Family-Friendly Restaurants in Milwaukee | Top Spots for Dining Out with Kids

Discover the best family-friendly restaurants in Milwaukee!

Whether you’re looking for a cozy cafe with kids’ activities, a lively pizzeria, or a unique dining experience, our guide has you covered.

From ice cream parlors and brunch spots to places with play areas and entertainment, find the perfect places to enjoy delicious meals with your family in and around Milwaukee.

Jan

Bilingual Events for Kids & Families Around Milwaukee (2025)

January 13, 2025Calie HerbstFamily-Friendly Restaurants

Are you looking for ways to connect your kids with their heritage or immerse them in a new language? Whether your family already speaks another language or you’re hoping to introduce your kids to one, Milwaukee offers a variety of bilingual events and programs to help foster language skills and cultural connections. From storytimes to...

Oct

Pfister Tea With Kids: Here’s What To Expect in 2025

October 19, 2024Calie HerbstFamily-Friendly Restaurants

If you’ve been dreaming of experiencing Afternoon Tea at The Pfister with your kids but aren’t sure if it’s the right fit, I’m here to give you a sneak peek! After years of wanting to give it a try, I finally took the plunge and reserved a time for me and my two daughters (ages...

Aug

Custard MKE: Your One Stop Shop for Flavors of the Day

August 20, 2024Calie HerbstFamily-Friendly Restaurants

In Milwaukee, frozen custard isn’t just a treat—it’s a way of life. Whether it’s the dead of winter or the height of summer, there’s nothing that warms (or cools) our hearts like a rich, creamy scoop of our favorite flavor. And now, thanks to a brilliant new website, CustardMKE.com, we can keep track of all those...

Jul

New Pizza Ranch & FunZone Arcade to Open in Lisbon on August 5

July 22, 2024Calie HerbstFamily-Friendly Restaurants, Indoor Play & Entertainment

Attention parents and families! The new Pizza Ranch & FunZone Arcade in Lisbon is set to open its doors on Monday, August 5. Located at the intersection of Townline Road and Main Street (Highway 74) in the Lisbon Business Park East, this family-friendly destination is a welcome addition to the community. Photo from pizzaranchfunzone.com What...

Jul

Sweet New Addition to the Historic Third Ward: Ben & Jerry’s Now Open!

July 22, 2024Calie HerbstFamily Fun Hub, Family-Friendly Restaurants

Milwaukee families have a new reason to smile this summer with the opening of Wisconsin’s only Ben & Jerry’s scoop shop! Located at 203 N. Broadway in the Historic Third Ward, the shop opened its doors on Sunday, July 14, transforming the former home of Paintball Dave’s into an ice cream haven. Operated by Tricia...

Jun

5 Best Tacos in Milwaukee, According To Our Readers (2025)

June 30, 2024Calie HerbstFamily-Friendly Restaurants

Your Taco Tuesdays will never be the same. Milwaukee is a city with a booming culinary scene and passionate food enthusiasts. So when it comes to finding the most mouthwatering tacos in town, who better to turn to than the locals themselves? We reached out to our readers to discover their favorite taco spots across...

Jun

Joy Ice Cream Social in Tosa: A Neighborhood Gem

June 29, 2024Calie HerbstFamily-Friendly Restaurants

Nostalgia and community spirit meet creamy, decadent ice cream at Joy Ice Cream Social in Wauwatosa. This vibrant, family-focused spot is quickly becoming a beloved gathering place for locals, and it’s easy to see why. Photo: Visit Milwaukee Owner Liz Joy’s love for ice cream is deeply nostalgic. Growing up, she cherished memories of biking...

Jun

10 Best Ice Cream Shops & Frozen Custard Stands (2024)

June 24, 2024Emily HareFamily Fun Hub, Family-Friendly Restaurants

In Milwaukee, we take our dairy seriously. There’s few family traditions as time-honored as going out for ice cream, and if you’re from around here, you’re probably more likely to go out for frozen custard (yes – there’s a difference, and yes – it matters what you call it). No matter what type of creamy,...

Apr

25 Best Brunch Spots in Milwaukee (2025)

April 30, 2024Calie HerbstFamily Fun Hub, Family-Friendly Restaurants

Good morning and happy brunch day! There’s nothing quite like a lazy Milwaukee morning spent sipping coffee, savoring delicious food, and spending quality time with family and friends. That’s why we’re excited to share our top picks for the best brunch spots in Milwaukee that are sure to add some fun to your weekend routine....

Apr

3rd Street Market Hall: Fun, Food, and Games in Downtown Milwaukee

April 8, 2024Calie HerbstFamily Fun Hub, Family-Friendly Restaurants

Have you been to 3rd Street Market Hall yet? What used to be the first Gimbel’s Department Store and later the Schlitz Palm Garden is now a renovated food hall, buzzing with Milwaukeeans of all ages who come for the food and stay for the fun and games. Let’s dive into the who, what, where,...

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