Best Dinner Places to Eat in Waukesha

"Set on the shores of Lake Michigan, Harbor House is an upscale seafood restaurant with spectacular skyline views that serves lunch, dinner, and a classic seafood weekend brunch in an elegant setting. The spacious New England-style seafood restaurant offers a premier lakefront dining experience with an open kitchen, a three-sided bar, a raw bar that specializes in oysters, and a private dining room available for special events and parties. A seasonal outdoor patio boasts breathtaking views of the lake and offers an unparalleled alfresco dining experience of the freshest seafood flown in daily from both coasts, including lobster and oysters, prime steaks, homemade pasta, and gourmet burgers."

"A post shared by PegDeb (@pegdeb) on Aug 30, 2017 at 4:04pm PDT. If you’re looking for seafood or a classier night out, Harbor House is your place. On the lakefront with a stunning view, Harbor House focuses on seafood specialties of all kinds."

"We thoroughly enjoyed our first experience at the Harbor House. We asked several people prior to going about their thoughts on the restaurant and all said that... (414) 395-4900Order online"

"Wisconsin is famous for its Friday fish fries, and those visiting Milwaukee will find one of the city’s favorites at Lakefront Brewery. Located in the Brewer’s Hill neighborhood on the Milwaukee River, the brewery was the first in the United States to make its beer from 100 percent in-state grown ingredients. With 80,000 people touring the brewery every year, it’s one of America’s most popular tours among those that include four six-ounce pours of delicious brews."

"After the big boys that made Milwaukee famous and before the craft-beer boom that has seen dozens of third-wave options sprout in just the past few years, Lakefront became the most ubiquitous local beer of area bars and liquor stores. Rent one of its mini riverfront “hop houses” — private dining spaces complete with heating, wood floors, and white tablecloths — to sample the beer-battered cod at a Friday fish fry. Indoor dining, outdoor dining, takeout, delivery."

"Lakefront Brewery is located on the edge of the Milwaukee River and features an array of beers, bar bites and the best brewery tour in Milwaukee, according to OnMilwaukee readers."

"Wisconsin is known for its custard, and Kopp’s is reputed for being the best custard in Milwaukee (just above Leon’s Frozen Custard). Known for being especially creamy, Kopp’s offers thirteen flavors, including your classic chocolate and vanilla, and flavors like blueberry, marshmallow, butterscotch, or even pineapple. Their menu also features specialty sundaes, and a “grill section” with burgers, grilled cheese, chicken sandwiches, and fish sandwiches."

"Various locationsKnown for their “jumbo” burgers and frozen custard, Kopp’s is a Milwaukee landmark. With flavors of chocolate and vanilla, along with flavors of the day that can be seen on their “Flavor Forecast” online."

"Layton Ave., is the top choice, with Yelpers giving the spot to score ice cream, frozen yogurt and burgers 4.5 stars out of 556 reviews."

"Café Benelux is located right across the street from the Milwaukee Public Market and other popular shopping destinations in the Historic Third Ward. Inspired by the Grade Cafés of the Lowlands region of Europe (Belgium, Netherlands, and Luxembourg), Café Benelux serves up an extensive food menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and an even more extensive beer menu for nighttime fun. Appetizers, shareable plates, soups, salads, and entrées range between $9.95 and $23.95."

"Although they have locations all over the states, Culver’s is a Wisconsin classic, with 136 of the franchise. No other state even comes close!. If you’re from here, you’ve probably had it."

"However sometimes the workers forget things or don’t wait for the cars to pass them. Kind of a safety issue."

"Grab a locally brewed pint and relax out on the patio of the Ale Asylum Riverhouse!. Located directly on the waterfront, this updated tavern provides fantastic views of the Milwaukee riverfront. Sit outside on the patio on a warm summer night (or ask for a seat inside near the windows if its chillier) and take advantage of the spectacular river views."

"Anchoring the lively Brady Street bar scene, where this Italian-immigrant neighborhood attracts lots of nightlife fans, Nomad World Pub is a known spot for watching soccer games. Another bar of the same name (and the same owner) opened in Madison, but this one is the original. Seating is limited but there is a lot of room to stand in this historic tavern—including outdoor seating with great people-watching opportunities when the weather is warm outside."

"Brady StreetSpacious soccer bar patio with on-point specialsIt's a lot easier to pretend like it's 80 degrees and sunny when you're surrounded by the neon colors and tropical plants of Nomad's back patio. The space is larger than the pub inside and features its own bar and a few TVs that will always play soccer before anything else, plus beach parties and DJs on weekends. Grab a burger from the little stand and wash it down with a boozy slushie."

"North Ave., the bakery and breakfast and brunch spot, which offers coffee and tea and more, is the highest-rated cheap bakery in Milwaukee, boasting 4.5 stars out of 266 reviews on Yelp. The spot also offers breads, pastries and sandwiches, according to the website."

"That describes the atmosphere at Rocket Baby, which opened just more than a year ago and serves up pastries and baked goods, savory and sweet. Its standout creation?. A tall breakfast muffin made with Nueske’s double-smoked bacon, parsley and aged cheddar cheese."

"Come for the bread – like the crusty, yet light as air, pan de mie, or a honkin’ big, rustic country miche sourdough – and stay for the house-made brioche, pop tarts, multi-hued macarons or insanely good chocolate croissants."

"Seriously, mini is where it is at when it comes to desserts and these tasty little treats offer a selection of Classy Girl’s 50+ delicious flavor offerings (yes that says 50!) including vegan & gluten-free. The challenge lies in narrowing your options. Photo by Craig John Photography / Plates rented from Relics Vintage Rentals"

"Because with flavors like Caramel Stout, Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookie and Cinnamon Pecan French Toast, you can't just pick one."

"Not far off from what you’d envision a grandfather’s simple bake shop to look like, Papa’s Bakery serves a smaller population than most Milwaukee bakery businesses. Just minutes from the airport on Howell Avenue, Papa’s serves the basic donut types – cake, filled, frosted, glazed, long-johns. And some less basic varieties as well, specifically the “Alligator Jaw.” This triangular, chocolate-frosted donut is butterflied and slathered with white cream frosting."

"Everything at Papa’s Bakery is made from scratch, fresh each morning. We can’t help but make the trip out to Howell Avenue to grab a bite of these delicious round treats."

"Located just off of Lake Shore Drive, this park is a veritable diamond in the rough hidden in suburban Wisconsin. Set up a blanket on the bluff and enjoy views you certainly wouldn’t expect to glimpse next to casual cul-de-sacs and suburban homes."

"Grant Park might just be the second most popular beach in Milwaukee. An outdoor enthusiast’s dream, the beach is near hiking trails, a golf course and outdoor event space. You’ll struggle to choose what to do – swim or practice your golf swing."

"Combine a hike through beautiful Grant Park on the scenic Seven Bridges Trail, or a game of golf at Grant Park golf course, with an afternoon at the beach. Sand volleyball courts and a brand new facility for concessions add to the fun."

"Hawthorne Ave., South Milwaukee, WI 53172county.milwaukee.gov. “Enter this wild wood and view the haunts of nature.”. This message, written on a sign atop a covered bridge, welcomes you to the Seven Bridges Trail in Grant Park."

"Mckinley Beach provides a great alternative to the more popular and crowded Bradford Beach. Mckinley Beach offers the same parking options as Bradford Beach, but is a five-minute walk south of its more popular neighbor, Bradford Beach. Mckinley is definitely smaller but still boasts really nice sand, fabulous views, and a more quiet and relaxing atmosphere when compared to Bradford."

"Lincoln Memorial Dr., Milwaukee, WI 53202county.milwaukee.gov. Grab a fruit smoothie and iced coffee from local cafe Colectivo on the Lake and head north to the bay-shaped McKinley Beach in downtown Milwaukee. It’s less crowded than neighboring Bradford Beach and has a playground to wear out your little ones."

"If you like to do your own thing, head over to McKinley – a five-minute walk from nearby Bradford Beach. It might be smaller, but it’s just as nice. There are usually fewer people here, and it benefits from tennis courts and a nearby playground."