Best Seasonal Restaurants in Salem

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GlendaleMilwaukeeWauwatosa

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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39 restaurants available nearby

1. Harbor House

4.7

Exceptional(8389)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Milwaukee

Booked 68 times today

Harbor House is a bright, spacious New England-style seafood restaurant Milwaukee residents and visitors love, set on the shore of Lake Michigan. Our restaurant offers a premier lakefront dining experience and the freshest seafood flown in daily from both coasts. The interior features a three-sided bar, a raw bar, an open kitchen, and a private dining room available for special events and parties. A seasonal outdoor patio features a full bar, Adirondack chairs, and unparalleled views of the lake, the Milwaukee Art Museum, and Milwaukee's skyline.Reservations are recommended, and we have a 15-minute grace period, so please call us if you are running late.It's important to note that patio reservations are for outdoors only and we cannot guarantee indoor seating upon inclement weather.

2. Onesto

4.7

Exceptional(2680)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Milwaukee

Booked 66 times today

Onesto, which means “honest” in Italian, serves a modern twist on Italian fare with an emphasis on fresh, handmade, flavorful cuisine. We also feature an approachable wine list and a craft cocktail menu. When you visit, be sure to check out our dramatic event space.

3. Bavette

4.9

Exceptional(372)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Milwaukee

Booked 35 times today

What started out as a butcher shop concept, has evolved and changed over the years to become a full-service restaurant, which was solidified with the restaurant's move to a larger space in 2022. At Bavette, the consumer will enjoy complete transparency of its food moving from farm to plate. Although the butcher shop has been phased out, the restaurant still works with the same farms, and uses the same high quality meats on its menu, which consists of a daily changing menu consisting of salads, sandwiches, small plates, pates, cheese, and charcuterie boards. The restaurant truly is a farm-to-table restaurant, sourcing not only the meat but most of its produce from nearby farms. In addition to the highly seasonal menu, there is a small store featuring chef-curated retail items, such as Wisconsin cheeses, local charcuterie, artisanal jams, pickles, salts, vinegar, and oil. Going along with the thoughtful menu is a select and unique offering of craft beers, wines, and cocktails.

4. Birch - Milwaukee

4.9

Exceptional(1029)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Milwaukee

Booked 25 times today

A hyper-seasonal New American Restaurant celebrating Wisconsin farmers & food producers and cooking over an open fire.

5. DanDan Milwaukee

4.8

Exceptional(1179)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Chinese • Milwaukee

Booked 53 times today

DanDan Milwaukee has a Chinese soul with a Midwestern sensibility. Flavorful, respectful, playful and seasonal, it’s an homage to the foods of our childhood.

6. EsterEv

4.9

Exceptional(168)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Milwaukee

Booked 8 times today

Located in Milwaukee's Bay View neighborhood, EsterEv offers a 6-course chef's tasting experience, which evokes globally inspired nostalgic flavors from grandma's kitchen. Presented by James Beard Best Chef Midwest nominees Dan Jacobs and Dan Van Rite.

A photo of Buckley's Restaurant & Bar restaurant

7. Buckley's Restaurant & Bar

4.8

Exceptional(385)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Milwaukee

Booked 29 times today

Buckley's is a cozy neighborhood spot in the heart of Milwaukee's East Town. Located two blocks from Lake Michigan and the Calatrava, Buckley’s is an ideal all occasion restaurant in downtown Milwaukee. An ever-evolving menu showcases seasonal ingredients from local farmers and purveyors. To compliment your dining experience, peruse the thoughtfully curated 200 bottle wine list or select a beverage from an extensive cocktail program that has consistently been recognized as one of the best in the city. Customize your dining experience to meet your needs whether you choose to enjoy a four course meal or simply grab a burger at the bar. However you choose to enjoy a visit to Buckley’s, do not forget to order a signature house-made dessert. You won’t regret it.At this family owned and operated restaurant, guests are treated like family. Come see for yourself!

A photo of Carnevor Steakhouse restaurant

8. Carnevor Steakhouse

4.8

Exceptional(3233)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Milwaukee

Booked 20 times today

Milwaukee's premier steakhouse, Carnevor is one of Wisconsin’s most acclaimed fine dining destinations. A restaurant consistently topping year-end “Best Of” lists, Carnevor has been lauded for its variety of culinary tastes – from our luscious barrel-cut beef to mouthwatering New York Strips and bone-in fillets. Our steak menu offers exquisite wet- and dry-aged USDA prime beef – a distinction afforded to less than two percent of all American beef – as well as daily selections of the coveted Wagyu imported from Japan. And with a wine list featuring more than 750 selections, you’ll always find the perfect bottle to uncork with your meal. But it’s not merely the “meal” you’ll enjoy at Carnevor. It’s the entire experience: service, music, menu, and more. To top it all, herbivores are always welcome.

A photo of Bacchus – A Bartolotta Restaurant restaurant

9. Bacchus – A Bartolotta Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(2416)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Milwaukee

Booked 23 times today

Bacchus - A Bartolotta Restaurant is set in a sleek, stylish space in the Cudahy Tower in downtown Milwaukee. Its menu emphasizes seasonal ingredients and its wine list is among the most extensive in the city. Bacchus offers several exclusive spaces for private events, including a glass-enclosed conservatory. Valet is available Monday through Saturday from 5 - 9 PM. Reservations are recommended, and we have a 15-minute grace period, so please call us if you are running late.

A photo of Mason Street Grill restaurant

10. Mason Street Grill

4.5

Awesome(3875)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Milwaukee

Booked 28 times today

Welcome to our neighborhood! Join us in our dining room and enjoy the inviting aromas from our wood fired oven or relax and listen to some live jazz and indulge in a delicious cocktail in our lounge. Don’t miss out on exploring our Chef’s Counter where you can watch the action and see how the unique food creations from our talented staff are prepared. Food is what brings people together and we’re excited to explore new dishes and share flavorful memories with ours guests. We love to celebrate special occasions and our private dining rooms are just the right size for business meetings and social gatherings. Let us make something special for you. Come in and make yourself comfortable. We’ll take care of the rest!

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Aaron
Wisconsin •5 reviews
4.0
Dined today
2nd time here. First time everything was spot on. This round the flavor profiles were not my cup of tea. I had the whitefish in a broth. The fish was delicious, but the broth was too citrusy. 2 of the 3 appetizers had interesting profiles but were also not the right balance for my perhaps unsophisticated tastes. The menu changes frequently, so I did not get the best week for my tastebuds.
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Birch - MilwaukeePrice: Very Expensive• American• Milwaukee
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4.9
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Heather
Wisconsin •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Perfect night for my birthday! Thank you Onesto for the yummy N/A drinks!
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OnestoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Milwaukee
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4.7
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Karalee
Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Went there to celebrate our 20th wedding anniversary. Had the salmon and ribeye dinner and both were delicious and amazing . The service was fantastic! We could not have picked a better place to celebrate.
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Harbor HousePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Milwaukee
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4.7
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susan
Wisconsin •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
I love Bavette and have had outstanding food and service every time. Unique and thoughtful flavors prepared to perfection! One of my favorite restaurants, I highly reccomend it.
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BavettePrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Milwaukee
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4.9
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Josh
Wisconsin •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 4, 2025
First time at Dan Dan. The food was delicious and the service was great. Our server gave recommendations when we asked and everything he recommended was out of this world yummy!
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DanDan MilwaukeePrice: Expensive• Chinese• Milwaukee
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4.8

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