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Birch - Milwaukee
Price: Very Expensive•American•4.9(1,018)A hyper-seasonal New American Restaurant celebrating Wisconsin farmers & food producers and cooking over an open fire.Santino's Little Italy
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.9(176)Santino's Little Italy, tucked away in a quiet neighborhood with rich history echoing years gone by in the City of Milwaukee. The building housing the restaurant is over 130 years old and has been beautifully remodeled by talented designers and carpenters. The vibe has an old school Brooklyn New York feeling and is the perfect place to make wonderful memories with friends and family.
The menu features delicious gourmet pizzas / house-made pastas / salads / appetizers / deserts along with delicious Italian wine / cocktails and are professionally served to you by our attentive staff. Our amazing Neapolitan Style Pizza is hand made with the finest and freshest ingredients and cooked in a 6,000-pound Italian woodfired oven. With humility and gratitude our pizza was ranked nationally as the 46th best pizza in North America and we are very proud to serve many happy diners here in Milwaukee.
Reservations are highly recommended as space is limited. We look forward to serving you.
Bavette
Price: Expensive•Farm-to-table•4.9(369)What started out as a butcher shop concept, has evolved and changed over the years to become a full-service restaurant, which was solidified with the restaurant's move to a larger space in 2022. At Bavette, the consumer will enjoy complete transparency of its food moving from farm to plate. Although the butcher shop has been phased out, the restaurant still works with the same farms, and uses the same high quality meats on its menu, which consists of a daily changing menu consisting of salads, sandwiches, small plates, pates, cheese, and charcuterie boards. The restaurant truly is a farm-to-table restaurant, sourcing not only the meat but most of its produce from nearby farms. In addition to the highly seasonal menu, there is a small store featuring chef-curated retail items, such as Wisconsin cheeses, local charcuterie, artisanal jams, pickles, salts, vinegar, and oil. Going along with the thoughtful menu is a select and unique offering of craft beers, wines, and cocktails.Transfer Pizzeria Cafe
Price: Expensive•Pizzeria•4.8(239)You are cordially invited to visit Transfer Pizzeria Café, located in the Harbor District on the corner of 1st and Mitchell Streets. Established in 2008, the namesake is Transfer Pharmacy, a classic cornerstone drugstore from a bygone era that for decades supplied a thriving community with goods and services as evidenced by the stained glass windows still in place. The pharmacy was appropriately named for the constant activity that took place just outside - the boarding, departures, and transfers of the countless daily commuters of the time. The tradition of a reliable cornerstone establishment continues today, as Transfer Pizzeria delivers a unique dose of delicious pizza, drink, atmosphere, and friendly service.
We keep an active wait-list and gladly accommodate walk-ins as part of both our lunch and dinner service.
Saz's State House Restaurant
Price: Moderate•Barbecue•4.8(349)In 1976 Milwaukee native Steve Sazama, a.k.a. Saz, opened Saz's State House Restaurant in a historic building nestled beside the railroad tracks on the West Side of town. Saz knew how to make his customers happy with great food and stellar service. What he didn't know was that 45 years later Saz's State House would be the cornerstone for a thriving operation that includes successful Catering, Festivals and retail Barbecue Products divisions. Get the insider scoop on Saz's - click here to read the whole story!The Union House
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary French / American•4.9(829)Located in the heart of historic Genesee Depot just down the road from the famous Ten Chimneys you will find the Union House. Known for its unique menu featuring wild game fused with classic fine dining, our mission is to bring people together while creating a memorable dining experience surrounded by historic photos of the town along with Union House frequenters, Lynn Fontanne and Alfred Lunt. The menu is driven by ingredients and is constantly developing throughout the year led by award-winning Executive Chef and General Manager, Dan Harrell and Executive Sous Chef, Christian Garcia-Cortez. We feature an extensive wine, scotch and bourbon list highlighting selections from around the United States and world along with barrel-aged old fashioneds and Manhattans that include our very own hand-crafted bitters. We look forward to having you join us!
Buckley's Restaurant & Bar
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.8(381)Buckley's is a cozy neighborhood spot in the heart of Milwaukee's East Town. Located two blocks from Lake Michigan and the Calatrava, Buckley’s is an ideal all occasion restaurant in downtown Milwaukee. An ever-evolving menu showcases seasonal ingredients from local farmers and purveyors. To compliment your dining experience, peruse the thoughtfully curated 200 bottle wine list or select a beverage from an extensive cocktail program that has consistently been recognized as one of the best in the city. Customize your dining experience to meet your needs whether you choose to enjoy a four course meal or simply grab a burger at the bar. However you choose to enjoy a visit to Buckley’s, do not forget to order a signature house-made dessert. You won’t regret it.
At this family owned and operated restaurant, guests are treated like family. Come see for yourself!Harbor House
Price: Expensive•Seafood•4.7(8,387)Harbor House is a bright, spacious New England-style seafood restaurant Milwaukee residents and visitors love, set on the shore of Lake Michigan. Our restaurant offers a premier lakefront dining experience and the freshest seafood flown in daily from both coasts. The interior features a three-sided bar, a raw bar, an open kitchen, and a private dining room available for special events and parties. A seasonal outdoor patio features a full bar, Adirondack chairs, and unparalleled views of the lake, the Milwaukee Art Museum, and Milwaukee's skyline.
Reservations are recommended, and we have a 15-minute grace period, so please call us if you are running late.
It's important to note that patio reservations are for outdoors only and we cannot guarantee indoor seating upon inclement weather.
Bavarian Bierhaus
Price: Moderate•Regional German (Bavarian)•4.6(280)In 2016 the Bavarian Bierhaus re-opened the space once occupied by the Bavarian Inn. It features a bierhall, a 15 bbl brewery, and multiple indoor and outdoor event spaces. The Bierhaus will continue the tradition of being home to diverse regional events and festivals. We welcome you, and invite you to support your friends, neighbors and community by signing up for our emails, following us on Facebook, checking our website and downloading our Bavarian Bierhaus app for upcoming events.MOXIE Food + Drink
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.9(1,309)Inspired American comfort food, cocktails and wine. Dining room, patio and curbside. Serving dinner 5-9 Tuesday through Saturday, and Sunday Brunch 10-2.
Reservations or order online: www.eatatmoxie.com.
Our Reservation Policies:
- We do not take PATIO reservations. Patio seating is first come, first served.
- Maximum reservation/table size in our DINING ROOM is 6 guests.
- All guests must arrive within 15 minutes of reservation time.
- Payment with one check is required for parties of 6 or more.
- A 20% gratuity may be added to parties of 6 or more.
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- SStephanieVIPNew York City •8 reviews5.0Dined todayWent downtown tonight to capital Grille to have the Wagyu burger and wine!! this special dealdid not disappoint. That burger was outstanding!!!More infoThe Capital Grille - MilwaukeePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Milwaukee•4.9
- AAbbyWisconsin •8 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoLovely special occasion dinner at the Chophouse. Wonderfully well prepared food and our needs and options were considered as well. Many places do no substitutions. However, the waitress, Jessica was very helpful is allowing our changes. The restaurant is traditionally decorated and quite cozy if seated in a booth. It was not busy early but was getting filled as we left. It was quiet with excellent music playing which made the meal even more enjoyable. I had scallops and my husband, a ribeye. Both meals were very delicious and more than enough. Complimentary crème brûlée for a desert treat. Wine Wednesday with half price bottles also complemented our celebration. The chef came and introduced himself to us as well. Very impressed by everything. Of course, we will return.More infoMilwaukee ChopHousePrice: Expensive• Steak• Milwaukee•4.4
- DDawnWisconsin •1 review5.0Dined 7 days agoVery good food and drinks. Service was fantastic...food came out quickly which we appreciated since we had a show to get to. Atmosphere was fun. We loved our mac & cheese and burger and watching other platters coming out I might have to head back to try this place again.More infoOak Barrel Public HousePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Milwaukee•4.3
- TTTeamTWisconsin •1 review5.0Dined on Jan 26, 2024Great atmosphere! Good food, and my son really liked how the booth faced the wall of TVs.More infoThe MeccaPrice: Moderate• American• Milwaukee•4
- ILILovePaellaChicago / Illinois •9 reviews5.0Dined on Sep 7, 2016The steak was very well cooked (medium rare but on the rarer side) and the potatoes were good. The bistro is in the lobby of the hotel, so it has the potential to be loud depending on the day. It was nice and quiet while I was thereMore infoJulep/Bistro 333 - Hyatt Regency MilwaukeePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Milwaukee•3.7
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Best known for its cheese, baseball, and breweries, Milwaukee offers an authentic Midwestern experience, complete with stunning views of Lake Michigan. However, you can now find eats ranging from farm-to-table to pub food and fine dining. Many restaurants serve fresh ingredients courtesy of local farms and pride themselves on creating food that feeds the soul. Walker’s Point, on the city’s Southside, is the go-to spot for innovative food in Milwaukee. This neighborhood boasts a certified organic roasting facility and a Fodor’s top-rated roof-to-table restaurant. Throughout the rest of the city, there are plenty of options for celebrating Milwaukee’s German heritage as well as a nod to the area’s impressive Belgian beer selection. Don’t forget to stop by one of the country’s only urban creameries and try some locally-made chocolate with a glass of champagne.
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