East Town

Warm Up With These Fun Events

Winterfest. Gallery Night. Monster trucks. And a 'Napoleon Dynamite' reunion. What more could you ask for?

The Wolf on Broadway Adds Brunch

Restaurant debuted brunch menu last weekend, with dishes like pandan French toast and a Fruity Pebbles parfait.

The Year’s Most Popular Stories

10 stories that had huge readership, and tell us a lot about Milwaukee and Wisconsin.

Gallery Night MKE Kicks Off 2024 Season Jan. 19-20

Brooks’ Balanced Kitchen Is Moving

Health-focused cafe in East Town will temporarily close during early months of 2024.

Ninja MKE Steakhouse Is Closed

Three-level sushi and hibachi restaurant in East Town is no more, but owner has plans for new venture in 2024.

New Concepts Opening at Crossroads Collective This Week

Adonis Burger Co. and Temple Goddess are slated to open on Friday.

New Bars and Restaurants That Opened in November

10 new places opened in Milwaukee, from fast food to upscale, many with an ethnic flavor.

Mass Timber Building Gains Concrete Parking Structure

Grinker's proposed office building on Walnut and Vel R. Phillips Ave. grows.

20 Restaurants Offering Thanksgiving Meals

These Milwaukee restaurants are serving festive meals to enjoy on-site or at home.

Barrel Burrito Co. opens in East Town

Caravan Hospitality Group’s first fast casual concept features Grilled Burritos

Barrel Burrito Company Opens in East Town

New fast-casual eatery sells a variety of burritos, plus quesadillas, walking tacos and churros.

Pumpkin-Flannel-Palooza This Weekend

Flannel Fest, Humboldt Park Pumpkin Pavilion, Boo at the Zoo and more.

Japanese Donut Shop Opening Downtown

Mochidon plans October grand opening.

New Burrito Restaurant and Bar For Downtown

Industry veteran Mike Eitel plans Barrel Burrito Company and Eitel's at East Town address.

Park East Removal Didn’t ‘Devastate’ Downtown

Controversy over its removal offers lessons to those opposing plan to take down I-794 link.

Downtown Hotel Taken Over By Lender

Transfer in lieu of foreclosure answers question on why hotel mysteriously closed in late April.

Join Us in Taking Cathedral Square to the Next Level

We are hosting a fundraiser at the top of the Ascent.

Air Show Soars Over A Weekend of Fun

Don't let the sound of jets drown out Gallery Night, Weird Fest and much more.

State Wants Feedback On Plans For I-794

Should elevated freeway between 6th St. and Hoan Bridge become a boulevard? Two public meetings to seek citizen comments.

Fundraiser For Cathedral Square

Cathedral Square Friends is hosting a fundraiser in the rooftop lounge of the Ascent luxury apartment building.

Walker’s Point Apartment Proposal Seeks Zoning Variance

New Land moving forward on 6-story, 65 unit development on 4th and Florida.

Sculpture Milwaukee Returns For 7th Year

Featuring 7 artists from across the globe, 39 works, and a meditation on Michael Jackson.

New Bars and Restaurants That Opened in June

12 new places to check out for coffee, lunch or an upscale dinner.

Safina Brings Modern Italian Cuisine to East Town

Run by longtime Milwaukee restaurateurs, new eatery had soft opening in early June.

Bastille Days Celebrates 40th Anniversary July 13 – 16

One of the world’s largest French festivals will bring back old traditions, new entertainment for 2023 iteration

Elsa’s Has a Unique Parisian Flair

Tasty, classic American food, good service, and such an elegant setting.

Storm the Bastille, Milwaukee’s Only Downtown, Nighttime 5K Run/Walk Returns for 2023

As many as 5,000 participants will help celebrate 40 years of Milwaukee’s French Festival

Jazz in the Park Is Back Thursday Nights starting June 1

“Milwaukee’s Original Date Night” in Cathedral Square Park celebrates over 30 years with jazzy new lineup

Three Rooftop Bars Opening This Weekend

Pilot Project, Indeed and Central Standard will welcome first guests of the season on May 11.

Downtown Dining Week Restaurants Revealed

More than 25 downtown eateries will participate in this year's event.

7 Catalytic Projects For Downtown Milwaukee

New downtown plan calls for streetcar expansion, protected bike network, rethinking 794 and improved public spaces.

Pufferfish Tiki Bar To Open Permanently at Hotel Metro

Grand opening for rooftop bar is May 5.

Gallery Night MKE Celebrates Creativity — at 50+ locations — April 21 & 22

Extended Parking Meter Hours Sparks City Hall Debate, Possible Repeal

But committee holds off for now, citing delayed implementation.

Milwaukee Gets a Mancave

A men's-only barbershop and lounge, Mancave Milwaukee, plans to open in East Town.

Milwaukee Extends Downtown Parking Meters To 9 P.M., Adds Saturdays

Change intended to make it easier to park, but will also grow city's revenue.

Turmeric Indian Cafe Planned for Yankee Hill

Owner of Royal India plans second restaurant, Turmeric Indian Cafe & Bar, near Van Buren and State.

Downtown Milwaukee’s Taste & Toast returns February 27 – March 3

Five nights of discounted bottles and bites available at 18 restaurants from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. nightly

More Changes For North Avenue Market

Plus: N/A bar opens on East Side and Ninja Steakhouse in Downtown, and Bridgewater adds brunch.

Ninja Steakhouse Opens Saturday, See Inside

Hibachi, karaoke and a full-service restaurant spread over three floors.

New Sports Bar For Water Street?

Enigma Sports Bar is planned at location of former Buffalo Wild Wings.

Go Grocer Opens in Third Ward

Plus: Farewell to Flannery's, The Spice House, E&F Pizzeria and Gülden Room Cafe.

Milwaukee Scores Four James Beard Semifinalist Nominations

Several Milwaukee chefs becoming regulars on the annual awards list.

Boats, Art and Monster Trucks This Weekend

And if that’s not enough: high-flying wrestling, a musical dance-along and diverse concert lineup also fill weekend.

Mass Timber Building Planned for Haymarket

7-story office building just north of Downtown to be anchored by Sid Grinker Restoration.

MilTex Kitchen Seeks New Location

Plus: Five new restaurants planned, a micro-grocery for the Brewery District and welcome back Scardina Specialties.

Baking Classes Return to Honeypie

Plus: Four new restaurants. And small-format grocery will serve Brewery District residents.

New Barbershop Will Serve Beers and Pedicures For Men

Mancave Milwaukee slated to open near the corner of Milwaukee Street and Wisconsin Avenue.

Ninja Steakhouse Approaches Opening Date

The sushi-hibachi restaurant will feature three distinct levels including a basement karaoke bar.

The Streets That Solomon Juneau Planned

A walk through Juneautown mixes downtown high rises and a surprising number of sculptures.

Catering Business Planned for East Town

Floremar would provide appetizers and small bites for events.

New Leader for Downer Avenue Business District

Janet Henning, head of Shorewood BID, will add Upper East Side business district to her responsibilities.

Council Suspends McGillycuddy’s For 10 Days

Council committee acts after citing concerns over lax security, noise complaints at bar.

Shanghai Presents VIP Halloween Dinner

Costumes are optional at spooky eastside speakeasy's six-course dinner for only 16 guests.

Brew’d Burger Plans East Town Food Truck Park

After leaving Zocalo a new location on Kilbourn Ave. Where musicians may play as well.

Milwaukee Downtown names its 2022 Downtown Achievement Award winners

Key projects and downtown players recognized at Milwaukee Downtown’s 2022 annual meeting

City Wins Grant To Reconstruct Cherry Street Bridge

Bridge, which connects Downtown to Brewers Hill, was built in 1940.

Zizzo Opens New HQ In Historic Building

Marketing firm sits on the dividing line between Third Ward and Walker's Point with space that mixes fun with work.

Fall Gallery Night MKE unites Milwaukee’s downtown neighborhoods through art Oct. 21-22

Yankee Hill Was Height Of Early Milwaukee Society

Area settled by New England transplants still has 19th century mansions and churches.

Downtown Dining Week begins today, runs Sept. 8 – 15

“From steak and seafood to BBQ and global cuisine, there’s something for every palate on this year’s list of Downtown Dining Week participants,” said Beth Weirick, CEO of Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21.

Central Standard Creates Wisconsin Brandy Old Fashioned Hall of Fame

You can nominate a winner. First class of six inductees to be announced Oct. 15.

Downtown Dining Week Returns Sept. 8 – 15

The event features prix-fixe menus at $15 or $25 for lunch and $35 or $45 for dinner at 28 restaurants

Midwest Shores Opening in Iron Block Building

Shop selling fossils, crystals and polished rocks is located downtown—just a stone's throw from Penzeys Spices.

Downtown Dining Week Returns

More than 25 downtown restaurants offering specials Sept. 8 to 15.

SlyFox and Revival Join Craft Cocktail Scene

Plus: Soup Bros is no more, but its most popular soups will join the menu at sibling restaurant, Boo Boo's.

Downtown Dining Week sets the table for a September return

Annual feast returns September 8 – 15 with 25+ downtown eateries offering lunch and dinner specials

Paper Table Food Hall Opens

Blac Bistro is now serving at the highly-anticipated food hall.

New Night Club Now Open on Water Street

Bodega replaces District on Water.

Air & Water Show Returns

Plus: Gallery night, food truck fest, a brewery celebrates its birthday and more.

Bastille Days is Back

Dubbel Dutch To Open Public Gallery Space

The gallery's first exhibition will feature photography by local artists.

Summer Gallery Night MKE unites Milwaukee’s downtown neighborhoods through art July 22-23

Milwaukee Ballet Brings Dance into the Community Throughout July

The month of free “Ballet Beat” workshops and activities culminates with two outdoor performances

Jazz in the Park Is Back Thursday Nights starting July 21

Free summer concert series in Cathedral Square Park ‘Jazz’s up’ this year’s Lineup

New Land Plans New S. 5th St. Building

Firm pursuing fourth apartment complex in Walker's Point.

Italian Restaurant Planned For East Town

Safina's would be run by former Giovanni's owners, offering casual dining with Sicilian favorites.

Bastille Days and the Milwaukee Art Museum Celebrate French Culture in July

Four-day French festival and museum events bring Joie de vivre back to MKE

Milwaukee’s Only Downtown and Nighttime 5K Run/Walk, Storm the Bastille, Returns in Person for 2022

Element Opens in Walker’s Point, Nearly Fully Leased

New S. 5th St. apartment building finds no issue drawing residents.

New High-End Restaurant For Downtown

Mediterranean restaurant Lupi & Iris features food by James Beard award-winning chef.