Each Streetcar compartment is scheduled with staggered reservation slots to ensure groups arrive and exit at different times. We have also built in 30 minutes of cleaning and sanitation between each reservation slot; in addition to our Moving Milwaukee Forward Enhanced Approval 72-point safety procedures, we will utilize atomizer fog bombs to target airborne pathogens and bacteria, and will thoroughly vent to allow for proper air flow. Each Streetcar has a door with a screen which opens for fresh air ventilation during, and between each reservation.

Guests are encouraged to BYOB (bring your own blanket), and will be asked to wear a mask whenever entering and leaving the Streetcar, as well as when your server is present.

Each rental lasts for 90 minutes. Due to limited capacity and waiting areas per the current times, we ask that your party arrives no more than 5 minutes early to check-in prior to your reserved time.

If your party shows up late for the reservation, we, unfortunately, cannot extend the length of your rental. The outdoor winter experiences are generally booked back-to-back to allow as many guests to enjoy them as possible. For example, if you show up 30 minutes late, your rental would be for 60 minutes rather than 90. Partial refunds will not be issued for parties arriving late.

Each Streetcar compartment seats up to 6 guests, with bench seating around a dining table. 

Sorry, every reservation is the same price regardless of the size of your party.

Guests of all ages are allowed in the Streetcar, but we do require that at least one guest is 21+. Our restaurant policy is that only guests of, or over, the age of 21 are able to consume alcoholic beverages.

Absolutely not. It is prohibited by Wisconsin law. Any guest found smoking will be asked to leave immediately along with their entire party, with no refund granted. Open flames of any kind are also not allowed on our patios.

They are “heated”, but you will be sitting semi-outside, in winter, in Wisconsin, separated from the cold winter by thin metal walls. Each Streetcar includes a heater that will take the edge off of the chill, but please come dressed for a winter activity! It may take a bit of time after the door is opened to reheat your streetcar. The streetcar also includes a small window for ventilation if desired. Please come dressed with a hat, gloves, and a few layers that you can adjust to your own individual comfort level. Heck, bring a snuggly blanket!

In the case of extreme cold, blizzard, or dangerous icy conditions, we may need to cancel reservations to ensure safety and your comfort level. In these cases, you will be notified via phone or email about an option to reschedule your booking or receive a complete refund. We will make every attempt to make the cancellations well in advance of your reserved time, but reserve the right to make fully-refunded cancellations in the case of emergent weather conditions at any time.

The Streetcar is a strong, engineered, structures that are designed to withstand 30+ mph winds and 90+ pounds of static snow load. That being said, they are constructed of lightweight materials that can be damaged by impact, heat or puncture. The Streetcar is inspected and cleaned after every party, and a damage fee of up to $200 may be added should any evidence of damage or theft be found after your visit.

For the enjoyment of the guests in neighboring compartments, we request that you do not add your own soundtrack to the experience. We will be playing our house tunes from our speakers.

All Streetcar guests are welcome to use the indoor, fully-heated restrooms inside at Centraal Grand Café. We’d recommend using the facilities before being seated to avoid unnecessary opening of your door.

Eat, drink and enjoy the company! Maybe bring a game? Think Cards Against Humanity, Head’s Up, etc.