Unsure what to grab for lunch, I stopped here and chose a Corned Beef Sandwich with slaw. Awesome…read more Best in Milwaukee. And I've tried all the popular corned beef places. Needs to be on the list for Best Corned Beef Sandwich in Milwaukee.

Date of visit: September 16, 2025…read more This was near some friends and they raved about the food--especially the breakfast items, which they serve all day. I should have listened to them because I went with more of a lunch/dinner type item and it wasn't made the way I asked for it. My husband also went lunch/dinner and also did not get what he asked for. Staff was frustrated and apologetic, but I didn't love the delay after a long day at work. Thankfully the second time was the charm and my bananas foster milkshake was quite good and definitely something I would recommend. A member of staff had their little one hanging around, and while I don't normally care about that, when they wandered outside and were playing a bit closer to the street than I was comfortable with, I knew it was time to go. The outdoor seating is directly on the sidewalk, so if that is not your jam, look to sit inside instead, though this did not bother me at all. Next time I come I would listen to my friends and hope for an error free breakfast item instead!

The vibe is awesome!! Love the theme and decor, has a real tiki feel! The server was very nice…read morehowever service was slow and not super attentive. Got happy hour drink, Water of Life which was good. It came in a flamingo cup. We ordered two food dishes to share and were not very impressed. Portions were small for the price. The island stir fry was bland, the teriyaki sauce on the side was needed. We added jerk chicken which helped with the flavor. But disappointed in amount of veggies. The Wauwatiki smash was alright. The smash patties were a little charred. The pineapple was not very juicy and the burger could have used more sauce. The burger came with crack fries which were just seasoned fries they were good but nothing special.

Recently my friends and I decided to meet up here for a birthday drink and some of the people…read morepossibly wanted to get food. My friend probably should have made a reservation for the amount of people that we had, 8 total but not all came at the same time or stayed. When asked if we could get on a list for a table that Friday night, there was a 30-40 minute wait so some of us sat at the bar and there was an empty table next to us so we used that as well. The drinks were good, although a bit pricey in my opinion. I didn't try any food but several people got the fried rice and it looked and smelled really good. One thing I didn't like about our visit was the attitude of the server/host working the section we were near. I don't know, she was rude and kept glaring at us because some of us were in her section maybe? She kept talking to the bartenders while staring at us. I think she assumed those people would only order from the bar rather than from her but that wasn't the case. We ended up leaving before we got a table for all of us because the vibe was just off. I will say they have a large patio outside which would be nice in summer. The bartenders were very attentive and friendly, just not thrilled with the one person. Also, I got one of the drinks that has fire and I had to ask the bartender if I needed to put it out. He said, well yeah you should put it out before drinking it. Right, but what I meant was will it go out by itself or do I need to do it? Creative looking drinks but maybe they could mention how to go about it if it's on fire lol. Or maybe I'm stupid. I like the chill vibe and low lighting so in my opinion, it's better to go with a smaller group or for date night.

Made a 7:00 reservation for a Sunday night, but got to the restaurant around 6:00. There was ample…read moreroom at the bar to eat, but we still grabbed a table. This is a beautiful space with lots of light, creative decor and a cozy feel, but the space is relatively small with tables of four, so it's easy to fill up quickly. We started with the Hot Honey Cheese Curds, which were delicious. More honey than hot, but very good. The honey added a velvety sweetness to the soft, gooey curds that made this appetizer taste more like a dessert! For an entree I tried the Maple Ginger Lettuce Wraps. I was surprised there were no knives at the table, but in the end I didn't need one. The maple ginger teriyaki chicken was extremely tender and juicy. The cucumber slices that accompanied were large and crispy and tasted great with the sauce. The romaine slices were large and perfectly cut to cradle the chicken and hold the cilantro lime sauce. All in all an wonderful, fresh dish that was refreshing and filling.

Little League season is back, which means I needed dinner on the way to my son's baseball game…read more Crafty Cow's Wauwatosa location was close by and I recently saw a post on social media about a delicious looking chicken caesar wrap, so I placed an order on their website for pickup. The side with the chicken caesar wrap with fries. I'd say the fries were shoestring in thickness and lukewarm in temperature. They weren't super crispy, but were salted well and hit the spot. Oh my, that chicken caesar wrap was glorious. HUGE in size with tremendous flavor. The crispy chicken tasted like it was pickle brined, not too different from the chicken from Chick-fil-A, so it added an extra dimension to the wrap. I like the presentation of the parmesan and that it wasn't mixed in with the chicken, lettuce, and dressing so those three ingredients could be the heroes they needed to be. This is a wrap I would get it again and again.

We were visiting our daughter for the weekend and stopped by Cranky Al's on our way out of town. It…read morewas clean and the employees were very patient while we made our choices. We grabbed a few donuts and hit the road. We had two long johns, a maple thingy and a glazed chocolate. When we arrived home an hour and a half later, we decided it was the perfect time for a sweet treat. All four donuts were delicious. It took me three days to eat my donut; it was still good on day three.

Great local donut spot! If you're having a cranky morning, a box of donuts from Cranky Al's Donuts…read morewill absolutely cheer you up. I stopped by to pick up donuts for clinic and stumbled across this place--so glad I did. They offer a wide variety of donuts (as you can probably tell from all the photos), and everything looked fresh and tempting. Parking is street parking only, and mornings can get busy, so plan accordingly--or just park a little farther down the street. You can also save time by ordering online. Bonus: the breakfast burrito is pretty good too. They also offer gluten-free donuts, which is a nice touch. Overall, I highly recommend Cranky Al's for the fun ambiance and quick, delicious donuts. There isn't much seating, but it's a great spot to grab a treat for yourself or for the whole team.

I've been here before, but I don't know that I've ever ordered as well. The special was a giant…read moreburger that my new friends at the bar were splitting, but most of the menu is set up more family style - divided by plate size. The waitstaff will walk you through how that works your first time. We started with some of the taste & share plates - showing off WI cheese to the out of towners - and then a few people shared some gnocchi and beef tartare while a couple people got burgers. We had maybe 4 bites leftover, and no room for dessert, it was a personal victory. I'm sad I didn't get photos because I love the feel of each unique area that's here. The restaurant is bigger than you think because it's subdivided into smaller rooms. We had a group of 7 for a work event (which meant I kept my phone put away) and were in a cozy little nook in the back by ourselves, I'd never even noticed this little spot. What a fantastic time we had!

I really love Story Hill, the only reason I knock it down a star is that despite being good food -…read moreI still feel like it's a bit over priced. It's a great environment with a lot of good drink options. I always opt for the Parker rolls which are tasty but again expensive for the amount you get, I typically order the trout (which until coming here I didn't realize was essentially the same as salmon). It's very good and the potato pancake is a nice touch. Over my visits I've also enjoyed trying the short rib gnocchi, butter chicken, and brussels. They also have a small party room which I have attended an event in before which is always a nice touch. It's secluded and of course much quieter than their main dining area which can get pretty loud!

Great ham sandwich special on sundays. Staff is great great place to chill and watch golf if…read moreyou're into that.

Came back for the second time!…read more This time we came for new years eve dinner. We ordered the kobe beef sliders, fish fry bites with garlic and her fries. The sliders were my favorite!! Absolutely delicious. Everything was tasty! I also ordered a old-fashioned and was offered their in-house made Brandy and it was also delicious. Quickly becoming our new favorite spot. :)

IG: diamante.lara.milwaukee…read more The food was fantastic and the ambiance was great. Seems to be a unique go to spot for me. Service was well. Watch the video attached.

If you're looking for a laid back spot to grab a bite to eat- Camino is what you're looking for…read more They have a great menu with a wide variety of options (something for everyone)! They have lots of seating, friendly staff, and the food was excellent! If the Reuben is still a special highly recommend it! The pierogis were also awesome- will definitely be back for more of them (they have specials on them one weeknight!). Definitely will be back to try other things. Thanks for a great experience!

Went for Sunday brunch around 10:30am. It was not busy. The area was. No place for parking so we…read moreparked in the lot by the old Jose sombrero.... and had to call for assistance to get out so try to find parking or Uber. That lot is also a lil pricey. We were seated upstairs right away. Woodsy decor and supper club feel. Plenty of seating. Nice options for Brunch and lunch. I had the Wisconsinite (eggs, hash brown, toast) lumberjack style. (Extra egg and pancake.) The had bottomless mimosas but I got the Spicy Bloody Mary. (Delicious)... for meat I chose the brat patty. I tried my friend's grill cheese, bacon, pickle sandwich. Fries were included. Everything was delicious! I forgot to take a Pic. Huge portions. Giselle was so attentive and made awesome recommendations. I will be back. Also plenty of outdoor seating.

Old school vibe and seating Based on the one fish fry entree…read morethe food was good Service was good considering that I came right at opening on a Friday It's all street parking and it will be tough specially on the weekends

This could be my new favorite place to grab breakfast! First of all, the staff is so welcoming…read more You'll feel like a regular even if it is your first time there. I went on a Sunday and we were sat immediately. And the food? Delicious. But, of course, the menu is absolutely no frills. I ordered their breakfast plate special with scrambled eggs, sausage links and white toast. Not to mention they have the most adorable breakfast bar. And their coffee cups are all mismatched which is such a lovey, homey touch. I can't wait to go back soon, this place literally feels like it's out of a movie! It is what should come up when you search the definition of a diner on Google. Truly the real deal.

only service I got was unbelievable attitude from the woman working on Friday March 13 2026…read more food is fine and prices are good but nothing is worth the bad and rude service... I understand it's the last hour of service but it's 1pm, not all of us are lucky enough to get off work at 2pm.

Got the Cuban Cortado. Very good pick me up for the evening. The space feels half way between cafe…read moreand bar. The space is very nice though.

There are a lot of very good coffee shops on this side of town, and several of them are on North…read moreAvenue. First time stopping into Vennture. When I first pulled up to the building it was 7:30am, and they were open. But the windows somehow made it look dark inside, and I literally had to put my nose to the glass to see any activity. Otherwise I might have thought they were closed and kept going (special glass that cuts down glare inside?). Once inside there are several different areas for seating; the bar with stools, the front windows ledge with more stools, or the center area that has larger tables for various size groups. Lots of natural light from the front windows. The interior design, is a bit industrial, well lit, and welcoming. Things were neat and clean. Inside there was a short line to the counter which was right ahead. Took a few minutes to arrive at counter and order. Got a pleasant greeting and help with the order. I ordered the usual London Fog Tea Latte (little lavender,little vanilla, and extra foam). They didn't have much in the way of pastries/bakery. They were out of the Coffee Cake, but suggested the Apple Galette supplied by Miss Molly Bakery. They don't have the ability to warm up the bakery, which was a little disappointment. They took their time steeping the tea, which is a good thing. It came with a nice head of foam, had great flavor, and was the right temperature (148F). Texture-wise it could have been a little creamier. The Apple Galette was amazing. The crust was flakey and nicely sprinkled with course sugar. The apples had great flavor and were moist. The atmosphere was relaxed and most people were having quiet conversations. There's a very chill cat (Sugar) roaming around the place, and occasionally keeping people company. Not my favorite, but definitely a place that I would return to.