Walker’s Point

Celebrate the Caribbean & Latin America Festival in Walker’s Point this Saturday

Milwaukee Wine Academy Offering Spanish Language Class

Sip, savor and speak Spanish while discovering wines from the Southern Cone at July 28 event.

Hamburger Mary’s to Close, Relocate

After eight years in the Walker's Point neighborhood, the restaurant is poised for change.

Loans, Subsidies Approved To Support 301 Affordable Apartments

Redevelopment Authority working to advance three developments to groundbreakings.

Catrina Cafe Opens in Walker’s Point

Business replaces Snifters, operating as a restaurant by day, a dance club by night.

MCTS Updates RNC Bus Detours To Better Serve Downtown, Riders

The initial plan left a 1.4-mile gap between stops on many routes.

MCTS Announces Bus Detours for RNC

14 MCTS routes will be detoured around Republican National Convention's security perimeter. Changes could begin July 11.

1033 Announces Closure, Planned Rebrand

After just 13 months, wine bar and seafood restaurants is officially closed.

Protected Bike Lane Will Run From Downtown To Sherman and Capitol

5.5-mile corridor will be a result of several street reconstruction projects.

Veit Submits Winning Bid To Demolish Northridge Mall

Company has smashed everything from Bradley Center to Marquette's beer-can-shaped dorm.

Featured Member Exhibition: Jovanny Hernandez Caballero VE’E, Immersive Experience June 22nd 2pm-6pm

Move Over RNC, ‘Great Cosmopods’ To Take Over Milwaukee’s Beaches

30-foot 'sea creatures' part of ArtBlaze, a series of four free events to liven up summer.

MPD launches the 2024 Operation Summer Guardian

Protected Bike Lanes Will Link Bay View With Downtown

Series of city projects will provide safe link between South Side and Downtown.

Walker’s Point Will Get New Plaza, Protected Bike Lanes

And upgraded skate park. City plans 11 projects to improve south-side area.

Japanese Restaurant For Walker’s Point

Cute Robot Japanese Kitchen plans July opening with such dishes as takoyaki, katsu, sandos and more.

Two Seasonal Patios Opening

Plus: Two beer gardens opening, an urban cheesemaker and new sushi and southern restaurants.

City Funds Will Boost Walker’s Point Development

Corner of 1st and National would see new affordable apartment building.

MCTS Announces Summer Bus Service Changes

Connect 1 will begin running to lakefront and 10 lines will increase or reduce frequency.

Draft & Vessel Owner Plans Cafe at Vel R. Phillips Plaza

Entrepreneur Nat Davauer has big plans for key downtown space.

Milwaukee Menus Showcase Foraged Feasts

Ramps, morels, fiddlehead ferns and more. Plus: Four new restaurants opening.

Wild Space Dance Company presents Skip Stitch

Council President Jose Perez Reelected

Pérez wins by 10-5 vote over Milele Coggs to lead city's legislative body.

New Restaurant Would Save Historic Wildenberg Hotel

Cafe India owner plans major development on S. 27th St.

Indeed Rolls Out THC Drinks

Two flavors, each with a different dose, now for sale at Walker's Point taproom.

Milwaukee Candle Co Presents MKE Cleanup Series: Uniting Community for a Cleaner, Greener Milwaukee

New Plan Would Save Former Acapulco Restaurant Building

And a new brunch restaurant would fill the popular restaurant's space.

Houseworks Collective Expands Its Presence in Milwaukee – New Headquarters in Walker’s Point

New Walker’s Point Tavern Planned by Draft & Vessel Owner

The name to be announced, it's slated to open in time for the Pride Parade in June.

Mitten Fest Moves To Harbor District

Plus: Dead Man's Carnival, magic shadows and more.

Food Hall Would Save Historic Tavern

Clarence Morse's dream to restore 1890s Riverwest tavern moving toward reality.

6 Milwaukee Chefs Earn James Beard Nominations

Chefs from Amilinda, Birch, Odd Duck and EsterEv all made the 2024 list.

Raw Bars Are Booming in Milwaukee

Plus: two new restaurants, two new bars coming, Lopez bakery closing and Movida expanding.

10 Most Popular MCTS Routes in 2023

Top route had 7,300 rides per day. Future BRT corridors rank among most popular.

5 N/A Offerings For Dry January

Plus: 42 choices for New Year's dining, Polish deli reopens on South Side and farewell to Sunshine Cafe.

Movida’s Major Expansion

113-year-old building receiving modern addition just in time for RNC.

42 Choices for Special New Year’s Dining

From pizza to lobster to duck rillettes, so many different dining and drink options.

THC Has Become Alcohol Alternative

A whole different kind of drink. Plus: Biggby Coffee comes to Downtown, Brooks' Balanced Kitchen closes and Milwaukee's oldest bar returns.

City Seeks Grants to Build Bike Lanes on 2nd, Center, Sherman and Lisbon

Part of mayor's proposal to build 50 miles of protected bike lanes by 2026.

Engine Company No. 3 To End Brunches

Restaurant will transition into events-only space. Final brunch service will be on Dec. 31.

Milwaukee Bars Hosting Many Holiday Pop-Ups

Plus: 10 new bars and restaurants open and farewell (sort of) to Clock Shadow Creamery.

22 Restaurants Hosting December Dining Events, Holiday Specials

From prix fixe chef's dinners to takeout meals, Milwaukee restaurants offer something for everyone this holiday season.

Deal Prevents Iron Horse Hotel Foreclosure

Plus: Trouble for downtown hotels. And a recap of the week's real estate news.

Milwaukee Marathon Returning In 2024 With New Route, Date

Race ditches Deer District, Downtown for Lakefront, East Side and Bay View.

Allie Boy’s Adding Second Location on East Side

Larger space will allow Walker's Point bagelry to maximize bagel production, connect with new neighborhood.

Green Infrastructure Improvements Coming To Becher Street Overpass

Project will capture stormwater where W. Becher Street goes under Interstate 94.

New Mural Brightens Former Tannery

Dave Watkins' new mural at River Place Lofts is visible from Interstate 94.

City TIF Plan Will Expand Riverwalk

Pending council approval. Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Folk Fair Highlights Busy Weekend

But don't sleep on the FEZtival of Trees.

Brownfield Grant Will Help Get Walker’s Point Apartments Started

New Land moving forward with Via on 5th Street.

Local Arts Coalition Launches Fund Drive

Milwaukee Small Arts and Culture Cohort, includes 12 groups, seeks to raise $945,000 over 3 years.

20 Restaurants Offering Thanksgiving Meals

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

Brady Street’s Balzac Will Close

The final service for wine bar and small plates restaurant will be on Nov. 22.

Milwaukee’s Three Streetcar Extensions Need Mayoral Direction

Extensions to Fiserv Forum, East Side, Walker's Point and Bronzeville need local funding source.

Council Votes To Close HEX Night Club

But the landlord appears to have beaten city to the punch.

Infused-Cocktail Bar and Cafe Opening In Walker’s Point

Canni will open its new bar and cafe space on Nov. 3, offering drinks infused with CBD, hemp-derived THC, kava and functional mushrooms.

Walker’s Point Has a New Bakery

Lucy Bakes, open Friday and Saturday, offers cookies, cupcakes, brownies and more.

New Mexican Restaurant Opens in Walker’s Point

Taqueria la Guelaguetza serves Mexican cuisine with a focus on Oaxacan dishes.

Saz’s Breaks Ground on Walker’s Point Expansion

Patio space, upper balcony, outdoor bar and more coming in spring 2024.

Harvest Festival Marks 18 Years of Milwaukee Public Market

The Oct. 14 celebration will include food and drink, live music and plenty of fall-inspired activities.

19 Milwaukee Events to Haunt Your Halloween

From ghouls night out to a date with your boo, here's where to find the best Halloween festivities.

Pet Store Opening in Walker’s Point

Skilos will occupy first floor of renovated building near river and Third Ward.

Movida Adding Rooftop Bar, Dining Room

Adding 70 seats and private event space to Spanish restaurant in Walker's Point.

New Wine Bar For Walker’s Point

Cork MKE plans to serve a wide variety of wines in a quiet, laid-back atmosphere.

8 New Bars and Restaurants Opened in September

Including great new spots for burgers, beer, buffalo-wings and more.

Indeed Introducing THC Gummies to Taproom

Cannabis meets craft beer at the Walker's Point brewery.

West Side’s Triciclo Peru is Closed

Restaurant at 38th and Vliet shuttered last week with no explanation.

Milwaukee Wins $3 Million To Fight Youth Homelessness

Continuum of Care partners will rely on youth input for how funding will be spent.

Inaugural Hand Pie Fest Planned For South Side

Festival will conclude Southside Dining Week with hand pie sampling, music and tours of newly-opened MiSA.

8 Great Celebrations of Oktoberfest

Actually one is Czechtoberfest. But all offer beer, food and entertainment.

Bartolotta Headquarters Moving to Walker’s Point

Current office will be razed for new Milwaukee Public Museum.

Discourse Bringing Experimental Drinks to Radio Milwaukee

First cafe there since Stone Creek left in 2020 will have food, patisserie, January opening.

Ruby’s Bagels Will Represent Milwaukee at New York BagelFest

Bakers from across the nation will compete for coveted 'Best Bagel' award.

New Bars and Restaurants That Opened in August

More than a dozen establishments opened their doors last month, including a sushi restaurant, riverfront cocktail lounge and a Neapolitan-style pizza trailer.

Mostly Vacant 100 East Tower Sells For $29 Million

Plus: Advertising firm moves to Walker's Point and a recap of the week's real estate news.

POP Sets Opening Date in Walker’s Point

Neighborhood's newest LGBTQ bar plans to arrive in style on Sept. 8.

Four Spots to Celebrate National Dog Day

Four-legged friends are the focus of these Aug. 26 events.

Third Ward Hosting Outdoor Community Dinner

Sold-out event will feature six-course meal prepared by neighborhood's standout chefs.

Rockwell Automation Building Indoor Farm

7,300-square-foot hydroponic vertical farm to be completed by summer 2024.

Construction Could Start in 60 Days On Massive Bay View Project

Proposal would add eight buildings, 576 apartments where a vacant factory stands.

The Noble Quietly Closes

The quirky Walker's Point restaurant has served its last meal.

MPD Seeks Partners For New Camera Network

Partnerships with residents and businesses allow MPD to tap into network of surveillance footage across the city.

Taco Bandito Bringing Mexican Eats to Walker’s Point

New food truck serving fish tacos and street corn is set to open next week.

Major Arts Foundation Proposes Walker’s Point Cultural Center

Ruth Foundation aims to redevelop W. Florida Street building.

Thelma Carol Hosting Spanish Wine Tasting

Event will include more than 20 unique red, white and sparkling wines, plus sangria and snacks.

Say Hello to Rusty the Mastodon

Newly christened 22,000-pound sculpture in the Third Ward made from a former shoe company boiler.

City Seeks Developer For Land at 16th and Forest Home

Deal will even include part of the street. Plus: recap of the week's real estate news.

National Ave Could Get Protected Bike Lanes, Fewer Driving Lanes

But will accommodations be made for bus rapid transit or streetcar service?

Deep Lake Future Exhibition Opens July 21

Immersive art experience at Small Works gallery in Walker's Point takes you under the surface and into the future of the Great Lakes.

Walker’s Point Apartment Proposal Seeks Zoning Variance

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

New Bars and Restaurants That Opened in June

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

Committee Backs 4 Streetcar Extensions

If federal grants received, system could reach Fiserv Forum, East Side, Bronzeville and Walker's Point.