Things to do in SMKE

5 Date Night Restaurants in South Milwaukee

September 4, 2024
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Planning a date night, but don’t know where to dine? Allow me to help.

As a self-proclaimed foodie, I feel as though it is my responsibility to let you in on South Milwaukee’s best food spot secrets. With a downtown chock full of cafes, restaurants, and taverns, it can be difficult to choose where to go. Lucky for you, I compiled a list of the most romantic dining locations for your evening out on the town!

1. Paisano's Italian Restaurant

Impress your date with a decadent Italian meal at Paisano’s. Their menu is encompassed with homemade pizza, sandwiches, salads, and pasta dishes (check it out here!) What could be better than a quaint atmosphere, a friendly waitstaff, and the best garlic bread in the Midwest?

Paisano's Italian Restaurant

2. Azteca Restaurant

If you’re in the mood for authentic Mexican food, look no further than my all-time favorite spot—Azteca! From tacos, to enchiladas, to fajitas, the menu is brimming with fresh flavors. Not to mention the inviting atmosphere and plethora of house-made drinks. Cheers to that!

Azteca Restaurant

3. The Founder’s Room

Take your date through South Milwaukee’s rich history of engineering and mining machinery at the Bucyrus Museum! Learn about the legacy of our community, and grab a delicious dinner at the museum’s restaurant on the way out. Sounds like a perfect date to me!

The Founder’s Room

4. China Chef

When it comes to authentic Chinese food, you can’t go wrong with anything on China Chef’s menu. This hidden gem is one of my favorite food spots in South Milwaukee—my mouth is watering just thinking about their chicken lo mein!

China Chef

5. Barbiere’s Italian Inn

Famous for their lasagna, Barbiere’s is the perfect place to dine with your date. Their menu includes all of the Italian classics we know and love. Don’t forget to order a slice of tiramisu for dessert!

Barbiere’s Italian Inn

I hope you have a wonderful date night in South Milwaukee! Maybe we’ll even run into each other… Save me a seat at your table!