Bites Nearby: Brian's Restaurant

You could stand on a corner and look around until a restaurant sign draws you in. But we've got a better idea. Each week, Oak Creek Patch picks a great restaurant either in town or nearby that is worth checking out. Here's this week's choice:

: Opened on Mother's Day 2010, Brian's already seems to be a favorite of local patrons, many of whom are greeted by first-name basis. The interior is smaller than most of the big family restaurants around town, but the feeling is more intimate -- and that's the point. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, Brian's specialty is pizza, with creative toppings like bleu cheese. Beverages include coffee, beer, wine and mixers. 924 E. Rawson Ave. 414-570-5540. Open 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.