Wow! The chef really knows his food! Dishes were so perfectly seasoned and balanced. I can't even…read moreexplain it. If you are a foodie you know what I mean with different layers of flavors blended in perfectly. Wasn't overly flavored. Just seasoned perfectly. Fresh food. I had the fish. And some apps I no longer rem. Just remember was very impressed with all the food. They don't have the igloos upstairs anymore. If you want privacy though the upstairs is open but was a very cold night and even though they had heaters was bit chilly upstairs. But a great option if you are Covid conscious.

The food was very delicious. My whole family definitely enjoyed their meals, not only this but our…read morewaiter was super nice and was very helpful and fast. I truly really enjoyed my experience at this restaurant and highly recommend!

I highly recommend Central Standard for your next event. The family celebration of our Mothers…read more95th birthday was flawless because of Justin (and Bryce the bar tender). The staff, atmosphere, food, communication and logistics were outstanding!!! Thank you Central Standard!!!!

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.

Food- We enjoyed the house chili relleno and chicken gorditas , chips salsa and guacamole…read more Everything was great! Definitely on the calendar for a return visit! Also of note, the service was on point, friendly, welcoming and attentive to details without being intrusive . WELL DONE!

Came on an early afternoon Saturday. We had a reservation and were the only ones there for a bit…read more We had been to the other Tavos, love that one, and wanted to try this one. We got the classic guacamole $15 and then salsa $12. Both were average grocery store level. The whole time I was cold. They were very good about allergies and friendly, maybe awkward. The music was a bit dramatic, but if there were more people maybe it would have been more subtle. For a Mexican place the prices were much higher than normal. It was a little strange - right as we were about to leave they started removing everything instead of waiting one more minute; we had been there for a while. -Enmolada very good. Somewhat sweet, decently "chocolate". Some building heat. -The elote is okay. Maybe somewhat wet and needs to be mixed. -Shrimp fajitas were very good with more assortment of vegetables than normal. $29 -The rice was a bit dry. The beans were plain but healthy tasted.

I was excited to be in Milwaukee today, given the many restaurants that have earned recognition…read morefrom the James Beard Awards. Most of those spots only open for dinner, so I was thrilled to find that Bavette La Boucherie now serves lunch. My friend, a local, told me the restaurant originally began as a butcher shop. While that's no longer the case, the space still pays tribute to its roots -- shelves lined with kitchen knick-knacks, butcher-block counters, and a display of local provisions that hint at its past. Chef-owner Karen Bell leads the way here, and you can feel her touch throughout -- from the creative menu to the casual-elegant vibe. The décor blends exposed brick and warm wood with soft light and a friendly hum from the open kitchen. Our server, Matthew R., had only been with Bavette a couple of weeks, but his background in restaurant management showed. He was knowledgeable, attentive, and offered great suggestions. Before our sandwiches arrived, we shared a cup of pork and tomatillo pozole topped with cabbage slaw and a dollop of sour cream. It was piping hot, bright, and deeply flavorful -- the kind of starter that makes you stop talking for a minute just to enjoy the next spoonful. Having read rave reviews of the Korean steak au jus, I nearly ordered it, but Matthew suggested the roast-beef with cheddar since I'm not a big lunch eater. Excellent call. The sandwich was divine -- tender, flavorful beef layered with melted cheddar on a crisp, perfectly toasted roll. The beef-fat fries had great depth of flavor, though I'd love them even more if they were twice-cooked for that extra crunch. Being more of a gin or vodka drinker, I couldn't resist the Gin Old Fashioned on the cocktail list. It was delicious -- smooth, aromatic, and balanced enough that I happily ordered a second. Great food, warm service, and a welcoming atmosphere. Bavette La Boucherie is a gem I can't wait to revisit.

Was in town for the weekend and TikTok said the only things I should do in Milwaukee were Discourse…read moreCoffee and Bavette. LISTEN... The only crime here is that this place isn't a chain and it's miles away from me. Our waitress was amazing, the vibes were perfect, everything felt intentional in the best way. The heirloom tomato salad was so fresh and delightful. A full 5 out of 5. And those beef tallow fries were unreal. I am still thinking about them and genuinely wish I could figure out how to recreate them at home. TikTok actually delivered on this one. Very happy we ended up going.

Just wanted to make a note that as of April 2026, this place is still legit. Great, solid burgers…read more It is still more of a pick-up place rather than a sit down place. There are tables and chairs, but it's tight and when it got busy with people coming to pick up their lunch, would feel weird sitting down to eat. As it was, we just waited to pick up our food, like everyone else. Didn't see a single person actually eating inside, though we saw a LOT of people coming to pick up lunch. Previous review stands (3/25/2022) This is another happy review. I'm happy to report that the burgers have improved significantly since my last review 4 years ago. Korean BBQThey toned down on the shredded cabbage and the sauce in the korean bbq burger. Everything balanced out much better than what I remember, and I could actually taste the kimchi inside this time. The meat was cooked to a nice medium, and travelled well in our to-go order. Soft Shell CrabThey put two whole deep fried soft shell crabs in one burger. Topped off with a lot of arugula, bacon and tomatoes. It was good, but not quite as balanced out as the Korean BBQ burger. I'm not quite sure what it is... Lacking some sauce?Overall, the place had some great burgers and I would definitely go back more often that I have recently. But there's a little bit missing still to give it a whopping 5 star review. Plus the buns were really bready... a little less dough would have been nice. And on the downside... the fries weren't awesome. They were ok. But felt more like baked fries than deep fried. In any case, I love improvements and having great joints in my neighborhood. Thank you Crave Cafe!

This is the best burger you can find in Milwaukee. People behind the counter are relatively nice…read more The sitting area could be a little more comfortable and cleaner, but overall it is very nice and the food is always worth it.

Such a cute little spot in Riverwest. It's counter service only but they have a good amount of…read moreseating, just be prepared for waits during peak hours. The crepes are always delicious and their lattes are impeccable, I'm pretty sure they make their own syrups. We tried one of their scones recently and it was one of the best scones I've had in a while. Perfectly moist and a little bit crumbly, great texture, highly recommend. The goodfellas crepe is always my go-to, it's the perfect combination of savory and sweet which is always my breakfast struggle, deciding which one I want so why struggle when you can have the best of both worlds?!

My sister and I went here this morning for breakfast this morning. We got there a bit after 9. I…read morethink the day light savings spring ahead worked in our favor and we were able to get a table right away. By ten am, the place was full and people were waiting. My sister got the Benedict crepe and I got the KC special crepe. Both were delicious. We splurged and added a dessert crepe, Paris, towards the end of our meal. We loved it. A few things important to note, you order at the counter and then select your table. If you order drip coffee, you get that yourself after you pay. There are extra napkins and silverware in the dining room. It is appreciated if you bus your own table. There is a bin between the dining room and bar area. They have a cute area with items for sale like local candles and body lotion. We enjoyed our time here and look forward to returning soon!

What took me so long to come here?! I've been eyeing this place for ages and finally got the…read moreopportunity to try. I am so incredibly glad that I did!! They had a special pizza, which was red sauce, mozz, ramps (which is a type of onion), pepperoni and a garlic drizzle. This pizza was so delicious. We also opted to try the Smolwaukee pizza; this did NOT disappoint. The buffalo wings were amazing and I was really eyeing the bbq ones but opted for the buffalo. I'm not too down with this hot honey fad, so they were able to keep the hot honey off, which I appreciated. They had a Buffalo ranch that complimented the wings so well. This spot does stop serving food May 7th and transition to their food truck. The space is then used to rent out for events and such. I truly look forward to eating here again!

Super busy Night decided to come over because my birthday and I wanted to celebrate and this is the…read moreplace to be. Still all the staff is very attentive and nice regardless of how busy they are. The atmosphere is great and it just so nice. Pizza is delicious. I just love it with the touch of honey. The fact that they have the Detroit style pizza on Wednesday is amazing. Everybody seems super happy and enjoying the conversation the food and even though it's noisy ( in a good way) it feels like home. The paper plate for serving is actually a nice touch because it goes with the theme of everything in this restaurant I just love it the decorations the colors and the friends pictures on the walls.

We came back to Sobelman's again yesterday and WOW -- somehow it was even better than the first…read moretime! We were lucky enough to have Ada as our server again, and she is truly the BEST. Since we had such a great experience with her before, we were so excited to see her again, and she absolutely did not disappoint. We went all in and literally ordered every appetizer on the menu (zero regrets ), and every single thing was incredible. The food was amazing, the drinks were great, and Ada made the entire experience so fun and seamless. She is attentive, friendly, upbeat, and somehow always seems one step ahead of what you need without ever making you feel rushed. Outstanding service like hers is hard to find, and she's a huge reason we'll keep coming back. Sobelman's -- please give Ada the recognition she deserves!

Arrived after waiting nearly a decade to return to what was one of my most memorable stops the last…read moretime I was in Milwaukee. Waitress didn't know details of a featured menu item - The Grand Slam bloody mary - and even though we told the staff we came here from San Diego for one of the big bloody mary meals they offer, the waitress DOWNsold us to get the tiny offering pictured here. This was a huge disappointment and I'm quite frustrated that we were so looking forward to a fun treat as our dinner and ended up with a small snack and will have to go get dinner elsewhere. Giving 2 stars because the Spotted Cow beer was amazing as always and the snack food we did eat was delightful even though the portion was a tremendous letdown.

This is a truly hidden (like, literally) gem in Milwaukee. Entrance is so hidden away in a dark,…read morecreamy street, that I wonder hours I found it in the first place. Don't expect anything. Just go if you're wanting a fun experience with puzzles and games and card games... and experience the life of a spy. I have been at different times of the week, but do find it most fun on the weekends when there are more people. It's more a fun experience than a dinner place. Food is ok, but not for the foodie. It's for the inner spy in you. Mission impossible Burger with potato chips Burger was nicely flavored, nothing crazy to rave about but still yummy. Furtive Fish fry Bit salty, and breading completely detached from the fish. But still a good crunch and the fish was very well seasoned. Broccolini salad good, nice complement to the fish fry SpyPA Told this was an IPA from Lakefront, but didn't really have the kick of an IPA. Would not get it again. So food, pretty safe. Experience - something you won't find anywhere else.

My sister loves SafeHouse, so I was excited to finally check it out with her. The staff do a great…read morejob staying in character, which makes the experience fun, and the cave-like atmosphere and decor are really unique. The fries were great and the thunderballs were simple but tasty. The tacos were okay, just a bit heavy on the guacamole for my taste. Overall, it's a place to go more for the experience.

Our night at Oak Barrel was wonderful. Our food was delicious. The music was spot on. More than…read moreanything though, the service was so wonderful. The manager was so kind and so attentive. The servers were checking in on us and made sure me and my daughter had a great night. Great staff!

Came here on a Friday night around 6pm for dinner, there were three of us, one child. The street…read morewas busy, full of older adults, drinking so we thought it would be hard to get a table, but it was very easy. They have a catcher machine in here, I got one, didn't win. They start you with free bacon grease popcorn, it was tasty, you can for sure taste the bacon! The staff were efficient, quick, nice. I got a German beer, and a soda water, my partner did as well. My kiddo got a lemonade. For appetizers we got the pretzel sticks, and the curds with marinara and ranch. So good! Both were well seasoned and delicious. For meals, I got the chicken Caesar salad wrap, with fries. It was good, creamy, and I had crispy chicken replace the grilled. The fries were good. My partner got the Cajun Mac and cheese with chicken and the waitress suggested a side of fries, he said it was very good. My child got the pepperoni pizza, they have a 12inch pizza and it was enjoyed! Definitely recommend for dinner when you're about to go to a show or if you're in the area!