Enjoy MKE

Dining | Upscale

Lake Park Bistro | French-inspired dining overlooking Lake Michigan, known for timeless charm. Bacchus | Sophisticated lakefront dining with polished service, and an excellent wine list. Cassis | A stylish newer French restaurant serving classic bistro fare in a lively, chic setting. Lupi & Iris | A buzzy upscale spot featuring costal European cuisine, beautiful interiors, and a fashionable crowd. Onesto | A warm and inviting Italian restaurant serving house-made pasta and rustic favorites in the Third Ward. Sanford | One of Milwaukee’s most acclaimed Restaurants in an intimate and elegant setting. Carnivore | Milwaukee’s iconic steakhouse, famous for large cuts of meat and old-school supper club vibes.

Dining | Casual

Odd Duck | A trendy small-plates restaurant with globally inspired dishes made for sharing. Tre Rivali | A vibrant Mediterranean restaurant known for bold flavors and a stylish, energetic dining room. Swingin’ Door Exchange | A classic Milwaukee tavern known for burgers, sandwiches and a lively atmosphere. Elsa’s | A beloved local burger spot known for simple classics and longtime neighborhood charm.

Breakfast & Coffee

Colectivo Coffee | A beloved local roaster with dependable coffee and welcoming cafe spaces. Discourse Coffee | A design-forward cafe known for inventive and elevated coffee creations. Anodyne Coffee Roasting Co. | Excellent espresso and cool industrial-chic spaces with strong local character. SweetDiner | A favorite brunch destination with creative breakfast dishes in a bright and modern space Cafe Benelux | Perfect for brunch with Belgian waffles, cocktails and rooftop seating. Blue Bat Kitchen | A fun riverfront brunch spot known for tacos, margaritas and upbeat weekend vibes.

Wisconsin Classics

Mader’s Restaurant | A Milwaukee institution serving classic German specialties in a historic old-world setting. Milwaukee Brat House | The go-to spot for brats, cheese curds, beer and lively Wisconsin sports-bar energy. Kopp’s Frozen Custard | Famous for giant burgers and some of Wisconsin’s best frozen custard flavors.

Breweries

Lakefront Brewery | One of Milwaukee’s most iconic breweries with the city’s most famous cheese curds. Miller Brewery | A classic Milwaukee Brewery experience celebrating one of the city’s most famous brands. Third Space Brewing | A spacious neighborhood brewery with excellent craft beer and a relaxed patio scene. MobCraft Brewery | Known for inventive crowd-sourced beers and a cool industrial taproom. Sprecher Brewing | A local favorite known for craft beer, root beer and approachable brewery tours

Drinks & Night Life

The Outsider | A rooftop cocktail bar with skyline views and one of the best patios in the city. Bryant’s Cocktail Lounge | A legendary cocktail bar famous for vintage glamour and expertly made drinks. Boone & Crockett | A riverside favorite known for frozen drinks, patios and great summer energy. Camp Bar Third Ward | A playful Wisconsin-themed bar with cabin decor, fun drinks and lively crowds. Dark Bar at Saint Kate | A moody, speak-easy style cocktail bar located within the Saint Kate Hotel.

Things To Do In Milwaukee

Events Happening Wedding Weekend

Jazz in the Park (Thurs 5 - 9PM) | Free outdoor live music at Cathedral Square park. Brewers Game (Friday & Sunday) | Milwaukee Brewers vs St. Louis Cardinals at American Family Field on Friday, September 25th (6:40PM) and Sunday, September 27th (2:10PM) Doors Open Milwaukee (Sat & Sun) | Free access to some of Milwaukee’s most famous and historic buildings.

Enjoy the River or Lakefront

Boat Rides | Take a river cruise or architecture tour through Milwaukee Boat Line, Edelweiss Boat Tours or Milwaukee Kayak Company. Milwaukee RiverWalk | A scenic downtown path lined with restaurants, public art and great city views Oak Leaf Trail | A beautiful lakefront trail ideal for walking, running or renting bikes.

Shopping & Exploring

Milwaukee Public Market | Great for grabbing a bite, browsing local vendors and exploring the neighborhood. Historic Third Ward | Milwaukee’s trendiest district filled with boutiques, galleries, restaurants and charm.

Art & Culture

Milwaukee Art Museum | A stunning lakefront museum and one of the city’s most iconic landmarks. Discovery World An interactive science and technology museum great for families or rainy days. Harley-Davidson Museum | A must see Milwaukee attraction with fascinating exhibits Brewery Tour Lakefront Brewery and Miller Brewery offer some of the most entertaining brewery tours in MKE.