Milwaukee’s Finest Destinations
Food Scene
Phenomenal locally owned coffee roaster serving cold brew. They also have delicious pizza cooked in their wood burning oven! A must try if you like coffee or pizza!
90 locals recommend
Anodyne Coffee Roasting Co.
2920 S Kinnickinnic AvePhenomenal locally owned coffee roaster serving cold brew. They also have delicious pizza cooked in their wood burning oven! A must try if you like coffee or pizza!
One of the five best restaurants in Milwaukee. Small plates and locally sourced is a priority. Good cocktails. Outdoor patio.
91 locals recommend
Odd Duck
939 S Kinnickinnic AveOne of the five best restaurants in Milwaukee. Small plates and locally sourced is a priority. Good cocktails. Outdoor patio.
Usually 5-10 food options with trendy indoor bar and igloos you can rent in the winter as well. Unique and fun spot to visit. The most vibrant in summer months, but still worth visiting in colder months.
28 locals recommend
Zócalo Food Park
636 S 6th StUsually 5-10 food options with trendy indoor bar and igloos you can rent in the winter as well. Unique and fun spot to visit. The most vibrant in summer months, but still worth visiting in colder months.
Fantastic tapas restaurant that is reasonably priced. Great cocktail and wine list. Amazing patio in the warm months.
38 locals recommend
La Merenda
125 East National AvenueFantastic tapas restaurant that is reasonably priced. Great cocktail and wine list. Amazing patio in the warm months.
Sweet Basil
6509 South 27th StreetExcellent Thai food!
The Noble
704 S 2nd StStory Hill BKC
5100 W Bluemound RdMorel
430 S 2nd StCompany Brewing
735 E Center StFuel Cafe 5th St
630 S 5th StCozy spot with affordable and tasty breakfast, sandwich and bowl options. Good espresso options.
54 locals recommend
Colectivo Coffee Bay View Cafe and Bakery
2301 S Kinnickinnic AveCozy spot with affordable and tasty breakfast, sandwich and bowl options. Good espresso options.
Excellent French cuisine in the charming Tosa Village. Clasic European ambiance.
33 locals recommend
Le Reve Pâtisserie & Café
7610 Harwood AveExcellent French cuisine in the charming Tosa Village. Clasic European ambiance.
Paloma Taco and Tequila
Hip and delish Mexican destination
Central Standard Craft Distillery
320 East Clybourn StreetUncle Wolfie's Breakfast Tavern
234 E Vine StEngine Company No. 3
217 W National AveEssential brunch destination
The Vanguard
2659 S Kinnickinnic Ave3rd St. Market Hall
Amaranth Bakery & Café
3329 W Lisbon AveBest bakery in the city! Wholesome and memorable vibes.
La Masa Empanada Bar
Drinks & Nightlife
Great craft beers and a few food options in a gorgeous and historic park!
19 locals recommend
Milwaukee's Craft Beer Garden at Humboldt Park
3000 S Howell AveGreat craft beers and a few food options in a gorgeous and historic park!
Outstanding beer selection, pool and shuffleboard, eclectic crowd and decor.
47 locals recommend
Burnhearts
2599 S Logan AveOutstanding beer selection, pool and shuffleboard, eclectic crowd and decor.
The Jazz Estate
2423 N Murray AveGreat jazz, classic ambiance and cocktails!
Boone & Crockett
818 S Water StAt Random
2501 S Delaware AveIce cream cocktails and funky retro decor. Milwaukee classic!
The Mothership
2301 S Logan AveThe Foundation Bar
2718 N Bremen StA unique and authentic tiki bar with excellent drinks.
A timeless Milwaukee jazz institution. Atmosphere you might expect in NYC but with a Midwestern soul and affordable drinks.
12 locals recommend
Caroline's
401 S 2nd StA timeless Milwaukee jazz institution. Atmosphere you might expect in NYC but with a Midwestern soul and affordable drinks.
Another Milwaukee institution! Classy retro atmosphere and drinks that may just blow your mind.
49 locals recommend
Bryant's Cocktail Lounge
1579 S 9th StAnother Milwaukee institution! Classy retro atmosphere and drinks that may just blow your mind.
The Trade, Autograph Collection
Head to the rooftop for drinks with a great view!
Parks & Nature
Great park to experience the lakefront! The beach isn't stellar, but it's an option.
56 locals recommend
South Shore Park
2900 S Shore DrGreat park to experience the lakefront! The beach isn't stellar, but it's an option.
Stunning views of Lake Michigan with nice hiking trails. Somewhat of a hidden gem, not usually crowded. I highly recommend!
Lake Vista Park
4001 Lake Vista ParkwayStunning views of Lake Michigan with nice hiking trails. Somewhat of a hidden gem, not usually crowded. I highly recommend!
Lakeshore State Park, Milwaukee, WI
500 N Harbor DrStunning park with skyline views!
Shopping
Voyageur Book Shop
2212 S Kinnickinnic AveGood selection of books with friendly owners!
Dandy
Sweet vintage shop with a mix of decor, furniture, and clothing.
Essentials
Full of locally sourced and healthy options. The products are good quality, so don’t expect cheap. Also a cafe inside - great for affordable lunch. A fantastic coop with 4 locations across Milwaukee.
54 locals recommend
Outpost Natural Foods
2826 S Kinnickinnic AveFull of locally sourced and healthy options. The products are good quality, so don’t expect cheap. Also a cafe inside - great for affordable lunch. A fantastic coop with 4 locations across Milwaukee.
It’s huge. Very reasonably priced groceries with incredible selection. Where I go to stock up.
13 locals recommend
Woodman's Food Market
1600 E Main StIt’s huge. Very reasonably priced groceries with incredible selection. Where I go to stock up.
Coffee
Interval is amongst the top 3 best coffee roasters in Milwaukee. It’s a higher end café. They have great light bites and pastries as well.
16 locals recommend
Interval
1600 N Jackson StInterval is amongst the top 3 best coffee roasters in Milwaukee. It’s a higher end café. They have great light bites and pastries as well.
Canary Coffee Bar
720 North Doctor Martin Luther King Junior DriveValentine Cafe
7981 S 6th StGreat option for local coffee, only 10 mins from my abode.
Blüm Coffee Garden
4930 W Loomis RdGood nearby option for local coffee and light fare.
Excellent coffee and espresso drinks. Beautiful modern setting with good lighting and lots of plants.
7 locals recommend
Kickapoo Coffee - Milwaukee Cafe
232 E Erie StExcellent coffee and espresso drinks. Beautiful modern setting with good lighting and lots of plants.
Creative and delicious coffee drinks served up in a sleek subterranean space!
Discourse Coffee - Downtown
Creative and delicious coffee drinks served up in a sleek subterranean space!
Valentine Coffee Co.
5918 W Vliet StThe OG Valentine Coffee. Small but quaint space.
Vennture Brew Co
5519 W North Ave