Elsa's On the Park

Very nice experience. We had delicious food and drinks. I had the Elsa Burger, Butternut Squash, with shrimp and peppers for shared appetizers, and a Bourbon Old Fashioned. We had 2 varieties of cheesecake (strawberry and turtle) for dessert. Everything was very tasty. The atmosphere was pleasant. Kaitlin's service was excellent. No reservations are needed (even on New Years Eve!).

Looking through the windows, you would think the place was reserved for a large event. We almost decided to just go somewhere else as we thought there might not be an available table. EVERY unoccupied table has a “reserved table” sign on it. When we walked in, a bartender greeted us from behind the bar. She told us to head to the back and someone would seat us. There is no formal hostess station. The decor inside is unique and based on the Google pictures , they must change it up. I wish I would have taken pictures. Our waitress was almost mysterious, having certain mannerisms and the way she readjusted the items on our table. Then… the bathroom… the walls of the restaurant are white, and the bathroom doors are white and look like a wall panel. The letters notifying if it’s a women/ men’s bathroom is listed at the bottom of the door, so it really hides the bathroom. It’s a fun idea but bit confusing the first time trying to find it. I got a salad which was good but had very few ingredients, was small and could VERY easily be made at home. We also shared fries, which would be enough to fit in a coffee cup. I was not prepared for the portions but it worked out well because we were in a situation we could not take left overs. The experience was surreal. Good food, a bit over priced (which is why I gave it a 4 star), yummy drinks, odd set up for a restaurant .

Host was entertaining and started the night off right. Drinks were good but we can only a very crowded night so it was a little slow getting them. I did start with dessert first and it was amazing. I liked most of the food. The only thing is the shrimp was so hard and rubbery it was off putting. Otherwise it was a decent meal. I’d come back on a less crowded night for drinks.

1st timer! Nice restaurant, nice atmosphere, interesting location based on parking. Parking is somewhat of a hassle which for me personably would stop me from going. We were a party of 3 and spent a total of $95 for lunch! Gratuity of 18% is added and labeled as “Service charge” please pay attention to your bills. I understand businesses need to make their money and also that people are terrible at leaving tips overall that can be a little much. For the food, I ordered a Sidecar to drink (recommended by word of mouth) 10/10! For my personal meal I ordered a pork chop sandwich without the mustard and Glad I did! I personally am not a fancy Dijon mustard person and got it on the side and for the sandwich it was too much. I ordered the pork chop well cooked with grilled onions, the bread & pork chop was cooked to perfection but my onions didn’t come grilled they came burnt but overall the sandwich minus the mustard 9/10! The garnish tbh was pathetic and not necessary. Jamison was our server and he was a cool individual. Thanks Elsa on the park glad I was able to visit!

Visit this place with a friend, on the occasion of his birthday. The atmosphere is very good, the drinks were very good too. The problem is that I was served by a young waiter, who didn't even bring us eating utensils to the table, he went and tinned the food and that's it.

So they suggest you order dessert first, and thank God I ordered it last. This butter rum cake was amazing. Okay, let’s get to the food. Decently priced food, however when I order a burger I don’t expect a random vegetable/fruit medley. I got one piece of broccoli, one snap pea, one carrot, one radish and 5 grapes. Now I’m not a expert or anything but none of these items cleared my palate. It was super random and definitely not needed. The Alfredo burger was decent, sauce was not made in a traditional way but it worked. They have no type of dipping sauce, other than this “Cajun sauce”. Which had way more horseradish sauce than anything, it was very overpowering. In all I prefer the dessert over the meal, however I did see a couple other things I would be willing to try. However my expectations will be a tad bit lower than they were. Anywho, try the butter rum cake.

I hadn't been here in 20 years. Their service was still 5 star ⭐ & the food was flawless. The host was very attentive & Kind!! Our server was good too. The food was so delicious. The desert had me talking about coming back for more. Wonderful experience for our anniversary. Reasonably priced. Great portions. People brought kids but it's really not the kind of place for kids.

Not the same. Clearly attempting a “rebrand” that doesn’t include the same clientele, or is to exclude an entire demographic of people. No more wings? No more martini menu? That was the whole point of going to Elsa’s. At least the customer service is still the same, still good.

Very nice experience. We had delicious food and drinks. I had the Elsa Burger, Butternut Squash, with shrimp and peppers for shared appetizers, and a Bourbon Old Fashioned. We had 2 varieties of cheesecake (strawberry and turtle) for dessert. Everything was very tasty. The atmosphere was pleasant. Kaitlin's service was excellent. No reservations are needed (even on New Years Eve!).

Looking through the windows, you would think the place was reserved for a large event. We almost decided to just go somewhere else as we thought there might not be an available table. EVERY unoccupied table has a “reserved table” sign on it. When we walked in, a bartender greeted us from behind the bar. She told us to head to the back and someone would seat us. There is no formal hostess station. The decor inside is unique and based on the Google pictures , they must change it up. I wish I would have taken pictures. Our waitress was almost mysterious, having certain mannerisms and the way she readjusted the items on our table. Then… the bathroom… the walls of the restaurant are white, and the bathroom doors are white and look like a wall panel. The letters notifying if it’s a women/ men’s bathroom is listed at the bottom of the door, so it really hides the bathroom. It’s a fun idea but bit confusing the first time trying to find it. I got a salad which was good but had very few ingredients, was small and could VERY easily be made at home. We also shared fries, which would be enough to fit in a coffee cup. I was not prepared for the portions but it worked out well because we were in a situation we could not take left overs. The experience was surreal. Good food, a bit over priced (which is why I gave it a 4 star), yummy drinks, odd set up for a restaurant .

Host was entertaining and started the night off right. Drinks were good but we can only a very crowded night so it was a little slow getting them. I did start with dessert first and it was amazing. I liked most of the food. The only thing is the shrimp was so hard and rubbery it was off putting. Otherwise it was a decent meal. I’d come back on a less crowded night for drinks.

1st timer! Nice restaurant, nice atmosphere, interesting location based on parking. Parking is somewhat of a hassle which for me personably would stop me from going. We were a party of 3 and spent a total of $95 for lunch! Gratuity of 18% is added and labeled as “Service charge” please pay attention to your bills. I understand businesses need to make their money and also that people are terrible at leaving tips overall that can be a little much. For the food, I ordered a Sidecar to drink (recommended by word of mouth) 10/10! For my personal meal I ordered a pork chop sandwich without the mustard and Glad I did! I personally am not a fancy Dijon mustard person and got it on the side and for the sandwich it was too much. I ordered the pork chop well cooked with grilled onions, the bread & pork chop was cooked to perfection but my onions didn’t come grilled they came burnt but overall the sandwich minus the mustard 9/10! The garnish tbh was pathetic and not necessary. Jamison was our server and he was a cool individual. Thanks Elsa on the park glad I was able to visit!

Visit this place with a friend, on the occasion of his birthday. The atmosphere is very good, the drinks were very good too. The problem is that I was served by a young waiter, who didn't even bring us eating utensils to the table, he went and tinned the food and that's it.

So they suggest you order dessert first, and thank God I ordered it last. This butter rum cake was amazing. Okay, let’s get to the food. Decently priced food, however when I order a burger I don’t expect a random vegetable/fruit medley. I got one piece of broccoli, one snap pea, one carrot, one radish and 5 grapes. Now I’m not a expert or anything but none of these items cleared my palate. It was super random and definitely not needed. The Alfredo burger was decent, sauce was not made in a traditional way but it worked. They have no type of dipping sauce, other than this “Cajun sauce”. Which had way more horseradish sauce than anything, it was very overpowering. In all I prefer the dessert over the meal, however I did see a couple other things I would be willing to try. However my expectations will be a tad bit lower than they were. Anywho, try the butter rum cake.

I hadn't been here in 20 years. Their service was still 5 star ⭐ & the food was flawless. The host was very attentive & Kind!! Our server was good too. The food was so delicious. The desert had me talking about coming back for more. Wonderful experience for our anniversary. Reasonably priced. Great portions. People brought kids but it's really not the kind of place for kids.

Not the same. Clearly attempting a “rebrand” that doesn’t include the same clientele, or is to exclude an entire demographic of people. No more wings? No more martini menu? That was the whole point of going to Elsa’s. At least the customer service is still the same, still good.

Living in Grafton for a few years now enjoying the North Shore was and is still new to me. This place like an old friend seemed slightly threatened by a JS online article today. So here is to you glistening stylish and sumptuous dear. To many many more a year may you weather trends and remake old friends!

Today we visited our once favorite MKE haunt for the last time, which reopened with an all new menu. The menu (based on a consultant) no longer includes any fan favorites, like the amazing Au Poivre Burger, wings, or Hells Fries. I immediately wanted to leave upon this discovery and very much wish I had. It was such a disappointment. The Cobb salad I sampled was meh and missing ingredients. The chips with the spinach/artichoke dip were a bit stale. But hubby reported the new burger was tasty but no Au Poivre. On the bright side, our server was total a pro though. She was polite and kind and did her best to quell our obvious dissatisfaction. She knows what she was doing. Elsa's, if you're going to totally change everything about the menu, just totally rebrand and open under a new name. Save us the disappointment of expectation.

We always make a stop at Elsa's when we are in town. This new menu is a total let down. The new management team turns Elsa's to Applebees. We go to Elsa's because of their special recipes elevated burgers, nachos, wings. Milwaukee has plenty mediocre burger joints, Elsa's shall not go down that path.

New menu is a joke. They took off all of the favs like pork and chicken. Nothing looked appealing and the salad had elements that would break your tooth. We were so disappointed but will wait three months and go back. The consultant who did the menu should be banned.

Sad,that this once iconic restaurant has dulled itself out! The 'soft' menu was horrible, the music too loud and felt like a black board scratching in the background. The art work is gone, and made the atmosphere feel like a paled, unfinished, opened-sooner-than planned,forgot-to-put-on-makeup older cousin! The food...Yuk! The chicken milanese sandwich was dry and had no flavor. I could've just had the fries! (Bring back the grilled cheese sandwich and Monday fries please!) I like that Elsa's wants to get back to it's sophisticated roots and grown up atmosphere. I'm all for 21+, but keep it grown up with good food and service. The waiter felt like he was mad that he had to be there and barely stuck around, did he deserve the automatic tip, nope! I'm okay with change to elevate,and with that sometimes comes disappointment, but don't lose the essence. Keep what made Elsa's unique. It's ability to combine the sophisticated with the comfort! Don't sleep on what you had!

This is a great date night dinner spot - you get the familiarity of the fast food restaurant Kopp's but with a fancy upgrade (Kopp's and Elsa's have the same ownership). That said, if it's your first time, try out one of the burgers (especially if you're a fan of Kopp's burgers). I had the APV Burger 11 (gorgonzola cheese and bacon spiced with peppercorns and ground black pepper), it was 100% the fanciest burger I've ever eaten. The fries are potato wedges, not what I expected, but it works as an elevation to Kopp's fries. For dessert, I ordered the hot fudge croissant. This took a while to come out and when it did, it was the strawberry croissant. Their remedy to this was to add hot fudge over the strawberries. I imagine it would have taken a while to make a new, correct version. Overall, I'd go back, there's plenty on the menu I still want to try out. The ambiance is great, doesn't feel like I'm in a restaurant, more so felt like it was once an art gallery turned into a fancy restaurant.

Disappointed and will not recommend to anyone. Carded twice, seated next to both restrooms, ordered a combo platter of all flats and half were drumsticks, and ordered a second bottled beer, which took nearly 10min. Not really given a discard plate for 30 wings. The wings are more bone than meat; take a look at the pic. Full workday, worked out after, ready for my wings, and left disappointed.

My reviews I take in account value for money and expectations of certain category of the restaurant. I haven't been to Elsa's in over 10 years. Firstly, it has not changed very much interior wise. Other than missing the funky artwork on the wall. Service was okay. I ordered a pork chop Calabrese sandwich with fries, which was $18. My sister had a Derby burger, and my friend had a Beet salad. Just had to wait quite a while for my friend's salad to arrive while our other meals had been served. The porkchop Calabrese sandwich had good flavor with the sautéed veggies, but the thin pork was dry. Service was okay. I could not flag down someone to inquire about the salad until our server finally came by. Additionally, there's an 18% service charge in place of gratuity, which is fine. I just hope it doesn't impact the quality of service.

This place is odd to say the least. Very nice interior but has a weird ambience of being a business casual hip hop restaurant. Maybe it was NYE but thought enter & think it is a fancy high end restaurant by the decor & interior. But then they have music like a dance party blasting. Odd Very be of half the people in suits & ties & half in sweat pants. The menu also didn't fit the vibe since again it had half nice higher end meals & then half sandwiches. Just seemed like a place that is unsure what their menu should be appealing to. I got the grouper bc you can't ever find it outside of Florida. While it tasted great, the portion for the sides were so petite it just left lots to Wonder. You look at all the people who got the sandwiches & the amount of fries they get are 3x as much as the potatoes you get for the grouper. We also got a dessert, Gooey Cake. I liked it but was on the pricier side, whereas the dinners were not pricey. They lose a star for service. They already add an 18% gratuity charge so your waiter/waitress has less incentive to make sure you enjoy your meal or time there. They give you an 8oz cup of water & may refill it once. It was cool inside but definitely not a place I'd recommend to a friend. Can't call it a date night place bc the loud music & poor service. It is a restaurant that wants to act like it is a Chicago restaurant but doesn't know which clientele they should be marketing to.

oh my god best martinis ever. You have to check this place out!! The lady bartender, can't remember her name, was amazing! She's Been there 4 years!! You have to go to the restaurant if you are in Milwaukee!!

Had a lovely time. John the manager was the sweetest and extremely hospitable. Food was great.

I came in the late afternoon/early evening on a Friday and sat at the bar. It was hard to notice the restaurant from the outside. I walked from the park side and looked at the signs. I walked past without noticing first. Inside the restaurant was quite nice and clean. It looked so slow that I was debating whether to walk back. Anyhow, I am glad to stay over. I tried their galettes 'n greens. It had 2 sizes, I got the small/regular one. Enough for one person or a good amount if you are sharing and planning to order more items. It had lots of onions, bacon, and olives, bread was crispy thin crust style. My favorite. For the drink, I got Vatican Coffee. I am a big coffee lover, but I am always picky when it gets mixed with alcohol as the drink. I am glad with my choice of Vatican Coffee. It wasn't strong, but a good balance of espresso and alcohol. Besides food and drink, I didn't like the bar area. It was uncomfortable. The stools were ok, but the bar tap was not my liking. The leather part at the edge was bigger and taller than where the actual food and drink stand on. Most of the bars I visited had very close to a smooth edge. which makes it easier to rest your arm or reach for your food/drink. The service was nice. The ladies were on point

Always great ambiance and the decor changes often. Food is good. Drinks are better. Service always good. I had a seasonal drink , Tom and Jerry (rum , brandy and egg nog), so good. And my favorite. Golden gate cake !

Cool atmosphere at Elsa's however it's confusing when you walk in. Didn't know if they seat you, or if you seat yourself. Once we got our table the service was very good and we never had a glass of water more than half empty! To start my boyfriend and I got drinks (Cabernet for David and mojito for myself). I wasn't a huge fan of my mojito because it was very lime-heavy but David liked my drink. So I guess it's person dependent... The food was very good. I really enjoyed my Alfredo burger. It was juicy and very flavorful! I was nervous it would be extremely heavy seeing "Alfredo" in the title, but it ended up being perfect! Not too heavy and if anything could have used a little more Alfredo sauce! David's sandwich was also great! I'm not even a fan of peppers and I enjoyed his sandwich. Lots of flavor as well! The only part of the food that was lacking were the fries. Could have used more seasoning. Overall I would definitely go back to Elsa's as the food was great and I want to try one of their martinis (I think that's the drink they are known for).

Elsa's is a place that screams date night. Not to say that isn't worth a day time visit, but I prefer the nighttime atmosphere. It's floor to ceiling beams along the walls give the illusion that it's larger than in reality. Lighting at night is perfect for a comfortable evening out. The staff are professionals and are very prompt with caring for guests. Highly recommend you order one of their martinis. They are made with precision and do not hold back. Food is delicious here, as well. Grab their wings for something quick. Or get one of their highly recommended burgers. To me, this place satisfies everyone when it has the superb combination of martinis and burgers.

The drinks are definitely the highlight here. They're delicious with such fun options to choose from, cant go wrong! Food is definitely average, not what I was expecting here, lots of burgers and sandwiches and didn't match the vibe. Would return just for pre dinner drinks!

A great place for decades and decades. Consistently good food and service. When I'm in town I have the burger aux poivre 2 or 3 times in a week... it can't be beat! Great ambiance with expertly curated rotating art and fun crowds.

Love coming to Elsa's! This is one of my favorite places to come for a cosmopolitan! I've eaten plenty of their appetizers and their chicken wings which seems to be one of the places that people frequent for their wings.

yum. Elsa's is the perfect place for a very solid burger and a very good martini. There are plenty of tables but be warned this is a popular spot in town. When you walk in, it is a little awkward because there is no hostess stand, you just stand and wait for someone to greet you. Once seated, you will have a great meal to be shared amongst friends. I had the Burger Au Poivre and the St. Germain Martini- both were delicious! There is so much food, you will for sure have leftovers. The dessert always looks so good, but typically I am too full to try! Overall, I would definitely return. My only complaint is our waiter was at our table a lot and we felt rushed to order. Although, if you have a different server- you probably will not feel that way. Side note: 18% gratuity is included on the check

I visited Elsa's on a Friday around lunch time and it started to fill up pretty quickly. We sat ourselves and I know Elsa's is known to have good wings, but I wanted to try a burger as I heard those were good too. I tried the bigger Mac which I found to be pretty big so the name was fitting. I really enjoyed the burger and it was still good the next day when I had the other half. I have no complaints about my visit and I would definitely come back for lunch.

A friend and I came here at 6pm on a Thursday night for a long overdue catch up. What a unique place! I loved getting dressed up a little bit but also knowing that I'm going to have a burger in my fancy clothes. We sat at the back in the low tables and it was a nice atmosphere. The restaurant filled up quickly and we honestly had a blast! *no reservations accepted We shared everything we got and by far the highlights were the appetizer nachos and the bigger Mac burger. The BLT was good but I'm not really a BLT kind of gal, I always find them a little boring. Minus one star because the toppings on the BLT I get were scarce. It was a small sandwich. The service was great, food was fantastic, and the atmosphere/vibe tied it all together for a perfect night out.

This place has never waivered for the test of time! Been coming her for decades and still as awesome as the 80s! The burgers are still enough to split with your own fries and garnish which is always a classy touch! Service is always friendly and prompt and the decor is like you're in New York. Sleek and stylish. Love the Carnegie cheesecake always special but this time tried something new and oh mylanta the rum cake was to die for! The beet salad wasn't anything special but still good.

Went for date night for a different vibe and we got it! Kind of confusing when you walk in as there is no host stand. Ended up wandering to the bar to figure out who I had to talk to get a table. Staff was pleasant. Host sat us quickly. Tables are pretty crowded and if we hadn't been tucked against a wall I probably would've been annoyed We ordered Paloma's thinking we would get traditional but got martinis which was fun but definitely only wanted one (too sweet for my taste) Got the bacon wrapped water chestnuts as the app and they were DELICIOUS! We both got burgers (no bun for me as I'm gf) and they were good! Big menu to choose from as well. Would definitely go back and would recommend if you're looking for a fun new rotation for date night!

Elsa's is a classic Milwaukee staple. I appreciate their consistency of greatness throughout the years. I know that I can show up and get amazing food every single time I go there. The cosmos!!!! BEST IN MILWAUKEE. Every time a friend turns 21, I bring them here for their first drink - start it out right with the best Cosmo ever. They are consistently mind-blowingly good and the staff is always exceptional, too. Seth, a bartender I've had the pleasure of chatting with on many visits, not only makes a perfect Cosmo, but is great company at the bar. And even though he doesn't look it- he has been working there roughly 20+ years. Which to me says that this is a good place to work and makes me happier to support it. It also helps that this establishment is owned by the same owner of Kopp's, so in addition to their wings being delicious they are a serious contender for best burger in Milwaukee. They also have an extensive menu with options for all tastes - excellent veggie skillets, sandwiches, pork loin; just about anything you can think of.

Eclectic and tasty food offerings. Outstanding service, even when packed. Best martini's, filled to the brim, in the city.

If you're looking for a place to get cute and hear music while people watching, this is definitely it, amazing food and fast service even when it busy! Must go and make sure you look cute.

There are lots of good options at Elsa's but I have to say their hamburger is one of the best in Milwaukee. Their menu offers a good variety for every taste, and I find the food quality to be good and consistent. Love this place!

This place is a solid 4 stars all the way around. The food is good, the location is historic, and the vibes are great. Apparently, this place is over 40 years old and just crowded everyday of the week. One thing that really stood out to me was the energy and the great vibes, people were really enjoying themselves here. Decor-very hip and historic at the same time. The art in the place is simple, yet elegant. The marble floors and bar top give this place a sense of elegance I really liked. The restrooms are dark and fun. It's a very busy place with lots going on. Service-this was the miss for me and the reason for giving them 5 stars. Our waiter was a bit weird and not really helpful with questions about the menu. Food-awesome appetizers!! This was the best part of our dinner. We had the following apps: Hell's Fire Fries-5/5 stars. These are simply amazing and huge portions. The potato's are thick cut and smothered with melted cheese and drizzled with buffalo sauce. Water Chestnuts-5/5 stars. Marinated and wrapped in thick nueske's bacon. Served on cucumber and radish slices with a side of honey. Something I've never had and absolutely loved. Galettes 'N Greens-5/5 stars. A french bistro style flatbread is topped with parmesan cheese, nueske's bacon, black olives, and caramelized onions, then broiled until crisp. Garnished with a side of mixed greens, red onions and drizzled with vinaigrette. Super tasty! Elsa's Chicken Sandwich-4/5 stars. It was different and well made, the taste just didn't knock me off my feet like the apps did. I can't wait to go back!!!

Decent service, decent food. Good drinks but a bit too pricey for the lack of quality in my opinion. I would go again, but I wouldn't be the one to suggest ‍

Honestly, I haven't been to Elsa's On The Park since my junior year in college, that was in 1985. I couldn't tell you what took me so long to come back. I always had an excuse, the place was always insanely crowded and parking sometimes ain't the best. I always believed the place was a bit upscale for my likes, despite the restaurants very non upscale menu which by the way I appreciate. Anyway, my wife and I we're coming back from a play at Marquette and we were hungry. So we decided to go to Elsa's, what the heck, why not. We ordered 30 wings with various flavors and fries Well one thing is for sure, their food is still good and very reasonably priced. Well one thing for sure, it won't take me 30 years to come back.

After a scrumptious meal downtown, we decided to try Elsa's for dessert and drinks. And it was SPOT ON! It was my first time at Elsa's and first time seeing their signature floor to ceiling green glass Christmas tree in person and it was every bit gorgeous and magnificent The server was very lovely and suggested a few different desserts and drinks. We got a couple of martinis to wash down the desserts - Esspresso and lemon drop to be exact. The black out torte is dense and very much for a dark chocolate lover (that we are). The key lime tart had a good crumb and sour/sweet in taste. The world's smallest turtle sundae was surprisingly perfect amount of bites we needed for the sweet ending to the evening. Absolutely recommend Elsa's this holiday season while your out and about in Downtown Milwaukee enjoying the Christmas lights in the parks.

The drinks were good here. The Starburst Martini is very popular. Visiting from Atlanta, I was skeptical of their wings but they were fried to perfection. Their burgers were pretty good. I got their version of the Big Mac. It was good but didn't remind me of a Big Mac. I gave them a 4 because the prices are a bit steep, almost $20 for wings and the drinks cost about $20 as well.

The food was good but that doesn't make up for the service I received. The vibes were super awkward upon arrival everytime I go here, and our server was extremely rude. He was an older man, didn't smile, greet us, ask for drinks, or anything you usually expect. He walked up and immediately said "what are we having" and cut me off as i was ordering and stared at my sister who just opened her menu. Super weird lmao. See for yourself I guess! Would not recommend if you're looking for nice service! Fast food employees will treat you better lol. I was going to ask for a manager but I didn't care enough because I knew I wasn't going back again.

Elsa's is an okay place to stop in from time to time. Service can just be okay or even poor sometimes. Not consistent depending who is your server. Long-term servers (over 10 years) seem to have a sense of entitlement and unfriendly disposition. It's not consistent at all. Anyway, stopped in today (8/25/23) to place an order to go. Bartender seemed less than thrilled to be at work. Gave me a menu then didn't check back. When I approached her again interrupting her tasks of rolling lemons wedges and putting a toothpick in them, she just looked deadpan face at me as if I was really bothering her. Do better. Do better.

This review is for the last two times I visited and I must say I was so pleased by the staff each time I visited! Very charismatic, efficient, and consistent with each employee that we had the honor to have the service of! The atmosphere is amazing, not like any other business in the city. Good drinks and the food is pretty good as well! The menu is pricey but I think is worth a night out to once in awhile with your friends are significant other! Will actually be coming by again tonight!(: Update: went again last night and once again amazed by the staff! So very friendly! I tried the appetizers this time for the first time and they were delicious!!

On April 01, 2022, after being recommended and accompanied by one of the employees of the restaurant, my company and local employees living in the area decided to have dinner here. The food and our server were wonderful but I had an experience with the manager that I will not soon forget causing the entire evening to be ruined and frankly still very upsetting. The restaurant was very busy and my party of three sat down at roughly 7:05 PM in the center of the restaurant's left side of the bar. We had ordered appetizers, and drinks, and the evening started out rather well. At or around 8:00 PM our main dish came and I received word two others would be joining us. Having asked our waiter, he said this was fine. I grabbed a chair next to the table we had been sitting at and was stopped by who I later found out to be the manager his name has been removed in accordance with review yelp guidelines. When he stopped me he looked be very angry, I approached him and asked if I did something wrong his response "You are loud, we are busy, I have other people waiting, and we are only tolerating you because you're with that (N-word) name -who is an employee- (He also went on to insult me and the employee I was with). Most notable, he said to "pay your check and get out" Rather upset, I asked three other restaurant staff what I was missing, if something had happened. They all apologized on his behalf even offering to comp our meal which we insisted not be done. A customer also noticed what happened and he could not believe what he witnessed and took place. I have never had a worse experience at a restaurant or encountered someone as rude as this "manager" I will be reaching out to the restaurant personally to see if I can reach the owners. As a restaurant owner myself, I would certainly want to know if my managers acted like this and I hope those who review this think twice about spending money here. Plenty of wonderful places to eat in this town and granted I could tell the employees have been very embarrassed and told me this kinda behavior is normal, they looked like they had been in fear which I may look into as well.

When we lived in Milwaukee, Elsa's was our "go to" place for great hamburgers & martinis. We hadn't been back in a few years so when we were back up in Milwaukee this weekend, we wanted to have our night at our "happy" place. Unfortunately this is not the same Elsa's from a few years ago. As soon as I walked in I noticed dust on the current art installation. There were also cobwebs on the curtains in the front windows. I also noticed the upholstery on the wall seating & bar was tattered, worn and simply tired looking. We got a corner table along the wall and I could feel the springs poking through the seat. Noticed all the chairs were scuffed up and worn too. They're basically not maintaining this place anymore. As for food and service, it also has fallen. We ordered Belvedere martinis and I could tell it was Grey Goose. When we ordered our 2nd round of martinis, we emphasized that we wanted Belvedere. Our waitress swore it was Belvedere but we know the difference. We ordered our burgers "medium well" and they were well done. Beyond charred. And the steak fries they serve now are a pathetic replacement for the former waffle fries. Goodbye, Elsa's. It used to be a fun, unique dining experience but now the place looks worn & tired and service and food are not what they used to be.

terrific spot for any occasion and any meal. Whether you dine at the bar, in the main dining area or the lounge The food options are varied and delicious. Excellent & consistent customer service. It's an An all around great vibe.

Very good dinner here. The place was very busy and service was a little slow, but understandable under the circumstances. Good vibe from the crowd. Thought that the cocktails were just okay. Nothing special but certainly not bad. Seems like a good place for a casual bite to eat with friends.

GREAT Location and view. Park with holiday lights across the street, easy parking, generally very cool. However ... for a restaurant that wants to be "upscale", 1) the place smelled like weed 2) the server was basically a doe in the headlights 3) there was a nail sticking out of the bottom of my chair 4) the food was solidly average I have no problem with #1 if I'm at a dive bar #2 is never great but ok ‍ #3 is simply not acceptable and #4 is just plain average For a place that wants to be upscale, this falls far short. It's average, with the cool ambiance making up for everything else.

I called Elsa's and got the answering service , the voicemail said they open at 5pm with NO reservations. Today is my sisters birthday and all she wanted was wings and a starburst martini from Elsa's, we got down there around 510 and the place was completely packed with an hour and a half wait time. WTH.? I asked the host what time did they open and he said 5. So, you're completely packed with in 10 minutes. That is ridiculous and unnecessary. We should be able to make reservation on the weekend! Sincerely, Disappointed and pissed off!

Elsa's consistency is unmatched. They always deliver the same great service and delicious food. They pour an awesome drink and you can't go wrong with anything in the menu though I am partial to the pork chop sandwich and the patty melt. If you haven't stopped in lately--put it back on your list.

Staff was very friendly and we had a wonderful time. A member of our party needed some accommodation and it was provided without a request. Very attentive. The place was busy and bright.

Honestly, I didn't have much of the food here, just the nachos (which were average. It was surprise Lu noise for a bit of the time. Not sure what was going on, but it cleared up. Very good (but pricey drinks)! I chose the Saint Germain and the a cheap Bell's Two Hearted. But it's right on Cathedral Square so a nice view and fun place to walk around. The wait staff was super friendly and attentive!

The ambiance was nice as a tourist. My friend and I shared the wing platter which was more than enough. The drinks were amazing and service was good. I was included in a large party and they accommodated us well.

This place was amazing! You definitely need to come here for the drinks, but honestly, the food is so good too! Of course they're known for their delicious drinks. I started with the Seville 75 martini, it was amazing! So perfectly crafted. My 2nd drink was the St. Germain. I'm not sure which one I liked more, they were both perfect. And nice big sizes as well! For the food, my and friend split two entrees. We had the patty melt burger and the pork chop sandwich. Oh my goodness, I loooved them both. The patty melt was so juicy and grilled perfectly. The pork chop sandwich was equally as amazing. The pork chop was thin but wasn't dried out. I had the burnt onions on it, and asked for a side of Dijon mustard (as the menu suggests). You DEFINITELY want the mustard with it, it just elevates the whole sandwich to something incredible. My biggest mistake was that I left my leftovers sitting on the table when I left and wasn't able to enjoy the food the next day! I cannot recommend this place enough. It's simply a must in MKE!

Elsa's is freaking magically, I've been going here for years and never ever had an bad experience. The staff is amazing when you walk in everyone knows your name, what drink you get and what foods you get omg. I'm there every Monday for there chicken nachos, with buffalo sauce it just melts in your mouth. They have the best gourmet wings you ever will taste, drinks strong and valid as well as the deserts. It's a great spot to go on a date or just talk mingle and if your lucky pick up your prefer sex lol. This place is super addictive, when you go you will understand what I'm saying. See you there Monday.

The food here is sooo good! The only weird thing is the host stand. There really isn't one so you kind of just wait in the middle of the restaurant for someone to come seat you and they are pretty much always packed during peak hours. Not a lot of room to wait for a table. I haven't had a bad martini here yet and it's what they're known for. The tangy teriyaki wings are some of the best wings I've hand in a long time. Great speedy service overall. Food also came out very quickly. Overall one of my top spots for drinks and dinner. Love the jazz and overall environment.

Wow! What a cool dining experience. Walking in, I wasn't sure this was the right spot because my boyfriend mentioned we'd be getting burgers (my favorite). The ambiance is classy (white tablecloth and fancy cocktail glass classy) but the food is classic. We started with one of their appetizers, the Hell's Fire Fries. These homemade chips with Cajun Mayo were incredible. Known for their burgers, we decided to split two burgers (Burger Las Brisas and The Bigger Mac). Definitely lit our tastebuds up with delight! Excited to come back and try their chicken wings next time.