venue Trocadero
Trocadero brings a welcome sense of the Parisian boulevard to Milwaukee, but thankfully without surly waitstaff or sidewalk surprises. Take your time enjoying tasty sandwiches or salads (try the nicoise, which gets the tuna exactly right), all of which cater to meat eaters and vegetarians alike. Or, if you’re feeling trés Français, sit in the gorgeous outdoor patio area (heated, so it’s available year-round), order up a bottle of wine from the restaurant’s extensive list, and nosh on one of the wonderful cheeseboards. For night owls, Trocadero now features a selection of late-night tapas.