This is a super chill relaxing spot. Comfy setting with a very open family friendly setup. Service…read morewas fantastic and attentive from start to finish. The food is what you want it to be in that it can all be made vegan, or not! Everyone is happy this way. We watched the first half of the game while enjoying our food with our infant. Another large family did the same while everyone laughed and talked and ate. Great vibe. My complaints are prices being a bit high but food costs are insane these days so it is what is on that. The other note is that when the check came for the 98% vegan lunch, the mints provided were not vegan. Little details like that can get ya but over all very happy with the experience! We will be back for sure as we felt very welcome and the food was

I can say confidently this is the best breakfast burrito I've ever had not just in Milwaukee, but…read moreprobably in the US. I came in with not the highest of expectations cause I haven't had the best experience with vegan food, but the flavor, textures and attention to detail to even the sauces was immaculate. The service here is really nice and getting vegan or meat options doesn't come with extra charge (I got vegan chorizo as my meat). At the moment it's not super busy with activity but once people in campus dabble in more, I can see this being a hit soon. The only heads up I'll give is that the kitchen staff is pretty small so the order took a while, but honestly how the food turned out was worth it. Next time my family comes up to Milwaukee I'm taking them here! Until then, this'll be my weekly burrito fix for the semester!

When I moved into the area I was excited to see that there was a vegetarian and vegan friendly spot…read moreso close to me! I've tried a few things on the menu and all were great! I like the decor a lot, the greenery is very pretty and definitely the focal point of the restaurant. All the staff I interacted with in my 2 visits were kind, inviting, and explained any substitutions and options well! Will definitely come here for a change of scenery while WFH or to grab food with friends and family.

I wanted to make sure that we hit at least one vegetarian spot during our trip to Wisconsin and…read morethis was the one. Quick uber from downtown MKE. We were greeted by their lovely outdoor seating area in like the cutest little neighborhood. No line on a weekday afternoon. I was delayed by the very thorough menu filled with options that were all available to me. IYKYK. This was just meant to be a snack so we didn't go crazy. We decided to share the fromage grilled cheese with the offered addition of "tofu ham". For dranks I ordered a matcha latte, GF ordered a mimosa that had turmeric and was a very interesting twist from the standard, run on the mill mimosa. The sandwich came out eventually. Very cheesy. The tofu ham is THICCCC. The sandwich is more cozy and comfortable than hearty. GF says "I thought it was good" when asked for more details, she says "not right now, my brain is tired". Very solid lunch spot and I can't get enough of the fact that it is vegetarian.

Ambiance: super nice restaurant in MKE. The only thing that I found odd was how early they close…read morebut allow you to reserve online up until then. Service: our server was so nice! Because I booked our reservation 15 mins before kitchen closed, she was patient & didn't rush us. Food: we got the ragu pasta, frutti de mare, roasted rack of lamb, and steak. Everything was really delicious! The frutti de mare is just seafood and broth. It came with toast but I was there was a starch component but it was tasty & the seafood was of quality! The lamb was also very good - usually, I'm not a fan of lamb but would get this again.

Lupi & Iris was the perfect spot to celebrate our 10 year wedding anniversary! Staff, food and the…read moreatmosphere were outstanding. Our attendant, Cammy, was super nice and took great care of us during our meal. We each ordered the "Barbara" cocktail. We usually stay away from "fruity" drinks but this was a great combination of vodka and grapefruit. We stated with the cheese tart which was very tasty although it was smaller than expected so we should've ordered another appetizer. We then had the ravioli di ricotta which was incredible. The sweet peppers really gave the dish an extra kick. We both had the Bavette which was the star of the meal. Steak was cooked perfectly and the sauce gave the vegetables a sweetness that I loved. It was easily one of the best meals we've ever had. Lupi & Iris will definitely give us a reason to come back to Milwaukee more often!

Staff were super friendly, food was amazing! The brussels sprouts are amazing! Best I've ever had!read more

Came here on a Friday night around 6pm for dinner, there were three of us, one child. The street…read morewas busy, full of older adults, drinking so we thought it would be hard to get a table, but it was very easy. They have a catcher machine in here, I got one, didn't win. They start you with free bacon grease popcorn, it was tasty, you can for sure taste the bacon! The staff were efficient, quick, nice. I got a German beer, and a soda water, my partner did as well. My kiddo got a lemonade. For appetizers we got the pretzel sticks, and the curds with marinara and ranch. So good! Both were well seasoned and delicious. For meals, I got the chicken Caesar salad wrap, with fries. It was good, creamy, and I had crispy chicken replace the grilled. The fries were good. My partner got the Cajun Mac and cheese with chicken and the waitress suggested a side of fries, he said it was very good. My child got the pepperoni pizza, they have a 12inch pizza and it was enjoyed! Definitely recommend for dinner when you're about to go to a show or if you're in the area!

We were in town for a event. Found this place & devices to check it out…read more It was a good choice. The place was busy. We checked in and sat at the bar waiting to be seated. Had a couple drinks that were mixed well, old fashioned and a Malibu & Diet Coke. Then decided to just eat at the bar. We ordered chicken littles, fries, Chicago & western hot dogs. Roasted beets , potato truffle soup. All of this was so good. The soup was amazing. The Hot dogs were surprising, off the daily special menu. Topped it off with a red velvet cheesecake. So good. The place had a great vibe and lots of character. Would do it again when back in town

What an absolute gem! Swingin' Door Exchange has such an incredible vibe, bringing together a fun…read moremix of tourists, folks grabbing post-work drinks, and pre-concert crowds. The service was top-notch from start to finish, highlighted by a super nice bartender who made me feel right at home. They also have an amazing selection of craft beer choices to go around. I ordered the prime rib dip, and it was out of this world. The shaved prime rib was cooked to perfection, and the au jus was intensely peppery, savory, and comforting--it honestly tasted just like something my grandma used to make. Shoutout to the roll, too, which achieved peak "soakability" without falling apart. If you're in Milwaukee, do not skip 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 stopped in at Central Waters Brewing for some beer but I needed a snack. I saw that they have a…read morelittle pop up kitchen and decided to check it out. The menu features small bites, chicken, loaded fries, and they have specials too. I ordered at the counter and got a text once my food my was ready. There's plenty of seating inside the brewery and the interior is unique because it used to be a church. Don't quote me on that but I'm pretty sure it was at some point. Anyway, I had to try the birria egg rolls because there was a ton of signage. First, they were quite large. The exterior had a great crunch and the interior was stuffed full of delicious birria, mozzarella, and chihuahua cheese. The ancho chipotle aioli was nice and smoky and paired well with the eggrolls. Definitely recommend and I wish I lived in the area because I could make a meal out of just these. I also tried one of the specials, the Chicken Tinga eggrolls. Again, they were bigger than expected, had a delicious, crispy exterior, and was stuffed full of chicken tinga and queso. It was served with a side of crema. Perfect pairing and I might have enjoyed these slightly more than the birria ones. I highly recommend that you check them out. I'm jealous that I don't live closer because we don't have a place like this in KC. They are definitely a unique place with delicious food.

TROUBLEMAKERS COCINA: A HAIKU…read more Fresh, fast, and unique, In Central Waters it hides, We left satisfied

I loved my experience eating at San Giorgio, I ordered the Margherita DOC and the Genevieve and the…read morewaiter was super nice. The crust had that nicely charred flavor to it, and even though they were super busy, there was no wait at all. The vibes were very chill but lively, with lots of families and friends dining together. It's also located near two lots, so parking was very easily accessible. Overall, would recommend!

This is a must try if you're in Milwaukee!…read more Watching the pizzas being made right in front of you is an experience in itself. The open kitchen lets you see the craftsmanship that goes into every order, and the team is friendly, welcoming, and happy to interact with guests. Their passion for what they do really stands out. I definitely ordered more than I could finish, but it was worth it! I recommend enjoying the pizza at the restaurant since it's best fresh from the oven. Since this is an authentic Italian restaurant, they don't serve ranch with their pizza, which I completely understand. I personally love a good ranch with my pizza, but that's just my preference. The Caprese salad was fresh and flavorful, and the pasta ball appetizer was delicious. Between the quality of the food, the welcoming atmosphere, and getting to watch everything come together, this was one of my favorite dining experiences in Milwaukee. I will definitely be back.

Delicious, Casual, Affordable! I really enjoyed my meal with my boyfriend at Xankia. Went here for…read moredinner after receiving a recommendation from a friend, who cited that this was her lunch spot of choice! If I worked in the city I would totally be here all the time. We were one of two parties having dinner and everything we got was great and served quick and the server was kind! We got 6 veggie egg rolls, the specialty pho, and a tofu bahn mi. All of which we enjoyed. We will be back and my boyfriend mentioned he may recommend this spot as a lunch spot for him and his coworkers

Tried it for the first time with high hopes, but unfortunately it fell short of what I was…read moreexpecting due to positive reviews from friends. I got the grilled pork banh mi with a cup of broth (~1/2 quart, $5) with a Vietnamese iced coffee. Sandwich was good, but it wasn't very big for $10. The meat, which was good I was expecting to be pieces of grilled meat, was very sparse and very thin, like bulgogi. The broth was pretty sweet instead of savory and likely already pre-seasoned with hoisin. In terms of service, I had placed my order first. Sandwich with the coffee. My partner said he'll have the same thing. I confirmed to make sure that was also including the ice coffee, and the person that took our order said yes. We waited for a while for our order (highly recommend ordering online, we just saw different prices on their website vs online ordering service, so we thought we'd just wait to order in person), then she forgot our iced coffees. We waited some more. She only brought out one. She said oh sorry, I only rang you up for one. So we waited some more. At that point I thought she would just let us have the coffee on the house, but she did indeed ring us up. We were probably in and out with our to-go order in about 40 minutes. All in all, I'd go back for the iced coffees if I was in the area because they were good, but I wouldn't go out of my way to go back.

Leave it to me to be too busy yappin' that I forget to snap some pics of our EATS! However, our GNO…read morewas a success because of our server RAE - what a baddie! I love a kitchen with an intentional menu - a smaller menu and everything we ordered was delicious! Don't skip the grilled chicken sandwich and the fries -- coming from a pregnant lady, trust me! I know what's up!! Crispy fries! Fries done right!

In for breakfast with 6 adults. Service was pleasant but seemed very slow. Two of us ordered…read moreomelets and neither liked the egg texture or lack of ingredients. Eggs Benedict was overdone. Steak was cooked well and basic breakfast was good. Nice ambience. Americano was good.