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Address:
249 N Water St
Milwaukee, WI 53202

Neighborhood:
Milwaukee

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Cuisine:
American

Price: $30 and under

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Water Buffalo Details

Dining Style: Casual Dining
Website: http://www.waterbuffalomilwaukee.com
Email: info@waterbuffalomilwaukee.com
Phone: (414) 431-1133
Hours of Operation: Lunch: Daily: 11:00am - 5:00pm; Dinner: Sun - Thurs: 5:00pm - 10:00pm Fri and Sat 5:00pm - midnight
Payment Options: AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Executive Chef: Frank Ortlieb
Dress Code: Casual Dress
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Private Party Facilities: Private space can accommodate up to 150 guests in the summer; great for group gatherings. No matter the occasion, Water Buffalo is the perfect spot for your event.
Private Party Contact: Joe Lawton (414) 455-2115

Getting there

Cross Street: Buffalo St.
Parking: Valet
Parking Details: Street and surface lots are plentiful; private parking lot also available near by.

A word from Water Buffalo

Milwaukee's newest riverfront bar and restaurant in the heart of the historic third ward. Fantastic outdoor riverfront seating as well as a dynamic, highly designed space with a varied casual menu. Plenty of parking via daily valet service, very unusual for the 3rd Ward. This may be the most unique… Riverfront restaurant and bar in Milwaukee. Great late night too.Continued

Water Buffalo

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123 $30 and under restaurant

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112 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

112 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

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Diners classify this restaurant as:

scenic view(46)
neighborhood gem(41)
fit for foodies(40)

great for outdoor dining(33)
romantic(30)
good for groups(26)

Current OpenTable.com Diner Reviews (112)

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Everything tasted good. But

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/14/2012

2012

Dined on 04/14/2012

2012

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Everything tasted good. But I was still a little hungry afterwards. The calamari was great with the sauce that they provided."

Dined on 04/14/2012

2012

Special Features: scenic view

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

This was our 2nd visit to

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Dined on 04/14/2012

2012

Dined on 04/14/2012

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

"This was our 2nd visit to Water Buffalo. The food and service were great both times. I definitely recommend the Thai Curry Chicken and the Turkey & Brie sandwich. Even the presentation of the food is appetizing. I also like the feel of the restaurant; cute little candle & flower centerpieces make it romantic yet not stuffy. The signature martinis we tried were ok....that's really the only negative thing I'd have to say. Overall, Water Buffalo has very delicious, affordably priced food in a nice atmosphere."

Dined on 04/14/2012

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

This is one of my favorite

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/30/2012

2012

Dined on 03/30/2012

2012

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"This is one of my favorite restaurants. I always get the ahi tuna, and it's fabulous, just wasn't available this evening. My girlfriend and I ordered the scallops and the dish was below par. Dessert was good, service was good , entrees were lacking."

Dined on 03/30/2012

2012

Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

A great dinner for a good

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/13/2012

2008

Dined on 04/13/2012

2008

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"A great dinner for a good price. Nice for a group event or a date night."

Dined on 04/13/2012

2008

Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, great for lunch

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

The Water Buffalo is a cozy

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/11/2012

2012

Dined on 04/11/2012

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The Water Buffalo is a cozy restaurant with an inviting atmosphere. It has a nice river front location and a menu with a nice selection of food options. The staff were very warm and friendly. Its a was a good location for a lunch out with co-workers."

Dined on 04/11/2012

2012

Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great local gem

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/07/2012

2009

Dined on 04/07/2012

2009

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Because we got there early our table was not ready, which was just fine because they have a great bar. The bartender was so friendly and the whole bar scene was so nice and relaxing that we cancelled are table and had dinner in the bar instead."

Dined on 04/07/2012

2009

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Love this restaurant! Great

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/07/2012

2011

Dined on 04/07/2012

2011

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Love this restaurant! Great food. Poor service this time (very slow) but usually are pretty good."

Dined on 04/07/2012

2011

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent! I would recommend

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/07/2012

2010

Dined on 04/07/2012

2010

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Excellent! I would recommend Water Buffalo to EVERYONE. Great food at a reasonable price with a modern atmosphere. Not to mention great service along with a great view. You can't go wrong."

Dined on 04/07/2012

2010

Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, scenic view, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

We had a reservation for 8:15pm

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/31/2012

2012

Dined on 03/31/2012

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We had a reservation for 8:15pm on Saturday night. We got there on time, but they were unable to seat us for another 15 minutes. For being late, they gave us a free drink each, which was really nice and unexpected. We were seated in a dimly lit table near the bar, but other than that things were great."