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Baumgartner's Cheese Store & Tavern ($)
(162 ratings)

1023 16th Ave Map It!
Monroe, WI 53566
(608) 325-6157
baumgartnercheese.com
As Seen On:
Cheese Paradise
  • Swiss Apple Sandwich
    4 slices of Limburger cheese (stinky!), red onion slices served between rye bread; note: no apples in sandwich...named because in Switzerland, they eat one each day (to keep the doctor away)
4.5 out of 5
162 ratings
since 1931; legacy "featuring some of Wisconsin's finest cheese, imported cheese, specialty foods, and much more" (from its website); carry 40 cheeses as well as locally imported beers on tap
Bavette La Boucherie ($$)
(401 ratings)

217 N Broadway St Map It!
Milwaukee, WI 53202
(414) 273-3375
bavettelaboucherie.com
  • Corned Beef Tongue Reuben
    w/ cheese, spicy sauerkraut & pickled mustard seed aioli
4.5 out of 5
401 ratings
est. 2013; whole animal butchery & restaurant specializing in local meats & farm-to-table dining
Brick House Cafe [CLOSED]See Brick House Cafe Video ($$)
(49 ratings)

13485 Reynolds St Map It!
Cable, WI 54821
(715) 798-5432
  • Lake Owen Panini
    turkey, Provolone, tomato, homemade walnut pesto, cheese spread & red onion on ciabatta; looks good
  • Creme Brulee French Toast
    bread dipped in hazelnut vanilla batter, crusted w/ toasted hazelnuts & pecans, topped w/ whipped cream, sauteed pear & caramel drizzle; looks good
  • Espresso BBQ Pulled Pork
    sandwich w/ pulled pork, homemade espresso BBQ sauce, slaw & served on toasted Kaiser bun; looks good
4.5 out of 5
49 ratings
[CLOSED]; est. 2005; located in the heart of the Chequamegon National Forest; open for breakfast & lunch only
Delta DinerSee Delta Diner Video ($$)
(111 ratings)

14385 County Hwy H Map It!
Delta, WI 54856
(715) 372-6666
www.deltadiner.com
  • Jalapeno Hotcakes
    pancakes w/ chopped pickled jalapenos & powdered sugar; recommend squeezing lemon juice; "this is probably in the top 3 best pancakes I've ever had...if not the best" -Guy Fieri; looks good
  • Redeye Gravy on Biscuits
    gravy w/ bacon, ground pork, cubed prime rib, coffee grounds & served on homemade; looks good
4.5 out of 5
111 ratings
opened in 2003; pain-staking detail of old 1940s style diner (nice!) located in the middle of "nowhere" serving eclectic cuisine; check website for hours (changes w/ season); Guy hand-picked diner for show; Other Recipes: Green Chile-Tomatillo Sauce
Gail Ambrosius Chocolatier ($$)
(84 ratings)

2083 Atwood Ave Map It!
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 249-3500
gailambrosius.com
  • Truffles
    each made by hand
4.5 out of 5
84 ratings
#87 (101 More Amazing Places to Chowdown); est. 2004; "chocolate is its own food group" -Gail Ambrosius (owner/chef)
Glorioso's Italian Market ($$)
(555 ratings)

1011 E Brady St Map It!
Milwaukee, WI 53202
(414) 272-0540
www.gloriosos.com
  • Chicago Combo
    Italian roll sub w/ Italian sausage & Italian beef w/ mild or hot giardiniera; looks good
4.5 out of 5
555 ratings
#13 (101 More Amazing Places to Chowdown); since 1946; family-owned Italian store w/ sit-in
Kopp's Frozen Custard ($)
(797 ratings)

7631 W Layton Ave Map It!
Greenfield, WI 53220
(414) 282-4312
www.kopps.com
  • Frozen Custard
4.5 out of 5
797 ratings
#78 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown); multiple locations; moved from original airing location (7631 W Layton Ave, Milwaukee)
Kounty Quarthouse [CLOSED]See Kounty Quarthouse Video ($)
(28 ratings)

4119 S County Rd K Map It!
South Range, WI 54874
(715) 398-5582
  • Chipotle Brisket Sandwich
    chopped/pulled brisket in chipolte sauce topped w/ caramelized onions, cheddar, chipotle-guacamole crema on cheddar biscuits
  • Crispy Pork Belly Sandwich
    braised pork belly, sliced, dredged & deep-fried, topped w/ wasabi mayo, slaw, Asian BBQ sauce & served on ciabatta roll; looks good
4.5 out of 5
28 ratings
[CLOSED]; funky country bar/roadhouse
Snack Boys Snack Bar [CLOSED]See Snack Boys Snack Bar Video ($$)
(88 ratings)

2028 E N Ave Map It!
Milwaukee, WI 53202
(414) 509-5975
  • Tots with Caviar
    double-fried house tots, salmon roe, sour cream, chives
4.5 out of 5
88 ratings
[CLOSED]; late night restaurant & bar known for single-serving snacks
AJ Bombers ($$)
(942 ratings)

1247 N Water St Map It!
Milwaukee, WI 53202
(414) 221-9999
ajbombers.com
  • Barry Burger
    quarter pound burger w/ bacon and chunky peanut butter
  • Milwaukee Cheeseburger
    quarter-pound burger, double WI colby cheese, double Nueske bacon, topped w/ Schlitz onions; burger used for Food Wars
4.0 out of 5
942 ratings
Food War: AJ Bombers' vs. Sobelman's... AJ Bombers won (3-votes-to-0); opened in 2009; peanuts delivered from "bombs" painted like sharks on a rail track overhead (it hits the target by the wall above your table and dumps the peanuts down below); burgers made of mix of chuck, sirloin & brisket; burgers are smashed thin & wide and cooked on 375-degree grill
Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant and ButikSee Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant and Butik Video ($$)
(628 ratings)

10698 N Bay Shore Dr Map It!
Sister Bay, WI 54234
(920) 854-2626
www.aljohnsons.com
  • Swedish Meatballs
4.0 out of 5
628 ratings
#92 (101 More Amazing Places to Chowdown); authentic Swedish family-owned restaurant where atmosphere is casual, in carpeted dining room & young ladies are in Scandinavian garb; outside you can find goats grazing on the sod roof
Al's Hamburger Shop ($)
(173 ratings)

131 S Washington St Map It!
Green Bay, WI 54301
(920) 437-5114
alshamburgergb.com
As Seen On:
Man v. Food, Episode: "Green Bay, WI"
  • Tailgate Burger
    local 1/2-lb patty, cheese curds & roasted jalapenos, topped w/ a bratwurst, sautéed onions & German brown mustard, on a toasted telera; looks good
4.0 out of 5
173 ratings
est. 1934; burgers, shakes & breakfast in an old-school local institution; guest appearance: mayor of Green Bay, Eric Genrich
Anchor BarSee Anchor Bar Video ($)
(339 ratings)

413 Tower Ave Map It!
Superior, WI 54880
(715) 394-9747
anchorbarandgrill.com
  • Burgers
    looks good
  • Cashew Burger
    burger w/ cashews and Swiss cheese
  • Gallybuster
    triple cheeseburger (1-lb of meat); looks good
  • Olive Burger
    burger w/ green olives and cream cheese; option w/ bacon
4.0 out of 5
339 ratings
opened in 1977; serve only burger and fries; it's a dive (and proud of it!); fan favorite
Benji's Deli & Restaurant ($$)
(225 ratings)

4156 N Oakland Ave Map It!
Milwaukee, WI 53211
(414) 332-7777
  • Hear O Israel
    sandwich w/ corned beef, pastrami, salami and hot pepper beef (total 1-lb of meats), plus Swiss cheese, coleslaw, Thousand Island dressing on rye bread; looks good
4.0 out of 5
225 ratings
#34 (101 More Amazing Places to Chowdown); opened in 1963
Comet CafeSee Comet Cafe Video ($$)
(1217 ratings)

1947 N Farwell Ave Map It!
Milwaukee, WI 53202
(414) 273-7677
www.thecometcafe.com
  • A.J.'s Compact Turkey Dinner
    turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes in ball form topped w/ gravy
  • Akimbo Burger
    burger piled w/ toppings and grilled cheese sandwiches as buns
  • Meatloaf with Beer Gravy
4.0 out of 5
1217 ratings
opened in 2005; bacon on almost everything; free bacon w/ drink on Sunday nights; Other Recipes: Turkey Balls
Eggrolls ($)
(113 ratings)

1015 Mutual Way Map It!
Appleton, WI 54913
(920) 707-1300
www.eggrollsinc.com
As Seen On:
Man v. Food, Episode: "Green Bay, WI"
  • The "H'mongous Dozen" Challenge
    3.5-lb serving of 12 oversized egg rolls, choice of meat & vegetable filling, baked in 10 inch wonton wraps; Casey had 2 shrimp, 2 chicken, 2 beef, 2 pork & 4 vegetable; finish in under 24 minutes to win a t-shirt, join the wall of fame & more free egg rolls; Casey lost
4.0 out of 5
113 ratings
est. 2015; classic egg rolls w/ a modern twist; focused on local, fresh ingredients & utilizing a unique baking process instead of deep frying
Elegant FarmerSee Elegant Farmer Video ($$)
(204 ratings)

1545 Main St Map It!
Mukwonago, WI 53149
(262) 363-6770
www.elegantfarmer.com
  • Apple Pie
    baked in a brown bag (baking in a paper bag creates a unique crunchy top crust and a light, flaky old fashioned bottom crust); looks good
4.0 out of 5
204 ratings
Throwdown: Bobby Flay lost [recipe]; rating might be for farm; location on farm/apple orchard (w/ smiley face on barn face) w/ haymarket rides, fresh produce, etc; named "best pie in America" by the Wall Street Journal, Gourmet, Food Network (from its website)
Five O'Clock SteakhouseSee Five O'Clock Steakhouse Video ($$$)
(581 ratings)

2416 W State St Map It!
Milwaukee, WI 53233
(414) 342-3553
www.fiveoclocksteakhouse....
As Seen On:
Steak Paradise 3
  • King Cut Filet
    1-lb, 6-oz signature cut that is wet-aged for 30 days; looks burnt, but it's actually slathered in five o'clock's homemade char sauce; served w/ homemade au jus
4.0 out of 5
581 ratings
since 1948; in 60's supper club decor w/ lit Christmas tree year-round; order your steak from the bar; name originated when an alarm clock, located behind the restaurant would sound each day at 5 pm to signal a free drink for patrons; "One of America's Best Steakhouses"-Rachael Ray
Franks Diner ($)
(568 ratings)

508 58th St Map It!
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 657-1017
www.franksdinerkenosha.co...
  • Garbage Plate
    top seller; shredded potatoes, onions, jalapeno peppers, chorizo, ham, eggs, tomatoes...and whatever is leftover; looks good
  • Pasties
    meat dumpling
  • Twisted Diner Bread
4.0 out of 5
568 ratings
since 1926; tiny place & always packed (long lines); oldest continuously operating lunch-cart diner in the U.S.
Jake's Deli ($$)
(176 ratings)

1634 W North Ave Map It!
Milwaukee, WI 53205
(414) 562-1272
www.jakesdelimke.com
As Seen On:
Man v. Food, Episode: "Milwaukee, WI"
  • The Commish Challenge
    4.5-lb sandwich w/ corned beef, pastrami, thousand island dressing, sauerkraut, jalapenos, Swiss, on a whole loaf of bread in 45 min; Casey lost
4.0 out of 5
176 ratings
since 1955; Milwaukee landmark
Kegel's Inn ($$)
(286 ratings)

5901 W National Ave Map It!
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 257-9999
kegelsinn.com
  • Hasenpfeffer
    marinated rabbit stew prepared w/ special seasonings & vegetables; served over a bed of noodles
4.0 out of 5
286 ratings
#71 (101 More Amazing Places to Chowdown); est. 1924; authentic German beer hall & restaurant w/ murals, leaded glass & heavy wooden beams
Mader's ($$$)
(649 ratings)

1041 N Old World 3rd St Map It!
Milwaukee, WI 53203
(414) 271-3377
madersrestaurant.com
As Seen On:
Man v. Food, Episode: "Milwaukee, WI"
  • giant Pretzel
    22-inches across
  • Pork Shank
    top seller; 5-hr slow-roasted skinless shank w/ an apple demi glaze; served w/ red potatoes & choice of red cabbage or sauerkraut; same recipe as from 100+ years; looks good
4.0 out of 5
649 ratings
since 1902; Milwaukee's first German beer hall where beer is served in glasses the shape of a boot
Martino's Italian Beef ($)
(136 ratings)

1215 W Layton Ave Map It!
Milwaukee, WI 53221
(414) 281-5580
As Seen On:
Man v. Food Nation, Episode: "Milwaukee"
  • Italian Combo
    grilled Italian sausage in custom-baked Italian bread lined w/ Mozzarella, then topped au jus-dipped Italian beef, meaty red sauce and giardiniera (spicy relish of pickled veggies & hot peppers); looks good
4.0 out of 5
136 ratings
opened in 1977; family-owned-and-operated; Milwaukee sandwich institution; won award for best hot dogs in Milwaukee
Milwaukee Brat HouseSee Milwaukee Brat House Video ($$)
(733 ratings)

1013 N Old World 3rd St Map It!
Milwaukee, WI 53203
(414) 273-8709
www.milwaukeebrathouse.co...
As Seen On:
Top 5 Restaurants, Episode: "Best Bar Food"
  • "The Miltown" (Bratwurst)
    brat cooked in beer, then grilled, served on pretzel roll & topped w/ Wisconsin cheddar cheese, sauteed onions & mushrooms; looks good
4.0 out of 5
733 ratings
#4 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Bar Food); est. 2008; "a professional drinking establishment for beer barons, boot leggers & patriots" (from its website)
Old FashionedSee Old Fashioned Video ($$)
(2323 ratings)

23 N Pinckney St Map It!
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 310-4545
theoldfashioned.com
  • Fried Cheese Curds
    house-made fresh Wisconsin, beer battered and deep fried; served w/ smoked Spanish paprika aioli on side; "it was the best food experience of my entire life"-Troy Johnson; looks good
4.0 out of 5
2323 ratings
est. 2005; inspired by the traditions of Wisconsin taverns and supper clubs
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