Food, perhaps more than anything else, is what makes a destination unique and interesting. The sights and souvenirs make for great mementos, but it’s the tastes that make the best memories.

We highly recommend using our previous Milwaukee weekend itineraries for major attractions and for beer lovers, but the following pages offer different types of local food fare to fit into any and all city plans:

(Follow along on The Food Tour map!)

Artisan Noms

Local sources, local creations, local locals. Your food doesn’t get any fresher than this on the Fresh Coast.

Clink the Drinks

The Brew City is drinking more than just the world’s best beer these days.

Only in Milwaukee

If you’re in the mood for a taste on the wild side of things, these unique stops have got something you haven’t tried before.

Hometown Favorites

From foodie-finds to fair-fare, these are some of Milwaukee’s favorite hungry haunts.


All photos by Joe Powell for The Squeaky Curd.