The Chef's Corner at Downtown Kitchen has been cooking up some stellar dishes the past few months!…read moreIt's also great to be able to ask the chef questions about the dishes about allergies, etc., or just to give feedback, especially for great dishes. Healthier options like Curry-rubbed Mahi-Mahi with Asian salad, Salmon salad with rice noodles and watermelon radish, and Buttermilk Chicken Salad have impressed me, and heartier dishes including Lamb Curry with cumin rice, Garlic Chicken with black pepper rice, Garlic Pork Bites with polenta cakes, and today's Beef Bourguignon have all been excellent! The Lamb Curry dish is in my top 3-5 all-time favorite dishes from Downtown Kitchen! I'm a big Clam Chowder fan, but I'm picky, and the one I had a month or two ago may have been the best one made here. It had a thick and creamy, well-seasoned base with plenty of clams and potatoes. Definitely a strong showibg! They have chili available daily now for the colder seasons, and I look forward to trying it again soon, since it's been very good the past few years!

burgers used to absolutely amazing, but they now must have switched distributors. Food has gone…read morefrom 12 dollars a meal to 15.08 with no drink! so the food has gotten worse, and more expensive. I'd personally stay away from this place!

I like the variety of the different food vendors and the vibes are good. The beer wall is always…read morefun too. Theres cornhole and ping pong as well

I lived just outside Milwaukee in the days of JD stalking his victims at what was Grand Avenue. I…read moredidn't come down to the shops there regularly, but I was familiar enough with things that the "new" design of the Avenue is surprising and welcome. I ended up at the Hall one day recently because a friend had a coupon for a free sandwich from one of the vendors. I wasn't in the mood for much, so I wandered and took in the large variety of food and drink on offer. (If you can't find something here to satisfy yourself, you're not trying hard enough.) The space itself was large, open, and very noisy. Restrooms were clean. I'll be back some day when I can bring a beer drinker so we can experience City Fountain. I've been to other self-serve tap bars, and they're quite fun!!

I was looking for a good brewery to try in the city and stumbled across Pilot Project. With a great…read moreselection of brews and delicious food, this absolutely fit the bill. It was a little industrial with a lot of seating, so this is a good spot to balance getting those fun going-out vibes with actually securing a seat. There seemed to be something for everyone on the menu, and they had a lot of collabs with other businesses. We opted for two different IPAs that were both delicious. For food, we split the cheese curds, hummus, and BBQ pork Mac and cheese. The cheese curds were extra crispy and I loved the garlic Parmesan seasoning. The chive crema served alongside was herby, creamy, and unique, giving a refreshing contrast. I enjoyed the selection of veggies with the hummus and the grilled garlic naan was delicious, though the hummus itself did taste just like the Sabra red pepper kind that you could buy in a store. However, the Mac and cheese absolutely stole the show- it was decadently cheesy with a wonderful white cheddar sauce, and the pork itself was slightly sweet and super tender. The scallions and jalapeños completed the picture perfectly. Would definitely recommend ordering this. The bartender taking our orders was also super nice and even brought a complimentary pour due to the wait for the second round, which we'd not mentioned at all. Overall, we had a great experience and would absolutely return next time we're in the area!

Celebrated a friend's birthday and there nothing better than the bartender helping support your…read moremission to make it special! If you're wondering if you can make a candle sit up right in a cocktail- I tried it , and proved you can! Pina Coladas are nothing short of *amazing* Wild Wisco linedancing was the perfect haven for when the tornado alert went off in Milwaukee. Getting home a huge tree was split in half so grateful to have been elsewhere!

We were staying at the Pfister and enjoyed a fabulous dinner here. Even if we weren't staying at…read morethe Pfister we would definitely enjoy a meal here. The bar is terrific with tons of seating and a wonderful lighter menu as well. We thought about enjoying a meal in the bar one night, but it didn't hash out. We did enjoy our cocktails before dinner at the bar. Everything from the butter, the crispy cracker bread to dessert was lovely. Those crackers omg. I think we asked for our bread basket to be refilled three times. The grill is definitely a perfect place to celebrate birthdays or bring company. We were surrounded by celebrations and business dinners, but it felt lively and fun. Our steaks and sides were perfectly cooked to order. Our server and his assistants were amazingly attentive. Again a great restaurant in a great hotel!

I recently stayed at The Pfister Hotel and had the chance to try the restaurant attached to the…read morehotel. Overall, it was a great experience. I do want to mention that I arrived about 45 minutes before closing, but the staff was still incredibly accommodating and never made me feel rushed. I started with the mac and cheese, which had amazing flavor. It was a little saltier than I personally prefer, but the noodles and sauce were cooked perfectly. The only thing I would have changed is adding a little more cheese to make it even creamier. The complimentary bread wasn't my favorite since it was a little messy to eat, but if you enjoy a savory, crunchy bread, you'll probably like it. For my entrée, I ordered the ribs with mashed potatoes, and they paired so well together. Part of me wishes I had tried the braised short rib with the mashed potatoes, but I was still happy with my choice. The ribs were tender and practically fell off the bone. I would have liked a little more barbecue sauce, but they were still delicious. The mashed potatoes, though, completely stole the show. They were hands down the best part of the meal. 10 out of 10, and an absolute must try! The restaurant was pretty busy, which is always a good sign. I was seated in the back corner near the kitchen, which wasn't my favorite spot, but it didn't take away from the experience. The service was friendly and attentive, and overall I had a really enjoyable meal. I'd definitely recommend stopping by if you're staying at The Pfister or looking for a nice dinner in Milwaukee.

I was visiting a friend in Milwaukee and got a seafood boil craving so we came here for a weekend…read moredinner. It was busy but not packed, like 70-80% full. I ordered one of the combos and added mussels on the side which I highly recommend. Got the mixed sauce with no heat because spicy food is not my thing, and it was still super flavorful. The snow crab was the standout for me, so good so juicy! Shrimp is a classic must, potatoes and corn were yummy, and the mussels were 10/10. Also, the corn bread was A+++!! If you can't do spicy or just don't like heat, don't let that stop you from coming here because you can still have a great meal. Price point is also really reasonable especially if you're sharing. The setup for taking food to go is easy and convenient, and there's a hand washing station in the middle of the restaurant which is practical. Only heads up is parking can be tricky on weekends so just plan for that. Workers were super friendly. Would definitely come back.

Food was a 10/10 fresh tasty and satisfying to the soul…read more Service was good - it was giving self serve and order all you can eat Ambiance was very southern and went well with the theme of the food- I had a great time and would easily return here one day. Thanks for a great time

Due to an extremely long wait at the hotel's restaurant, I thought I'd venture out to a nearby…read morebreakfast place. The restaurant is near many hotels and the convention center. Even though there was a convention in the city, I was able to be seated right away. Santalina, server, had greeted me shortly and then was able to take my order, Warrior's Feast and a glass of freshly squeezed orange juice. The extensive menu has a little bit of everything. Even though the restaurant was pretty steady, my order was delivered timely. The entree was just what I requested with crispier hash browns. Santalina did check in couple of times. The diner has various tables to chose from with large windows to watch what's going on outside. The restaurant was not loud so a person can have a normal conversation without raising your voice. This was a great find.

Yummy breakfast. I ordered eggs , hash brown and French toast, everything was flavorful. The hash…read morebrowns are made fresh, you can the crunch. The French toast, amazing, dipped with just enough cinnamon. I love that they have freshly squeezed orange juice.

I had the Roma sandwich today. The tomatoes are roasted and drizzled in olive oil. Then they are…read moreplaces between slices of Asiago cheese bread slices with butter & parmesan, Mozzarella, Provolone, Romano and Fontina cheeses for a soft delicious center between perfectly crisp and toasted bread, all done on their flat top grill. My favorite Gouda Girls sandwich is still, and likely forever will be, their Wisconsin Cheese Steak, served with grilled onions, fresh mushrooms, and choice of cheese, which now includes a new and exclusive beechwood cold smoked gouda. That cheese is amazing and I loved it on my cheese steak! Today's mac n cheese flavors included chipotle cheddar with Andouille sausage. I've had that one before and it rocks! The Gouda Girls are often at Chill on the Hill in Bay View, members nights at the zoo and other events and corporate locations. Find them around town and eat their food!

GLUTEN FREE GRILLED CHEESE. Need I say more?…read more My gluten free tribe knows how hard it is to find these foods. Ever since the closing of the late, lamented Melthouse on Kenilworth, there has been nowhere for a gluten free foodie to get a gourmet grilled cheese sandwich in Milwaukee. Search no more!! They have a large menu of hot sandwiches, most of which can be made gluten free. On my first visit I tried the Havarti Hottie, a fabulous combination of Havarti and ghost pepper cheeses, thick bacon, and fig jam, all grilled to toasty perfection on GF bread. The sweetness of the jam nicely cut through the slight heat of the pepper cheese. I was blown away by how delicious the sandwich was. I know I have to come back and try all the other ones. I highly recommend this spot as downtown's best kept secret. Great place to meet people for lunch. Easy and ample (metered) street parking nearby. Tons of sunny (indoor) seating. And it's a mini food court, with three other restaurants so your friends have choices. One week later: I returned to try the Cheesesteak on gluten free bread. I got it with all the fixings:. Onions, peppers, mushrooms. I must say, everything was great EXCEPT the steak. For one thing, it was cut in chunks, which I thought was weird for a Cheesesteak. Worse, the meat was all gristle. I could not chew it. I ended up taking all the meat out of the sandwich and eating it that way. Also, the sandwich would have been easier to eat if it had been cut in half. I'll return, but I'll be sticking with the grilled cheese.

Like many, I have had a hard time the past couple of years. I went to the Riverwest Food Pantry…read moreand was promptly greeted, however, the food that I received was substandard, moldy bread, rotten tomatoes, high-calorie and of low-nutritional value. I felt like I received this "food" because I am white and it was just the stuff segregated out. If you're going to do this service, simply tell people that you don't have any quality food to give them. Don't send them home with a couple of bags of garbage...and it was garbage. I threw 75% of it in the trash.

They are open on Saturdays. Show up early, before they open, and get in line. When you go down the…read morestairs, pick up a number by the first letter of your last name. There are refreshments available for free while you wait: coffee, juice, breakfast cakes, cookies, and more. Once you see an intake person, you get in line for food. There is bread, lots of bread, fresh vegetables, canned goods (veggies and fruit mostly), some other dry goods, some toiletries, and more. If you are impoverished, this is a good place. If you are not impoverished, it is a good place to volunteer.

Came for drinks, surprisingly flan, and the vibes. Very nice place to hangout and the bartenders…read more friendly. The coconut flan suggestion was great!

The food was pretty good, maybe a little garlicky but was still good. Portions were very decent…read moretoo. Service was good too. We are looking forward to go back soon to try other items on the menu.