★ 5

When we want a meal we know will be delicious, breakfast, lunch, or dinner, this is often the choice. More so if we are meeting someone from out of town we do not want to disappoint. The flavors all work. The service is always skilled, informed, and professional.

I find the minimalist decor crosses slightly over to "cheap" instead of understated, but it is a minor complaint.

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★ 5

Whether you are visiting or live here, this place is not to be missed. The food is exceptional, creative, and leaves you wanting to try everything. The staff and service takes the dining experience to a comfortable, yet elevated level.

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★ 5

Still one of my favorite restaurants. The Duck Fat burger is literally best burger I’ve ever had! There gnocchi was divine! Jessica M was professional and attentive. Little hidden gem. It’s a must try.

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★ 5

Great food, staff, and atmosphere. Their burgers are wonderful. I’ve also had their pork chops and they were phenomenal.

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★ 4

A quaint spot on the corner with several , equally good restaurants, near it. Our server was warm, inviting and very knowledgeable about the menu and the specials of the day. The worst part of the experience was trying to decide which entree to try. She says all their burgers are made with brisket which is an added twist. Cocktail selection was diverse without being too over the top. Our first time here, but definitely not the last.

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This was my second time here, but my first time for lunch. I came with a couple of friends, with the goal of trying their highly praised Duck Fat Burgers, which were rated as the second-best burger in Milwaukee by Milwaukee Magazine. We were not disappointed.

It was a Wednesday, and we arrived a little before noon. There were a few other people there, some at the bar and others at the small tables. The place is a little loud, with lots of hard surfaces and music playing. We were greeted by a very friendly server, who seemed to be doing pretty much everything except the cooking.

There are a couple of different burgers on the menu, but we all went with the Duck Fat Burger. It is a one-third pound patty, cooked to order. My medium-rare came out exactly as I like it. The combination of caramelized onion, cheese, and thousand island was well balanced. The bun was nicely grilled, and the crunch lasted through the entire meal. The French fries were hot and flavorful, with a very crusty exterior and a soft inner texture. I talked to the cook, who let me in on the secret, they double fry them.

With the exception of the noise level, it was an excellent burger experience. The service was very good (thanks, Jessica). I will definitely be coming back again.

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★ 5

Greeting carries cheerful Midwestern friendliness

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★ 5

Nice little gem!

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★ 5

Just bought a house and wanted to celebrate. We had oysters as a starter which were fresh and briney. For mains we had a duck fat burger and Hanger steak Frites with creamed spinach. The burger was high quality meat with fabulous flavor enhanced by the duck fat. The steak was better than one I had in Denver ! Melted in my mouth. The fries were absolutely delicious especially dipped in the creamed spinach as our server suggested 😋
For desert we had a warm cheesecake that came with ice-cream. Cheesecake usually doesn't "blow my dress up" but this wasn't heavy but rich at the same time.
The atmosphere was lovely. The service top notch!
West Allis is blessed to have such a top notch eatery.
Thank you so much

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★ 5

Specialty burgers once a week so there's always a reason to come back. You won't regret it either, delicious!

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★ 5

Parking isn’t great but food n service was great!

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★ 5

I'm from out of town. But next time I an in West Allis, I will come back to this great restaurant. Everything about it is top notch.

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★ 5

Staff are upbeat, quick, and genuinely helpful

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★ 5

Service was excellent. The brunch menu did not list the handburger made with duck fat
I mentioned this to the server and she arranged for it be served. It was excellent

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★ 4

Food was excellent n it was pretty busy for 1 server. She was great though. Duck breast was good. In our party everyone loved the special. Shrimp with bacon bits, roasted pepper sauce n Cavatelli pasta with chili flakes. Maple ol fashion was solid.

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★ 4

Ordered the aged duck breast and it was just fantastic. Meat moist, skin crispy. Everyone else in my group got the blue gill fry. The coleslaw was loved and all said they would not order again. They were eyeballing my plate with longing. The staff here including the chef/owner and his fiance are very welcoming and outgoing. The restaurant was overwarm on a sultry day, leading to the wine I had with dinner being too warm also. This is a slow food restaurant so not a place to go if you're in a rush. After being seated, it took about an hour until we we got our food.

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★ 5

Very pleasant! Would go back again

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★ 5

Great food, service and ambiance! We will definitely go again!

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★ 5

Absolutely wonderful! We called last minute for a table of 6 and they were able to fit us in. Everyone was delightful, accommodating, and kind. And the food was amazing! We'll be back ❤️

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★ 5

The food is above and beyond, and the good vibes are undeniable. If you’re looking for a Friday fish fry and they’ve got bluegill on special, get it, it’s spectacular.

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★ 5

Great experience

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★ 3

Great tasting chicken sammy. Nice clean place with friendly bartender. Did not get full after the sandwich and probably won’t return

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★ 5

been one of my favorite secret spots for years. service and food are incredible. a hidden gem in west aliis

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★ 3

“We don’t make ranch here” these words will forever echo my experience. Nothing was horrible. However, nothing was good. Overpriced and not worth it.

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★ 2

Loud environment. Took 40 minutes for appetizers. Over an hour for entrees. We didn’t have a reservation so they sat us at the bar and told us a table would be available shortly only they never moved us to a table. The whole time we were there 2 tables sat empty and one was still empty when we left. The woman who waited on us was nice. I understand they had a large group but that doesn't mean the other customers should suffer.

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★ 5

From the time we walked in the door until we left, an amazing experience was had.

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★ 5

A delicious surprise in West Allis! I like to spend my money in Milwaukee, which makes me a little closed-minded about venturing into the suburbs for food. My wife and I decided to try Wild Roots at the last minute on a Saturday early evening - and it was one of the best meals I've had in a long time. The dry aged duck breast was outstanding. Perfectly cooked and paired with a celery root puree. The plating was beautiful and I hated to ruin it by mixing everything together, but the blend of flavor and texture by adding the carrots and sauce to each bite was worth it. I had to talk myself out of licking the plate clean. Topped it off with a fresh-made "pop tart" from Chef Thi - rhubarb/green apple. Glad we wandered over to Becher St. I will definitely be back!

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★ 4

Food was very good but on the smaller size - aged duck breast (a bit small) and mussels in white wine broth - extra small piece of bread was $3 ... it needs more bread for a classic mussel dish in white wine broth. The place can be very noisy at times - everyones chatter echos due to very high ceilings. Had cocktails - my husband's was at least double the size of mine ...

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★ 4

Ordered takeout. While waiting the waitress was very nice. The duckfat burger was cooked to perfection 👌🏽 yuuumm city.. the porkchop was ok. The kale along with the porkchop was delicious. The chop was overcooked.. I would return for the burger for sure.

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★ 5

Fantástico! We’re coming back!

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★ 5

Amazing!!!! First time here and will definitely come back! Food was delicious, service was wonderful :) definitely putting this place in the rotation!!

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★ 5

So good! Will definitely come back!!!

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★ 5

Best burger in town. Period.

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pleasant, good options on menu

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Delicious!!

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Super cute little spot in West Allis! We got the Bulgogi Meatballs as an appetizer. It came with 6-7 bite size meatballs, super flavorful!

I got the Vegan Thai Curry but added shrimp (not so vegan LOL) and it was delicious! Not too spicy and full of flavor.

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Insanely good dinner. Great vegan options too. The atmosphere is lovely and not too loud. Our server, Katelyn was fantastic . Highly recommend this hidden gem.

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FANTASTIC place. Highly recommend. The Vietnamese Moonshine cocktail was the bomb. Duck Fat Burger a must.

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★ 5

Allie was so attentive and so sweet. I’ve been here once prior and left a raving review and today was even better. The duck burger and the steak frites is what we got last time and again today and it was as amazing as the visit prior. I can’t recommend this place and ask for Allie!!

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★ 5

Great menu and high quality food. Drink menu also very good.

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★ 5

My friend and I were in the Milwaukee metro for an event a couple weeks ago and we went to Wild Roots for our first meal in town. It set the tempo and energy for the WHOLE trip! We had the duckfat burger and the Vietnamese curry and both were excellent experiences. Being intermittently in the area, I was looking for some activities we could do for our free day in town. Alizay was so so friendly and helpful- we came in closer to closing time than I would have liked but we were treated with respect and kindness abundant. We will absolutely be back for the fantastic food and atmosphere.

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★ 5

If there are pop tarts and you don't order them you've made a huge mistake.

Everything on the menu is great. The bulgogi meatballs are excellent.

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★ 2

The restaurant is beautiful and the bar staff was friendly and quick. The server for our large party was difficult to hear due to the noise in the restaurant, and we had to ask her repeatedly to stand next to the person she was talking to. We ordered a pork chop and they asked how we wanted it cooked. When we expressed confusion about this the staff was condescending and unhelpful. Ultimately the pork chop came out very dark pink in the middle. When asked to cook further or replace it the staff was unapologetic and argumentative, asking repeatedly how we ordered it and emphasizing that different temperatures are safe to eat. The pork chop was reheated in place on the plate and came back overcooked. We were not offered a discount, a free drink or dessert, or even an apology. Many of the others in our party really liked their food so this was a disappointing experience. We probably won't go back.

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I have been to Wild Roots many times over the years. Their food, wine, cocktails and service are always top notch. I love the Thai curry - I get it every time. And my husband loves the duck fat burger.
This is one of those places that I bring out of town people to. The menu is always amazing, I crave those noodles and that broth on the reg.
I’m so glad to have a restaurant like this nearby!

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★ 5

Great food, cool spot and the THC sodas are tasty!

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★ 5

Eclectic, warm, inviting, social is the atmosphere of this restaurant.
The food is great, specials are interesting cultivating different cultures. Food chicken slaw burger, excellent.
Drinks are interesting and put together well, Off the beaten path and maple old fashioned.
Local , not a chain.

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★ 5

Simply amazing drinks and food with friendly and helpful staff. We went twice for dinner during a three day trip, that's how good the food and whole experience was. Would give more than five stars if I could.

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Great food, great service, good vibes. They have unique and very tasty food.

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★ 3

There is a mismatch between the high price tag and casual atmosphere. We were seated immediately but had to wait a long time after ordering our entrees. The bulgogi meatballs were delicious, best part of the meal! I don’t recommend the cauliflower dish—the broth was good, but the cauliflower tasted completely unseasoned and the charred (burnt) flavor was overpowering. It was lacking some form of (vegan) protein or fat to properly round out the dish.

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★ 3

It was decent food. Came here and had a burger and fries. Hard to mess that up. They hit the mark and did a good job.

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★ 5

Service was professional and attentive! The food was unique, hot and delicious. Thanks

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★ 5

Enjoyed a beautiful evening out with a friend and we took advantage of the half-price wine bottle special (Wednesdays). We started with the Cheese Board, and both of us ordered the Thai Curry Bowl. I loved the vibe in the space, perfect for girls' night, a date night or just to celebrate a special moment. Our server, Jessica, was delightful. Definitely recommend!

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★ 5

It was a nice brunch experience. I had the quiche special. The side salad was awesome and the quiche was ok not my fave. My daughter had two eggs sausage and toast. The toast was not brown and arrived with no butter. Butter came minutes after the meal was served along with silverware. The toast was cold. I just think the silverware and napkins could have been on the table ahead of time. I had to ask for salt and pepper. Things were just a little disjointed. I’m not sure how long they’ve been open but it seems relatively new. So, I will try it again just to see if things improve. Love the atmosphere

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★ 5

I had amazing experience here, the food was very good, and more importantly, even the leftover remained so good that my very picky eater son finished the dish. I have to go back for this reason. I get super happy when my picky son enjoys eating! Unfortunately I didn’t get a chance to take any photos

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★ 5

Best of the best place in town

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Tasty unique food, friendly staff.

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★ 4

Definitely enjoyed my meal. The bulgogi meatballs were amazing!

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★ 5

Superb Thai curry dish which had a perfect amount of heat. I was wanting to try the steak here, so instead of my typical preference of chicken/shrimp I was able to add the steak on top of the curry bowl! It was delicious and I enjoyed every single bite. Paired well with a maple old fashioned. Next time I’d like to try their duck fat burger!

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★ 5

Wild root need to be on Milwaukee food enthusiast radar!!!

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★ 5

In my opinion, best burgers in the Milwaukee area! Duck fat burger is fantastic, and they make a special one-off burger every Thursday, which is awesome! Their fries are also excellent.

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★ 5

little bit on the pricy side but I was definitely impressed. the duck fat burger melted in my mouth and the wings we ordered were probably some of the best I've had, though they only seem to come in one flavor... but it's a good flavor 👌. I will say it does have some classy vibes so it it feels a little bit more like a date night spot then just somewhere to go with the boys and it kinda reflects in the bill, but all and all the place was good. if you have some extra cash to blow on a nice dinner this is definitely one of the better spots to spend it on.

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★ 5

Excellent!! What an interesting menu that delivers!! Great for everyone including vegetarians. Don’t leave without sharing a cookie for dessert!

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★ 5

Excellent food. Well prepared and presented! Highly recommended.

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Attentive waitress, food was nicely prepared and presented. A+

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★ 5

I had forgotten what it was like to fall in love with food, seriously one of the best experiences I have had in years!
Every bite tasted like an artist made it, from the build of the flavors all the way to the little things that matter to me like textures…they mastered it all. I really don’t write reviews often but this place deserves the recognition I am grateful for the wonderful experience.

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★ 4

Came in for the duck fat burger. No complaints. I think I like a firmer burger though. This is my sister's favorite restaurant.

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★ 5

The Thai Curry noodle dish with shrimp is beyond delicious. I can't stop thinking about how good it is. I definitely recommend it.

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Went back yesterday again and ordered their seasonal dish, cauliflower steak in a brothy couscous. Scrumptious!! Bright and savory with a splash of citrus. Perfect balance of flavors. I could eat this all day long. I ordered some wings as well. Tasty!

Very friendly and prompt service. They definitely know what they are doing there.

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★ 4

Very nice spot for dinner, had the duck fat burger and fries.

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★ 3

Bland, but o.k.

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★ 5

Delicious perfection! We had the halibut, steak, and bulgogi meatballs. Everything was delicious! Great service too.

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★ 5

Super cute place. Friendly staff. Food tasted great. Ham was heated nicely, was not over cooked. They substituted the potatoes for salad at my request. Great experience overall.

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Had the duck fat burger and birria tacos! The ladies ringing everything up were very sweet and the man who was handling the food was also very nice and helpful with our sauces and food to go! Definitely worth the stop! Side note our toddler also loved the burger!

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★ 5

Stopped at Wild Roots for lunch on a beautiful Friday afternoon towards the end of September. Wild Roots has a condensed menu, and the duck fat burger stands out. It might be the best burger in Milwaukee. It’s certainly superior to the Oscar’s and Sobelman’s burgers. It makes ordering anything else off the menu difficult.

While the restaurant wasn’t crowded, the minimal staff had difficulty keeping up. In fact, our bartender might have been the only server. She worked her tail off.

I will return to Wild Roots and will force myself to order something other than the stellar hamburger.

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My boyfriend and I were out for a fun night out and ended our night at Wild Roots. We had the best bartender Gabby, she was super fun and nice, she took the time to really explain the history of the restaurant and go over a ton of items on the menu to make sure we got exactly what we wanted. We had a blast, thank you Gabby!!

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★ 5

Been wanting to go here for a while. Excellent service and food. We had maple old fashioned to start which were delicious. My husband had the blue gill fish fry. So good, tender fish with light breading, freshly made coleslaw. I had the hanger steak medium rare with creamed spinach and fries. Cooked perfectly. Really enjoyed it. Coffee and a gourmet homemade berry pop tart for dessert. We're stuffed! Go!

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★ 5

Elevated classics! We stopped for lunch on a whim when we were in the area and were so pleased! Everything was top notch. Highly recommend. Give it a shot!

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★ 5

Great food and great service 🤍

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★ 5

Amazing food! Amazing service! Our server Gibby was outstanding. She was so attentive and kind. She’s an elite server at an elite restaurant. If you go once, you’ll wanna go again. Unless you’re a Karen, don’t be a Karen…

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★ 5

My fiancée and I stopped in tonight and it was not planned. We'd been in a few times previously. I decided to try the trout and my fiancée had the duck fat burger. He didn't want the extra fat so asked for it without. My fish was so delicious and cooked perfectly. Then I tried his burger. I have to say I've had a lot of things in my mouth over the years but this by fat was the best! I wanted to steal his food and finish it! I absolutely love this place! And the broccoli..don't get me started. The server Laura, and the bartender (I wish I could recall her name), they were incredibly friendly, sweet and funny! I can't wait to go back. 5 stars!! I love this place!

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★ 5

Visited on: August 31, 2024

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Wild Roots Restaurant in Milwaukee with my girlfriend, and it was a positive experience from start to finish. The restaurant boasts a clean, modern, and inviting atmosphere that immediately sets the tone for a great meal.

The food was freshly made and delicious. We started with some nice appetizers and drinks. Bulgogi meatballs were an excellent appetizer. The white sangria was refreshing, and the locally made sodas were a nice touch. For our main courses, I highly recommend the burger made in duck fat and the steak frites – both were cooked to perfection and flavorful.

Service was excellent; we were seated right away, and the staff was attentive and friendly throughout our meal. One suggestion for improvement would be to offer a selection of tap beers, as they currently only have bottled options, which is unfortunate.

Overall, Wild Roots is a wonderful spot for a nice casual meal, and I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for great food and a pleasant dining experience.

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★ 5

Dropped in for lunch and was pleasantly surprised! Sat at the bar and ordered the Pork Belly Bahn Mi with a side salad and was immediately happy with my choice! Bahn Mi had fresh soft bun and the pork belly was nice and crispy while still tender! Salad was lightly coated in dressing with fresh greens! Will return!

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★ 4

First time at Wild Roots. Came to celebrate a relative's birthday. Interesting menu. Food was good. The green Papaya salad was 🔥 spicy but interesting. Server was friendly to a point but didn't quite fully connect.

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Nowhere on the website does it say this restaurant does not serve anything from the grill in between 4 and 5pm. Basically everything is from the grill ..only thing I could order from the dinner menu was a burger. I went for the duck breast. I could not order it as I was there at 4:15pm. I got oysters. Good but tiny. A beet salad, not impressed. Served the salad to me on a huge piece of slate or something. I ordered the Duck fat burger and fries to go as it was my only option. With a tip I spent $73. Absolutely ridiculous. Did not compare to Heirloom or Good Kind. Drive to Bay view and spend your money somewhere amazing instead is my advice.

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★ 2

Was there a few weeks ago and while the food was very good, the wait was very long, especially considering that the restaurant was at maybe 1/3 capacity, and the customer service was terrible. We will not be back.

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★ 5

Love this place. Do yourself a favor and get the grilled caesar salad!!

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It took almost an hour to get our food, and the experience was entirely disappointing. I'd been looking forward to trying this place for months and finally found time to go during my lunch break. There were three people total, and they hadn't realized they were out of what we ordered until 20 minutes into waiting for our order. While my food was edible, my friend didn't eat most of theirs, and we were still hungry. Absolutely DO NOT RECOMMEND.

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★ 5

Great food and service. Had the green Chile burger, wings, and cheesecake...we were very impressed!

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stopped in quick for a drink. Very tasty high quality cocktails. Ended up getting one of the best burgers I ever had. Great atmosphere. The bartender Lisa was friendly and professional. Highly recommend and will be going back to try more of the food.

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★ 5

Date night last night was our first time here. Service was wonderful. Thank you Alizay! We enjoyed the cheese platter first. The potato soup and then our entrees delicious and wonderful presentation. The atmosphere perfect. Just made for a great date night!!

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★ 5

Delishhhhh. Just a little pricy for my budget. My desert was out of this world!

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★ 4

Stopped in for a quick, late dinner. Food was delicious, staff was friendly, service was quick. Everything we were looking for

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★ 5

I had a special burger, the juicy Lucy. I know it's not a normal menu item but I had to rave about it. The burger was cooked perfectly and the cheese was melted just right. I'm picky with fries and they were perfectly soft in the middle with a nice crunchy outside, they also had great flavor. I also had a bloody Mary that was fantastic with all the toppings. I'll definitely be back to try some other stuff.

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★ 5

Had the duck fat burger. Absolutely delicious! Will be back for sure.

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★ 5

That cook really knows how to do a meal !!

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Excellent food and service . Excellent fries and chicken sandwich

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★ 5

My husband agrees that the duck fat burger is one of the best he’s ever had! I love the vegetarian fat noodles they’ve had on the menu during the winter season, seriously mouth watering.. but pretty spicy (the Thai chilis they put in there are no joke and last time I was crying at the table for a good 25mins because I accidentally ate one), I wish there was a warning about that. The cocktails are good, but not anything fabulous or fancy. We’ve been back once since our first time there a couple months ago!

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★ 5

I had the pork belly Bahn mi. It was fantastic. I will go back.

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★ 5

The food was so delicious! Service was excellent and attentive! Will definitely go back again!

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★ 3

On cold days they should use only one entrance and they should install a double door for it. Everyone's food at the table had no complaints. My steak could've use some salt and butter, but spinach and fries were awesome. Atmosphere was a bit loud, but service was very good and restaurant was clean.

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★ 5

Fun spot. Great ingredients. Delicious food.

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★ 5

If you want an amazing quality burger, run to wild roots! We are huge foodies and It was hands down the best burger I’ve ever had. Our appetizers were also amazing! Our server Lisa was so attentive. We Will definitely be going back!

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★ 5

Excellent as always!

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★ 5

Amazing dinner after finding this place on a whim. Food was so delicious and you can tell they take pride in providing an excellent dining experience. Highly recommend!

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★ 3

Great food that exceeded our expectations, props for that. What lacked was the service and atmosphere. Our waitress didn't know much about wine, and we didn't see her much. And a table that had kids, let them do laps back and forth right behind us for an hour of our time there... Its a small place, Instead of one of the waitstaff encouraging that to continue, it would have been nice for them to atleast politely ask them to seat their kids. For the price, we'd hoped for a better experience for date night.

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★ 5

Came on a Saturday late afternoon with family and I was very happy with everything. I know as the waitress was taking orders I had knocked over my drink. She was very polite and reassured me accidents happen, she cleaned table off and got new silverware. I was sad I had lost my drink, but they remade the drink with no extra charged which was greatly appreciated. The breakfast burger with salad The burger was delicious and filling. The salad was good with some sort of vinaigrette which was lovely paired with the burger. The poptart was good though the edges were a bit burnt the filling was delicious! As well as pot de-creme was so light and creamy with blueberries and strawberries. I would definitely come back here.

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One of our favorite places to eat.

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Pack a lot of patience if you go here. Went there on a Tuesday night for my husband’s birthday. Food was overpriced but good. Of course, they were out of the meatballs (at 6:30?) so it started off on a bad note. It did not seem that busy. Gabby, our waitress could not tend to us properly. It took forever to get our dinner order in! Took forever to clear appetizer plates. No clue was she was doing but no sense of urgency at all. Once our order was FINALLY placed, again no follow up. We had to summon a gentlemen by the chef area to get her to our table to find out what was taking so long. The table next to us was served first which was odd. Our experience was a real debbie downer for a birthday celebration. No comped appetizer or anything for our long wait and terrible service. Most places offer a dessert to the birthday person, but none of that either. Gabby should not be training new hires that’s for sure. This place gets a major thumbs down!

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★ 5

Excellent food. We came for brunch and they could even accommodate a low sodium request for me. Great flavor and selection.

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Inattentive waitress. Took forever to remove appetizer dishes. Never asked if we wanted a cocktail. Took over hour to get food. People next to us came later and received food first. Management could tell we did not have a good experience and said nothing. Food okay so nothing to rave. customers have been lost

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★ 3

Went to the Wild Roots for a business lunch.
The food was great when we finally got it. 1:10 mins it took to get the food we ordered.
There was only 1 person waiting on the guests and I think only one person in the kitchen.
There was only a hand full of people in the restaurant the whole time we where there.
We sat down at 11:55. 15 mins to get our order. And another 50 mins or so to get our food.

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On a Tuesday night, it took an hour for food to get made and there was inattentive service.

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Excellent choice. A serene respite from the cold. Only had time for soup and dessert but we will be back. The soup was lovely, flavorful with fresh veggies, a well seasoned broth with a bit of a bite, and tender slices of meat. The dessert was simply a cookie but my oh my what a cookie, a real treat, brown butter, semi sweet chocolate, nice texture, fresh whip cream - the perfect amount of decadence.

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We had a double date here last night, and it was spectacular. We started with the bulgogi meatballs and local artisan cheese tray. Instead of crackers or baquette, we received grilled texas toast, and that was a delightful snd tasty surprise. For entrees, we got the smashburger and thai curry (pictured) and finished with a brown butter chocolate chip cookie, which we scarfed down.
Service ☝️ was 5 star. The only feedback I have is to update online menus, as what was actually available was drastically different (I was hoping for deviled eggs, and another dining companion wanted the carbonara, but neither were available).

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★ 5

Very nice place with a chill vibe and friendly servers. Everyone here was enjoying themselves. Told the server give me what you would eat how you would eat it! Bulgogi meatballs instantly took me back to South Korea! And the Vietnamese curry chicken was out of this world! Incredible food!

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★ 5

If you haven't tried it, you're missing the best seed-to-plate dining experience ever. All is saved and offered, including the "Nasty Bits Special" (try it, you daring soul)! The Duck and Hangar Steak are so tender, so droolable ...

Smash Burger Thursdays! Bluegill fish fry Fridays! Ya... Still the best!

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★ 5

The Duck Fat Burger was one of the best burgers I've had in all of Wisconsin. Jessica the bartender was very friendly and welcoming. Do yourself and grab a burger from this place!

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★ 5

Plantain appetizer was crunchy with a very tasty topping. Duck was underdone, sent it back which improved it. It was ok. Vermicelli Thai curry was very tasty. Loved the fresh red peppers and other veggies and the creamy curry sauce was wonderful. A Pot de creme with fresh berries was good. The salt in the pudding was unusual. The cinnamon pop tart was surprisingly very good. Would definitely return and recommend. Very interesting menu.

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★ 5

A hidden gem in the corner of West Allis. With premium scratch cooking and a friendly welcoming environment, this place is a must stop. The fresh ground burger with egg on top was out of this world. Any restaurant that takes the time to hand prepare a burger for its menu is a absolute must for me, and Wild roots exceeded my expectations. A perfect example of a 80/20 burger that holds its own and melts in your mouth with flavor. Included in this fantastic establishment is a genius pastry chef who makes incredible homemade pop tarts that reflect seasonal flavors.

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★ 5

Fantastic lunch! Started with Butternut Squash Curry soup with diced apples. Next was a Duck Fat Burger with caramelized onions and the best fries I've had in years. A side of fresh ginger coleslaw rounded out lunch. What a treat everything was today.

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★ 3

Alright food but not a "you gotta" place.

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★ 3

Honestly nothing to complain about the food- everything was great! Our server on the other hand… nice women but we hardly saw her. Our food took about 40 minutes and people who arrived after us were done eating before we started. She never apologized for the wait once- as well as we had some accommodations to a dish and she blamed that meal on it taking forever. She did not check on us after we received our meal and she must have not liked our tip because she scolded us as we walked to our car. She gave us a death stare 3 different times. Then proceeded to show the bartender what we tipped. That is honestly such an inappropriate thing to do when we can very clearly see you. Maybe if the service was better she would’ve been happier with the outcome? Don’t expect bad service and receive a good tip (tip was not even bad) Food was great would come again just not with her (don’t think she told us her name)

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★ 5

Duck Fat Burger, SBLT, fries, and iced tea were all superb.

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★ 5

Excellent food and atmosphere. Next time I'm going for dinner. A great addition to our neighborhood!

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★ 2

We came here with high expectations but it fell flat. The hostess and waitress we had were lovely. My issues are with the food. We ordered the charcuterie board appetizer and were disappointed. The cheese selection was subpar and slapped on a board, not even slices, they just cut a chunk off a stuck it on. The fig jam was thin and cheap, instead of seizing the opportunity to make their own bread, they just cut two pieces texas toast on the board. What should have been a perfect appetizer was a giant flop. The burger, which was what drew us there, was good. But it was as good as any other burger you can buy on that street. Honestly the thing I ended up enjoying the most was my salad, which was earthy and fresh. I don’t think the best item on your plate should be the salad. All in all this place seems overhyped and nothing special.

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★ 3

Nothing special. Was expecting a lot better with all the great reviews. Definitely not even close to the best burger in Wisconsin. Red oak restaurant in bristol is a way better farm to table restaurant than this. Wasn't bad but not worth the wait or the money.

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★ 3

Got the beef plate. Rice noodles were bland and there was very little beef. I finished and was still hungry. Food was overpriced. Their duck fat burger was exceptional though, enjoyed it. That made up for the meal. All 3 of us who ordered the beef plate was very disappointed, but apparently the curry chicken was good.

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★ 5

Had a wonderful meal with a friend last night! I had a dozen oysters and the Duck Fat Burger. It was the best burger I've ever had. She had the Roasted Red Beet Salad and the Hanger Steak with Spinach and she loved it. There are plenty of items to choose from but few enough that they can focus on them and make them amazing!! Atmosphere was great, plenty of people but not overcrowded, and our server was wonderful!

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★ 5

Dined for lunch, had the pork belly banh mi and my wife had a smash burger. Both were very tasty and fresh. Service was a little slow, but the the wait was worth it. As with most restaurants today, they are having trouble getting help. We will definitely come back for supper in the future.

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★ 5

This year my wife and I decided tospend our anniversary dinner at Wild Roots. It was a fantastic experience. The staff was very friendly and the food was excellent. One thing I was very impressed with was the portion size. Some have said the portions were small, but I disagree. The portions were perfectly sized to leave both of us content but with room for dessert. It shows skill in the kitchen to design a menu like that. The Bulgogi Meatballs were incredible and I loved the Fat Noodles I ordered and my wife won't stop talking about the Duck Breast she had. All-in-all a wonderful experience.

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★ 5

I was Referred by a friend. He said the duck fat burger was the best burger in Wisconsin. My wife and I both agree . The flavor in every dish perfect! Sometimes it gets busy so please be patient ,you will not regret it !! We went 3 days in a row btw 😅 be sure to try the daily specials! Chef T has my full trust , Great waitstaff from the servers as well ! Solid place ,we will be returning

- David and Yadira Lopez

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★ 5

The food here is outstanding. If you ever have a chance to go - do it! My girlfriend and I stopped in late on a Friday night and ordered two different burgers so we could try both. The staff was great- attentive, friendly, wore face masks, and respected social distancing. Throughout the meal several servers stopped to check on us.

The brisket meat used for both burgers was flavorful and cooked to perfection. The mixture of sauteed onions and cheddar cheese made the Duck Fat burger so delicious.

The clear standout of the night for me was the Smash Burger. Topped with crisp lettuce, tomatoes and a generous amount of goat cheese coupled with the meat put this burger on another level. The bun was crisp until the last bite. Hands down the best burger I've ever had.

This was the second time visiting Wild Roots and we continue to be amazed by it. Every Thursday they offer a speciality burger and I forsee a lot of curbside pick ups in our future.

Wild Roots provides a dining experience that everyone should have.

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★ 5

The Fat Noodles with Shrimp was absolutely amazing

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★ 5

This is one of my go to restaurants. The service is always great and the food is delicious. On Thursday's they have their burger special which I frequently try. They also have happy hour on clams ($1/each) which I love. I'm working my way through the menu with no complaints: every dish has been delicious.

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★ 4

First visit was Saturday 7/15/23, had a very nice waitress and her co-worker was hilarious. Loved the atmosphere and the restaurant was clean. Short wait for the food, but it was hot and tasted good. They're breakfast burger is the one to get.

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★ 5

Great place, definitely some of the beat in Milwaukee. The meatballs were amazing, wish they made a banh mi with them, that would be a killer. The special was some stir fried noodles, amazing. So much flavor. The banh mi also good, and the carbonara too. The carbonara definitely feeling a little bland after the meatballs and stir fry but that s Asian vs Italian cuisine. I think on its own the pasta would be very good. Had a watermelon drink recommended to us which was great. Pop tart is good but not the highlight of this place imo. Hope to come back and try their other dishes.

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★ 5

Enjoyed the duck fat burger and cast iron cookie. Also very cool that they do a rotating menu. We’ll be back.

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★ 5

Our first time here and we will definitely be back! All the adult bevs were great: Bloody Mary was exactly the right amount of smoky; bee sting was sweet & sour with a touch of heat; Stalli-mosa, ‘nuff said…the best was the watermelon-citrus-cava special. Summer in liquid form. I will be trying to recreate that. Our bartender, Gabby, was extra friendly, fun and super knowledgable (we asked a lot of questions) The crispy fried artichokes had an incredibly bold mix of lemon and pecorino and who knew lemon was what pecorino was missing. The Bulgogi meatballs were, legit, some of the best meatballs I’ve ever had. The sauce and kimchi were fantastic but the cook on the balls was so caramelized and perfect. This spot in Stallis is doing the thing.

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★ 4

Fries are so delicious!!!!

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★ 5

It was quite yummy. Their duck burger is to die for. The service was a bit lacking. They had 2 servers for about 16 tables. Not going to hold that against them but there were plenty of times where I needed service and it was hard flagging down a server.

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★ 5

This restaurant never disappoints! If you are looking for fabulous food this is the spot! This is by far the best restaurant in the Yarmouth area.

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★ 1

Horrible place and very bad service. I thought i was in the place where the servers are paid to be rude. Pictures and reviews dont do the place justice. Waited 15 minutes for coffee, waited 45 minutes for food. Burnt sausage, breakfast burrito was very spicy even though i aske the waitress and she said it wasn't. I told her i couldnt eat it. She could have cared less. When are food was talking so long i reached out to another server she said your not my table just in case you didn't know that. Had to ask for salt and pepper and jellie. It was a bother to the server. Paid $16 for something i couldn't eat. Very disappointing

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★ 2

The positive reviews are warranted, the food is definitely tasty.

But also the negative reviews are warranted. It is a little loud and the service is extremely slow.

Reservations for dinner at 6:30, expecting to be done by 8, but was there until 10:30 (well after close) waiting for service. Only had enough service to get two poorly made drinks.

Had the duck breast. Requested medium rare, but server said it can only be done at medium. Definitely came out medium rare, but was also a little cold waiting on the counter for so long. Other dishes were fine, depending on when it was made.

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★ 5

Really fantastic food. But pricey for a meal. You don't get bread or salad with an entrée. Starters are overpriced, yet really really delicious.

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★ 5

Food was delicious and presentation beautiful!
Music selection seemed canned, annnoying and didn’t fit with the amazing food.

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★ 5

Absolutely amazing food, service and environment. We were lucky enough to meet the general manager (Carly) and the owner…absolutely fabulous people. Everyone who works here is warm, inviting and kind-you can definitely tell they treat their staff well and take care of them. Even if everyone sucked the food alone would be worth it.

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★ 5

The smash berger was awesome

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★ 4

This place is cute and the food is good. We had the Vermont River Oysters, Artichokes, Beef & Papaya and Duck Fat Burger. All delish!!! Our waitress Kayla (?) had gorgeous purple hair and was attentive and fun. 10/10 will go back. Would have been 5 stars but we thought it was a bit pricey for the food. But honestly, it was fresh and tasty…so if I could do 4.5 I would.

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★ 5

The food and service was amazing! The server was super knowledgeable about the cocktails and dishes and made amazing recommendations for our party. I absolutely love that their menu changes often based on what ingredients are available and in season.

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★ 5

Duck fat burger might be the best burger in Milwaukee. Meatballs were great as well. So glad we finally tried this place

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★ 1

Extremely overpriced!

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★ 5

Looks like a nice place my granddaughter just started working there.

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★ 5

Very good food. Not your average brunch. Everything is homemade. Really good selections. Excellent service and food

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