Explore the rich culinary landscape of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, a vibrant city with a population of 809,038, nestled along the shores of Lake Michigan. Known for its iconic breweries, Milwaukee has seen its fair share of dining establishments come and go. This page highlights closed down restaurants that have permanently closed or temporarily closed, shedding light on the stories behind these unique spots and the impact of their closing down on the local community.
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Howl at the Moon Milwaukee – Milwaukee – 1103 N Doctor M L K Jr Dr
1103 N Doctor M L K Jr Dr
Milwaukee, WI 53203
Status: Closed permanently
Pier 106 Seafood Tavern – Milwaukee – 106 W Wells St
106 W Wells St
Milwaukee, WI 53203
Status: Closed permanently
Cantina Milwaukee – Milwaukee – 1110 N Old World 3Rd St
1110 N Old World 3Rd St
Milwaukee, WI 53203
Status: Closed permanently
Sazón Boriqua РMilwaukee Р830 W Greenfield Ave
830 W Greenfield Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53204
Status: Closed permanently
Zak’s Cafe – Milwaukee – 231 S 2Nd St
231 S 2Nd St
Milwaukee, WI 53204
Status: Closed permanently
All Purpose – Milwaukee – 814 S 2Nd St
814 S 2Nd St
Milwaukee, WI 53204
Status: Closed permanently
Smyth – Milwaukee – 500 W Florida St #102
500 W Florida St #102
Milwaukee, WI 53204
Status: Closed permanently
1033 MKE – Milwaukee – 1033 S 1St St
1033 S 1St St
Milwaukee, WI 53204
Status: Closed permanently
Whiskey Haze – Milwaukee – 5513 W Ave
5513 W Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53208
Status: Closed permanently
Curry Hut Indian cuisine and sweet – Milwaukee – 9809 W Oklahoma Ave
9809 W Oklahoma Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53227
Status: Closed permanently
Mexican Village – Milwaukee – 3161 S 92Nd St
3161 S 92Nd St
Milwaukee, WI 53227
Status: Closed permanently
MO’s Chicken Shack – Milwaukee – 3135 S 92Nd St
3135 S 92Nd St
Milwaukee, WI 53227
Status: Closed permanently
Jackson’s Blue Ribbon Pub of Milwaukee – Milwaukee – 1203 N 10Th St
1203 N 10Th St
Milwaukee, WI 53205
Status: Closed permanently
Ale Asylum Riverhouse – Milwaukee – 1110 N Old World 3Rd St
1110 N Old World 3Rd St
Milwaukee, WI 53203
Status: Closed permanently
Hot Dish Pantry – Milwaukee – 275 W Wisconsin Ave
275 W Wisconsin Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53203
Status: Closed permanently
Fuel Cafe Center Street – Milwaukee – 818 E Center St
818 E Center St
Milwaukee, WI 53212
Status: Closed permanently
The Noble – Milwaukee – 704 S 2Nd St
704 S 2Nd St
Milwaukee, WI 53205
Status: Closed permanently
Kabob Hub – Milwaukee – 2713 N Bremen St
2713 N Bremen St
Milwaukee, WI 53212
Status: Closed permanently
Crazy Water – Milwaukee – 839 S 2Nd St
839 S 2Nd St
Milwaukee, WI 53204
Status: Closed permanently
The Brown Bottle – Milwaukee – 221 W Galena St
221 W Galena St
Milwaukee, WI 53212
Status: Closed permanently
Meraki – Milwaukee – 939 S 2Nd St
939 S 2Nd St
Milwaukee, WI 53204
Status: Closed permanently
Mazos Hamburgers (Closed Permanently) – Milwaukee – 3146 S 27Th St
3146 S 27Th St
Milwaukee, WI 53215
Status: Closed permanently
Soup Bros – Milwaukee – 209 W Florida St
209 W Florida St
Milwaukee, WI 53204
Status: Closed permanently
Boston Market – Milwaukee – 3511 S 27Th St
3511 S 27Th St
Milwaukee, WI 53221
Status: Closed permanently
Restaurant to be Named Later – Milwaukee – One Brewers Way
One Brewers Way
Milwaukee, WI 53214
Status: Closed permanently
TGI Fridays – Milwaukee – 1 Brewers Way
1 Brewers Way
Milwaukee, WI 53214
Status: Closed permanently
Donnie’s Milwaukee Smoked BBQ – Milwaukee – 3902 S Whitnall Ave
3902 S Whitnall Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53207
Status: Closed permanently
Pat’s Niche Pub and Grub – Milwaukee – 3956 S Howell Ave
3956 S Howell Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53207
Status: Closed permanently
Beer Belly’s Milwaukee – Milwaukee – 512 W Layton Ave
512 W Layton Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53207
Status: Closed permanently
Pizza De Brazil – Milwaukee – 130 W Layton Ave
130 W Layton Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53207
Status: Closed permanently
Perkins – Milwaukee – 130 W Layton Ave
130 W Layton Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53207
Status: Closed permanently
The Black Rose Irish Pub – Milwaukee – 2856 N Oakland Ave #3565
2856 N Oakland Ave #3565
Milwaukee, WI 53211
Status: Closed permanently
Monster Pizza – Milwaukee – 2856 N Oakland Ave
2856 N Oakland Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53211
Status: Closed permanently
North Avenue Market – Milwaukee – 5900 W Ave
5900 W Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53208
Status: Closed permanently
Ruby J’s Soul Food & Grill – Milwaukee – 4734 W Lisbon Ave
4734 W Lisbon Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53208
Status: Closed permanently
Sully’s Sandwiches – Milwaukee – 9211 W Center St
9211 W Center St
Milwaukee, WI 53222
Status: Closed permanently
Izzy Hops Swig & Nosh – Milwaukee – 2311 N Murray Ave
2311 N Murray Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53211
Status: Closed permanently
Nice Times – Milwaukee – 2028 E Ave
2028 E Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Status: Closed permanently
Triple Taproom & Kitchen – Milwaukee – 2018 E Ave
2018 E Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Status: Closed permanently
A.A. Wok Zone Chinese Restaurant – Milwaukee – 2342 N Farwell Ave
2342 N Farwell Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53211
Status: Closed permanently
George Webb Restaurant – 20th & Mitchell St – Milwaukee – 2028 W Mitchell St
2028 W Mitchell St
Milwaukee, WI 53204
Status: Closed permanently
Seoul Restaurant – Milwaukee – 2178 N Prospect Ave
2178 N Prospect Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Status: Closed permanently
Supper – Milwaukee – 1962 N Prospect Ave
1962 N Prospect Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Status: Closed permanently
Schlotzsky’s – Milwaukee – 6800 W Brown Deer Rd
6800 W Brown Deer Rd
Milwaukee, WI 53223
Status: Closed permanently
Comfort Suites Milwaukee – Park Place – Milwaukee – 10831 W Park Pl
10831 W Park Pl
Milwaukee, WI 53224
Status: Closed permanently
Point Burger Bar Milwaukee Express – Milwaukee – 10950 Good Hope Rd
10950 Good Hope Rd
Milwaukee, WI 53224
Status: Closed permanently
Ruby Tuesday – Milwaukee – 10843 W Park Pl
10843 W Park Pl
Milwaukee, WI 53224
Status: Closed permanently
Oak & Shield Gaming Pub – Milwaukee – 600 E Ogden Ave
600 E Ogden Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Status: Closed permanently
The Original – Milwaukee – 2498 N Bartlett Ave
2498 N Bartlett Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53211
Status: Closed permanently
Gray Jett Cafe – Milwaukee – 1617 W Wells St
1617 W Wells St
Milwaukee, WI 53233
Status: Closed permanently