Amilinda

4.3

278 Reviews

$31 to $50

Spanish

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2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

Experiences are available.

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Amilinda is a celebrated Milwaukee restaurant known for its vibrant blend of Spanish and Portuguese-inspired cuisine. Owner and executive chef Gregory León leads the kitchen with a focus on fresh, locally sourced ingredients and innovative flavor combinations. His culinary talent has earned him three James Beard Award nominations, highlighting his influence and expertise in the culinary world. Amilinda continues to be a standout dining experience with the reputation as a top dinning destination that attracts locals and visitors alike.

Located in the heart of downtown Milwaukee, just blocks away from the Milwaukee Art Museum and the Pfister Hotel, Amilinda offers a cozy and inviting space with rustic decor, reflecting its Iberian Peninsula influences. The warm, intimate atmosphere complements the creative dishes from the kitchen, making it a destination for memorable meals.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Spanish, Portuguese
Hours of operation
Happy Hour Wed–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(414) 369-3683
Website
http://www.amilinda.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Gregory Leon
Catering
Amilinda offers catering services throughout Milwaukee, bringing Chef Gregory León’s Spanish and Portuguese-inspired cuisine to any event. The team will create custom menus using fresh, seasonal ingredients. With a focus on quality and creativity, Amilinda’s catering ensures a memorable and flavorful dining experience.
Private party facilities
Amilinda hosts private events in its cozy downtown Milwaukee space, offering a warm, rustic ambiance perfect for intimate gatherings or larger celebrations. Chef Gregory León customizes menus with his signature Spanish and Portuguese-inspired dishes, ensuring personalized service and an unforgettable dining experience tailored to each occasion.

Location
315 E Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202-4301
Neighborhood
Milwaukee
Cross street
Located at 315 E Wisconsin Ave. between Milwaukee St. and Broadway St.
Parking details
None
Public transit
Located between two HOP stops.<br />One at Wisconsin Ave. and Broadway St. and one at Wisconsin Ave. and Milwaukee St.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Purslane PopUp
$85.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
Chef Mary Kastman will bring an Eastern Mediterranean PopUp to Amilinda on December 10th, featuring a five-course tasting menu that highlights the flavors and ingredients of the region. Guests can expect dishes inspired by the vibrant spices, fresh herbs, and traditional techniques of Eastern Mediterranean cuisine. Join us for an evening celebrating rich flavors and the creativity of Chef Kastman in this unique dining experience. Chef Mary Kastman, a Madison College Culinary Arts graduate, worked in Boston’s Oleana and Sarma. In 2019, she became Executive Chef at Driftless Cafe in Viroqua, Wisconsin, which earned her a 2022 James Beard semi-finalist nod for Best Chef, Midwest. In 2024, she launched Purslane, a Mediterranean inspired PopUp

What 278 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.3Service
4.5Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

278 Reviews

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Robb
Milwaukee
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A great before concert dinner. The appetizers were delicious, and the Quail with grits, outstanding. We ended with a delicious puff pastry fill with custard. Always a pleasure to see Chef Greg leading the team.
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Mariah
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service and food was outstanding! I brought out of town visitors and we will definitely be back!
AmilindaResponded 7 days ago
Hi, We're overjoyed to hear that you had such a wonderful experience at Amilinda! It's fantastic to know that our service and food met your expectations. We're thrilled that your out-of-town visitors enjoyed their visit as well. We appreciate your 5-star review and look forward to welcoming you back the next time you're in town. Thanks for choosing Amilinda!
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Sofia
Denver
12 reviews
vip
3.0
12 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I wouldn’t say that its a Spanish inspiration for all. I liked the appetizers but the main course was average. They kept the back door open and was cold and smelled someone was smoking.
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Jackie
Las Vegas
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Tried sardine starter, more tomatoes than anything. Brown sauce w/the Halibut completely over-whelmed the taste of the halibut. Extremely, extremely limited menu.
AmilindaResponded on November 20, 2024
At Amilinda, we intentionally keep our menu small—not extremely, extremely limited—because it allows us to focus on quality and freshness. A smaller menu ensures we can make everything fresh daily while supporting local farmers and using the best seasonal ingredients. We believe this approach is actually a benefit to our guests. It allows us to concentrate on delivering dishes we’re proud of. Regarding the fish dish, the “brown sauce” was actually a light mushroom broth crafted to complement the fish. Many of our guests have enjoyed this dish and loved how the flavors work together. That said, we understand that tastes are subjective, and perhaps this dish wasn’t the right fit for your palate. We appreciate your perspective and hope you’ll join us again to explore more of our menu!
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Deanna
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great vibe, friendly warm service. Quick plates & well timed.
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Rimma
Milwaukee
7 reviews
1.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
We picked this restaurant for our anniversary by reviews and references of nominations for James Beard Foundation rewards. We were so excited to discover new good restaurant for us, but turned out the biggest disappointment, which clouded our anniversary celebration. The skirt steak was absolutely cold as potatoes also came with it. Halibut was under seasoned, basically no taste. The choose of appetizers was only 5 items, 2 fish ones and the rest three vegetables salad, which we ordered 2 out 3 , no taste, don’t know even if it had any dressing unfortunately. Another word very sad experience for us.
AmilindaResponded on November 12, 2024
Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us, and we’re truly sorry that your experience didn’t live up to your expectations, especially on such a special occasion. We’re very proud of the quality we strive to deliver, which many guests enjoyed that same evening. In fact, several diners had the same dishes and shared experiences that were 100% the opposite, expressing how much they enjoyed both the flavors and presentation. We understand how disappointing it can be when a meal doesn’t match what you were hoping for, and we’ll be sure to address your comments with our kitchen team. Wishing you the best in your culinary pursuits.
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Annie
Milwaukee
4 reviews
vip
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My squash was a bit charred, and the streak was good but nothing really special.
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Sonja
Milwaukee
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We just love everything about this restaurant! Food, friendly staff, chef, atmosphere! The food is always amazing, unique, superb! Highly recommend!!
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clay
Milwaukee
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amilinda is one of my favorite restaurants anywhere. Whenever I'm in Milwaukee I make a point of getting there. Unlike so many restaurants you can watch the multiple James Beard nominate executive chef prepare every meal. This is not the set and forget chef design used by so many restaurants. The menu is constantly changing and always filled with food as comforting as the vibe itself.
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OpenTable Diner
Milwaukee
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a great date night experience for me & my wife. John our server was very attentive and helpful. Chef Leon came over a few times to talk to us which we both loved to speak with him. Food was excellent and very reasonable for the exceptional quality. We will be back many more times!
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FAQs

Amilinda is rated 4.3 stars by 278 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

Experiences are available.

315 E Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202-4301

Additional information

Cross street
Located at 315 E Wisconsin Ave. between Milwaukee St. and Broadway St.
Neighborhood
Milwaukee
Hours of operation
Happy Hour Wed–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Spanish, Portuguese
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Public transit
Located between two HOP stops.One at Wisconsin Ave. and Broadway St. and one at Wisconsin Ave. and Milwaukee St.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Gregory Leon
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.amilinda.com/
Phone number
(414) 369-3683
Catering
Amilinda offers catering services throughout Milwaukee, bringing Chef Gregory León’s Spanish and Portuguese-inspired cuisine to any event. The team will create custom menus using fresh, seasonal ingredients. With a focus on quality and creativity, Amilinda’s catering ensures a memorable and flavorful dining experience.
Private party facilities
Amilinda hosts private events in its cozy downtown Milwaukee space, offering a warm, rustic ambiance perfect for intimate gatherings or larger celebrations. Chef Gregory León customizes menus with his signature Spanish and Portuguese-inspired dishes, ensuring personalized service and an unforgettable dining experience tailored to each occasion.

Amilinda

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Experiences

Purslane PopUp

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What 278 people are saying

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FAQs

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