings worth a special trip. Whether you're seeking a family-friendly suburban haunt with a game room for the kids or a downtown sports bar with 60+ TVs and touchdown shot specials, Milwaukee delivers.

The sweet spot for value lies in knowing the weekly specials: McGinn's offers $1 wings on Thursdays, Leff's Lucky Town runs half-price wings every Tuesday, and SportClub downtown serves wings for just 60 cents on Monday nights. For the best Packers game atmosphere, nothing beats Major Goolsby's (54+ TVs, touchdown shots, halftime giveaways) or The MECCA with its staggering 42-foot centerpiece screen. Wing purists should pilgrimage to Points East Pub, whose grilled wings have earned national acclaim for three decades.

Downtown and the Deer District

The stretch of Old World Third Street (now Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive) near Fiserv Forum concentrates Milwaukee's most impressive sports bar setups within walking distance of each other.

Major Goolsby's at 340 W. Kilbourn Ave. stands as Milwaukee's undisputed sports bar institution, operating since 1972. Their wings arrive as over a pound of meaty, breaded beauties with 13 homemade sauces including BBQ, Spicy BBQ, and three heat levels of Buffalo. The game day package includes $18 buckets of wings with a pitcher, free touchdown shots during Packers games, and gift card giveaways at halftime ($25) and game's end ($50). With 54+ HDTVs including four colossal video walls and 400-person capacity, this is the quintessential Milwaukee game day experience. Phone: (414) 271-3414.

The MECCA Sports Bar and Grill at 1134 N. Vel R. Phillips Ave. represents the newest evolution of Milwaukee sports viewing with its 42-foot-wide Ultra HD centerpiece screen—the city's largest—plus over 100 TVs across two floors of tiered arena-style seating. Happy hour runs daily 3-6pm with half-price apps. The 11,500-square-foot space directly across from Fiserv Forum can get crowded; reservations are recommended for playoff games. Phone: (414) 908-0401.

Who's On Third at 1007 N. Old World Third St. won WingFest Judge's Choice for Best Wings in 2014, with grilled wings available in about a dozen sauces including their signature Sriracha Ginger. Named one of the "Best 19 Sports Bars in America" by Business Insider, they offer 45 screens including 100" and 120" projectors, plus free shuttles to Packers games with food and drink purchase. Phone: (414) 897-8373.

SportClub at 750 N. Jefferson St. delivers the area's best wing value with 60-cent wings every Monday from 6-10pm. The upscale sports bar features 23 TVs with three unique sound zones and NFL Sunday Ticket. During Packers and Badgers games, enjoy $3 Miller Lite and Coors Light drafts plus 5-for-$15 beer buckets. Phone: (414) 808-1588.

Oak Barrel Public House at 1033 N. Old World Third St. serves $16.95 signature wings (8 brined jumbo wings) with standout sauce options including Cajun Dry Rub, Whiskey Garlic, and Carolina BBQ. They offer touchdown shots during Packers games and complimentary bacon fat popcorn. Phone: (414) 897-8320.

Walker's Point and South Side deliver devoted Packers crowds

Steny's Tavern & Grill at 800 S. 2nd St. has cultivated one of Milwaukee's most devoted Packers followings. Their famous T.B. Buffalo Wings come in 14 signature sauces including Lucky13, Jerk, Sweet & Spicy Garlic, and Butter Garlic Parmesan. The Packers specials hit differently: $3 Steny Bombs for every Packers touchdown, "Guess the Score" contests for a free tab, and "Best Seat in the House" where the lucky occupant drinks free. The 16+ HD TVs include a giant 10-foot big screen with full audio, and their Bloody Mary has won Milwaukee's best three years running. Phone: (414) 672-7139.

O'Lydia's Bar & Grill at 338 S. 1st St. employs a unique grill-then-deep-fry method creating impossibly crispy exteriors with juicy interiors. All 14 house-made sauces range from Fiery Arbol (hottest) through Jameson Brown Sugar (mildest), with standouts including Korean BBQ, Szechwan, and Honey Sriracha. Wing Night Wednesdays drop prices to 95 cents per wing. The historic 1800s building features 13+ flat-screen TVs and free shuttles to Brewers games. Phone: (414) 271-7546.

Milwaukee's East Side hides legendary wing gems

Points East Pub at 1501 N. Jackson St. has earned recognition from Thrillist and Buzzfeed as serving some of America's best wings. Opened in 1994, this dive bar literally "built on a wing and a prayer" perfected one thing: grilled wings with a proprietary spice rub—fried, sauced, then grilled creating a unique hybrid texture with impossibly crispy skin. There's only one flavor option because they've spent 30 years perfecting it. The catch: it's 21+ only, dine-in only, and they add a 15% service fee. Worth every penny for wings that remain Milwaukee's most consistently award-winning. Phone: (414) 277-0122.

Champion's Pub at 2417 N. Bartlett Ave. represents the ultimate hidden gem—a family-owned neighborhood tavern since 1956, now in its third generation. Tucked away a block from Oakland and North Avenues, they serve $7 wing plates alongside themed Packers game food (bear sausage against Chicago, fried falcon against Atlanta). The outdoor deck features an HDTV for warm-weather viewing, while inside you'll find shuffleboard, cribbage, and Golden Tee alongside a loyal crowd of Packers faithful. Phone: (414) 332-2440.

Hooligan's Super Bar at 2017 E. North Ave. serves over a pound of jumbo wings tossed in your choice of sauce. Described as "more sophisticated" than typical North Avenue spots, it's a well-established East Side institution with multiple TVs and a fashionable crowd. Phone: (414) 273-5230.

North Shore communities offer neighborhood charm

Three Lions Pub in Shorewood at 4515 N. Oakland Ave. delivers the area's best wing deal: traditional wings for just $1 each every Thursday. This authentic British pub offers an old-world atmosphere that's genuinely family-friendly, with happy hour running 4-6pm daily featuring $2 off appetizers and tap beers. While known for soccer viewing, they broadcast all major American sports. Phone: (414) 763-6992.

Milwaukee Brat House - Shorewood at 4022 N. Oakland Ave. serves their "Totally Killer Wings"—one pound of house-marinated, deep-fried wings with nine sauce options including Nashville Hot, Tiger Style, Jamaican Jerk Dry Rub, and a rotating featured sauce. The real draw for serious Packers fans: VIP coach bus trips to ALL Packers home games with all-you-can-eat pregame tailgate parties. The bright, airy sports bar is genuinely family-friendly with a kids menu and kitchen open until 1am.

The Brick Pub & Grill in Glendale at 6343 N. Green Bay Ave. explicitly advertises "Packer specials featured weekly" across their 10 TVs, making them the North Shore's go-to game day destination. Their newly renovated space includes two outdoor patios and a four-season sunroom. The wings, artichoke dip, and meatballs consistently earn praise. Phone: (414) 797-0710.

The Bay Restaurant in downtown Whitefish Bay serves 10 wings with your choice of BBQ or house Bay Buffalo sauce, plus lemon pepper smoked wings in their BBQ combo platter. This neighborhood favorite since 1955 offers warm brick-and-hardwood ambiance, craft brews, and live music on Thursdays and Fridays—a more refined option for families seeking quality over sports bar intensity.

Wauwatosa anchors the western suburbs scene

Leff's Lucky Town at 7208 W. State St. dominates Tosa's game day landscape. Their Wing Tuesday special drops prices to half-off from 4pm to midnight (dine-in only), with 12 sauce options rotating weekly: Mild, Medium, Hot, Ass-Kickin', Cajun BBQ, Garlic Parmesan, Honey Sriracha, Mango Habanero, Caribbean Jerk Dry Rub, and Lemon Pepper Dry Rub. During Packers games, expect free touchdown shots and quarterly giveaways. Voted "Best Place to Watch the Badger Game" by Milwaukee Magazine, the space features multiple HDTVs including one on their dog-friendly patio. Phone: (414) 258-9886.

Camp Bar Tosa at 6600 W. North Ave. hosts outdoor Packers watch parties during football season on their back patio, complete with Northwoods cabin décor, rustic log cabin feel, and a fireplace. While their food menu is limited (Cranky Al's pizza can be delivered to your table), the atmosphere and beer buckets make this a destination for the adult crowd. Phone: (414) 763-3793.

McGinn's Sports Bar at 5901 W. Bluemound Rd. serves what OnMilwaukee calls wings you'll "miss at your peril." Their Thursday $1 wing special after 4pm features 10 homemade sauces including Caribbean Jerk (highly recommended), Maple Bourbon, Honey Chipotle, and Spicy Apple. Wings come breaded, naked, or grilled. The cozy neighborhood bar offers views of American Family Field and free shuttles to Brewers games. Phone: (414) 475-7546.

Brookfield and western suburbs welcome families

Bullwinkle's at the Galleria at 18900 W. Bluemound Rd. in Brookfield stands out as the ultimate family-friendly Packers destination. They host Packers parties every Sunday with a live DJ, giveaways, and drink specials across 42 televisions. The crucial detail for parents: a dedicated game room keeps kids entertained during three-hour games. This family-run establishment (two married couples who are cousins) serves made-from-scratch entrees alongside wings. Phone available via their Facebook page.

Sluggo's Sports Pub & Grill at 12760 W. Burleigh Rd. in Brookfield has operated for 40+ years with a specifically designed family dining area and Monday wing specials. Multiple reviewers praise their broasted chicken alongside excellent wings in a "sports bar atmosphere with friendly neighborhood pub feel." Free popcorn flows from their machine, and they offer a frequent customer rewards club. Phone: (262) 781-3663.

Dave & Buster's Wauwatosa at 2201 N. Mayfair Rd. solves the "kids bored during games" problem with arcade games, bowling, and laser tag alongside state-of-the-art screens. Their Eat & Play Combo ($19.99 for entrée plus $10 Power Card) includes boneless wings—not destination wings, but the entertainment value can't be beat for families.

Bay View has quietly become Milwaukee's wing destination

Within walking distance, four establishments offer radically different but equally exceptional wing experiences.

Club Garibaldi at 2501 S. Superior St. maintains cult status among wing devotees. Their wings are marinated for days, then grilled to order on a tiny grill behind the bar. No to-go orders—they refuse to compromise quality. Prices run $7 for 5, $13 for 10, or $18 for 15 wings, with Wednesday wing specials. Milwaukee Record calls them "my favorite wings in Milwaukee and a must-have for visiting family and friends." Phone: (414) 483-6335.

The Vanguard at 2659 S. Kinnickinnic Ave. serves their legendary Smitty Wings only on Mondays—based on the beloved recipe from the now-closed Smitty's Bar in South Buffalo, NY. These fried wings arrive liberally coated in distinctly buttery, spice-laden Smitty Sauce with impossibly thick house-made blue cheese. Ten wings run $14, twenty for $25. Phone: (414) 539-3593.

Todd I Believe I Can Fry at 2159 S. Kinnickinnic Ave. opened in early 2024 and immediately became a destination for Asian-influenced fried wings. Their Tom Yum dry powder (zesty, citrus-forward) earns particular praise alongside K-Spice, Thai Sweet Chili, and Szechuan Spice options. Prices run $10-27 depending on quantity. Milwaukee Record declares "this place is the real deal." Phone: (414) 488-8565.

Doh'p Wood-Fired Fare at 2509 E. Oklahoma Ave. employs a unique method: wings are dry-rubbed and smoked before deep-frying, then coated in buttery sauce. The result is a crunchy, smokey, semi-sweet exterior unlike anything else in the area. Expect $20 for about 12 wings.

West Allis brings the sauce creativity

TomKen's Bar & Grill at 8001 W. Greenfield Ave. is run by "Flying Brian the Wing King," who creates all sauces fresh weekly using a three-step cooking process that chars the exterior while letting sauce cook INTO the meat rather than sitting on top. The creative sauces are legendary:

• JB3 (bourbon, brown sugar, jerk, buffalo blend)

• Greek Freak (buffalo/feta)

• Not So Friendly Fried (Sriracha, pork lard, peppers)

• What the Fuzz (peaches, agave, tequila, ghost peppers, ginger)

• Jamaican Me Wings (jerk with Trinidadian scorpion peppers)

Wing nights Monday and Thursday serve 2,000+ wings. Phone: (414) 258-9110.

Spitfires on State at 5765 W. State St. offers the area's most extensive selection with 27 different sauces including ginger sesame, bourbon mustard, blueberry BBQ, and Buffalo Blue. Their fry-then-grill method creates caramelized, charred exteriors. All sauces and dressings are house-made. Reddit reviewers consistently describe these as "the best wings I've had in my life."

Quick-reference wing specials by day

Day Best Deal Location Monday 60¢ wings (6-10pm) SportClub, Downtown Monday Smitty Wings (only day available) The Vanguard, Bay View Tuesday Half-price wings (4pm-midnight) Leff's Lucky Town, Wauwatosa Wednesday 95¢ wings O'Lydia's, Walker's Point Thursday $1 wings (after 4pm) McGinn's, Bluemound Rd. Thursday $1 wings Three Lions Pub, Shorewood Sunday 10 wings for $10 Buffalo Wild Wings (multiple) Game Day $3 touchdown shots Steny's, Walker's Point

Where to watch with the best atmosphere

For sheer scale and immersion, The MECCA (42-foot screen, 100+ TVs) and Major Goolsby's (54+ TVs, four video walls) dominate downtown. Steny's delivers the most intense Packers-specific experience with touchdown specials and devoted fans. Camp Bar Tosa hosts the best outdoor watch parties. For families, Bullwinkle's in Brookfield combines 42 TVs with a game room for restless kids.

Conclusion

Milwaukee's wing scene rewards exploration across every neighborhood. The most remarkable discovery: many of the city's best wings hide in unassuming dive bars like Points East Pub and Club Garibaldi, where decades of perfecting a single style trump flashy menus with 30 mediocre sauces. For Packers game days specifically, the combination of Leff's Tuesday specials (stock up), Steny's touchdown shots, and Major Goolsby's controlled chaos creates an experience rivaling anything in Green Bay itself. The westward expansion of excellent wings into Brookfield and Wauwatosa means suburban families no longer need to venture downtown—though the pilgrimage to Bay View's wing corridor remains essential for any serious devotee.