Wisconsin Restaurants
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1. L'Etoile
$$$$ | |Credited with spawning the country's Slow Food movement during the 1970s and 1980s under founder Odessa Piper, L'Etoile is a farm-to-table restaurant on Capitol Square. It is also Madison's most elegant restaurant. Chef-owner Tory Miller rewrites the menu daily based on what's in season at Dane County farms. Eclectic dishes like Korean barbecued rack of lamb are prepared using classic French techniques and adopt a global spin. Begin the meal with a charcuterie board featuring head cheese, house pickles, and pork rillettes, and conclude with a build-your-own Wisconsin cheese plate.
1 S. Pinckney St., Madison, Wisconsin, 53703, USA608-251--0500Restaurant Details
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2. Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant and Butik
$$ | |Whether it's for the thin Swedish-style pancakes or gawking at goats grazing on the grass roof (now also possible via a webcam and screen in the restaurant), Al Johnson's is a Door County institution. Beyond breakfast, specialties include a Swedish-meatball sandwich, whitefish sandwich, pickled herring, or Pytt I Panna (Swedish roast-beef hash). Waitstaff don traditional dress so authentic you'll swear you're in Sweden. Finish the meal with a lingonberry shake. Be sure to drop into the gift shop to score Swedish souvenirs, including hand-knit sweaters.
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3. Baker House Restaurant
$$ | |Dine amid the historic elegance of this immaculately preserved 1885 home and get a sense of Lake Geneva's summer home heyday. But far from feeling stuffy and outdated, you'll be seated for lounge-y dining in wing-backed chairs and velvety couches for a menu of small plates (the lump crab cakes are a must); sharable fondue; sliders; charcuterie, and selections of Wisconsin artisan cheese. In addition to the restaurant, the 17,000-square-foot, 30-room Nationally Registered Historic Property serves as a luxury inn, so feel free to have that second martini or weekly changing craft beer.
327 Wrigley Dr., Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, 53147, USA262-248-4700Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon.--Wed., Open Tues-Thurs. 5-9; Fri. and Sat. 5-10 (lounge open until 11); Sun. brunch 10-2; closed Mon.; closed Mon. and Tues. during off-season -
4. Balistreri's Bluemound Inn
$$ | |Try the veal Balistreri (veal topped with eggplant and spinach), pollo carciofi (chicken served on pasta with artichoke hearts and spinach), or insalat di pollo (crunchy chicken salad) at this casual restaurant on the west side of Milwaukee.
6501 W. Bluemound Rd., Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53213, USA414-258--9881Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted -
5. Bartolotta's Lake Park Bistro
$$$$ | |On a bluff overlooking Lake Michigan, this bistro is renowned for its French–style Sunday brunch. The daily menu includes roast duck and seasonal seafood dishes with rich and buttery sauces. The formal dining room is festooned with French impressionist paintings and curtains.
3133 E. Newberry Blvd., Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53211, USA414-962--6300Restaurant Details
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6. Bavarian Inn
$ | | GermanThis chalet on 14 acres displays soccer memorabilia and handmade chandeliers. The menu lists continental cuisine such as steaks and hamburgers, along with such classic German fare as sauerbraten and schnitzels. Every Friday, the inn hosts live German music and a fish fry. Reservations essential Sat.
700 W. Lexington, Glendale, Wisconsin, 53217, USA414-964–0300Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No lunch weekends. No dinner Sun. Brunch served Sun. -
7. Braise
$$$ | |Braise Chef-owner Dave Swanson learned the ropes at acclaimed restaurants including Milwaukee's renowned Sanford. In 2012, he transferred his skills to the burgeoning Walker's Point neighborhood and repurposed a rundown building. He used its old bowling lanes as communal tables, paneled one wall with old barn siding and brought Milwaukee a farm-to-table hit. The menu changes depending on the ingredients he receives from the 400-some Wisconsin farmers he works with. Past favorites have included crispy pork belly served with creamy polenta goat cheese and sorghum syrup. For a special treat, book a spot at the last-Sunday-of-the-month suppers, featuring a local farmer's fare in three courses, served family style.
1101 S. 2nd St., Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53204, USA414-212--8843Restaurant Details
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8. Café LuLu
$ | |A wide cross-section gathers at this trendy spot in the Bay View neighborhood, where the menu is as eclectic as the decor. Funky art hangs on the walls, and lamps of all colors and shapes cast a dim glow over a bar made from old doors. There's a little bit of everything here, from Moroccan chicken to tuna sandwiches to East Indian pita, in addition to weekly specials. Make sure to save room for a heavenly slice of pie à la mode.
2265 S. Howell Ave., Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53207, USA414-294--5858Restaurant Details
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9. Colectivo Coffee Lakefront Cafe
$ | |Craving a jolt of flavorful java? Take a coffee break from the usual and perk up with a cup at this local chain, housed in a historic water pumping station (you can still see the old pump). Amid lofty ceilings, exposed brick and hardwood floors, sip your lovingly crafted and poured brews, made-from-scratch pastries and simple and fresh sandwiches like pesto mozzarella, Wisconsin grilled cheese and avocado BLT. There are 11 Alterra locations throughout the Milwaukee area.
1701 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr., Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53202, USA414-223--4551Restaurant Details
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10. Coquette Café
$$$ | |Provincial French bistro fare is served at this café in a large, renovated warehouse in Milwaukee's trendy Third Ward district, just south of downtown. The beer is specially brewed to complement the menu, which is filled with dishes like roasted mussels and thin-crust Niçoise and Alsatian pizzas.
316 N. Milwaukee St., Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53202, USA414-291--2655Restaurant Details
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11. County Clare
$$ | |This restaurant looks like a traditional Irish pub, with deep-green walls adorned with Gaelic sayings and a long, ornate bar. You can chow down on hearty offerings like corned beef and cabbage, pub sandwiches, and homemade soups-of-the-day. On Sunday, traditional Irish music is played in the afternoon.
1234 N. Astor St., Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53202, USA414-272--5273Restaurant Details
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12. Eagan's
$$ | | AmericanImpressionist paintings hang on the walls at this chic downtown restaurant. The kitchen serves up seafood delicacies like lobster, sushi, and crab—there's even an oyster bar. You can dine inside or outside on the patio overlooking popular Water Street. The well-stocked bar here is one of the largest in the state.
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13. Elsa's on the Park
$$ | |Across from Cathedral Square Park, this chic but casual restaurant has frequently changing art exhibits and serves big, juicy hamburgers and pork-chop sandwiches.
833 N. Jefferson St., Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53202, USA414-765--0615Restaurant Details
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14. Himal Chuli
$$ | |This cozy little Nepalese eatery is a staple among State Street's many ethnic restaurants. Kick off the meal with a cup of dal or plate of samosas, followed by a hearty vegetarian tarkari (spicy vegetable stew) of the day. Several poultry dishes, like chicken simmered in Nepali spices or prepared barbecue-style, will satisfy meat lovers. The combination platter is a veritable culinary tour of Nepal and includes momochas (steamed vegetable dumplings packed with peanut paste), a samosa, roti, and cup of dal. Be forewarned that while the waitstaff is kind, the service is slow.
318 State St., Madison, Wisconsin, 53703, USA608-251--9225Restaurant Details
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15. Izumi's
$$$ | |This small, cozy restaurant on the east side of town has a sushi bar and a menu of traditional Japanese fare, such as udon and sukiyaki.
2150 N. Prospect Ave., Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53202, USA414-271--5258Restaurant Details
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16. La Fuente
$$$ | |Every night feels like Cinco de Mayo at this popular and colorful Mexican restaurant and bar in the heart of the city's Latin Quarter. La Fuente doesn't accept reservations, but the reasonably priced traditional Mexican dishes—enchiladas, quesadillas, sizzling fajitas, and the like—are worth the wait. (Warning: your food will be spicy unless you request otherwise.) Ask for a table on the fountain-filled patio if weather permits, or come during lunch for a more relaxing atmosphere.
625 S. 5th St., Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53204, USA414-271--8595Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted, Reservations not accepted -
17. Mader's
$$$$ | |It's named after the Mader family, not after a German mama. Diners here get the ultimate old-world experience, from the Hummels that occupy niches in the entryway to the dark-wood paneled walls. And of course, you'll dine on rich German favorites; weiner schnitzel, sauerbraten, and spaetzle reign.
1041 N. Old World Third St., Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53203, USA414-271--3377Restaurant Details
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18. Milwaukee Ale House
$ | |As soon as the temperature permits, locals flock to the dual decks of this brew and food favorite. But no matter the weather, it's a happening spot for locally crafted beer, like Louie's Demise, a malty amber ale, and the Irish-style Sheepshead Stout. If you're staying for lunch or dinner, you'll also find flavors of this stout in the signature pot roast. Wednesday and Saturday are prime rib nights. Other options include pasta, pizza, burgers, chicken pot pie and a late-night menu of fancied-up bar food like nachos topped with beer-marinated chicken. Live music Thursday, Friday and Saturday runs the gamut from classic rock to jazz (cover charges typically start at $5).
233 North Water St., Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53202, USA414-276--2337Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Food served Mon.–Sat. 11–10; Sun. 11–9; bar open later -
19. Mo's
$$ | |Subtitled "A Place For Steaks," this downtown eatery is all about meat. Diners get to choose their steaks from a platter of cuts. Side dishes and desserts are outstanding, too. Can't get enough Mo's? Try Mo's Cucina, Mo's Irish Pub, Moceans (A Place for Seafood), or Mocha, all in the same downtown neighborhood.
142 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53203, USA414-272--0721Restaurant Details
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20. Monty's Blue Plate Diner
$ | |The 50s-diner-meets-hipster atmosphere at Monty's Blue Plate Diner is a hit with locals, especially for all-day breakfast. For a true throwback experience grab a stool at the bar. Lunch and dinner items carry comfort-food flair, particularly Nana's chicken-noodle soup, yet vegans flock here for the BLT sandwich made with tempeh. Nonalcoholic shakes feature quirky names and ingredients, such as the Fat Elvis Shake or Burn One All the Way (a chocolate trifecta). There are also vintage ice-cream cocktails.
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