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Fratellos Riverfront Restaurant, Appleton, WI

Fratellos Riverfront Restaurant

4.6
4.6
715 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
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Uncork the fun at Fratellos Riverfront Restaurant. The award-winning wines are perfect for getting the party started or a quiet nightcap after a delicious Fratellos meal. The casual, spacious dining room has magnificent views on the Fox River, or surround yourself with the sights and sounds of a cascading waterfall while you and your friends party on the quaint patio. Go with the flow at Fratellos Riverfront Restaurant.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Cuisines
    American, Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (920) 993-9087
  • Website
    http://www.fratelloswaterfront.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Jordan Hicks
  • Private party facilities
    Private room adjacent to bar with stunning views of the Fox River.
  • Private party contact
    Tom Folks: (920) 993-9087
  • Location
    501 West Water Street, Appleton, WI 54911
  • Neighborhood
    Appleton
  • Cross street
    Jackman
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 715 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Wisconsin

    Great for scenic views

715 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent in all areas. Bar staff was amazing. Food was excellent. Service was great.

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  2. PhillipS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food. Loved the atmosphere. Very friendly staff. This was a recommendation from family members. Will also recommend to friends and family. We will return when in the area.

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  3. BenandTara

    Orlando

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great table location, excellent service, delicious food, and the manager came by to check in on our experience. We would definitely go back.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Morgan was great as our waiter. He was very efficient and paid attention to every detail. Food was awesome. Cocktails were delicious. Great view of the Fox river.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Des Moines

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Food was bland - had no seasoning. Waiter could care less if we were there or not. Was just a mediocre dining experience.

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  6. RebeccaH

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Dined outside on a beautiful day. Unfortunately a lot of bees around our table. Our server was friendly and courteous. Drinks and food were served promptly. Disappointed by the octopus dish. It was rubbery and chewy. Not my first time eating octopus and never rubbery and chewy. My husband enjoyed his burger though. The chocolate cake dessert was delicious.

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  7. Sixfam

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    A very nice and different type of place to go. Atmosphere really adds to the experience. Everyone in our party had a wonderful time. The waiter. Matt, did a wonderful job, and was very welcoming and friendly. He was one of the best waiters we have had eating out in a long time. Wonderful and fun personality. The manager was also awesome.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Beautiful patio seating by the water. Food and service was top notch. Perch fish fry was phenomenal!

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  9. MichaelLN

    Milwaukee

    44 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on September 6, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Great service. Food was great! Love this place. :)

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  10. JennyS

    Milwaukee

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and a marauding beautiful river view. Watching the pelicans fly over the river is breath taking.

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  11. TracieB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time here but recommended by co-workers. Provided a great atmosphere for our business clients that we brought to dinner. Perfect table, fantastic view. Food and service were outstanding!

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  12. JenniferD

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Food was mostly good, though my risotto was flavorless and my partner got sick that night after his steak and weird-tasting, old-looking potatoes. My friend ordered the grilled cheese which looked and tasted amazing. I don’t know if I’ll go back, though, because after dinner I went to the bathroom where someone had wiped boogers and what I really hoped was lipgloss all over the wall of my stall. It looked like it hadn’t been deep-cleaned in ages, which made me really worry about the kitchen!

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  13. CheriB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of our favorite places to dine. The food and service is impeccable. The views are fantastic as well.

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  14. ScottR

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Celebrated our anniversary at Fratello's. The staff went above and beyond to make us feel very special, from the host desk to the table and throughout our meal. We sat outside at the patio and had a nice view of the water. Enjoyed complimentary champagne and dessert. It was a wonderful experience.

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  15. DawnL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very beautiful location with great views. Our waitress Quinlynn was excellent. We ordered short rib crostini appetizer, salmon dinner, scallop dinner, sirloin and mushroom ravioli and grilled chicken Brie sandwich with truffle fries. Everything we ordered was unique, flavorful. Very excellent menu. As it was my daughters 18th birthday we received a free incredibly delicious, rich chocolate cake with a fancy sparkler atop. Looking forward to going again.

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  16. MichelleB

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 8, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience5
    Disappointed in our experience. Felt rushed by the waitress throughout the entire night. The food came out so quickly that it must’ve been sitting in pots waiting to be served - not much seasoning and lukewarm pasta. Asked for fresh Parmesan cheese and waitress brought a shaker can- expected freshly grated. Won’t be a place we return to anytime soon.

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  17. CarlL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were pleased to be seated at the corner window table where we loved the spectacular view. The menu had something for everyone… five of us between 77 and 93!

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  18. BarryG

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 6, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience4
    Great location and atmosphere. Food wasn’t very good and service left something to be desired. Great place for a drink and then to move on

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  19. SueB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I would highly recommend Fratello’s. Matt was our server for the evening and he did an incredible job. He was very informative about the food and drinks. He was very kind and courteous. He was enjoyable to talk with and very accommodating. Matt made our experience at Fratello’s very enjoyable. The Food and cocktails were very tasty and the view along the river was nice.

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    Kansas City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such a lovely experience once again! Many thanks to our host for getting us a lovely table and thank you to Matt for the incredible service!

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our food was excellent, and we appreciated the additional vegan menu. Our server was also very knowledgeable and kind.

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  22. TinaM

    Columbus

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very pleasant experience and we would go again and recommend it to others.

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  23. AdventureFoodie

    Philadelphia

    54 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    54 reviews

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a Wonderful Experience! Great Food, Service and Ambiance!

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 10, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Food was amazing, and the veiw was amazing. I did order a drink and asked if it was rimmed with salt and was informed it was rimmed with sugar, it was not. I didn't end up drinking it and the server never asked about it and still was charged $12. Other then that, everything was great and would definitely return.

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  25. EmilyM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a birthday dinner for my 2 kids with my mother and father in law. Our waiter, Matt, was so patient and understanding with them and showed great kindness for our situation. I appreciated the amazing service so much and will definitely be back.

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  26. KatherineZ

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 9, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    I took a party of 6 here on a Sunday evening. My out of state guests were impressed with the views from the window and our excellent service. Our server was amusing, personable and attentive. The food was good with ample size portions and attractive presentations. All declared this restaurant an excellent choice.

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  27. SusanN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious. The service was excellent. We sat outside, which was very enjoyable. My only comment would be. I had tails on my shrimp, and it was served in a hot pasta dish so that I didn’t think was very good. Otherwise everything was great.

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  28. ElizabethH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our Waiter was absolutely amazing! He made the experience amazing.

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and nice selection of cocktails and wine. Great pressed coffee as well.

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  30. DanielleS

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 24, 2023

    overall2food1service4ambience3
    I wish I could give a good review. I went here last year and thought it was very good. I don't know if they have new management or a new chef or what, but it was not good at all this time around. We had reservations and when we checked in we requested a table with a view. They could have had us wait less than 5 minutes for them to bus an empty table next to the windows, but they sat us at a table across from the windows where 2 of the 4 of us had to sit with our backs to the view. The server was very nice. The food was terrible. I got the scampi and it had no flavor at all, even after I added salt and pepper. The lobster was bitter and I think a bit overcooked (dry). The menu said there was lemon in it but I tasted no acidity whatsoever. Another of us ordered the carbonara. She said it was also flavorless. Also, not real carbonara--there are peas in it and it is made with cream, 2 ingredients that are NOT in real carbonara. Severely disappointing to say the least. Be warned that our server told us they aren't letting the staff taste the dishes anymore. I don't know how a restaurant expects their staff to recommend dishes if they don't allow staff to try them.

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  31. MollyK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was amazing and service was great. Loved the patio

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  32. KateW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing staff delicious food and gorgeous ambiance!

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  33. LisaS

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was very good. Service was great. Fun to eat outside with view of the river.

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  34. JoeD

    Milwaukee

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on June 24, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Great setting with an awesome view of the river. The service was responsive and food was good. Overall an enjoyable experience.

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  35. DisappointedDiner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 23, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    Went out for a nice dinner with family. The food was mediocre and high priced. If you are serving BAKED French onion soup, it should come to the table with melted cheese and croutons. The soup came without cheese and one big hunk of bread as the crouton. The menu is overpriced. Disappointing dinner, but nice time with family.

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  36. PeanutT

    Milwaukee

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on June 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time dining here. A very nice place with good food, great service and spectacular views of the Fox River.

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  37. JamesH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time at this restaurant. Great ambiance, food and service.

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  38. Foodlover

    Grand Rapids

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on June 16, 2023

    overall3food1service5ambience4
    The restaurant is very nice and has a beautiful view. The food overall we were disappointed in. It was very bland and just not stand out. Our server was fantastic and I’m not sure about cocktails as we didn’t really have any.

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  39. RuanneC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 14, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great visit and spectacular location, atmosphere, and food. We will definitely visit again soon

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated
    • Staff temperature check required
    • Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

Fratellos Riverfront Restaurant does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Fratellos Riverfront Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (920) 993-9087.

Fratellos Riverfront Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 715 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Fratellos Riverfront Restaurant

501 West Water Street, Appleton, WI 54911

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Jackman
  • Neighborhood
    Appleton
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    American, Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jordan Hicks
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.fratelloswaterfront.com/
  • Phone number
    (920) 993-9087
  • Private party facilities
    Private room adjacent to bar with stunning views of the Fox River.
  • Private party contact
    Tom Folks: (920) 993-9087
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