Best Casual Restaurants in Whitefish Bay

38 restaurants available nearby

1. Bavarian Bierhaus

4.3

Price: Moderate

• Bavarian • Glendale

Booked 26 times today

In 2016 the Bavarian Bierhaus re-opened the space once occupied by the Bavarian Inn. It features a bierhall, a 15 bbl brewery, and multiple indoor and outdoor event spaces. The Bierhaus will continue the tradition of being home to diverse regional events and festivals. We welcome you, and invite you to support your friends, neighbors and community by signing up for our emails, following us on Facebook, checking our website and downloading our Bavarian Bierhaus app for upcoming events.

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2. Craft - Trade Hotel

4.4

Awesome(173)

Price: Moderate

• American • Milwaukee

Booked 11 times today

Drawing upon the rich history of Milwaukee’s craftsmanship we present, Craft. The history of Milwaukee dates to the early 17th and 18th centuries when traders first began to travel through and eventually settle in what is now Milwaukee. Deep European roots brought craftsmen and skilled hands to the area and to this day an ethic of hard work and determination inhabits the spirit of the city. Early on the area was full of coopers, butchers, shoemakers, and farmers. Milwaukee’s beer history started in the 1840’s, driven by the presence of the frontier settlement near the Great Lakes. Immigrants, including Welsh and German settlers, yearned for the native beers of their homelands, so they embarked on making delicious craft beer with techniques from their native countries. Craft features a cuisine including locally sourced foods, hand crafted cocktails, and a vast selection of local beer.

3. Birch - Milwaukee

4.9

Exceptional(961)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Milwaukee

Booked 31 times today

A hyper-seasonal New American Restaurant celebrating Wisconsin farmers & food producers and cooking over an open fire.

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4. Oak Barrel Public House

4.3

Awesome(689)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Milwaukee

Booked 26 times today

American cuisine in Milwaukee. Come a stranger and leave a friend! Join us for delicious food and a tasty beverage.

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5. Third Street Tavern Milwaukee

4.6

Exceptional(114)

Price: Moderate

• American • Milwaukee

Booked 10 times today

Lunch - Happy Hour - Dinner - Late Night DrinksThird Street Tavern is a corner bar with amazing thin smashed old fashioned burgers, cheese steaks, appetizers and classic video games.Tavern features a premium bar, local craft beers, and a full cocktail list in a unique bar bar and grill atmosphere. Locals and tourists stop in for the burgers, handmade mozzarella sticks, Philly cheese steaks, classic arcade games and the vibrant late night scene.

6. Safina

4.9

Exceptional(320)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Milwaukee

Booked 30 times today

It’s been over four years since guests last tasted the Sicilian dishes from longtime Milwaukee restaurant Giovanni’s. But all of that changes with Safina: a new casual Italian concept that comes to the historic building at 785 N. Jefferson St.Focusing on comforting dishes with roots in Sicily and the southern regions of Italy, Safina's goal is to keep the menu familiar and accessible. The restaurant also features a full bar and second-level seating, complete with wood and marble finishes that highlight the rustic, modern Italian ambiance.

7. Bavette

4.9

Exceptional(333)

Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Milwaukee

Booked 57 times today

What started out as a butcher shop concept, has evolved and changed over the years to become a full-service restaurant, which was solidified with the restaurant's move to a larger space in 2022. At Bavette, the consumer will enjoy complete transparency of its food moving from farm to plate. Although the butcher shop has been phased out, the restaurant still works with the same farms, and uses the same high quality meats on its menu, which consists of a daily changing menu consisting of salads, sandwiches, small plates, pates, cheese, and charcuterie boards. The restaurant truly is a farm-to-table restaurant, sourcing not only the meat but most of its produce from nearby farms. In addition to the highly seasonal menu, there is a small store featuring chef-curated retail items, such as Wisconsin cheeses, local charcuterie, artisanal jams, pickles, salts, vinegar, and oil. Going along with the thoughtful menu is a select and unique offering of craft beers, wines, and cocktails.

8. Sorella

4.7

Exceptional(1147)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Milwaukee

Booked 43 times today

Old school meets new school, East Coast meets Midwest, with a Southern-style Italian restaurant landing right in the middle of it all. Delivering distinctly Italian cuisine that’s easy to pronounce and even easier to share, guests will enjoy seasonally inspired dishes throughout the year. Sorella serves healthy foods with elegant flavors, which are often made with locally sourced products.

9. Don's TV & Repair

4.5

Awesome(1499)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Milwaukee

Booked 96 times today

Located in the back of Don’s Grocery & Liquor is the former Don’s Diner now turned speakeasy. Disguised as a TV repair shop we welcome you to come grab some drinks and TV Dinners. Serving Boozy Shakes and Retro-Cocktails. We are in the business of repairing the need for a good drink and a great burger! In our effort to keep providing enjoyable experiences we are taking necessary steps for health safety. We want to ensure the health safety of our staff and guests each night.Reservations recommended, walk-ins are accommodated with limited seating. Call Ahead for Large Parties 7+ or join the waitlist here on OpenTable!

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10. Buckley's Restaurant & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(350)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Milwaukee

Booked 31 times today

Buckley's is a cozy neighborhood spot in the heart of Milwaukee's East Town. Located two blocks from Lake Michigan and the Calatrava, Buckley’s is an ideal all occasion restaurant in downtown Milwaukee. An ever-evolving menu showcases seasonal ingredients from local farmers and purveyors. To compliment your dining experience, peruse the thoughtfully curated 200 bottle wine list or select a beverage from an extensive cocktail program that has consistently been recognized as one of the best in the city. Customize your dining experience to meet your needs whether you choose to enjoy a four course meal or simply grab a burger at the bar. However you choose to enjoy a visit to Buckley’s, do not forget to order a signature house-made dessert. You won’t regret it! At this family owned and operated restaurant, guests are treated like family. Come see for yourself!

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Stephen
Wisconsin •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
This was an incredibly delicious meal! Definitely will be back. My only issue was that there were a lot of bones in the trout that we had. Other than that, everything had amazing flavor and texture components! Super delicious!
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Birch - MilwaukeePrice: Very Expensive• American• Milwaukee
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4.9
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Kristin
Wisconsin •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Food was excellent but our service was a bit lacking, despite it being Christmas Eve it was not that busy. Our server was nice but he never came back to check on drinks or how food was. Overall could have been a bit better.
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Craft - Trade HotelPrice: Moderate• American• Milwaukee
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4.4
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JimBob
Wisconsin •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 14, 2024
A revised menu and the favorite Flammekueche is back!! -- thin crispy flatbread with freme fraiche, bacon, and onions. We shared three flatbreads with our group of 6 people and had more than enough to go around which we paired with litters of German beer and wine. Very attentive waitress given the crowded atmosphere enjoying the annual Tuba Christmas -- always a fun place with great beer and staff.
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Bavarian BierhausPrice: Moderate• Bavarian• Glendale
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4.3

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38 restaurants available nearby

1. Bavarian Bierhaus

2. Craft - Trade Hotel

3. Birch - Milwaukee

4. Oak Barrel Public House

5. Third Street Tavern Milwaukee

6. Safina

7. Bavette

8. Sorella

9. Don's TV & Repair

10. Buckley's Restaurant & Bar

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