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Morel
Price: Very Expensive•American•4.9(728)A modern American restaurant that's dedicated to source consciousness, Morel's menu finds inspiration from Chef Jonathan Manyo’s roots: Wisconsin. Morel explores natural flavors, colors, and textures from local farms, purveyors, foragers, and artisans. For eight years, Jonathan has remained dedicated to featuring a menu comprised of nearly 100% Wisconsin-sourced ingredients.Santino's Little Italy
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.9(183)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(372)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.Birch - Milwaukee
Price: Very Expensive•American•4.9(1,029)A hyper-seasonal New American Restaurant celebrating Wisconsin farmers & food producers and cooking over an open fire.
Transfer Pizzeria Cafe
Price: Expensive•Pizzeria•4.8(241)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•4.7(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!
Safina
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.9(359)It’s been over four years since guests last tasted the Sicilian dishes from longtime Milwaukee restaurant Giovanni’s. But all of that changes with Safina: a new casual Italian concept that comes to the historic building at 785 N. Jefferson St.
Focusing on comforting dishes with roots in Sicily and the southern regions of Italy, Safina's goal is to keep the menu familiar and accessible. The restaurant also features a full bar and second-level seating, complete with wood and marble finishes that highlight the rustic, modern Italian ambiance.Johnny Manhattan's
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.8(1,683)Johnny Manhattan specializes in steaks, pizza and Italian cuisine. The classy and stylish interiors display classic and antique décor, including pendant lamps, ceiling lights, carpeted floors and a chandelier suspended from the center of the ceiling. The large windows let plenty of sunlight in, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for casual dining in spacious booths.
The tenderloin fillet, Nancy garlic bread stuffed with cheese, fresh fish, handcrafted pizzas and herb roasted chicken are signature items off the menu. The bar at Johnny Manhattans serves vintage, classic cocktails and a selection of beers to enjoy with appetizers. The restaurant also hosts private events and parties.
MOXIE Food + Drink
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.9(1,316)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.DanDan Milwaukee
Price: Expensive•Chinese•4.8(1,179)DanDan Milwaukee has a Chinese soul with a Midwestern sensibility. Flavorful, respectful, playful and seasonal, it’s an homage to the foods of our childhood.
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- TFTomFWisconsin •29 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoThe waygu burger and Duckhorn wine combination was outstanding. The service provided by Danielle was exceptional. This late afternoon “special” will be revisited. This is definitely “must dine” experience not to be missed!!More infoThe Capital Grille - MilwaukeePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Milwaukee•4.8
- OTOpenTable Diner1 review4.0Dined 5 days agoWe had a great experience at Oak Barrel Public House on Saturday, March 8, 2025. We had a 6:30 pm reservation but arrived early at 5:50 pm because of the Bucks game and the Shamrock Shuffle, which had closed off streets and created large crowds. Despite being early, the staff was very accommodating. They even had a table ready for us earlier than expected, and we were seated with minimal wait time. The place was packed with Shamrock Shuffle participants, but the service remained attentive and friendly. Even with the busy atmosphere, we never felt overlooked. Unfortunately, they were out of my first choice, the Whiskey Bacon Chili ($8.99), but I went with the Pulled Bacon ($13.99) instead — bourbon cider braised pulled bacon with Kentucky bourbon sauce, flame-roasted jalapeño corn pico, and pickled red onion. It turned out to be a great second option — rich, flavorful, and very satisfying. Person #2 had the Chicken Caprese Wrap ($16.99) with fries, which they said was tasty and light without feeling heavy. Person #3 ordered the Oak Barrel Signature Wings ($17.99), but they were also out, so they opted for the Buffalo Chicken Wrap ($16.99) with fries and were happy with the choice. While it was surprising that two of the three of us couldn’t get our first choice so early in the evening, the positive service and quick seating made up for it. The table time limits were clear from the website, but we never felt rushed. Overall, a very positive experience — we’d definitely return!More infoOak Barrel Public HousePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Milwaukee•4.4
- OTOpenTable DinerWisconsin •2 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoFirst time great food and service i will definitely be back.More infoMilwaukee ChopHousePrice: Expensive• Steak• Milwaukee•4.4
- 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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