
Private Milwaukee Food Tour with Beer, Cheese & Local Classics
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 3 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private Milwaukee Food Tour with Beer, Cheese & Local Classics worth booking?
Private Milwaukee Food Tour with Beer, Cheese & Local Classics is a 3.5-hour experience in Milwaukee, United States, from $207 per person. It scores 44 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 3 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 44 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (3)
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- From
- $207 per person
Milwaukee is called many names; Brew City, City of Festivals, and Cream City, but it is most recognized as the place for great beer and cheese in the Upper Midwest. The large 19th century Germanic population continue to influence our local food products and dishes while some of the best restaurants from the historic Third Ward to East Town Downtown. When booking our winter exclusive Skywalk Food Tour you'll get to experience and enjoy all the best we have to offer from a warm second-story perspective. You'll get to experience and enjoy all the best we have when you book our Secret Food Tour: Milwaukee. As a private tour, everything works around you! Our start times are much more easy going, dates can open up. It's a much more intimate and cozy experience. No need to shout over other tourists, you will have every question answered, and leave feeling like a native yourself!
What you get
About this experience
Milwaukee is called many names; Brew City, City of Festivals, and Cream City, but it is most recognized as the place for great beer and cheese in the Upper Midwest. The large 19th century Germanic population continue to influence our local food products and dishes while some of the best restaurants from the historic Third Ward to East Town Downtown. When booking our winter exclusive Skywalk Food Tour you'll get to experience and enjoy all the best we have to offer from a warm second-story perspective. You'll get to experience and enjoy all the best we have when you book our Secret Food Tour: Milwaukee. As a private tour, everything works around you! Our start times are much more easy going, dates can open up. It's a much more intimate and cozy experience. No need to shout over other tourists, you will have every question answered, and leave feeling like a native yourself!
What's included
Included
- Our delicious Secret Dish!
- A sweet treat to end the tour!
- Fried cheese curds with dipping sauces.
- Local fish-fry, with sides.
- A hometown sausage made with a classic 19th-century recipe.
Not included
- Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off
What you'll see and do
Bronze Fonz
The Bronze Fonz is a public artwork by American artist Gerald P. Sawyer, located on the Milwaukee Riverwalk in downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
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Once the heart of Milwaukee’s German community, today Old World Third Street maintains that traditional vibe with some modern nightlife mixed in.
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Milwaukee RiverWalk
The Milwaukee Riverwalk draws a mix of high-end residential, commercial and recreational venues to its shoreline therefore creating a highly active, pedestrian environment along the river.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Milwaukee
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Milwaukee tour will end on Old World Third Street, right by the river surrounded by a number of bars and breweries where you can slide right into happy hour if you choose.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Secret Food Tours
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations’ availability, weather, and other circumstances.
- Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Good for families
1 mentionReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Pace and timing
1 mentionSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
3 verified traveler reviews for Private Milwaukee Food Tour with Beer, Cheese & Local Classics. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Delicious tour of MKE!
Great tour with lots of delicious food! Colin was very knowledgeable and personable. Kept it at a good pace. Highly recommend!
Response from the operator: We truly enjoyed reading your feedback. It’s wonderful to know that the tour gave you an enjoyable introduction to the city’s local food scene. Thank you for spending the day with Secret Food Tours!
via Tripadvisor
Friends, Food and Fun!
We took this tour to introduce our friends from Iowa to our great city of Milwaukee! Yazmin, our tour guide, was knowledgeable, friendly and easy to talk to and patient with our questions. She was amazing! The tour itself was loaded with interesting venues where we sampled delicious local food! There was plenty to eat for all of us! I highly recommend this tour for those new to Milwaukee as well as locals who’d like to get to know Milwaukee better!
Response from the operator: Thank you for letting us share the flavors of the city with you! We hope you enjoyed every bite. We’re always here when you’re ready for more, with over 100 destinations worldwide waiting for you to explore.
via Tripadvisor
Great experience
Tara was a great tour guide! She was knowledgeable and fun and there was no stress at all! It was such a fun experience and we will recommend this food tour to our friends and family!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that you had a fantastic time on our Secret Food Tour in Milwaukee. We look forward to welcoming you all on another tour in the future!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $207 to $350
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Secret Food Tours, who run 207 experiences we rank across 112 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 70.6 and 17 in the 90+ Club.
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Private Milwaukee Food Tour with Beer, Cheese & Local Classics: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Milwaukee.
How much does Private Milwaukee Food Tour with Beer, Cheese & Local Classics cost?
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Prices start at $207 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Milwaukee usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Milwaukee Food Tour with Beer, Cheese & Local Classics take?
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Plan for about 3.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Milwaukee is not rushed.
Is Private Milwaukee Food Tour with Beer, Cheese & Local Classics worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 44 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 3 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Milwaukee, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Milwaukee Food Tour with Beer, Cheese & Local Classics?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Private Milwaukee Food Tour with Beer, Cheese & Local Classics suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Milwaukee Food Tour with Beer, Cheese & Local Classics?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Milwaukee can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Milwaukee and add a light layer if any part of the 3.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Milwaukee Food Tour with Beer, Cheese & Local Classics start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Milwaukee within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Milwaukee?
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Milwaukee runs brewery and distillery tours, Harley-Davidson Museum visits, Lake Michigan cruises, riverwalk kayaking and food tours through the Third Ward. On Outty we rank every Milwaukee experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Old Milwaukee 9am E-Bike Tour, Personal and Detailed Milwaukee Sightseeing Bus Tour, Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Milwaukee?
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May to September. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Milwaukee?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Private Milwaukee Food Tour with Beer, Cheese & Local Classics?
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Included: Our delicious Secret Dish!; A sweet treat to end the tour!; Fried cheese curds with dipping sauces; Local fish-fry, with sides; and A hometown sausage made with a classic 19th-century recipe. Not included: Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
What languages is Private Milwaukee Food Tour with Beer, Cheese & Local Classics offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Private Milwaukee Food Tour with Beer, Cheese & Local Classics?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
What happens to Private Milwaukee Food Tour with Beer, Cheese & Local Classics if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Milwaukee. Standard cancellation terms apply.
What do travelers say about Private Milwaukee Food Tour with Beer, Cheese & Local Classics?
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Across 3 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, food and drink, the guide. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted. One thing to know: Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
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