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Kosher and Jewish Life in Milwaukee

TJT’s guide for kosher and Jewish travelers in Milwaukee. Information about kosher restaurants, cafes, shops, bakeries or delis, kosher near me location based (GPS) search, & Jewish points of interest, such as shuls, mikvahs, kosher and observant friendly hotels and Jewish community centers in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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Kosher Eateries
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Kosher & JOFY* Hotels
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Jewish Communities
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Kosher & JOFY* Vacation Rentals
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Mikvahs
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Synagogues

*JOFY - Jewish Observant Friendly, not necesessarily kosher.

About Milwaukee

Milwaukee is the largest city in the State of Wisconsin. It is the county seat of Milwaukee County and is located on the southwestern shore of Lake Michigan. According to 2010 census data, the City of Milwaukee has a population of 594,833. The first Europeans to pass through the area were French Catholic missionaries and fur traders. In 1818, the French Canadian explorer Solomon Juneau settled in the area, and in 1846 Juneau's town combined with two neighboring towns to incorporate as the City of Milwaukee. Milwaukee is a popular venue for Lake Michigan sailing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, ethnic dining, and cultural festivals. Often referred to as the City of Festivals, Milwaukee has various cultural events which take place throughout the summer at Henry Maier Festival Park, on the lake. The city is home to several museums and art galleries.

Jewish History, POI & Kosher Establishments in Milwaukee

It is thought that the Jewish population of Milwaukee is 0.6% of the total population making the Jewish population about 3500. The total population for Greater Milwaukee is thought to be about 30,000 Jewish people, this 2011 study covers all Milwaukee County, plus all of Waukesha County, the whole southern half of Ozaukee County. There is the Jewish Museum Milwaukee, which is dedicated to preserving and presenting the history of the Jewish people in south-eastern Wisconsin and celebrating the continuum of Jewish heritage and culture.There are around 13 synagogues in Milwaukee and surrounding areas. There are several kosher restaurants in the Milwaukee area mainly to the north of the city.

Weather In Milwaukee

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Please note:

Shabbat times on this page are based on the common Candle lighting formulas - in most locations it is 18 minutes before sunset. If you have any comments or questions regarding Shabbat Times on this page, please contact us

What Is *JOFY?

JOFY, or "Jewish Observant Friendly" Establishments are lodging establishments offering special services for Jewish Observant guests such as Shabbat meals, accommodation on lower floors and regular keys for the rooms. It can also be a NON KOSHER establishment located in walking distance from the local Shul, community or kosher restaurants area.

Please note - *JOFY does NOT mean that KOSHER food is served on the premises!

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