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Best Contemporary American Restaurants in Whitefish Bay

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A photo of MOXIE Food + Drink restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1438)
££££
• Contemporary American • Whitefish Bay
Booked 11 times today
Fantastic birthday dinner, amazing dessert, and great service!
A photo of Buckley's Restaurant & Bar restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(627)
££££
• Contemporary American • Milwaukee
Booked 18 times today
Always an enjoyable experience. One of our favorites and we look forward to our next visit. We would highly recommend to anyone.
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4.9
Exceptional(1425)
££££
• Contemporary American • Milwaukee
Booked 13 times today
An absolutely spectacular first time at Birch! The tasting menu was a creative and tasty display of the talented staff! I’ll being coming back soon
A photo of Third Coast Provisions restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1461)
££££
• Contemporary American • Milwaukee
Booked 2 times today
We had an amazing time at Third Coast Provisions celebrating my brother’s Gotcha Day! From start to finish, the experience was wonderful. For starters, we had the PEI mussels and raw oysters. Chef Mitch was kind enough to substitute the nduja butter for the pothole butter in the mussels, and they were fantastic. It was also my brother’s first time trying raw oysters, and he really enjoyed them, especially with the white wine mignonette. For our entrees, I ordered the Alaskan halibut and my brother had the mushroom Marsala. The halibut was fresh, cooked to perfection, and beautifully plated. My brother said the mushroom Marsala was absolutely delicious and one of the best pasta dishes he has ever had. To make the celebration even more special, Chef Mitch surprised us with chai banana caramel crème brûlée and seasonal berries and cream for my brother’s Gotcha Day. It was such a thoughtful and memorable touch! Our bartender, Tom, was also truly excellent. He crafted fantastic drinks and provided outstanding service throughout our visit. Thank you to the entire team for making such a special celebration even more memorable. We will definitely be back!
A photo of Anchorage - Holiday Inn Riverfront restaurant
3.3
Good(26)
££££
• Contemporary American • Milwaukee
Food was good to very good, except the three cheese truffle flatbread, which was very plain, missing any truffle flavor and seemed to be topped with the cheapest grated parm. Service was ok, could be better. I don't think a single finished plate was cleared until we left the table. Service was courteous, at least. Admittedly, I was annoyed that they claimed not to take reservations, even though I had a reservation on OpenTable. It just wasn't a good look for our birthday dinner, kind of embarrassing and awkward. We enjoyed the outdoor area; firepit, giant jenga, giant Connect 4, bag toss, comfy seating, live music. Overall, good.
A photo of The Studio Kitchen & Cocktails restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1015)
££££
• Contemporary American • Milwaukee
Booked 21 times today
Short ribs, Big Boy burger, Baked goat cheese with tomato jam, Caeser salad, crème brûlée and wine. Great service by TJ. Told him our time frame to go to the concert. Timed perfectly. All good done perfectly.
A photo of Bacchus – A Bartolotta Restaurant restaurant
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4.8
Exceptional(2485)
££££
• Contemporary American • Milwaukee
Booked 19 times today
The layered flavors on the halibut dish were phenomenal. Highly recommend the chefs tasting menu, everything was cooked perfectly and had tremendous flavour, but the halibut was out of this world.
A photo of Don's TV & Repair restaurant
4.4
Awesome(1797)
££££
• Contemporary American • Milwaukee
Booked 43 times today
Most definitely one of the favs shops. A must try. 👌 i will be visiting again soon
A photo of The Knick restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2297)
££££
• Contemporary American • Milwaukee
Booked 20 times today
The food and drinks were absolutely delicious. Will definitely return when I’m in town.
A photo of Merriment Social restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1026)
££££
• Contemporary American • Milwaukee
Booked 8 times today
We have a monthly Brunch Club and this was where we chose to go for our recent get-together. We celebrated a birthday and the wait/kitchen staff were so sweet and took the cake for us and cut it. The service was exceptional and the food was delicious. It was a bit loud but it was good energy. We will definitely come back.

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  • MoniqueGold
    Wisconsin •40 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    What a fantastic evening. Everything was perfect, from the martinis, salads and entrees (short ribs and scallop shrimp scampi). Our server was amazing and timed everything just right. Cheers!
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    MOXIE Food + Drink$$$$• Contemporary American• Whitefish Bay
    4.8
  • Ben
    Wisconsin •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    An absolutely spectacular first time at Birch! The tasting menu was a creative and tasty display of the talented staff! I’ll being coming back soon
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    Birch - Milwaukee$$$$• American• Milwaukee
    4.9
  • CarlosGold
    Atlanta •19 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    The food and drinks were absolutely delicious. Will definitely return when I’m in town.
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    The Knick$$$$• Contemporary American• Milwaukee
    4.6
  • Meghan
    Chicago / Illinois •20 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 5 Sept 2026
    Our server Michael was phenomenal. Very hospitable and had great service and recommendations. We enjoyed our experience here! Thanks Michael!
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    Oak Barrel Public House$$$$• Contemporary American• Milwaukee
    4.7
  • MrPants
    Wisconsin •7 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on 12 Jul 2019
    Food was good to very good, except the three cheese truffle flatbread, which was very plain, missing any truffle flavor and seemed to be topped with the cheapest grated parm. Service was ok, could be better. I don't think a single finished plate was cleared until we left the table. Service was courteous, at least. Admittedly, I was annoyed that they claimed not to take reservations, even though I had a reservation on OpenTable. It just wasn't a good look for our birthday dinner, kind of embarrassing and awkward. We enjoyed the outdoor area; firepit, giant jenga, giant Connect 4, bag toss, comfy seating, live music. Overall, good.
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    Anchorage - Holiday Inn Riverfront$$$$• Contemporary American• Milwaukee
    3.3

Discover best Contemporary American restaurants in Whitefish Bay

Explore the vibrant dining scene of Whitefish Bay in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, where Contemporary American cuisine takes center stage, reflecting the area's culinary diversity and innovation. This selection of restaurants in Whitefish Bay offers a delightful array of flavors and dishes that cater to various dietary preferences, ensuring a satisfying meal for every guest. Each establishment is renowned for its commitment to quality, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients to craft dishes that are both delicious and visually appealing. These restaurants also boast unique, stylish settings that enhance the dining experience, from cozy, intimate layouts to more expansive, elegantly designed spaces. Service is top-notch, with staff who are knowledgeable about the menu and eager to make recommendations, adding a personal touch to your meal. Whether you're looking for a casual dining spot or a more sophisticated ambiance, Whitefish Bay's Contemporary American restaurants offer a perfect blend of comfort and refinement. In summary, the dining scene in Whitefish Bay is a testament to Milwaukee's rich culinary culture, offering a variety of choices that appeal to locals and visitors alike who are seeking exceptional food and a memorable dining experience.

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