Morgan Ellis
Chicago, Illinois
8/16/2026
Perfect for GroupsCozy Taproom
Cozy taproom with a surprisingly deep lager list. Would crawl here again in a heartbeat.
Community listingContract Brewery
The Crafter Space
1550 N Warren Ave Apt 114, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53202-2298
Dog FriendlyOutdoor Seating / Fire PitsFood Trucks / Full KitchenFamily / Kid FriendlyLive Music & EventsGamesNA / Wine / CiderWiFiSports TVs / Game DayWheelchair Accessible
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Quick Vibe & Venue Facts
- Independent Status
- Independent Contract Brewery listing
- Pet Policy
- Dogs not listed — confirm with the venue before visiting.
- Food Options
- Daily Rotating Food Trucks & BYOF Friendly
- Family Policy
- All Ages / Kid Friendly until 8 PM
- Parking & Transit
- Transit-friendly location with nearby street parking.
On tap
What’s on tap right now
6 pouring
| Beer | Style | ABV | Notes | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| River Porter Toffee, cocoa nibs, and a gentle roast. | Porter | 5.6% | Toffee, cocoa nibs, and a gentle roast. | On Tap |
| Zero Gravity Hop-forward and sessionable without the buzz. | NA IPA | 0.6% | Hop-forward and sessionable without the buzz. | On Tap |
| Westbound Pine, grapefruit peel, and a crisp dry finish. | West Coast IPA | 7.2% | Pine, grapefruit peel, and a crisp dry finish. | On Tap |
| Night Watch Roasted coffee, dark chocolate, and a silky body. | Stout | 6.5% | Roasted coffee, dark chocolate, and a silky body. | On Tap |
| Orchard Hour Dry apple cider with a hint of pear skin. | Cider | 6.1% | Dry apple cider with a hint of pear skin. | On Tap |
| Hazy Memory Juicy Citra and Mosaic with a soft haze and low bitterness. | Hazy IPA | 7.1% | Juicy Citra and Mosaic with a soft haze and low bitterness. | Kicked / Sold Out |
| Kölsch Club Soft fruit esters with a clean lagered snap. | Kölsch | 4.9% | Soft fruit esters with a clean lagered snap. | On Tap |
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4.5 ★
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Avery Kim
Denver, Colorado
7/22/2026
Spacious PatioPerfect for Groups
Landed here after a long drive and immediately felt at home. Friendly bartenders and a patio worth lingering on.
Jordan Blake
Austin, Texas
7/17/2026
Live Acoustic MusicCrisp Lagers
Came for one pint, stayed for three. The IPA board is stacked and the crowd stayed easygoing.
Casey Nguyen
Portland, Oregon
7/12/2026
Dog HeavenFood Truck Hits
Perfect Saturday stop. Dogs on the patio, a food truck in the lot, and enough seating for the whole group.
The Crafter Space FAQs
Is The Crafter Space dog friendly?
Taprooms Near Me does not currently list The Crafter Space as dog friendly. Confirm with the taproom before you go.
Does The Crafter Space serve food or host food trucks?
Yes. The Crafter Space hosts rotating food trucks and is generally BYOF friendly.
Can I host a private event or group crawl at The Crafter Space?
The Crafter Space can often host small group crawls. Contact the taproom directly, or claim the listing on Taprooms Near Me to publish event capacity.
Does The Crafter Space have outdoor patio seating?
Yes. The Crafter Space lists outdoor patio seating in Milwaukee, often with heaters or fire-pit nights.