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Milwaukee Food Favorites: Local Gems & Must-Trys
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items These are my favorite spots to eat in Milwaukee, whether I’m craving comfort food, brunch with friends, or a great date night dinner. From local gems to well-loved staples.
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Breakfast/Brunch
Dinner/date night
Latin restaurants
Asian restaurants
Breakfast/Brunch
A super cute brunch spot with Latin-inspired twists on breakfast classics! I love the chilaquiles and French toast, always fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Great coffee and cozy vibes too!
Canela Cafe
Chic, modern brunch spot with huge portions and Instagram-worthy plates! The pancakes and lattes are my go-to—perfect for a fun brunch with friends.
Sweet Diner
One of my favorite brunch spots in Milwaukee! Toast has a cozy vibe, amazing coffee, and unique twists on classic breakfast dishes. The portions are generous and the vibe is always welcoming, perfect for a weekend treat!
Toast Milwaukee
Dinner/date night
Upscale and perfect for special occasions! The steaks are top-tier, the cocktails are amazing, and the service is always spot-on. A go-to for date nights or celebrations.
Carnevor | Milwaukee’s Premier Steakhouse
Authentic Italian vibes with amazing wood-fired pizza and cozy atmosphere. Perfect for date night! make a reservation, it gets busy!
Santino's Little Italy
Upscale Asian fusion in Bay View, where Thai meets Japanese with stunning presentation, creative cocktails, and sleek ambiance. Perfect for date nights or special occasions; reservations recommended!
Room Service Bayview
Latin restaurants
One of my favorite mexican restaurants! Steak tacos, fajitas and carne asada are delicious!
Jalapeno Loco
Delicious oven-baked empanadas in fun, Latin‑inspired flavors like Argentine beef, mushroom‑truffle parmesan, and local favorites like cheese curd & bacon. Perfect for sharing small bites or a trio meal with complimentary jicama slaw. Casual, coz...
La Masa Empanada Bar
A vibrant taste of the Caribbean in Milwaukee! La Caribeña serves authentic Dominican, Colombian & Puerto Rican dishes like mofongo, arroz con gandules, and tostones. Generous portions, bold flavors, and a welcoming, colorful vibe, perfect for ca...
La Caribeña The best Caribbean family restaurant
Asian restaurants
A favorite sushi spot right on the riverfront with amazing views and an upscale casual vibe. The rolls and specialty nigiri are creative and delicious, from classic spicy tuna to inventive signature rolls. They also serve great cocktails, wines, and ...
Screaming Tuna Milwaukee
Modern Asian/sushi gem in Wauwatosa! Creative maki, tonkotsu ramen, and standout apps like flaming tuna crispy rice and bao buns beautifully plated and bursting with flavor. Always busy for a reason!
KIN by Rice n Roll | Sushi & Modern Asian & Ramen
You gotta try the soup dumplings!!
Momo Mee Asian Cuisine