Carnevor

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Address:
724 N Milwaukee St
Milwaukee, WI 53202

Neighborhood:
Milwaukee

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Cuisine:
Steak

Price: $31 to $50

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Carnevor Details

Dining Style: Casual Elegant
Website: http://www.carnevor.com
Email: info@carnevor.com
Phone: (414) 223-2200
Hours of Operation: Dinner: Monday - Wednesday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm, Thursday - Saturday: 5:00pm - 11:00pm
Payment Options: AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: Steak, Seafood, Steakhouse
Executive Chef: Jarvis Williams
Dress Code: Business Casual
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Non-Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Smoking Area, Smoking Area (patio only), Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Cross Street: Wisconsin
Parking: Valet

A word from Carnevor

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 Kobe, imported from Japan to guarantee the most succulent and tender waygu. And with a wine list featuring more than 400 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.
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"Perfectly cooked steak, every time. We had the filets (6 & 10 oz.) Medium rare & medium respectively. Perfect on all counts. We also had two sides, asparagus & mashed potatoes. Great atmosphere, very attentive staff. One of the best places to grab a steak... anywhere in the country (been to 3 locations). Quite the wine list however, know that wine is always way more expensive in restaurants & this one is no exception. However, I do believe they will cork a bottle for you for a fee if you'd like to bring your own (call to be sure). Lastly, I rated the "noise level" at two because it was not clear how that rating worked. My experience was that the noise was not too loud."
Dined on 4/11/2014
"We were looking for a good restaurant to celebrate our anniversary. We found one! The ambiance was fantastic. Not too loud, good 80’s music in the background and nice décor/lighting. The food was fantastic. I had the barrel cut filet and my wife had the tuna. Both were done to perfection. The vegetables were fantastic as well. We recommend the caramelized brussel sprouts. The wait staff was excellent as well!"
Dined on 4/12/2014
"The service was slow, the food was really nothing special (I have had better filet mignon at a Texas Roadhouse), it was far to dark to see anything unless you were under a spot light and then you were casting a shadow on your food. The worst part of the night was that we had a reservation and we got seated on the upper level right next to an obnoxiously loud party of 8. What really grinds my gears was that the lower level was only half full and we, as a party of two, got placed next to the "party section". I wish there was a noise level labeled deafening, that would be more accurate to my experience. I was unable to hear a word from my date the entire night so we sat in silence. Thanks Carnivor, you helped me make a GREAT impression."
Dined on 4/12/2014
"Truly the best tasting steak, so juicy and tender, that I have ever had being the steak connoisseur I am. Thank you!"
Dined on 4/12/2014
"I went with 3 other ppl. The appetizers (we shared 2) were good, not fabulous. My steak was amazing (I ordered the petite filet with garlic herb butter), but the other 3 in my party felt their steak was good but not great. We all shared a dessert of fried doughnuts which were pretty tasteless. It's definitely pricey, especially for Milwaukee, so be prepared for that. Although we didn't order it, there's was even a 6 oz. cut of meat on the menu for $161."
Dined on 4/12/2014
"The food, staff, cocktails and service were all outstanding as usual. It's well worth the price, but that's what keeps me from partaking more often. We celebrated my cousin's birthday and he loved everything about it. Thank you for consistently delivering an extraordinary experience."
Dined on 4/11/2014
"Went to Carnevor to celebrate my wife's birthday. Great experience...consistent with every time we've been there."
Dined on 4/9/2014
"We were a party of 5. Everyone was more than pleased with what they ordered. The steaks were done to perfection. Will dine there again for sure!!"
Dined on 4/5/2014
"My wife and I have been to Carnevor a number of times now and it is always amazing."
Dined on 4/5/2014
"This restaurant was great, from the moment we walked in to the moment we left the staff was will and able to help. The food was very pricey, but worth it."
Dined on 4/5/2014
"This place was amazing..I thoroughly enjoyed the ambiance. Service quick and attentive. I had the more expensive Kobe steak, my husband had the regular filet minion .. wow you can definitely taste and difference . Amazing.. they found out it was our anniversary very politely by striking conversation and delivered a wonderful deconstructed dessert upon surprise. This will definitely be a place we eat again at and taking family and friends there as well."
Dined on 4/4/2014
"This place was spectacular. It was definately pricey but we received what we paid for. The best filet both myself and my husband have ever ate. The truffled mashed potatoes. ...amazing. This place needs to be on your go to list. We will be back definately!"
Dined on 3/22/2014
"Great dining experience. The setting , quality and staff are well done to make the meal notable."
Dined on 3/20/2014
"We went to Carnevore for our 25th wedding anniversary and everyone there made it a very memorable evening."
Dined on 3/15/2014
"Absolutely amazing food and wonderful service. I had the filet which was as good as any I've ever had before. Someone else in my party had the fish which they raved about. Service was wonderful. The restaurant was a little dark, but sitting by the window was perfect. Wanted to impress out-of-towners and definitely did."
Dined on 3/15/2014
"Nothing could make it as great as my experience was. Great service, great atmosphere, and great food!!!!"
Dined on 3/15/2014
"The food was good.. Steaks were excellent, but at 100 for the surf and turf w lobster, I was definitely happy it was in the expense account."
Dined on 3/12/2014
"We had a good meeting in the upper room - good food, good service, great location. Order the wet NY strip rare+ and it was pretty good. The seafood apps are outstanding."
Dined on 3/10/2014
"Steaks were the best, service was impeccable, family celebration couldn't have been better. Everything was delicious"
Dined on 3/4/2014
"I was disappointed with Carnevor, mainly because the food was not that good (except for a steak) and way overpriced. On the plus side, our server was congenial & helpful, the other staff were polite & well-trained, and the wine list is commendable in its range of selections."
Dined on 3/4/2014
"The food was amazing. I had the petite filet and it was cooked perfectly. My husband got the Ribeye- also fantastic! We had two gentlemen taking care of us that night and they were great. Only one small issue came up. My husband had ordered mushrooms with his steak, and asparagus came out. Not a big deal, we were thinking of ordering that as well. We let the server know, and they took care of it right away. As we said- not a big deal. We are pretty laid back with things like that. The only thing that was a bit odd, was after this took place we did not see a server again until they gave us our check. A bit off putting- as the mix up was not our fault. But regardless- as always great food!"
Dined on 3/1/2014
"Steaks are very good. Service was very attentive. I have been to this restaurant several times and have always been happy with the experience."
Dined on 3/1/2014
"Went to Carnevor to impress a date and I was not disappointed. The food, wine & servce was great! Next time I would like to sit upstairs. When the downstairs dining area is full and the bar is busy it can get very noisy."
Dined on 3/1/2014
"We were very pleased with Carvevor! The food was excellent, from the shrimp cocktail, to the salads we had (Blue Cheese lettuce wedge and tomato mozzerella), to the awesome, mouthwatering steak and sides and the delish desert. Was a bit pricey, but knew that going in and was worth every penny! Went on a whim when visiting Milwaukee and would definitely go back again!"
Dined on 2/22/2014
"The food was amazing, service great, my 6 and 8 year old enjoyed it as well!"
Dined on 2/22/2014
"Great steaks but Seafood options are equally satisfying. As always we had a fantastic dining experience."
Dined on 2/21/2014
"This was our sixth visit to Carnevor, and it was another terrific meal. We were seated in the upper area located in the back, which I prefer because it's less noisy than the main floor. Service was friendly and prompt. My bone-in ribeye was prepared perfectly to medium rare. My wife ordered her filet medium rare, and although it came out a bit on the rare side, she said it was great. We had the caprese salad as an appetizer; the mozzarella and tomatoes were very fresh. After six visits, I've become slightly addicted to their truffle mashed potatoes; they're so good I wanted to lick the bowl they came in. I'm looking forward to visit #7."
Dined on 2/14/2014
"My wife and I went to Carnevor last Saturday evening for my birthday dinner. Despite having reservations and being smartly dressed (I in a $600+ suit and my wife in a dress I am afraid to see the cost of), the hostesses attempted to seat us in the basement- in the corner of a small room already occupied by a large private group from Marquette University. The room was clearly for private gatherings and had no atmosphere whatsoever. Upon refusing to be sat there, we were immediately sat in the main restaurant. It very much put me off, especially when appropriate seating was clearly available. However, everything else was great after that. The food and our servers were sensational. I will go back, I just hope they have better hostesses...."
Dined on 2/15/2014
"took my girlfriend here for valentines day on the 15th.the valet service was perfect and only cost 5 dollars. We both got a drink and beach ordered steak. We got a couple of sides including asparagus carrots and twice baked red potatoes. The steak was absolutely mouth watering the asparagus and potatoes we're also very good. Both my girlfriend and I will rave about the carrots that we got as a side. Of note, these were not on the actual menu but the server candidly said I'm sure I can make a couple of appear. We finished off with creme brule a which was delicate and delicious. Yes this place is a little more expensive, but given the on the ambience, the service, and the amazing food I highly recommend this place."
Dined on 2/15/2014
"This restaurant is great! The wait staff is knowledgeable and friendly. The food is amazing - do not pass up dessert - as full as you may be, the desserts are really amazing. It seems this restaurant has found a way to do everything well."
Dined on 2/15/2014
"We dined here on Valentine's Day. Great service and a really nice meal. Pricey, but worth it."
Dined on 2/14/2014
"Went here late Saturday night for dinner. Had heard about the restaurant from friends and was not disappointed. The steaks were perfect, I will say that both my girlfriend and I agreed they were the best we've had in the Milwaukee area. Only two items I was not impressed with: my drink wasn't cold and our server was not very friendly. The server was knowledgeable and was always there when we needed him, but would never make eye contact or smile, seemed like it had been a long day maybe? We will be back though because of the food! Caprese salad was amazing!"
Dined on 2/15/2014
"My husband and I had a wonderful time at Carnevor for our Valentine's Day dinner date. Great ambience, EXCELLENT service, amazing food and drinks… Even on a budget of $150 we found the perfect meal and beverages. Oh, and giving a red rose to your female patrons was a very nice touch. I would definitely recommend Carnevor to all my friends and family!"
Dined on 2/14/2014
"This place is so overrated! Steaks are boring & bland. The middle dining area upstairs is boring. They shouldn't seat 2 there because the tables are fit for groups. I wasn't happy about a woman calling 25 hrs in advance to confirm my reservation on Valentine's Day & collect my credit card info. She wasn't even going to explain why she needed this info!!! How dumb! After I inquired she advised I could cancel up to 24 hrs in advance without being charged $20 for a no-show. But the service at the restaurant was great."
Dined on 2/14/2014
"Went on valentines day. It was not over crowded and the food was amazing. Would recommend it to anyone who didn't mind spending a little money. But well worth it!"
Dined on 2/14/2014
"Went to Carnevor with a friend before the Badgers game in Madison. Josh was our server and took great care of us. Told him we had to be out within 1 hour and he, along with the kitchen staff made that happen. My 10 ounce filet was cooked perfectly, my friend had the 8 ounce filet and he mentioned it was the best he ever had. Mac n Cheese and Truffled mashed potatoes were excellent! I highly recommend Carnevor to anyone looking for an awesome meal with great service in downtown Milwaukee!"
Dined on 2/13/2014
"Amazing food...very romantic...I can't wait to go back!"
Dined on 2/12/2014
"This was our first visit to Carnivore and it won't be our last. We tried the mac n cheese for our appetizer which was delicious. Our steaks were melt-in-your-mouth perfection, with the to die for truffle mashed potatoes we couldn't complain. The smores dessert was a delectable end to the dinner. Our waitstaff was wonderful, very attentive, friendly amd fun. Thanks for a memorable evening."
Dined on 2/8/2014
"While the food was good, it wasn't exceptional. Since they are not at all bashful with their prices, I expected the rib-eye steak I ordered to be on a par with the ones I've been served at Five O'Clock steakhouse or Mr. B's. It wasn't. The entrees served to the others in my group (of six) were, again, just OK. Since I was picking up the tab for this meal, it was NOT the reaction from them I had desired. I hadhoped for a memorable evening with family gathered for a great meal, especially since two of the couples were also celebrating their wedding anniversaries. Unfortunately, it didn't turn out that way. My recommendation, if you know of a place that left you with a "I thoroughly enjoyed that meal feeling", go there again and skip Carnevor."
Dined on 2/8/2014
"My wife and I had a wonderful time. Service was outstanding anf very friendly! Food was incredible, and the decor wad modern and sleek."
Dined on 2/7/2014

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