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Milk and Wood
Master Critic Review
Milk and Wood
7.7
A counter inside The Crab Pad where customizable gelato pops are dipped and topped to order. Flavors like ube, green tea Kit Kat, and cookies and cream make it a fun, fast dessert stop before or after a meal on Milwaukee.
Must-Try Dishes:
Ube Dipped Popsicle, Green Tea Kit Kat Pop, Cookies and Cream Ice Cream Bar
Scores:
Value: 7.2
Service: 7.4
Consistency: 7.6
Food Quality: 8.2
Atmosphere: 6
Cultural Relevance: 6.8
What makes it special: Build-your-own gelato pops with drizzles and toppings inside a seafood spot.
Who should go: Groups wanting quick, customizable dessert after dinner.
When to visit: Evenings after Crab Pad service or weekend strolls.
What to order: Ube pop with condensed milk, green tea Kit Kat, cookie bar.
Insider tip: Check the case first; small-batch flavors can sell out early.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Metered street parking along Milwaukee Ave and nearby side streets; spots are limited during evening dining hours and weekends, no dedicated lot.
Dress code: Casual — walk-in dessert stop; anything from streetwear to post-dinner attire is fine.
Noise level: Low to moderate — counter-service inside The Crab Pad with light dine-in traffic; conversation is easy.
Weekend wait: Expect a short line during prime evening stroll hours; usually 5–15 minutes to order.
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait or very light traffic when open earlier in the day.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — most gelato pops and many toppings are vegetarian-friendly.
Vegan options: Limited — core pops are dairy-based; availability of dairy-free options varies by flavor rotation.
Gluten-free options: Partial — many base pops are gluten-free, but some toppings contain gluten; ask staff before customizing.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Yes — it works well as a low-pressure, walk-and-talk dessert stop where you can customize pops and keep things casual rather than committing to a long sit-down experience.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes — reservations aren’t used; seating is limited and counter-style, but most guests order to-go or eat quickly, so turnover is frequent.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes — customizable toppings are a hit with kids; space is small and informal, so expect limited seating and no dedicated play amenities.
Best For
Better for: Quick, customizable gelato pops with eye-catching toppings and a fast dessert stop before or after dinner on Milwaukee.
Skip if: You want a full-service dessert café with spacious seating, traditional scoops, or an extended flavor list for lingering.