We were lucky enough to snag two seats at Lady Bird last night after their 2 year hiatus! This was…read moreour first time here and we loved every minute. The bread was incredible and the beet ricotta was so unique. I loved the salad which had an apple puree and blue cheese - flavors paired perfectly. The splin was excellent and the duck was good. We aren't huge duck fans but the duck leg and duck sausage were decent! Dessert had a great cherry flavor. Overall, super impressed by the food and top-notch service. Wine selection was excellent as well. Our only knock was that we were seated close to the door, so we had a few chilly moments! But worth it for this meal.

You will never need to eat another meal again in your life. This curated, five course, French…read morethemed dinner was romantic, elegant, and delectable. The only way to get a table is to book far in advance through Instagram. Also keep in mind everything I'm about to talk about below may never be on your menu as it's different every week. First course was a tartine featuring sardines, pickled fennel, and kalamata olives. A salty, but bright dish that finished with a subtle licorice spice. Second course was a lentil salad with cooked lentils, pickled celery, roasted fennel, lemon juice, goat cheese, and quick fried lentils on top to add a surprising crunch. My favorite of the courses. The acid from the lemon juice and the fat from the goat cheese was heaven on earth. Third course was a bouillabaisse of monk fish, pearl onions, and potatoes in a salty and savory, saffron tomato sauce topped with small dollops fresh aioli. Fourth course was an entire sole done so perfectly it melted in your mouth, covered in a lemon tarragon cream, and sprinkled with bread crumbs. Fifth course was a Paris-Brest filled with praline cream, spotted with sunflower seeds then dusted with powdered sugar. A very light and delicate end to a wonderful meal. This was more than just a dinner out on a Saturday night, it was an experience to be shared with your best friends or a romantic partner. My ONLY wish is for a wine pairing with each dish as an optional menu upgrade from the set price.

This quaint little bakehouse never gets old. On the latest visit, my kiddos were excited to try a…read morecinnamon roll knot (I think that was what it's called), covered in frosting. I mean what kid wouldn't be excited for that? So many freshly-made options to choose from, and this one was a winner. Definitely a very sweet-treat, and worth splitting a handful of ways, but boy was it tasty! I also grabbed a latte for myself, which I always enjoy here. I will say however, I wish they had other milk options beyond oat and whole milk. I say this with no means to complain, but both of those milk are very 'heavy' so whenever something like skim or almond is available, that's a personal preference for sure. Love the community feel here, love the goodies, will return.

Saturday, December 2025: My husband and I stopped at Matilda Bakehouse for a coffee and snack. The…read morestaff were very friendly and the cafe is spacious. They had a variety of baked goods to choose from- we opted for the cinnamon roll and the seasonal danish. We also ordered a cappuccino and an americano. The baked goods we had were okay. We were disappointed they wouldn't heat up the cinnamon roll, the reason they gave us was because the frosting would run and be messy. So the cinnamon roll wasn't very enjoyable. I liked the filling on the seasonal danish but I asked for it heated up and it was served at room temp. The coffee was good- we both thought it was weak for our liking but it had good flavor. Also to note, this place is very family-friendly. When we were in, there were a lot of children and families enjoying the space. I would love to come back and try the monkey bread; they were sold out when we arrived this morning and we were told it's a top-seller.

I stopped at An Ox Cafe late at night with my son while traveling through Milwaukee and heading…read moreback to the hotel. From the outside, the place looked lively and entertaining, largely because there was an active cornhole tournament happening. I can honestly say I've never seen that many self-proclaimed cornhole enthusiasts gathered in one place before, so it definitely had a unique atmosphere. Unfortunately, the food experience was inconsistent at best. The cucumber salad was completely inedible. The sausage entrée had multiple hard bits throughout that felt like biting into popcorn kernels, which made it difficult to enjoy. The rice served on the side was noticeably dried out and tasted like it had been sitting for quite a while. To top things off, the restaurant automatically added a 20% gratuity to the bill. If you're heavily into cornhole tournaments and the social scene that comes with them, this may be your kind of place. If you're going primarily for the food, expectations should probably be adjusted accordingly.

Service was slow as there was only one waiter for the 5 tables that were being occupied. Condiment…read moreplatings were dirty and messy with most not even refilled. These were not placed at tables but brought to the table so you'd figured they would keep it cleaned. Pho dressings (bean sprouts, basil) were old and appeared rewashed. We asked for a new plate and it looked worst. Bits and pieces of bean sprouts that were definitely not fresh. Apparently they ran out of basil so they gave us 3 old leaves. The food itself, actually had flavor. We ordered sweet pork, pho, and drunken noodles. However, they appeared to have used old chicken meat as I bite into a hard, dried piece of chicken. There is surcharge for using credit. They probably should state that somewhere. 1st and last time here.

I'm still a big fan of this place. I took my nieces here on a Friday night, a few couples were…read morethere but it wasn't overly crowded. We ordered a 12 pack of doughnut and were able to pick 4 flavors. The s'mores ones were amazing! We also really liked the puppy chow. While ordering, one niece picked out Bart's birthday cake and I said something to her like oh you picked those because we are celebrating your birthday. I didn't think much of it but after our doughnuts were delivered, staff asked her if she wanted powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar doughnuts to go for her birthday. She loved getting to leave with an extra treat. We had fun playing pinball while we waited and one of my nieces commented on how she really liked the vibe of the place. They both said the mini doughnut place was a highlight of their weekend with me.

This small storefront is a hidden gem. The inside is very retro with arcade games and decor…read morereminiscent of the 80s and 90s. The donut options are a bit overwhelming if you're not a regular donut eater, so I went for a variety of donut holes: cinnamon sugar and lemon. Freshly made and delicious. Service was friendly and quick. Definitely worth a stop!

Great place. Interesting drive through a warehouse district to get to it. Great service and great…read morefood.

Barnacle Bud's is hands down one of the best summer spots in Milwaukee. There's really nowhere else…read morein the city that makes you feel like you're on vacation the minute you sit down. We had multiple cocktails and started with a beautiful sheet of oysters, followed by the crab cake appetizer, tuna tartare tostadas, and a fried grouper basket. Everything was fresh and absolutely delicious. The service was outstanding, the food was excellent, and the waterfront atmosphere is hard to beat! We'll definitely be back!

The chicken is absolutely incredible--nothing else comes close! The sauce takes it to the next…read morelevel, bursting with flavor in every bite. The owners are so warm and kind, which makes the experience even better. We first discovered them at the Waukesha Farmers Market and now we keep coming back for more. If you haven't tried it yet, you're missing out. I highly recommend Mi Extra Yummy Food.

From the owner: Hey everyone! We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new food business! Right now, you…read morecan find us exclusively at local farmers markets — and we’re bringing the flavor! What’s on the menu? - Jumbo Fried Chicken - Firecracker Shrimp - Jumbo Beef Hot Dog - France fries Try our Refreshers - Mango Dragon Fruit - Pineapple Passion Fruit - Strawberry Lemonade - **Waukesha Farmers Market** – Saturdays | **8:00 AM – 12:00 PM** - **Riverwest Farmers Market** – Sundays | **12:00 PM – 2:00 PM**

I stopped by on a weekday evening. The place was empty. Many were taking out food then. Everything…read morewas flavorful and came in good quantity. Gyro dinner with sweet potato fries was my main entree. That was so much of food, it will feed 2 or 3 people. I ordered pizza puff, but took home as the fist item itself was more than enough. That was a good one. I liked the milkshake as well. I went for Oreo cookie cheesecake as dessert. It was a lot of oreos and stuff. Probably that was good for 3 or 4 people.

ordered the Philly cheesesteak with fries, and let me tell you--it was ! Cooked to order with fresh…read moreingredients, packed with flavor, and served with top-tier hospitality that made me feel right at home. I especially loved that peppers came standard on the cheesesteak (because I love peppers). The restaurant itself feels like you're visiting a friend or family member--warm, inviting, and spotless. And the service? Absolutely superb. A must-visit spot for comfort food done right!

I think it's definitely worth a try - just don't set the expectation bar too high after looking at…read morethe pretty pictures on social media. They are indeed big, thick donuts like pictured. The fluffy & slightly chewy and doughy texture gives me a weird satisfying feeling. However, I just feel the flavors are a bit off - it's like there's just a layer of sweet glaze on the outside. The blue/green glaze in the donuts in my order is also very runny and watery. And based on my experiences, the donuts must be finished like within a day (best to try immediately) - otherwise the glaze is off the donut. Will be happy to return and try more to support the vegan donut idea!

We have pre-ordered the sugar box from Sugar Cube a bunch during their weekend pop-ups throughout…read morethe city and have never been disappointed! The sugar boxes are really easy to preorder through their website and pickup is pretty painless, even if its a busier one the line usually moves quickly. They have inventive and unique flavors. Some of my favorite have included the marzipan, the cinnamon roll, lavender, and the PB&J. The flavors change and often there are seasonally appropriate and adorable decorations as well. The dough of the donuts themselves have a great flavor. And they are quite hearty and filling too! We normally get the different flavors and cut them into equal pieces to share, because its the best way to try everything! I can't wait to see what else they come up with, and am so glad to see them popping up in so many different places! Try them them as soon as you can!

I had heard rave reviews about this little pop-up window situation!…read more The best tuna salad sandwich I've ever had thanks to the Thunderbird bakery bread which was both crusty and chewy. The menu has both warm (breakfasty) and cold sandwiches, salads and desserts. They have a pretty active Facebook page so I suggest hitting up that space for hours and updated menu. According to the menu they will even accommodate restricted diets

From the owner: Tin Roof is proud to be partnering with The Heist to give you even more of a reason to check out…read morethis amazing space. We are currently serving our homemade bagels and sandwiches out of the Heist's pick up window. We would also love to cater your special event.

Smokin' Jack's is a place I've wanted to try since they announced a Germantown location that never…read moreended up coming to fruition. Instead, they opened a location in Brown Deer, which I guess isn't super far away. I ordered a $19 combo platter of spareribs and smoked chicken thighs with sides of BBQ rice and (for $2 more) hand cut fries. I upgraded to the corn bread muffin for a $1 extra (which they didn't bother including in the to go bag) and added three smoked wings to the combo platter for $5. I also got a $9 side of smoked gouda mac and cheese. My initial reaction when I opened the $27 combo platter container was "really, that's it"? Now, to be fair, the chicken was de-boned, so that took up less room, and I'll again mention they didn't give me the corn bread muffin I ordered so that would have taken up some space. Plus, the wings in the container were extra, so without those it would look even skimpier albeit slightly cheaper priced. All that said, the meats tasted good and had nice smoke flavor. I enjoyed their BBQ sauce, which I appreciate coming on the side for dipping. The rice was a little hard, but still edible. I thought the smoked gouda mac and cheese was great, but it's a tad pricey for a side item.

The food was pretty good! A tiny bit on the pricey side, though. You order at a kiosk. The ordering…read moresystem is a tad confusing. For example, there's an option for no pickles on a burger but there's a quantity button for it, so I'm not sure if you put the quantity for pickles or not. It seems like a very clean place which is fantastic!