Brady Street Food Tour in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for casual walkers with basic stamina; most walking is on flat, paved sidewalks.
Overview
Explore Milwaukee’s Brady Street on a guided walking food tour featuring authentic Italian eats, local beer, and fascinating history. Taste your way through this lively neighborhood's flavors and stories.
Brady Street Food Tour
Our signature guided walking tour
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About This Adventure
Explore the vibrant history of Milwaukee's Brady Street on a guided walking food tour. Discover the roots of the neighborhood while savoring delicious samples from authentic Italian eateries and new culinary hotspots. Enjoy a variety of flavors, including pizza, cannoli, and local beer, all while learning fascinating local stories.
Join us as we stroll through Brady Street, the ethnic enclave originally settled by Italian and Polish immigrants. Today, it is one of Milwaukee’s hottest East Side neighborhoods. Do you know the reason why so many Milwaukee homes are referred to as a “Polish Flat?” This tour will teach you all that and more! Allow us to introduce you to authentic Italian eateries, then stop at the new establishments that revitalized this community, to enjoy samples that add up to a meal.
What's Included Guided tour while enjoying samplings of pizza, cannoli, tacos, salami, prosciutto, olives, empanada and a Milwaukee-brewed beer.
Accessibility This is a low impact walking food tour with slightly more than 1.25 miles of walking. There will be plenty of walking breaks and opportunities to sit down along the way. This tour is wheelchair accessible.
Dietary Restrictions This tour is seafood/shellfish free. We can offer vegetarian options. However, we are not able to accommodate other food allergies, dietary restrictions, or preferences on this tour. This includes gluten, vegan, sugar-free and kosher requests.
Private Tours Tour can be booked as a private event for groups of 8 or more. We are happy to customize your date, time, location and dietary preferences. Call 414-255-0534 for more details.
Adventure Tips
Wear Comfortable Shoes
The tour involves walking several blocks on city streets, so sturdy and comfortable footwear will keep you comfortable.
Bring a Light Jacket
Weather in Milwaukee can change quickly, especially in spring and fall, so a light jacket is handy for chilly or windy moments.
Notify Guide for Dietary Restrictions
Inform your tour guide ahead of time if you have any allergies or specific dietary needs to ensure appropriate food sampling.
Hydrate Before and After
With multiple food and beer tastings, staying hydrated is important to enjoy the full experience and avoid discomfort.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Urban red foxes occasionally spotted near residential blocks
- City pigeons commonly seen around outdoor dining spots
History
Brady Street was historically a diverse immigrant neighborhood, especially known for its strong Italian-American community.
Conservation
Local eateries on Brady Street often source ingredients sustainably, supporting Wisconsin farms and reducing environmental impact.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Essential for navigating city streets comfortably throughout the tour.
Light Jacket or Sweater
Keeps you warm during cool spring evenings or windy conditions.
spring specific
Refillable Water Bottle
Helps you stay hydrated between food and beer tastings.
Sun Protection (Hat/Sunglasses)
Useful for shielding yourself from midday summer sun on outdoor stretches.
summer specific