Downtown Milwaukee’s Taste & Toast returns February 24 – 28
Five nights of discounted bottles and bites available at more than 20 restaurants from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. nightly
MILWAUKEE (February 6, 2025) – Lift a glass and enjoy a bite during the 10th annual Taste & Toast, a happy hour and small plate event coordinated by Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21, returning to downtown February 24 – 28. During the event, more than 20 downtown restaurants and bars will offer specially priced small plates and appetizers with gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan-friendly options; and one-of-a-kind non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages, from 4 to 7 p.m.
This year’s participants include: 90s2K Café, AJ Bombers, Blue Bat Kitchen + Tequilaria, Central Standard Crafthouse & Kitchen, Cubanitas, The Edison, Experts Only MKE, The Knick, Lobby Lounge at The Pfister Hotel, LP MKE, Lucky Clover Irish Pub, McGillycuddy’s Bar & Grill, MOTOR Bar & Restaurant, Old German Beer Hall, Oggie’s Kitchen + Bar, On Tap, Onesto, Red Rock Saloon, Smoke Shack, The Social American Tavern, SportClub, Tropic, Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar and Ward’s House of Prime.“Taste & Toast is an opportunity to sip and sample at many of Downtown Milwaukee’s most popular hot spots,” said Beth Weirick, CEO of Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21. “The diversity in food and beverage offerings is unmatched, making this event one of winter’s best call for happy hour.”
As a bonus incentive for participating in Taste & Toast, two diners will each be awarded $300 in dining gift certificates. To enter, participants will be asked to complete a Taste & Toast survey about their experience at www.TasteToastMKE.com. At the conclusion of the event, two winners will be randomly drawn. Surveys must be completed by Monday, March 3.
In addition, Interstate Parking will offer discounted parking to Taste & Toast patrons at select lots. Visit www.TasteToastMKE.com to view participating lots and promo code info.
Menus of Taste & Toast participants will be available for preview at www.TasteToastMKE.com in mid-February. Reservations are encouraged where accepted.NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.
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