Food & Drink
Third Ward Could Get New Chicken Chain
Korean restaurant Char'd is no more, but owners tease a new business in recent announcement.
Jun 5th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
The Return of Milwaukee Dumpling Fest
More than a dozen chefs and restaurants set to participate in fourth annual fest.
Jun 5th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Milwaukee Restaurants Go Halal For Annual Restaurant Week
Halal dining event returns June 5 through 14.
Jun 5th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Bay View Piggly Wiggly Unveils Renovation
Multimillion-dollar project includes aesthetic updates, revised layout and expanded inventory.
Jun 4th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Southside Bar Eyes New Location
Dulce Diabla plans bar, dance club and sit-down dining for building in Muskego Way neighborhood.
Jun 4th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Alderman Complains of ‘Parking Chaos’ at Delivery-Focused Food Hall
'It's a zoo outside Paper Table,' complains neighboring business. Alders divided on issue.
Jun 4th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Southside Food Truck Suspended Over Parking Violations
South Side's Paraíso will remain closed for more than a week following a unanimous vote by the Milwaukee Common Council.
Jun 2nd, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Fire Closes Burnham Park Tavern
Lucky's Ice House Bar & Grill is closed and the tavern's Brewers shuttle service is suspended until further notice.
Jun 2nd, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Why Wisconsin Beef Costs So Much, And Why Shoppers Still Pay It
A UW economist and a century-old butcher shop explain the forces behind record beef prices.
Jun 2nd, 2026 by Trevor Hook, Wisconsin Public Radio
Mexican Food Truck Plans Brick-and-Mortar Restaurant
La Flamita owner buys location to open restaurant.
Jun 2nd, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
New Bars and Restaurants That Opened in May
More than a dozen new food and beverage establishments include a long-awaited Mexican restaurant, cocktail lounge and several coffee shops.
Jun 1st, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Shorewood Cafe Will Summer in Bay View
Plus: Barbecue, Asian buffet and a possible downtown beer garden
May 31st, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
At Bad Moon Saloon, Comfort Food Gets A Not Bad Upgrade
New trailer from a Vanguard alum will serve familiar favorites with unexpected ingredients.
May 29th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Takeout-Focused Hmong Buffet Planned for Milwaukee
Asian H Express would serve ready-made meals near the intersection of 76th Street and Capitol Drive.
May 29th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Beer Garden Could Replace Biggby at Downtown Park
Cafe would switch from lattes to liters.
May 28th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Council Approves New Tavern For Mitchell Street
Machillo's Place is cleared to open in Muskego Way neighborhood.
May 28th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Hunger Task Force Warns Pantries Are “Not Equipped” For Coming Wave
Milwaukee’s largest food bank has already seen traffic climb 35% and expects more after July 1 FoodShare cuts hit immigrants.
May 28th, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
Barbecue Restaurant Opens on Appleton Avenue
Counter-service Charlie's BBQ sells smoked and grilled meats, plus sandwiches and sides.
May 27th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Filipino Food Truck Plans Brick-And-Mortar Restaurant
Three years after food truck launched, Cocina Filipina putting down roots on West Side.
May 26th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
The Long Run of Tony DePalma and Y-NOT II
DePalma died at age 86, after running his unique bar for 55 years.
May 25th, 2026 by Michael Horne
