Diners' Choice: Great for scenic views restaurants in Milwaukee

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking restaurants that have the most scenic view in Milwaukee? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Bartolotta's Lake Park Bistro

4.8

4.8 (5921)

$50 and over

French

Milwaukee

About the restaurant

Bartolotta's Lake Park Bistro’s beautiful setting in a park pavilion overlooking Lake Michigan and its award-winning cuisine have made it one of the premier dining and special event destinations in Milwaukee since 1995. The menu ranges from traditional to modern.

Top review

Rachael

Dined 1 day ago

Delicious food! Fun atmosphere! We celebrated a 50th birthday and had a wonderful time!

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4.7

4.7 (8486)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Milwaukee

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

Susan

Dined 4 days ago

We ate here to celebrate visiting all 50 states and really enjoyed everything. They treated us very well, even providing a Congratulations dessert. The scallops on risotto were delicious and my husband had the branzino, which he said was amazing. Our server was great, always there when needed and the view of the art museum and being on the water made our decision to celebrate here a perfect one.

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Popular dish

Salmon Rillettes

Popular dish

Connecticut-Style Lobster Roll

Popular dish

Crab Cake

Screaming Tuna - Milwaukee

4.7

4.7 (1505)

$30 and under

Sushi

Milwaukee

About the restaurant

As a Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch partner, we are committed to a menu composed of sustainably sourced seafood. In addition, Screaming Tuna has something to cater to any dietary need or taste; from sushi & short rib, to vegan & gluten free fare. It's all topped off with a riverside bar offering world class sakes & wines, local brews & completely original craft cocktails.

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KellyVIP

Dined on May 8, 2025

Our server was exceptional from the moment she quickly came to our table. She was bartending as well but didn’t miss a beat. She was very friendly and the food was as good as usual.

Bridgewater Modern Grill

4.7

4.7 (1094)

$31 to $50

American

Milwaukee

About the restaurant

Designed to inspire connectivity, The Bridgewater Modern Grill celebrates its home on the river with honest, unambiguous cooking. Quality meals and memories are enjoyed on the longest river-front patio in the city with one goal: bringing people together to enjoy everything Milwaukee has to offer.

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DavidVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Great and friendly service and delicious menu! Thank you very much!

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The Commodore - A Bartolotta Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (457)

$31 to $50

American

Hartland

About the restaurant

Located on the shores of Nagawicka Lake in the heart of Lake Country, The Commodore – A Bartolotta Restaurant inhabits the historic property that first opened in 1902 as the Pleasant View Hotel and Resort and was most recently the Seven Seas for nearly four decades. Operated by The Bartolotta Restaurants, the premier restaurant and catering organization in the Greater Milwaukee region, The Commodore – A Bartolotta Restaurant is named for the leader of classic yacht clubs and embraces the historical significance of the past with modern touches of elegance. The unique, expansive property has been thoughtfully reimagined to include a remarkable suite of dining and event experiences, including a restaurant, intimate private dining rooms, and expansive outdoor space for groups and gatherings.

Reservations are recommended, and we have a 15-minute grace period, so please call us if you are running late.

Top review

Nick

Dined today

The Commodore is a beautiful spot with fantastic decor and a dedicated staff. We've enjoyed our visits and truly see its potential for a wonderful dining experience. We're confident that with a few adjustments, it will truly shine!

Blue Bat Kitchen & Tequilaria

4.6

4.6 (856)

$30 and under

American

Milwaukee

About the restaurant

Blue Bat Kitchen finds inspiration in the energy and flavors of street food around the globe. We feature fresh, global street food in a relaxed and fun environment that pairs perfectly with Milwaukee’s very first Tequilaria. Over 160 Tequilas to try plus, Tacos, Bowls, Snacks, Salads and more await!

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Dyalon

Dined 7 days ago

Great service as always! Love the outside seating and ambiance! Blue Bat is one of my favorites!

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4.5

4.5 (248)

$30 and under

Greek

Milwaukee

About the restaurant

Located in Milwaukee's Brewer's Hill neighborhood, Avli offers contemporary and classic Greek small plates, mains, and desserts as well as approachable Greek wines and inventive cocktails.

Enjoy our inviting bi-level dining room and expansive outdoor patio that’s dog-friendly for dinner and weekend brunch! We look forward to having you in to experience our core philosophies of Philoxenia (hospitality), Meraki (passion) and Kefi (joy).

For parties of 8 or fewer, book online with OpenTable.
For parties of 9-12, please call the restaurant directly at (414) 395-1300.
For parties greater than 12, book with Avli Events by contacting our team here: https://www.avli.us/tripleseat-form-avli or by calling our Events Team at (312) 526-3606.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined 2 days ago

The food was exceptional! Tasty, timely service, frequent check-in by server, prices reasonable. Outdoor eating was enjoyable.

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Experience

Bottomless Mimosa Weekend Brunch!

J. Leinenkugel's Barrel Yard

4.4

4.4 (97)

$31 to $50

American

Milwaukee

About the restaurant

The J. Leinenkugel’s Barrel Yard at American Family Field is set to open in April of 2023. The working brewery features specialty beer brewed onsite by the Master Brewers at Leinenkugel’s, as well as a full-service bar and restaurant experience in one of the most premier locations of the ballpark, overlooking left field at American Family Field.

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Lisa

Dined on Apr 29, 2025

A group of us met at the Barrel Yard for a meeting. Our table was ready, our server was super nice and the food was good - we didn't wait very long to get it either! Will definitely go back!

Motor at the Harley-Davidson Museum

4.3

4.3 (483)

$30 and under

American

Milwaukee

About the restaurant

At the heart of the 20-acre Harley-Davidson Museum campus, MOTOR Bar & Restaurant is a destination for connection, community, and conversation. MOTOR offers bold and spirited food and beverage with a focus on local products, genuine hospitality, and memory-making events that will keep guests coming back all year long.

Our desirable location in Milwaukee on the Menomonee River, combined with the iconic history of Harley-Davidson, fosters a unique and inviting space for people to gather and connect beyond the plate.

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donna

Dined on Jun 3, 2025

Food was great and plentiful and the service was very good.

Smoke on the Water BBQ Okauchee

4.3

4.3 (98)

$30 and under

Barbecue

Oconomowoc

About the restaurant

For the last 18 years, Joe Hennes and his wife Ellen have been building a family-oriented meeting place for friends to gather at Sloppy Joe's Saloon and Spoon in Hubertus. In December 2020, they purchased this property, and brought the philosophy of food, fun, and laughter from Washington County to Lake Country. They renamed the property Smoke on the Water to reflect the revamped menu which includes a large selection of home-smoked meat items. Open jams, live music, karaoke and fun events are already a regular part of the experience.

And after a decade of the lower level sitting vacant, they just launched "Below Deck," a brand new state of the art banquet facility and live music venue that accommodates about 250 people.

Whether arriving by land or sea, you'll enjoy Lake Country's best lake-vibe barbecue, cocktails, live music & friends.

Experience Smoke on the Water - where strangers become friends, and friends become family.

Top review

Kelly

Dined on Jun 4, 2025

Amazing food, overlooking the lake, staff was very friendly! Can’t wait to go back!!!

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