Food & Drink
Committee Deadlocks on Victor’s Replacement
Fractious committee meeting leaves fate of sports bar and eatery Ava's on Van Buren up to full council.
Jul 22nd, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
$100,000 Grant Will Support Kitchen at MacCanon Brown Homeless Sanctuary
Project would expand nonprofit's efforts to address food insecurity in 53206 area.
Jul 21st, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
New Ramen Restaurant for W. Wells St.
Tesshin Ramen plans to open in late 2026, replacing Tangled Noodles.
Jul 21st, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
County Seeks Operator for Red Arrow Park Building
Following Biggby Coffee closure, county wants long-term tenant for downtown facility.
Jul 21st, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Beloved Bartender ‘Ger’mama’ Is Retiring
The cheery mama figure at Coffeetails will end her five-decade industry career this week.
Jul 20th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
New Grocery Store Proposed at Former Aldi
Shuttered Northwest Side store could become full service grocery.
Jul 20th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
A Tiramisu Takeover at Local Boba Shops
Plus: A new East Side cafe, 80 state fair foods and the return of Easy Tyger.
Jul 19th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Miss Katie’s Diner Is a Milwaukee Classic
Serving up 1950's atmosphere and menu, with dependably satisfying food.
Jul 19th, 2026 by Cari Taylor-Carlson
Longtime Soup Restaurant to Close
The Soup Kitchen will shut down its three locations later this month, following eviction notice.
Jul 17th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Milwaukee Food Council Unveils New Strategic Plan
Five-year plan aims to dramatically reshape 19-year-old organization.
Jul 17th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Rise & Grind Shutters Last Cafe
But co-owner hints at plans for the future.
Jul 17th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
New Documentary Highlights Milwaukee Chef
'Humble Kitchen,' featuring Gregory León, will be available online later this month.
Jul 15th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
