Food & Drink
Pabst Venues Go All In on Hemp Candies
Plus: Aldi closes, FreshFin exiting East Side and a new community cafe.
Jan 18th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
DOC’s Commerce Smokehouse Is a BBQ Blast
Southern, hickory smoked, dry rubbed ribs, pork and brisket with special sauces.
Jan 18th, 2026 by Cari Taylor-Carlson
Draft & Co. Opens Downtown
The long-awaited bar and grill is open for business at Vel R. Phillips Plaza.
Jan 16th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Vacant Northside Building Could Become Community Cafe
BLK Coffee part of a larger effort to create business hub.
Jan 16th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Secret Cocktail Lounge Expanding
Speakeasy in Black Cat Alley can now accommodate larger reservations, private events.
Jan 16th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
East Side Poké Restaurant Closing
FreshFin announces second Milwaukee restaurant closure, reveals last day of service.
Jan 15th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Wisconsin Puts State Dollars Into Local Food For The First Time
Feeding Wisconsin calls $10 million program a critical investment as donations fall and more residents seek help.
Jan 15th, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
Police Connection Delays Proposed Riverwest Sports Bar
One of the owners is police department employee. Will city allow it?
Jan 14th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
New Mexican Restaurant Has 5,000 Square Feet
Guelaguetza Restaurante Y Barra is now open on National Avenue.
Jan 14th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
New Restaurant Proposed For Bavette Space
Experienced restaurateurs plan new concept in popular Third Ward space.
Jan 13th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Lakefront Brewery Adding Riverside Amenities
Will make riverside more pedestrian friendly, more fun for customers.
Jan 13th, 2026 by Michael Horne
Couple Seeks National Gourmet Cookie Franchise for Milwaukee
Proposal could revive vacant building north of Marquette campus.
Jan 13th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
