Supporting Caribbean-Owned Businesses

Tropic

This authentic Caribbean restaurant brings the flavors of the islands directly to Milwaukee diners. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and traditional recipes passed down through generations, Tropic serves as both a dining destination and cultural experience, where the warmth of Caribbean hospitality meets exceptional island cuisine.

Pepperpot

Since 2004, Pepperpot on Martin Luther King Drive has served authentic Jamaican cuisine in a laid-back setting. Known for signature Jerk Egg Rolls, jerk chicken, salmon, and curry shrimp, the restaurant offers dine-in, takeout, and catering with a full bar. A beloved neighborhood destination bringing genuine Caribbean flavors to the community.

Concoctions

A local favorite that blends Caribbean flavors with creative mixology, Concoctions offers patrons a taste of tropical paradise through both its food menu and signature cocktails. The establishment has become a gathering place where Caribbean culture and Milwaukee's social scene intersect.

Coconut Bowl

A unique Jamaican-owned establishment that combines traditional ten-pin bowling with authentic Caribbean cuisine, creating Milwaukee's most distinctive island entertainment destination. This 12-lane bowling alley features a full-service bar and restaurant serving daily authentic Jamaican dishes, where "good times become great, and great times become legendary." More than just bowling, Coconut Bowl serves as a community hub where Caribbean culture and Milwaukee's social scene collide through genuine island hospitality.

Bronzeville Collective MKE

Located in Milwaukee's historic Bronzeville district, this venue celebrates the intersection of Caribbean and African American cultures. Through its programming and community events, Bronzeville Collective MKE showcases how Caribbean immigrants have contributed to Milwaukee's broader cultural renaissance, particularly in the city's historic African American neighborhoods.

Uppa Yard

A Milwaukee Caribbean dining staple that delivers authentic island flavors with genuine cultural spirit. More than just a restaurant, Uppa Yard serves as a community hub where traditional jerk seasonings and time-honored recipes create an atmosphere of celebration. Known for its oxtail and jerk chicken egg rolls among other specialties, this beloved establishment brings the warmth of Caribbean hospitality to Milwaukee's dining scene.

Annual Celebrations

Caribbean Festival

This one-day celebration features the diversity of every country that makes up the Caribbean and Latin America-Puerto Rican, Cuban, Dominican, Mexican, Jamaican and more. The Caribbean Festival showcases cultural entertainment, contests, music, exhibitors, vendors and more.

Puerto Rican Festival of Wisconsin

This annual cultural celebration highlights Puerto Rican heritage through music, dance, food, and community pride, drawing visitors from across the Midwest.

Cultural Experiences

The Milwaukee Art Museum houses one of the world's outstanding collections of 20th-century Haitian art, featuring 90 paintings and sculptures. The Richard and Erna Flagg Collection includes masterworks by significant Centre d'Art school artists such as Hector Hyppolite, Rigaud Benoit, Philomé Obin, and Georges Liautaud. This remarkable collection showcases Haiti's vibrant artistic heritage and cultural traditions.

Ko-Thi Dance Company preserves and performs traditional African Diaspora and Caribbean dance forms. This world-renowned Milwaukee institution trains artists in authentic techniques, mythology, and cultural origins while using traditional instruments and costumes. The company offers year-round classes, educational outreach through its signature "DrumTalk" program, and has impacted over a million children. Ko-Thi tours nationally and internationally, bridging cultural gaps through extraordinary dance and infectious music.

UbuntuMKE is Wisconsin's first cross-cultural food incubator, elevating underrepresented talents from the African diaspora—especially LGBTQ+ individuals, women, and refugees. They support African-led businesses and events while fostering connections between diverse communities through collaborative dinners and joint projects. By bridging cultural divides and linking local African communities with Wisconsin's broader networks, they drive equitable impact in food and beyond.

Caribbean American-Owned Businesses

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