@black_rooster_hudson you DID THAT. The pork chop with Parmesan smashed potatoes on top of aoli was FANTASTIC. The pork chop was tender, juicy and flavorful while the potatoes were extra crispy. The lamb on a bed of peas with bits of crunchy chick peas on top of tzatziki was also amazing (I don't think it can outshine the pork chop) the lamb was a hearty serving of tender deliciousness as well. Ended things with the brown butter cake drizzled in salted caramel topped with mousse and pumpkin seeds - also fabulous. Our service was excellent - she was fun, friendly and gave us great recommendations. Very moody vibes in the evening which I love, it's perfectly small and cozy here. read more

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I had such high hopes! We used to love the old German restaurant that was here before the previous owners. The space is still cute but the food is not what I expected. The octopus was extremely chewy! I didn't finish it. The steak tartar was average and had more pickle than meat. The burger was ok but not worth coming back for. The music was also terrible pop music which didn't fit the ambience. read more

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Enjoy dinner or drinks serenaded by Doors and Stones music playing at a low enough volume to still hold an intimate conversation. The establishment is entirely subterranean, with black-painted rooms that are barely lighted by bare-bulb, yellow-filament steam-punk light fixtures. Our server was a friendly, hipster emo. This could be your next hideout! Use cash to avoid an additional 3.95% credit card usage charge. Saturday night dinner for two - $115, including tip with a generous glass of forgettable cabernet and an interesting jalapeño flavored mocktail. Food (walleye and scallops) was delicious and the sides were locally sourced. Skip the apple struedl dessert that was rather bland with very tough pastry. read more

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What an amazing gem of a restaurant! We stopped by for a casual dinner, started with some drinks at the bar and decided to eat at the bar as well. The recommendations of the bartender were spot on - we split a mushroom soup (hearty but perhaps just a bitbtoo salty). For a main course we had a duck breast and a daily special halibut. Both were mouthwatering, cooked to perfection. The drinks were elaborate, it was a pleasure to see the bartender work on them. And the ambiance was lovely. Highly recommend and will be back! read more

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Stopped in randomly on a Saturday afternoon to have lunch with my daughter. The dark colors and stone walls make the basement restaurant welcoming, moody, and cozy. Our server was very friendly, got us seated right away in a booth. She explained that Black Rooster uses mostly local and seasonal ingredients so their menu is pretty small and always changing, which I love! Gives patrons a good reason to keep coming back. Even with limited menu it was hard to choose. Everything looked so good! I ordered the mushroom melt with side salad and my daughter ordered the kid's cheeseburger with fries. Honestly, when the cheeseburger came out it smelled so good my daughter inhaled it. My wild mushroom melt was the perfect blend of umami and savory. We topped it all off with an apple strudel which was delicious and got two thumbs up from my daughter. Will definitely be headed back to Black Rooster soon! read more

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I had my first visit to this gem last night. Entering down the stairs to an alluring room with a nice bar and tables. Step up several stairs you find the dining room with comfortable tables and roomy booths . Oh but all that paled to the incredible food Chef Rick/ owner prepares for his guests. Nicole, wife of Rick is everywhere.. .. being an ambassador , running food... whatever is needed. Our server, also a Nicole is fun, gives superior service and a tremendous asset to this restaurant . Hudson, Wisconsin is a fun place to visit ... make the trip and then dine .. lunch or dinner to their fabulous gem. YOU WILL BE BLOWN AWAY! read more

Made a reservation which I feel is smart to do because of limited seating especially in the summer months. Firstly the service was amazing. The cocktails were unique the dinners were outstanding! Had to order the dessert and it was amazing when I ordered decaf coffee and the waitress brewed some fresh. We will most definitely go back. read more

We had a fabulous meal with equally fabulous cocktails (Gallo Nero and Smoky Lavender Palomas)! We went out of our comfort zone and sat at the bar since it was a full house and tables were hard to come by. We decided to eat from the bar menu and added a house salad and a couple of appetizers. It was a fun way to try some different things. The bartender, Chad, was fabulous and the vibe-- perfect! Thank you; we will be back !!! read more

The service was very good. Our server was attentive but did not hover. Our food choices ( walleye and scallops) were well prepared, and reasonably priced. Entry requires going down stairs to a cellar, but once there it was a pleasant setting. read more

What an unexpected gem in Hudson! After a day of fun, a group of us were deciding where to have dinner to close out our evening. A quick search of Hudson restaurants led us to Black Rooster and we were oh so glad it did. First, you walk downstairs to the restaurant, very speakeasy vibe. The whole space is a little dark, but beautiful. Not loud, could still hold a conversation easily. We were seated in the "back room", likely because we had more than 4 people. Drink menu was full of interesting options and some fun specials as well. Food menu is a little select, but not so short you can't find something to enjoy. I decided on a piñajito (a refreshing mix of a piña colada and a mojito) for my beverage and the fried chicken sandwich for my meal. Both were absolutely excellent. The side of fries was absolutely plentiful. Others had the burger (which came highly recommended from a shop owner down the street) and the pork chop, which also looked fantastic. Our server was absolutely incredible and the owner came out and thanked us at the end of the meal. Overall, good experience, good service, and goos food. We will definitely be returning! read more

Black Rooster From day one I have seen how patience and determination have led to a very successful result in this small but very nice restaurant in Hudson, WI. It has been proven that with quality and perseverance you go very far while maintaining quality, service and innovation. The service mainly says a lot. Every time I am there, I feel welcomed by the waitresses who, upon recognizing us, give us very professional service. Chef Rick maintains the high quality of the dishes and innovates. My only suggestion is the small dessert menu, which knowing their expertise could be broader. I was surprised, I would say not a surprise, but I was expecting this new cocktail prepared by Nichole based on a Manhattan creation in her secret way. Excellent! Until next time! read more

Our go-to place! The place we also take our out-of-town guests. The food is delicious! Fresh and locally sourced. Owner support local businesses and community. Menu changes so you never run out of choices. Friendly welcoming staff. Drinks are top shelf. They even make their own botanicals. They truly put their heart into this business! Foodies like me have been far and wide and know excellent food! read more

Excellent food & desserts, good service, fun events, great chef. Best to make a reservation on certain nights. Excellent mocktails! Hoping for more dairy free options in the future. read more

Hudson has free parking on Sundays! All glasses of wine are $5 on Sundays (including sparkling). Kind of a dungeon vibe to this place. Our server, Leah, was very nice and on top of our order. Ricotta dumplings - good but more like cheese curds than dumplings. Bologna Sandwich - good but tomato was hard and no flavor. Sea Scallop special - scallops were excellent but the corn mix underneath was not very flavorful and the tomatoes were not very good. This could be 5 star with a little work on flavor. Dessert selection could be a little broader too. read more

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We booked the Black Rooster Bistro for our daughter's engagement dinner. The food and service was fantastic! The Black Rooster isn't necessarily a "let's go out and grab a bite to eat" restaurant, but it's perfect for special occasions. We'd go here again in a heartbeat. read more

Cool atmosphere. The restaurant is in a basement, so it has a recluse feel. The menu is small, which hopefully means they can really focus in on some great dishes. I loved my fried chicken salad. The chicken was fried very well, and had a satisfying crunch. I also liked my drink, and it was a recommendation from the server. The service was helpful. I was with a large group, and most loved their dish. The only negative was the fried walleye which was too "fishy". read more

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Outstanding restaurant. Superb food. The selections are wonderful. Great combinations and their specials go quickly, so get there early. They take reservations which is great. Service is outstanding, treating guests like family. They never disappoint. Don't miss visiting this restaurant while you are in town! read more

Food and hospitality were great! Would definitely recommend. Was by myself for a work trip and the bartender was friendly. Dumplings had a ton of flavors that balanced each other well. Chicken dish was simple yet rich. The bread pudding that came with the roast chicken was like slightly thicker thanksgiving stuffing. Almost makes me wish that roast chicken dish was the traditional thanksgiving meal vs turkey. It was perfect. :) read more

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This was by far my favorite restaurant experience on my work trip to Hammond. There are two entrances - both downstairs in an office building. The dining area is quaint and charming. The service was friendly and quick. The drink menu looked creative and fun. But the food stole the show. The food was SO GOOD. The tartare is probably one of the best I have ever had - it is lemony and capery and melt in your mouth incredible. The duck breast was cooked to perfection with crispy skin and perfectly tender meat. I don't even like peas and the sauce was so good I ate most of them anyways. 10/10 will be back next trip. Bonus: My co-worker is keto and was able to find something delicious without much modification and left happy. read more

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This is our favorite spot in Hudson. Between the amazing food, divine service, tv-less and date-like atmosphere, you can't beat it in Hudson (or even surrounding area). The owners are incredible and philanthropic, very in-tune with the local culture and community. This is our regular spot to bring friends, family, and loved ones. read more

Talented chef from St Paul Grill, Rick has opened Black Rooster Bistro with smashing success. Never has he seemed so happy, and the food reflects. We started with the amazing Ricotta Dumplings (check out the story on their website). Fluffy and light - IMO the perfect start. Also ordered panzanella spring salad (burrata + veggies). Our entree dishes were true delight. Fettuccini made in house. The honey chili sauce with the pork was phenomenal. We loved our dinner. Great service. Great food. Can't ask for much more. Easy parking. Takes reservations. Clean bathrooms. Highly recommend. read more

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Such a great place! We decided to try the Black Rooster for lunch today and we loved it. We started with a couple of fun cocktails, tried the ricotta wontons and dirty fries off the bar bites menu and then shared a bistro burger. The patty is made of bacon and beef and it's delicious. Definitely one of my favorite Hudson burgers. Looking forward to going back and trying more! read more

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I'm not one to complain, but this simply pushed me over the edge. Do NOT order the New York strip steak. I've never had such a flat tasting steak with so much fat ever! Had them replace the steak to which the second round portion was much smaller, still fatty, and simple no flavor. I've purchased better steaks at Aldi or Festival foods which out shine the steaks here at a 1/3 of the price. Order the pork chop, chicken breast, or scallops instead as you won't be disappointed. Their old fashion and custom drinks were awesome. read more

Gallo Nero! Scallops with cilantro rice and curry was amazing! Great bartenders with a cool hip vibe! Highly recommend! read more

Black Rooster Bistro - Gallo Nero. Went here based on a Yelp search! Amazing bartenders, cool hop vibe! Scallops, cilantro rice and curry ! Highly recommend! - Wine Bars Near Me - Hudson, Wisconsin

Black Rooster Bistro is worth the drive from the cities East or West! We had the opportunity to visit twice during a recent visit to Hudson and loved every dish. For starters the dumplings are exceptional as well as the pork belly and Scotch Egg. The Scotch Egg was the best I've ever tasted. The yolk runs as you cut into it and mixes perfectly with the chef prepared sauce! For entrees we tried the pork sandwich, bologna sandwich as well as the duck and chicken entrees. All cooked perfectly and the sides paired perfectly. Can't say enough about this restaurant and the exceptional team! read more

Great curated menu and service! The menu is well crafted with choiceful fusion additions. The cocktails are worth a try. read more

We ventured away from our usual aniversary spot to try something new. Everything seemed promising from reading reviews. Parking was easier than I anticipated for a Saturday afternoon/evening in Hudson. When we entered, the vibe seemed good, but the place was nearly empty. At the end of my review, I will give my opinion as to why it's empty. The staff was friendly and helpful, and we probably should have stuck a little closer to the server's recommendations. We started off with milk braised pork belly, which is said to be a popular appetizer. It was tasty, but very small for the price. My wife ordered the pan fried walleye. It was good, but nothing special. I had the schnitzel sandwich. It was so-so. I've eaten schnitzel in Germany, and thought it was dry. Same here, especially when paired with a pretzel bun. I get the "german style" pairing, but it was chewy and dry. Keep in mind, this was not recommended by our server. We finished with vanilla panna cotta. It was delicious, but not my style for a dessert. As far as drinks are concerned, the campfire old fashioned was spectacular! That could be very dangerous, as I could sip on that all day. I had an Oliphant Hefeweizen. Our server warned me that it was lacking citrus notes, and she was right. It was not a hefeweize that I would ever order again. They were also running a happy hour special on a tequila mule. Again, not something we would ever order again. So, why was Black Rooster lacking customers? In my humble opinion, they are reaching as far as the food is concerned. Our normal anniversary meal is at one of the premier restaurants in downtown St. Paul. The price is the same, but the food is not as good at Black Rooster. I think this place would flourish with a simpler, less "gourmet" menu, and lower prices. At the end of the day, it was ok, but I cannot imagine myself returning. read more

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Food is amazing! Chef builds each plate with unfolding flavors Service is amazing! Ambience is the best in the area! Have Eaten here several times and it gets better each time! A must visit if you're in the area!!! read more

Have been to Black Rooster Bistro twice and both times the food was excellent! High praise for the lamb- but everything was exceptional. Service top notch and we loved the desserts read more

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First time trying the 4 month old Black Rooster Bistro. The dyed in the wool supporters of the previous establishment will be harder to turn than us. The previous establishment was there for at least 40 years and served food from a European country. Both factors added to the loyalty. Change it up, mix it up, try something new. We did and we liked it. The decor is cool and modern. The coolness comes somewhat from the subterranean location but it felt fresh and clean. The Chardonnay was a California - 10 Span Vineyards. I asked because it was delicious but I'm no wine snob. Himself had a gin and tonic. He ordered a special - Argentinian shrimp and grits, he enjoyed it. I wasn't hungry so I got the mushroom soup and it was delicious! I was curious about the ricotta dumpling, there were three and I ate two. The panna cotta was outstanding; fresh berries and a creamy texture. We'll be back with friends and family. Support local - this establishment does! We got there at 4:00 pm and by the time we left about 5:00; the place was getting crowded. read more

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Ordered a Bistro Burger to go. Prepared quickly. Got it home and devoured it. Delicious!! Then noticed the little hand written note inside the to go box. We did enjoy!! read more

Black Rooster Bistro - Wine Bars Near Me - Hudson, Wisconsin

Definitely going back! We have heard amazing things about Black Rooster and got to sample it on Hudson Food Walk and made it back last night. Just me and my partner, started off with classic mushroom soup which they nailed, enjoyed Ricotta Dumplings, deep fried and nice and light, then shared the burger which was scrumptious with perfect fries. Ended with sweet corn panna cotta with fig jam and salted popcorn (you read that right) and was a perfect end to a delicious meal! Plus we learned it was created by a 19yr old kitchen staff...wow, such you g talent! I personally didn't love the s'mores old fashion but many do! looking forward to our next visit. Service was spot on as well! read more

First time here since change in ownership. Was a great experience. It's a Saturday evening & had no resies. Co-owner gave us a booth on our request w/o question. Ok- was it super busy? No... but they have an uphill battle with the previous beloved local restaurant plus with beautiful weather, everyone likes the "deck" experience ... their in the lower level. But I don't care! Server, Cassandra, was awesome. Knowledgeable about all items on menu and made the experience better than expected. Very friendly and respectfully attentive. Started with drinks- Campfire Old Fashioned and Thank You Berry Much; both were a treat! Shared the Ricotta Dumplings (with Spring Vegetables) which were light as a feather and so creamy. The mushroom, peas, fennel and asparagus combination with the herb dressing along w/dumplings made it worth getting again in the future (if on the menu!) For supper, husband had Schnitzel sandwich (out of memories from prior owner); was good but just not the same. But they accommodated his request about different bread w/o question. A little more well done but was still good. I had the Bistro burger, it is a super deceiving burger... looked really small at first but appeared to be a double patty of meaty goodness- the locally sourced bacon+beef mix is fantastic. Could taste the bacon but wasn't overwhelming. At first I thought it was overdone but I was wrong- was quite tender and very good. If making the trip to Hudson from North Metro Minneapolis again, would definitely come back again! Kudos to the new owners! Keep forging ahead! read more

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We had another lovely meal at Black Rooster Bistro tonight. It has become our favorite "special occasion" restaurant in the area. Tonight's prix fixe menu was superb. The portions are just right and the kitchen clearly knows their craft. The wait staff is attentive without hovering and the underground grotto ambiance adds to a lovely evening. read more

Love this place. The food was excellent. We had the pork tenderloin and the pan seared chicken along with the mushroom soup which was to die for and a salad like I've never had before. It was incredible and bartenders were exceptional. Not too loud music just right. read more

We love this place! The food, service, value, all are great, never disappointed! Best thing in Hudson!

Stopped here on a whim on our way through Hudson and couldn't be happier that we did! Amazing atmosphere with dark wood, low ceilings. All of the food is made from scratch in house and was delish! We had the ricotta dumplings, roast duck, pork chop (perfect for fall weather) and apple strudel. The staff was beyond gracious and clearly happier to be there, refreshing! We will be back! read more

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Very nice ambiance with low lights in a basement.... A chef driven menu with something for everyone.... Our waitress was tops and the libations from the bar were spot on.. my dining mate had the lamb and said it was phenomenal.. I ordered a pan fried walleye.. the fish was prepared well but could have used more sauce. I might choose to come back to try a pasta dish. I wanted the kitchen to switch out my side of mashed potatoes but the chef was unwilling. Since I don't eat meat I ordered the fish.... I paid the full price to eat a good but smaller portion of fish with no side. What happened to pleasing the patron. Anything besides potatoes would if worked for me. I eat at fine dining establishments and have always been able to have the chef recommend something else. Potatoes don't agree with me. So 3 stars for the uncaring chef. The desert was pretty good. Overall a nice place for a date night or meeting with friends. read more

Service was wonderful and the cocktails blew us away. We loved the cozy, date night ambience- it was perfect for our first night in Hudson.

The Black Rooster Bistro is a hidden gem that I discovered on a Sunday afternoon. Walking in feels like entering a clean and sophisticated speakeasy. Our waitress, Nicole, was amazing--she guided us through the menu and explained the specials, highlighting how they source their ingredients locally. The standout was definitely the food. I've never had anything for $15 that tasted as good as the crusted pork chop with rosemary sauce I ordered (special number two). The sauce was so good I could have drunk it! I highly recommend dining at The Black Rooster Bistro if you're in Hudson, Wisconsin. The chefs clearly know what they're doing! read more