Locals' Favorite
Brady Street Lunch Tour
"The tastings were specially curated and represented a great sampling of the Brady Street community. We're looking forward to taking another tour with Milwaukee Food Tours next time we're in town!" — Megan M.
"The tastings were specially curated and represented a great sampling of the Brady Street community. We're looking forward to taking another tour with Milwaukee Food Tours next time we're in town!" — Megan M.
One Tour. So Many Cuisines to Try.
Originally settled by Italian and Polish immigrants, Brady Street has evolved into one of Milwaukee’s hottest East Side neighborhoods, an ethnic enclave representing numerous cultures and cuisines from around the world. Sample family-made Italian delicacies, delicious Mexican street food, and local Milwaukee craft brews.
To enjoy a vegetarian-friendly tasting, you must notify us when you book. Sorry, but we can’t accommodate other food allergies or dietary preferences.
Highlights
"Lunch" is an understatement.
- Led by a fun local expert, get exclusive access to the kitchens and chefs driving Milwaukee’s food revolution.
- Enjoy a variety of ethnic cuisines at 5 to 6 stops, including Milwaukee’s favorite pizza and cannolis, authentic tacos and empanadas, and a sampling of our best local beers.
- Learn the cultural history of this once working-class immigrant neighborhood that’s turned into a can’t-miss Milwaukee culinary destination.
- Come hungry! We don’t skimp on portions – this is anything but a “light lunch!”
Frequently Asked Questions
A Brady Street food tour for people who hate doing tourist stuff.
Will local Milwaukeeans enjoy your tours?
Absolutely! More than half of our guests are local to the Milwaukee area, and they always say the same thing: “I learned so much about Milwaukee’s history and restaurant scene that I didn’t know!” Locals who come on our tours will find their new favorite date night spot, and can impress their visiting friends with all their Milwaukee “insider” knowledge.
I hate feeling like a tourist. Will the guide have a bullhorn and an umbrella?
Yeah, we hate that, too. And, no, no umbrellas or bullhorns. Our guides feel more like part of the group. They’re friendly without being annoying, and they don’t just recite a script. We hire people who love this city, and we train them extensively to make their job look effortless. No cringey tourist stuff, we promise.
This seems like a lot to spend on sample bites. How much do we get to eat?
No need to make reservations for after the tour. You’ll enjoy the equivalent of a full meal or more on our food tours.
What happens if it rains or snows?
Rain or shine, you gotta eat! Unless the weather looks like it’ll threaten the safety of our guests or guides, the tours will run in most conditions. If it’s too wet or cold, we’ll just spend more time indoors at our restaurant partners.
Can you accommodate my dietary restriction?
If you let us know when you book your tour, we CAN provide vegetarian-friendly tasting, but we CANNOT offer alternatives or substitutions for any other allergies (including lactose intolerant) or dietary restrictions (including vegan and gluten free). Vegetarian-friendly options must be requested in advance during the ticket purchase process.
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Cancel up to 48 hours in advance for a full refund.
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Private Tours Available
Your private Milwaukee Food Tour food tour, handled with care. From planning to execution, we make sure everyone has a blast.
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Locals love finding new spots on Brady Street.
Private Experiences
From $74.00 · 2.5-3 hours
Check AvailabilityCancellations
If you need to cancel your reservation and provide us 48 hours or more notice when doing so, you will receive a full refund. Any cancellations requested with less than 48 hours notice will not be refunded unless you added the Tour Ticket Insurance option for $2 per ticket during the check-out process. No-shows will be charged the full price unless they had taken out the tour insurance option.
In the event that you must cancel less than 48 hours prior to the tour date/start time, and did not have Tour Ticket Insurance, no refund will be provided.
Customers will also receive a full refund or credit in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Contact us by phone to cancel or inquire about a cancellation.