The Lower East Side : Favorites

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The Lower East Side : Favorites

Coffee Shops

A re-imagined pumping station makes up the structure of this popular coffee stop! Steps from the marina and the beach this popular spots also offers massive outdoor seating areas and live entertainment from late Spring to early Autumn.
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Colectivo Coffee Lakefront
1701 N Lincoln Memorial Dr
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A re-imagined pumping station makes up the structure of this popular coffee stop! Steps from the marina and the beach this popular spots also offers massive outdoor seating areas and live entertainment from late Spring to early Autumn.
A Brady-street institution... and a local hangout. Gritty, unique and memorable.
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Rochambo Coffee & Tea House
1317 E Brady St
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A Brady-street institution... and a local hangout. Gritty, unique and memorable.
Part coffee-house, part café, part community center for veterans. Dryhootch operates a not-for-profit re-entry and re-habilitation program for our troops that may be suffering from PTSD and other effects from serving in foreign wars. They also take clothing donations that set their members up for great job interviews once they are ready!
Dryhootch Coffeehouse
1030 E Brady St
Part coffee-house, part café, part community center for veterans. Dryhootch operates a not-for-profit re-entry and re-habilitation program for our troops that may be suffering from PTSD and other effects from serving in foreign wars. They also take clothing donations that set their members up for great job interviews once they are ready!
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Starbucks
2551 N Downer Ave
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Breakfast-Lunch (Table Service)

This greek diner has been a Milwaukee staple for decades! Always open, always friendly, always hits the spot. Popular with the late night crowd - and oh what an eclectic mix of folks you're gonna find during those hours!
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Ma Fischer's
2214 N Farwell Ave
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This greek diner has been a Milwaukee staple for decades! Always open, always friendly, always hits the spot. Popular with the late night crowd - and oh what an eclectic mix of folks you're gonna find during those hours!
This is a modern health-conscious café and market. The deli counter is one-of-a-kind with a variety of gourmet soup available! Walnut-cheese burger on a pretzel bun, anyone ...or, perhaps a portabella and hummus burger with spinach, tomatoe and cucumber?! Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner are all available at this eatery!
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Beans & Barley
1901 E North Ave
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This is a modern health-conscious café and market. The deli counter is one-of-a-kind with a variety of gourmet soup available! Walnut-cheese burger on a pretzel bun, anyone ...or, perhaps a portabella and hummus burger with spinach, tomatoe and cucumber?! Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner are all available at this eatery!
Elegant and imaginative food served up in the art deco surroundings of this boutique hotel! Patio dining during season or grab a stool at the counter! Enjoy breakfast or lunch at the Plaza.
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Café At The Plaza
1007 N Cass St
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Elegant and imaginative food served up in the art deco surroundings of this boutique hotel! Patio dining during season or grab a stool at the counter! Enjoy breakfast or lunch at the Plaza.
Another Milwaukee staple... exquisite euro-dining all day long with the option of dining on the rooftop.
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Café Benelux
346 N Broadway
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Another Milwaukee staple... exquisite euro-dining all day long with the option of dining on the rooftop.
Just like it sounds! Custom build your breakfast just the way you like it. A local favorite for dine-in or take-out. Stop by for lunch, too!
Build-a-Breakfast/Build-a-Burger
633 West Wisconsin Avenue
Just like it sounds! Custom build your breakfast just the way you like it. A local favorite for dine-in or take-out. Stop by for lunch, too!

Lunch-Dinner (Counter Service)

A burrito bar with unique flavors and large portions. Order your selection in a bowl and leave the flour tortilla skin behind! A scoop of guacamole is always free with your entrée.
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QDOBA Mexican Eats
1348 E Brady St
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A burrito bar with unique flavors and large portions. Order your selection in a bowl and leave the flour tortilla skin behind! A scoop of guacamole is always free with your entrée.
TEMPORARILY CLOSED: A pita bar with a wide-variety of flavors. You can ask for any menu item "fork-style" and skip the extra carbs! We just call it a "hot meat salad" at that point. Delish!
Pita Pit
2735 W Oklahoma Ave
TEMPORARILY CLOSED: A pita bar with a wide-variety of flavors. You can ask for any menu item "fork-style" and skip the extra carbs! We just call it a "hot meat salad" at that point. Delish!
A sandwich & salad bar with wide variety of choices and flavors. Because sometimes you just need a whole lot of goodness stuffed inside a baked good.
Potbelly Sandwich Shop
2239 N Prospect Ave
A sandwich & salad bar with wide variety of choices and flavors. Because sometimes you just need a whole lot of goodness stuffed inside a baked good.
All kinds of chicken - all kinds of ways! Served up fast and dedicated to using fresh, real and natural ingredients.
Mad Chicken
2045 East North Avenue
All kinds of chicken - all kinds of ways! Served up fast and dedicated to using fresh, real and natural ingredients.
A food-hall that specializes in local chefs and community spaces. This is the peak of unique! Check it out.
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Crossroads Collective
2238 N Farwell Ave
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A food-hall that specializes in local chefs and community spaces. This is the peak of unique! Check it out.
A poke bar that is simply good eats!
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FreshFin Poké
1806 E North Ave
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A poke bar that is simply good eats!
All kinds of "cheesesteaks" and more appetizers than you can shake a stick at!
Chubbys Cheesesteaks East Side
2232 North Oakland Avenue
All kinds of "cheesesteaks" and more appetizers than you can shake a stick at!
A Milwaukee original - this family owned and operated pizza joint has some very unique and tasty menu items and pies! Order a slice or buy a whole pie. My favorite? The white vegetarian with chunked chicken on a gluten-free crust! Ask for it well-done.
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Pizza Shuttle
1827 N Farwell Ave
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A Milwaukee original - this family owned and operated pizza joint has some very unique and tasty menu items and pies! Order a slice or buy a whole pie. My favorite? The white vegetarian with chunked chicken on a gluten-free crust! Ask for it well-done.
A sausage bar that is quick and delicious. Sometimes there's nothing else that's gonna satisfy!
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The Dogg Haus
1433 E Brady St
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A sausage bar that is quick and delicious. Sometimes there's nothing else that's gonna satisfy!
Greek eats meets fast food! An extensive menu and an open air grill define this Brady Street institution. Extra tzatziki anyone?
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Apollo Cafe
1310 E Brady St
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Greek eats meets fast food! An extensive menu and an open air grill define this Brady Street institution. Extra tzatziki anyone?
The original burrito bar and still dedicated to fresh and wholesome foods from from responsible sources.
Chipotle Mexican Grill
W176n9360 Rivercrest Dr
The original burrito bar and still dedicated to fresh and wholesome foods from from responsible sources.
Hip, cool and trendy... this pizza joint has an eclectic pie menu... from mac n' cheese pies to buffalo wing flavors! gluten-free anything and a punch-card program for frequent guests!
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Ian's Pizza MKE Juneau Ave
146 E Juneau Ave
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Hip, cool and trendy... this pizza joint has an eclectic pie menu... from mac n' cheese pies to buffalo wing flavors! gluten-free anything and a punch-card program for frequent guests!
Straight up, walk up, street tacos. Excellent variety of flavors and sides.
Taco Stop MKE (brady st)
1426 East Brady Street
Straight up, walk up, street tacos. Excellent variety of flavors and sides.

Lunch-Dinner (Table Service)

Asian-fusion on steroids! Ramen, appetizers, "boozy" slushies and late night hours. What a combination.
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Red Light Ramen
1749 N Farwell Ave
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Asian-fusion on steroids! Ramen, appetizers, "boozy" slushies and late night hours. What a combination.
New french... cozy and full-service. Skirts and sport coats take up most of the space. The centralized bar is great for walk-in's, splitting a bottle of wine and nosh'n on a few apps.
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Bartolotta's Lake Park Bistro
3133 E Newberry Blvd
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New french... cozy and full-service. Skirts and sport coats take up most of the space. The centralized bar is great for walk-in's, splitting a bottle of wine and nosh'n on a few apps.
Upscale pub-like environment - indoor outdoor vibe. Lots of favorites, some unique options. Schmooze with the locals!
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Café Hollander - Downer
2608 N Downer Ave
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Upscale pub-like environment - indoor outdoor vibe. Lots of favorites, some unique options. Schmooze with the locals!
Fresh-mex, authentic south-of-the-border menu! This location attracts a bit more of a mature crowd than the one on the river.
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BelAir Cantina Downer Ave
2625 N Downer Ave
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Fresh-mex, authentic south-of-the-border menu! This location attracts a bit more of a mature crowd than the one on the river.
Yep! You can have dinner here, too! Super casual and unique.
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Beans & Barley
1901 E North Ave
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Yep! You can have dinner here, too! Super casual and unique.
Always hopping, always tasty! This location attracts a young and hip crowd. Limited parking! Awesome outdoor seating right on the river.
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BelAir Cantina
1935 N Water St
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Always hopping, always tasty! This location attracts a young and hip crowd. Limited parking! Awesome outdoor seating right on the river.
A wide selection of tequila, mezcal and tacos authentico are just a 5-minute walk away. Check it out!
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Kompali
1205 East Brady Street
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A wide selection of tequila, mezcal and tacos authentico are just a 5-minute walk away. Check it out!
One of a kind, french bistro/pub with an amazing specialty menu for food and drinks! Friendly staff and amazing memories abound. Try the duck nachos!
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Balzac
1716 N Arlington Pl
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One of a kind, french bistro/pub with an amazing specialty menu for food and drinks! Friendly staff and amazing memories abound. Try the duck nachos!
Progressive Thai & other asian inspired cuisine... served fast, fresh and in an indoor-outdoor setting.
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Thai-namite
932 E Brady St
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Progressive Thai & other asian inspired cuisine... served fast, fresh and in an indoor-outdoor setting.
Great pizza and other favorites in an eclectic environment that often has live jazz going in the background.
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Transfer Pizzeria Café
101 W Mitchell St
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Great pizza and other favorites in an eclectic environment that often has live jazz going in the background.
This is a fun tapas bar that is sure to get your night started off right! They have an international menu of small plates and remain popular and highly rated over the test of time!
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La Merenda
125 East National Avenue
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This is a fun tapas bar that is sure to get your night started off right! They have an international menu of small plates and remain popular and highly rated over the test of time!
We like authenticity, this is one the of the closet we can find in all of Milwaukee. Yep.
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Cielito Lindo
733 S 2nd St
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We like authenticity, this is one the of the closet we can find in all of Milwaukee. Yep.
This old-school, local supper club has a reputation for big eats and great drinks all served up in an atmosphere which hasn't moved beyond the 50's in many ways. Stop in for one of the best rib dinners in the city and take-away an experience you won't soon forget!
Pitch's Ribs
1801 N Humboldt Ave
This old-school, local supper club has a reputation for big eats and great drinks all served up in an atmosphere which hasn't moved beyond the 50's in many ways. Stop in for one of the best rib dinners in the city and take-away an experience you won't soon forget!

Sweet Spots

One of a kind handmade ice-cream and other treats! Yes, during the Summer you may need to wait in line - but you're never to short to ride this ride!
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Purple Door Ice Cream
205 S 2nd St
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One of a kind handmade ice-cream and other treats! Yes, during the Summer you may need to wait in line - but you're never to short to ride this ride!
Hand-rolled ice cream in playful digs! 5 minutes walking.
Fro Zone
1316 E Brady St
Hand-rolled ice cream in playful digs! 5 minutes walking.
Fresh-baked cookies and ice cream, together (or not) - delivered until 3am!
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Insomnia Cookies
1804 E North Ave
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Fresh-baked cookies and ice cream, together (or not) - delivered until 3am!
HAND CRAFTED. SMALL BATCH. WI DAIRY. FRESH INGREDIENTS. Need i say more? (oh, okay ...yes, they have vegan options!)
Scratch Ice Cream
2238 N Farwell Ave
HAND CRAFTED. SMALL BATCH. WI DAIRY. FRESH INGREDIENTS. Need i say more? (oh, okay ...yes, they have vegan options!)
A bakery for those that LOVE bakery, but are committed to very specific diets. Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Low-Carb, Sugar Free, Vegan - No Problem!
Blooming Lotus Bakery
2215 E North Ave
A bakery for those that LOVE bakery, but are committed to very specific diets. Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Low-Carb, Sugar Free, Vegan - No Problem!
A traditional neighborhood bakery serving the Lower Eastside since 1947! Old-school, hand made deliciousness!
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Peter Sciortino's Bakery
1101 E Brady St
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A traditional neighborhood bakery serving the Lower Eastside since 1947! Old-school, hand made deliciousness!
Welp ...it's just classy! What more needs said?
Classy Girl Cupcakes
825 N Jefferson St
Welp ...it's just classy! What more needs said?
Milwaukee's Best! Hand made sweets by the city's best candy makers since 1930.
Kehr's Candies
400 N Water St
Milwaukee's Best! Hand made sweets by the city's best candy makers since 1930.
Need a unique and memorable boost in your chocolate experience? Indulgence can help you "pair" some of their hand-crafted pieces with your favorite wine, beer, cheese or whiskey! If you've the $$$, they've got the time and knowledge.
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Indulgence Chocolatiers
211 S 2nd St
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Need a unique and memorable boost in your chocolate experience? Indulgence can help you "pair" some of their hand-crafted pieces with your favorite wine, beer, cheese or whiskey! If you've the $$$, they've got the time and knowledge.

Grocers

10 minutes walking will have you at this unique international market that has been serving Brady Street and the Lower Eastside for over 70 years! Stop in for a taste of everything Italian!
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Glorioso's Italian Market
1011 E Brady St
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10 minutes walking will have you at this unique international market that has been serving Brady Street and the Lower Eastside for over 70 years! Stop in for a taste of everything Italian!
A national grocery chain and health-food store with a country market feel. Excellent produce, a butcher, a bakery and one of the best bulk-food sections in town - heated underground parking, too!
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Fresh Thyme Farmers Market
470 E Pleasant St
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A national grocery chain and health-food store with a country market feel. Excellent produce, a butcher, a bakery and one of the best bulk-food sections in town - heated underground parking, too!
Get a taste of India right here on the Lower Eastside - unique but somewhat limited selection of imports from the far East.
Bharat Mart
1556 N Farwell Ave
Get a taste of India right here on the Lower Eastside - unique but somewhat limited selection of imports from the far East.
A nationally recognized chain for the health-conscious and deep-pocketed! There's an attached garage on the north side.
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Whole Foods Market
2305 N Prospect Ave
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A nationally recognized chain for the health-conscious and deep-pocketed! There's an attached garage on the north side.
An international super-market, Cermak is pleasantly surprising and always priced right. Wide selections of produce, an in-house tortillaria, butcher and massive deli counter! They have a wide-selection of specialty foods from across the globe.
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Cermak Fresh Market
1541 Miller Park Way
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An international super-market, Cermak is pleasantly surprising and always priced right. Wide selections of produce, an in-house tortillaria, butcher and massive deli counter! They have a wide-selection of specialty foods from across the globe.
A Greek deli with a 60's vibe and a limited amount of other grocery staples including a basic liquor inventory.
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Koppa's Fulbeli Deli
1940 N Farwell Ave
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A Greek deli with a 60's vibe and a limited amount of other grocery staples including a basic liquor inventory.

Liquor Stores

Open everyday with a wide selection of beer, wine and spirits. Smith is less than 5 minutes walking and the prices are comfortable for the convenience!
Smith Beer & Liquor Mart Inc
1413 E Brady St
Open everyday with a wide selection of beer, wine and spirits. Smith is less than 5 minutes walking and the prices are comfortable for the convenience!
A little less gritty, Downer Wine & Spirits packs a lot of beverages and smiles into a small space!
Downer Wine & Spirits
2638 N Downer Ave
A little less gritty, Downer Wine & Spirits packs a lot of beverages and smiles into a small space!
If the widest selection with the lowest prices is what you're looking for - make the drive out to the Southside. This is Milwaukee's one-stop liquor supermarket! Grab a grocery cart and browse aisle upon aisle of every imaginable adult-beverage, some you may have never heard of! If you're feeling adventurous, remember to check out the clearance-priced merchandise right inside the front door!
Discount Liquor Inc
5031 W Oklahoma Ave
If the widest selection with the lowest prices is what you're looking for - make the drive out to the Southside. This is Milwaukee's one-stop liquor supermarket! Grab a grocery cart and browse aisle upon aisle of every imaginable adult-beverage, some you may have never heard of! If you're feeling adventurous, remember to check out the clearance-priced merchandise right inside the front door!