Food & Drink
Southside Food Truck Suspended Over Parking Violations
South Side's Paraíso will remain closed for more than a week following a unanimous vote by the Milwaukee Common Council.
Jun 2nd, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Fire Closes Burnham Park Tavern
Lucky's Ice House Bar & Grill is closed and the tavern's Brewers shuttle service is suspended until further notice.
Jun 2nd, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Why Wisconsin Beef Costs So Much, And Why Shoppers Still Pay It
A UW economist and a century-old butcher shop explain the forces behind record beef prices.
Jun 2nd, 2026 by Trevor Hook, Wisconsin Public Radio
Mexican Food Truck Plans Brick-and-Mortar Restaurant
La Flamita owner buys location to open restaurant.
Jun 2nd, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
New Bars and Restaurants That Opened in May
More than a dozen new food and beverage establishments include a long-awaited Mexican restaurant, cocktail lounge and several coffee shops.
Jun 1st, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Shorewood Cafe Will Summer in Bay View
Plus: Barbecue, Asian buffet and a possible downtown beer garden
May 31st, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
At Bad Moon Saloon, Comfort Food Gets A Not Bad Upgrade
New trailer from a Vanguard alum will serve familiar favorites with unexpected ingredients.
May 29th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Takeout-Focused Hmong Buffet Planned for Milwaukee
Asian H Express would serve ready-made meals near the intersection of 76th Street and Capitol Drive.
May 29th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Beer Garden Could Replace Biggby at Downtown Park
Cafe would switch from lattes to liters.
May 28th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Council Approves New Tavern For Mitchell Street
Machillo's Place is cleared to open in Muskego Way neighborhood.
May 28th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Hunger Task Force Warns Pantries Are “Not Equipped” For Coming Wave
Milwaukee’s largest food bank has already seen traffic climb 35% and expects more after July 1 FoodShare cuts hit immigrants.
May 28th, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
Barbecue Restaurant Opens on Appleton Avenue
Counter-service Charlie's BBQ sells smoked and grilled meats, plus sandwiches and sides.
May 27th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Filipino Food Truck Plans Brick-And-Mortar Restaurant
Three years after food truck launched, Cocina Filipina putting down roots on West Side.
May 26th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
The Long Run of Tony DePalma and Y-NOT II
DePalma died at age 86, after running his unique bar for 55 years.
May 25th, 2026 by Michael Horne
Downtown Dining Week Features 33 Restaurants
Plus: More Jamaican and Korean food for Milwaukee, less jazz and food waste.
May 24th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Pepperpot Targets Locust Street Expansion
Jamaican restaurant plans new carryout spot in Riverwest.
May 22nd, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
New Cafe Operator For Walker’s Point Building
Maria's Cafe is planned to replace Green Baked Goods.
May 21st, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Korean Restaurant Would Fill Former Applebee’s
Barbecue-focused restaurant plans to join 3rd Street Market Hall.
May 21st, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
New Effort Helps Milwaukee and Madison Restaurants Cut Food Waste
Grant funded training program helps restaurants reduce waste, donate and recycle food.
May 20th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Committee Endorses Third Street Tavern Replacement
Sports bar wins approval with new name, agent and assurance it's not a nightclub.
May 20th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
