When Sage opened in February on the first floor of The White House at 2900 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Bay View welcomed a beautifully reimagined restaurant with a menu showcasing fresh, seasonal dishes from Chef Elaina Laurent and a bright, colorful environs inspired by art and sustainability.
But even then, there was promise of more to come, including a second-floor retail shop featuring plants and locally made goods, a gallery showcasing work by local artists, and the return of the venue’s secret garden-esque patio.
Art & artisan goods
Later this week, guests can get their first look at The Gallery – which will display the work of female artists in residence Jessica Toman, Julia O’Brien and Morgyn Stranahan – on May 31 from 5 to 10 p.m. as part of Bay View Gallery Night.
In addition to experiencing the local artists’ work, the debut will feature live music from Sean Williamson, tarot card readings by Mandy, beaded body installations by Rhamzie, and wine tasting by AVA Wine & Spirits.
The Gallery will be open to the public during Sage’s regular hours. It will double as a private event space, which is available for events upon request.
Guests can also take a peek at The Green Room, an artisan shop featuring plants, vintage goods, prints, and organic beauty products.
Patio vibes
Sage will also host a grand opening for their idyllic garden patio on June 14-15 from 5 to 10 p.m.
During the patio season kick-off, guests can enjoy live music in the garden, “rosé all day” wine tastings with AVA Wine & Spirits, an all-new botanically themed cocktail and mocktail list and yoga directed by General Manager Michelle Schultz.
From there, the patio will be open for the summer offering guests an opportunity to enjoy Sage’s new summer menu which incorporates plants and herbs from the onsite garden, products from local purveyors and farm fresh produce.
Sage’s operating hours are Tuesday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to midnight and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Lunch is served beginning at 11 a.m. Tuesday through Saturday and brunch is offered Sundays beginning at 10 a.m.
Walk-ins are always welcome, but reservations can be made online or by phone at (414) 897-0495. Parking is available on the street or in the lot adjacent to The White House on the south.
As a passionate champion of the local dining scene, Lori has reimagined the restaurant critic's role into that of a trusted dining concierge, guiding food lovers to delightful culinary discoveries and memorable experiences.
Lori is an avid cook whose accrual of condiments and spices is rivaled only by her cookbook collection. Her passion for the culinary industry was birthed while balancing A&W root beer mugs as a teenage carhop, fed by insatiable curiosity and fueled by the people whose stories entwine with every dish. Lori is the author of two books: the "Wisconsin Field to Fork" cookbook and "Milwaukee Food". Her work has garnered journalism awards from entities including the Milwaukee Press Club. In 2024, Lori was honored with a "Top 20 Women in Hospitality to Watch" award by the Wisconsin Restaurant Association.
When she’s not eating, photographing food, writing or planning for TV and radio spots, you’ll find Lori seeking out adventures with her husband Paul, traveling, cooking, reading, learning, snuggling with her cats and looking for ways to make a difference.
