The Barley Room at Pabst
A Historic Milwaukee Event Space
With a capacity of up to 200 guests, The Barley Room at Pabst in downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin blends industrial history with modern elegance. Historic Cream City brick, metal framing, polished concrete floors and expansive windows fill the venue with character and natural light.
The intimate, open floor plan creates a versatile backdrop for wedding ceremonies and receptions, milestone celebrations, showers, corporate gatherings and private events of all kinds.
Historic Milwaukee, Preserved
Built in 1889 for Pabst Brewing Company , the historic Cream City brick building was designed in the German Renaissance Revival style and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It began as the Pabst Brewing Company Bottling House, bringing together the many functions associated with bottling beer and employing hundreds of workers during its early history.
The building occupies much of the block between W. Highland Avenue and W. Juneau Avenue and N. 9th and N. 10th Streets. Today, the restored building is known as Eleven25 at Pabst—a mixed-use property that combines historic Milwaukee architecture with residential apartments, offices, restaurants and The Barley Room.
Celebrate in the Heart of Milwaukee
The Barley Room is located in Milwaukee’s historic Brewery District near downtown, putting your guests close to hotels, restaurants, breweries, entertainment, Fiserv Forum, the Deer District, public parking and more.
The Barley Room at Pabst
1125 N 9th St, Suite C
Milwaukee, WI 53233
Located on N. 9th Street at Juneau Avenue in the Historic Bottling House of Milwaukee’s Brewery District.
Nearby: Milwaukee Area Technical College, Brewhouse Inn & Suites, Kasa Westown Milwaukee, Hyatt Place Milwaukee Downtown, Pilot Project Brewing, Fiserv Forum and the Deer District.
Flexible, Affordable Beverage Service
Beginning January 1, 2026, Wisconsin’s new Barn Law requires wedding venues to serve alcohol under a Tavern B liquor license. To stay compliant while keeping events affordable, The Barley Room now offers a professionally staffed cash or credit bar with no minimums and some of the most affordable drink packages in the industry. Limited BYOB is still allowed for select refreshments, and non-alcoholic weddings and events are always welcome.
Our goal remains the same: flexibility, transparency and affordability for every celebration.
About The Barley Room
Have questions about hosting your event here? Start with a few of the things guests and event hosts ask us most.
What are The Barley Room’s event hours?
Event hours can vary based on the date and type of celebration. Contact The Barley Room with your preferred date and event details for current availability and scheduling information.
What are The Barley Room’s venue rates?
Rates can vary depending on your event date and event needs. Contact us for current pricing, available dates and any current booking promotions.
Is parking available near The Barley Room?
Yes. Public parking options are available near The Barley Room in Milwaukee’s Brewery District. The venue is also close to downtown hotels, restaurants and entertainment.
Is audio visual equipment available?
Audio visual needs can vary by event. Contact The Barley Room with the equipment or setup you’re considering so we can discuss the options available for your celebration or gathering.
Is The Barley Room changing its beverage service?
Yes. Beginning January 1, 2026, The Barley Room updated its alcoholic beverage service to comply with Wisconsin’s new requirements for wedding venues. The venue now offers a professionally staffed cash or credit bar while continuing to prioritize affordability and flexibility.
Can we still bring our own beverages?
Limited BYOB remains available for select refreshments, including certain non-alcoholic beverages. Alcoholic beverage service is handled through The Barley Room’s licensed bar service.
How will alcohol be served?
Alcohol is served through The Barley Room’s professionally staffed cash or credit bar. Contact us for current beverage and drink package options for your event.
Are there minimums or required drink packages?
No. The Barley Room’s beverage service does not require a minimum guest spend or mandatory drink package. Non-alcoholic weddings and events are also welcome.
Picture Your Event at The Barley Room
Historic Cream City brick, natural light, a flexible open layout and a location in the heart of Milwaukee’s Brewery District. Come tour the space and see what your celebration could look like here.