Come into Mo's Irish Pub for lunch, dinner or drinks. There are daily specials and tasty bar-food classics such as chicken wings, garlic cheese fries, salads, soups, heaping sandwiches, burgers and of course, fish and chips! There is also a kid's menu for the little one in your family. Mo's offers a happy hour M-W from 3p to 6p, Thursday is ladies night, and there's live music every Friday and Saturday. Check Mo's website for the list of performers.

Kil@wat, located inside the InterContinental Hotel, serves a diverse menu with Spanish and Asian influences. Begin your meal with a tapas or two. Favorites include the bacon wrapped medjool dates and the spicy tune tartare tacos. The menu also features generous salads and delicious entrees such as pan roasted organic salmon, Kansas City strip steak, and the braised short ribs. Kil@wat accepts reservations and is also available for private parties and banquets. If Kil@wat sounds familiar, it's no surprise. There is a second location in Las Vegas.

With seven location in and around Milwaukee, The Chocolate Factory, Subs & Ice Cream sells, well, just that! The cafe has daily specials and accepts pre-orders for large groups or those in a hurry. A few of the cafes are conveniently located in malls making them the perfect place to start the day or the perfect place to refuel after a day of shopping. Whether you're craving savory or sweet, you'll find something to suit your appetite. Popular ice cream flavors include coconut almond joy and Milwaukee crunch.

Osteria Del Mondo serves exquisite Italian cuisine that goes above and beyond typical Italian fare. Opened in 1994 by a New Yorker, Osteria Del Mondo has been featured in several magazines an on several "best of" lists. The menu, boasting robust and beautiful flavors, features delicious salads, pastas and seafood dishes. Reservations are recommended.

Located in the city's Juneautown neighborhood, Karl Ratzsch's, open since 1904, is one of the city's most beloved German restaurants. The restaurant prides itself in excellent service, top quality cuisine and attention to detail. German favorites include sauerkraut, assorted sausages, spatzle and sauerbraten. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner, and it is a great choice for large groups and private parties. Reservations and recommended.

Located in Milwaukee's Latin Quarter amidst a bevy of other Mexican restaurants, Botanas stands out thanks to delicious, authentic cuisine and excellent margaritas. Owners Jaime and Martha Gonzalez welcome visitors with a smile and give meaning to the saying "when you're here, you're family." Lunch specials are served from 11A to 2.30P from Monday to Friday, whereas the restaurant is open for lunch seven days a week from 11A to 3P. Serving a rare combination of Mexican, seafood and vegeterian cuisine, Botanas also provides Patio Dining. The owners are more than happy to host events and special occasions at this restaurant. Botanas is thus a comforting break for all.

Open since 1995, La Perla is located in Milwaukee's Walker's Point in the city's Latin quarter. Although it is surrounded by several other Mexican restaurants, it is one of the most popular. Serving both lunch and dinner, it is perfect for the business crowd or a large group of friends. The menu features Mexican staples and even offers a children's menu. Don't miss out on their hand-made tortilla chips or their extensive Tequila selection.

Sanford is a lovely, intimate restaurant located in a predominately residential area. This upscale establishment, open since 1989, is proud to feature the cuisine of chef Sanford D'Amato. The dishes run the gamut of French, American, Mediterranean and continental. The menu boasts many mouthwatering selections, but the chef's surprise tasting menu takes the cake. This seven course menu is also available with a wine pairing. While the menu changes seasonally, courses many include a seared sea scallop on bacon pea mash with a carrot dumpling and raisin mint oil or a lamb rib and lamb mole taco with tamatillo salsa and cocoa chili sauce.

Located of the highly popular Brady Street, Mimma's is a tiny gem. This Italian eatery is refined yet casual, and the service is exceptional. Mimma's is perfect for an intimate date night or for a large group; either way, the restaurant is extremely accommodating. The menu features Italian classics such as antipasti, seafood pasta dishes and large salads. Mimma's also offers a generous happy hour at the bar on week nights, but stop by early as the bar is fairly small and fills up quickly. Let the bartender whip up one of his creative concoctions, or simply request the drink that takes just like a caramel apple. Don't be fooled by the bevvy of restaurants on Brady Street; Mimma's is the real deal.

Jimmy John's is a very popular gourmet sandwich chain. With several locations in and around Milwaukee, Jimmy John's is the perfect place for a huge, heaping sub. The sandwiches are made with only the freshest and finest cold cuts and vegetables, and despite the high quietly and large size, the sandwiches are reasonably priced. Jimmy John's accepts internet orders and even offers a catering service.