Looking for a good new brunch spot? Let The National introduce you to their Milwaukee Brunch this weekend.

Rapid review: The National

Published Oct. 7, 2009 at 11:10 a.m.

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The National
839 W. National Ave., (414) 431-6551
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Opening in early 2009, The National is a relative newcomer to Milwaukee's dining scene, but it's quickly become a neighborhood favorite, with its hip, vintage charm and focus on fresh, organic (not to mention deliciously prepared) foods.

The restaurant began by serving only breakfast and lunch, but now stays open into the evening to offer dinner with daily specials.

Menu: Eclectic American, organic.

Price: Inexpensive to moderate.

When to go: The addition of a liquor license means they now serve a variety of local and / or organic wines and beer, which makes dinner a tempting choice, but in our opinion, their "Milwaukee brunch" -- think breakfast burritos, French toast, omelets, tofu scrambles and coffee drinks -- is probably their strongest draw. We'rehungry just thinking about it.

Dress: The vibe is vary casual and friendly here, so just about anything goes, from jeans at brunch to sport coats at dinner. Your call.

Don't miss: The build-our-own grilled cheese option. You begin with two slices of Old World Vienna bread, adding to it your choice of any Beechwood cheese: Chipotle cheddar, garden jack, mango peño, chicken noodle soup, or regular cheddar, Swiss or provolone. You can add a bunch of veggies to it for just $.50. Perfect.

Parking: Although it's located on a main street, finding a spot in this Walker's Point neighborhood usually isn't a problem. There is no lot, but there is ample room along 9th Street on either side of National Avenue.

Talkback

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pkitty | Oct. 7, 2009 at 2:22 p.m. (report)

Im so happy this restaurant opened in my neighborhood. Finally the Walkers Point area has a fabulous natural/organic restaurant with to-die-for food. Thanks for stepping up to the plate National!

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jlagina | Oct. 7, 2009 at 12:06 p.m. (report)

This is just what Milwaukee needed a simple well prepared food location with a passion to serve the customer.The dinner options are always changing and unique with out emptying your wallet. You just have to try them in the next few days to see what our family means when we say glad your here "National".

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At a private dinner celebration on the evening of Thursday, Nov. 10, Michael Diedrick, owner of The National, 839 W. National Ave., turned over his restaurant to a new owner, Nell Benton, for the staggeringly low price of $100.

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