Boom   

625 S 2nd St
Milwaukee, WI 53204
414-277-5040

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Called Club Boom before the summer of 2002, Walker's Point's newly named Boom has quieted down quite a bit by replacing its once popular dance floor with a simple pool table. Though music videos still play on an assortment of televisions throughout the place, Boom owner David Panek admits the changes were to evoke a cozier, neighborhood bar atmosphere. Friendly to those of the straight persuasion, Boom is still proud of its mostly gay clientele with two large rainbow flags waving over its front door. A large bar spans almost the entire length of the building and showcases several libations, as well as close to 30 different brands of bottled beer. In the warmer months, Boom also hosts a fully equipped and enchanting outdoor patio. Thursday nights bring in a good crowd with the bar's 2-for-1 drink specials, and on Sunday nights, when the HBO series 'Queer As Folk' runs, it can be difficult to find a seat. -- Rachael Liska