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Winter is coming, but let's keep the outdoor Milwaukee party rolling. Here's a list of tents, domes, yurts and greenhouses ready to help us embrace snow season.
Most places require reservations. Sessions are usually between 75-minute and two-hour time slots, require a rental fee or deposit and have a minimum purchase policy. Follow the links for specific requirements at each location.
This list will be updated throughout the season, so check back frequently.
At Random
2501 S. Delaware Ave., (414) 481-8030
atrandommke.com
Once again, the “Magic Forest” in the At Random courtyard features heated “cocktail huts" and a festive cocktail menu. There are a few changes for 2024. Huts are now $8 per person on weekdays (Sunday-Thursday) and $10 per person on weekends (Friday and Saturday). From Christmas Eve through December 30th, the cost is $10 per person every day. Make a reservation online.
Belfre Kitchen
606 Genesee St., Delafield (262) 303-5066
belfrekitchen.com
The Belfre Kitchen offers "winter domes" for brunch, lunch, dinner or Saturday snacks. The cost is $25 for lunch/Saturday snacks; $50 for weekday dinner and brunch; $75 for weekend dinner. Reservations and pre-orders are required. Click here to find out more and to reserve a dome.
Buckatabon Tavern & Supper Club
7700 W Harwood Ave., Wauwatosa, (414) 271-7700
thebuckatabon.com
Buckatabon features several cozy Frank & Larry’s Northwoods Shanties. Prices are Monday-Wednesday, $100; Thursday-Sunday, $150. To find out more and to book a reservation, go here.
Café Benelux
346 N. Broadway, (414) 501-2500
cafebenelux.com
Cafe Benelux is now taking reservations for its rooftop Lux Domes. Prices are Monday-Wednesday, $100; Thursday-Sunday, $150. Make a reservation here.
Cafe Hollander
Numerous locations
cafehollander.com
Dine in a private heated dome or globe at one of the Hollander locations. Prices vary based on day, time and location. Go here for more info about this year's "Winter Wonderland" experiences.
Centraal Grand Café and Tappery
2306 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., (414) 755-0378
cafecentraal.com
"Winter at Centraal" invites guests to enjoy private street-side dining in the Streetcar on Lincoln or cozy up in the heated courtyard tent. Go here to get in on the toasty fun.
Hubbard Park
3565 N. Morris Blvd., (414) 332-4207
hubbardparklodge.com
Hubbard Park's "Home for the Holidays" features winter domes that are 2-hour experiences for $30. Guests can order an array of specialty drinks and appetizer menus. The Domes will be open until mid-March. The hours are Thursday through Sunday from 4 to 9 p.m. with a Sunday brunch from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Go here to make a reservation.
Kegel's Inn
5901 W. National Ave., (414) 257-9999
kegelsinn.com
Kegel’s has a heated tent/beer garden that's open nightly and a special Friday night fish fry. Reservations are encouraged, but not required. Go here to book.
Twisted Fisherman
1200 W. Canal St., (414) 384-2722
twistedfisherman.com
Now open in Milwaukee's Menomonee Valley, Frosty's Ice Camp is a seasonal pop-up bar bringing holiday cheer during the month of December. Private, heated winter domes are $30 for a two-hour experience and open until mid-March. Go here to make a reservation.
Zócalo Food Park
636 S. 6th St., (414) 433-9747
zocalomke.com
Rent a heated hut at Zócolo Food Park. Fees range from $6-$26. Check out the special New Year's Eve package for 2024. Go here to reserve.
Lori Fredrich contributed to this report.
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