Milwaukee may be famous for its cheese curds, but step off the beaten path and you’ll discover a soul food scene that’s pure comfort on a plate.
Here, family-owned kitchens and neighborhood favorites dish out crispy fried chicken, buttery cornbread, and creamy mac and cheese that tastes like it came straight from grandma’s stove.
These restaurants aren’t just places to eat — they’re gathering spots filled with history, hospitality, and flavors that keep locals coming back and visitors planning their next trip before they’ve even finished their first plate.
Daddy’s Soul Food & Grille
Holy smokes, the collard greens at Daddy’s changed my life! Last summer, I dragged my skeptical New York friend here, and now she plans trips to Milwaukee just for their food…