Leave the bluster to Chicago; Milwaukee is a Midwestern capital that feels wonderfully comfortable with itself and refreshingly unconcerned with how it measures up to national centers of hip. The result? A unique food and drink scene that takes in quirky traditions and an immigrant heritage, but also allows room for young chefs and brewers to flex their creativity and celebrate local ingredients — without taking themselves too seriously. Browse the gallery above to get an authentic taste of Milwaukee, from iconic dishes to offbeat dives.
