Simply put...Onesto is amazing! A friend and I decided to try Onesto for the first time, during…read moreDowntown Dining Week, after YEARS of it being on both of our list! Upon the walk up, the patio transports you somewhere else. The interior is beautifully designed (loved the local artwork on the walls). The staff was phenomenal- from the hostess to our server (shoutout to Mars)! The food was amazing! I started with the bruschetta and I haven't had any this good since a certain Bayshore restaurant went out of business in 2019. In general I'm a huge fan of Benson's restaurants, especially when branzino is on the menu and Onesto's is the best I've had from their group! Drinks...between my friend and I, we probably had every spritz on the menu, in addition to a few others! Onesto is a must try and I will be back (many times), to make up for lost time!

Italian food is one of my favorite cuisines and I've heard about this restaurant by many foodies in…read morethe area, so I was eager to try it out! Came here on a date, and we ordered classic dishes that we love like the carbonara and bolognese pasta dishes. I tried both dishes and the carbonara was my favorite of the two, but honestly, both were not the best pasta dishes I've had at a restaurant - they were okay. We did get bread and salted butter and ordered a cup of creamy clam soup - which was delicious. I would consider the bread, soup, and cocktails the highlight of the meal. The service was great! We had a very attentive server that frequently checked in on our table and answered all of our questions. The dining area is absolutely beautiful and well lit - creating a relaxing and romantic atmosphere for our date night. While the pasta wasn't our favorite, the dining experience was still wonderful and we enjoyed the appetizers/small plates.

My spouse and I went to The Edison for dinner, and wow, were we impressed! While the main course…read morewas delicious, the appetizer and desserts were incredible - the lemon ricotta cheesecake and butterscotch custard were to die for. What really set the experience apart was the service. The hosts were friendly, and our server, Natalie, was absolutely incredible! She was knowledgeable, gave great suggestions, and was attentive. We will definitely be coming back when we're back in Milwaukee!

I'm not usually a fan of establishments that have an "everything" menu, meaning they don't…read morespecialize in 1 particular genre, but The Edison is the exception. The seasonal sangria was fresh tasting with forward notes of cherry. We started with the truffle cheese dip which was decadent. The pigs jb a blanket were nostalgic! The ahi aka yellowfin was served perfectly rare, the farro was such a great change up than the usual rice dishes. The pistachios were whole & a bit much, but they were easily omitted. The skillet cookie was the star of the show! Perfectly warm served with classic vanilla ice cream. We thoroughly enjoyed the service, our waitress was kind, knowledgeable, and did not make us feel rushed to order or leave while we were yapping. Looking forward to going back & trying more menu items!

Best cheese curds in town!…read more Oh my gosh, this place has the best cheese curds. They were super tasty, had a perfect crunch, and were oh so cheesy. The pork chop was also very good. Full of flavor. Cooked just right. The Brussels sprouts were charred which I like. We enjoyed their whiskey tasting. Of course they have miller on tap which is good. So many drink options to choose from! If you do a tasting, you get a whiskey glass to take home (at least May 2026). I ordered a Wisconsin old fashioned, and they made it taste so good! They offer it sweet (sprite), sour (squirt), or press (not so sweet, I'd say in the middle)? If nothing else, stop in for some cheese curds! This place has so much more to offer than the public market across the way. Don't skip out on this place! Im still dreaming of the Wisconsin old fashioned and those curds!! Most of their ingredients are from local vendors! Even better! That's why everything tastes fresh and good. Oh they have happy hour from 3:20-6:20.

My wife and I enjoyed our recent visit here on a Friday evening. Drinks at the bar were a good…read morestart, with a friendly team assisting us (Sami). The variety of crafted cocktails was good for pretty much all tastes, and the different Old Fashioned's (Wisconsin Bourbon best the top) hit. Charcuterie and cheese board was a great appetizer-with crostini and tasty mustard and jam. The crab cake appetizer was tasty as well.

Char'd is a Milwaukee favorite and no one that I've been with has ever been disappointed. I've been…read morehere when they've been short on staff, so had they gotten slammed the service would have suffered, but the servers are always troopers and even better. Food: The scallion pancake app is always fantastic. Cucumber kimchi is a great compliment. They have a surprising number of vegetarian options, all of which are more than good. The soju, Korean vodka, is a nice option. Last night we tried various cocktails, and they were better than expected. Nice take on the Manhattan with a ginger variety that's strong but less boozy than the usual Manhattan (the ingredients suggested this would be true). Top all the food off with elegant decor and a good atmosphere and you have a top MKE restaurant. The four star composite is too low.

Solid Choice! I…read morestumbled upon this place as my in laws were in town and wanted to try somewhere in third ward. They were pretty busy. I enjoyed their KFC wings as a starter. We also enjoyed some beef bulgogi which was pretty good. The overall service was solid as they handled the busy crowd. It can get a little hectic and loud if they are busy. Overall a solid place that I think is worth checking out.

I didn't know what to expect when coming here for the first time but was very pleasantly surprised…read morewith the quality and taste of the food. I had a bowl and it was delicious! We went during the day so it wasn't as crowded. Our servers were very nice. On the particular day I went, parking was a nightmare (the Third Ward can get busy!). I recommend carpooling or circling a few blocks.

Friday evening dinner rush and by the grace of God parking wasn't terrible AND we were sat right…read moreaway. We were greeted by amazing hosts and our server was attentive. The atmosphere and views are BEAUTIFUL! It's also a lot bigger inside than it looks outside. The ONLY thing I wasn't WOWd by was the food. Although very creative, a lot of our options lacked flavor (this could be what I personally ordered and may need to explore more) The salsa/guac appetizer were a bit disappointing- But The portions are huge- My tacos were à la carte and portion size were decent for the pricing of each taco. The drink menu has a bunch of flavors/options to explore and the Don Julio margarita flight did not disappoint.

Great service and they have a nice patio that is dog friendly for the summer…read more The bbq is great, I went during their BBQ week and tried the Pig Mac which was a bbq sandwich with Mac and cheese and it was delicious. Very filling though so I definitely didn't need an appetizer but I tried the burnt ends cheese dip which was very tasty, just don't expect a lot of burnt ends in the dip, they are very small pieces and just add to the flavor rather than adding to the texture. Drinks were really good too, overall I had a great experience!

My husband and I stopped in on a Friday night. It's a small cozy little location. We split the…read moresampler platter. I was happy to have many DF/GF options. Unfortunately, all of the meats besides the burnt ends were a bit dry. I loved all of the bbq sauces but hate that they were needed to drown out the meat. The pulled pork and burnt ends were the most flavorful and tender whereas the ribs, pulled chicken, and brisket were the driest. They are definitely not fall off the bone ribs. Service was good, pricing was fair, but I likely wouldn't return as there are better spots elsewhere.

Went here for the first time. Sat outside and enjoyed every minute. Service was good, food was hot…read moreand prices were average. The burger was outstanding and my turkey pesto sandwich was a hit! We will definitely be back.

Located in the Third Ward, to eat at this restaurant, street parking is available. The seating area…read moreis very nice and love that they have an outdoor area, too. The servers are very friendly and helpful from my experience. I had the garlic bread and it was delicious! Although flavored well, it was a tad bit overcooked and too crunchy.

The food was phenomenal!! the drunken noddles, special pho, and the short ribs were amazing!…read moreamazing spot to hit if you want a friendly environment AND DELICIOUS comfort food! You also have to catch the monthly special! sushi tacos were a HIT!!!

This place is honestly so good, I cannot believe I haven't been coming here regularly. Everything…read moreon this menu is fire pork belly, drunken noodles, curry, egg rolls, dumplings! Such great Thai and Laotian food! It can get quite busy, but they're very efficient. The beers are also very unique!

I had the privilege of joining Saffron for a night taste testing their new spring menu and let me…read moretell you - it was insanelyyy delicious! Saffron remains one of my top 3 favorite restaurants in MKE I love so many things about it. The ambiance is spot on, moody, yet energetic. Their cocktails are always ahhhmazing. Each dish that comes out is somehow better than the last, there's not one thing on the menu that disappoints. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly, offering great recommendations when we are choosing between items. It's a great spot to go with a larger group so you can try lots of dishes! It's not impossible to get a reservation which I appreciate, but it's always booked/lively. The food presentation only enhances the experience, but the flavors and textures are really what make this menu shine. I cannot wait to go back in July with a group of friends (who have never been!) and try the whole menu! Bravo, Saffron, keep up the great work

Saffron - Milwaukee Tandoori chicken momos = LIFE CHANGING…read morefr Guava margarita was actually sooo good Butter chicken w saffron rice + garlic naan HITTTT 5/5 Loved the upscale vibes, service was amazing, and literally everything we got was good. The chili aioli with the momos??? yeah they ate with that innovation def pricier but worth it for a cute dinner/date night spot. Still thinking about those momos hours later. Check out the full review: @ratedbyaleena

WOW! That found was the best I've had in a really long time. We ordered the pork sichuan dumplings…read more- so flavorful! Then the smashed cucumbers that were light and tasty. They came with peanuts which I had never had before but LOVED the combo. Then we had the Dan Dan noodles which were meaty, and the peppers were spicy! I really liked the flavor, it had more curry in it than I expected. Finally we ended with the beef chow fun. It had these thick, delicious rice noodles YUM in still thinking about it. I think the dumplings and the beef chow fun were easily the best. This place has peanuts in most dishes I would stay away from here if you have an allergy. ALSO, portions are big here - the staff recommends sharing everything and I totally agree. The ambiance is very nice, it's lower lighting and is great for a dinner with your girlfriends or significant other. I loved the decorations! Our server was super nice and the food runners were super helpful! I will definitely be back again.

My friends from Madison and I have been dying to grab dinner here so it was a big deal when our…read moremany texts about "dinner at Dan Dan" left the group chat and became a Saturday night reality. I'll start with what we liked - the ambiance, the location in the historic Third Ward (although finding street parking close by can be tricky on a weekend), the service. Our server was friendly and knowledgeable about the menu which is always appreciated and makes for a better dining experience. When we arrived we had a reservation so it was nice to have zero wait time. We were led back to our table and ordered drinks. The non-alcoholic menu was slim on options but the options were creative. We were told dishes are made to be shared so we ordered a few bigger dishes and the kimchi pancakes. When the kimchi pancakes came out it was nice that they were deconstructed so you could build your own as you like. Kimchi can be an acquired taste so I personally liked being able to control how much I had in each bite. The other dishes were large. These are not shareable dishes- they are legt. main courses. The Mongolian beef was ok. It had a lot of vegetables and color which was nice. The Mapo Tofu dish was a let down. It kills me to say that but it tasted funky. It was a strange flavor and not a good one. On the menu, this dish has three chili peppers next to it which the server told us indicated that it is one of the spiciest dishes on the menu. It had zero heat and zero spice. I asked for some chili crunch to add on top which I also thought fell flat on flavors. The flavors all around just weren't jiving for me. And there was fresh cilantro (maybe?) on top which did not help the situation. In hindsight the Top Chef coverage of Dan Dan and hype in the local media made us think every dish here was going to be amazing and unfortunately we didn't think so. I don't need to return any time soon.