It’s officially 2022. But the new year has ushered in not only champagne toasts and resolutions, but also a brand new wave of COVID cases.

The wave of cases has put even more stress on the bar and restaurant industry, which is already grappling with labor shortages, supply chain issues and increased food costs.

As a result, we’re also seeing a fair number of (hopefully) temporary bar and restaurant closures as venues continue to work to keep both customers and their (increasingly small) staffs safe as the virus continues to spread.

In an effort to keep you apprised of these closings, we’ve created a list of current closures impacting the city of Milwaukee.

Please note: While we are working hard to keep this guide up to date, things continue to change quickly. So please take the time to call ahead before you head out. Also please note and follow any masking regulations and safety precautions set forward by venues which remain open.

Know of a spot that's closed that we've missed? Let us know!

As always, stay safe, be kind and let’s continue to take care of one another.

Bavette La Boucherie
330 E. Menomonee St., (414) 273-3375
bavettelaboucherie.com
[Read more]
Closed through Jan. 10

Biloba Brewing
2970 N. Brookfield Rd., Brookfield, (262) 309-5820
bilobabrewing.com
[Read more]
Closed through Jan. 11

Blackwood Brothers Restaurant & Social Club
3001 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., (414) 312-8116
blackwoodbrothersmke.com
[Read more]
Temporarily closed (reopening not specified)

Cafe at the Plaza
1007 N. Cass St., (414) 276-2101
plazahotelmilwaukee.com/eat
[Read more]
Closed through Jan. 13

Electric Lime Taqueria
730 N. Milwaukee St. 
facebook.com/electriclimetaqueria
[Read more]
Closed through Jan. 10

EsterEv
360 E. Erie St., (414) 488-8036
esterev.com
[Read more]
Closed through Jan. 13

Lazy Susan
2378 S Howell Ave., (414) 988-7086
lazysusanmke.com
[Read more]
Open through Jan. 8; closed Jan 9 through Feb. 8

Lulu Cafe & Bar
2265 S. Howell Ave., (414) 294-5858
lulubayview.com
[Read more]
Carry-out and curbside pick-up only through Jan. 19

Morel 
430 S 2nd St., (414) 897-0747
morelmke.com
[Read more]
Closed through Jan. 10

Moxie
501 E. Silver Spring Dr., (414) 204-8980
eatatmoxie.com
[Read more]
Open for curbside pick-up through Jan. 8; closed Jan. 9-17

Signature Sweets Bakery
3801 N. Oakland Ave., Shorewood, (414) 539-3181
signaturesweetsbakery.com
[Read more]
Closed through Jan. 13

Transfer Pizzeria Cafe
101 W. Mitchell St., (414) 763-0438
transfermke.com
[Read more]
Closed for indoor dining; carry-out available

Trouble & Sons Pizzeria
133 E. Silver Spring Dr., Whitefish Bay, (414) 800-5015
troubleandsonspizzeria.com
[Read more]
Open for curbside pick-up only through Jan. 8; reopening Jan. 11