Valentine’s Day in Milwaukee: Dining Guide
Milwaukee is the perfect backdrop for a romantic Valentine's Day. Whether you're seeking a casual night out with friends, a sophisticated date night, or a cozy evening with your loved one, our diverse group of restaurants has something for everyone.
Onesto | Historic Third Ward
Vibe: Romantic, classic, cozy
Menu Highlights
Baked Brie for Two: crostini, pomegranate, thyme
Tortellini: mushroom duxelles, truffle cream, shaved truffle
Strawberry Roll Cake: olive oil cake, strawberry jam, vanilla Chantilly, white chocolate ganache
Drinks
Amore Spritz: bitter, citrus, raspberry, soda
Cherry Pistachio Old Fashioned: pistachio orgeat, black cherry, bitters
Strawberry Chocolate Espresso Martini: espresso, strawberry, chocolate
The Edison | Historic Third Ward
Vibe: Elevated, timeless, Speakeasy-inspired
Menu Highlights
Shrimp Cocktail: black tiger shrimp, chili cocktail sauce
Seared Scallops: squash purée, apple gremolata, brown butter crumb
Prime Rib: parsnip purée, onion gravy, truffle butter Yorkshire pudding
Drinks
Lovebug Martini: strawberry, lemon, rose
From Manhattan with Love: rye, vermouth, bitters
Lover’s Desire: chocolate, amaretto, maraschino
The Bridgewater | Milwaukee's Harbor District
Vibe: Classic, elevated, Riverfront
Menu Highlights
Grilled Oysters: Champagne butter, herbed panko
Truffle Arancini: mushroom duxelle, truffle aioli, Grana Padano
Fondue for Two: Gruyère, potatoes, asparagus, sourdough, apple, andouille
Duck Breast: tea-smoked, duck fat potato, blackberry Banyuls jus
Chilean Sea Bass: saffron broth, sausage, spinach, mussels
Drinks
Champagne: Moët, Dom Pérignon, Veuve Clicquot, Lilbert-Fils
Smoked Barrel Aged Old Fashioned: bourbon, bitters, demerara
Love Potion: strawberry vodka, pomegranate, prosecco
Blue Bat Kitchen | Historic Third Ward
Vibe: Fun, casual, shareable
Menu Highlights
Crabcake Sliders | potato buns, Cajun remoulade, greens
Lobster Bao | brown butter aioli
Handheld Sampler | steak handheld, hot honey bao, Cajun, Baja, mushroom barbacoa, FGT
Smoke Shack | Historic Third Ward
Vibe: Casual & low-key Valentine’s night
Valentine’s Date Night Special
Side Salad
Smoked Beef Tenderloin | Served with mashed potatoes and baby carrots
Bottle of Date Night Champagne
Special Valentine’s Cocktails
Honey Berry Bourbon Smash | bourbon, lemon juice, honey syrup, strawberry puree, mint
Crimson Kiss Mule | vodka, lime juice, raspberry syrup, ginger beer
Cherry Me, Whiskey | Jack Daniels, amaretto, vanilla, Pepsi, cherry
And more!
