Ralph and Lori Tour the Midwest

Re:Ralph and Lori Tour the Midwest (icecreamchick)

Fri, 27 Jul 2012 00:57:11 GMT

Thanks everyone -- it was great to meet (or see) ALL of you!

We missed the candy store, but we watched cheese being made and got a bag of the freshest curds we are likely to ever taste -- they were from that morning's milk! Lots more details and pictures to follow one of these days :-)

Re:Ralph and Lori Tour the Midwest (Ralph Melton)

Thu, 26 Jul 2012 11:47:15 GMT

We didn't stop, because we assumed they'd be closed when we went through at 7:30.

Re:Ralph and Lori Tour the Midwest (MilwFoodlovers)

Thu, 26 Jul 2012 11:41:27 GMT

Unlike a real Sheboygan double brat served on a City Bakery hard roll, your life will still be complete without tasting booyah. I don't want to imply that it isn't tasty or not worth trying; it is, just not that unique to what you'd imagine a chicken stew to taste like. Hopefully, you were able to stop at Beernstens. http://beerntsens.com/

Re:Ralph and Lori Tour the Midwest (Ralph Melton)

Thu, 26 Jul 2012 00:02:26 GMT

Booyah has been a challenge. I didn't manage to find a copy of the Entertainer at a useful time. I did read it online late this evening, and I don't see any mention of booyah.

We tried following up ScreamingChicken's lead: the Bay Family Restaurant closed at 8, just as we pulled up. They were willing to sell me booyah to go, but only in quarts.
The Golden Basket across the street only sells booyah on Mondays.

I've gotten a line on a place called the Booyah Shed and Grill, but we missed them tonight and they don't open til 4:30 on Thursday.

But we got really lucky with fresh cheese curds, so I mustn't complain.

Re:Ralph and Lori Tour the Midwest (ann peeples)

Wed, 25 Jul 2012 21:53:28 GMT

Sorry i missed the Melton's, and all of you......life just doesnt agree with traveling around these days....

Re:Ralph and Lori Tour the Midwest (Gyp)

Wed, 25 Jul 2012 19:35:17 GMT

The Entertainer is the name of the free paper.

Re:Ralph and Lori Tour the Midwest (X1)

Wed, 25 Jul 2012 19:14:57 GMT

Nice to see everyone and to meet the Meltons!

Re:Ralph and Lori Tour the Midwest (cjucoder)

Wed, 25 Jul 2012 17:45:17 GMT

I really enjoyed meeting you guys. It was a great evening, good food and company. For some reason Roadfooders are always nice people. I suspect it's because people that eat good food are happy people . Yeah, I liked Polonez a lot, they really took care of us. Glad you enjoyed it too!

Re:Ralph and Lori Tour the Midwest (MilwFoodlovers)

Wed, 25 Jul 2012 12:16:53 GMT

I'm not sure of the name but most bars and restaurants in the Sheboygan area carry it. The coverage goes up to Green Bay and hopefully you'll find something available. Nice meeting you two.
Mike

Re:Ralph and Lori Tour the Midwest (Ralph Melton)

Wed, 25 Jul 2012 11:44:53 GMT

Thanks for a lovely evening at Polonez, Kopp's, and the Safe House. Polonez was a great choice; the food was excellent (I even quite enjoyed my tripe soup, which I was not certain I would), and it was quiet enough that we could have a great conversation. This was one of the highlights of our trip.

What was the name of the paper MilwFoodLover mentioned as a source for locating a chicken booyah fundraiser?

Re:Ralph and Lori Tour the Midwest (stricken_detective)

Tue, 24 Jul 2012 23:01:31 GMT

Pictures????? C'mon, ppl!!!

Re:Ralph and Lori Tour the Midwest (icecreamchick)

Tue, 24 Jul 2012 19:08:39 GMT

Thank you! We're looking forward to it.

Our GPS puts us there about 7:20, assuming all semis keep their wheels on the road :-)

Re:Ralph and Lori Tour the Midwest (BuddyRoadhouse)

Tue, 24 Jul 2012 15:37:26 GMT

For all interested parties who do not already know, our destination this evening is:
Polonez Restaurant
4016 South Packard Avenue
St. Francis, WI 53235
(414) 482-0080

Arrival time; 7:00-7:30pm

See you all there!

Buddy

Re:Ralph and Lori Tour the Midwest (The Travelin Man)

Tue, 24 Jul 2012 13:03:03 GMT

X1

EMERGENCY!
I just called Ilija's and they are only open Thurs - Sunday!
Travlin' Manned!

My powers are endless.

Just so you know, I got Travelin' Manned in my own town on Sunday night. It can happen anywhere.

Re:Ralph and Lori Tour the Midwest (cjucoder)

Tue, 24 Jul 2012 10:54:27 GMT

X1 asked to have this posted (she's at work):

OK! I will make the reservations today at lunchtime!

See you all there!

(PS - please post that I will make the reservations for 7/7.30 in the thread! Thanks!)

OH..and also please add that there is road construction on that part of Packard Ave, but you can still get to the restaurant.

Re:Ralph and Lori Tour the Midwest (MilwFoodlovers)

Tue, 24 Jul 2012 10:30:26 GMT

http://www.polonezrestaurant.com/
Someone needs to print out the coupon for the pierogi's.
There are directions on the page.
I'm afraid the dining time is too late for me but I hope to join you for some conversation.

Re:Ralph and Lori Tour the Midwest (Ralph Melton)

Tue, 24 Jul 2012 09:59:12 GMT

We are happy to trust the expertise of the locals. We are not committed to Serbian food. It sounds like both BuddyRoadhouse and X1 would favor Polonez over Three Brothers, so let's go with Polonez.

Re:Ralph and Lori Tour the Midwest (cjucoder)

Tue, 24 Jul 2012 00:25:09 GMT

I'm still in, regardless of where we go. I haven't been to any of these places so I have no opinion, I defer to you guys. I can find something I'll like on just about any menu That Polonez menu looked awesome. Looking forward to meeting the Meltons!

Re:Ralph and Lori Tour the Midwest (X1)

Mon, 23 Jul 2012 23:04:32 GMT

Crocus is closed on Tuesdays, otherwise, I would have chosen to go there.

I agree about the uneveness and not-the-best (but not terrible) Bureks at Three Brothers. I have no idea if it'll be hard to get in there, but I can call and see. If not, Polonez WILL be our go-to. They will have room for 8 or 9, no problem. And Aleksandra loves me, so it won't be a problem. :)

Re:Ralph and Lori Tour the Midwest (BuddyRoadhouse)

Mon, 23 Jul 2012 22:55:38 GMT

Might be tough getting a reservation at Three Brothers on short notice, even for a Tuesday. I've got my own "reservations" about Three Brothers after our last meal there, but it is a Roadfood classic spot and worth a visit for anyone who's never been (Meltons). Plus, they've got the most beautiful view of the summer setting sun.

Meltons, you must speak! Do you want the sure bet of excellent Polish food at either Polonez or Crocus? Or, do you want to stick with Serbian that may be a bit uneven, but is served in a historic building with fantastic ambiance?

We need to hear from you soon!

Buddy

P.S. Three Brothers' Bureks are almost like a stuffed pizza: phyllo crust on the bottom, ingredients inside, more phyllo crust on top. Stands about 2 1/2-3" thick.

B.

Re:Ralph and Lori Tour the Midwest (X1)

Mon, 23 Jul 2012 22:27:56 GMT

OK, I'm making an Executive Decision.
Polonez is open tomorrow, so I am making the reservations tomorrow around noon for 7/7.30 PM. Polonez is Polish food, straight from Polish immigrant's kitchen.

JUST SAYIN'...Three Brothers is also open, and if the Meltons have their heart set on Serbian, I can make the reservations tomorrow there, BUT, I will have to know by tomorrow AM. I am not guaranteeing Burek, because I don't know if they're like Ilija's, in that we have to order them a day ahead of time.

Re:Ralph and Lori Tour the Midwest (stricken_detective)

Mon, 23 Jul 2012 21:40:00 GMT

X1

Travlin' Manned!

LOL. I will not be able to join you guys after all. :( Have fun wherever decide!!

Re:Ralph and Lori Tour the Midwest (X1)

Mon, 23 Jul 2012 20:18:09 GMT

I'm all for Polonez. Crocus would be awesome, but they're closed on Tuesdays, too. My next choice would be Three Brothers.
Don't care for Old Town at all.

Re:Ralph and Lori Tour the Midwest (BuddyRoadhouse)

Mon, 23 Jul 2012 19:42:14 GMT

Olde Town Serbian Gourmet. According to the interwebs, they're open Tuesday.

Or Polonez.
Or Crocus.
Or Three Brothers.
Or ask MilwFoodlovers for a recommendation.

Buddy

Re:Ralph and Lori Tour the Midwest (cjucoder)

Mon, 23 Jul 2012 19:30:36 GMT

If we want to stick with Bureks, how about Fritz's? Just a pub but the food is good.

*Edit Never mind. Looks like it closes at 7pm on Tuesdays.

Re:Ralph and Lori Tour the Midwest (X1)

Mon, 23 Jul 2012 17:08:54 GMT

EMERGENCY!
I just called Ilija's and they are only open Thurs - Sunday!
Travlin' Manned!

Any other suggestions??

Re:Ralph and Lori Tour the Midwest (nolainiowa)

Mon, 23 Jul 2012 13:43:57 GMT

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Re:Ralph and Lori Tour the Midwest (stricken_detective)

Sun, 22 Jul 2012 18:31:22 GMT

I tomato salad + 1 spinach burek, please.

DO NOT (!!!) wait for me to eat. I work til 7:02pm, but if I get a long winded customer I can't just say, 'Listen, lady, I got Serbian salad & burek waiting for me, can we wrap this up?' no matter how much I want to.

If I can get out of there early, I will text you to let you know, X1. Work on Neven for me about that menu.

Re:Ralph and Lori Tour the Midwest (X1)

Sun, 22 Jul 2012 17:37:42 GMT

The time is now 7/7.30.

You better tell me if you want a Burek and what kind, because they need to be ordered 24 hrs in advance. I was already planning on ordering 1 cheese and 1 spinach for an appetizer, and 1 of each for myself to take home. If you want something additional, let me know now.

There is no online menu, although there are several online reviews, if that helps at all.

Re:Ralph and Lori Tour the Midwest (stricken_detective)

Sun, 22 Jul 2012 17:28:20 GMT

X1

I'm going to be calling Ilija's this weekend. I need a final count, both so I can make the reservations and figure out how many bureks to order. I also need a time. Is 6 or 6.30 too early? Are the Meltons going to be in the area already, exploring Milwaukee?

Is there a menu online somewhere so I can tell you what I want? If the time is moved back, my burek can be waiting for me.

edited to add: nvm: http://www.urbanspoon.com/cities/43-milwaukee/restaurants/470993-ilija-s-place/menu