★ 5

We went for our 4th anniversary dinner! Zoey and Isabella made sure our experience was absolutely perfect. We did the 6 course chef’s tasting menu and I would do it again in a heartbeat. My favorite of the courses was the Hudson canyon sea scallops. An absolutely perfect night!

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★ 5

Fantastic experience. Everything was superb. From the ambiance to the service to the food it was all excellent. Thank you!

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★ 5

The very best gourmet culinary experience! The tasting menu was incredible and the service was impeccable! Definitely my favorite restaurant!

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★ 5

We loved it! We came in from Chicago for a concert and wanted an elevated experience at a restaurant . Bacchus was just that. Elegant and sophisticated. The cheese plate in the beginning was delicious, the halibut and filet were perfect. The cocktails were well crafted and balanced without being too sweet. The Pinot I had was exactly what I wanted. If we come back in town, we will definitely make this out go to spot.

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★ 5

Had a great anniversary dinner tonight. Nick and Eva took very good care of us. Don’t sleep on the molten chocolate hazelnut cake. It’s one of the best desserts they have.

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★ 5

Food was delicious! Options for 3 course or 6 course meal or a la carte. Highly recommend for date night or prior to the symphony

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★ 5

This restraunt really emphasizes fine dining. Whether it's the waiting staff, decor, or food, the entire experience feels very high class. We celebrated our 5 year anniversary here this weekend and it was an unforgettable experience. The three course dinner was delicious and our wine paired seemlessly. We spent two hours here and it seemed to slip away before a blink. Truly wonderful dinner. Recommend!!

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★ 5

a perfect place to celebrate our anniversary. delicious, wonderful service, our tasting menu came out at such a good pace (not too slow!), and we had a master sommelier recommend wines come on now!!

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★ 4

Good food! Good service nothing over the top but a nice place for any occasion!

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★ 5

Dining feels filling, friendly, and authentic

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★ 5

What a wonderful evening. Kudos to the entire team it was very enjoyable. Neal and his assistant/partner may be the best one-two combination in the city. Always attentive without hovering. Great suggestions and very professional. We did both the three course tasting menu and chefs tasting and it was all incredible. The scallops, blueberry salad, octopus and waygu just sublime. Pasta course was amazing and dessert was excellent. Highly recommend the wine pairing.

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★ 5

We had a family dinner date and they couldn’t have made us feel more comfortable and welcome! Kimberly was the absolute best!

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★ 5

My daughter and I were enjoyed our birthdays together. Service was delightful. Super accommodating. Recommendations from the staff were perfect.

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★ 5

Eva and Kimberly were amazing to us!

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★ 5

I came here with my wife for my 40th birthday and I'm so happy I did. We ordered the six course meal. The food was delicious and the service was excellent. The cocktails were fantastic. I left very, very full. It was such a wonderful experience.

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★ 5

A bit on the pricier side but very, very good. Perfect for a big occasion or important business meal.

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★ 5

We were visiting from DC and decided we wanted a fine-dining experience while in Milwaukee. We opted for the 6 course tasting menu with the wine pairings. Everything was outstanding from start to finish, including the service. Highly recommend.

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★ 5

Lovely establishment. Awesome service, excellent food, personable staff. A win all the way around.

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★ 5

Felt very welcomed when we entered

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★ 1

Starters: potato and leak soup was very bland and needed more dimension and had more plastic in it than I ordered. Ravioli was decent.
Main course: organic chicken was moist for sure but not much flavor. The jus also needed more flavor. Short rib was slightly dry and charred it took over the flavor of the dish.
Dessert: pretty good....
Service was great. Very on top of our needs. Never felt rushed.
Overall when spending a certain amount of money on an experience you should be able to expect all of the components to be there. The current menu is not it.

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★ 5

We were there to celebrate our birthdays. We had the Tasting Menu. It was delicious.

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★ 5

The food is delicious, atmosphere relaxing and service exceptional!

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★ 5

The food was amazing. The veal ravioli was so good. It was everything that you hope for and expect from a Bartolotta restaurant.

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★ 5

If you want a delightful food tasting, this is the place to go in Milwaukee. The food always surprises us and the service is great.

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We went to the restaurant because it had great reviews. But it was not at all. We arrived at 6 p.m. as a group of four. There were three adults and one child. My mother-in-law ordered a tasting menu, and we ordered steaks. The child was given a three-course menu. An hour passed, and we only received a cheese board. After 2:40 hours, we finally received our steaks and chicken. The Australian wagyu steak was burnt and it was served with a sauce, so the taste of the steak was lost. The asparagus was very salty. The waiter decided that my child wanted a second glass of lemonade during the meal without asking. She never consulted with us to bring us hot dishes at the same time, as we ordered different menus. The only thing that was excellent was the wine, as they did not produce it. If you order a passion fruit cocktail, don't order it, they won't bring it. It will be something else. The worst experience.

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★ 5

Kimberly was our server and was terrific. Tasting menu was very good and a lot of fun. We went on a Thursday evening to avoid the crowds. It was quiet and perfect for 2 couples celebrating dual birthdays. Valet parking was fantastic. Thanks again;)

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★ 5

Service was amazing

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★ 5

My partner and I went for downtown dining and we loved the service and food options. It’s on the pricier side (food and drinks) but well worth it for a date night.

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★ 5

I loved the name - the Roman god of wine! When I saw the menu, I immediately made a reservation, and it did not disappoint. My husband and I are wine lovers, and we did the 6-course menu with wine pairings. My husband’s not an adventurous eater, but even he loved it! Come hungry!! You will definitely leave happy. We had excellent service from Autumn and Naliah (apologies if I got names wrong). The next time we are in Milwaukee, we will definitely be back!

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★ 5

Kimberly was a rockstar! The food was amazing! Overall experience outstanding!

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★ 4

The ambiance and service were perfect in every way. The food? Meh. Both of us had the 3 course dinner. I had the ravioli app which was very bland. Main course was salmon and lentils which was ok but the fish was sitting in a watery broth which I thought detracted from the texture. My wife had a salad first course which was just mixed greens, cherry tomatoes and carrot strings - ok but not what you go to a nice restaurant for. She had short ribs which were fatty and had a mushy texture. We both had a wonderful molten chocolate dessert. Overall, just ok.

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★ 5

Excellent food and staff. Highly recommend.

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★ 5

Exceptional experience! We chose Bacchus to celebrate our 39th wedding anniversary this week. Quality and service were top-shelf! Highly recommend!

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★ 4

The food was good but the service was very slow. It took 45 minutes to place order. They were more concerned with our wine/drink order. I have gone in the past and had a pleasant experience.

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★ 5

Ambiance, service and extraordinary meal makes Bacchus a perfect spot for a special celebration.

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★ 5

We treated ourselves to the 6-course chef’s menu for my 60th birthday and it was delightful. Every course was really good and a couple were transcendent (the pork bolognese and the kiwi dessert). But we’ve come to expect delicious food from a Bartolotta establishment. What we didn’t expect is that the music absolutely slapped. Weird thing to mention, I know, But it made such a difference in making it fun rather than stuffy as fancy food can sometimes feel. The playlist had everything from obscure 60s R&B to French electronica to Future Islands. My Shazam got as much use as my taste buds did. It was all really great.

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★ 5

My boyfriend and I did the Chef’s Tasting menu and it was incredible from start to finish. Every single course was amazing but our favorites were the Guajillo-Glazed Octopus with pork belly and the Hudson Canyon Sea Scallop! We’ve been sleeping on this spot and can’t wait to go back to order a-la carte or do the three course menu! I highly recommend!!

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★ 5

Another great three course brunch for Mother’s Day

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We had a bad experience with Bacchus and I don't think they deserve the 4.7 stars they currently have. For the cost and level of food, the service was quite lacking. We had to wait at the bar for our reservation but nobody paid attention to us there. When we were finally seated at a table, we had to wait yet another 20 or so minutes before anyone came to take our orders. This in spite of me asking for the wine list, which should have hinted for a high bill and should have prompted their staff to take care of us quickly. Our tab was quite high in the end and I just can't make an excuse for the way we were initially treated. I had to go get a waiter's attention to get any service, which was quite embarrassing. The manager then came and instead of apologizing for the wait and poor staff reaction, especially since the place was quite empty for a Saturday night at dinner time, she started asking questions about my brief interaction with the waitress to get any attention. Apparently feedback and not being happy with their lack of service is not something they value at this restaurant. After a brief discussion with no apologies the manager then assigned us a waiter that actually took very good care of us and we ended up having a good time. I will call Bartolotta's management to alert them about the way their staff treated us initially and hope this never happens again to other people.

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The experience at Bacchus has unfortunately declined over the last few years. The food is no longer as special as it once was and the service has declined to be on par with or below most sit down restaurants.

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★ 5

I was thoroughly impressed! This was my first time dining here, and the experience exceeded my expectations. Neil was incredibly kind and patient, especially with our large group. He took the time to understand our needs and made sure everyone felt taken care of. I really appreciated how he accommodated my gluten-free restriction with a thoughtful alternative. His service—and the entire team’s—was exceptional. I’ll definitely be back and can’t wait to try the Belle-Hélène again!

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★ 5

Top notch service from Neil. Highly recommend this place.

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★ 5

We had dinner last night to celebrate the wedding of two of my dearest friends. In addition to the phenomenal food, our servers Kimberly and Zoe were outstanding! They were engaged with our entire party and so very attentive. Thank you for a wonderful dining experience. We'll be back June 7th to celebrate with 40 more people!

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★ 5

Very good food, staff is very friendly. Would definitely come back again!

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★ 5

Excellent service.

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★ 5

Definitely recommend.

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★ 4

Great experience.

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★ 5

Absolutely phenomenonal.

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★ 5

We reserved the Lakeview Dining Room for our Board of Directors dinner and they all raved about their experience. They said the room was beautiful, the food was outstanding, and the service was impeccable! We will definitely hold another event there. Thank you!

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★ 5

Overall, great food, service, and experience. Highly recommended. We had a rocky start when our group of ten got seated 45 minutes after our reservation time, but the staff recovered with great service. The owner even came out to check in with us. The foie gras, tempura mushrooms, and cheese plate were standout appetizers. The filet, veal medallion, organic chicken and short rib were excellent. Our Italian exchange student daughter loved the Bolognese. The molten lava cake and sorbets were also great. Our waiter Alan made us feel like we were his only table. Thanks, Bacchus!

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★ 5

Will return soon.

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★ 5

My wife and I wanted to go someplace special to celebrate our 32nd anniversary. Bacchus was amazing. The entire experience was fantastic from start to finish. Everything we ate was made to perfection.

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★ 4

Exceeded expectations.

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★ 4

Top quality.

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★ 4

Top quality.

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★ 5

Great experience.

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★ 5

Highly recommended!

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★ 5

Will return soon.

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★ 4

Exceeded expectations.

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★ 5

Great experience.

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★ 5

New menu offerings as of 2/20/25 are incredible. Salad, first course and mains were something I could write more about if I was an actual writer. I had the scallops and the wife had the filet. Both were amazing dishes and should be tried.

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★ 5

Victoria K. from the bar staff recommended this place to me and my girlfriend and I am so glad she did. From start to finish the night was incredible, tasty, and worth every penny. 10/10 experience not a single thing didn't exceed my expectations. The steaks we ordered were cooked to perfection. The valet was only a measly $6. coming back soon and often!! Zoe and Anthony, our servers, also went above and beyond.Every need and question we had was met and addressed in under a minute of coming up. Fantastic place.

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★ 5

Absolutely delicious food. From the amuse bouche to the citrus tart, we were completely satisfied with the taste, texture, appearance, and temperature of the meal. Our order: the apple salad which, alone, will knock your socks off; we loved the perfectly presented and wonderfully prepared black cod. We tried the pecan financier and the citrus tart. Both were fabulous. Go for the tart, first. We had a special meal at this very special Milwaukee restaurant. We wanted to experience Bacchus’ new menu. They knocked it out of the park!

The service here was excellent, too. Our servers, Zoe and Lis gave us helpful guidance regarding our menu choices. I hope you’ll give this place a try. We will be back!!

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★ 3

Food was okay. It's not fine dining in a way that wows you. Service was average. It doesn't help that they called at 8:30 pm, 3 hours after our meal to ask for the receipt to determine tips. The receipt that I left behind on the table which they lost somehow. On the phone, staffs insisted on higher tips than the standard 15%. Please consider that higher tips is for exceptional service.
This was extremely unprofessional, and it's a shame this is considered "fine dining" in Milwaukee. Needless to say I won't consider any Bartolotta services in the future.

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★ 1

This Resteraunt is pretentious and are downright racist. Due to miscommunication by one of their staff members after spending over 400 dollars there they do not allow a pleasured environment. If visiting please do not go to this Resteraunt as their service is piss poor.

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★ 5

We came here the other night for a delayed birthday dinner and it was phenomenal! Every dish and cocktail we had was better than the last.

I can personally recommend the chicken and the plum cocktail. If they are available when you go you won't be disappointed.

A special shout-out should be given to their vegetarian options and for our server Liz - she was warm and extremely helpful!

We will most assuredly be coming back

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★ 5

Very classy, our waitstaff was great and the food was divine!

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Awful manager who doesn’t communicate

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★ 3

Our food was very good. We ate the duck dumplings, apple salad, filet mignon, lamb, chocolate truffle and pecan desserts. Unfortunately, the wine I ordered to accompany my filet was forgotten until we had finished our desserts, and we were never offered coffee. We observed what we assumed to be the manager check in with every table near us at the end of their meal, and he passed us by twice without a word, even though we were only one of 5 tables occupied when we left. We won’t be Bacchus.

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★ 5

A wonderful experience. Great food. Amazing, warm service. We were touched.

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★ 5

I’m giving 5 stars because I think this place has potential.
Service all around was great, but our server personally wasn’t amazing. They pre bussed, very kind, and helpful!
Food just missed the ball… wagyu covered in sauce, no flavor in the appetizers…. Out of the 6 items we had, we did not finish one of them.
Super bummer.
I would have told our server, but he really never checked in on our experience.

I wish this place much success, but hopefully they can work on the food!

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★ 5

Wow! The food, drinks and service are just incredible!

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★ 5

Beautiful atmosphere, top service and incredible food. This is some of the best Milwaukee has to offer for excellent dining. We enjoyed a spectacular New Year’s Eve dinner and we will definitely return.

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For starters… I called before our reservation to ask an extremely simple question regarding service for new years night... in which the woman who answered the phone immediately started talking over me, didn’t even answer my question, and got me off the phone as fast as she could; abruptly hanging up on me. I understand they were probably busy, but this is no way to treat a customer about to spend $300 on dinner. It made me hesitant to even make the drive to Bacchus, but unfortunately we did anyway since traditionally we are fans of this place.

Also, Not sure if we went on “new hire orientation day” or what, but our overall experience was horrible. We have been to this restaurant multiple times and have loved it, but our most recent experience on New Year’s Eve was just awful. $125 a person up charge for a 3 course meal, and our waiter would have lost his own rear end if it wasn’t attached. Came back 3 separate times asking questions about our 2 simple drinks we ordered.. then started dropping things on the floor.. never picked up our used silverware for the next dish.. etc. we had an empty bread basket in the center of our table for the entire meal. That wasn’t overly concerning, however, you expect more from this type of place. Why else would we spend that kind of money for an hour experience? I had to cut my steak with a butter knife. A $300 meal, cutting steak with a butter knife.. just unbelievable… In summary, It felt as if we had the wait staff of a red lobster.

Second, the food. Again, $125 per person for a 3 course meal, and I was extremely disappointed. I ordered oysters which came on a bed of salt, in which had overflown the shell and completely ruined the taste. They were disgusting. Next was my charred wagyu, which genuinely tasted like the most average cut of meat I have ever eaten, and I only received a few ounces of it. The only saving grace was the truffle dessert which was delicious.

Basically, we paid over $300 for a tasty dessert. Absolutely nothing else stood out and our wait staff was completely amateur and from the second we walked in ruined our experience. We will be taking our business elsewhere from now on the next time we’d like a nice meal. I strongly recommend seeking other options before you give this place your money.

Also, just one last little comment, they asked if we were celebrating anything, and it happened to be my birthday. So naturally, we entered that into our reservation.. only to have no sort of mention of it whatsoever during our dinner. Now Believe me, I am not 5 years old and I don’t need a birthday candle, but why even ask the customer if you completely ignore them anyway..? Just seemed extremely unprofessional. “It’s the thought that counts” goes so much further these days than people realize. We both felt like just another link in the chain during this experience being squeezed for every last cent Bacchus could get from us (the valet guy pressures you to tip him totaling $10 to park your car 10 feet anyway even if you want to park it yourself)

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This used to be my favorite restaurant by far until covid when they changed their menu to a “X-course” meal type thing. Not a fan at all. Very limiting and forced.

Service is always excellent. Food quality used to be and was incredible. Menu change and atmosphere (new decor) absolutely got a good thing wrecked. My .02

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★ 3

This restaurant group has made its name around great food and service. We had the 5 course meal and wine pairing. Wine was good, food was average and left hungry, service was average.

Not what I would have expected from past experiences.

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Very disappointing food. The dishes were prepared poorly - under-salted bolognese pasta that made it hit rich but completely underwhelming, a weird grey looking filet mignon that lacked texture and taste, and a very funky smelling and undercooked salmon. Our table enjoyed the lamb, tuna, and dumplings but the majority of our dishes were almost not worth eating. We paid $500 for a party of 4 to have the 3 course menu and 1 drink each. The atmosphere is elevated but sterile and stiff with bright lighting. Service was friendly. Cannot recommend.

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★ 5

Beautiful Anniversary dinner with the babes and a special thank you for the modifications to the wine pairings for the tasting menu. The mocktails were imaginative and delicious as was every morsel introduced to us.

Will return, already recommending 🥂

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★ 5

fantastic. recommend 100 times over. Zoe was phenomenal and very knowledgeable with the menu, and recommended some great items! forsure get the dumplings

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★ 5

It's always a great time here. Service is always on point. Food is beyond delicious, and drinks are superb!!

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★ 5

Amazing prix fixe and service in a vintage classy lakefront highrise. What a wonderful memorable experience.

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★ 5

Went here with my girlfriend on 10/6/2024 for the first time. We had never done anything close to fine dining before, so it was an experience.

Put a negative taste in the beginning because there's no parking lot right there. You can valet for $6 + tip. Otherwise we found parking on the street for free just across the way.

Once we found the place though, it was nice. Warm greetings, beautiful ambiance. Not crowded at all, but not dead. It was just right. Alan and Autum served us. Really really nice people.

Right away we were asked if there was any allergies. My girlfriend is lactose intolerant (and vegetarian which is a part of the reason we drove 3 hours to come here) and they let the chef know. That was really cool. They brought her out so different menu for vegetarians

After placing our order, we were surprised by a small sample of little something. Goat cheese tart for me and tomatoe salad for my girlfriend. Wasn't expecting it, but it was nice.

The food......I could get all 3 courses of pastrami. I've never ever ever had a taste like that. It was like a firework in my mouth

Honestly, the price wasn't terrible either. Something $146 for 2 people ( we do not drink alcohol though mind you) slapped $200 down and took off.

Overall, fantastic experience and I would definitely recommend.

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★ 5

The lamb was the best, most tender cut of meat I have had in years. The duchess was a nice autumny drink and the server was very attentive. Will definitely have to return.

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We came to celebrate a retirement, guests from all over the world. We expected to have a grand time, the only thing holding us back was service, the setting and the vibe. First let me say food was good.
But at the start, service didn’t know how to take drink orders, asking the table, “can I get any drinks for anyone?”, like we’re at a beer-bar?!
Also, we’re seated at a table that feels like we’re in a hallway?! This place faces the eastern lakeshore, yet we can’t see outside at all. Furthermore, there are very few tables seated, so the place feels like a vacuum. Dull and dead.
Somewhere in the midst of getting entrees, we asked about bread, we’re told conflicting things. One, you can order bread, and another, we’re short on bread, we have some but not much. Then out-of-no-where, two tiny baskets appear…for a table of 14!!! Its nuts.
Dinners were very good, albeit not hot, filets came first (2of them), then a minute or so later the halibut showed up(3of these) then the rest showed up at odd intervals. All not hot, but done well.
Drinks were hard to come by, very confusing, and really no table service after dinners were finally brought out. I don’t recall any server ever asking our table if everything was alright.
Desserts served, no offer of coffee/tea, cocktails etc.
Bill was presented, paid, and overall an exceptionally off-nite for what was supposed to be a nice celebration for a global company.

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★ 5

Absolutely fantastic, from the service, to the drinks, and the food.

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The tradition of quality food and service was evident at this Bartolla restaurant. If you are looking for a fine dining location, make sure to add the Bacchus to your list. Enjoy 😉

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This review comes with thought, not written in haste, and after a two-day reflection on our experience.

For the select few who can appreciate and afford it, fine dining is an immersive and cherished experience. For others it is unattainable. For me, with friends in town from Europe, and as my wife and I celebrated our 10th wedding anniversary, it was a moment to appreciate (and yes, save up for). Without drowning this review in a personal narrative of disappointment, here is a bulleted list of why this experience was poor, and why, understandably, the restaurant was about half-full on a Saturday night.

1. Our servers were inexperienced - one even told us so. Throughout the night they 1) Could not explain certain components of our meal; 2) Twice served courses without our entire party seated, the second time after a reminder; 3) They were unable to accommodate any modifications to the menu; and 4) Despite asking, showed no further interest in the uniqueness of our table and what we were celebrating.

2. Bacchus has a tasting menu. For a restaurant group as high-quality as Bartolotta one would expect a wider selection of awesome items. Bacchus did not. I read somewhere that this was switched over during COVID and never returned. Unsure, but the tasting menu was not only limited but very unmemorable. In fact, there wasn't a single course that wowed anyone at the table.

3. Value. Though we had saved up for the night, our experience fell far short of the $300+ bill (even with low-end wine selections). I honestly felt guilty after paying.

Mr. B's is great. Ristorante Bartolotta, great. Etc. Bacchus? Disappointing at best.

**FOLLOW-UP** As a point of clarification, the restaurant posted a response asking me to email them with my contact information. I contacted them - twice - and never heard from them.

**FINAL FOLLOW-UP** The restaurant did eventually contact me; we had a wonderful conversation. There was a mix-up over the review follow-up communication. Their response was polite and helpful.

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★ 5

Worth every penny!

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★ 5

First time at Bacchus. Will absolutely be back. Wish I had taken pictures! Literally the best halibut I've ever had. Incredible staff. Tasty cocktails. Everything was divine!

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★ 4

用餐氣氛很棒，餐前贈送的小點心也讓人驚艷，開胃菜是章魚，如照片，有水準，但我點的medium red filet,稍硬了些，有點失望

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★ 5

Fine dining at its best -- great food, nice ambiance. Can't go wrong with Bartolottas restaurants!

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★ 5

I am not sure how to express how wonderful this restaurant is. The service is absolutely fantastic. The food was beyond good. I enjoyed everything and cannot recommend it enough!! Wagyu steak was amazing and I personally loved the octopus!

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★ 5

Exceptional service. Really enjoyed the five course tasting menu. Thank you for a wonderful anniversary dinner.

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★ 5

My first fine dining experience and I did not know what to expect. Everything from the atmosphere, to the staff, and the food was outstanding. Each dish was portion just right for your appetite, not underwhelming nor overwhelming. The accompanied special occasion complementaries were amazing, it was a great addition to the three course meal my group chose. I came here for my birthday. Overall, definitely give Bacchus a try, you will not regret it. If the prices are too high, I definitely recommend going for a special event or occasion because when these kinds of events come up, this place and experience is definitely worth celebrating at.

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★ 3

Good atmosphere with a fantastic staff. We tried the three course meal option. The restaurant has some unique menu choices, and we appreciated the waiters recommendations. Overall the food was good, but nothing stood out as exceptional. The three course menu, two drinks, and tip came out to about $200. Unfortunately, I don’t think the restaurant’s food really stood out and wasn’t worth the price. Not opposed to returning, but it wouldn’t be our first choice for upscale dining in Milwaukee.

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★ 5

One of the best meals of my entire life. Wonderful wine selection, amazing duck dumplings, the filet mignon was to die for with the smoked potato? *fugbeddaboudit*

SO good

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★ 5

Excellent food and service. The flavors and wine paring were spot on. If you are a foodie, GO!!

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★ 5

Ellegent, beautiful, and friendly. I am so glad we dined here for our anniversary!

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★ 2

We visited Bacchus on multiple occasions, our last during Milwaukee’s downtown dining week with high expectations, given its reputation. Unfortunately, the experience didn’t live up to the hype. Despite a promising start with a delightful sunchoke bisque, the pea risotto was bland and under-seasoned. I saw another review also wrote the same. Service delays were noticeable, with a 40-minute wait past our reservation time and slow initial service. The main courses, however, were ok. After multiple visits, I would pay the price tag for this place. While the atmosphere was pleasant, the overall experience, especially for the price, lacked the perfection expected from such a prestigious venue. I appreciated the ambiance, but this is a perfect case of buying the brand and no quality.

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★ 5

We went for a rehearsal dinner, and everything was amazing. The waiter and waitress were great and even got my teenage boys to try new food.

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★ 5

Really good dining experience. Good food, lovely service.

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★ 5

Absolutely the best service and food . Put this place on your list when you visit Milwaukee!

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★ 4

Beautiful location. Fantastic atmosphere. Good service. The food overall was good.

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★ 4

We love to try out Milwaukee restaurants during downtown dining week. We were so excited when Bacchus was a part of it! Unfortunately it was a little bit of a let down for the price of the meal. We had to wait 20 minutes past our reservation time before we were seated, and we had to wait another 5 minutes until a server stopped by once we sat down. We finally got our drinks and appetizers. I was very happy with the sunchoke bisque, but the pea risotto was not good. It was disappointing to get such a flavorless dish, it really needed salt and pepper. The main course was the highlight. We liked the steak as well as the salmon a lot. The flourless chocolate cake and the lemon curd desserts were also tasty. Overall, I thought for the price and prestige of this restaurant, everything should have been perfect, and it just didn't quite hit the mark. I did like the atmosphere of the restaurant, but I can't see myself going back.

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★ 5

Attended a wedding, not only was the food good, the staff was absolutely impeccable, I've never seen anything like it, I was totally impressed 💯

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★ 5

Very nice restaurant. The food is amazing, and the plating is beautiful. The filet mignon is phenomenal, it melts in your mouth. The white cheddar ice cream and apple pie left me speechless. By far the best dessert, I've ever had. We will definitely come back. It is worth every penny.

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★ 5

Why have I waited for 5 years here in MKE to try this? Tonight, I took my father out to dinner. He is nearly 87 and pretty much loves steak. I'm vegetarian. Therefore, finding a place that has quality food for both of us is a chore. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with kindness. The staff was exceptional. Our waitress, Mayah was as thoughtful, intuitive and fantastic as the best customer service goals could envision. But, the big thing, besides the beautiful, elegant space right across from Lake Michigan, was the meal. Bacchus offers several options for a fixed price meal. And, at $70, it is a serious deal. I found the vegetarian options inspired. I had the LACLARE GOAT CHEESE CURDS: blueberry compote, arugula, smoked walnuts,
macerated blueberry, vanilla, and Tellicherry peppercorn. For my main course I had the butternut squash risotto. And, for afters, the pear and sunflower. My father went straight for the filet mignon. So, the result was a big thumbs up, 5 stars. Kudos also for actually having a vegetarian menu, being super accommodating to my father in his mobility scooter (holding the doors open, etc.) and lastly, thank you to the valet parking attendant for being so speedy and gracious. Go.

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★ 5

One of the best restaurants those I visited 👌

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★ 5

Great dishes, great service, high quality ingredients, perhaps slightly lacking innovative flavors or presentation, but a great meal.

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★ 5

I had flown into town for my birthday, the best birthday dinner ever. I had gotten the 5 course with wine pairing and that is the best choice. Every few months I come to town and I will be back for another fabulous dinner... worth every penny..

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★ 5

I was there for a dinner event. The decor and atmosphere was immaculate! The room we were in had so much natural light, I think I enjoyed it more than most.

I had the filet, it was 10/10.

Sarah was one of the servers that took care of us and she was incredible.

This place is definitely swanky. Bringing a date here will definitely impress.

You can also see the lake from the room in the photos.

There was also valet parking.

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★ 3

The idea is great, the food not so much. The bland main courses were not satisfying. The bolognese was incredible and so was desert. The waitress even knew bringing out the food stating how great it was (basically telling us it was the highlight) and she was right! The filet should not even be able to be in the same conversation as the bolognese.

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★ 5

This was a birthday treat for me. Hadn't had a "Wow!"meal in awhile. This meal had many Wows. Everything was really good. Staff was friendly, helpful and efficient. Food was so good. And with rewards we had $25 off a bottle of wine. They recognized my birthday with a pretty and delicious dessert. Atmosphere was quiet and pleasant. All around really nice experience.

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★ 5

Full disclosure: I am a Bartolotta employee. Also, everything here is fantastic! Cocktails are inventive yet familiar, the food is excellent and innovative. This is the spot to show off Milwaukee and Bartolotta to a visiting guest.

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★ 5

The dinner I had here was a one to remember. The food was extremely delicious especially the white truffle gnocchi that we even ordered it twice! The selections on the menu pair really well with each other and the portions are also reasonable. Amazing experience, would definitely recommend.

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We celebrated my birthday here last weekend and everything was phenomenal! Our server Sarah and her assistant Zoe were fantastic! They both were very attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. The cocktails were delicious! Our appetizer and our 3 course dinner were to die for! We were so stuffed by the end of our dining experience! We will definitely be back for another indulgent evening!

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Had a lovely time there on New Year’s Eve. Dinner was delicious! Black truffle ravioli was great. Veal soup wasn’t what we expected but it was okay. Scallops is so far the best of all the restaurants I’ve been to! The filet mignon was overcooked when I cut it open but they quickly had it remade and It was cooked perfectly the second time. We loved both dessert, thought chocolate would be really heavy and dense but it melted in your mouth right away and the flavor and sweetness were just perfect for us. Overall it was a great experience. We stayed for the party and really enjoyed our time there. Will be going back to try their regular menu for sure!

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★ 5

Outstanding dining experience.

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★ 5

Ordered the three course meal and everything was cooked to perfection. Isabella was our server and provided exceptional service, in fact the best we ever had. Definitely will be back!

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★ 5

Fantastic upscale dining. I'll be there again! Pork loin and pheasant were the main courses we selected. Perfect in every way!

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Our server, Zoe, was amazing, she was so poised & helped us with pairing & entree decisions, everything tasted so heavenly.

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★ 5

No place better. Service…food….best in MKE.

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★ 5

Excellent food, price is great too for the quality of foods!

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★ 5

Went there for me and my wife’s 5 year anniversary dinner. It was a tremendous experience and truly customer focused. I work in customer service and I can recognize when I see world class service. They included a card for us and also gave us a little surprise cake for dessert. Food and service was excellent. Thank you.

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My husband and I had an amazing evening at Bacchus. We enjoyed the chef's menu with the sommelier pairings for each course. The sommelier, Chris, was in, and he went above and beyond by engaging with us to learn more about the wine pairings and his selection process. Service was polite and efficient while also allowing us to have a leisurely dinner through the five courses. The atmosphere was also impeccable, and we were able to easily converse in a peaceful environment even though there were many other people also dining at the same time. We have a shellfish allergy, and they accomdated us with a different course with ease.

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★ 5

If you are looking to go somewhere to celebrate anything or have an event, I HIGHLY recommend Bacchus.

My group and I had the best time. I had a table of 7 that I made a reservation for. This was for a surprise birthday dinner. I wanted it to be a surprise to the very last second coming to the table, and our host for the evening helped play into it. I was very grateful they played along (not sure who was working Saturday Oct. 14th but thank you! I believe Carolyn/Caroline is the one who helped me set up the rsvp and made all the notes and answered questions leading up to my reservation so thank you!)
The service was amazing. Everyone we made contact with was professional, friendly, and although an upscale environment, kept things light and fun. Also VERY helpful with dietary restrictions (I’m gluten free and I had 2 in my party who were vegetarian). So shoutout to our server (the check had 2 different people listed, Zoe and Isabella) and to her helping hand (I didn’t get her name unfortunately, maybe it was one of the two listed on the check).
The food was incredible and came out very well timed. We all got the 3 course special and we all really enjoyed our dishes. Again, they were very accommodating to allergies and restrictions which is always a huge plus in my book. Even when bringing each dish they would specifically say mine was the gluten free dish which was so very reassuring.
Wine and drinks were wonderful. There was a plum cocktail that especially stood out.

In all, an amazing experience. Thank you to the whole staff for making a special night even more special. The person we were celebrating said it was a night he will remember for the rest of his life.

Thank you Bacchus staff for such a spectacular evening.

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★ 5

We were celebrating a birthday and were made to feel very special.

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★ 5

Expensive, but worth it, especially for a special occasion. Had the 5 course tasting. Food was excellent and courses were timed out nicely. Service was friendly, attentive and knowledgeable. We will definitely be going back.

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★ 5

Always a lovely time here. ❣️🤗

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★ 5

A perfect culinary experience!

The food, service and the attention to detail could not have been better.

All of the people we met, from the hostess to Hailey and Neil were awesome.

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This is our absolute favorite restaurant!! Always amazing, fresh ingredients, creative drinks. Highly recommended!

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★ 5

Excellent meal & experience

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★ 5

Incredible service. Food was excellent with great variety. First class expirience.

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★ 5

Wonderful service
Very good food
I like elegant atmospher

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★ 5

Excellent meal. Incredible service. The perfect place for an upscale date night or celebration meal. The three course menu was a great choice and good value. The wine wine list is extensive but overpriced with only a few moderately priced bottles. This was the one draw back. Our waiter Peter was outstanding. We’ll be back.

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★ 5

Went with a group of friends. I only wish there was the possibility of having appetizers or dishes to try an share in addition to our meals. Overall a great experience.

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★ 5

Excellent dining experience, food, cocktails, service was impeccable!

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★ 5

Fantastic dining experience from start to finish. The 5 course tasting menu with wine pairings was absolute perfection, and staff were all amazing. Some of the best high-end dining in Milwaukee.

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Had an amazing experience. Will be a regulars after our dinner. Highly recommended. Our server Neil, top notch.

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★ 5

This is a spectacular restaurant. Phenomenal food and service every time we go.

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★ 5

We celebrated my brothers birthday and had really helpful and attentive service! And the general manager went above and beyond to help provide and incredible experience :)! Will definitely be coming back!

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★ 5

Always a pleasure to dine here. Great staff, great menu and great wine list. Thanks guys for a memorable experience. See you soon!

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★ 5

The fillet mignon was the best I have ever eaten. The pork was exceptionally prepared with outstanding herbs. Every taste was unique and delicious. Service excellent. I was most pleased.

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★ 4

We enjoyed our evening here, though it was not quite to what we expected. Brightly lit (maybe catering to an older clientele) and very slow on a Saturday night (surprisingly?). Excellent service, beautiful ambience, but food did not quite hit the mark - flavors were on point but some lacking proper executions.

Definite wins on the menu: scallops (delicious broth, perfectly cooked) and mango semifreddo (fresh and well balanced flavors, beautifully presented). However, the octopus and pheasant were not as tender as they should be. Additionally, we found the duck dumplings to be very doughy (would not recommend as a first course) and the honey cake was exceedingly sweet, to the point of being challenging to finish.

Uncertain whether we would return but an enjoyable experience nonetheless. The servers were excellent and appreciated their attentiveness.

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★ 5

Our waitstaff team was super attentive and cheerful and the food was prepared perfectly. They provided complimentary champagne to help celebrate our anniversary.

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★ 5

Such a lovely venue and dinner to celebrate our anniversary ❤️

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Our first time to Bacchus celebrating our anniversary, and we couldn't have had a better experience! Not only did the staff sign a card at our table, but we were treated to some champagne and even left with a little goody bag. The service was fantastic and the tasting menu exceeded my husband's expectations spectacularly. Our only regret was not talking to the Sommelier because we felt intimidated, only to have met Chris after the fact and he was completely approachable. Thanks for the great time and we will definitely be back!

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★ 5

What a delightful evening we had. Wonder house made cocktails, stunning dining room excellent service, and every model of food for our party of 6 was delicious! Try the Halvie cocktail. Named after one of their long term employees John Halvorson.

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Had a great time celebrating my girlfriend’s birthday at Bacchus. The food was outstanding and the service and attention to detail was commendable. Would recommend anyone looking to celebrate a special occasion to choose Bacchus!

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