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    Paul S.

    The ambiance was just fantastic. From the moment we walked door we felt comfortable and at home. Everything you could imagine was handled to perfection. The service was without a single flaw from start to finish. This will be our pre Christmas event every year moving forward. Ever single course of our mean was perfectly paired with a fabulous wine. And the food was incredible from start to finish. Unique flavors and perfect presentation made the evening wonderful. The post dinner tour was a must. We truly enjoyed getting to know the staff and the owner. Folks do not pass up the opportunity to have this experience. It's a must visit if you are in the area.

    Gorgeous evening for a meal!
    Chadrick J.

    So excited to share my recent experience at The Chefs Table with you. Let me tell you, it was an unparalleled culinary journey that left me absolutely speechless. The Chefs Table is truly a hidden gem, an experience unlike any other I've had before. What sets them apart is their unique approach - no advertisements, focusing on larger groups and special events. From the moment I stepped in, it felt like a home away from home. The highlight for me was being able to walk right into the kitchen and witness the magic happening up close and personal with the talented chefs. The bar service was impeccable, perfectly complementing the outstanding meal that was served to us. Each dish was specially curated and simply mind-blowing. The Chefs Table knows how to serve up the goods in the most exceptional way possible. Wine paired with every course also left our group yearning for more! After dinner they took us on the grand tour of the place showing us some of hidden nooks and crannies that make this place oh so special! I cannot recommend Chefs Table enough for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience. Trust me, you won't be disappointed!

    Steak with veg and polenta puree
    Kaylie P.

    Everything was done SO well at The Chef's Table for our private event. We chose to meet with Lisa prior to our event to curate the menu and see the space. She treated us like family and helped us to create the perfect menu. The space is so eclectic and special. Every dish was incredibly well balanced and creative. The wine pairings were fantastic and went perfectly with each dish. We were able to get drinks other than wine at the bar which were delicious. We couldn't have asked for a better experience!

    Pumpkin crème brûlée with house made ginger cookie. Stupendous!
    John M.

    This place is incredible. The food was top notch but the service and the whole expertise was just phenomenal. Steph provided the perfect amount of attention and conversation during happy hour and the restaurant tour, but gave us enough space during the meal to enjoy the food. Alex ran the show and did a masterful job of cooking and conversing, including details of all the ingredients and recipes. I've spent more money on service that wasn't anywhere near The Chefs Table. We will be back for sure!

    60's themed soda fountain
    Rob K.

    Wow what a gem of a restaurant! When you walk in you're greeted by a beautifully created dining area. The more you look the more wonderful eye catching creations you'll find. The owner has done a wonderful job creating a vibrant dining room full of treasures. Each course we had was better than the last. I was a part of a group, so didn't have the pleasure of choosing the menu. However, the chef put his best foot forward and created wonderful dishes and provided exceptionally paired wines for each course. After dinner we adjourned to the basement to find a wonderland of various themed rooms. I won't spoil the fun, just insist you make your way to the basement!!!

    Wine cellar
    Andrea F.

    My husband and I had a birthday dinner here and couldn't have enjoyed our experience more! The scheduling is a little different as you fill out a request and someone emails you back to discuss details but they were prompt and helpful. When you arrive there's no signage for the business but a door labeled entrance with a cool old school knocker. You're greeted at the door and shown to your provider area for the evening. Everything was fairly laid back and friendly and the staff checked in on us often. We had the five course meal that was absolutely fantastic. The food was incredible and the chef came down to introduce most of the courses and the wine pairings were explained as well. They explained that the chef has owned the building for 11 years and they have been open for 10 and they don't do any advertising so it speaks to itself that they're doing great business! Most definitely worth a special occasion.

    Strawberry rhubarb tart
    Jen W.

    We had the best time here for a celebratory girl's dinner at the end of residency! I think we were lucky to have a night with relatively few groups so we had the chance to experience multiple spaces. Immediately on walking in, we got to go behind the bookcase down to the speakeasy for a cocktail before our dinner. Alana, the bartender, was excellent and had great recommendations for our drinks which were all amazing. After our drinks, we were shown into the soda shop, where we had a beautiful charcuterie tray ready. We never felt rushed to sit down for dinner, and the entire staff made us feel very welcomed. The Chef de Cuisine introduced every course along with the sommelier introducing wine pairings and everything was beautifully choreographed. Course 1: Asparagus soup - beautiful, creamy, and paired with a lovely brut wine. I thought it was maybe a bit heavy for summer but the flavors were delicious. Course 2: salad with hydroponic greens, heirloom tomatoes, and feta cheese - fresh and light with a delicious vinaigrette, paired with a Sauvignon Blanc Course 3: shrimp with forbidden rice and a mole sauce, paired with a Pinot noir. This was probably my favorite dish! Lots of complex, unexpected flavors that melded together beautifully. Course 4: duck a'l'orange with Chardonnay. We were all getting a bit full at this point but the duck was so tender with a lovely light sauce, and the chardonnay balanced it beautifully. This was probably one of my favorite duck meals I've ever had. Course 5: strawberry rhubarb tart with lavender ice cream and crystallized ginger. I liked this but wasn't blown away - the rhubarb was a bit crunchy for me but I was also SO full at this point. At the end of our meal, the staff was so kind to offer to take some group photos and let us explore the wine cellar where a different couple had already had their meal. For a dinner in a basement, we were all blown away by the quality of service and decor - this is absolutely a meal to make you feel special and give you a chance to talk and connect with the people you're with. I cannot recommend this experience enough!

    Large dinning table
    Jessica J.

    Okay how COOL is the Chef's Table! I'd heard of its existence but not much about all it entails, so it was really great to attend a recently holiday event at this exclusive spot. I joined a group of about 30 for my husband's work event, and prior to going, we were made aware that there would be a coursed dinner and a scavenger hunt. You're thinking "how does a scavenger hunt work at a restaurant?" ... yep, I wondered the same. But wow do they pull out all the stops to make the interactive experience an enjoyable one! Upon arriving, my initial thought was how unique and beautiful the place was. There's a massive dinning table as the focal point of the room, beautifully set, and the wall behind it is absolutely covered in pots, pans, and kitchen utensils. Even the chandelier includes overhanging silverware! The decor throughout the room makes for a great atmosphere for sure. With drinks from the bar in hand, we were put into teams, handed a piece of paper with the scavenger hunt outline, and explained how the game worked. Basically, you work together to find clues around the venue. Oh, and when I say venue, that also includes the kitchen and decked out lower level with seemingly secret rooms and a second bar. We followed many clues and riddles and were completely entertained by the whole thing. After an hour of "hunting" the game came to a close and we all sat for dinner. I can't say enough about the delicious food prepared for us. From the pork and halibut to the sweet creme brûlée dessert, the flavors were fantastic. Shout out to this great establishment for hosting such a fun and memorable night for our group. I would absolutely recommend this spot to anyone looking for a unique night with a group of friends, family, or coworkers.

    Dustin Z.

    When we got engaged in October of 2020, we knew we wanted to have a small intimate wedding and be able to do it in a way we felt would be safe. The staff at The Chef's Table, including Chef David and Secily were very understanding of this and we arranged to have the entirety of our event in their outdoor courtyard. As we got closer to the event, we were fortunate to have all of our guests vaccinated from COVID-19 and were able to shift our dinner to be inside, an adjustment which the team at The Chef's Table were more than happy to make. On our big day, the staff was flexible, fun, engaging, helpful and kind to both us (the groom and bride) and all of our guests. The food was incredible and the memories are as amazing as we could have hoped for. Thank you all for making our special day feel special, comfortable and delightful.

    Cocktails, menu and charcuterie plate
    Michael M.

    What an interesting and unique place! My wife and I kept talking about how this would be the perfect location for a company party or a wedding reception. It is split up into multiple areas that really convey a sense of privacy. We ate in the soda shop (just the two of us, but it probably could have seated six) and it was like we were the only ones there - minus the occasional sounds from other groups elsewhere in the building. We even had our own personalized music - there was an Alexa unit that we could ask to play any kind of music we wanted. Service was very good and the wine pairings with dinner were exceptional - the wine went so well with the various courses. Great job there. Also really loved the explanation of the dishes and the pairings that came with each course. Unfortunately, the food itself was a bit of a mixed bag... First course was a sunchoke soup with sunchoke chips and a very generous serving of shaved truffles on top. It was decadent and fantastic and really raised our expectations for the dishes to come. The second course, however, was a bit of a letdown. It was a salad that was actually very good, but the smoked trout that I'm sure was intended to elevate the dish really just overpowered it. I was still tasting smoked trout a couple of hours later on the drive home. The next dish was much better. It was a pasta course with crispy mushrooms and prosciutto and pine nuts in a really good pomodoro sauce - and topped with Asiago cheese. Really tasty dish! The biggest disappointment of the night, though, was what should have been the star - short ribs with risotto. The risotto was terrific, very creamy and flavorful. There's no way to describe the short ribs, however, other than... tough. Amy commented that she'd never had short ribs that she had to saw through. Our experience has been that properly cooked short ribs are fall apart tender and we've never needed more than a fork for them. These, however, could definitely have used a steak knife. The chef had explained the days-long cooking process for this dish; marinating for so many hours, then hours of braising and finally more hours of sous vide cooking. Something somewhere must have gone wrong on this occasion, though. I can't imagine how the meat could have gone through that treatment without being incredibly tender - but it most definitely wasn't. Neither of us finished this dish - or really had any interest in taking it home with us when asked. The evening did end on a high note, however, with dessert. It was a salted caramel crème brulee and was delicious - sweet, creamy, with a great crust of caramelized sugar. Overall, I have to think that the short rib dish was just an outlier that, 99 times out of 100, would have been as good as the description of it made it sound. Still, it was such a letdown that I really can't give the Chef's Table the five stars that every other aspect of the evening deserves.

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    Lori L.

    Did you know this place existed? Hopefully after I write this review you will know about it and make your reservations ASAP. A friend treated us for the molecular gastronomy dinner (fancy for playing with chemicals and food). It was a Thursday evening so it was a small group - only 8 of us total so we definitely got a hands on experience. First, you can make sure any food allergies or special diets are accommodated prior to the event. We had some nut allergies and opted for a lower carb dinner. Starting out you are greeted by a special cocktail with some appetizers prior to the meal. The cocktails are very unique and creative. Ours used a special tea that turns into a beautiful blue color in the cocktail....absolutely delicious. Next you are invited into the kitchen wearing your apron because you will be cooking a bit Dana who has worked at Michelin rated restaurants will be your guide through the evening along with her staff. You can get as involved as you would like or simply watch - we chose to get our hands dirty. We used techniques like spherification, foams, reverse spherification and other techniques that were heavy on the xantham gum, agar agar, and other ingredients. We used sous vide which is a technique I adore. Many different ways of using molecular gastronomy which was cool. Dana is very down-to-earth and really is a joy to cook along side. She makes the experience a blast along with her team. After you cook you get to plate your own dishes for each course. The team will serve and pair the courses with different wines and cocktails. Some people had pretty plating while others could definitely use some help! All in we cooked three courses which was very filling. You have the option of taking home your leftovers because it is difficult to eat everything. I highly recommend this for a friend group outing or a work event. Trust me you won't be disappointed!!!!

    Linda B.

    Wasn't sure what to expect at this private dining wine dinner. Everyone was greeted at the door. Unsure if that was due to Covid or just hospitality. We started at the bar with hand delivered appetizer plate. Not a lot of seating so standing for the hour or so was a little difficult if you have ailments. There were love seats available for a few but no one in our party utilized them. The table is set for the complete five course wine paired dining experience. Because I wasn't involved in the menu selection, unsure of the options. The asparagus soup was on point with just the right amount of velvety creamy taste and consistency. The salad included fresh smoked trout which I thought was a little salty which overpowered the taste of the fish. The pasta was in a creamy mascarpone sauce but grated cheese was not offered to top the pasta, which I thought was strange. The veal was kind of boring and lacking flavor without any spices whatsoever. Dessert fork so tiny and kind of difficult to consume sticky schaum torte. Coffee is quite "light" for true coffee Connoisseurs. Overall average experience for a near 4 hour meal.

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    First time coming here & it was very pleasant! Everyone was very welcoming and the food was great.

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    After interacting with the GM, I think I may have been a bit too harsh in my original review. It's…read moreentirely possible that I misread the overall tone of the staff, and Andrew took the time to personally reach out and apologize, which felt genuine and deserved to be acknowledged. There's a good chance I'll be back in Milwaukee next year for Summerfest, and I'm looking forward to giving this place another shot. The food looked fantastic, and, honestly, the cocktails and beers we had were already worthy of a few stars. I'm hoping my next visit lives up to how good everything looked.

    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.

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    I have been wanting to go to Odd Duck for so long, and I finally got the chance and it did not…read moredisappoint! We had a wonderful experience dining here! Our server, Adam, was quick and attentive. He was funny, suggested items for us to try, and was very tentative of our friend's food allergy. We started the night with a few drinks; #39 non-alcoholic Paloma, #129 non-alcoholic sbagiato, and #33 Sherry Pear-Y. All of which were absolutely amazing! Then we ordered the Chili Crisp Deviled Eggs (comes with two pieces), Crispy Thai-Style Oyster Mushrooms, Cappelletti, Slow-braised Bison Cheek, Cha Ca La Vong (Catfish), and the Wood-fired Bavette Steak. Where do I begin? First off, everything was fantastic! Delicious, creative, and memorable. Some dishes even had us ordering seconds! First the Chili Crisp Deviled Eggs: so creamy! We ended up ordering another plate of them (four orders) because one wasn't enough for the four of us. The Crispy Thai-Style Oyster Mushroom: insanely seasoned! It was crispy and the kick of the Thai chili peppers, made it our tables favorite (we ordered another plate of this)! The bits of crunch rice mixed in was also a pleasant surprise. The bits of green beans and cucumber was a nice way to cool the kick of the spices. The Slow-braised Bison Cheek: It was very interesting. Very soft and when paired with the polenta cake, mozzarella, and carrot, it tasted amazing. Cha Ca La Vong (Catfish): Also very interesting. It tastes very similar to a Vietnamese catfish soup! The pineapple fish sauce paired amazing with the glass noodles. The only complaint I have about this dish, was that the glass noodles weren't fully cooked, so they were a bit hard. The Wood-fired Bavette Steak: My god, this was amazing! It was perfectly cooked, the dark chocolate bordelaise paired with the mushrooms and steak was incredible. Like I said, everything was amazing! Our table was blown away with the creativity and quality of the food. The service was amazing, everyone was very sweet and helpful. The atmosphere was lovely and quirky. It was fun spotting all the duck decorations. Honestly, cannot rave enough about this place, I look forward to the next time I visit!

    Odd Duck has been one of the top places I've been wanting to go to for a while…read more The vibes were 10/10. This is such a cool place to take your time eating at. The servers here know the menu very well which was super helpful when deciding what we wanted to order. The food was good but out of the 4 dishes we ordered the Tempura Nori Roll GIMMARI was the only memorable item to me and our server said it would be rotated off of the menu. I can tell that there has been a lot of care and detail put into the experience here and I can really appreciate that.

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    The Edison Kitchen & Cocktails - Scallops with mushrooms and peas. Really good!

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    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!

    Server Madison was great! So friendly and made our experience super welcoming. We sat outside on a…read moreperfect spring-like summer day and enjoyed people watching and great food. Pigs in a blanket This wasn't much special. Don't wanna offend anyone, but it tasted just like I make at home, with mini sausage and crescent roll can from the market. Tater tot poutine Nothing special with this one either. The tater tots were just like the ones I get from Aldi. Edison butter burger But things got better with the entree. The burger was very nice. Loved the double burger, perfectly seasoned and cooked to medium. All the toppings complemented it very well, and the fries were also awesome. Flat iron steak sandwich I loved the seasoning and how light pink yummy it was. I asked for the buns to be taken out, and a little extra greens instead, and ended up eating it kinda like a salad, but it was delicious. Flourless chocolate cake We ended up taking the desserts home because we were too full. The chocolate cake was right on the spot for me - not too heavy as some of these flourless cakes can become (more like mousse, which I'm not too keen on). Lemon ricotta cheesecake Light yet packing a punch. This was so good. Overall, a very very nice experience. I have overlooked The Edison thus far - I think i've been to all the other places around the block for this place for some reason. I'm glad we tried it this time. Will definitely be back!

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    4.5(1.2k reviews)
    0.8 miDowntown, East Town
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    The Swingin' Door Exchange is one of the unassuming places I frequently tell people to get to and…read moretry because the food is some of the best in the Milwaukee area! Consistently busy over the years and for good reason. I've been here a few times and I've never been disappointed with the service or the food. It's a dark, cozy little restaurant bar but with so much character and history. Service is friendly and efficient. I love that the food I've ordered here has always exceeded my expectations with the seasonings and quality of ingredients used. Reasonably priced too! If you don't have a reservation, you may end up waiting for a table in the back area at a high top but it's a great opportunity to enjoy one of their great drinks in the meantime!

    As visitors from out of state, this was the very first restaurant we visited and unfortunately it…read moreleft a terrible first impression. We quite literally came here straight from the airport. To make matters worse, we had not eaten anything substantial all day and had actually looked this restaurant up weeks before our trip while researching places to eat the infamous Wisconsin fish fry, so we were really looking forward to the experience. The experience started off poorly when our party was essentially scolded by the hostess for sitting at a table that apparently needed to be cleaned for the wait list. To make matters worse, the busser laughed and joked that we were "in trouble," to which I could only respond, "Sounds like it." Not exactly the welcoming atmosphere you'd hope for as a first time visitor. The fish fry was decent our tab came out to $150 for 5 people, but the service was absolutely subpar and our tip reflected that. We also had to send back two drink glasses because they were dirty one still had lipstick on it, and another had food stuck to the inside of the glass. Overall, this was a very disappointing dining experience. Between the unprofessional treatment, lackluster service, and cleanliness issues, I would not recommend stopping here. There are plenty of other restaurants worth trying instead.

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    4.0(372 reviews)
    0.4 miWalker's Point
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    While visiting Milwaukee, we thought we'd try Don's TV & Repair before heading out for the evening…read more The exterior of the building definitely indicates a repair shop and restaurant. Once inside, the friendly host staff will ask you for the password. Heck, if I can figure it out, anyone can. Then we were shown to the table. The ambiance is certainly 80's feeling with the music and the relics of the era. Even though the menu is limited, the restaurant still offers great options. Riley, server, had greet us shortly after arriving. My friend order an Old Fashion (when you're in WI...) and I had ordered the Shamrock Shake with a shot of whiskey (we visited Milwaukee near St. Paddy's Day). Both of us ordered the Fish Fry. The drinks were delivered within a few minutes. The Shamrock Shake was certainly well worth it. Then few more minutes, the entrees were delivered. The three pieces of fish were very meaty and great crust. The well seasoned fries were very tasty. Riley had checked in couple of times with us. Great service, great food and great 80's music. Enjoy!!

    Perhaps my expectations were too high. I saw this in a Weird Wisconsin book and it looked fun and…read moreright up our alley. I did see that you needed a reservation especially on the weekend. We got a 1pm time slot for lunch on Saturday. We waited in the small crowded lobby once we checked in. Once our time came up we gave the password (I must have missed this part but I googled it while we waited) and were led inside. The concept was fun as was the decor but I thought it would be even more kitschy than it was. Our waiter was enthusiastic. The food menu is small but the milkshake and the boozy milkshake menu is big and interesting. The salted caramel milkshake was very good. I got their smash burger basket with the fries. I don't order smash burgers often and this was a reminder why. It was overcooked and dry. The fries though were excellent. My wife got a breakfast meal and she thought it was solid. The prices were reasonable but be warned they automatically tack on a 20% service charge. I was not surprised since I saw this in reviews. If it was on the menu I missed it. Worth one visit.

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    1.0 miDowntown, East Town
    $$$

    One of the best happy hour deals in town! Tuesday through Friday from 4-6pm, they offer $6 bites…read moreand $9 drinks. If it's still available, the Burger Au Poivre is a must-try. For only $6, they serve a full sized portion which is one of the best values on the menu and an absolute steal for the quality you receive. The burger comes with caramelized onions, American cheese, crispy onions, au poivre sauce, garlic-herb aioli on a sesame milk bun (Note: one order per guest). From the happy hour menu, I also ordered the Halibut Fish Fry and the Shrimp Cocktail. The Shrimp Cocktail had a sweet and chili cocktail vinaigrette, which I really enjoyed. From the dinner menu, I had the Kale Cashew Caesar, Lobster Pot Pie, and the Ora King Salmon. To my surprise, the star of the show was the Kale Cashew Caesar, which staff recommended. What made this dish so special was the generous mound of shaved Gran Moravia piled on top, complemented by lemon breadcrumbs. The combination and texture was so fun to eat. The Lobster Pot Pie is offered at market price ($55 when I went). They give you generous chunks of butter-poached lobster tails, seasonal vegetables, lobster cream in their truffle puff pastry. The Ora King Salmon was also delicious. Salmon was cooked perfectly--light and moist. I enjoyed the black garlic gnocchi and the apple gastrique that came with this dish. I ended the night with their chai banana caramel creme brulee. I'll definitely be back for their happy hour and that Kale Cashew Caesar!

    Service was stunning. The back of my chair was broken so I had to swap it out for a new chair…read more The Burrata Salad was a bit over dressed for me and the oysters were so tiny!! Rather disappointing. My husbands haddock was beautiful!! I didn't get a picture of it because he dived into it so quickly!!

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    Third Coast Provisions - Upstairs view

    Upstairs view

    Third Coast Provisions - Grilled oysters with pretzel and nduja

    Grilled oysters with pretzel and nduja

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