Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue - Milwaukee

Name: Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue - Milwaukee
Address: 301 West Juneau Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States, 53203
Telephone: (414) 223-3311
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7 (1748)

$31 to $50

Barbecue

301 West Juneau Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

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2 people

Jun 30, 2025

10:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Good for business meals
Fancy

Carson’s Restaurant Milwaukee’s Best BBQ Ribs. Dedication to hearty portions, homemade recipes, and an unwavering commitment to finest quality. Carson's award winning slow-smoked competition style best BBQ babyback ribs. Other must-try BBQ or Greek Chicken and Chops, Black Angus and Prime Steaks, Homemade Cole Slaw, homemade salad dressings, scratch-made potato sides, shrimp, and salmon.

Indulge in attentive & personal service in time-tested old-school ambiance; high-backed leather booths, white tablecloths, and roomy chairs & barstools. Above the glow of candlelight, the likes of Frank Sinatra, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and hundreds of other notable Carson's fans join you in your meal. Located just steps from the Fiserv Forum, Carson's stands at the Milwaukee riverfront on the ground floor of The Moderne high-rise.
Come see why Carson's is a quintessential landmark restaurant for over 45 years. America's #1 BBQ since 1977,

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Barbecue, Steak, American
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm
Phone number
(414) 223-3311
Website
http://ribs.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Best Ribs Essential Barbecue Restaurant
Catering
Contact our Party Planner at ribs.com/contact-us OR Visit our website RIBS.COM THE Essential Barbecue Restaurant Best Ribs Milwaukee
Private party facilities
Contact our Party Planner at ribs.com/contact-usOR Visit our website RIBS.COMTHE Essential Barbecue Restaurant Best Ribs Milwaukee
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
301 West Juneau Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203
Neighborhood
Milwaukee
Cross street
N Old World 3rd St
Parking details
Valet is available during Fiserv events, Bucks games, and every Friday and Saturday night. $12 for dine-in only and $40 to dine-in and keep your vehicle valeted during the event. (Prices are subject to change.)
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

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Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue in Milwaukee offers a consistently memorable dining experience. Guests rave about the "magnificent food" and "exceptional service," with standout dishes like the Mediterranean pork chop and BBQ ribs. The atmosphere is described as "wonderful," and the knowledgeable staff enhances the overall experience. Perfect for special occasions or casual dinners alike.

1,748 Reviews

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Helen & Demetrius
Wisconsin2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was fantastic. Our server was very knowledgeable and friendly. Atmosphere was wonderful ans the food was magnificent! Another wonderful experience. Didn't expect anything else!
Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue - MilwaukeeResponded on June 17, 2025
Dear Helen & Demetrius, Thank you for your fantastic 5 star review of Carson’s Prime Steaks and Famous Barbecue Milwaukee! We are delighted to hear that everything was wonderful during your recent visit, from our knowledgeable and friendly server to the magnificent food and wonderful atmosphere. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to providing you with another excellent experience soon. Sincerely, Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue Milwaukee Team RIBS. com
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chris
Wisconsin2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, our waiter was a cool guy, all around good experience
Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue - MilwaukeeResponded on June 14, 2025
Dear Chris, Thank you for your wonderful 5 star review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the great food, 5 star service, and experienced an all-around good time. It's especially nice to know you greatly enjoyed talking with Christian. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back soon. Sincerely, Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue Milwaukee Team RIBS. com
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Jeanette
Wisconsin2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Never disappoints. We were there to celebrate graduation and service was exceptional and food is always amazing!
Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue - MilwaukeeResponded on June 8, 2025
Dear Jeanette, Thank you very much for your excellent five-star review! We are delighted to know you had a wonderful dining experience and that our team provided exceptional service for your graduation celebration. It is truly gratifying to hear you consistently enjoy our food as well. We eagerly anticipate your next visit to Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue Milwaukee. Sincerely, Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue Milwaukee Team RIBS. com
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Peggy
Wisconsin1 review
2.0
Dined on June 5, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
I’m not sure I’d recommend this place. While the food was okay, the service left a lot to be desired — especially for the price. I had a reservation for two, but arrived after the other guest. The maitre d couldn’t find our booking at first and only located it after I gave my phone number. That wasn’t a huge deal, but it set the tone. Once seated, the waiter asked the other diner if they were ready to order drinks. They said they were fine with water, and the waiter walked away before I could even place a drink order. Later, when we ordered food, he again started with the other diner and nearly left without taking my order. I had to stop him. I ordered the salmon with creamed spinach but received undercooked salmon with cheesy potatoes instead. When the plates were cleared, the waiter only asked the other diner if they wanted dessert, and again walked away without acknowledging me. It wasn’t a busy lunch service, so none of this felt like an issue of being overwhelmed. It just felt like I wasn’t being seen. The bill came out to just over $100 for two entrees and a mocktail, thanks to a mandatory 18% gratuity and tax. For that kind of money, I expect attentive, respectful service — not to feel like an afterthought.
Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue - MilwaukeeResponded on June 8, 2025
Dear Peggy, Thank you for taking time to share feedback. We regret to hear you felt unseen and appreciate you bringing this to our attention. We apologize the initial difficulty locating your reservation listed under Steven Forbes. Updating your OpenTable profile to Peggy will help in the future. Your order total $83 included a bottle of sparkling water, cranberry mocktail, Caesar salad, filet mignon skewers, and cedar plank ginger salmon, cream spinach, and coleslaw. No desserts ordered. Tax $6.98, and 18% recommended pre-tax tip calculated for guest convenience. We’ll carefully discuss all with our team to ensure guests are treated with attentiveness and respect. Please feel free to contact Dean Carson directly at 773-310-1000 to discuss how we can improve your future experiences.
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Richard J
New York City34 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another very satisfying experience at Carson's. Delicious food and cocktails, a friendly and knowledgable waiter, a wonderful atmosphere - what could be better?
Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue - MilwaukeeResponded on June 7, 2025
Dear Richard, Thanks so much for your amazing review! We’re thrilled to hear you had another very satisfying experience at Carson's and that you enjoyed our delicious food and cocktails, friendly and knowledgeable service, and wonderful atmosphere. It's fantastic to see perfect scores for Food, Service, Ambience, and Value. We strive to provide our guests with the best possible dining experience, and your feedback is invaluable to us. We’re delighted that we exceeded your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back to Carson's again soon! Sincerely, Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue Milwaukee Team RIBS. com
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Leah
Wisconsin30 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 3, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Our favorite spot for their Mediterranean pork chop… A good deal for downtown dining but it’s a busy time… The managers were conscientious and Christopher was beyond kind… Making our dining experience extra special!
Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue - MilwaukeeResponded on June 5, 2025
Dear Leah, Thank you for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed our Mediterranean pork chop and found our Downtown Dining deal to be a good value. We appreciate your observation regarding the busy period. It is good to know that our managers were attentive and that Christopher's exceptional kindness contributed to a particularly special dining experience for you. We will certainly share your kind words with him and the rest of our team. Thank you again for sharing your experience. We look forward to the pleasure of welcoming you back to Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue in the near future! Sincerely, Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue Milwaukee Team RIBS. com
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Michael
Wisconsin6 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our waiter Darrin made this a meal to remember, matched only by the Grecian-style chicken. An all around wonderful meal. We dined with two friends that had just had an Anniversary meal the previous day at a very well known and luxe restaurant. That previous meal was just the opposite of their meal at Carson's. They said they are going to try to forget that meal but remember Carson's for its excellence. My wife had the Grecian-style pork chop, a mammoth chop filled with moisture and charcoal tastes. Her previous favorite was from the late Jimmy Jackson but she felt this might have topped it; equaled it for sure. Don had the BBQ ribs and his wife the Grecian-style chicken which she proclaimed maybe the best roast chicken ever. Everything was so good and they comped my wife a birthday brownie with ice cream and whipped cream despite knowing their gift was 6 days early. If only all restaurants had this combination of food quality, service an attention to detail. Empty nesters, we eat out more frequent than most but this meal stood out.
Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue - MilwaukeeResponded on June 4, 2025
Dear Michael, Thank you for an outstanding 5-star review! We’re so pleased you enjoyed your dining experience, especially our food and Darrin's exceptional service. We’re thrilled your friends found their experience at Carson's superior and wish to remember our commitment to quality. It's wonderful your wife thoroughly enjoyed the Grecian pork chop, and that Don found our BBQ ribs yummy while his wife loved the Grecian chicken. We're so happy we made your wife's birthday special with a celebratory brownie. As frequent diners, your appreciation means a great deal to us. We aim for high-quality food, excellent service, and attention to detail, and your review confirms our success. Thanks again for your kind words. Sincerely, Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue Milwaukee Team RIBS. com
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Claudia VIP
Wisconsin8 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 3, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The ribs are just chewy enough, coated with exactly the right amount of delectable sauce. The au gratin potatoes were piping hot and fabulous. There is a reason why their coleslaw wins awards-it is excellent. The wine list is a bit lacking and overpriced, but the food is terrific.
Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue - MilwaukeeResponded on June 5, 2025
Dear Claudia, Thank you for your wonderful review of Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your dining experience. We’re so glad you enjoyed the award winning bbq ribs and found them to be just the right texture and perfectly sauced. It's also great to hear that you loved the cheesy au gratin potatoes and our homemade coleslaw. We take pride in the quality of our food, and your positive feedback is very rewarding. Thank you for your constructive feedback regarding our wine list. We continuously change our wine offerings as vintage tastes and seasons change. We welcome you back to Carson's again soon! Sincerely, Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue Milwaukee Team RIBS. com
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Lisa
Wisconsin13 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great service and delicious, fresh food with a good variety of options.
Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue - MilwaukeeResponded on June 3, 2025
Dear Lisa, Thank you for your kind 5 star feedback! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed our service, delicious and fresh food, and the variety of our options. We always strive to provide the best possible experience for our guests. We would be happy to welcome you back to Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue again soon! Sincerely, Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue Milwaukee Team RIBS. com
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Paul
Wisconsin72 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wide selection of wines and beers. The corn bread and salads were outstanding along with the ribs. A place to visit again for the ribs
Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue - MilwaukeeResponded on June 5, 2025
Dear Paul, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a superb 5 star review of Carson’s Milwaukee! We truly appreciate you highlighting our wide selection of wines and beers. It's also fantastic to hear that you found the scratch made cornbread and salads with homemade family recipe dressings outstanding, and that our award winning bbq ribs were a standout for you. We are absolutely thrilled that you enjoyed your experience so much that you plan to visit us again specifically for the our award winning bbq babyback ribs. We eagerly anticipate your next visit and look forward to providing you with another excellent meal. Sincerely, Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue Milwaukee Team RIBS. com
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Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue - Milwaukee offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (414) 223-3311.

Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue - Milwaukee is rated 4.7 stars by 1748 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 30, 2025

10:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

Google Map for Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue - Milwaukee

301 West Juneau Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
N Old World 3rd St
Neighborhood
Milwaukee
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Barbecue, Steak, American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet is available during Fiserv events, Bucks games, and every Friday and Saturday night. $12 for dine-in only and $40 to dine-in and keep your vehicle valeted during the event. (Prices are subject to change.)
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Best Ribs Essential Barbecue Restaurant
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://ribs.com/
Phone number
(414) 223-3311
Catering
Contact our Party Planner at ribs.com/contact-us OR Visit our website RIBS.COM THE Essential Barbecue Restaurant Best Ribs Milwaukee
Private party facilities
Contact our Party Planner at ribs.com/contact-usOR Visit our website RIBS.COMTHE Essential Barbecue Restaurant Best Ribs Milwaukee

Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue - Milwaukee

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