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Press picks, until locals rank their own Top 5s. Sourced from the local food press. As seen in Milwaukee Magazine and OnMilwaukee. Updated August 2026.
Maxie's · Bluemound Heights / West Side
Maxie's channels the Gulf South through crawfish étouffée, duck gumbo, boudin balls, muffuletta, and warm beignets. The menu reaches into barbecue and seafood without losing its Cajun and Creole center. A bustling dining room and a drinks list suited to oysters make this a lively place to assemble a meal from several small plates and rich classics.
Crawdaddy's on Greenfield · Downtown West Allis
Crawdaddy's brings a wide Louisiana inspired menu to West Allis, covering gumbo, po' boys, fried alligator, jambalaya, oysters, and beignets. Creole shrimp and grits offer a rich anchor, while frog legs and seafood invite a more exploratory order. The breadth makes the restaurant useful for groups who want several expressions of Cajun and Creole cooking at one table.