From live entertainment to game rooms, these Wisconsin restaurants offer much more than just kid-friendly fare. Here are five of the top tot-approved dining destinations in Milwaukee, Madison and beyond.
Food & Drink
Best Waterfront Dining
What better way to immerse yourself in the culture of Wisconsin than with a charming, waterfront meal alongside some of the state’s most beautiful bodies of water? Here are Wisconsin’s best waterfront dining spots.
Restaurant of the Week: Wander Provisions
Eating out in nature can be a superb experience, assuming one has the time to prep, cook and pack eats, drinks and utensils before heading off on an excursion. An efficient and affordable alternative to schlepping all the vittles, plus necessary kitchen wear, from home exists now that Wander Provisions has set up shop in Spring Green.
Best S’mores in Wisconsin
It’s National S’mores Day! Treat your sweet tooth to a decadent, indulgent s’mores dessert at these Wisconsin hotspots.
Top 5 Ice Cream Spots
There is an array of food-based businesses devoted to whipping up batches of custard, ice cream and allergen-friendly frozen desserts all around Wisconsin. So if taking a dessert-themed road trip sounds like a fab idea, use the popular picks below as a must-stop guide.
Restaurant of the Week: Liberty Station
Open daily for lunch and dinner, Liberty Station American Tavern and Smokehouse serves American comfort food that will leave you delightfully full while still craving “just one more bite.” The restaurant opened its doors in June 2020 on Rimrock Road near the Alliant Energy Center in Madison.
Best Sports Bars in Milwaukee
Sports are kind of a big deal in Wisconsin—and with the Milwaukee Bucks currently battling for a spot in the NBA Finals, now is the perfect time to enjoy a night out celebrating the incomparable spirit of the city. Here are some of the best sports bars to visit in Milwaukee.
Restaurant of the Week: On The Bus
Veganism is often associated with food high on favor–and low on taste. But On the Bus in the Milwaukee Public Market debunks just about every misconception about eating plant-based with its towering milkshakes, massive mouthwatering burgers and lightly battered fries.
Restaurant of the Week: Lake Park Bistro
Since 1995, Lake Park Bistro has been a beloved special event destination in Milwaukee, offering beautiful views of Lake Michigan. In reopening late last year, Chef Paul Bartolotta has the brought the restaurant to its roots – reimagining it as a haut bistro inspired by his experiences working alongside acclaimed chefs in Michelin-starred restaurants.
Restaurant of the Week: Mr. B’s – A Bartolotta Steakhouse
Dishing up one of the region’s most extensive selection of prime steaks, Mr. B’s – A Bartolotta Steakhouse, found in the Milwaukee suburb of Brookfield, has been recognized as one of the nation’s top steakhouse and is a Distinguished Restaurants of North America winner. Mr. B’s offers diners a versatile setting that features a lively bar with a daily happy hour and a seasonal outdoor patio.