Bartolotta's Lake Park Bistro is one of The 15 Best Rustic Places in Milwaukee.

1. Bartolotta's Lake Park Bistro

9.2
3133 E Newberry Blvd, Milwaukee, WI
French Restaurant · 26 tips and reviews

Tap MilwaukeeTap Milwaukee: The rustic French food is a delight, with openers such as changing charcuterie like intensely rich duck rillettes, and coquille St. Jacques, the scallops sweet among artichoke, fennel and olives.

Joseph G.Joseph Ghobrial: Desserts are the best here.... highly recommended!

The Wall Street JournalThe Wall Street Journal: In this elegant, porticoed mansion of a restaurant, you can admire the view and the meticulously authentic French traditional food. You wouldn’t find a better confit of duck leg in France itself. Read more.

Smoke Shack is one of The 15 Best Rustic Places in Milwaukee.

2. Smoke Shack

8.6
332 N Milwaukee St (at E St Paul Ave), Milwaukee, WI
BBQ Joint · Historic Third Ward · 105 tips and reviews

Alex M.Alex Morask: MIlwaukee needed this place. Absolutely amazing BBQ. Everything comes right out of the 1000 lb. smoker in back. Try the pulled pork with sweet potato fries and a rustic old fashioned!

Dan S.Dan Saper: This place is just what Milwaukee needs! Fantastic bbq.

Dennis J.Dennis Jenders: Try dipping that pulled pork in the mac and cheese. So very tasty!

Tre Rivali is one of The 15 Best Rustic Places in Milwaukee.

3. Tre Rivali

8.0
200 N Broadway (Broadway), Milwaukee, WI
Mediterranean Restaurant · Historic Third Ward · 6 tips and reviews

A.J. B.A.J. Brahm: Rotating cocktail menu, and great decor. Go with a group and share a charcuterie board and/or other small plates.

Barbara F.Barbara Foulks: Food great and staff very accommodating

Marty O.Marty O.: Merguez Sausage and a bottle of crianza, topped off with strawberry rhubarb pastry & coffee & you’re all set

Milwaukee Waterfront Deli is one of The 15 Best Rustic Places in Milwaukee.

4. Milwaukee Waterfront Deli

8.4
761 N Water St, Milwaukee, WI
Sandwich Spot · Juneau Town · 21 tips and reviews

Stefani K.Stefani K: I had the roasted turkey sandwich on gluten free bread. Loved the sandwich! Not a bad price either. They are quick with service even at the lunch hour and are extremely friendly!

Dave F.Dave Feiss: Great food. The fresh mozzarella sandwich is my favorite. Be sure to loom for familiar faces in the mural upstairs

Brian A.Brian Artka: Good sandwiches for a quick lunch. Forget the chains, eat here if you are around and craving a sammy.

Starbucks is one of The 15 Best Rustic Places in Milwaukee.

5. Starbucks

8.3
4170 N Oakland Ave, Milwaukee, WI
Coffee Shop · 17 tips and reviews

SKSK: Friendly service. :)

AT&TAT&T: You can log on to AT&T Wi-Fi at this Starbucks. It’s free, and they also offer great local content on their Starbucks Digital Network

Phil S.Phil Serak: Pumpkin spice latte with a shot of mocha while people watching on Oakland ave

The Capital Grille is one of The 15 Best Rustic Places in Milwaukee.

6. The Capital Grille

8.7
310 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI
American Restaurant · Kilbourn Town · 30 tips and reviews

Lindsay P.Lindsay Puetz: Creme brulee, burger, flourless chocolate cake=heaven. everything is great! including service :)

Ryan K.Ryan Konicek: For the love of God, get the lobster macaroni cheese...

Powers JewelryPowers Jewelry: Pop the question at this fancy downtown restaurant after shopping for your engagement ring at Powers Jewelry Designers!

Milwaukee Sail Loft is one of The 15 Best Rustic Places in Milwaukee.

7. Milwaukee Sail Loft

8.5
649 E Erie St, Milwaukee, WI
Seafood Restaurant · Historic Third Ward · 31 tips and reviews

Mary V.Mary Vruwink: Burger selection is great! Don't pass up dessert especially the key lime pie

Mark B.Mark Burkholz: Seafood Diabalo is delicious! Beware though if you are sensitive to a little heat.

Nicole B.Nicole Bentley: Seafood Diablo is PHENOMENAL!! Load with seafood and tons of good spice!!!

Zarletti is one of The 15 Best Rustic Places in Milwaukee.

8. Zarletti

8.1
741 N Milwaukee St (Mason St), Milwaukee, WI
Italian Restaurant · Juneau Town · 29 tips and reviews

Jess J.Jess J: Daily specials are amazing. Hit up the house made meatballs and red sauce. Good options on the menu for both vegetarians and carnivores. Don't forget tiramisu to round out any meal.

Tap MilwaukeeTap Milwaukee: If the night's ragu della casa happens to be ground lamb in creamy tomato sauce, don't hesitate. Breaded veal cutlets, crispy at the edges, carry the bright note of lemon.

Brian P.Brian Paulson: They'll let you add seafood or meat to most pasta dishes, just ask!

Starbucks is one of The 15 Best Rustic Places in Milwaukee.

9. Starbucks

7.9
7335 W Good Hope Rd, Milwaukee, WI
Coffee Shop · 27 tips and reviews

MersaydezMersaydez: It has a drive through, which is great. Very quick! The inside is nice and clean and very cozy as well.

Nieama W.Nieama Wooten: Love you star bucks. Mmm!!!!

Nieama W.Nieama Wooten: Its so good ill buy the bag of ground and take it home.samatra is my fave.bold mmm good.

The Iron Horse Hotel is one of The 15 Best Rustic Places in Milwaukee.

10. The Iron Horse Hotel

9.0
500 W Florida St (S 6th St), Milwaukee, WI
Hotel · Walker's Point · 72 tips and reviews

Stacey P.Stacey Poston: the staff here is amazing. forward thinking to solve needs you didn't know you had. porch bar under the 6th street bridge is a great sunset hangout. rooms feature local artists.

AndreiAndrei: There is a lot of history in there, ask for a tour!

VISIT MilwaukeeVISIT Milwaukee: Branded delivers a classic Milwaukee bar experience with a mix of locals and travelers from business suits to biker leathers. Try the DLT ... it's amazing! Read more.

Highlands Cafe is one of The 15 Best Rustic Places in Milwaukee.

11. Highlands Cafe

8.3
1413 N 60th St, Milwaukee, WI
Café · 28 tips and reviews

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Johnathan M.Johnathan Martin: WiFi password is HC1413CSG5924

kindhiker D.kindhiker D-H: Great BLT& Guacamole sandwich, Alterra coffee, great customer service! 5 stars for lunch! I will be back!

Riverfront Pizzeria is one of The 15 Best Rustic Places in Milwaukee.

12. Riverfront Pizzeria

8.0
509 E Erie St (at E. Polk St.), Milwaukee, WI
Pizzeria · Historic Third Ward · 42 tips and reviews

Jessica C.Jessica Chupp: We had a pizza, not sure of it's name, had pesto, mozzarella, and bruschetta topped with shredded basil. Oooooh so good, even our toddler devoured it!

LeeLee: Some of the best pizza

Robbie B.Robbie Burke: I don't know a bigger Ke$ha fan than Andy the bartender. Chat him up about it!

Beans & Barley is one of The 15 Best Rustic Places in Milwaukee.

13. Beans & Barley

9.1
1901 E North Ave (at E Kenilworth Pl), Milwaukee, WI
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Lower East Side · 90 tips and reviews

Leah B.Leah Busse: Almost everything can be made vegan. Sweet potato burrito was amazing, and the Jackrabbit (half fresh orange/carrot)Juice is delicious.

Jason R.Jason Reichel: Come early and don't be afraid to wait on weekends. It's worth it.

Julia E.Julia E.: Walnut Burger. May sound funky, but I assure you that its delish. And, not just for veggies. Order it, try it, love it!

Lulu Cafe is one of The 15 Best Rustic Places in Milwaukee.

14. Lulu Cafe

8.4
2265 S Howell Ave (at S Kinnickinnic Ave), Milwaukee, WI
New American Restaurant · Bay View · 99 tips and reviews

GregGreg: The Mediterranean steak pita has a very good combo of flavors - and I think I like the Asian slaw better than the chips!

Nicole G.Nicole Graf: Great Bayview fun!

Luke G.Luke Gunia: Eat and drink enjoy life.

O'Lydias is one of The 15 Best Rustic Places in Milwaukee.

15. O'Lydias

8.3
338 S 1st St (Florida St), Milwaukee, WI
Beer Garden · 54 tips and reviews

Mary M.Mary M: Ask about the Pedal Tavern! http://www.pedaltavern.com/ This is the first bar on the route. I got a group together for my birthday and it was the best money I have ever spent!

Rick S.Rick Sackett: If you EVER have a bad experience here PLEASE email me at rick@olydias.com. I want all our customers to always leave HAPPY!! Thanks for stopping in!!

MaggsboppMaggsbopp: Reuben rolls. Eat em.