Dining - Feb. 3, 2009
Yaffa to close, reopen as Byron's Beer Garden and Bistro
Yaffa, 106 W. Wells St., will close on Feb. 16 and reopen Feb. 27 as Byron's Beer Garden and Bistro.
Tags: Yaffa, Bryon's, beer garden, bistro, dining, closings, openings

Dining - May 15, 2008
Yaffa adds lunch
Yaffa, 106 W. Wells St., is open for lunch from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. beginning Tuesday, May 20.
Tags: Yaffa, Riverwalk, John Chitko, Downtown lunch, schwarma

Arts & Entertainment - July 16, 2007
Family, travel inspire "Kya's" creations
For Jennifer "Kya" Espenscheid, her upcoming show at Yaffa Lounge is the cherry on top of her already sweet life with her daughter and new husband.
Tags: Jennifer Espenscheid, Yaffa, murals

Milwaukee Buzz - Feb. 15, 2007
OMC Recommends: Stuff we like right now
It's hard to have a truly great day while wearing uncomfortable shoes. This week, we look at a trusted brand that always delivers, along with a great podcast, a tasty Spanish appetizer and a rockin' new album by Aqueduct.
Tags: nike air pegasus, yaffa, aqueduct, barsuk, comet cafe, lomography, on the media podcast

Bars & Clubs - June 19, 2006
Despite long history, martinis still thriving in Brew City
There is something about a martini. Maybe it’s the glass: tall, stemmed and sometimes intricately designed, or perhaps it’s the crisp, cool liquor that just kisses the upper quarter of that glass when properly poured. Or maybe it's the implied status boost. Doesn't matter why; Milwaukee just loves 'em.
Tags: Martini, vermouth, JoJo, Twist 'n Olive, Elsa's, Angelo's, Shaker's, Palm, Swig, Ka, Yaffa

Dining - Aug. 28, 2008
Yummy lunch at Yaffa
I urge everyone to get out of the office for an hour to grab some lunch and take a stroll on Milwaukee's beautful Rverwalk while the weather is still nice. The rejuvenating effects are innumerable. I'll just save you some time and tell you the best place  to eat - Yaffa. Lu...
Tags: Yaffa, Riverwalk, John Chitko, Downtown lunch, falafel