Greetings fans! This is your comprehensive and infinitely useful American Family Field seating guide. If you’re planning a Milwaukee Brewers game and are seeking the best seats for your budget, I’ve got you.

This guide covers it all; whether you’re looking for premium seating, club access, the best bargains, the best shade, or even all-inclusive tickets.

Here’s the Brewers seating map to help you visualize it. I cover a lot here, so I broke it down for you:

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Premium Seats at American Family Field: The Truss Club (New in 2027).

Starting in 2027, the Brewers introduced something long overdue: big comfortable seats with fine dining included behind home plate. Fans, we give you the Truss Club.

The Truss Club offers it all to fans willing to pay for the premium baseball experience (the price is actually reasonable by such standards). Truss Club seats are the first six rows behind home plate; they’re two feet wide and cushioned, with ample leg room.

 

You also get access to the swanky Truss Club itself, a 20,000 foot indoor and outdoor space.

This club includes a long full service bar, indoor dining spaces and two sweet outdoor decks. There’s large TVs everywhere to watch the game if cushioned seats behind home plate just aren’t your thing. Need some gear? There’s a team store right here.

 

Your food and beverage is included with your ticket, and that includes adult beverages, even specialty cocktails. If you can handle a few, you can get your money’s worth, given typical ballpark prices.

Better yet, the food isn’t just dogs and popcorn. The Brewers describe the Truss Club menu as “updated, scratch-made cuisine from a dedicated chef, with specialties that change from game to game”. That’ll play. There’s even guest chefs and specialty food carts.

You can even order food from your cushioned seat and have it delivered to you.

 

Wait, not done yet! You also get dedicated valet parking, private lockers and of course, private restrooms.

So, how can you enjoy a Brewers game at the Truss Club? Well currently, the Brewers are only offering half and full season ticket packages. At the moment you have to know someone. I don’t yet know if ticket holders can re-sell their wares on Gametime, but you can always look.

I’ll update this if I hear differently about that; but if you have the means, this is undoubtedly a top notch baseball experience.

Other Premium American Family Field Seating: The PNC Club Level (Sections 306-345).

The PNC Club Level is the 300 level, a tier above the Loge Level. The seats here are fairly high up, more so than club levels in most ballparks. There’s just seven rows in each section, making getting up and coming back much easier.

The height is worth the amenities, though. You have access to the climate-controlled, carpeted Club Level concourse. Nice on a cold (or hot) Wisconsin day.

Your ticket also includes access to the SKYY Lounge, with its private bar and a nice view overlooking Helfaer Field.

 

The Club concourse is wide, less crowded, features cool Brewers-related displays and concession stands with (generally) shorter lines. From the Infield sections (314-343) you can have a server bring food to your seat.

The food here isn’t Truss Club chef level dining, though. Currently the menu includes dogs, brats, burgers, chicken sandwiches, fries, cheese curds, and custard. Typical ballpark fare, with Milwaukee essentials.

There’s a Ballpark Classics stand at Section 324 that offers a cheap meal deal.

 

Getting to the Club Level is an adventure, so allow extra time for it if you can. You can use either the escalator that finds its way up through an impressive maze of structure, or use the clock tower elevator next to the front entrance.

Should you land a Club Level ticket, it’ll be helpful to have it within easy reach. I hear the Brewers are big on ushers checking tickets at this level.

The Club might not be the best place for families. It doesn’t have the cool playgrounds that the Field and Terrace concourses have. Younger fans might not enjoy it as much.

 

A couple of caveats on Club seating. As you move to the outer Club sections, especially 306-313 in right field, your seats get pretty far from the action. If that’s worth it to you for Club access, you can often find a cheaper ticket there.

Also, in front of the first row of the Club seating is a railing, which could cause a mildly annoying view problem. But I suppose clumsy sorts should be grateful for it.

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American Family Field Seating, Part 3: The Field Level (Sections 106-131).

The Field Level seats are the lowest level of seats, which stretch from foul pole to foul pole. (I’ll cover outfield seating in a separate section.)

This area is divided into Infield and Outfield sections, with Infield sections extending past the bases a bit. In most sections, rows closer to the field are labeled “Platinum” and/or “Box”. This affects pricing from the Brewers, on Gametime it’s less defined.

 

Unfortunately those Platinum and Box seats don’t offer any additional amenities. Last I checked there’s no padding on these seats either. You’re paying for the view. There are some 25-26 rows in most sections, which is fewer than most ballparks.

That said, the Brewers keep it reasonable, certainly so compared to their rivals at Wrigley. (I love Wrigley, but just saying. Cubs fans don’t travel to Milwaukee for away games just for tailgating.)

 

Seats closer to the foul poles are angled towards second base for less neck strain. 

Many Brewers fans on forums like the Outfield sections for value. You can get closer to the field without paying the higher price of Infield seats. Section 109 should be a better deal than Section 110, for example.

Some fans do warn about missing the view of the Big Board in highest rows, especially in the corners. If you’re looking at a higher row and that matters, check the view from that seat.

 

I’ve devoted a separate section to shade, but for now know that the first base side is preferable for hot afternoon games (which may explain why left field corner seats are cheaper).

Finally, like most ballparks, American Family Field has a better food selection on the lower concourse than say, the Terrace Level. The Brewers offer mobile ordering with delivery to your seat through the Ballpark app.

The better Field Level seats are sold mostly to season ticket holders, so you may have better luck finding a deal through Gametime. Try a low demand game if you want to find a deal.

American Family Field Seating, Part 4: The Loge Level (Sections 206-232).

The Loge Level is the second tier, also foul pole to foul pole, and follows the same pricing pattern as the Field Level: Infield and Outfield sections, and seats in the first few rows are Diamond and/or Platinum seats. (Again, I’ll cover bleachers separately.)

In many ballparks the second tier is the suite or club level, but here they’re for the common folk. Loge seats are only slightly higher than Field Level and a great view for the price.

 

One tip though. Higher rows of Loge Level sections can suffer from view problems with the overhang of the Club Level. Generally from around Row 18 up you could miss seeing the Big Board. Good idea to check the view from your seat if you can.

You could also lose a bit of the outfield further down the line, which isn’t a big deal.

 

Behind home plate obviously offers the best view, just elevated enough without being too high. If you’re comparing, I would take a lower Loge row over an upper row on the Field Level, and it’s usually cheaper.

You’re also still doing okay with Loge Infield sections. Sections 215 or 222 can be a great deal. Loge Outfield seats do get a little further from the field, but with this elevation they’re not too bad, and they can be cheaper.

 

One more advantage of this Level is for the foodies out there. The Loge Level features the 3rd Street Market Hall Annex in right field and The Alley Food Truck Park in left field.

These stops offer rotating local food vendors, so you can try a real taste of Milwaukee here. Anytime Arepas, Smokin’ Jack’s BBQ, Drip Chocolate, and more…lots o’ great stuff.

You get it; I’m a fan of Loge Level seats in Milwaukee.

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American Family Field Seating, Part 5: Outfield Bleachers (Sections 101-104, 201-205 + 233-236).

There are two levels of outfield bleachers in right field, Field and Loge Bleachers. The J. Leinenkugel’s Barrel Yard restaurant is where the field level bleachers would be in left field (we’ll get to that). The bleacher seats, which are numbered benches with backs, cost slightly more on the Field level.

The Loge (200) Level bleacher seats aren’t too terribly bad; they’re a good distance from home plate but they’re relatively cheap, and significantly cheaper than nearby Loge Outfield sections.

And unlike in upper Field Level bleachers, you can see the Big Board, albeit at a less than ideal angle. Also, if you want see Bernie go down the slide after a Brewers home run, be on the right field side.

 

The Field (100) Level Bleachers in right field do leave a bit to be desired. These are benches tucked under Loge sections, meaning the overhang blocks quite a bit of the view, especially in upper rows. Maybe better for shade, but rain isn’t a problem here.

They are also behind the Aurora Bullpen Club area and the bullpen, pushing them about as far away from home plate as the 200 sections are.

 

The best thing about these seats might be the proximity to the kids area if you have little ones. Or if you like to be close to the visitor’s bullpen to offer friendly encouragement; Sections 101-102 are right on top of it.

Otherwise, if you like a view of everything, I would avoid upper rows especially.

 

On Fridays fans 21 and over can sit in the Miller Lite Beerpen in Sections 233-236, another name for the left field Loge Level bleachers. You get a free Brewers cap with your ticket, so not a bad deal. You do have to prove your age.

This deal attracts some beer drinkers, so it’s obviously not the Family Section, and wear opposing team gear here at your own risk. (I kid; Wisconsinites are very nice people.)

The bleachers can be a decent deal if you’re looking for bargain seats and don’t like the height of the Terrace Level, which I can appreciate. Just go with what works best for your taste.

American Family Field Seating, Part 6: The Terrace Level (Sections 407-440).

The Terrace Level is the highest tier, consisting of Terrace Box (lower rows) and Terrace Infield/Outfield (higher rows). Box seats cost more, but are noticeably closer to the action.

Terrace seats are among the cheapest in the ballpark, but they’re also way up there, higher than in many ballparks. The rows are also pretty steep to improve the view and fans seem to generally be okay with that, but they’re not for the acrophobic.

 

Something to know: when you enter a Terrace section, you move down for Box seats and up for reserved seats. It technically makes Box seats easier to access, and you have to ascend a flight of steps for upper rows. Tough for less mobile sorts.

Getting to the Terrace Level is also a bit tricky; there aren’t direct stairs or ramps (which is actually probably a good thing). You use an escalator to the Terrace Level and then either an escalator or elevator the rest of the way.

 

Down the lines, Terrace Outfield seats especially lose a portion of the field, not a deal-breaker but you could miss a play or two. As you get further out, Terrace seats get very far from the action, so you need to really love the Brewers.

There’s some other view issues; Sections 439-440 can have problems with the foul pole, and 407-408 in right can be blocked by the Brewers new office space. Definitely check the view before buying a ticket here.

There is also a railing and glass panel that can be annoying sitting in the first row of Terrace Box seats. Try Row 2 instead.

American Family Field Seating, Part 6A: Bargain Basement Seats

The Brewers like paying tribute to the days of obstructed views. Especially when it makes seats affordable. Some Terrace Level sections merit a very friendly bargain price:

 

Cheapest Milwaukee Brewers Seats: Bernie’s Terrace (Sections 441-442). Other than the Uecker seats, Sections 441 and 442 next to Bernie Brewer’s little home are the cheapest in the ballpark.

It’s called Bernie’s Terrace because of its proximity to the chalet where Bernie Brewer descends a slide to celebrate a Brewers home run. The problem is that these are the cheapest seats in the park largely for that reason.

 

The structure where Bernie awaits Brewer long balls blocks most of right field, and sometimes nearly the entire outfield, and the Big Board, from your view.

Not to mention that you’ll be closer to a mechanic fixing the roof than to home plate.

These seats are best for when you simply want to get in very cheaply, which is what most people do. They’re certainly a bargain, but you won’t likely want to stay there. Plenty of standing room space as we’ll discuss.

 

The Uecker Seats (Sections 421-422). If you’re old enough (like I am), you remember the Miller Lite commercial featuring late great Brewers announcer Bob Uecker. (Have a look; it’s a classic.)

The Uecker Seats fit this gag perfectly. They are behind home plate on the Terrace level, and are behind two wide roof support beams which at least partially (and intentionally) obstruct the view of nearly every seat in the sections.

But the good news is, they’re just five bucks. They’re sold at the box office when the gates open, so you have to be there. People get in line well ahead of time, and on popular bobblehead nights the line could be longer, so be there early.

It’s not very conducive to those who want to partake of the incredible tailgating scene here, but hey, you’re getting in for a finski.

 

In 2014 the Brewers added a new feature…a Uecker statue in the last row, with an empty seat next to it. It’s a photo-op well worth the trek up the steps, even if you don’t plan on staying there for the game. R.I.P. Mr. Baseball.

You will find people sitting here and tolerating the obstruction, but many fans use them to get in and either attempt to poach a better seat elsewhere (fairly easily done in low-demand games) or find standing room somewhere.

American Family Field Seating, Part 7: All-Inclusive Areas.

Brewers fans consider partying with their baseball to be sort of a career of its own. The Brewers recognize this with a large amount of space dedicated to group gatherings.

Most all of these spaces are in the outfield or near it, and don’t offer the best view of the action. But they do include some variation of a buffet and two complimentary beers per person. Most of the time, prices are reasonable for what’s included.

Buffet offerings generally include ballpark favorites: Johnsonville brats, dogs, burgers, chicken tenders, side salads, and cookies. Some areas have a more upscale menu, I’ll discuss that.

The Brewers often feature group theme nights, so if a group outing is in your plans, be sure to subscribe to their ticket alerts.

Here’s a bit about each spot and what they offer:

 

The Northwestern Mutual Legends Club is the high end of group spaces. It’s on the PNC Club Level, along the left field line, and holds up to 260. It’s the most expensive group spot, but it’s much larger, with multiple nice seating options, including a tiered outdoor patio.

The menu is significantly better at this club; it includes chef-prepared items and a carving station. There’s full bars both inside and outside.

The Flecha Azul Tequila Patio is beyond the Northwestern Club in the left field corner; it holds 50-80 fans. There’s bar-ledge and table seating here, and you can trade your two beers for a Flecha Azul Tequila mixed drink.

 

Then there’s the X-Golf at American Family Field space, beyond the Azul patio in left field. This area features three private spaces, and you can actually practice your swing and putting with club rentals.

The X-Golf space is a climate-controlled space, and the menu again is upscale compared to the rest. Fill your plate with pecan chicken salad wraps, house smoked wings with cherry bourbon glaze, club sandwiches and other swanky stuff.

 

The J. Leinenkugel’s Barrel Yard Brew Room is in left field. It’s a section of the J. Leinenkugel’s restaurant itself, that the Brewers make available for private outings of 30-50.

The Brew Room is above the Brewers bullpen, and there’s indoor and outdoor seating. You have a choice of two buffet packages for your group. Both have extensive menus with healthier items like Northwoods salads and chicken grain bowls.

 

The Associated Bank Power Alley is close to center field, and holds 40-46 people. It’s directly above the Brewers bullpen, and is a somewhat smaller space with a private bar and TVs.

The Power Alley is less elevated than most. There’s two levels of general admission seating, with barstools and tables.

The Miller Lite Landing is on the Loge Level, in left-center field. It holds 75-125 fans, and has a private bar, big screen TVs and general admission seating.

Incidentally, if it’s not being used, the Landing is available to anyone with a ticket, although they won’t prepare a buffet for you unfortunately. Something to know if standing room is your only option. The view isn’t great, but socializing fans like it.

 

Toyota Territory is in right center field and holds up to 50 fans. It’s mostly a bar with TVs and barstools, and it’s right above the visitor’s bullpen.

This section is popular for the Front Row, with general admission seats just above the field. Not likely home run territory though.

The Aurora Health Care Bullpen is in right field, at actual field level (pictured at the start of this section). It holds 25-75 and features a full outside bar, along with tables and counters with a view of the field.

You have to watch through a fence, but it’s kind of cool being on the field, and maybe a souvenir home run ball could land in your nachos.

 

The Johnsonville Party Deck (formerly the Dew Deck) is in the upper right field corner. This is a larger space with multiple assigned seating sections and can hold up to 260 fans.

This is one of the more popular party areas; it can accommodate larger groups and offers plenty of stadium seats, while not being as pricey as the Northwestern or X-Golf spaces.

Finally, the Miller High Life Loft is way out there in right center field and elevated; this is about as far from the action as you’ll get here. The Loft holds 50-70 fans, and has a bar and general admission seating.

 

As you can see, you have multiple options for a gathering. If you like food and drinks included with your Brewers baseball, find a bunch of co-workers to join you. It’s not difficult in this town. You should be easily able to get your money’s worth.

American Family Field Seating, Part 8: Standing Room.

The Brewers might make standing room tickets available if a game is sold out. From that I’d expect you’ll pay more than you’d think, since it’s high demand.

But there are decent standing spots to watch the game, with open concourses on every level. You can’t use the Club Level though, that requires Club tickets.

On the Field Level, luxury suites and structures between the bases block the view from the concourse, but behind home plate is a popular spot. Or you can get in early and stake a table at Leinenkugel’s, or scope the outfield concourse areas for tables to lean on.

 

The Brewers offer a sweet deal with their Ballpark Pass. With the pass you can attend every game for a month or the whole season for a very nice price.

If you use it for 4-5 games a month, it’s a great deal. It’s especially useful if you want to see a couple of Cubs games when they’re in town, which usually commands a higher price.

With the pass you can even access the X-Golf, the Barrel Yard and Miller Lite Landing, if they’re not being used for an event. (The Miller Lite Landing on non-event nights is open to everyone with a ticket; it’s a better spot than Bernie’s Terrace.)

You can upgrade the pass and get reserved seats, but it costs more.

American Family Field Seating, Part 9: Finding Shade.

As you probably know, American Family Field features a roof. But the roof is still generally open on bright sunny days and dry evenings. Even Wisconsin has hot days, so here’s some tips to avoid baking in the summer sun.

Home plate is in the northwest corner, so first base and right field are better for shade. The left field seats get direct sunlight even later in the day, when most of the ballpark is shaded.

The higher rows on the Field and Loge Levels, with overhangs providing cover, are best for shade for afternoon games.

 

There’s also the benefit of the very high roof structure here. It provides shade for most of the Terrace Level on the first base side and behind home plate, even for afternoon events.

As the day progresses, hot sun becomes less of a problem almost everywhere in the ballpark. Even on the third base side in the infield, it shouldn’t be troublesome in later innings.

So if you’re concerned about sun, definitely avoid left field and the left field corner for day games, regardless of seating level.

Usually by gametime for evening games, most of the ballpark is shaded, depending on the time of year. The first base side should almost always be fine, especially in upper rows.

 

By the way, this being Wisconsin, you can flip these tips around and try the left field corner for some sun on a chilly afternoon. The Brewers close the roof to protect you from wind if the temp drops too low, but it’s something to consider in April or September. (Or October.)

Remember that all-inclusive areas like the J. Leinenkugel’s Barrel Yard have spaces to duck out of the sun.

American Family Field Seating, Part 10: Accessible Seating.

The Brew Crew has a comprehensive guide for guests with disabilities on their website; you can view that here. But we’ll briefly cover some things to know.

You can find wheelchair accessible spaces on every level, including the Club Level and all-inclusive areas. Up to three companions can join you, pending availability, and seating spaces have electrical outlets.

There’s elevators to get where you need to be, and wheelchair lifts in several all-inclusive locations. Brewers employees are happy to help fans get to their seats with wheelchair service, but they do warn that it could take a while on a high attendance night.

 

Most accessible seating is in the rear of sections; remember view obstructions in the Terrace Level especially. Fans sometimes complain about railings, foul poles and such partially blocking views, and in accessible spots this could be a problem.

You could also miss the view of the Big Board. This is especially the case in the outfield and in the corners. The Brewers provide TVs in most of these areas, though, so you still can get the important info.

But if that matters to you, look for something behind home plate. You can also contact the Brewers and ask for unobstructed view spots; they’ll happily accommodate you.

American Family Field Seating, Part 11: A Few More Tips.

Finally, some quick remaining notes about American Family Field seating:

There’s two play areas for kids in the ballpark. If you’re bringing the little ones and want to be close to the play spots, the Aurora Children’s Health Kids Zone is on the Terrace Level in the left field corner; the newly upgraded Glove Playground is on the Field Level in the right field corner. They’re very popular; it might be good to sit near one.

 

Also for families: the Brewers offer three Coca-Cola alcohol-free family sections for concerned families at every income level. They are Sections 106, 309 and 417.

The Brewers let people watch batting practice from just about anywhere and usually allow you to try to get autographs, but they’ll eventually move you out of the ritzy sections in most cases.

If you like shouting encouragement to home team players, the Brewers dugout is on the first base side, and their bullpen is in left field.
 

That’s a wrap! I know, you didn’t expect it to be finished that quickly.

Anyway I hope this helps you for your next game or event at the home of the Milwaukee Brewers.

Be sure to check out more American Family Field tips on this site, especially about the tailgating scene, this useful parking guide, and the amazing number of shuttles available.

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Thanks for reading, and I’ll see you at the Yard!

Milwaukee is a town full of crazed Brewers fans, and every game day is a celebration. In addition to the insane tailgating, dozens of taverns and bars offer free shuttle service to American Family Field for Brewers games.

A Brewers shuttle offers multiple advantages. Baseball fans can park for free, enjoy great food offerings or drinks without paying ballpark prices, and avoid sitting in post-game traffic.

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Blue Mound Road + Nearby Establishments
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American Family Field Shuttles: Blue Mound Road + Nearby

Blue Mound Road is almost walking distance to American Family Field, so these joints are not far from the ballpark. There is usually free street parking near these places, and some of them have their own lots.

Balistreri’s Bluemound Inn (6501 West Blue Mound Road). Balistreri’s is an Italian lunch and dinner restaurant; they were once voted “Best Late Night Food” by Milwaukee Magazine. They have Friday fish frys and highly rated pizza. They don’t say anything about their shuttle on their website, but they’re on everyone’s list and they do have a large private parking lot.

Brewski’s Sports Pub (304 North 76th Street). Brewski’s, according to their Facebook page, offers craft beer, cocktails, and a dog-friendly patio. I doubt you can leave your dog there when you go to the game though. It’s basically a sports bar with a menu featuring nachos, totchos, Buffalo chicken wontons, wings, etc. They also have fish frys on Fridays. Their shuttles run starting two hours before game time, and they sometimes offer drink specials for shuttle users.

Dugout 54 (5328 West Blue Mound Road). Dugout 54 was formerly Derry Hegarty’s, and you can still see the name in signage at the place. The Dugout has all of 32 beer tap lines with multiple craft beers, but they also offer table seating for families. The menu includes burgers and sandwiches, wings with numerous sauces, and a “pretty sizeable pretzel”. Incidentally these are the same folks who run Kelly’s Bleachers…more on Kelly’s in a minute.

 

J&B’s Sports Bar & Blue Ribbon Taproom (5230 West Blue Mound Road). J&B’s Blue Ribbon took over the popular Long Wong’s tavern, and they’ve done a fine job remodeling, including billiards tables and a taproom. They call themselves the home of Milwaukee’s best chicken strips, in case your kids like that sort of thing. They also have pizza, wings, burgers, and of course, Friday Fish Frys.

Kelly’s Bleachers (5218 West Blue Mound Road). Kelly’s Bleachers has all sorts of fun stuff going on…music bingo, beer pong tournament Fridays, and most importantly, Happy Hour discounts. Their menu’s signature items are the Reuben rolls, the “Best Tater Tots Ever” (like anyone can even know that), and a Western burger. They serve a limited menu to meet the demand on game day, but I’m sure they have the good stuff.

Kelly’s website, for some reason, is really awful…it looks like it hasn’t been updated since the early days of the Internet. Don’t let that sway you though, they’re cool folks.

Magoo’s on the Mound (5841 West Blue Mound Road). Magoo’s features burgers, bar appetizers like the famous Wisconsin cheese curds, a “Bavarian Beast” soft pretzel, and that Friday fish fry of course. The beer on tap selection is decent, and their special include Taco Tuesdays and Burger Thursdays. Pool, darts, bags, lots to do.

Yes, it’s named after that Mr. Magoo from the cartoons, and you’re dating yourself if you recognize him. Magoo’s was formerly Steve’s on Bluemound, in case anyone recommends Steve’s to you.

McGinn’s (5901 West Blue Mound Road). McGinn’s calls itself an “All-Star Sports Bar”. Their nightly specials include Thursday wing night and a Steak Special on Wednesdays. McGinn’s Happy Hours include $3 domestic tap and domestic bottles (at least that’s what their Facebook header says, but it is 2024), which is a pretty good deal. I presume that includes game nights. They also have Sunday brunches, great for day games.

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Milwaukee Steakhouse (6024 West Blue Mound Road). The Milwaukee Steakhouse doesn’t mess around with their steaks. As they say, they only offer the best cuts of USDA Choice Black Angus Beef (their capitalization, not mine). Get your steak with garlic, peppercorn, fried onions, or even bearnaise style. They also have signature martinis. Needless to say, this is fine dining, so I wouldn’t expect pub fare here.

O’Brien’s Irish American Pub (4928 West Vliet Street). O’Brien’s actually has their own hydroponic garden, so they can grow their own fresh ingredients. Now that’s thinking of your customers. The menu (with fresh ingredients!) features wings, nachos, wraps, sandwiches, pizza and much more. And of course, they have lots of beers on tap and two Brewers shuttles. O’Brien’s even features a “birthday club”, with perks well worth signing up for.

Rounding Third (6317 West Blue Mound Road). Rounding Third offers up wings in a variety of flavors (I’ve tried the Jamaican Jerk dry rub wings and they’re very good). They also have a Milwaukee cheesesteak, half pound Angus burgers, stone fired pizza, and of course that Friday fish fry. Rounding Third’s prices seem a tad lower than most joints, and they have beer specials, although their beer selection isn’t as varied as others.

 

Saz’s State House Restaurant (5539 West State Street). Saz’s bills itself as a first rate restaurant and sports bar, and their menu reflects that…fancy apps like low country shrimp, onion straw baskets, and candied bacon. More importantly, this is a BBQ spot, with ribs, walleye, chicken and waffles, and (wait for it) cornbread chicken pot pie. Not done yet…fancy burgers too, and a gluten free menu. A bit pricier than other joints, but undoubtedly worth it.

They even provide some extra information about their Brewers shuttle. Drink specials on game days. Love that.

Spitfires on State (5018 West State Street). Spitfires is aptly named…if you’re a wing person, this is the place for you. Their wing sauce flavors include ginger sesame, Thai peanut, and blueberry BBQ (check out the full selection…it’s impressive). But they have other stuff too, like burgers, apps (wonton mozz stix!), and sandwiches at reasonable prices. The wide selection of beer and cocktails is also reasonable too, if their website menu is to be believed.

 

American Family Field Shuttles: Downtown Milwaukee

These establishments are located in the heart of downtown Milwaukee, good if you’re staying there or making a day of Milwaukee with, say, the Harley-Davidson Museum. Check this helpful map to see more attractions nearby.

City Lights Brewing (2200 West Mount Vernon Avenue). Okay, an actual craft brewery, now we’re living right. City Lights has won multiple awards for beer excellence, including from the Great American Beer Festival. Their beer offerings include even a coconut porter, and they describe the flavors on their site. Oh, and they have food too, even if it’s a limited menu. Burgers, apps, and of course the obligatory Friday fish fry. (Milwaukee makes it easy to be a Catholic.) And their shuttle is nicely decorated.

City Tours MKE (1130 North 9th Street). Okay, so this one isn’t a free ride…but it’s technically a shuttle so it counts. City Tours Milwaukee includes a “Milwaukee Ultimate Tailgate Tour”, where for a set price they’ll take your group to the game in their electric vehicle, fire up the coals, and set up the tables and stuff for you so you can all tailgate like pros. You have to bring your own food and booze, but that’s small potatoes when someone else drives and cleans up!

Fat Daddy’s (120 West National Avenue). The first words you see on Fat Daddy’s website is “Milwaukee’s Most Organized Volleyball”. Great for Brewers fans that are fed up with disorganized volleyball games. But seriously, outdoor volleyball tournaments on sand here, so that’s unique.

Fat Daddy’s has a limited menu of pizza and snacks, but their list of beers on tap and cocktails is lengthy. Daily drink specials here too. You can ride to the game in the “Fatmobile” and talk with fans about how well organized the volleyball was.

 

Jack’s American Pub (1323 East Brady Street). Have you ever watched a game on a 200” TV? At Jack’s, you can, while enjoying steak fries, Santa Fe rolls, award-winning wings with “gun powder”, or a jalapeno mac and cheese burger. There’s other enticing stuff on the menu too, and several high end beers on tap and in cans. They have multiple shuttles, so you shouldn’t have to wait long for one.

Jack’s (along with some other taverns) actually has tailgate parties at the ballpark too, so they’re all in for Brewers fans. Oh, and brunch for Sunday afternoon games.

Milwaukee Brat House (1013 North King Drive). The Brat House bills itself as a “professional drinking establishment”, so it’s safe if you’re serious about a good time on game day. They actually have “a whole fleet of shuttles”, so they’re clearly here to help.

As the name suggests, they offer “Milwaukee’s Best Bratwurst”. You can try the sampler of bratwurst, Polish, Italian and Hungarian sausage for yourself. Or get your sausage in a gyro, a German-style sandwich, stuffed with honey mustard, etc. They have daily food and drink specials and an impressive selection of brews. The Brat House does tailgates as well.

O’Lydia’s (338 South First Street). The O’Lydia’s building was built in the 1800s, but the O’Lydia’s people truly saw the potential. There’s a four season patio and 13 large flat screen TVs. O’Lydia’s has some interesting stuff on their menu, including a Reuben mac, Nashville hot chicken mac, and a triple “B” burger.

O’Lydia’s a late night menu, weekend brunch, the obligatory Friday fish fry, and good specials like Thursday Burger Night. They don’t say much about drinks, so I would come here more for Irish pub grub than for serious craft brew tasting.

Oscar’s Pub & Grill (1712 West Pierce Street). Oscar’s website was blocked by my antivirus, but don’t take that personally…my antivirus blocks anything with capital letters on it. Anyway, they’re the first I’ve seen here to mention Bloody Marys, which are popular in Milwaukee. Oscar’s actually garnishes Bloody Marys with mozzarella and bacon, which should be obvious. They also boast about fresh cut fries, and (wait for it) a Friday fish fry.

So if you like burgers and Bloody Marys, you could do worse than Oscar’s.

 

Steny’s Tavern (800 South Second Street). Steny’s calls itself Milwaukee’s #1 Sports Bar, which is a pretty bold statement. But they definitely don’t mess around…get your wings brined, fried, sauced and/or baked, and with sauces that include butter garlic parmesan, Carolina gold and lemon pepper. Lots of other great stuff on the menu too, like specialty pizzas, shareable apps platters, double burgers, and salads.

Steny’s has a very impressive craft beer and drinks list, as the #1 sports bar in Milwaukee should. They shuttle fans to every Brewers game. Don’t forget to get the hand stamp though.

Who’s on Third (1007 North King Drive). Who’s On Third also claims to be Milwaukee’s #1 sports bar. They were ranked in the Top 19 in America by Business Insider, so they’re not alone in liking their establishment. The menu features spicy mac and cheese, a nice selection of salads, half pound burgers and sandwiches, and chef’s gumbo. They also have a late night menu of apps if you’re hungry after the game, and the drinks menu features a lot of fancy cocktails. Might be a good place to impress a date.

Wurstbar MKE (1239 East Brady Street). Instead of deciding between two sports bars that call themselves #1, you could go to the Wurstbar in Milwaukee (snort). Wurstbar MKE is on Brady Street, which they call a lively entertainment district. Fair enough. They’re one of the eateries that do tailgates as well.

Their menu features neat apps like crab Rangoon dip and mini corn dogs, and they have several wursts as you would expect…German style, jalapeno popper, and “Miltown”, which was featured on A&E’s Best In Chow. Wurstbar has a Sunday brunch with breakfast items too. They have multiple shuttles, so in theory you shouldn’t be waiting long.

 

American Family Field Shuttles: West Milwaukee + West Allis

Aris Sports Bar (1657 South 108th Street, West Allis). The Aris Sports Bar is part of the Pallas restaurant, so you don’t get confused. They have separate menus, but you can get burgers, ribs, steaks, and Greek specialties like souvlaki and gyros at the sports bar. For breakfast on Sundays you can get Greek breakfast burritos. All good. If you’d like a fancier meal, you can go to the Pallas. It’s not far.

The Aris has a BBQ menu too, with sandwiches and platters of pork, smoked turkey and sausage. Good place for a nice meal and a ride.

Braun’s Power House (7100 West National Avenue, West Allis). Braun’s has bar grub and breakfasts, and their prices are a tad more reasonable than most. Their specials include Build A Burger Mondays, starting at just $3! Better yet, 32 oz. beers for just five bucks, at least according to their Facebook header. Apps include powerhouse nachos, loaded waffle fries, and bacon-wrapped water chestnuts. True. They also have boneless wings with multiple sauces and dry rubs, smash burgers, and that ubiquitous Milwaukee Friday fish fry.

Braun’s is a good spot if you’re going cheap, which is probably a factor in your taking a shuttle in the first place, right?

Flapper’s Bar (7527 West Becher Street, West Allis). Flapper’s doesn’t tell the public much about its bar, except that it’s a “fun kinda joint”, which might be good enough. They do offer free pool (as in billiards, I assume) and drink specials until 6:00 PM some nights. You can get baked or deep fried cod, chicken fajita quesadillas, or wonton wrapped mozzarella logs. There are a lot of pics of food on their FB page, so you could have a look at that.

 

Liquid Johnny’s (540 South 76th Street, West Allis). Liquid Johnny’s pronounces itself “The Best Fish Fry In Town”, a bold claim indeed, and they have a page on their menu dedicated to it. They have other stuff too, of course…like ”frickles”, wings with a variety of dipping sauces, burgers and sandwiches. The beer list isn’t too shabby…multiple premium beers on tap and in bottles, and they have some hard seltzers too.

Liquid Johnny’s has some neat specials…the Burger of The Month as I write this is the “Almost Elvis Burger”. It’s topped with peanut butter, bacon and cheddar. Eat like the King.

Lucky’s Ice House (4238 West Orchard Avenue, West Milwaukee). Lucky’s, like many places, brags on their Friday Fish Fry too. But I’m not complaining about pics of fried perch and tater tots. Lucky’s menu also features apps like “haystack onions”, wraps, sandwiches, and burgers. The “Who Hot Burger” looks good if you’re into spicy. There’s also salads for healthier sorts.

Lucky’s adds a gratuity to parties of six or more. Something to be aware of if you are many.

National Pizza Pub and Grille (Best Western) (5501 West National Avenue). The National Pizza Pub and Grille is part of the Best Western Milwaukee West, making it easy for guests to eat and get to the game. They have a lot of specialty pizzas, like Buffalo chicken, Mexican fiesta, and Reuben (!). It’s not just pizza though, they also have steaks, ribs and fish, as well as multiple burgers and sandwiches. Their apps include Reuben rolls and pulled pork bites. And wings. They actually have a chef here.

This place is pretty reasonable, and with the varied menu it should be good for families. And of course, super convenient if you’re staying at the Best Western.

Paulie’s Pub & Eatery (8031 West Greenfield Avenue, West Allis). Forget Milwaukee…Paulie’s calls itself the “best pub and eatery in Southeastern Wisconsin!” Stretch your horizons! Paulie’s features live music and entertainment, 18 beers on tap, and a location near the state park, so that does bolster the case a bit.

The menu includes wings with…let me see here…12 sauces and seasonings. There’s nachos with beef, chicken or pork, pizzas, and double burgers with multiple toppings. There’s also specialty sandwiches like the Ultimate Grilled Cheese. And a Friday fish fry, as required if you’re gonna call yourself the best.

 

American Family Field Shuttles: Wauwatosa + West Wauwatosa

Camp Bar Wauwatosa (6600 West North Avenue). The Camp Bar offers an interesting twist…it’s designed like a log cabin lodge, with a fireplace, moose head in the wall, etc. They have an impressive selection of beers and microbrews, and signature drinks include the “Camp Bar Side Car” and a 22 oz. Bloody Mary. They have a small selection of food…pizzas and apps like tots and Buffalo chicken bites. Great place to go for atmosphere, and in Milwaukee a fireplace can always come in handy.

Jackson’s Blue Ribbon Pub (11302 West Blue Mound Road). The Jackson’s folks are modest. They claim to be “known for our lively and inviting atmosphere, excellent quality food and great service.” Sounds good to me. The menu includes Macho Nachos, wings with nine seasoning/sauce selections, brisket sandwiches, Reubens, and pizza. They seem to have a better selection of wines than most, and a decent beer selection.

Jackson’s is also closest of all of the shuttle bars to the County Zoo, if you’re making a day of that.

McBob’s Pub & Grill (4919 West North Avenue). Who’s “McBob”? It’s owner Christine McRoberts, who has made the place a staple in Milwaukee. They share a customer’s claim that “McBob’s has simply the absolute best corned beef this side of heaven”. The menu is definitely Irish pub fare: Scotch eggs, Irish spring rolls, Reubens, Irish meatloaf and corned beef hash are all here. They have typically American burgers, nachos, and sandwiches too. McBob’s has some nice specials…Happy Hours most days, with $3 tap beer and a $5 limited app menu.

McBob’s does Friday fish frys too, and they’re gluten-free even.

 

American Family Field Shuttles: From A Bit Farther Away

Credit these taverns for literally going the extra mile:

Fin N Feather (4060 West Loomis Road). Fin N Feather has lengthy Happy Hours…like noon to 6:00 PM on Fridays. Other than free billiards though, they don’t specify what’s cheaper, but hey, free pool is good. They don’t say much about the menu on their Facebook page, other than Luige’s pizza with typical toppings. The reviewers seem to agree that the value for drinks here is pretty good, so it might be a good thrifty place to try.

Friends on Forest Home (5614 West Forest Home Avenue, Greenfield). Maybe not the most electric name for a sports bar, but it’s what we have in Greenfield. The shuttle is only for Friday and Saturday home games, so keep that in mind. I can’t find much about their menu, but reviewers praise the food and drink prices. There’s also a lot of activities going on with them, so you can follow their Facebook page to see if anything entices you to visit Greenfield.

Milwaukee Brat House (4022 North Oakland Avenue, Shorewood). This is the “other” location of the aforementioned Brat House; they have a shuttle too but it may take a little longer. The menu is similar; there’s a jalapeno popper mac and cheese brat that looks amazing and lots of other sausages. Signature burgers and chicken sandwiches, fish fry Fridays, and some decent Happy Hour specials. This one does tailgates too.

Again, their specialty is definitely sausages, and if you’re into brats it’s probably the place to be.

Redbar (2245 East Street Francis Avenue, St Francis). Redbar is part of the Saucy Swine restaurant, but the Redbar itself has a dine-in menu. The Saucy Swine is a popular BBQ joint with the locals, with six house sauces, especially since there aren’t many Brewers shuttles in this part of town. Some very unusual apps here, like Korean fried Brussels sprouts, pork belly bites, and bacon cheese bombs. Try the “Queben” sandwich.

 

American Family Field Shuttles: Hotels

I have to imagine there are other hotels in Milwaukee with complimentary shuttle service, but here’s the roster of hotels I found that mention the Brewers:

Ambassador Hotel (2308 West Wisconsin Avenue). The Ambassador is easy to find with the cool old-fashioned sign on the roof. They boast of the largest hotel rooms in the area, extreme high speed internet, and Apple TV in each room. There’s actually three places to eat here, for whatever your mood, or you could just walk to a McDonald’s or Taco Bell if you’ve spent too much on the hotel room.

The Ambassador is a nice departure from typical hotel chains (although it is Wyndham), and while it’s not cheap, it’s not out of this world expensive. Incidentally, they extend free parking and shuttle service to anyone who dines there, so no need to stay the night.

Best Western Milwaukee West (5501 West National Avenue, West Milwaukee). As described earlier, the Best Western is where you can find the National Pizza Pub and Grille, so they have an eatery with your Brewers ride. Like most Best Westerns, this one is reasonable, and it’s actually pretty close to the ballpark. They say it’s walking distance…it’s about a mile, so judge that for yourself.

The rooms have cable TV (STOP THE CAR!!!), can have kitchenettes, and include a free breakfast. (It’s the typical hotel breakfast, which for free isn’t bad.) There’s also an indoor pool, fun for the kids. And a pizza joint.

 

Brewhouse Inn & Suites (1215 North 10th Street). The Brewhouse Inn & Suites is actually the site of the original Pabst Blue Ribbon Brewery. It’s now a hotel…but the best part is you can get craft brews there. Nice rooms, too…kitchenettes, brick walls and large windows. Stays include a complimentary buffet breakfast, but there is a fee for parking.

The Brewhouse has their own restaurant (On Tap), with pub grub like beer-brined wings, specialty pizzas and a Blue Ribbon Burger. They have over 40 craft beers and signature cocktails. Game day specials too. Definitely worth a look if you’re visiting Milwaukee, enjoy good beer, and are planning a Brewers game.

Hampton Inn & Suites Milwaukee West (8201 West Greenfield Avenue, West Allis). Hampton says that “American Family Field ballgames are five minutes from our door via free shuttle.” So it’s clearly a selling point. Hampton Inns are generally pretty nice places, and this one includes a free hot breakfast, an indoor pool, EV charging, free parking, and even room service.

They don’t actually have a restaurant on the site (I don’t think), but there’s quite a few eateries right here, including Big Deal Burgers & Custard, Peace & Love Sourdough, McDonald’s (!), and the aforementioned Paulie’s Pub with their own shuttle. Win-win!

Sonesta Milwaukee West Wauwatosa (10499 West Innovation Drive, Wauwatosa). The Sonesta is actually a pet-friendly hotel, although I’m not sure what you’d do with your dog during the game. They also go above and beyond just a shuttle to games…the Sonesta offers a Brewers package, which includes a bucket of beer, complimentary transportation to the game, and a “ballpark buffet”…I’m not sure what that includes.

Sonesta has an indoor pool and hot tub, and free parking. It seems geared to business travelers, but hey, Brewers fans mean business. Their “Innovation” restaurant is closed as I write this, but Ally’s Power House Café is very close if a meal is in your plans.

 

Whew! Well there you have it fans; your complete list of shuttle options for Milwaukee Brewers home games. In case it matters to you, the Brewers offer a downloadable map of drop-off points at the ballpark; you can find that here.

Thanks for reading…I know I went long here! But plenty more where that came from. Check out more American Family Field tips here, including this useful post on parking at Brewers games, some helpful tailgating tips, and some info when you’re bringing the kids!

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If you’re planning a trip to a Milwaukee Brewers home game, or even if you’re a regular at American Family Field, here are some essential Brewers parking tips. There’s some valuable info here you should know…most importantly, that American Family Field is a very big tailgating destination. (More about that here.)

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American Family Field Parking Tip #1) Arrive as early as you can. All of the lots open three hours prior to the game. You’ll see a long line of cars waiting for the parking gates to open, as Brewers fans itch to fire up the grill. One reason to get there early, other than joining the party, is to keep from sitting in your car for too long.

The American Family Field parking lots have over 12,000 spaces. For most games, you shouldn’t have a problem landing a parking spot. But if you want a decent spot, less walking and a lesser wait, you will need to get there about three hours or more prior to game time. For prime games like Opening Day or against the Chicago Cubs, you’ll need to get there sooner than that.

 

There’s things to do, outside of drinking beer, grilling sausages or throwing frisbees, to keep yourself or the kids busy before the first pitch. If you’re a baseball history buff, see the statues for Hank Aaron, Robin Yount, Bud Selig, and Bob Uecker. In Brewers Lot 1, the Brewers marked the spot where Hank Aaron’s 755th home run landed. There’s also a memorial to three workers who lost their lives in the 1999 crane collapse during the ballpark’s construction.

Helfaer Field is a baseball field near the main entrance of the ballpark, on the footprint of old County Stadium. There’s usually activity going on you can watch, and a kids playground nearby. Or obviously you can join the tailgating party. It beats sitting in your car waiting for the long line.

 

American Family Field Parking Tip #2) Book your parking in advance (and spring for preferred parking lots). The Brewers have a colorful parking map on their website. Their parking lots are named after Brewers greats like Yount, Molitor, Thomas and others.

Milwaukee Brewers parking is relatively inexpensive by baseball standards, although it is pricier for weekend and Marquee games. For a few extra dollars, you can get a preferred spot. As of 2023, general parking rates range from $13 to $40. Preferred parking passes especially are significantly cheaper when you order in advance.

Most of the Preferred lots are just off of I-94, and surround Helfaer Field and the home plate entrance. They also include the Miller and Gantner lots off of 44th Street. Preferred parking is closer to the ballpark, with easier access to I-94 afterward. Most fans will tell you it’s worth the few extra bucks.

The Molitor lot is usually an easier exit than the Yount or Uecker lots. Use the Aaron or Thomas lot to be close to the home plate gate.

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If you’re not in a preferred lot, you’ll likely have to walk on a pedestrian bridge to cross either the Menomonee River or I-94, and it’s a fair bit of walking. There’s nothing wrong with the scenery though—at the foot of the bridge crossing I-94 are blocks of Brewers history, and crossing the Menomonee passes by the Sausage Haus and tailgate pavilions.

Like the Uecker seats inside the ballpark, there’s also a Uecker Lot. It’s in the southeast corner of the cheaper lots, and it is probably the furthest from the park. If you have mobility troubles, you can use a shuttle service that the Brewers provide; call their Guest Relations hotline.

For groups on a bus or RV, the American Family Lot just south of the ballpark is dedicated for bus parking. It costs a chunk of change, but again, you can order parking in advance at a significant discount. The oversized vehicles lot does not have tailgating grids, but people still party there.

 

If you need accessible parking spaces, they’re in the preferred lots close to the home plate entrance. Motorcyclists can park in the Cooper lot near Helfaer Field.

Finally, while there is free parking on streets around the American Family Field area, it’s a ways from the ballpark. For free street parking at Brewers games, your best bet is probably north of the ballpark on Blue Mound Road, or the side streets off of Blue Mound.

If you don’t want to do the walk, you can use one of the tavern shuttle services, like from Kelly’s Bleachers. (You can read about a few of those here.)

 

American Family Field Parking Tip #3) Use the right route. American Family Field is so essential Milwaukee that it has its very own interchange, exit 308B directly off of I-94, called Stadium Way/Brewers Boulevard (formerly Miller Park Way). Stadium Way is only called such near the ballpark; north of I-94 it is U.S. Route 41, and if you go far enough south it becomes 43rd Street.

The roads circling the lots are Selig Drive to the north and Frederick Miller Way to the south; these driveways are accessible from several other roads in the area. Some of the connecting roads are one-way, inward before and outward after the game.

The Brewers provide directions on their website from each locality, from Green Bay to Chicago. They all end with getting to I-94 and exiting at the ballpark. Which is fine, but know that most everyone drives to American Family Field, and most of them use I-94. As I’ve said, if you’re not early enough, you could run into some traffic backups.

 

Skip this bit if you use Google Maps or another GPS and know where you’re going…but here’s a few alternate routes if you’re behind schedule:

– Coming from west on I-94, get off one exit early at 308A. (The exit is on the left side of the highway.) At the end of the ramp, turn right on Gen. Mitchell/Parkway Drive, which ends at Frederick Miller Way and the west lots.

– Coming from west or east, U.S. Route 18 runs parallel to I-94 north of the park; it is Blue Mound Road on the west side before it merges with Wisconsin Avenue to the east. From Blue Mound just west of Brewers Way, you can turn onto N. Story Parkway and then make a left onto Yount Drive. From Yount Drive you can quickly enter the less expensive Molitor lot, or take it to Selig Drive and the north preferred lots. Very few people use Yount Drive to get to the preferred lots, so you should have little waiting time.

You can also use General Mitchell Boulevard from Blue Mound, which ends at Fred Miller Way as described above.

– From the south or Mitchell Airport, try I-894/I-43 (the Airport Freeway) and exit at Loomis Road/WI-36 north. Turn left onto Loomis and make an immediate left onto 43rd St. 43rd becomes Stadium Way with not too much traffic.

– Coming from points east (including I-43), use Canal Street, which runs parallel to I-94. Canal Street leads directly to the ballpark (often with less traffic than I-94), where it turns into Fred Miller Way at the cheaper lots entrance. This is often an easier exit too.

– From the north on I-41, you can bypass the I-94 interchange and instead use I-43 south of the ballpark; from there you can exit at 43rd St./Stadium Way; you can enter via the easier-to-exit south lots.

One more thing: construction is frequent in Wisconsin. Pay attention to alerts if you can on the Wisconsin Department of Transportation website or @BernieBrewer.

 

American Family Field Parking Tip #4) Bring your tailgating supplies. You’ll want to participate in the tailgating. Smelling all of the sausages cooking will make you ravenous.

I’ve written a separate post about the amazing tailgating scene and what you should know, but this is just a reminder to bring supplies. People in discussion forums asking about Brewers games are told to get a disposable grill, charcoal and some Johnsonville, Usinger’s or Klement’s brats.

If you aren’t a tailgating pro (don’t worry; you’ll be surrounded by them), there are several places to find minimal survival equipment.

There is a Metcalfe’s Market on State Street north of the park that is a popular place to get brats. You can stop by Cousins Subs on Wisconsin Avenue or George Webb on Greenfield Avenue for sandwiches. There are a few more takeout joints south of the ballpark on Stadium Way/43rd Street.

The Milwaukee Public Market is a five minute drive away, and features lots of great stuff from local vendors. You can park there for free for a half hour if you can pick up your stuff fast.

Coming from Chicago on I-94, there is a Mars Cheese Castle tourist type of store in Kenosha that has any kind of links, cheese and snacks you need. Love that place…lots of great eats.

 

American Family Field Parking Tip #5) Keep your eyes open when leaving. The tailgating party often continues after the game, as the lots gradually empty. People do sometimes leave grills (and other unmentionable stuff) out in the parking lot. On your way out it’s a good idea to keep an eye out for both people and equipment. The Brewers clear the lot an hour after the game.

Should your car fail to start after the game or if you lock your keys in it, MT Towing & Recovery will do their best to help you out free of charge, although you’ll have to spring for towing or repairs. Contact a police officer or Brewers Guest Relations (414-902-4900).

 

Finally, if you’ve had a few too many and shouldn’t drive home, you can call the Brewers’ Guest Relations. They’ll order a cab ride for you if they see the need. Whether they’ll let you leave their car in the lot, you’d have to ask them. It is against Brewers policy, but they might allow it if you ask nicely and get your car out of there before the next game.

There you go my friends; hopefully that helps you in your next trip…remember, when it comes to attending Brewers games, preparation is everything!

 

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There is no pre-game party in baseball like the American Family Field tailgating. It’s not even close.

There’s a decent amount of grilling in the parking lot of Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago, and things seem to be growing at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia a bit. But nowhere is the tailgating every bit a baseball institution as natural grass the way it is at a Brewers game.

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If you’re headed to Milwaukee to see the Brewers, you should take part in it, because walking through the huge parking lots, the smell of coal and brats is going to make you ravenous.

So as a public service, I’m offering five important tips for tailgaters at American Family Field. If I miss an important one, by all means contact me and let me know, but these five should at least help you avoid a tailgating fail.

American Family Field Tailgating, Tip #1: Boil Your Brats Beforehand. The American Family Field lots open three hours before game time, which is a good amount of time for tailgating, but not a lot if you’re cooking raw meat on the grill that took you a few minutes to fire up.

So get your Usinger’s or Johnsonville brats beforehand, and boil them in beer and water the night before—a beer for every two brats, with maybe some onion and red pepper for extra taste. It takes a while—I’ve read an hour, but I’ve cooked sausages in 20 minutes, so decide for yourself.

Once you’ve boiled the brats to a gray color, all that will be needed is to brown them on the grill at the ballpark, which takes significantly less time in an environment where people will be finding bricks appetizing.

In fact, prepare everything you can the night before, like slicing cheese and putting food into containers or footballs in the car. Hey, I told you Brewers fans take this seriously. Being prepared for a Brewers tailgate takes some work.

 

American Family Field Tailgating, Tip #2: Bring Secret Stadium Sauce. OK, not everyone loves the most popular condiment in Milwaukee. It’s not even necessarily for you. You can bring sauerkraut, Kopp’s deli mustard, even ketchup, but a nearby tailgater might have forgotten the Secret Stadium Sauce, or you may come across a first-time visitor to American Family Field who wants to know what the fuss is about with the Sauce.

Secret Stadium Sauce is usually available in most supermarkets in the Milwaukee area; it’s also available in the Team Shop, which opens when the parking lots do in case of an emergency. You can also order it on Amazon.

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American Family Field Tailgating, Tip #3: Arrive EARLY. I’ve already said that Brewers fans take their tailgating seriously, and that the lots open three hours before game time. Add the two together and the sum is a long line of cars in line at most of the gates, especially for the cheaper lots. These are people itching to get their tent and grill set up and will arrive an hour before the lots open to be the first ones in.

Most people don’t pre-pay to get in to the lots, so attendants are making change for most of them. Bring a book to read if you must while you’re waiting, but try to get to American Family at least a half an hour before the lots open.

 

American Family Field Tailgating, Tip #4: Drink Miller Products, But Don’t Imbibe Too Much After The First Hour. Many Brewers fans insist on Miller products vs. the Budweiser Empire that has helped fund 11 World Series titles for the division rival Cardinals. I at least would recommend taking a step up to Leinenkugel’s, a Chippewa Falls brewery that is now distributed by Miller. Needless to say, have plenty of ice.

But whatever your preference, make sure that you get the majority of beer consumption out of the way early. The parking lots at American Family Field have an ample amount of port-a-potties to accommodate tailgaters’ needs, but once that parking lot is filled with beer drinkers an hour before the game, lines will form.

And waiting in line for relief after four beers can make a minute seem like an hour. We’ve all been there. Don’t be at Level Ten with three other people just as full in front of you.

 

American Family Field Tailgating, Tip #5: Put A Window Flag On Your Car. This is a common tradition at Brewers games. Not only will it help you find your car (which, if you need help with, maybe you shouldn’t be driving), but you can also let people know that you’re a proud fan of the Timbler-Rattlers, Harley-Davidson, or Matt Kenseth. (I know that last one is obscure. Matt Kenseth is a NASCAR driver from Wisconsin. Yes, NASCAR’s still around.)

Needless to say, it should be unique…it’s okay to have a Brewers flag, of course, but that won’t necessarily make you stand out in the American Family Field parking lot.

Those are the five American Family Field tailgating tips that I consider most important, although obviously there’s other things to know…like that the Brewers will provide a taxicab ride home if you’ve had too much to drink, or that AAA of Wisconsin will give you a free tow if you can’t get your car started, or that you need to be careful leaving because people leave disposable grills everywhere.

Join the party in the parking lot; in Milwaukee, a ballgame is an all-day celebration.

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Hopefully this site has provided some great American Family Field tips for your next visit to the fine home of the Brewers. If you’re not from Milwaukee, here are some great American Family Field photo-ops for your visit…

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American Family Field Photo-Ops, #1) Sitting With Uecker. Recently the Brewers added a statue of a seated Bob Uecker at the very, very top of the stands behind home plate. It’s based on a Miller Lite commercial from many years ago where Uke gets ejected from the good seats, but he looks very relaxed at the top.

This is a very popular photo-op here, so there will likely be someone available to take the photo for you.

 

American Family Field Photo-Ops, #2: The Construction Workers Statue. During the construction of then-Miller Park, three construction workers lost their lives in the Big Blue crane accident, when a crane toppled and crashed in windy conditions. The ballpark’s opening was delayed a year as the team recovered and cleaned up the mess from the crane.

Today William R. DeGrave, Jerome Starr, and Jeffrey A. Wischer are memorialized in a statue of their likenesses, which is found near the front entrance. It is fitting that the Brewers recognized that tragic day.

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American Family Field Photo-Ops, #3: The Racing Sausages. There are a lot of noisy between-innings promotions during Brewers games, but don’t miss the Klement’s racing sausages in the middle of the sixth inning.

In the race five Brewers employees dress up as the Racing Sausages mascots: a hot dog, a brat, a Polish sausage, an Italian sausage and a chorizo, and then race around the foul territory of the ballpark.

The Racing Sausages hang out in the parking lots with the tailgaters before the game, so it’s a great opportunity to pose with one.

 

American Family Field Photo-Ops, #4: Autograph Alley. Autograph Alley is located near the Third Base Entrance, not far from TGI Friday’s. It is a wall of baseballs signed by the game’s superstars, other celebrities, and people who purchased a ball to sign.

You can spend some time here looking at the signatures, some of which are amusing, or you can go to the Brewers’ website beforehand to find the location of any signed ball you may be looking for. Some big names here include Alice Cooper, Muhammad Ali, Joe DiMaggio and of course Robert Grzeszkiewicz.

 

I left out some other things I liked—like Helfaer Field outside the ballpark, the interactive Bud Selig tribute, and the Kids Zone. Check them all out; wander around this ballpark. It’s got plenty to amuse you.

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If you somehow manage to pass through the Brewers game tailgating and still have room in your stomach, there is still an outstanding selection of American Family Field food too. Most anything you’d be interested in eating at the ballgame, and possibly a few things you’d never want to eat at a ballpark, is available here.

The bratwurst culture is huge in Wisconsin and American Family Field is no exception; you know sausages are popular in a ballpark where people in sausage costumes race in the sixth inning of every game. But other than as an ingredient in the “bratchos”, I’m going to suggest a few alternatives, because not even I can live by brats alone.

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American Family Field Food, Tip #1: The AJ Bombers Burger. Any burger joint that wants to differentiate themselves from McDonald’s is going to mention that their burgers are “fresh”, and AJ Bombers, the eatery with an outpost at the ballpark, is no exception.

But there is something to be said for that; an AJ Bomber’s burger is the right kind of juicy, with toppings ranging from bacon, cheese, Schlitz onions and peanut butter. (Yes, you read that right.)

You have to wait a bit for an AJ’s burger, and there’s no view of the ballgame from here, so get your fix taken care of before game time…and wash it down with a concrete.

 

American Family Field Food, Tip #2: Sargento Cheese Curds. Because you’re in Wisconsin, right? Hot Cheese stands used to be the home of some neat variations of the grilled cheese sandwich and cheese curds. Recently the Brewers reduced the confusion with just simple Sargento Cheese Curds stands, selling the fried and battered cheddar cheese nuggets in various flavors like ranch, sriracha and mesquite BBQ.

If you’re not from Wisconsin, think fried cheese sticks or cheese balls but in nuggets form. A very popular thing around these parts.

 

American Family Field Food, Tip #3: Bratchos. My apologies for not having a picture of the bratchos. I couldn’t find a basket on display, and I couldn’t order one after the AJ Bombers burger and a plate of Rounding Third wings.

But the bratchos are not to be passed up on otherwise. It’s new at Brewers games as of 2015…and new as a food item that I’ve ever seen. Bratchos are kettle chips covered with four kinds of crumbled sausage (chorizo, Italian, Polish, and bratwurst, the staples at Brewers games), cheese sauce, sour cream, jalapenos, and sauerkraut.

It’s pretty much like a mishmash of a loaded brat with chips, but I’ve never seen them combined before. As professional eaters say when eating odd foods together, it all ends up in the same place anyway.

Those are three unusual and tasty stuffs on the American Family Field food menu, but there’s a lot more, like the Smoke Shack Ham Dinger, J. Agave’s tacos and the inimitable Zaffiro’s pizza. Stay tuned.

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Ask 30 sports travelers which city has the best baseball fans and you may get 30 different answers.

Some might tell you Boston is full of fans who will be happy to pay a hefty price to see a winning team. Or that Philadelphia is full of fans who work the hardest to intimidate opponents and opposing fans. Or that the north side of Chicago has the most patient fans in the known universe.

But if you want to see some evidence of a truly certifiable and dedicated fan base, check out the Arctic Tailgate in Milwaukee, a yearly event that takes place the day Brewers tickets go on sale.

Yes, that means what you think it means. Fans set up tents on concrete outside of the American Family Field ticket windows. In February. In Wisconsin. To buy baseball tickets that can now be bought online in the comfort of their homes.

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So there are probably 20 people in tents waiting in line, right? Read this from the Brewers website: The first 2,000 fans in line will receive a hot dog and small soda, compliments of Klement’s, Pepsi and Sportservice, as well as an Arctic Tailgate t-shirt.

A small soda.

In 2014, the Brewers sold 91,000 tickets on the day of the Arctic Tailgate. This on a day when the temperature was six degrees. In 2015, the Brewers decided that the weather was too cold for overnight camping, even for Brewers fans. And people still got in line and bought 101,000 tickets by 3:00 PM that day.

These people are surely aware that they can just shell out a few extra bucks on StubHub for Opening Day tickets. If nothing else, Brewers fans are a thrifty bunch. But to them, that isn’t the point. They just want to be the first each year to celebrate Brewers baseball.

 

You don’t need to see people sitting on concrete in freezing cold to know what a dedicated fan base the Brewers have. You can witness it in any regular season game at American Family Field. After three hours of a tailgating scene unmatched in baseball, Brewers fans are as loud as any.

But if you want to pronounce Milwaukee fans to be the best in baseball, the Arctic Tailgate gives you a pretty strong argument.

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Sausages at American Family Field are available in four varieties for varying tastes. There is the Wisconsin brat, the Italian, the Polish, and the Mexican chorizo. The four flavors are very different, but according to most accounts, the one thing that makes them all taste better is the Secret Stadium Sauce.

Secret Stadium Sauce is a Milwaukee institution, carried over from the days at Milwaukee County Stadium. It is a blend of water, tomato paste, corn syrup, vinegar, a blend of spices and capsicum. It’s something like a barbecue sauce, but not quite.

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The story of its creation is one of necessity being the mother of invention: close to 40 years ago, the team’s concessions were running out of ketchup and mustard, so a vendor named Rick Abramson put together a concoction of ketchup, mustard, smoked syrup and barbecue sauce, slapped it all together, and became president of Delaware North Companies Sportservice. Now there’s a company that recognizes genius when they see it.

Indeed, baseball authorities Tony Kubek and Bob Costas would trade off broadcasting duties when announcing games in Milwaukee, so they could each enjoy their brats with Secret Stadium Sauce without enduring endlessly long seconds of delay between bites.

Like the Ballpark Mustard in Cleveland, the Secret Stadium Sauce is available in local grocery stores in Milwaukee, which means that there is no shortage of it in the world-class tailgating scene of American Family Field parking lots.

Condiments – bringing people together.

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If you’re doing a Brewers game in Milwaukee for the first time, here are some American Family Field tips for newbies … things I definitely wished I knew in my first couple of visits to the place. Like that there’s no baseball town like Milwaukee…and there may be no better fans in baseball.

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American Family Field Tip #1: There are lots of really cheap seats. If you don’t mind missing the tailgating scene or the pre-game bars, you can get a Uecker seat on game day for just a buck; the seats are in Sections 421 and 422 and are obstructed by very large support beams, but if it’s too awful you can wander and find a good standing spot. You did get in for just a buck after all.

But there’s also the Bernie’s Terrace seats that are at rock bottom prices too, partly because of the obstruction of Bernie’s slide and the distance from home plate. Again, you can still wander, and you can buy those seats in advance and take advantage of the pre-game scene without getting in a ticket line.

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American Family Field Tip #2: Sit in the Loge Box for the best value. If you would prefer to nail down a decent seat, the Loge level at American Family Field is a great value. They’re right on top of the action, almost as if you were on the field level anyway, and equivalent seats at Yankee Stadium would probably go for quadruple the price.

This is a popular spot for Brewers fans, and chances are you’ll be surrounded by some noisy ones.

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American Family Field Tip #3: Use a shuttle or tailgate. The tailgating at a Brewers game is like no other in baseball…long lines form at the gates well before they open, and within minutes after opening grills and tents and tables of food are set up, music is playing and corn hole games take over the lot. The Brewers even encourage it with coal bins and occasional giveaways.

But if you’re not necessarily into standing outside, there are a plethora of bars and restaurants that give patrons a lift to the ballpark, and many of them get crowded and feature a great pre-game scene. There’s a dance floor at Kelly’s Bleachers, a bowling alley at J&B’s Blue Ribbon, and billiards at Steve’s on Blue Mound.

Whether you’re in the parking lot or at a nearby tavern, a Brewers game is an all-day celebration.

 

American Family Field Tip #4: Try Bernie’s Bombers burgers. Not knocking the bratchos, the loaded baked potatoes or the other great food items at the Brewers’ ballpark, but Bernie’s Bombers is it for burgers…fresh burgers with rotating toppings named for Brewers players or for visiting team cities. The concretes are fantastic too.

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American Family Field Tip #5: Bring the kids. Miller Park is not only very wallet friendly, there are lots of mascots and games for kids. (More about bringing the kids here.)

There’s the Associated Bank Kids Zone where kids can participate in a Sausage Race and sit in a huge glove, and Bernie’s Clubhouse with padded play areas for smaller kids. Not to mention all of the mascots they can pose with and the Helfaer Field playground outside of the ballpark. And of course, there’s lots of sugar in the American Family Field menu.

There you go, five tips for newbies visiting American Family Field in Milwaukee; although, of course I would be remiss if I forgot to mention to be in your seat in the middle of the sixth for that crazy Sausage Race. The fans love it, and you can pose with the racing sausages in the parking lot.

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If you’re a parent, you really should visit American Family Field for a Brewers game with kids; it’s one of the most kid-friendly ballparks in baseball, and the Brewers do a lot to bring in young fans.

Here’s just a few things you should know…

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Brewers Game With Kids, Tip #1) Join The Club. The Brew Crew, like most teams, go after the young ones early with a Kids Club. For a very reasonable fee, your kid gets six ticket vouchers in the Terrace Reserved seats, good for most weekday games. It’s great if you plan to take the little one to the ballpark a few times. (And they’ll probably want to go back.)

The young one also gets a lanyard, a water bottle, a wallet to hold all that money he’s saving on tickets, and a poster, not to mention all of the exclusive stuff like be in a pregame parade, tour the ballpark, and get a picture with the racing sausages. Not a bad deal at all.

It’s very popular, so get on it well before spring training starts.

 

Brewers Game With Kids, Tip #2) Three Play Areas. On the Field Level at American Family Field is the U.S. Cellular Power Playground, where kids can participate in a race to first base or a small scale Sausage Race, sit in a huge glove or mock-up dugout for a photo, or use the pitching and batting cage. It will definitely keep the little ones occupied for a while.

On the Terrace Level is Bernie Brewer’s Clubhouse, an equally fun play and concession area full of padded stuff for smaller kids. It’s a hike to get there, but if you’re using your Terrace seats from the club you’ll be on that level already.

Outside of the ballpark there is a playground at Helfaer Field too, so the kids can burn off a bunch of energy while you’re waiting for the gates to open.

With all of these places to play here, they might actually want to sit in their seats for the game afterward! Be sure to check out my American Family Field seating guide for more about that.

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Brewers Game With Kids, Tip #3) Kid Promotions. The Brewers also run frequent promotions for kids; they can run the bases on Sundays, get autographs from a Brewers player on certain dates, or have their birthday celebration at the game. If you want to run the bases, sitting on the first base side puts you closer to the line.

There are contests to be an announcer for an inning, or pose on the field with a Brewer, listed on the Brewers website. These promotions are popular, so you should hop on them early.

One last thing: when a Brewer hits a home run, poke the kid and tell him to look up to Bernie’s Terrace in upper left field, where Bernie will slide down into the lower terrace. Everyone loves it.

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