I recently had the pleasure of dining at this fantastic restaurant, and I can't say enough about the wonderful atmosphere. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted by a warm, inviting ambiance that perfectly blends modern elegance with cozy charm. The tasteful decor and soft lighting create an ideal backdrop for a relaxed dinner, whether you're out with friends or enjoying a romantic evening. The staff was genuinely friendly, attentive without being intrusive, making the entire dining experience feel special. The menu is a delightful mix of unique and innovative dishes that truly stand out. Each item is expertly prepared, showcasing a range of flavors that are both exciting and comforting. It's rare to find a place where every bite leaves you wanting more. I can't wait to return and explore more of their offerings. Overall, this restaurant is a gem that deserves a visit for its exceptional service and memorable culinary experience. read more

Eldr+Rime - Thai noodles with Salmon - New American Near Me - Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

We visited this restaurant before when the hotel first opened, so we were excited to try it again visiting family over the holiday. Overall, I would give this experience 3.5 / 5 stars . The vegan options were pretty limited compared to last time, but I was able to try the hummus. Unfortunately, I found what appeared to be bacon mixed in with the Brussel sprouts, so I wasn't able to eat that. I didn't see that listed on the menu. Otherwise, I would've chose something else. Loved the smokiness in the hummus and the other roasted veggies. To drink, I had the Eldr Rummer. It was good and I appreciated the presentation of the flame on top. It was exactly the tropical drink you would expect. Ambiance - I like that they kept with modern wood feel with the plants. Very nice mixed in with leather and wooden seating. Service - our server was wonderful! She was holding it down for the entire restaurant. read more

Eldr+Rime - Hummus - New American Near Me - Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

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Came on a Friday night for a Galentines Day dinner and the vibes were perfection. My mock tail was great, perfectly tangy with a hint of sweet. The food was also really good quality. The service was quick, but at the same time paste appropriately where we didn't feel rushed. I would definitely come back to try some different items. read more

Eldr+Rime - New American Near Me - Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

E&R is located inside the Renaissance hotel and is perfect for dining in after a long workday. The menu isn't extensive but everything is really good: the sliders, the shrimp skewers, the elote (corn on the cob), breakfast tacos, the pork schnitzel. Portions are generous and everything has a great flavor. Service was friendly but typically slow every time I visited, probably due to a staffing shortage. This was the only downside to E&R. Overall, though, beautiful decor, ambiance, and food. Worth visiting! read more

Eldr+Rime - Pork schnitzel - New American Near Me - Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

We went here on a whim after shopping at the mall and we are SO glad we did! This space is an elevated feel with a menu to match. Our server was very kind and helpful when picking our items to order off of the menu. We will definetly be back especially since we can't stop thinking about the fig flatbread! read more

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Everything was spot on. We were there Friday night before the crowd. We were seated in a booth that was so cozy. Olivia was an attentive waitperson and very personable. We started with the lobster bisque. Mmmm, spicy, creamy, with lobster meat you could scoop onto your spoon! My halibut dinner was so original and delicious. My husband really enjoyed his perfectly wood-fired strip steak. Our desserts were decadent. Vanilla creme brûlée and flourless chocolate cake that I will dream about. Our hats are off to all involved- Olivia, the chef and the pastry chef, bravo!!! Thank you for a memorable evening. read more

Located adjacent to Renaissance Milwaukee West hotel. It was a convenient and relaxing option for dining. We enjoyed breakfast, brunch, dinner and evening cocktails. Service was great from Collette during our brunch visit with her bubbly personality and knowledgeable about Milwaukee. She elevated our dining experience. read more

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Dinner for 4 at 6pm on a Thursday. Oysters on the half shell were delicious. Kung Fu Girl riesling was 1/2 price but pricey at $27.50. Entrees included two specials that night and two seafood dishes. Alaskan halibut was slightly dry but sea bass was great. Braised short rib melted in the mouth. Served atop mashed potatoes, broccolini and au jus. Lavender lemonade was refreshing but April spritz needed a bit more proseco. Our server, Emily, was very sweet and easily offered side options and addressed any issues quickly and with a smile. Outdoor combo on Thursday evening will warrant a patio return in the future. Overall, a very pleasant enjoyable experience. read more

Eldr+Rime - New American Near Me - Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

The restaurant is gorgeous with nice open windows. Our waiter was attentive and friendly. The pizza was good the truffles and mushrooms paired well. I do wish it had more cheese. The side of mac n cheese was good I'm typically not a fan of breadcrumbs but it added a nice texture and taste. I cannot remember the name of my drink (pictured with a cherry) but I wasn't the biggest fan, had lots of ice. My friend had the lavender lemonade which she said was really good!! So much so that she wanted to order another. read more

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First time here for brunch and it was very good! Our server Colette was amazing so have to give a shoutout! We started with a flight to share and the cinnamon roll. The mimosas were both stunning to look at and amazing taste. That cinnamon roll is on a whole other level! We ordered eggs Benedict- I had the pork and it was really good! Lots of flavor. The breakfast potatoes were perfectly seasoned. read more

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I had a terrible experience at this restaurant. We celebrated my friends 21st birthday here for brunch and we were treated so poorly. It took us more than an hour for us to get our food. The service was slow and in waiting two of my friends fell asleep ( I know it was inappropriate) but we hadn't noticed until the server came over and told us that the manager, marina was about to call the cops on us because of it. We were a large party (about 12 people) and the bill was well over $800. It was kind of unfortunate because we were also a group of black individuals so it also felt as if we were being racially profiled. I don't think I will be back to this restaurant again, but I hope that they treat other groups better than they treated us. If I could give this restaurant a negative rating, I would read more

Eldr+Rime - New American Near Me - Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

Great place to get a beautifully cooked steak before flying out. Very open floor plan. And excellent staff & service. Would return! read more

Eldr+Rime - Surf n turf. - New American Near Me - Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

Awesome! Great FRESH food. I'm staying at the hotel and so this seemed like a great option to not leave and eat good. The restaurant is attached to the hotel, has lots of (fake) plants that really look real and give a forest feeling. Everything is clean and the staff is attentive. I got oysters (raw) and the tuna tartar. Like WOW! The oysters were good but did have the east coast more "salty" taste than west coast ones have. The size and growth was excellent though. The tuna tartar was pretty exceptional. Very great quality tuna without a doubt. My only iffy on this was (and I love seaweed) was that the seaweed middle was a bit over salty/ powering. I didn't scrape some out. Typically I'd just eat this but tried the fried chips that came with it and they were PERFECT! They were light, and crispy and in no way took away from the tuna or avocado. 100% would order again, just I'd ask to be light on the seaweed middle. read more

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Eldr + Rime is fantastic! They have such a good happy hour oyster special and their food is so great! The outdoor patio space is also very cute and aesthetic. read more

The design, aesthetic, and staff were excellent. Very welcoming, clean, elevated and comfortable. The Smoked trout + whitefish dip was good with house made chips, pickles, onions, etc. Perhaps a more open plating of this starter would make sharing easier. The caramelized brussels sprouts were a miss due to being undercooked (browned exterior, hard interior, too much pork belly). Wild alaskan halibut was good with nice level of spice. Quartered chicken was decent but with undercooked/hard broccolini. Not quite Lupi & Iris or Ca Luchenza level but would recommend Eldr + Rime. 3.75 stars. read more

Food choices - amazing Wait staff, Leilani - amazing Location - amazing Restaurant vibe - amazing Please give it a try. It's located adjacent to the Renaissance Hotel in Wauwatosa (Milwaukee), WI. read more

Eldr+Rime - BBQ Pork Belly Benny with fingerling potatoes. - New American Near Me - Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

Service was very slow. Waited 20 minutes for cocktails to get to the table. And long time for the food to come.

Came here for happy hour and I think I was looking at an old HH menu that had a lottt more options in terms of food. When we went, the only offerings were half off oysters and then drink specials. Ended up deciding to just eat dinner as well at the bar. Overall, service was slow (had to get the bartenders attention multiple times) and the dishes were overpriced and underwhelming. The interior is incredibly beautiful and elegant and has all the looks of a nicer upscale restaurant with the prices to reflect that but the quality doesn't match up to the surface. We got a half dozen oysters, which were good but comparable to places that aren't as fancy and a Filet Oskar which... the king crab completely overshadowed (flavor wise and physically) the filet. We ordered it medium rare and it came out bordering medium well and was dry and tough to chew. The king crab, asparagus and bearnaise sauce were absolutely delicious though. smoked whitefish trout dip was super yummy and would recommend. The menu also had said that they offered free house focaccia bread which at most restaurants, the server will ask if you want any bread but here we had to ask which I also found odd. I really want to like this place because it looks nice and is so close to me but this was my second time here and still am rather unsure. read more

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I stayed the night at the hotel and got a breakfast ticket for the restaurant. Although the menu was small, the items were all perfect. I got the breakfast tacos, and they were delicious. The eggs were cooked perfectly. The chorizo was flavorful, and the sauce on the side added a fantastic extra touch. The breakfast tacos came with a potato chorizo scramble, avocado, pickled jalapeno, crema, and salsa. I didn't end up using the salsa, but the crema was just enough. read more

Eldr+Rime - Breakfast tacos - New American Near Me - Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

Very lovely restaurant attached to the Renaissance. The pros: -their cinnamon roll was divine. Cooked in a cast iron skillet, the best part was the outside with the caramelized cinnamon sugar. Yum! - great fresh OJ - lovely server Alyssia-- shout out to her! (And sorry if I spelled her name incorrectly!) The cons: - the coffee wasn't great. We ordered the cold brew which was prepared way too sweet for me. The macchiato that was ordered came out as a straight up latte in a large mug. - the breakfast tacos needed more spice. Not necessarily heat, but more spices for flavor. I was surprised they were so empty for brunch time. But they were overall pretty good! read more

My girlfriend and I went here for lunch on Friday, November 25 at 12:30 PM. Is located inside the Radisson Hotel, beautiful decor, the openness of the restaurant & space is very nice. I was seated right away by the hostess and later, when my party came, the waitress, came over to take our drink orders. We ordered the Charcuterie board, salad (which was small portion for the price) and pesto chicken sandwich with a side of ranch. Everything was good, but my fries were overcooked and was a little disappointed with the fries, since it was only a few people in the restaurant and not busy at all. Overall, my sandwich salad and charcuterie board was good and the drink my friend ordered. She said it was good as well. Suggestion, I am not certain if they have happy hour, if not for them to have happy hour specials on drinks, appetizers and lunch specials. read more

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Only been here once, but the food was truly wonderful. Need to go back again sometime soon! read more

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The food was the only truly great part of our experience at Eldr Rime. I ordered the short rib, which was absolutely mouth-watering and easily the highlight of the meal. It was served on a bed of Nordic mashed potatoes with grilled broccoli, caramelized Brussels sprouts, and pork belly--everything on the plate was executed very well and full of flavor. Unfortunately, the service was horrible and completely detracted from the dining experience. Our server forgot about us multiple times, and we had to repeatedly remind her of basic things we needed. We were never offered the complimentary bread basket, were not informed of any specials, and the drinks were disappointing--lacking flavor, poorly made, and even served in the wrong glasses. For a restaurant with this much hype, the service and drink program simply did not meet expectations. While the food was excellent, the overall experience was not worth the price or the reputation. This is the kind of place that risks fading away--much like the Vikings--if the service issues aren't addressed. I'm not sure we will return. read more

Very good food and drinks. Don't always expect that from a hotel restaurant, but the service and food was on point. read more

Eldr+Rime - New American Near Me - Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

We've gone for brunch service twice now and it is one of the better brunch restaurants for their price point. I really like their cold brew Negroni and my partner likes to get their espresso martini with tequila - both really flavorful, and pack a punch. Out of all of their starters their tuna tartare is the star of the show. We recently went for her birthday, and we ordered a copious amount of the tuna tartare. I really like their short rib hash. The only thing I would change is maybe asking for the potatoes on the side instead of within the beef and egg, it gets a little too runny/soupy for my liking. It is attached to the hotel there so it is really nice and interior and seating area and usually pretty open for folks too. Finding a reservation to accommodate a larger party was very easy as well. read more

Located in the Renaissance Hotel, Elder + Rime is an inconspicuous restaurant; the perfect spot to enjoy a romantic date night or elegantly crafted nightcap. Highlights include gorgeous trees and greenery which divide the dining space from the bar, an open and visible kitchen/back of house, sleek Scandinavian design and a drink menu to end all drink menus. We dined here for Valentine's Day, which was our first time at the restaurant. The dim lighting with wooden furniture made for a cozy vibe - ideal for the occasion. On Valentine's Day there was a special prix fixe menu for couples, or you could order off the a la carte menu. The a la carte menu is the typical menu available. We ordered off the a la carte menu because they had several vegetarian options that we wanted to try. Each dish we ordered was delicious, bursting with flavor and well plated. We especially liked the Brussel sprouts with pork belly and the fig and prosciutto flatbread. We had both of these dishes served with the meat on the side. A popular drink is the Reyker Old Fashioned ($16) which is a smoky cocktail. Our favorite cocktail was the Maple Leaf. There is also an extensive wine list and awesome mocktail menu including kombucha on the menu. If you plan to eat here during an event like Valentine's weekend, we recommend you make a reservation in advance - the place was very busy by 5pm on a Saturday on Valentine's Day weekend. The hostess was friendly and efficient. Our waitress was kind but made us feel rushed. Overall we're fans of Elder + Rime and will be back! Bonus - there is ample, free parking available. read more

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This is the restaurant within the Renaissance Milwaukee West Hotel that offers room service and table service. I went down for breakfast twice while staying in the hotel. My waitress was friendly and gave me tips on the restaurant's most popular items. The menu offers some eclectic options, some I would never think of for breakfast. The prices went from reasonable to slightly outrageous depending on the item. I ordered the short rib hash, which had succulent pieces of beef short rib, topped with crispy fingerling potatoes, pickled sweet chili peppers, charred pearl onions, and a sunny side-up egg. It was such a flavor combination of savory, sweet, crispy, and smooth. The next morning I ordered the Asiago Bagel Sammy, which was bagel sandwich with applewood smoked bacon, sautéed onions, a fried egg, and jalapeño cream cheese. It came with fingerling potatoes, so the entire meal was a carbohydrate overload but still the perfect protein meal to start the day. If you need a bite to eat, check out Eldr + Rime. read more

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I was there with about 14 people. Everyone came away, very satisfied and happy with the service and the food with generous portions! The service was great, and staff was very professional and gracious. read more

I absolutely love this place! Very beautiful setting, nice restaurant to get cute and go on a date or have a girls dinner to catch up. Food is amazing and service is usually prompt. The times I have went I did not need to wait to be seated. I think it's a hidden gem. My go to spot to catch up with a gal pal or a date with my partner. read more

Had the Valentine's Day prefixe menu and it certainly was well worth it! I would definitely come back to this place for the amazing food alone. The vibe is super nice and relaxing and wasn't too loud either. They had a life band playing (not my thing) but wasn't too distracting read more

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TL:DR; go for drinks, food is good but expect slow service and if there are mistakes (bound to be) customer service isn't good to fix problems. If you're going here just for the bar, the drinks were delicious and my party had a few different ones and they were all good. Arriving the ambiance was nice, fake trees, date night feel or even big group intimate vibes. Service was slow and frankly subpar. That impacted the food. Food was delicious when we got it. However, because service was so slow it means there's no room for mistakes, which there were on our entrees and after such slow service (and a waitress that we couldn't find for 10 mins to fix the rubber tire of a steak) we left. My entree was also luke warm. Meaning they overcooked one and while that was cooking away left my entree on the heating lamps. Then there were mistakes with the bill and once again was hard to find our waitress and the manager wasn't very helpful either. Won't be back. read more

Had reservations for a graduation party here at Eldr+Rime. We checked in with the manager and he had our table set up for a party of seven. The manager was friendly and took care of a few requests we had (table and bathroom issues). He was great. Our server was friendly and took our orders. I just wish she would have asked how everything was. Overall the presentation of all the food was great. Two of us had the King Crab Benedict ($25). This consists of king crab, poached eggs, asparagus, an English muffin topped with hollandaise and to drink I had their Mimosa (which I didn't realize was also $25 and is probably just 2oz of Cava). Although the service was good, in all honesty, I would not come here again. The amount of King Crab on the Benedict must have been about half of an ounce. It was not even visible. Anyone who eats Eggs Benedict knows that poached eggs should be runny, but the Eggs Benedict here is overcooked as you can see in the pictures. Spending $50 on Eggs Benedict and a Mimosa one would expect their chef to do better with quality control. As someone who once was a kitchen manager, I'd never send out overcooked eggs. One of our family members had their Glazed Faroe Island Salmon ($32) with charred broccolini, tomato jam, crispy leeks, and bourbon glaze. As you can see in the picture, the salmon is actually burnt, and honestly, for this price, it would not hurt to give more than 3 stems of broccolini, considering this is a 4oz piece of salmon. However, for someone who ordered a salad with salmon, their salmon was cooked just right. On a positive note. Their sourdough bread was really good. [Review #682] (6th Review of 2023) read more

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I suck at remembering to take pictures. But at least I got the oysters! (The best part!) Super crispy breadcrumbs and cheese with a spicy sauce and charred lemon. Perfect way to eat an oyster. I also tried the beet salad and I've had it before, but this time it was a little too acidic. Maybe they added too much dressing but it was just a little over powering. I also had their lavender gimlet which was amazing! Their cocktail list was beautiful with tons of choices. Very fragrant and unique. My mom had the sangria which was incredible. Would recommend for happy hour for sure. Next time I want to try something off their regular dinner menu as well! Awesome vibe. read more

Eldr+Rime - New American Near Me - Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

This is a really good place. I think I've eaten here three times so far and haven't been disappointed. It's easy to book because there isn't a lot of traffic here. It's upscale in an area that is on the edge of middle class. And, it is set in a hotel on the parking lot of the only mall left standing. However, the ambiance is excellent. Big, open space that never suffers from that loud MKE effect; you know, the groups of middle-aged people all laughing at everything everyone at their table says in deafening volumes. Eldr + Rime is about the experience. And, it is good. The kitchen produces really great dishes. I had the butternut squash soup. It was flavorful with dashes of creme fresh and seeds. The grilled asparagus was made to perfection. And even the Mac and cheese had been elevated. My father had the shrimp cocktail and an 8 oz. filet. He seemed pretty content, though did comment the steak was really tasty but tough to cut. So, with all that being said, good is where Eldr + Rime lands. Better than most MKE high-end joints but not on the world-class scale. read more

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We came here for brunch, and I had to work later in the day so I wasn't able to drink, however I'd love to come back for their bottomless mimosas ($20). To drink, I got a cinnamon latte with oat milk, and my boyfriend had a cold brew. The latte had good flavor but was overall a bit too sweet for me. No complaints about the cold brew. As far as food goes, I had the king crab Benedict--awesome flavor! I usually have hot sauce with my eggs however this one was better off without. Portion size was huge--I could have easily split this with someone and still have leftovers. He got the steak and eggs, and said the steak was good except for a piece on the end. Overall very satisfied with food, drinks and service and will come back. read more

Eldr+Rime - King crab Benedict - New American Near Me - Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

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A big shoutout to the bartender Chris. Not only was he super friendly but he also served up a great drink. Food was excellent too! Will be back for sure! read more

Kind welcoming & beautiful atmosphere. Variety of seating and comfortable. Food was amazing (a bit pricey) we shared: Swedish sliders, Brie arugula flatbread & Brussel sprouts. They were prepared well and the flavor was amazing. Would recommend restaurant serves breakfast lunch and dinner read more

Great dining experience at Eldr+Rime for a birthday celebration. Easy to make a reservation in advance! We enjoyed the variety on the menu and the flavor packed portions. Highly recommend the Tuna Tartare starter. Our server stopped by frequently to check in, refill waters, and serve food. The Eldr+Rime team went out of their way to give our birthday guest a candle and free dessert! Recommending this place for a catch up with friends, dinner date, or family dinner. read more

Eldr+Rime - Oysters - New American Near Me - Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

Today we went to the bar to get Bloody Mary's, We waited over 5 minutes to be acknowledged. Our bartender saved our visit, he was very upbeat and friendly and conversed with us when he was not fixing drinks for the dining area. The bloody Mary was pretty good, there were a few minor issues that our bartender corrected. I would go back and give them a second chance. read more

Eldr+Rime - Bloody Mary - New American Near Me - Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

That miso halibut was such a beautiful dish. We were talking about it the next day. The flavor profile was just perfect. We had reservations but had gotten our eyebrows threaded across the street a little earlier than planned so stopped in to see if they could seat us earlier. They were pretty packed on a Saturday night so we sat at the bar which is full service. The bar tender took great care of us. We shared the shishito pepper appetizer, the kale crunch salad, and the halibut. It was all fantastic, the highlight clearly being the halibut and the Austin Hope cab. I will for sure be coming back. read more

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