About Purslane
MediterraneanDate night
Tucked into Milwaukee’s Lower East Side, Purslane is a season-driven kitchen where herbs and local produce take center stage. The menu balances playful technique with comforting flavors, creating plates that feel both familiar and new. Expect a convivial dining room, craft cocktails, and dishes that spotlight the region’s bounty.
What to Order
Charred Carrot & Purslane Salad
Smoky, caramelized carrots, bright purslane, tangy goat cream, and toasted seeds for crunch — a study in contrast and seasonality.
Lake Superior Whitefish with Herb Brown Butter
Pan-roasted whitefish finished with a fragrant herb brown butter and seasonal vegetables — simple, coastal-leaning Midwestern comfort.
Wood-Fired Mushroom Flatbread
Crisp flatbread topped with a melange of local mushrooms, fontina, garlic confit, and a scattering of fresh herbs.
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Purslane
Opened April 2025
Lower East Side, Milwaukee
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