An A-Z visitors guide to Milwaukee Wisconsin. Sponsored by Key Magazine Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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KEY DINING SPATIO SEATING AVAILABLE GENU INE MIL WA UKEE CAFE CALATRAVA Milwaukee Art Museum, 700 N. Art Museum Dr. 224-3831 S Under the museum’s Calatrava addition is a spot for lunch that is second to none. The museum’s chef regularly updates the menu with entrees inspired by the featured exhibition. Also kid-friendly selec- tions. Open 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Tues.-Sun. Sunday Brunch features breakfast and lunch fare. GOODY’S 4695 S. 108th St. (Hwy 100 and Layton Ave.), Greenfield. 425-8520. S Formerly OMEGA Custard, Milwaukee favorites such as frozen custard, jumbo burg- ers, Mexican specialties and Greek classics are served up here. Carryout available. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. daily. LAKEFRONT PALM GARDEN FISH FRY 1872 N. Commerce St. 273-8300. Stop here Fridays from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. for an award-winning rendition of a Milwaukee tradition, a fish fry accompanied by live music by the Brew House Polka Kings. Reservations may be made for groups of eight or more with seating times before 5:30 p.m. Others served first-come, first-served. MICHIGAN STREET DINER 220 E. Michigan St. 276-7530. The only breakfast and lunch diner downtown located east of the Milwaukee River and one of the few remaining din- ers downtown, Michigan Street serves breakfast and lunch in one of the city’s historic buildings. 7 a.m.-2 p.m. every day, with breakfast served all day Sat. and Sun. MILWAUKEE BRAT HOUSE 1013 Old World 3rd St. 273-8709. S Milwaukee’s favorite sandwich, the bratwurst, is available here until closing. With a decor that mirrors historic bars in New York City and Milwaukee, the Brat House offers a menu full of sausages and other entrees, full bar service and even specialty beers made for the Brat House. 11 a.m.-2 a.m. Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.- 2:30 a.m. Fri. & Sat. www.milwaukeebrathouse.com MOTOR 401 W. Canal St. in the Harley-Davidson Museum. 1-877-436-8738. S Serving lunch and din- ner, Motor offers American classics that celebrate discov- eries on the open road. Features communal tables. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Sun.-Thurs. (10 p.m. for bar), 11 a.m.-1 a.m. Fri. & Sat. Free parking on streets and in parking gardens. SPIN MILWAUKEE 233 E. Chicago St. 831-7746. This unique combination of bar, restaurant and ping pong club can only be found in New York City and Milwaukee. “Serving” lunch and dinner daily from 11 a.m.-midnight to ping pong players and spectators. Wide ranger of starters, salads, entrees and sandwiches. Full bar featuring Sprecher beers on tap. www.spinmilwaukee.com BREW PUBS MILWAUKEE ALE HOUSE 233 N. Water St. in Milwaukee, 226-2337 and in Grafton at 13th St., just south of Hwy 60.S Milwaukee’s own all-grain brew pub, located along the Milwaukee River with double-level decks at both loca- tions. Enjoy hand-crafted house beers at the bar, plus special session beers. Menu includes pasta dishes, burg- ers, steaks and seafood. Food served 11 a.m.-10 p.m. 68 SAFE HOUSE 779 N. Front St. 271-2007. Visitors are challenged to find this internationally celebrated spy- theme restaurant. (Look for International Exports, Ltd. on the door.) People Magazine said there’s “no better place to get one’s martini made just the way James Bond fan- cies them - shaken not stirred.” Class - ified areas for par- ties and meetings. Contemporary American fare. Lunch 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Dinner from 5 p.m. Mon.- Sat. 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun. Bar open later. www.safe-house.com Sazʼs State House except Sun. (until 9 p.m). Bar menu Fri. & Sat. until 1 a.m. Bar open until midnight Sun.-Wed., open until 2 a.m. Thurs., Fri. & Sat. Sunday brunch 10 a.m.-3 p.m., 262-375- 2337. In Milwaukee, enjoy live music Wed.-Sat. ST. FRANCIS BREWERY 3825 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., St. Francis. 414-744-4448. This is one of Milwaukee’s newest brew pubs, located on the south side of the metro area near Mitchell International. The pub is known for its Kolsch, Amber Ale, Nut Brown Ale, Weiss and Oatmeal Stout. Executive chef Ron Wolf, who uses the Oatmeal Stout in the sauce for his BBQ Ribs, also is known for his BBQ pork sandwich done “Memphis style.” Specials daily, including Friday Night fish fry, Saturday night Prime Rib and delicious soups. Open 11 a.m. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m. Sundays for Brunch. www.stfrancisbrewery.com WATER STREET BREWERY 1101 N. Water St. in Milwaukee, 272-1195 and in Delafield at 3191 Golf Rd. at Highway 83 and I-94 and Grafton at I-43 and Hwy. 60. S Milwaukee’s Brew Pub since 1987. Brewing on premis- es a continuous variety of traditional and specialty beers. Serving appetizers, sandwiches, nightly entrée specials and take-out. Merchandise and gift certificates available. Open daily at 11 a.m. Brunch 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sat. & Sun. AMERIC AN THE ANVIL PUB & GRILLE N70 W6340 Bridge Rd., Cedarburg. 262-376-2163. SLocated in former site of the Cedar Creek Settlement’s restored 19th century blacksmith shop, the Anvil offers casual dining in welcoming atmos- phere. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon-Sat., 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Sun. CREAM & CREPE CAFE N70 W6340 Bridge Rd., Cedarburg 262-377-0900. Delicious entree and dessert crepes. Dine in the rustic surroundings of the old mill over- looking Cedar Creek. Treat yourself to a light luncheon or dinner of crepes, salads, homemade soup and sandwiches or try a delectable dessert crepe. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon., 10- a.m.-8 p.m. Tues-Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. MI•KEY’S 811 N. Jefferson St., 273-5397. American comfort food with a twist, plus a cool, modern atmosphere that makes this a preferred hotspot. 4 p.m.-2 a.m. Tues.-Sat. www.mikeysmilwaukee.com SAZ’S 5539 W. State St. 453-2410. Saz’s State House, near Miller Park, features American cuisine with an emphasis on Award Winning Ribs, made with Saz’s Original Barbecue Sauce (100% fat-free). Saz’s “Rib” (Barbecued Shredded Pork) Sandwiches and Barbecued Shredded Chicken Sandwiches are served at State Fair, Summerfest, and Miller Park and the Bradley Center. 11:15 a.m.-9 p.m. Tues.- Thurs., 11:15 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. & 3-8 p.m. Sun. Closed Mon.