Big Head Brewing Co.

Brewery

4.5 (260 on Google)

About Big Head Brewing Co.

Big Head Brewing Co. is a brewery and brewpub on West State Street in Wauwatosa. Its website calls it a small, relaxed brewery, and the entrance is on 62nd Street just off State Street. Google describes an industrial-style tasting room.

Games are the draw. The website lists video games, pinball, darts, foosball, indoor bag toss, board games and hammerschlagen. A big projection TV shows local teams, and the site names the Packers, Bucks, Brewers and Badgers.

The rotating beer list runs from dark to light, malty to hoppy and sour to fruity, according to the site. Live music happens most weekends, from Americana and folk to jazz, blues and rock. The website also lists trivia on Wednesday nights.

Groups can host a party or event in the space. The website says guests may bring their own food or have it catered. Big Head is one of the most reviewed beer spots in Wauwatosa on this site.

From Big Head Brewing Co.'s own website and its Google listing, read October 16, 2026.

Amenities

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot

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Google rating

4.5out of 5

4.5 on Google from 260 reviews, as of September 2026.

Questions people ask

What is there to do at Big Head Brewing Co. besides drink?

The website lists video games, pinball, darts, foosball, indoor bag toss, board games and hammerschlagen. Google also mentions cornhole.

Does Big Head have live music?

Yes. The website says there is live music most weekends, covering Americana, folk, jazz, blues, rock and more. Its events page has the details.

Can I book a private event there?

Yes. The website has a party and event request form for birthdays, baby showers, corporate events and fundraisers. Smaller groups can call ahead with their date and time.

Is it wheelchair accessible?

Google lists a wheelchair accessible entrance and a wheelchair accessible parking lot.

Which breweries are close by?

Vennture Brew Co is 1.1 miles away. Lion's Tail Brewing Co., Layman Brewing and The Landing at Hoyt Park are each 1.8 miles away.

Answers come from Big Head Brewing Co.'s website and its Google listing, read October 16, 2026.

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Before you visit Big Head

Expect a relaxed room with plenty to do. Grab a board game or a set of darts and settle in. Check bigheadbrewingco.com for the current beer menu and the live music schedule before you go.

Bring a group if you can. The website says guests can bring their own food for events. Smaller groups only need to call ahead.

Vennture Brew Co is 1.1 miles away. Lion's Tail Brewing Co. is 1.8 miles away, which makes a second stop easy to add.