Open for the season!
SOFT OPENING WEEKS SCHEDULE:
Wednesday and Thursday: 4-8pm
Friday and Saturday: 12-8pm
NOTE: Sat, May 2: 11am-4pm CUSTARD ONLY THIS DAY
4726 W VLIET ST. MILWAUKEE, WI 53208
T: 414.771.6270
We're not fast food... we're Fred's!
We serve good food as quickly as we can. All food is made-to-order in our small kitchen with the most love and care. Please allow us your patience during lunch and dinner hours, as well as during peak season times.
Our patio has sidewalk chalk, Shepherd Express, and quality tunes. Please enjoy!
Custard only orders are always out in 5-10 minutes!
Outdoor Seating + Ordering
We do not have indoor seating. Orders can be placed at the window or online, and will be packaged for take-away to bite into anywhere your heart desires!
You are welcome to enjoy your food and relax on our patio or visit one of our beautiful nearby parks:
Wick Playfield
Davidson Park
Washington Park
Hart Park and Playground
"FRED'S, ONE OF
MILWAUKEE'S LOCAL TREASURES..."
"If you haven't had a burger from Fred's, you are missing out."
Carrie, Facebook
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
"Tastes like awesome."
Eric, Google Review
"Perfect burger stand in the city. The food and service are both top notch"
Nicholas, Google Review
"IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A CLASSIC BURGER, SOLID FRIES AND THE PREREQUISITE CHOCOLATE MALT,
THIS IS AMONG A CADRE OF SPOTS THAT TRULY DELIVERS."
Lori Fredrich -On The Burger Trail Redux
" The rich flavor and creamy texture are unmatched, and it’s a must-try for anyone with a sweet tooth. Trust me, give it a taste and you’ll understand why it’s my top recommendation."
Ve'Andre, Google Review
"These guys know what they are doing."
Google Review
"AMAZING soft serve custard. So good.
Doesn’t compare to anything else around."
Sadie, Google Review
JUMBO SMASH PATTY
MADE-TO-ORDER
BURGERS
The Works
Mustard, Mayo, Ketchup,
Lettuce, Pickles, and Onion
Deliciously
CREAMY FROZEN CUSTARD
CHOCOLATE, VANILLA AND TWIST
Crispy
FRENCH FRIES
Made-to-order
PRO TIP: ADD THE HOUSE CAJUN
CHOCOLATE, VANILLA OR TWIST
LOVE IN THE PRESS
LOCATION & CONTACT
EMAIL: FREDSCUSTARD@GMAIL.COM
TEL: 414.771.6270
Apply here: https://forms.gle/9MqEU1hZ9uyE77pV7
Hours:
Sunday - Tuesday: CLOSED
Wednesday: 4-8pm
Thursday - Saturday: 12-8pm**
**Or until sold-out or booked up.
Special 2026 Hours/Dates*
Saturday, May 2: 11am - 4pm CUSTARD ONLY THIS DAY
July 1-4: CLOSED
October 3: CLOSED
November 12-13: 4-8pm (closed for lunch)
Thanksgiving Week: CLOSED
Season End: Mid-December
*Subject to change, depending on life.
What to Know:
We take orders in person at the patio window and also allow for a limited number of online orders each day. Ordering ahead is encouraged to guarantee your spot during peak lunch and dinner hours - especially on Friday and Saturday evenings.
If you order at the window and the wait is long, we will happily take your phone number and give you a call when the team is working on your order.
Our kitchen can reach order capacity during the peak season days. Online ordering will turn off when we reach capacity for food; Custard orders can still be placed at the window!
Please note: Our steak burger beef blend is delivered and served fresh -- we do occasionally sell out of beef on Saturdays.
Online ordering menu will be the most up-to-date for available items. Popular items sell out!
4726 WEST VLIET STREET MILWAUKEE, WI 53208
Operating seasonally: April - Mid-December