Review

Dining: McKiernan’s Irish Pub Has Good Bar Grub
Dining

McKiernan’s Irish Pub Has Good Bar Grub

Lots of corned beef and that funky Barnacle Bud’s-style atmosphere.

Theater: So Many Jokes, So Little Time
Theater

So Many Jokes, So Little Time

Next Act has fun with Neil Simon’s ‘Laughter on the 23rd Floor.’

Classical: The Yaniv Dinur Show
Classical

The Yaniv Dinur Show

Milwaukee Symphony resident conductor shines as both pianist and conductor in all-Mozart program.

Dining: Fiesta Café Offers Big Breakfast
Dining

Fiesta Café Offers Big Breakfast

Mexican place in Walker’s Point offers tasty, healthy meals.

Dining: Don’t Try Fairgrounds for Food
Dining

Don’t Try Fairgrounds for Food

Chicago-based chain’s local cafe has a great selection of coffees, teas. The food? Meh.

Theater: ‘The Nerd’ Is Still a Laugh Riot
Theater

‘The Nerd’ Is Still a Laugh Riot

The Rep’s revival of Larry Shue play it originated is fresh, funny and fast moving.

Dining: Orenda Café Is a New Favorite
Dining

Orenda Café Is a New Favorite

Not perfect, but south-side cafe offers big portions and creative, Mexican-inspired dishes.

Art: Dialing Up Old Memories
Art

Dialing Up Old Memories

The final show before Frank Juarez Gallery closes features artist Dale Knaak. It’s terrific.

Dining: El Salvador Has Gotten National Press
Dining

El Salvador Has Gotten National Press

New York Times featured it. It’s a small special place with wonderful food.

Classical: MSO, Masur Score With Beethoven
Classical

MSO, Masur Score With Beethoven

Composer’s early symphonies work well at the Pabst.

Art: Beasts of the Painted World
Art

Beasts of the Painted World

The painters in Tory Folliard’s group show capture a natural world filled with strange creatures.

Classical: “Utterance” Is a Music Theater Event
Classical

“Utterance” Is a Music Theater Event

Powerful music beautifully sung and staged in a uniquely theatrical way. Don’t miss it.