Milwaukee · Ranked · Reviewed

The best dishes in Milwaukee, served on one page.

From corner fish-fry to neighborhood patios, supper-club staples to small plates - a working guide of where Milwaukee eats best. Curated by two locals who can't stop ordering one more thing.

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Featured List

Best Patios in Milwaukee

It's finally summer and we want to be outside as much as you do. Check out our favorite spots to dine on patios and enjoy it while you can!

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The Best Dish Lists

Sixteen ongoing rankings, kept honest by way too many follow-up visits.

Hot Right Now Hottest restaurants in Milwaukee collage
Trending

Hottest Restaurants in Milwaukee

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Recently Updated Best patios in Milwaukee collage
Seasonal

Best Patios in Milwaukee

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Recently Updated Best burgers in Milwaukee collage
American Classic

Best Burgers in Milwaukee

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Recently Updated Best bites in Milwaukee collage
Editor's Picks

Best Bites in Milwaukee

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Recently Updated Best desserts in Milwaukee collage
Sweet Course

Best Desserts in Milwaukee

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Best sandwiches in Milwaukee collage
Between Bread

Best Sandwiches in Milwaukee

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Best small plates in Milwaukee collage
Shareable

Best Small Plates in Milwaukee

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Best brunch spots in Milwaukee collage
Late Mornings

Best Brunch in Milwaukee

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Best pizza in Milwaukee collage
By the Slice

Best Pizza in Milwaukee

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Best Asian cuisine in Milwaukee collage
Cuisine

Best Asian Cuisine in Milwaukee

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Best Friday fish fry in Milwaukee collage
Wisconsin Tradition

Best Fish Fry in Milwaukee

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Best Milwaukee restaurants at Christmas collage
Holiday

Best Milwaukee Restaurants at Christmas

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Best Italian restaurants in Milwaukee collage
Cuisine

Best Italian in Milwaukee

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Staple List Essential Milwaukee restaurants collage
Start Here

Essential Milwaukee Restaurants

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Best cheese curds in Milwaukee collage
Wisconsin Tradition

Best Cheese Curds in Milwaukee

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Staple List Iconic dishes in Milwaukee collage
Hall of Fame

Iconic Dishes in Milwaukee

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Explore Geographically

Every favorite dish, mapped across Milwaukee.

Headed to Bay View? The Third Ward? Wauwatosa? Find what's nearby with the interactive map of every dish we've ranked.

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About the Cooks
The team behind BestDishMKE
Two locals, one fork each

So what qualifies us?

It's really this simple - an undying love of food and travel has turned into a lifelong hobby for both of us. We often joke that the best part about being a couple is that you can try more things.

They say a refined palate is the result of learning to savor your food, always trying new dishes, and always being adventurous. We believe that's the key to turning the simple act of eating into so much more.

And the best part? We're always expanding, adding, and re-ranking - so come back soon.

- Best Dish MKE