Sir James Pub

Port Washington, United States

4.7

Open now

13 reviews

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+1 262-284-6856
Address:
316 N Franklin St, Port Washington, WI, 53074
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Accepts Credit Cards
Yes
Accepts Bitcoin
No
Parking
Street
Bike Parking
Yes
Good for Groups
Yes
Ambience
Divey
Noise Level
Average
Good For Dancing
No
Alcohol
Full Bar
Happy Hour
Yes
Coat Check
No
Smoking
Outdoor Area/ Patio Only
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Has TV
Yes
Has Pool Table
No

Today

Today 1:00 pm – 2:00 am
Open now
Local time (Port Washington) 20:54 Tuesday, 3 June 2025

Business hours

Monday 6:00 pm – 2:00 am
Tuesday 1:00 pm – 2:00 am
Wednesday 1:00 pm – 2:00 am
Thursday 1:00 pm – 2:00 am
Friday 12:00 pm – 2:30 am
Saturday 12:00 pm – 2:30 am
Sunday 11:00 am – 2:00 am

Description

Specialties

Located in beautiful, historic downtown Port Washington, Sir James Pub is a haven of craft and import beer. With a rotating selection of over 600 bottles and 18 drafts, there’s always something new to try. An extremely knowledgeable staff loves beer as much as you do, and we focus on a grand collection of unique, rare, and out of the box brews. We offer weekly tastings on Thursdays at 7:30pm and Saturdays at 3:30pm, and monthly events with featured breweries.

Not a beer lover? We offer over 60 varieties of Whiskey’s, Bourbon’s, and Scotch’s, as well as unique and odd offerings of vodka, gin, rum, tequila, and an array of craft cocktails.

History

Established in 1983.

With over 30 years of experience in the craft and import beer world, Sir James Pub is a beer lovers paradise. The original owner opened with 450 varieties and a well displayed love of medieval England, focusing mainly on import brews and statues of knights. Over the years, his love for the business waned, and in 2012, the son of his business partner, a manager at the Pub, bought him out. Jason has brought a renewed energy and love of all things beer, and kicked up the already hefty selection to over 600 varieties, including 18 rotating tap lines. Though still a corner bar atmosphere with an old world pub design, Sir James Pub is now a center, and a staunch supporter, of the craft beer world and all those who love it as much as we do.

Meet the Business Owner

Jason R.

Business Owner

Jason all but grew up at Sir James Pub. His mother was a bartender and business partner of the original owner, and Jason did everything from cleaning, stocking, and bartending, to marching next to a knight costume in the city parade, before becoming a manager in 2006. When the original owner suffered a stroke at the end of 2011, the future of the Pub was uncertain. But in 2012 Jason decided to buy the business that he had been rebuilding since 2006.

Over the past few years Jason has kept his love and passion for great beer from all over the world, and has expanded a selection of 450 to over 600. With a dedicated aging cellar and a focus on quality for the price, the business has grown exponentially. Watching carefully as the craft beer world explodes, Jason hopes to continue the legacy that Sir James has become.

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13 reviews of Sir James Pub

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Place rating: 5
Manitowoc, WI
I don’t give out 5 stars easily but in this case I’d give an even higher rating if I could. Sir James Pub was fabulous! We stopped after going on Google to find a place between Milwaukee and Manitowoc and this came up. They have over 700 beers to choose from which is crazy. They also specialize in craft cocktails. We had some good conversations with some locals and the bartenders were very knowledgeable and helpful. There was karaōke and in between the singers they played videos of some amazing songs. We will defiantly be back when we are in the area again.
Place rating: 5
Oak Park, IL
Very much appreciated the owner/​bartender who helped with suggestions from the huge beer selection! I even found a Groupon for a beer tasting! Cozy atmosphere. They have darts and touch tunes
Place rating: 5
Cedarburg, WI
Spectacular!!! So many beers to choose from, there is an entire book. Bartender/​owner is super friendly & helpful with recommendations on things to try. They are always putting on tastings & fun trips too. Accidentally wound up here on karaōke night & was prepared to be annoyed… but ended up having so much fun! Also, nice little smoking area in the back. Nice to have something like this so close to home!
Place rating: 5
Port Washington, WI
If you’re looking for a place to get great beer, look no further than Sir James Pub.
What an outstanding find in Port Washington! The beer list is huge and has many things that can accommodate any pallet. What I love most about it is the rotating tap selection. I have become a regular at this place and I have had a different tap beer every time I have gone and they all have been outstanding.
I don’t even order a beer when I go, which is the best part. The selection of beers can be intimidating and I don’t recognize the majority of what is offered. I just tell the bartender what I like and he matches a beer perfectly to my taste. I think I have only had a beer once that I did not find highly, which is incredible since I’ve been there about 30 times now.
Once you’ve come in a few times and they recognize you, remembering your preferences, beer just shows up when you sit down and it never disappoints.
I highly recommend a visit for all beer drinkers and anyone looking to try some great tasting whiskeys, scotches, vodkas; pretty much anything you’d want. You will not be disappointed.
Place rating: 4
Chicago, IL
I was here for st. Patrick’s day. A really cool little bar, easily the best option in the port if you like a great beer. That being said, I would say the tap selection is decent, but the real star are the bottles, including some genuinely rare brews. Plus always served with the proper glass! The owner/​bartender made some great suggestions. Will happily return!
Place rating: 5
Milwaukee, WI
Sir James Pub is about as good as it gets for it’s diverse and excellent beer menu. An extremely knowledgeable staff will help suggest some great choices if you want to be adventuresome too. If you love great quality beer in a easy to find location, this place is worth the trip. I salute you Sir James Pub… you have set the «bar» very high!
Place rating: 5
Port Washington, WI
LOVE the beer selection! The staff are knowledgeable and friendly and offer up lots of tastings! Great location right near the lake, cute shops, and yummy restaurants.
Place rating: 5
Newport News, VA
If you love good, diverse beers, or if you want to have really great people recommend beers specifically based on your tastes, you need to drink here! I swung through Port W and found this place. Massive selection of terrific beers; really, really knowledgeable tenders who help you find the perfect beer; my brother and I completely loved this place. Drink here!
Place rating: 2
Chicago, IL
We were in town for a fishing trip and stopped here for a beer while waiting for friends to arrive. We’re from Chicago and needed a Spotted Cow! The bartender was super friendly and very knowledgeable about beer. He helped us pick some different local ones to try for the next round.
We loved this place so much that we came back later that night with the rest of our group! There is nothing like a nice, cold beer after a day of fishing. I prefer whiskey because I’m an old man, but this was a beer bar!
This time, there was a different bartender. He promptly came over to get the guys’ order, but completely ignored me. He didn’t even make eye contact and I was right freaking there! There were three of them (I was the only female) and they all ordered one beer each so it wasn’t like someone ordered for me. He also ignored me after bringing their drinks. I flagged him down and finally got a beer. The second time around, he talked me out of getting a Pumpking because he obviously didn’t want any money. I ended up choosing something cheaper.
Maybe he figured that because I’m female, I don’t know crap about beer or deserve any respect. I mean, 500 beers is just too much for a woman to know anything about! Oh, and obviously lil ol me shouldn’t be drinking those large bottles of craft beer.
This place almost got 4 stars from me but that back woods bartender ruined it. Good job!
Place rating: 5
Chicago, IL
Had a great time at this place. I meet the owner dad very nice guy. Lindsey thanks for the great conversation regarding opening up a new bar. Along with how to not price yourself out the market.
Place rating: 5
Port Washington, WI
Awesome bar, staff, and beer selection. I recommend this place to everyone who comes to the area!
Place rating: 5
Milwaukee, WI
Port Washington you are truly blessed with this establishment. The beer selection is killer especially that Chai Porter. The crowd always seems fun like a good time responsible group. I love me some Sir James Pub even though the bar stool abused me and i fell off (yep not my fault at all i sweaaarz i was not drunk ;)) Yep Sir James your awesome, your fabulously fun. Now lets drink our way thru that beer selection eh! ;)
Place rating: 5
Port Washington, WI
A beer-drinker’s dream!
I have lived in Port Washington most of my life and spent my childhood watching somebody from the pub brave the always-​scorching-​hot Fish Day parade in full knight’s armor, but never went in until recently. I was so surprised — and disappointed I hadn’t came in sooner. Their beer selection is HUGE. They have a few hundred different kinds, many bottled and several on tap. They also have plenty of spirits, including a proper absinthe shot with the sugar cube melted in.
I think the décor is fantastic, although some may find it off-​putting. You get the feeling that the decorations weren’t purchased because they are old and kitchy, but that they have just been in the bar long enough to become antique. There are plenty of neat Medieval-​inspired items, the ceiling is wallpapered with various beer packages, and there is a terrifically creepy life-​sized sea captain statue seated at the bar.
In the two times I have gone, I haven’t been able to figure out the crowd — once it was loud, early 20s, once it was a quieter, older set — but both times I had the same bartender, who was a sweetheart, and I enjoyed myself very much. I definitely reccommend it.