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Warm, European-vibed spot for genuinely inspiring plant-based food and wines from naturally operated vineyards. Menu changes are frequent. Highlights include gnocchi con giardiniera, the Sicilian pizza and any of the salads.

The new Strange Town is the latest chapter in a journey, not strange but also not conformist, for owner Andy Noble. The DJ and musician had thought about opening an eating/drinking place, he says, but it was this space – the former Allium (2101 N. Prospect Ave., 414-885-0404) – that acted as a summons. Read more…

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The tacos served here are in the style of L.A. taco trucks; the margaritas are made with free-squeezed lime juice. You build your margarita by choosing the tequila – there’s no shortage of options.

Other Locations: BelAir Cantina Downer, BelAir Cantina Tosa

Mentioned in:

• California Vibe
• Milwaukee Lunch Specials for Every Day of the Week
• Reader’s Choice: Dining Awards 2016
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• Milwaukee Lunch Specials for Every Day of the Week

Italian food is commonplace in grocery stores, but Glorioso’s pays homage to pasta with dozens of fresh and frozen varieties – not to mention the sauces (puttanesca, Bolognese), artisan cheeses and Italian cookies.

Mentioned in:

• Best Wurst
• 8 Cheap Places to Grab a Slice in Milwaukee
• That’s Italian
• Butchers
• These are the Best Ethnic Grocery Stores in Milwaukee
• 2017 Readers’ Choice Awards: Quick/Cheap Eats
• Milwaukee Sandwich Guide
• 21 Ways to Eat like a Wisconsinite

Located on Farwell Avenue since 1947 on Milwaukee’s East Side, Ma Fischer’s is a popular restaurant open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Ma Fischer’s serves Breakfast all day and also a wide variety of food.

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