SPECIAL: DOWNTOWN DINING GUIDE
DOWNTOWN MILWAUKEE
DINING GUIDE By Allen Halas, Catherine Jozwik and David Luhrssen
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ilwaukee became a leading city in the foodie movement during the past 15 years with plentiful farm-to-table and locally sourced options joining an increasingly diverse array of ethnic restaurants.
rants near the Wisconsin Center, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave., the site for the 2020 Democratic National Convention. Before visiting, it’s a good idea to call these establishments to inquire about social distancing procedures.
As of July 2, the City of Milwaukee moved into Phase Four of its COVID-19 reopening plan, meaning bars and restaurants can now operate at 50% capacity. A new City of Milwaukee ordinance mandates that any person 3 years old and up should be masked when in public. Many restaurants had already put social distancing and safety precautions in place, including one-time use menus, and indoor and outdoor tables spaced 6 feet or more apart.
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Below is a guide to bars and restau-
AJ Bombers 1247 N. Water St. 414-221-9999 | ajbombers.com Hours: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. daily Outdoor seating: No
Amilinda, which specializes in Spanish and Portugueseinspired cuisine, is currently open for takeout and curbside pickup orders. The restaurant plans to open for in-house dining in August.
Benihana 850 N. Plankinton Ave. 414-270-0890 | facebook.com/BENIHANA. MILWAUKEE/ Hours: 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. and 5 p.m.- 9:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. and 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Friday, 4 p.m.-10 p.m. Saturday and 4 p.m.-9 p.m. Sunday. Outdoor Seating: No This sushi restaurant and Japanese steakhouse provides guests with a unique experience—food is prepared on steel grills right in front of them.
AJ Bombers, one of Milwaukee’smost popular hamburger joints, is known for its burgers, shelled peanuts and kitschy décor.
Best Place at the Historic Pabst Brewery
Amilinda
901 W. Juneau Ave. 414-630-1609 | bestplacemilwaukee.com
315 E. Wisconsin Ave. 414-369-3683 | amilinda.com Hours: 4 p.m-8 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. Outdoor Seating: No
Patio: Yes Best Place, which originally housed The Pabst Brewing Company’s corporate offices and an area for hospitality, includes a beer hall, gift shop, a brewery tour center, two courtyards and a coffee shop.
It’s been said that absence makes the heart grow fonder. We couldn’t agree more. Our parks, trails, RiverWalk, museums, restaurants and retailers await your safe reacquaintance. With so much to discover and rediscover, we’re certain you’ll feel right at home again. So MKE the most of your time out. MKE it back Downtown.
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