An upscale restaurant with lake views serving bistro eats by one of Milwaukee's premier restaurant groups, The Bartolotta Group. Reservations required.

Recently named one of the top 40 restaurants in the country by USA Today, this upscale small plates restaurant is delicious. Reservations required.

We really love tapas, and this is another of our favorites. A diverse range of cuisines split up by meat versus vegetarian dishes. Reservations required.

Amazing wood-fired cuisine with an expansive cocktail and wine list. Reservations required.

A great casual brunch hotspot. No reservations available; get there early to avoid a wait!

Another great casual brunch hotspot. No reservations available; get there early to avoid a wait!

A casual farm-to-table restaurant that is excellent for both brunch and dinner. The on-tap cocktail flight is a fun add-on! Reservations recommended.

If you seek the best custard in Milwaukee while you're here, you can't beat Kopp's.

A vintage-style Milwaukee haunt, serving an expansive menu of cocktails and boozy ice cream drinks. Great for an after dinner treat!

A historic Milwaukee classic with a never-ending menu of cocktail recipes and custom cocktail creations.

A fun, authentic tiki bar! We recommend the mai tai or the volcano bowl, if with a group.

Camp Bar is a Milwaukee classic with multiple locations, an "up north" log cabin feel, and delicious drinks. The address linked here is the Third Ward location--the Third Ward is a fun neighborhood with lots of bars and restaurants.

An indoor, market-stall concept with delicious choices for meals, coffee, candy, and baked treats, as well as shops for specialty goods.

Enjoy a beer, cheese curds, or do a tour at this iconic Milwaukee brewery.

Afternoon tea at the Pfister offers beautiful 360 degree views of Milwaukee's skyline and lake front from the hotel's top floor. Tea service is a fun way to brunch both for couples and families. We loved going for our anniversary. If you're interested in tea, book a time online a month or two in advance--they book up quickly!

We recommend stopping by just to check out the building and architecture. There is a cafe and coffee bar as well.

A fun aquarium and science center for all ages--with beautiful lake views!

If you've never been to Milwaukee, it will blow your mind how much Bradford Beach on Lake Michigan looks like it could be an oceanside beach in Florida. A great place to enjoy a drink from one of the beach tiki bars and catch some rays.

Take a walk along Milwaukee's 3-mile long river walk. You can stop and take a photo with the Bronze Fonz, and there are multiple coffee shops, bars, and restaurants along the walk.