More than 30 Wisconsin dedicated gluten-free bakeries and dozens of conventional bakeries with excellent GF offerings now serve everything from fresh bread and donuts to elaborate wedding cakes.

Waukesha County is home to an impressive collection of family-owned pizzerias that rival anything in Milwaukee proper. From an 1847 stagecoach stop serving cracker-thin tavern pies to wood-fired artisan spots overlooking Lake Country, these independent gems deliver authentic flavors, generations of tradition, and the kind of neighborhood warmth that chains simply can't replicate. Whether you're craving classic Wisconsin bar pizza cut in squares, a deep-fried Ponza Rotta invented in 1946, or artisan pies baked at 900°F, this guide covers every corner of the county.

Wisconsin's supper club tradition represents one of America's most distinctive and enduring regional dining cultures—and nowhere is it more vibrant than in the greater Milwaukee area and surrounding regions. From 177-year-old establishments with Captain Pabst's original bar to lakeside destinations where you can dock your boat, southeastern Wisconsin offers an unparalleled concentration of supper clubs spanning every style, price point, and atmosphere.

Finding a hot meal on Christmas in Ozaukee County takes planning, but you have options.

From upscale resort brunches to cozy supper clubs with roaring fireplaces, southeastern Wisconsin offers dozens of dining options across the holiday weekend.

Families seeking sweet treats have a diverse landscape of options—from allergen-free specialists to award-winning neighborhood bakeries—spread across the metro area. These 25+ bakeries offer everything from jumbo cream puff cupcakes to vegan delights, with options for every dietary need and celebration.

Finding a restaurant open on Christmas Day can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack, but Waukesha County families have solid options ranging from Chinese buffets to 24-hour diners.

Wisconsin's craft beer scene warmly welcomes families, and the greater Milwaukee area offers an impressive variety of breweries where parents can enjoy exceptional craft beer while kids stay entertained with playgrounds, arcades, root beer tastings, and outdoor adventures.

We've gathered addresses, phone numbers, hours, and pricing so you can spend less time searching and more time creating delicious chocolate treats with your family.

The Milwaukee area delivers a rich pie scene, from award-winning bakeries tucked into Bay View storefronts to century-old Polish institutions and orchards famous enough to attract Food Network crews.

Milwaukee's Filipino food scene is small but mighty, and lumpia—crispy, savory fried spring rolls—has become the gateway dish for families discovering this vibrant cuisine. From award-winning fusion creations at the Wisconsin State Fair to traditional recipes served at Monday night pop-ups, the greater Milwaukee area offers surprisingly diverse lumpia options once you know where to look.

From neighborhood takeout to authentic Szechuan, Milwaukee families have dozens of excellent options worth exploring across the Milwaukee metro.

This comprehensive region-by-region guide will help your family discover the very best curds across the Dairy State, from internationally acclaimed cheese factories to beloved local taverns.

So here’s a practical, Milwaukee-area guide—where to get the good stuff, what each place does best, and how to pull off a last-minute save without stress-sweating through your winter coat.

Whether you're craving traditional American-style drop dumplings in rich broth, handcrafted Chinese xiao long bao bursting with hot soup, or a steaming bowl of pho, Milwaukee families have dozens of excellent options spanning all price points and neighborhoods.

Milwaukee's German heritage runs deep, and nowhere is that more delicious than in the warm, bacon-studded German potato salad served at restaurants and delis across the region.

Milwaukee has quietly become one of the Midwest's best cities for birria tacos. When the California-born "red tacos" trend arrived via food trucks, the metro area has developed a thriving birria scene spanning from South Side taquerias to suburban food parks. This guide covers more than 25 spots—brick-and-mortar restaurants, food trucks, and pop-ups—across Milwaukee proper, the North Shore, West Allis, Waukesha County, and surrounding suburbs.

Milwaukee's BBQ scene blends soul food traditions dating to the 1950s, Texas-style brisket newcomers, and everything in between—making this metro area one of the Midwest's most underrated barbecue destinations.