The Palm Tavern
Milwaukee
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PERMANENTLY CLOSED
This tiny Bay View bar happens to house the best Belgian beer offerings in a city most famous for decidedly not-Belgian beer. With 25 taps and a binder full of bottled brews, whiskeys, and other craft liqueurs, Palm Tavern inundates drinkers with options; but fear not, overwhelmed patrons, because Palm Tavern bartenders are always enthusiastic about making recommendations. The red crown molding above the bar is reminiscent of stage curtains, which sets the mood for an alcohol-driven main event of an evening.