Make no misteak about it, Milwaukee has a great steakhouse scene. And whether you’re looking for an old school supper club vibe, an upscale spot to celebrate a special occasion or just a fantastic ribeye, there’s a restaurant that fills the need.
Today we’re featuring 12 steak-worthy restaurants (in alphabetical order). Some are beloved favorites. A few are new. But each one possesses its own unique charms. We've also included a splurge-worthy dish from each one.
1. Birch + Butcher
459 E. Pleasant St., (414) 323-7372
Birchandbutcher.com
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Atmosphere: Modern casual
Splurge: Coal-roasted grilled bone-in ribeye with seasonal sides (currently kabocha squash puree with ponzu and Szechuan peppercorns) for $49.
Offering: Dine-in and carry-out available; reservations highly recommended
2. Carnevor Steakhouse Moderne
718 N. Milwaukee St., (414) 223-2200
Carnevor.com
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Atmosphere: Upscale sleek
Splurge: 24-ounce 60 day dry-aged, bone-in ribeye ($95).
Offering: Dine-in and carry-out available; reservations highly recommended
3. Eddie Martini's
8612 Watertown Plank Rd., Wauwatosa, (414) 771-6680
eddiemartinis.com
Atmosphere: Old school fine dining
Splurge: Beef tenderloin with 6-ounces of Maine lobster; served with lobster risotto, asparagus and veal reduction
Offering: Dine-in available; reservations highly recommended; family-style meals available for carry-out
4. Eldr+Rime
2300 N. Mayfair Rd., Wauwatosa, (414) 867-9200
eldrandrime.com
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Atmosphere: Scandinavian inspired cozy
Splurge: The wood-fired 32-ounce Tomahawk Ribeye with mushroom rub, crispy smashed fingerlings, sweet chiliis, smoked horseradish and aged vinegar ($78)
Offering: Dine-in available; reservations highly recommended
5. Five O'Clock Steakhouse
2416 W. State St., (414) 342-3553
fiveoclocksteakhouse.com
Atmosphere: Old school supper club
Splurge: 16-ounce slow roasted prime rib served with au jus and horseradish cream sauce, single cut for $45; double cut for $78 (Friday and Saturday only)
Offering: Dine-in and carry-out available; reservations highly recommended
6. Jackson Grill
3736 W. Mitchell St., (414) 384-7384
thejacksongrill.com
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Atmosphere: Old school supper club
Splurge: 24-ounce Black Angus porterhouse with gorgonzola butter, served with soup or field salad and a choice of sides ($45)
Offering: Dine-in and carry-out available; reservations highly recommended
7. Mason Street Grill
425 E. Mason St., (414) 298-3131
masonstreetgrill.com
Atmosphere: Upscale fine dining
Splurge: 18-ounce bone-in ribeye with pan-roasted wild mushrooms ($65/$9).
Offering: Dine-in and carry-out available; reservations highly recommended
8. Mr. B's - A Bartolotta Steakhouse
18380 W. Capitol Dr., Brookfield, (262) 790-7005
bartolottas.com/mr-b-s-steakhouse/brookfield
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Atmosphere: Upscale steakhouse
Splurge: Porterhouse for two: 44-ounce steak cooked in their wood-burning oven with choice of two potato dishes, one side and one sauce ($110).
Offering: Dine-in available; reservations highly recommended
9. Rare Steakhouse
833 E. Michigan St., (414) 273-7273
raresteaks.com
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Atmosphere: Upscale steakhouse
Splurge: Olive-fed Sanuki Farm Wagyu beef ($48 per ounce, minimum of two ounces)
Offering: Dine-in available; reservations highly recommended; limited carry-out menu available for lunch and dinner
10. The Steakout
6300 Industrial Loop, Greendale, (414) 421-7200
greendalesteakout.com
Atmosphere: Dimly lit, supper club feel, open flame grill in dining room
Splurge: Char-grilled filet or prime rib with 10-ounce lobster tail plus choice of soup or salad, Italian bread, relishes and choice of side ($54)
Offering: Dine-in and carry-out available; reservations highly recommended
11. Stella Van Buren
550 N. Van Buren St., (414) 847-5622
stellavanburen.com
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Atmosphere: Bright, airy, upscale modern
Splurge: Splurge: Opt for the Chef's select cut (market price, average $30-$60) or the 18-ounce 35 day dry-aged bone-in ribeye ($52).
Offering: Dine-in and carry-out available; reservations highly recommended
12. Ward's House of Prime
540 E. Mason St., (414) 223-0135
wardshouseofprime.com
Atmosphere: Upscale steakhouse
Splurge: Surf and Turf featuring a 12-ounce South Australian lobster tail and 18-ounce bone-in ribeye ($139).
Ultra splurge: If you’re feeling especially hungry, you could try your hand at eating the 360-ounce (no lie) "Good Golly Miss Molly" cut of prime rib for $545, with a chance to be listed on the Ward’s Prime Rib Hall of Fame. One person conquered the beast in one sitting.
Offering: Dine-in and both family style or fixed price carry-out available
Lori is an avid cook whose accrual of condiments and spices is rivaled only by her cookbook collection. Her passion for the culinary industry was birthed while balancing A&W root beer mugs as a teenage carhop, fed by insatiable curiosity and fueled by the people whose stories entwine with each and every dish. She’s had the privilege of chronicling these tales via numerous media, including OnMilwaukee and in her book “Milwaukee Food.” Her work has garnered journalism awards from entities including the Milwaukee Press Club.
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