Food & Drink
City Suspends Northwest Side Bar
Committee divided over shooting near bar; New Entertainers must close for 15 days.
Jan 21st, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Do Sales by Home Bakers Need Regulation?
Republican bill creates regulatory system for cottage food industry in Wisconsin.
Jan 21st, 2026 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
Milwaukee Nabs 4 James Beard Nominations
Chefs and restaurants in Bay View, Walker's Point, scored semifinalist slots.
Jan 21st, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Is Sam’s Tap in Bay View Closed For Good?
Nearly century old building, long a tavern, went dark last fall.
Jan 20th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
City Suspends Pink Agave
Bay View business accused of skirting health inspections.
Jan 20th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Silver Spring Sentry is Closing
Latest in a string of grocery closings in the city, worsening food deserts.
Jan 19th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
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
