Thank YOU! Steerage Dining Saloon! We moved to Wisconsin several months ago. We were growing weary looking for a restaurant and bar. --- Most of the restaurants we tried falling far short. The Steerage has restored our faith. The services, food, music, all are top notch. Oh, and did I mention the food? The FOOD! Out from among many! Outstanding! Thank you to the culinary genius. We will be back. read more

Despite having to navigate a few stairs, this was a delightful dinner outing while visiting Port Washington.

Took my bestie here for her birthday lunch in November. It was cute little cafe. Great decor, looks like a ship. Food was very flavourful. Bestie got the turkey sandwich, I got the fish & chips. We both had drinks. They were also well made. Only downside - not handicapped accessible unless there's a hidden elevator. We didn't see one. Definitely still be back. read more

The Steerage Dining Saloon - The decor was amazing. - Comfort Food Near Me - Port Washington, Wisconsin

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My mom and I stopped here for lunch on a recent visit to Port Washington. This was during the Fall Festival and the basement restaurant was a cool respite from the heat and crowds of the day. We were shown a quiet booth immediately by a nice woman and given cold water and menus. We ordered cocktails - both of which were refreshing. Mine was supposed to be neat, but came with a ton of ice, but it was a small inconvenience. Note - they do have a massive gin selection you can access via /QR code if that's your jam. I ordered the German Kasespatzle, their main vegetarian offering, $20.00 - Hand Made Spaetzle, Caramelized Onion, Roasted Carrot, and Mushrooms with Mozzarella and Gruyere Cheese. We got Bernie's Bacon on the side for $4 for my mom to eat with her half. She ordered the crab cake special, which we also shared, which was as the server promised, no filler. Overall, this was a nice meal and tasty. The Spaetzle was rich and luxurious, very much like my grandma used to make. The roasted carrot was a new addition for me, but not a bad one. The crab cakes were very good, but basically came with a bunch of shredded plain lettuce and nothing else. I'm glad we visited and I would come again if I was in town, but this is definitely a place that favors a meat eater. read more

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We spend a lot of time in port Washington and never have been here! What a little hidden gem. When you first walk in, it gives speak easy vibes. The drinks offer homemade syrups and they are hand muddled... they were so good! The Reuben might be one of the best I've had. The bread was perfectly toasted and the ratio of thousand island dressing and horseradish with corned beef. My husband and son loved their fish fry! Our waitress was kind and offered suggestions for the menu. Can't wait to go back! Would def like to see more items on the menu for non-fish eaters though read more

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What a gem hiding on the main drag of Port Washington, beneath the street level! The fish fry was steamy hot and crunchy and delicious. The cioppino was chock full of seafood goodies and flavorful. They accommodated a switch from garlic bread to a toasted Sheboygan roll. Waitress Cheri was so friendly, efficient and attentive. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal in a little grotto type bar on a beautiful July afternoon. We encourage you to give it a try and enjoy yourself like we did. Great food, great service, great people, great ambiance. read more

We stopped in here on a Wednesday afternoon and had the place to ourselves for a bit. The bartender was very friendly and helpful when looking through the menus. He talked about being a customer first and how much he loved and endorsed the menu. Theres just one tv at the bar which gives a nice calm atmosphere to the restaurant space and fits better with the theme. There's plenty f bar seating and tables towards the back and a wall of booths that feel very private. We split the German Kasespatzle which was essentially a very fancy German Mac n cheese and was an absolutely fantastic dish with a variety of flavors that blend perfectly together. The fried artichokes were a unique take on an appetizer and the lemon aoli was honestly incredible! read more

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Very good and a good theme Very good and a good theme. I highly recommend this restaurant. Best grilled cheese that I have ever found - by far. read more

The Steerage has a great cozy dark atmosphere downstairs. The staff is super friendly. But the porkchop is amazing! This is the best pork chop we've ever had. It's thick cut, smoked and moist. We had is for brunch with eggs and we'd come back for this. The Irish breakfast was solid but not authentic- no true bangers, or puddings. Highly recommend the Steerage! Go see for yourself! read more

This cozy restaurant/bar is hidden in the cellar of an old building. The ambiance is spectacular with a gritty nautical theme. The food was very good. Truly one of the better Mother's Day Brunches. read more

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We popped in for lunch and had an excellent experience. First we debated if in fact the entrance off the parking lot was really the entrance but once we figured that out we made our way into the dining room. It was a weekday so it was not too busy. The staff was super friendly and very welcoming. We started with their fantastic focaccia bread. Wow - light and airy with a nice crust and just the right amount of salt. I ordered the hot ham sandwich. The ham was juicy, the bun super fresh and the sauce and cheese perfect. The Cole slaw was also very tasty with a nice zing. The others in the party split the goat cheese and beet sandwich - unusual but delicious. They also tried the spaetzle "Mac & Cheese" which got another thumbs up. Finally we finished with their chocolate pudding. We all agree that it had the texture of a mousse. Very good! We plan to return the next time we are in Port! read more

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This cozy restaurant has such a unique vibe. Excellent service and fabulous food and drinks read more

The Steerage Dining Saloon - I love a good rueben! - Comfort Food Near Me - Port Washington, Wisconsin

A great experience! Great atmosphere, great food. Cozy environment. Personable and attentive waitress. The Reuben and Admiral sandwiches we got were fantastic. The steak fries could have been a bit crispier. They make all sauces in house, we had the ranch and it was bussin'. read more

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What a gem! We stopped for lunch based on positive reviews and were not let down. The Steerage is in a basement, not sure if there is ADA access. The dining area is small and cozy and there's a good sized bar too. They have quite a nice & creative cocktail list along with good wine and beer choices. I opted for a lovely cava and the mister had Guinness. Food wise, it's pretty such snacks and sandwiches (along with specials) but let me be clear - these people take food seriously! It's not slapped together lunch meat - this is locally made bread, home cooked proteins and fresh everything. I had a scotch egg made with Bernie's sausage - 10/10. Perfect texture and not oily at all. My Pilgrim sandwich - 15/10 because I love thanksgiving. This was actual turkey from a bird, not a loaf, served with stuffing and gravy. Husband had the pot roast sandwich (the uncle) which he said was great. Service was super - very knowledgeable. I would absolutely make an effort to come back here and honestly wish they were closer to home!! read more

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Super cozy. Super food. Super service. Many sandwiches to try and the special is almost always very interesting and worth a taste. This is my favorite place to take friends and family when they visit Port Washington. read more

This place was such a gem. The waitstaff was friendly, the food was great and the vibe was spot on! Would definitely eat here again! read more

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Ambiance? Super cozy and romantic. Very good fish fry's as well. Drinks are outstanding. This place is a hidden gem indeed! read more

A traditional Wisconsin Pub. No tap beer, but lots of bottled choices. Food was good, service was very friendly.

saloon restaurant right off the main strip in port Washington, set downstairs in their basement (note! not sure if had an elevator so may not be easy access for anyone with mobility issues). at 6:30pm without a reservation we were pleased to see a lively restaurant but still had a table for two immediately. I was pleased with their drink menu with some specialty cocktails, beer and wine. dinner menu included some sandwiches (many of which made from local ingredients such as Bernie's meats), nice seafood options & many German inspired dishes. I haven't seen a cheesy spaetzle around WI in what feels like ever so I had to try! our waitress was right to describe it as adult Mac and cheese ... indulgent but still felt like it was made with good ingredients. my fiancé got clam chowder (fantastic) and a steak + sausage sandwich. not typically my type of food but I thought they did it well, and at an extremely fair price!! read more

The Steerage Dining Saloon - spaetzle - Comfort Food Near Me - Port Washington, Wisconsin

Awesome! This place opened December 2020. I saw reviews in Yelp, checked out the menu, and saw some unique dishes. We were in town over the lunch hour so decided to give it a try and were were glad we did. This restaurant is located in the basement of a building so if you are handicapped or have trouble with stairs, you may have to make different plans. It is nicely decorated and has a quaint menu. I had the Susan B. Anthony sandwich which consisted of cooked Beets, whipped goats cheese, thinly slices of apple drizzled with honey. I loved it. I don't usually care for goats cheese but took a chance on this unusual sandwich and I am glad I did. The flavors blended together beautifully. You had the crunch from apple with a hint of sweet from honey. The bun was delicious too. My husband had the pilgrim which had Turkey, gravy, stuffing and a cranberry sauce spread. He enjoyed his sandwich on a delicious un also. We both had a bowl of the clam chowder. This was a creamy white sauce delicately seasoned and was something I was almost going to ask for a quart to go. It was awesome. We would like to go back and try other offerings off their me u for both lunch and dinner. read more

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Good food, beer selection, friendly manager, fun atmosphere. Nice selection of appetizers and main dishes. Love the German selections and pickled eggs. read more

My review is not about dining at this restaurant, it is about a gift certificate purchase in December 2022. I live in Indiana, and my parents live in Port Washington. I decided to contact a few restaurants out in Port Washington to purchase gift cards for my parents for Christmas. I called The Steerage Dining Saloon and spoke with Michael who stated he was the General Manager. I provided all my information for him to mail a gift certificate to my house in Indiana. I provided my credit card info and he ran everything on the phone with me. He stated he would put it in the mail, and I anxiously awaited its arrival. A week went by and nothing arrived in my mailbox from The Steerage Dining Saloon, so I decided to call again and inquire about the gift certificate. I again spoke with Michael and let him know that nothing had been received. He stated that he would send out another gift certificate and verified my address once again. Christmas Day arrived and no gift certificate. New Years arrived and still no gift certificate. The funny thing about this whole situation is that I received gift cards/certificates from other restaurants in Port Washington with no issues whatsoever!! Did I call the restaurant a third time, no I did not. I should not have to keep calling in hopes of receiving more false promises that I will be receiving the gift certificate I purchased. If you live outside of Port Washington, WI and want a gift certificate from this restaurant, I strongly suggest not to waste your time with The Steerage Dining Saloon because you will never get it!! read more

The Steerage Dining Saloon - Proof of the $100 transaction for a gift certificate that has never been received. - Comfort Food Near Me - Port Washington, Wisconsin

We came here in a pretty large group and the staff was very accommodating and patient with our big crowd. I loved the decor and theme of the entire restaurant, kind of transports you to another time and place. In terms of food, I was able to try quite a bit off of the menu and my favorites are their quiches and their special of the day, which I believe was called "1853." The special featured perfectly fried pieces of cod. The batter was incredibly crunchy and the fish filet was tender and fresh. I tried two quiches, one mushroom and one ham, both were just perfect and the portion sizes are ideal for sharing. They ran out of their clam chowder pretty early that day so we went with the corn chowder instead, which was tasty but not anything too memorable. Their Irish breakfast is just ok, I personally wouldn't order it again and would just go with their numerous selections of quiches. read more

Great experience! Really epic ambiance and great food and drinks! Friendly staff. I highly recommend and will be visiting again. read more

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Wow why has nobody mentioned the BEST SMOKED PORK CHOP EVER being served here? What a cool place too, descend the steps like you're boarding a ship and into a secret hidden restaurant. Clam chowder was very good, flavorful with a thinner broth than I am used to but still delicious. The pork chop seriously was a winner, so tender, perfectly matched with the cranberries and spaetzel. I don't live in the area but will definitely make a hike here for it again. Service was amazing too, super friendly, and food came out quickly read more

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This place was recommended by a local and they were spot on... the service was excellent and the food, atmosphere... amazing. I definitely recommend. read more

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This place is great!! We stumbled upon this place while visiting Port Washington for the day. We went around 2:00PM on a Saturday and it was just past the lunch hour. Walking in, it's hard to tell that it is even a restaurant. There is not much signage but when you open the door, you go down a flight or two of stairs and you enter in to basically a basement bunker. The food is excellent! Everything we had was outstanding. The clam chowder was amazing and the Cioppino (believe that is how it is spelled) was full of flavor and the perfect spice level. The bartender was super cool and answered all questions we had. She made great drinks to. I would definitely recommend this spot. Port Washington overall is also a great harbor town. read more

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What a hidden gem.... love, love, love this place. As I walked down the stairs to a basement, I had no idea what to expect, but the atmosphere was perfect. The Steerage- the bottom of a ship. Our brunch was delicious. My daughter and I each had a different quiche (she had the quiche Lorraine, I had the mushroom, I can't wait ti come back and try the veggie) ) we argued over whose was better...regardless they were both amazing. My son had the Irish breakfast (he said it tasted as good as it looked, and it looked yummy .... he dug too quick for me to take a picture. ) I had a Bloody Mary which was delicious as it was beautiful. The service was great. We will be back! read more

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I have only been there once but the post chops.......OMG! Delicious! Good cocktails and good service, as well.

Just ok for a basement restaurant. Ok atmosphere but food should have been better. Nothing more to say.

This (literally) hidden gem has never failed me. I'm working my way through their entire menu, visit by visit, and each time, the owner makes the effort to come out and chat, provide suggestions, and generally make me feel at home, which I already feel anyway, due to the cozy nature of the space and the heartiness of the food. Beautiful restaurant, in every way. Highlights from what I've had so far: 1853 Platter - the most perfectly fried cod you will ever have, with an excellent vinegar-based cole slaw. The Uncle sandwich - shredded beef, horseradish cream, mushrooms, onions, cheese. It's messy, but delicious. read more

Several of us had lunch and were very pleased with the food and staff. We had the smoked salmon spread with crusty bread pieces that was delicious. We ate off of the Sunday brunch menu. I had the Shakshuka - two eggs poached in a vegetarian stew of red pepper, tomato, onion, dotted with goat cheese, topped with cilantro served with warm pita bread. The prices were very reasonable. The restaurant is located in the basement of the building and it is very rustic which goes with the theme of the restaurant. The owner Mike was present and he has a very good staff. This business is worth a stop, I don't think you're going to be disappointed at all. read more

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Excellent brunch!... get there early it fills up fast. Great service and unique ambiance... we will be back!

Try the corned beef. But it really doesn't matter, it's all good! One of our favorites.

What a fun place. From the time you walk down the stairs and see the old photos of people on ships, it promises to be a unique experience. The menu includes a wide variety of dishes, maybe reflecting all the different people who traveled back in the day. Our food was excellent - the fish fry, plus a delicious chowder. It was busy when we were there, but the friendly server never seemed rushed or impatient. A very enjoyable meal. read more

Stopped in for dinner with one of my girls. I got there a little early and decided to wait at the bar with the French 76 cocktail to keep me company. It was very good company. My friend arrived and we decided to just stay at the bar. We had the whipped feta with red pepper appetizer. It was quite good. For dinner I got the special, chicken paprikash and the Hungarian mushroom soup. My friend got the Panko breaded cod dinner. The soup was fantastic! Was tempted to order a bowl to take home! The chicken paprikash was good. Three chicken thighs were well seasoned and cook in the paprikash sauce and served over noodles. I enjoyed the soup much more. My friend said the cod was quite good. It came with fries, which were wonderfully crispy, and coleslaw. Service was great, and I loved the ambiance of this great little space. Will definitely stop back as I am curious to try their brunch. I also got a Reuben to take home for my son and the spinnacker salad. My son said the Reuben was better than Between the Greens but not as good as Benji's Deli. The salad was surprisingly good too. My mostly carnivorous son actually ate it! read more

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Walking down a short flight of stairs, I was worried about the restaurant... but I was pleasantly surprised. This feels like a tavern, with large booths, a bar, and tables in the back. 1800s music plays, and I feel like a pirate. It's great. A waitress greets me and I find my own seat with my party, a booth. It's clean, as clean as a booth can be. They seem understaffed today, as only two waitresses seem to be working. It takes 10 mins for me to get a drink and order my food. Another 10-15 mins, and everyone else's food arrives, except mine. The waitress apologizes, saying they need to find someone who knows how to make my salad. I don't think I needed to know that, but I appreciate the honesty. 20 mins later, my Spinnaker Salad arrives. The salad is delectable. It's savory, but not heavy. I took a bite of my brother's The Pilgrim, and it's also delicious. I devour my food, pay the bill, and walk back up the stairs, stuffed and content. Though short-staffed, this place is worth a visit! read more

The Steerage Dining Saloon - The Spinnaker Salad. - Comfort Food Near Me - Port Washington, Wisconsin

Absolutely phenomenal! We've been here several times, and always receive 5 star service and terrific food. Today, I got the Beef Rouladen special, and had to take a photo. It tastes even better than it looks. If you're in the Milwaukee or Port Washington area, you have to stop in! Shoutout to Anders and team for always providing a great experience! read more

The Steerage Dining Saloon - Beef Rouladen - Comfort Food Near Me - Port Washington, Wisconsin

I can't say enough great things about this amazing place. The ambiance welcoming it was spotless and comfortable... we were seated immediately. the staff was simply amazing..... and the food was delicious, I highly recommend that you try the Kassler..... simply perfect... The waitress, the chef, the entire staff treated us like family.... read more

What a great little hidden gem in downtown Port! Highly recommend. Great service, wonderful food, comfortable environment. Can't say enough good things about this place. The portion on the fish and chips was ample for 2 meals, the pickled eggs were a nice starter. The whole menu presented plenty of choices - made it hard to decide! They opened during the pandemic and I'm sad it took us this long to visit. Don't sleep on this restaurant! read more

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