Milwaukee
Things to Do
Top Restaurants
Places to Worship
Events & Entertainment
Where to Watch Xavier Basketball
Places to Live
Tips for Living in Milwaukee
THINGS TO DO
"Explore! Visit the restaurants, coffee shops, and stores in the many unique neighborhoods and near suburbs, each with its own culture and vibe."
- Nick Stroud ('02)
"Have coffee at Colectivo on the lakefront near McKinley Park! Bradford Beach is always fun any time in the summer and during the airshow!"
-Mitch Keller ('21)
TOP RESTAURANTS
- Kopps - for the custard & burgers, Zaffiro's (on Farwell) - pizza
- Nick Stroud ('02) - BelAir Cantina -unique tacos and great atmosphere, Harbor House -on lake Michigan, Lakefront Brewery
-Mitch Keller ('21)
PLACES TO WORSHIP
- Tons of neighborhood churches, but Gesu and Old St. Mary are popular ones.
- Nick Stroud ('02) - St. Robert Parish
- Mitch Kelly ('21)
EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT
"Milwaukee is the "City of Festivals" - so Summerfest (world's largest music festival) and the various ethnic festivals at the lakefront are great. But don't skip the Wisconsin State Fair in West Allis, one of the best in the country." Find events at Milwaukee Mag.
- Nick Stroud ('02)
"Jazz in the Park (every Thursday in summer) - Cathedral Square! Bastille Days (July 14th)! Summerfest and weekly festivals on lakefront grounds Art Museum After Dark Events!" For more info. on events, see Visit Milwaukee.
- Mitch Kelly ('21)
BEST PLACE TO WATCH XU BASKETBALL
"Mecca sports bar in the Deer District."
- Nick Stroud ('02)
"Wolski's - small neighborhood bar on the Upper East Side! Stubby's - great food and awesome beer!"
- Mitch Kelly ('21)
PLACES TO LIVE
- Juneau Town / Yankee Hill, Third Ward, Bay View, Wauwatosa
- Nick Stroud ('02) - Upper East Side, Shorewood, Bayview, Third Ward
- Mitch Kelly ('21)
TIPS FOR LIVING IN MILWAUKEE
"Enjoy Wisconsin's amazing summers by exploring the city and the lakefront."
- Nick Stroud ('02)
"Make sure to experience Miller Park tailgating! Brats, cornhole, and beverages...what else do you need?! Lots of opportunities to connect to local organizations (especially young professionals)." For more on young professionals, view FUEL Young Professionals.
- Mitch Kelly ('21)