Food & Drink
Honey Butter Cafe Set to Make Bay View Debut
Brunch spot looks forward to its first expansion.
Oct 2nd, 2026 by Lauren Hafeman
New Bar and Lounge Planned for Former Fuel Space in Walker’s Point
Herb-forward cocktails, zero-proof botanical drinks and a living plant wall planned for new business.
Oct 2nd, 2026 by Lauren Hafeman
Summerfest Grounds Add Haunted Mini Golf
Halloween mini golf and a growing Oktoberfest celebration are latest signs of festival grounds getting more use.
Oct 1st, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Mexican Ice Cream and Snack Shop Planned for Walker’s Point
A couple hopes to bring their traditional, homemade Mexican treats southside main street.
Sep 30th, 2026 by Lauren Hafeman
Gordo’s Bubble Waffles Eyes UW-Milwaukee
The dessert shop looks to open its fifth location.
Sep 30th, 2026 by Lauren Hafeman
New Farm-to-School Initiative Will Grow Greens Inside MPS Classrooms
USDA grant funds hydroponic growing systems, training and local food connections.
Sep 30th, 2026 by Lauren Hafeman
East Side Starbucks Closes, Again
Chain closes Lower East Side shop as part of 250-store downsizing.
Sep 29th, 2026 by Lauren Hafeman
Camino to Make Short Move in Walker’s Point
Bar and restaurant will take over former fire station.
Sep 28th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Chef Featured in New Season of Hell’s Kitchen
Il Ponte and Lupi & Iris chef has had rapid climb through the ranks.
Sep 26th, 2026 by Lauren Hafeman
Food Relief Program for Older Adults Hits Major Milestone
Hunger Task Force and DoorDash mark a milestone in fighting senior food insecurity.
Sep 25th, 2026 by Lauren Hafeman
New Cafe and Cocktail Concept Planned for Bronzeville
'People are trying to build up the Bronzeville neighborhood and I want to be a part of that,' says owner.
Sep 25th, 2026 by Lauren Hafeman
Walker’s Point Restaurant Closes
Cute Robot Japanese Kitchen bids abrupt farewell.
Sep 24th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Vegan Bakery Opening Downtown Location
After a summer back in its “speakeasy” kitchen, Hooch MKE will again brick-and-mortar storefront.
Sep 24th, 2026 by Lauren Hafeman
Council Walks Back Food Truck Curfew
With concerns unresolved, alderpersons vote 15-0 to repeal earlier closing times for food trucks.
Sep 23rd, 2026 by Lauren Hafeman
Council Suspends License of Third Ward Event Venue
After hours activity at issue.
Sep 22nd, 2026 by Lauren Hafeman
Visit Milwaukee ‘Taps’ New Tourism Initiative
Historic sites, beer gardens and breweries on a new seven county "trail."
Sep 22nd, 2026 by Lauren Hafeman
Downtown Restaurant Quietly Closes
Owner says multi-vendor model became challenging to sustain, already has new venture lined up.
Sep 22nd, 2026 by Lauren Hafeman
After Wisconsin Lawsuit, USDA Tightens Rules On Dairy Marketing Funds
New directive blocks checkoff dollars from backing net-zero and climate neutrality efforts.
Sep 21st, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
Downtown Salad Shop Shutters
'Your lease is currently in default' says notice.
Sep 21st, 2026 by Lauren Hafeman
