McBob's Pub & Grill

We came here for lunch and had a nice meal. We ordered a mango pineapple hard cider and a spotted cow for drinks. We then ordered the highlander burger with a side of spinach and the McBob’s famous big tacos with the beef and chicken combo. The “taco” is definitely more of a burrito, but both the taco and burger were very good. We ordered the burger rare, and it was cooked perfectly to order. Great experience overall!

Been here several times. The food has always been very good. Made reservations for 6:00 and got seated right away. The servers got right to us and we settled in. Got our drinks right away and placed our ordered. The appetizer came out in good time. A double order of Scotch Egg. Something that everyone should try. It was hot and delicious, with a perfect side of brown mustard. Then we waited, and waited.... It wasn't that crowded and it took about 40 minutes to get our food. (Have never waited this long, with so few people in the restaurant). All the food was amazingly good, as usual. Got fish frys and corn beefs, dinners and sandwiches. Big portions, plenty hot and well seasoned. I hope the long wait for the food is not a sign of things to come. We will definately be back. The Corn Beef is some of the best in the city!

Im not sure why it took me years to give this place a try!! Today a friend recommended and boy was he right!! This place is a MUST!! I'm glad to see female owned businesses thrive!! Keep up the good work!!! Highly recommend 10 STARS if I could!!!

We had a fantastic brunch this morning. We had a group of 5, including our two year old. We were seated right away. Our server was very attentive and friendly. The eggs Benedict flight is such a h issue and awesome option and they were absolutely amazing!!! We choose the Mcbenedict, Dublin eggs Benedict and Nashville hot chicken Benedict. Honestly, I couldn't pick a favorite because they were all so good!Our two year old thoroughly enjoyed the chocolate chip pancakes. I do wish they had a syrup option that didn’t have high fructose corn syrup. For the table to share we ordered the Reuben stuffed hash browns which were delightful! We can’t wait to visit again soon!

The food is amazing here and the staff is super friendly. The food is a little on the slower side to arrive, so just be prepared for a little bit of a wait and you will be fine. My only real complaint was there was no AC on so it was quite warm! It is also a bit loud from the music. But that's to be expected at a bar. Otherwise everything is great. Really generous portions, you are unlikely to walk away hungry.

I paid $35 for everything you see, which includes tax + tip. It was good....but $35? For a sandwich (with "extra" corned beef) and mashed potatoes? I can't justify going back at that price. I love Milwaukee institutions, but there are too many other local-to-Milwaukee competitors that have more reasonable pricing & great food. Staff & atmosphere are great! But I can't afford to eat here.

This is a true Irish gem. Very authentic decor and delicious food. They are known for their corned beef, but their breakfast is phenomenal. It's not what you'd expect, but a pleasant surprise. We had the Eggs Benedict Fight (which is only available on Sundays) and the Cambell Scramble. I highly recommend giving this place a try.

I ordered the farmers dinner cause you get multiple food (bang) for your buck 🙂‍↔️🤑 it comes with corned beef, spinach, bacon bread and I ordered chili as one of the three options as a side…let’s get to it! The bacon 🥓 bread was delicious 🤤 the corned beef was good 😊 the spinach was not good @ all no flavor considering it was sautéed in onions 🧅🫤 & the chili was extremely salty & old and not in a good way old where the seasonings have been soaking in just all the goodness 😋 it was just old like heated up way too many days old 😒 & it was very very salty extremely salty like high blood 🩸 pressure salty 🧂🤯 disgusting 🤢. Now for the good aspects…the service was GREAT, excellent and also the atmosphere was nice very chill 😍 I honestly wouldn’t eat here again but would definitely go back for a drink 🥃 or 2️⃣ if I was a drinker. Very different from past experiences with McBob’s 😩

Scotch egg? Only place I've ever had one. Irish nachos? Ditto. Sandwiches? Delicious. The neighborhood is a bit sketchy, but we've never had a problem. The menu has more items and a larger variety of items than I would have expected from a neighborhood bar, but everything is worth checking out. Sometimes, I'm not in the mood for a corned beef sandwich, so I'll get a couple of Scotch eggs. Sometimes they come out a bit overdone, and sometimes they come out perfect, so be aware. Once, and only once, did I try the Irish nachos. Not because they don't taste good (they do), but it was such a gigantic serving, that I couldn't finish it all. Lesson learned. Share, like momma taught you! There is a small patio, but we've never sat on it. More often than not, we're seated at the bar. 26/2024

I found out today that mcbobs are under new management. if I were you I wouldn't patronize this place. first of all, when we walked in the bartender said sit anywhere. we sat next to the games near the wall. we waited awhile, the curly hair guy came to us to say we need to move because the table we were sitting at was reserved. OK, there was no reserved sign so we looking around for somewhere else to sit. then another curly hair guy said thats OK let them sit there, so we sat there. we got our usual grouper? perch? and... Ion know what tht was. First I noticed our food was burnt but I wasn't thinking that deep into it but then a group of Caucasians walked in and sat at a table that got a reserved sign after my table explained that we were confused as to why we had to move because there was no reserved sign yet we were told to move around. OK, then as I was saying, our food was burnt and I noticed the reserved table had nice golden crispy fish fresh out the grease, OK, my table had ends (butt) of the bread, their bread was nice fluffy an from the middle, OK, while we were eating a Caucasian chicken came to our table and asked how everything was after talking with the reserved table but my table was there first, OK, she talked with my table but I didn't look at her or say anything because first of all I felt it was rude with her purple hair and broken finger we're eating! as she walked away she came to my ear as I was eating and said I'm not just some stranger, I work here! and even after THAT I kept my cool. also while i was ordering food, after ordering drinks, the waiter was talking with my table and he was splashing so I had to go wash my hands bc spot slpashes got on my wrist. I'm thinking he must have braces ( plz cover your food an drinks when someone's talking over your table. disgusted yet again... OK, ima sum this up, we were charged 18% gratuity for the two of us. who does 18% gratuity for two people???? we were ripped off, our food was disgusting, our service was a 1, the environment was crammed, the drinks were trash and we won't be returning. please check your receipt or just don't go bc u will be disappointed. the menu says one price but as u can see from my receipt they round everything up and they double change for everything. we were ripped off bc of where we sat apparently. the waiter told me they are under new management, they won't be using the front grill anymore. the food is not good like it used to be, the service is not good. I hope they go out of business bc I wasted a Friday an some money at tht place in which I can't get back. ps. m. a. h, bring the real mcbob back!!!

Once was the best Reuben on earth. Yet everyone since new ownership took over has had nothing but complaints so I had to go see for myself. Can't be possible to fall THAT far from perfection. Yet here we are...My Reuben was soggy, the meat was half the amount it once was, the bread was not on point. Now although it was still better than most Reubens it is a mere shadow of the old one. Due to my love for this place Im going to go in on a slow day just to fact check myself and others. Hoping this has all been a busy weeks fluke.

We've loved this place for years, but had a bad experience recently. Reubens were still fantastic as always, but the Brandy Old Fashioneds took a steep dive - they had been all-timers previously. The place was empty on a Sat night, and it's usually bustling and festive. Our waitress didn't pay us much attention, despite the emptiness. We had to ask for our check three times. Another table nearby was in a long and heated discussion with their server, which just went on and on. I don't know what happened there, but it was odd to see a lengthy argument between patron and staff member. And, I'd forgotten about the automatic 18% gratuity; my waitress reminded me of it AFTER I'd added a tip and signed my credit card bill. I asked her to reverse it and she told me that she couldn't, and that she would have someone take care of it at the end of the night. The additional tip was not removed, so we ended up leaving a 35% tip for middling to poor service. We were saddened as we left - Mc Bob's is a longtime favorite, and we don't want to see it go downhill with this new ownership. Will wait a couple of months and try again.

I hadn't eaten here for a little over a year. We ordered for pickup tonight, 2 Ruben's one with fries, one with chips. First, it's a bag of crappy chips or 8 wedge fries with an $18 sandwich. We specifically requested extra thousand island, and as a treat we got none on a sandwich that was 1/2 the size it used to be. We won't be back, it's a shame because it used be so good.

Never Answers the phone Slooow Corn beef in chunks Its Not the Same really Salty chunks of meat

I don't know what happened to Mcbobs but we had the worst dining experience we have EVER HAD. Service was so bad it was actually insulting. Food...AWFUL. We were loyal customers and waited a few months for the new owner to find her rhythm. I guess we didn't wait long enough. NEVER AGAIN

Totally disappointed. 2 hrs to be served our food and drinks. Our table was ignored by our waitress. Had to go to bar and ask for menus and drinks. This is the second time this has happened. We had food for dine in and to go. I'd hate to think it was because we were black, but since it has happened twice now, I'm suspicious. How dare you charge 18% gratuity and I got no service! What am I paying for? We didn't even get a second drink because waitress never came back. People that came in behind us were served drinks and received their food before us. Apparently you don't want us there. No problem. Won't be back. 0 stars.

Born and raised in Milwaukee. I came back home After years of being away and it was a few restaurants I know I missed and EVERYWHERE I have been doesn't have corned beef that can even touch what mcbobs offer. I was being picky and afraid to try rye bread so I did light rye. (They only offer rye for the sandwich) but I ready was beyond pleased . I had to have my friend try the corned beef cause she never had it before. She really loved it and would like to have her own sandwich. She did however love her burger and said was the best burger she has had in a lonnnng time. We placed the order at the restaurant and it was about a 20 min wait but it was quiet and plenty of things to drink while we waited. The food was hot and I truly have no complaints just all around a positive experience. Thank you Mcbobs for the memories

Just stopped in to check out the new ownership, big mistake! Katy the new owner was so rude and had such an attitude when I asked questions about the menu. I used to be a regular dinning in at least twice a week, i definitely wont be back. And they left a dirty fly trap with dead flies ON the bar, where drinks should be served, it was just gross. It's one thing to have fly traps but next to my food and drink?? Just disgusting

Paid $18.80 cash for 2 guineas beers and $22.40 cash for one rueben sandwich. The girl bartender was lousy. Now, outside in the music tent, 2 guineas were only $16.00. Go figure?

This is my favorite place in Milwaukee for a rueben sandwich! The bar is small and can get crowded especially around st pattys day but it's got it's own small bar charm. All the decoration is Ireland focused and they keep Irish beers like smithwicks available. I wouldn't go here in a hurry because the service is not super fast but the food is worth it. The cook will often come out to check on people himself and see how they're liking the food. Definitely a spot to hangout if you like the small business feel.

Ordered food tonight it was horrible. Nashville hot sandwich was over cooked. American fries were burnt. Nachos disgusting. Usually the food here is amazing. Not this time. I spent $70 and items in my order were missing. Very disappointed. I should have known the old would be terrible the place was empty.

Sorry for the low rating. But I just wasn't impressed. Dined there with partner and when we walked in and waited at the Hostess stand, I felt I wasn't recognized as someone who was looking for a table. The bartender only addressed my partner. When the server came she seemed to not want to talk to me. The food finally came (not a problem with the food coming out so late) and it was not hot, you could tell it sat for awhile before coming to our table. No follow up after a couple of bites, no refill on soda. And when the bill arrived the gratuity was already added to the the bill for a party of 2. Now if that is what you do, cool. But then don't have the receipt showing suggested gratuity. So, with that, I will be very hesitant for a return visit.

Started with the Irish spring rolls. Corned beef, swiss cheese sauerkraut rolled in a flour tortilla. Delicious! the flakiness of the tortilla was perfect. We then ordered the Farmer's Dinner. Slow cooked corned beef, with fries, sautéed spinach and onions The best Corned Beef I've ever had. Practically melts in your mouth. If you love corned beef, you have to check this place out. The menu is extensive. I believe on my next visit, I'll have to try something from their breakfast menu. So many items sounded wonderful. Can't wait to eat here again!

Sorry to say that new ownership is struggling here. Party of 6 on a Saturday night about 7:30pm, used to walking into a crowded, lively place, just a handful of occupied tables and a few people at the bar. Initially got a nice greeting and placed drink orders promptly. Drinks took a while and were not good, watered down old fashioned's, couldn't taste the booze and hardly any ice. After inquiring with the bartender, he gave us an additional shot for the drinks but also said new owners had them cutting down on the pours to ave money. And yes, we were charged for the extra shots. Food order placed and came out in a reasonable time, delivered by someone from the kitchen. Food was still pretty good, but noticed that my Reuben was made with a processed Swiss cheese, not the real deal, more cost cutting measures? There was no music on, instead the tv sound of a random basketball game that no one was really watching. Server was totally inattentive, we had to ask for the bill two times then go up to the bar to actually get it and pay. 18% automatic gratuity, but not disclosed until after the card was run, would not have tipped that much based on the level of service that was received. Hope this is just new ownership trying to figure things out, but don't think we will be back for a while.

Great laid back place to watch the game. I had the farmers dinner and bf had the Irish meat loaf. Both were great and filling dishes. I didn't really cared for the bacon bread, it was too greasy. Service was also friendly.

No mention by staff or print of the 18% service charge, you can only see it after you tip. $9+ beers food is good but above market price. I'm out, best of luck to the new owners you have a tough road ahead.

Went last night (3/15) for dinner with my son & daughter-in-law. First of all, a Friday in Lent. Second, the Friday of St. Patrick's weekend. I TRIED to call for a reservation all afternoon but it would ring 2-3 times and hang up. Waited over an hour for a table and prolly about the same for our food (got there around 5:20 & left around 8:50!) ... but it was WELL worth it! I had the Reuben (as did my son) while DIL had corned beef hash. The corned beef was delectable... unctuous and salty and SOOOOO good! I could only eat 1/2 my sandwich last night becuz the corned beef was piled so high. And the other 1/2 of the sandwich was almost as good today when I had the leftovers for lunch. Yes it was a long wait and yes a bit pricey for a sandwich... but it was delicious and I got 2 meals out of it!

Honestly, some of the best corn beef I've had since the last Jewish deli in New York. I wish they had a few other things on the menu that were from Scotland, but not everybody can have haggis neaps and tatties lol. Absolutely a must go if you're in the Milwaukee area. The beer is awesome, the atmosphere is amazing, and the food is incredible. Rock on McBob's!

Went to mcbobs to get a corn beef sandwich and was highly disappointed. The sandwich was barely toasted and under cooked. Not to mention the sandwich almost cost $20 and the presentation wasn't appealing. Just isn't the same as it once was a few years when I use to go.

the ruben sandwich just isn't the same since ownership changed. The corned beef tasted bland and is now put comes in thick pieces. Very little Thousand Island dressing and the sauerkraut is not evenly distributed. Still very crowded at lunch time but it seems that they cutting corners.

i had my grandson pick up me a meat loaf dinner and a corn beef sandwich. the total came to $32 before tax. I gave him $37 . He called and said he needed $7 more dollars. I didn't understand why. When he came home with the receipt I see I was charged $8.00 for a service fee. I called the restaurant and was told that they were charging a %18 service charge because it was St Patrick day. Mays no sense to me. But that is the last time I will buy food from there. Besides the food was not enough for the money.

This was a phenomenal experience. It started with the bartender greeting us as we walked in and going to the trouble to clean a table to seat us immediately. Now the best part...the food. My wife had the Farmers Dinner. She would consider herself a bit of a Corned Beef connoisseur. She called it happy food. Claimed it was some of the best corned beef she had ever had. I went with the combo plate fish fry, I went combo Grouper/Walleye. Lightly breaded and tasty. Not the best fish fry I've ever had but pretty good. Nice atmosphere and great service. Will definitely be adding this to our regular list to visit.

Much better places for corned beef and a better grade made my stomach upset and it's been years sorry McGrease

McBob's serves ample portions of some seriously amazing pub grub. They're really something special. I'm writing this during COVID, so haven't dined in McBob's in a while but have done takeout (call and then go pick up). They'll get your order ready quickly for you to pick up piping hot. They're reuben is out-of-this-world. I've also had their Irish Meatloaf (stuffed with corn beef and bacon and topped with swiss? Stop! So amazing!). One of my favorite orders is their Jake V sandwich, which is turkey breast, bacon, avocado, sharp cheddar, lettuce, tomato, and mayo on toasted rye. Seriously, what's not to love? They never skimp on the sandwich toppings (especially the protein) and everything is always cooked fresh and fab. Get to it (seriously, my stomach is rumbling just thinking about it)!

We both had Reuben sandwiches. The sandwiches and potato wedges tasted very good, but had obviously sat on the counter a while before being brought out as they were barely warm. The atmosphere is nice. My big complaint - terrible service. It was the middle of the afternoon, so the place wasn't very busy. Still, we waited about 15 minutes for the beers we ordered, only to find out that they were out of Guinness. We would have mentioned the temperature of the sandwiches to our server if we had seen him again. Instead, over half an hour after we finished eating, we had to flag down another employee to beg for our bill. Ten minutes after that, our server emerged with our bill and informed us that there is an automatic 18% gratuity. 18% for being tortured and causing us both to be late getting back to work. We've eaten here periodically over the years and had hoped that the change of ownership wouldn't impact things - wrong. We won't be back.

This is the worst place I have eaten at in the state of Wisconsin The service is bad the food took too damn long and then can out cold I wish it was no starts food is badass hell never again will I eat here

A group of 6 of us went on a Friday night and we're all thrilled with both our food and the service. My Rueben was the best corn beef I've had at any restaurant in Milwaukee. I loved the mustard / kraut sauce instead of thousand island dressing. My wife had the blackened salmon and it was cooked to perfection. She also loved the spinach and potato pancake. Our server had the patience of a saint. It's great when a young person knows how to go with the flow with 6 seniors who have trouble hearing and can't make their minds up. We'll be back.

I stopped in today, I wanted to try the monthly sandwich which is the Italian beef sandwich w cheese. I have never had a bad meal so I knew this would be a good lunch. The sandwich was good as I expected tasted like homemade/ just like mom would make. My only complaint would be I had to Wait 40 Minutes. My order was to go and the joint was not that busy at 10:50AM! Bartender Stephanie could offer me even a free soft drink as I tried to wait patiently I mean I sat there for minutes!! Are they short staff in the kitchen? Next time I will call in my order and get an eta on my order because this was ridiculous!! JS

The best corned beef ever! Great vibe, friendly staff! Delicious Bloody Marys, and great happy hour deals :)

McBobs is a Milwaukee favorite and for good reason: the bar itself is a decent size with large tables and an expansive menu. I got the Nashville hot chicken and my bf got their famous Reuben. The Reuben was amazing according to my BF. The Nashville hot chicken was pretty good as well. Prices were decent, service was ok. Our waitress was very nice, but it was a bit slow. Nbd though since we were with a large group, which they accommodated well. Worth the try if you're looking for some Irish grub.

Food as always was good. Service is OK. Perhaps I've not eaten out in a while but an automatic 18% gratuity caught me off guard. I asked about it and got quickly caught up into an argument with a server. I don't like being forced to pay something I don't agree with but, like the server said "you don't have to eat hear." Thank you I won't. I know my little money doesn't mean much in the restaurants grand scheme so I will take it off the table. As I was told on my way out, "Have a nice day !"

Walked in at around noon. The waiter recommended the "famous" Ruben sandwich. $16. That was supposedly featured in a local magazine for being best in town. I was disappointed. The sandwich came to be $16 with a side of fries and a pickle. I got a soda that was 95 percent glass full of ice. Got two refills and got charged for a refill every time. It was a party of two and they automatically added %18 tip. What if the service is not worth 18%? I understand the times are tough and everyone is trying to make money but I don't like to be played for my money. $50 for two sandwiches with sodas. probably won't go back

Omg omg they got our order as a pick up on Monday night !!!! We called and my hubby went back !!!!he had to call 5 times regarding our order omg folks it's was simple not rocked science !!! Omg I'm so pissed off !!! My hubby drove back there it took them omg omg 45 minutes to make our order over again because of there mistake omg omg !!! I didn't cuss them out but my hubby was three the roof on his bday !!! They are so wrong no I'm sorry no discount no nothing I'm so threw with this all the money they charging fir the food at least have so type of class omg omg omg terrible service big time !!!! No excuses they weren't even busy !!! The sad thing is they don't care at all about service or quality of service but yet the prices have gone up and up more sad

Nice place, and good food. Call ahead to make sure your food is hot and ready to eat...

Food is amazing- love going for the Reuben and fish fry (gluten free)! Ambiance is mixed depending on those dining in. I like the decor though, lots of interesting cultural items to look at. Service is pretty good as all staff contributes. Our server even made up for a delayed order with a comped drink and it has never happened since. Glad I can enjoy this local spot.

The best Reuben I've ever had the service was really warm and welcoming thanks to a server named Mississippi Enjoyed it with some good friends! I highly recommend a visit

You get more food (bigger portions)American if you dine in IJS. I had the corn beef and was able to take some leftovers for dinner.

First time dining in. They boast the best corned beef in Milwaukee. It was awesome! Very tender and juicy and you get a lot in the sandwich. Great service. Loved it! Will be a return customer.

The Corn Beef is amazing like I last remembered. I have not been here since before COVID, so tonight was a treat. I ordered the Mini Reuben which was a snack, a light version of a full Reuben sandwich, which my boyfriend ordered; he ordered a Regular Reuben, which is made with a 1 lb., (yes, lb.) of corn beef! My sandwich was just enough, I also ordered a side of fries. The drinks we good, reasonably priced and we also played darts. It was a good mid-week date spot. We also overheated a Dem vs Republican conversation that ended cordially and briefly :)

Though the Fish Fry on Friday is delicious it's over priced & the service is substandard

This place is not the same anymore. The food is not good and your forced to tip a none working waitress. The staff does not greet you or seat you. That's s place is garbage all the way around!!!

Need to update previous review. I commented that the American fries where blah... so not blah today! Very good. Must have been a bad day in the original review... or today was a good one! Lol Reuben was still great!

Went for a late lunch on a Friday. Haven't been here in years so I was excited to go. My sister and I started with drinks and appetizers. We tried the scotch egg and Reuben roll. Both were delicious! Super happy about all the fish they had to offer. Perch, walleye, grouper and catfish. I had to get the grouper. My sister decided on the meatloaf entree. She loved it! The grouper was very good as well. Staff was friendly but service was slow. This place will always be a staple restaurant to go to. The food is always great!!!

The corned beef was extremely salty to the point of not being enjoyable. It was disappointing since there are so many good reviews.

Food is good. Extremely disappointed with the service. Not only was the waitress unattentive, but did not mention that refills were not free. Also didn't mention that there is an automatic tip factored into the bill. So my 12 year old and I had 5 soda charges, and left a tip on top of the tip that was pre-charged. I only found out about the double-tip after my wife told me about it (she wasn't with us). Apparently it's hidden on the back of the menu, which we never needed because we came for the specials. Again, the food is good. Disappointed in being taken advantage of.

Food was very good. Went on a Friday at 12:30 and it took until 2:00 to be served . Just a warning if you are planning on a Quick lunch . It may Not happen here. But Zero issues with the food quality or prices .

I was in the mood for a Reuben sandwich, so stopped at 7:15pm with a friend. We had last been here five+ years ago and had a positive experience. -Very apparent that the server had little interest in being there. Asked what beers they had, she did not know and there was no listing on the menu. -The appetizer we ordered (panko crusted chicken tenders) took 40+ minutes (with six other people in the establishment--two at the bar.) -The Reuben sandwich was $16 (formerly $11), was soggy and the edges of the corned beef were cold. (Oh, and you wanted Thousand Island dressing with that?) -Best of all, the server pointed out that they included an 18% gratuity on our order. As they say in Texas, El Paso. Never again.

Had breakfast there last Sunday, great food, great service (though I didn't win on my pull tab investments). Bring your appetite.