That’s why locals like the south side for this kind of thing. The area around the airport gets overlooked, but it’s full of no-frills spots built for real life: quick in/out, dependable hours, and bartenders who understand that sometimes you’re watching the clock… and sometimes you’re just waiting on a delayed flight. Who’s on Layton is exactly that kind of place.

Airport days rarely go exactly as planned. Arrivals get bumped. Departures start boarding early. And if you’re picking someone up, “I just landed” can still mean 25 minutes of waiting. Being near MKE takes the pressure off. Who’s on Layton sits right near the airport corridor — close to Howell Avenue, which is basically the main artery by the airport. That makes it a smart move whether you’re flying, meeting someone coming in, or staying at one of the nearby hotels.

It’s one of those bars near MKE airport where you can get comfortable without committing to downtown traffic or tight parking ramps.

Who’s on Layton isn’t a hotel bar with quiet TVs in the corner. It’s a true sports bar where the screens are the point. You’ve got TVs at every viewing angle, plus a 100-inch LED screen that’s made for big moments. When it’s a major game, the energy matches it — sound on for big games, and game audio for plenty of local matchups so you’re not trying to read the score off a subtitle.

Airport-adjacent bars can be hit-or-miss on food. This one isn’t. The tavern-smashed burger is the move — and in my opinion, it’s the best bite in the area when you want something simple and done right. Add house-made cheese curds (the kind you order even if you “weren’t that hungry”), and great grilled wings that hold up whether you’re eating fast or taking your time.

And the practical part: the kitchen is open until 11pm, every night. If your flight gets in late or you’re starving after travel, that matters.

This is where Who’s on Layton shines as a Milwaukee airport sports bar — it’s made for the in-between moments: - Delayed flight? Sit down, get food, watch a quarter or a period, and wait somewhere that doesn’t feel like a holding pen. - Picking someone up? Park, grab a drink, and let them text when they’re at baggage claim.

- Just landed? Eat and unwind before dealing with check-in, rental cars, or the next drive. - Need to work while you wait? Those bar outlets are a lifesaver when your battery is hanging on. It’s a small thing, but it’s a real traveler-friendly detail that separates “fine” from “thank God we found this place.”

Open 11am–11pm nightly, with the bar running later some nights, and an on-site parking lot — it’s built to be simple. No scavenger hunt for a spot. No guessing if the kitchen is still open. No “we stop serving food early because it’s slow tonight.” You can keep your plan flexible and still feel taken care of.

If you’ve got time to spare and you’re looking for sports bars near Milwaukee airport that feel like Milwaukee — not like the inside of a terminal — Who’s on Layton is a great call. Come in, grab the smashed burger and curds, find a screen you like, and settle in until it’s time to head out. No fuss. Just a solid south side spot that does what it’s supposed to do.