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Tried Buckleys with my family tonight based on a recommendation while visiting Milwaukee. Ordered the fried artichoke, the empanadas and focaccia appetizers, they were all good. For our entrees we ordered the pork chop, chicken marsala and both my son and daughter ordered the pesto pasta. Pork chop and chicken were cooked well but both pastas dishes were very undercooked (seems to be a common occurrence as other reviews mention). They were not “al dente” but rather had a very starchy, hard to chew inedible texture so we brought it up to our server’s attention after the first bite, both dishes were lukewarm. He took both dishes back to the kitchen returning a minute later with an answer from the chef saying “that’s how they cook it and it is correct” which made for a very awkward moment. He offered to either leave us the dishes that he had taken back to the kitchen or that they could remake them. We asked for them to be remade since they were inedible, bringing the remade dishes about 10 minutes later when we were almost done eating our other entrees. The remade pasta was a little better but it still had a harder chew texture than what you would expect, I wouldn’t be surprised if the same pasta was just reheated, just not a good enjoyable dish. In hindsight offering to try a non pasta dish as an alternative would’ve been a better option if that’s how they serve all their pasta dishes. We didn’t say anything else since my kids were hungry and we were also celebrating my sons birthday, the overall experience had already been awkward. We did order the chocolate and carrots cakes for dessert which were very good. No manager came by at any point to check on the situation afterwards which I found odd for this type of restaurant and price point.

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★ 5

We had dinner here on a whim on a recent visit to Milwaukee. I have been dreaming about their food ever since. I had the chicken Marsala and it was the height of comfort on a plate. The service was impeccable. And the atmosphere was delightful; we were lucky enough to walk in late and get a cozy table for two in the window in the bar area. Loved everything about our experience. Will definitely be back!!

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★ 5

Everything seemed fine. It was fine for my needs.

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★ 5

We reserved dinner at Buckley’s based on reviews and it didn’t disappoint. We ordered the carrots appetizer, short rib pasta, and the pork chop. The carrots were so delicious - I usually don’t like carrots but these were fantastic. The short rib pasta was spectacular and the pork chop was very tasty. We also loved the cocktails 🍹 thank you for a great dinner!

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★ 5

I couldn't be happier eating here either at the bar, dinning room or el fresco patio!

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★ 5

Had a great time!!! Food was excellent (chicken Marsala was out of this world) and the bar staff was above and beyond (Christopher, Tyler, and especially our bar tender Hunter!!!!)! We had the most excellent time having dinner and drinks at this venue! Would give 10 stars for service if I could.

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Staff are upbeat, approachable, and consistently helpful

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★ 5

We stopped into the bar on Friday night for a cocktail and we're so glad we did! My curry-infused gin cocktail was absolutely delicious and unique. But what really stood out was the attentive and friendly service from the bartenders. They all checked on us regularly and were helpful in suggesting a great drink choice.

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★ 3

Buckley's is off our list. My husband's fish fry was darkly fried. My carpaccio was dry. The lamb lollipop was excellent. Service was attentive. It's a loud dining room. Annoyed by the little charges. A member of our party added shrimp to her pesto pasta. $9 for two large shrimp. An added sauce was requested . . . $0.50. 3% for credit cards. Ugh, the place was not up to par for the pricing.

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★ 5

Buckley’s is a neighborhood gem and one of my favorite restaurants in Milwaukee. I have been here at least 20 times over the last 7 years, and I’ve never been disappointed. The cocktails, the approachable and affordably-priced wine list, the friendly service, and of course, the amazing food. Be sure to get the focaccia, the octopus toasta, the truffled artichokes, and a cocktail (or 4). I am not a dessert person, but I never leave here without having the carrot cake or flourless chocolate cake.

On our last trip, Jess was our server and we had a fabulous time. Cheering for them to reopen for brunch!

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★ 5

Great dessert, food and atmosphere.

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Decor highlights industrial chic with colorful accents

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★ 5

All around a favorite in Downtown!
Fresh mushroom pasta, empanadas, carrot cake, and salmon entree were phenomenal.

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★ 5

This is such a cute restaurant! The decor is so nice, and the service has always been pleasant and helpful. The salmon was delicious, and I also really liked the mushroom pasta dish. Would definitely recommend going, and it is easy to make a reservation!

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★ 5

Our server Sophia was outstanding! The Smashburger and fries are enough for 2 to share! Outdoor seating atmosphere with flowers is so nice! Great music in the background! Food arrives fast, fresh and hot!
Ask for Sophia as your server!

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★ 4

I have been aware of Buckley's for decades. It was a tiny place when it first opened, run by the former wife of Benji, the famed delicatessen maven. We returned last night, and Buckley's has grown exponentially. With two bars and multiple rooms, the place is huge. Somehow, the separate rooms help provide intimacy despite the square footage. Our meal reflected a system of apartheid. My wife and I were served food that was on the lower end of mediocre, but our friends' raved about their dinners. In fact, one of them proclaimed their Halibut the best seafood they ever tried. My Friday fish fry consisted of two minuscule pieces of Haddock with a bunch of tasteless fries. The pasta my spouse ordered was decidedly unmemorable. My buddy declared his steak delicious. Service was entertaining, but perhaps the fact she seemed to enjoy our friends more than us had an effect on their dinner. She proclaimed herself a licensed sommelier when I started commenting on dry rieslings from Germany and Austria. I think my commentary irked her, but I did study wine in France in the 1990s, but older men need to keep their mouths shut these days and learn to just smile and nod. Whatever, our Key Lime pie and cheesecake were not good either. We split the bill, and mine came to $247.00 with 20 % tip. I thought that expensive, but I'm old and know squat. By the way, if you use a credit card at Buckley's, you get charged 3%.

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★ 5

The roasted mushroom pasta was top notch!

Tonight I had the Mushroom Ragu. It was awesome! Service was great too.

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I went here in July to celebrate a birthday. Honestly, the experience was disappointing. The waitress couldn’t get us water right away because she said “we ran out of water glasses.” The food was overpriced for the portion and quality. I had to scream across the table for my family to hear me because it was so extremely loud inside the restaurant. Lastly, I have a walnut allergy. Every single dessert on the menu had nuts in it. They ended up putting a “Happy Birthday” sign ON MY BURNT CHICKEN because they couldn’t serve me a desert that was safe for me to eat. We spent about $200 for 3 people, and the lack of effort to cultivate a positive experience at this establishment was disappointing. Not worth $200, maybe $60 for 3 people. Don’t come eat at this establishment if you have any food allergies, they will not be able to make any accommodations.

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★ 5

We were seated promptly as a walk-in, and the service was fantastic. Our server, Sophie, was so attentive, knowledgeable, and enjoyable. The food was excellent, and the drinks were even better! It is hard to find good service, good food, and a good atmosphere under one roof and Buckleys offers this and more. We plan on returning again soon!

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Very clean and well-organized. Everything felt well-managed.

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★ 3

Last night (Saturday) was our 3rd meal at Buckley's in 3 years. The service has always been and remains excellent. Atmosphere has always been nice, except that the dining areas lack any sound baffling and so are extremely noisy when crowded, as it was last night. In the past, the food has usually been very good, except that pastas tended to be undercooked. (I know what "al dente" is supposed to be--have been to Italy 3 times and have been eating my Italian born mother-in-law's pasta based holiday dishes for over 40 years. Last night's Buckley's pasta would have been "al dente" if it stayed in boiling water another 1-2 minutes.) Last time I was here, my son-in-law and I both felt it necessary to send our respective undercooked pasta dishes back. The kitchen "remade" them but mine came back still undercooked. (The joke at the table was that the kitchen probably let it sit for 5 minutes, then popped it into the microwave for 15 seconds to rewarm it.) Last night, the pasta dish we shared suffered from the exact same problem but we did not bother sending it back. My Wife also noted that, unlike in the past, the pasta dish was not accompanied by bread. Our shared "smash burger and fries" was disappointing. The burger was over-cooked and the bun was dry (approaching stale). The fries were either left in the cooking oil a tad too long or the oil was dirty--leaving exteriors overly dark. (I was a part-time deep fry cook for a couple of years in college---cooking oil gradually gets "dirty" and, thereby eventually starts to pickup and pass on unpleasant flavors to new food cooked in it. Thus, it needs to be periodically changed out for fresh oil.) In our 60's, we generally do not use any added salt when cooking at home so we may be oversensitive to added salt compared to the general restaurant population but we both noted that the burger and particularly the fries were over-salted. To eat the fries (at least half of which I left uneaten) I had to first brush tangible excess salt off of them with my fingers. Some sound baffling, slightly longer pasta cook times, and a lighter touch on the salt would restore my highest esteem to this still good restaurant!

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★ 2

Food just misses the mark. Not good value. Excellent staff and vibes but the food was just really disappointing. Bummer.

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★ 5

Only went for the bar but all was amazing!

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★ 5

Had a wonderful experience there Saturday with a friend. Had Ceasar salad, chicken Piccata and shared the flour less chocolate cake. Everything was delicious. We were seated in the area where tables are on top if each other but luckily met a wonderful couple who were very friendly and we had a nice chat. If I had a complaint it would be that I asked how big the salad was because it's listed as an appetizer and our server said it was not that big - it was the size of a whole meal. I was just looking for a side salad. But I shared with my friend and it worked out. OK two complaints, the noise from the bar was deafening. But I would definitely come again and suggest to friends.

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★ 2

Dined with friends at 5:30p on Saturday. Made a reserveation and were seated immediately. The service and food met my expectations. The foccacia and sourdough were excellent. The salmon was very good as was the lamb chops (appetizer ordered as a dinner) and the mushroom pasta. The chicken picatta was overcooked and was less than satisfactory. Carrot cake for dessert was great.
Drinks were the downfall. My wife ordered the gimlet off the menu and the drink was 90% ice. She never complains, but brought this to the attention of our server showing her the glass full of crushed ice. Our server said, "the drink is made before being added to the ice" and then she simply moved on. The situation was clearly not resolved and was not acceptable.
We were able to dine slowly and causually and weren't rushed which was great. Fine experience, but there are lots of great restaurants in Milwaukee.

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★ 5

Beautiful restaurant and friendly staff. Everything was amazing, must try the truffled artichokes!

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★ 2

Disappointed after many great meals here. Two of us ordered the Halibut Saltimbocca, which was a large portion but had no flavor; prosciutto did not pair well with the halibut and risotto added very little taste to the dish. Surpringly very disappointing meal. Should be taken off the menu as it does not meet typical Buckleys quality.
Other meals-Salmon and Chicken were great.

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★ 5

🍜 Food:

Excellent 👌 quality. We had the Pork chop and the homemade Pasta and each were perfectly rich with flavor.

👩‍💼Service:

Our server was so kind and made great conversation with us. She was really helpful with menu knowledge and gave us a great experience.

🏠 Atmosphere:

You might feel transported, the place is so charming and cute for dates.

💸 Price:

Worth it.

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★ 5

Great atmosphere.
Drinks were great.
Pork chops were fantastic.
Great service.

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We had an outstanding dinner this past Friday. It was our first time and everything was delicious! Our server was Hunter. He was friendly, efficient and knowledgeable about the menu. The empanadas were so tasty and had just the right amount of spice. The mushroom pasta was so simple but felt like a hug. When we come back to Milwaukee I’m sure we will return!

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★ 5

We had a great experience on Saturday night 3/29 for my partner's birthday. Jess was our server, and to say she was awesome would be an understatement. Truly authentic, friendly and attentive. The food is always excellent, the desserts top notch and the experience comfortable, classy and accessible.

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★ 5

Best lobster pasta and seafood in town. Customer service, ambiance and atmosphere are exquisite. Truly a Milwaukee gem!

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Great venue. Service was completely mid. Food was unbelievably bad, completely bland. My wife took one bite of her fish, put down the fork, and said, "I can't eat this."

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★ 5

Tyler and Wolfgang definitely know what they are doing behind the bar - great service and food :)

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★ 5

Lamb lollipop, truffled artichoke, lamb shank, Bailey's cheesecake, and key lime pie were all 10/10. Spectacular experience.

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★ 5

The food was fantastic,the dessert was to die for very good atmosphere.thank you.

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★ 5

Love this place. We have been going here for years!

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This is a beautifully designed restaurant with great atmosphere and top notch service. Great food and drinks. The baileys cheesecake was delectable.

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I made reservations for my wife and I to celebrate my birthday. The host was friendly and made sure to mention/confirm the occasion. We were seated right away and greeted by our wonderful server. It was our first time stopping in and she did an excellent job telling us about the restaurant without talking our ears off. We ordered the Arrabbiata and the steak. The fresh made pasta was delicious and had just the right amount of spice and the steak was perfectly cooked (medium-rare) and delicious as well. For dessert we shared the seasonal cheesecake (s'mores) and it was excellent. We couldn't leave without ordering a piece of their "best in Milwaukee" carrot cake to go. Even after an evening in the refrigerator, it lived up to the hype. We will definitely be back in the future.

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★ 5

What a beautiful setting for an awesome evening! The lamb lollipop was delicious, but have to admit that dipping the focaccia into the pea purée took things to another level! A great selection of entrees and desserts that make you want to come back to try them all. Delicious!

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★ 4

Beautiful building! Average service and food. Had the steak tartar and a hazy IPA. Pumpernickel bread should not be served with the steak tartar, because it overpowers the dish. I would recommend something more mild.

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★ 5

We came to Milwaukee to see the big lake on our way home. It was quite late when we arrived (no reservation) but they gave us a nice table. We had the focaccia appetizer, pork chop and Lobster pasta. The service was awesome. The food fantastic. We would come again and recommend to anyone.

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★ 5

We hosted a private event upstairs. Everything was perfect from planning to execution! The food was delicious, service outstanding, and atmosphere superb; no detail was missed. If you’re looking to host a private dinner in downtown Milwaukee, Buckleys should be at the top of the list! Will definitely host something here again.

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★ 5

Perfect and nice place
Delicious food

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★ 4

Good food, amazing dessert.

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I pass my gratitude to my waitress Kayla!

Her service is readily-adaptive and affirming, with the suggestion of a delicious and nutritious ginger tea (prepared to the perfect temperature where it didn’t need to cool), as well as her happiness in changing a few ingredients in the Baby Greens salads for me to enjoy.

Such joyous and relaxing energy being taken great care of as the sun set on the patio. The kitchen staff performs so efficiently, too, as their pacing of the meal was very impressive. - Excellent work on all fronts.

Looking forward to savoring the Waseda Farms burger patty next time!

Elegantly crafted and collaboratively executed, Buckley’s is of high interest to me because of their intentional family ownership approach and consistency in experiential detail in everything from font and the use of color in their website, to the freshness and elegant presentation of the rainbow beat salad. Thank you so so much for this.

I admire your dedication to accommodating guest requests and building a strong community in our busy city. I can’t wait to see you again!

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★ 5

This place is amazing. The food is delicious. The service was phenomenal. A great cozy but elegant place. I would definitely come back if in town. Try the carrot cake it's to die for. A shout out to Sarah for taking really good care of us and recommending the specials for the night.

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★ 5

Our server was wonderful and she was right on with her recommendation of the lemon artichokes and suggested beautiful wine pairings. Save room for dessert the carrot cake and chocolate cake was delectable!

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★ 5

Food was fantastic and loved the building. The noice level in the restaurant was awful, it ruined the experience. We were with another couple and I could not hear anything they were saying. Maybe we will go back and eat outside. Add softness to absorb the sound.

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★ 3

Solid spot. They charge you quite a bit extra to share anything though?

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★ 5

Visiting from Cleveland and enjoyed our meal. Cool atmosphere, delicious food - highly recommend the rainbow chard and beet salad and the carrot cake was outstanding.

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★ 4

Buckley's was a nice spot for dinner with good food and great service. My wife got the lobster pasta, which was just okay. The sauce was a bit thin and lacking, but not bad. I had the morel and short rib pasta, which was a special that night and was excellent! For dessert we got the highly recommended carrot cake, and I can see why. Delicious! The menu suggested pairing it with a vermouth so for a few extra dollars I went for it and am glad I did! The old-time mini chalice it came in was worth the price and paired perfectly with the cake and frosting.

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★ 5

Kayla was awesome! The crowd is always welcoming at the Buckley Bar! The pizza fantastic! Jukebox music is top tier! Christie is in the house! Hi Robin!

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★ 5

Delicious food, especially their desserts (carrot cake is my go to). Their winelist is expansive and their new cocktails are a great touch. Their wait staff know their pairings well if you need a recommendation. I can only critique that I wish their menu revolved more often

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★ 5

OMG...I REALLY LOVED IT...MY DAUGHTER TOOK ME FOR MOTHER'S DAY!! GREAT FOOD!!

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Thanks for a pleasant night with our waiter Hunter and a delightful meal! My favorite part was the tender scallops.

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★ 4

A Cozy bistro with stylish decor and good food, craft cocktails. I would have liked tp order a mushroom pasta entree but surprisingly they do not have a GF pasta.

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★ 5

First time at Buckley's and really happy I found this place. Very interesting and unique atmosphere, has a high end feel but not ridiculously expensive. The service and food were both excellent. The Seafood Risotto, and Duroc Pork Chop were excellent. Great Bar everything you could ever ask for and really cool atmosphere.

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Everything about buckleys was really good but nothing had me saying, “we gotta come back.” Highly suggest coming in summer and sitting outside. Great location, solid place. On my score 1.7/3

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★ 5

Absolutely fantastic! After a long day of traveling and an afternoon walking all around Milwaukee, I came to Buckley’s with my parents for dinner. This converted home has been turned into a fancy-casual restaurant with an exquisite atmosphere. I tried the Broccoli starter, which came with a nice miso tahini sauce that provided a unique flavor. The Buckley Burger was one of the best burgers I’ve ever had. The meat itself was so high quality and full of flavor, and the crisp brioche bun and toppings and condiments complimented the burger perfectly. I also had the Lobster pasta and it lives up to how delicious a lobster dish has to be. Absolute class when it came to combining the lemon and tomato flavors with the lobster in a light pasta dish. My Dad also says the salmon dish he had was really good. For dessert, it was hard to choose which of Mrs. Buckley’s items to get. We got the famous carrot cake and the seasonal St. Patrick’s cheesecake. All I know is that Mrs. Buckley doesn’t miss! Both desserts were so delicious and the high quality showed once again. The service was great, too. We were never rushed even with the restaurant being packed. The waitress was very nice, answered questions, and told us a little bit about the Buckley family. On top of everything mentioned, the pricing was very good and the portions were large. Overall, this is a restaurant I trust after my first visit. You can’t go wrong with Buckley’s. 5 STARS!!!!!

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★ 5

Great food, excellent drinks and perfect service!

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I love to decompress here. The bar staff is just wonderful.

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★ 5

A beautiful restaurant with excellent food. I had to sit at the bar because I did not have reservations. To be fair it was Valentine's weekend.
I took an out of town guest for dinner and his initial impression was that it was very "fancy". However, after dinner he confessed that it was one of the best meals he had every eaten. He travels for business and eats in many restaurants. He proclaimed that it is certainly a hidden gem in Milwaukee and would definitely return when he is in town.

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★ 5

Fantastic!

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Fried artichokes, cheesecake, and carrot cake were particularly amazing! Great service & ambiance too.

Prices very reasonable for this high quality of food.

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★ 5

Buckley’s is superb. I hosted an intimate surprise dinner party here and it was nothing short of spectacular! From the very first phone call with Taylor, to planning the details with Carlie, to the gorgeous ambiance, to the personalized service…and, of course, the selected palette (lovely salmon, brisket, even polenta), wine and divine desserts - everything was perfect. Carlie and Taylor “had me at hello” because they were both good listeners trying to understand my goals and needs. Buckley’s is higher end and worth it! Call ahead to get a sense of parking. Just amazing & thank you!

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★ 5

One of my new favorites downtown! Atmosphere is warm and inviting. There is a historic appeal mixed with modern flair. Our waiter was fantastic. Did not rush. Well timed meal. Conversational but not invasive. Shared info about the involvement of the family (owners) in the cooking and baking. I had Mahi Mahi on a bed of pasta and pesto. Delicious. Appetizer special was bread served with a delicious cheese and a cheese spread. Just O.K. All four of us enjoyed our meals. Each dish had multiple tastes that came together beautifully. We will be back. Recommend calling to get direction on parking. We heard (after parking on street) they have a parking lot available for patrons.

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★ 5

The portion size is generous. They had a larger variety of non-alcoholic cocktails as compared to other places.

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★ 5

The building is beautiful! The food was perfection. From the truffle fried artichokes to the seafood risotto and the salmon to the tuxedo cheesecake. The sangria had the most delicious combination of spices. This place is for foodies! You will not be disappointed. Ask for Joe to be your waiter. He's exceptional! 10/10 would recommend this wonderful establishment to everyone!

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Had lunch twice now. Fantastic salads. Fantastic mixologists behind the bar and the staff is top notch. 2024 UPDATE. OPEN FOR LUNCH.

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★ 5

Went yesterday and it was a great dinner date. With drinks and apps came out to about 70/ea, but the food was fantastic, and the cocktail was probably one of the best I've ever had. Definitely recommend if you're looking to feel fancy for a night.

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★ 5

Just met a friend for drinks. Great bartenders, great drinks and good beer.

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I really enjoyed my lamb bolognese and truffle artichoke fries.

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A 10 out of 10 for service and atmosphere.

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★ 5

This is one of milwaukee's best. Family run and operated the food is exceptional. Also the bartenders are seasoned pros. Order a negroni and was prepared perfectly. Just a class operation.

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★ 5

Perfect date night restaurant. I was able to celebrate my anniversary here and the service and food was amazing.

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★ 5

The best roasted carrots I’ve ever had. Also the one waitress we’ve had countless times there is amazing, she makes dining there a great experience.

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First time eating here and can't believe I've left it this long! Wonderful experience from start to finish. From the truffle fired artichokes to the scallops and their house-made pasta, everything was fresh, well presented and, most importantly, bursting with flavor. The scallops were incredible. So tasty and tender with a good degree of spice in the dish. The lobster pasta certainly didn't skimp on the lobster and was perfect. Finished up with a seasonal chocolate peanut butter cake and some Key lime pie that were also outstanding. I enjoyed the atmosphere. It was relaxed up-scale. Not stuffy at all but definitely not your local restaurant either. Staff were very good. Nora, our waitress, was attentive, fun, knowledgeable and efficient. A credit to the establishment. Had a couple of delicious cocktails for good measure. The curry gin gimlet was very good, but the house blanket was even better. So many good-sounding cocktails on the list that we will use as an excuse to come back again. Highly recommended.

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★ 5

Outstanding. Food was perfect, service was top notch. We will be back and will definitely ask for Jess as our server.

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★ 5

Have been a couple of times now and have had an amazing experience both times. White lamb bolognese and truffle fried artichokes are a must !

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Beautiful building, calm atmosphere, very kind waitstaff

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★ 5

One of my favorite spots in Milwaukee! The bar staff is great and I love coming in for a digestivo. Thanks for all the years of delicious dining!

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★ 5

We went for my birthday dinner. We split an order of Parmesan fries with truffle cheese whiz, it was delicious and decadent. Each entree we had was spectacular, including the special of the evening which was a chicken in a superb sauce. For dessert I had the cheesecake, our friends split a huge piece of carrot cake, and my husband had the key lime pie. From the before dinner cocktails to dessert to the B&B after dinner, the entire experience was top notch. We will definitely be going back.

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★ 5

Everything is so incredibly good.

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We just love Mom Mike Taylor and Wolf and the whole Buckley family!

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We decided to try something new for our anniversary dinner this year. Chose this place after stumbling upon it via open table.

The atmosphere is a 5/5. Super cute little place. Inside is gorgeous. Parking was easy (and free)! Outside tables were nice (although wobbly) and the outside of the building is super cute. That part, was great. But that’s kind of where it ends.

Our server was very awkward and lingered around longer than necessary. It made me feel uncomfortable. He forgot to mention the special and didn’t tell us that they were out of the pork tenderloin until after my husband ordered it. So then he was put on the spot to find another item on the menu. It was just awkward. The food did come out super fast, that was a plus.

Food was meh. The focaccia was huge and pillowy, but so much olive oil. It was swimming in olive oil. The artichoke appetizer was pretty boring. I didn’t feel like I wanted to eat it, just felt like I needed to finish it because we paid for it. Our drinks were so, so. Didn’t really feel like there was any booze in mine. And then we got an espresso martini (waiter suggestion) that was gross. Tasted like straight liquor and was almost $20. Husband got the chicken piccata which he said was good but the only side was spinach with dressing. I got the mushroom pasta which was also good. But it tasted as though I could make it at home and the mushroom pieces were so small. I was disappointed. Finally we got dessert, I wanted the tuxedo chocolate cake but again, our waiter influenced the seasonal cheesecake on us, so we got that. Baileys cheesecake. It was fine, really sweet. Not many flavor notes other than just sweet. Didn’t taste baileys and it was drenched in caramel sauce.

Our bill was over $140 and we left disappointed. Personally I think there are many other (tastier) places to go in the area for special occasions. We won’t be going back here.

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★ 5

Wednesday night walk-in. We were riding bikes looking for a nice dinner. It was 100° outside, hottest day of the year! Initially the hostess said the only spot they had was out on the patio, nope! It was so dang hot out there we just needed air conditioned restaurant with good food. She acquiesced and said give me about five minutes let me see what I can do, and she did it! Put us at a cozy table for two.

Marshall was our server, just the right amount of attentiveness and very helpful with menu questions.

We started with the wedge salad which was crispy and refreshing. We also had the homemade focaccia, very tasty and a large portion.

Dinner was the carbonara, they make their own pasta noodles. It was served with large shavings of Parmesan, and crispy bits of pancetta. It was delicious.

We finished with a chocolate tuxedo cake. Not too chocolatey, and the buttercream frosting was excellent, just the right amount of sweet and butter.

Are you on the fence about eating there? I'd say do it!

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★ 5

Need to celebrate a birthday, forgotten anniversary or say im sorry for forgetting that important day?!?!?! Well fear not they have u covered. Checking all the boxes for your lady or special someone.

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Love how they have expanded there dining areas. The staff is friendly, attentive and professional. The menu is very good, with a nice selection.

Be sure to save room for dessert.

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★ 5

So pretty restaurant, nice staff, tasty food!

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★ 5

The menu was fun, tasty and seasonal with the summer watermelon appetizer starting us off strong. Highly recommend checking this place out for all you foodies out there.

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★ 5

The fo8d is tasty and the se4vuce imoeccable.

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★ 1

Excellent service from the waitresses, but the hostess was very rude.

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★ 5

Super cute, great service. Delicious meal. Accessibly fancy!

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★ 5

Great service, food, and atmosphere. The wine and drinks were top notch. The food was delicious. Our table of six loved every bit of their experience. If you eat here do yourself a favor and order dessert. They are outstanding!!

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★ 4

Overall nice visit. Server was excellent.

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★ 5

This place was accessibly fancy. My wife and I were celebrating our wedding anniversary and set a reservation.

Our server was very helpful and kind.

Although I am a vegetarian most of the time, I splurged and ordered the steak which was delicious.

My wife ordered the vegan pesto pasta, which was also to die for.

We also ordered the focaccia and fried artichokes for starters, which I would also highly recommend.

The environment of the restaurant was pleasant.

We had a wonderful time and would highly recommend it for a special occasion for plebians like us.

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★ 4

This is my fiance's new favorite restaurant! Great wine selection, great appetizers and great desserts. Entrees have been hit or miss for us. Always unique flavors. Must get truffled artichokes and the carrot cake.

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★ 5

Marshal was our waiter and he was excellent. Great interior - main dining room was once an alley which makes the architecture so interesting. I’ll be back for sure.

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★ 5

Just popped in for a glass of wine and carrot cake after a show. Perfect neighborhood spot downtown.

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★ 5

Great restaurant nestled in quiet neighborhood by the lake. It gives the feel of a neighborhood spot because it’s filled with a lot of regulars who know how warm and fuzzy this restaurant makes you feel. The renovation turned out beautifully. The dark wood bar is elegant. The food is tasty. It’s a spot you want to keep going to, which I have several times. I highly recommend the lamb lollipops, salmon, truffled artichokes. Honestly, you can’t go wrong with anything on their menu.

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★ 4

The scallop meal had a weird vegetable base, I did not enjoy. Otherwise the dessert was fantastic, drinks and service was A plus.

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★ 5

Great service and great food and fast

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★ 5

Very cute, homey place. Trent was a great server, attentive and gave good recommendations. The truffled artichokes were amazing, my favorite thing on the menu. Great entrees and phenomenal dessert. Definitely can’t leave without the carrot cake.

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★ 5

Great staff and beer. Loved the bar

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★ 5

Great atmosphere and Marshall was an amazing server.

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★ 4

Noise but great food and service.

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★ 5

Amazing spot for a date night. Great atmosphere, drinks, and food.

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★ 5

Such a unique experience. Beautiful atmosphere, strong drinks and amazing food. Great place for a date night or a fun night out in the city. One of my top 5 favorites in Milwaukee.

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★ 5

My wife and I showed up without a reservation on a Saturday night and got seats at the bar. The three bartenders were entertaining and attentive. They have an extensive whiskey selection, and the food was phenomenal. Will definitely keep this place in mind next time we are back in Milwaukee.

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★ 3

It was okay at best. I went on Valentine’s Day so maybe it was too busy for them or whatever, I try to give people the benefit of the doubt. Anyways, I ordered the salmon as “medium” and it came out cold, not warm, or Luke warm, but cold. My significant other ordered the steak which was cooked to the right temp but the cut of the meat looked like what appeared to be flank steak; the price they’re asking for steak seems to be outrageous compared to what you’re getting.

The cocktails were amazing. I got the old fashion, it was pretty expensive ($15) but it was pretty good and came out fast.

The ambience and cleanliness at the restaurant are good too. The food just needed a little work.

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★ 5

Ally B was our server for our first time here, she was absolutely wonderful. She deserves a raise! The food was wonderful, one of the best steaks I have ever had, the key lime pie for dessert was to die for!

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★ 5

Tasty Spot. Great dessert. Delicious food. Perfect spot to bring family visiting town!

This is the first place Ive ever ate mushrooms I actually liked. Because of this, my husband & I have been more adventurous with trying anything with mushrooms.

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★ 5

Best outdoor seating in Milwaukee. Drinks are fabulous and the food is ever better. A Milwaukee must!

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★ 5

Buckley's is easily one of the best restaurants in Milwaukee. Perfect for a date night. Service is impeccable, food is always great, and drinks are on point. They make amazing deserts in house as well, definitely worth saving room for.

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★ 5

Really enjoyed this place. Food was very good. Service above average. Drinks are great (including some fine N/A cocktail options). Best carrot cake in the city.

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★ 5

A small menu but everything was delicious. Very cute and quaint atmosphere.

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At a loss for words so it'll do to just say if you live or work around here and don't visit this place occasionally, you're really missing out on one the bests.

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Went in to use the restroom host was disgustingly rude.

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Buckley’s restaurant and bar was an amazing night out in downtown Milwaukee. I ordered the fish fry and my partner ordered the salmon which were amazing. they have amazing wine options and a ton of food options for both mediators and vegetarians. The weight staff were very hospitable and even offered to give us a brief tour and give us insight into the history of Buckley’s and the Buckley’s family. this small restaurant is definitely one on the quiet and upscale side, and so far it in their craft.

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Bartenders were fabulous! We had the carrots and artichokes for our appetizers. Dinner was scallops and steak. Delicious drinks. Overall a fantastic evening. Can’t wait to go back. I highly recommend!!!

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The breakfast potatoes were awesome with just the right amount if salt. We sat outside. The waitress was professional and nice. The French toast is a must.
10/14/22
Tried their Haddock it was Fabulous. The coleslaw had good flavor and the bourbon cheese cake was awesome. The Wisconsin old fashion was one of the best in downtown Milwaukee. Thank you Wolfy and your teammates. I'll be back soon.

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★ 5

Amazing stuff and atmosphere ♥️

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★ 5

Excelente lugar para relajarse y disfrutar de una buena selección de platillos y de la atmósfera de esta elegante ciudad.

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★ 5

Absolutely excellent, my wife had the scallops and I had the schnitzel. Service was top notch as well, and the drinks were very good too. Highly recommend!

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It's like coming home. The home with people you want to spend time with, who serve you delicious food and fine wine, and are so happy to see you. What more do you need?

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Buckley’s was great, we always visited when in Milwaukee. I feel like their food has really suffered the last few visits. We will always swing by for take-out carrot cake to enjoy when we get home, but will probably skip dinner from now on. Disappointing…

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★ 5

Lovely location and establishment. The service was great and so was the food. My wife had the steak and I had the KFC sandwich, and both were tasty. So was the charcuterie and carrot cake. The beer selection includes some nice options and if you're a cocktail person, there are definitely good options.

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★ 5

I had dinner here the other night and the experience was excellent. The service, the food, and the wine options were great. The waiter who served my table was extremely friendly, kind, and professional. I ordered the white lamb bolognese and it was delicious. I highly recommend this restaurant if you’re looking to have a nice quiet dinner with someone. The restaurant itself had this older classic look and feel which is pretty neat.

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★ 4

soooo cool

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★ 5

Delicious food and friendly service. I plan to come back and often!

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★ 5

If you've had one chopped chicken salad you've had them all, right? Nah. This is easily the best chopped chicken salad Ive ever had. Acultually filling and tasty and great amount of chicken, croutons, and dressing. Definitely getting again.

We sat outside on the nice patio on Wednesday evening. Got a table right away. Server Sara was awesome.

My wife got the mushroom ragu which she really liked. We got the meatball appetizer which was enough for 2 people to start.

Dessert. Dang. Seasonal cheesecake was incredible. I admit I dont eat cheesecake often, but I would happily wreck my pancreas if I could eat all I wanted of this cheesecake.

We will be coming back to Buckleys.

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★ 5

Wonderful atmosphere, great wine and food selections!

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★ 5

Great bartender, we had drinks and some apps on the walk to summerfest from the plaza. Generous portions, great drinks

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★ 5

Stopped in earlier tonight for cocktails before a bday dinner rezzo down the street. Chris was exceptionally hospitable and cocktails were fantastic! Will definitely be back soon to dine in.

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★ 5

Burger was not cooked as ordered, "the medium rare side of medium", it arrived medium well to well. I let go this time because I was sharing with someone who prefers more cooked, AND because the taste was outstanding!!!

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★ 5

Excellent food and service.

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★ 5

Great service, food was delicious and excellent drinks.

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★ 4

Top notch service and delicious food. When my friend made the reservation she was able to include allergy information and the server was helpful in explaining what we could eat.
This is not a place for regular meals out. At least not for my wallet.
The primary reason for only 4 stars is because the menu is NOT vegetarian or vegan friendly at all. Granted the menu is limited - a GOOD thing IMO as this allows the kitchen to focus on doing those things really well.

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★ 5

Wonderful dinner and the service was excellent!!

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★ 5

2nd time here for dinner. First time in the dining room. Both times dinner was great. Try the curry drink and the old man. Wife and I split the spinach salad and got two different pasta dishes. Was aldente, gave it a hearty taste. Dont forget the carrot cake... order it first so you have to try it.

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