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Fratellos Riverfront Restaurant, Appleton, WI

Fratellos Riverfront Restaurant

4.6
4.6
641 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 11 times today

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 641 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
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Wisconsin

    Great for scenic views

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  1. SheilaT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome personal service and beautiful views all around, along with a yummy meal

  2. JTsFifty

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Menu is very good and atmosphere is great. Service, drinks and food were very good. I"m looking forward to going back to try something new.

  3. Samuel

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall2food1service4ambience4
    Good service and ambience. The pizza was absolutely terrible. Be warned.

  4. BrianP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was wonderful and our server Benjamin was amazing!

  5. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fratellos is always and amazing experience with great food and friendly service.

  6. RichardP

    Milwaukee

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server, Ben H., was very attentive and personable. He thought of everything we might need even before we did! It was especially appreciated as we had taken my sister out for her birthday. She has dementia and lives in a facility in Appleton. We drive 2 1/2 hours from the northwoods to take her out once a month. She (and we) always feel at home at Fratello's. The filet was so flavorful (her words).

  7. LeahV

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service & food. Love the location by the water.

  8. Corry

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is the restaurant we all enjoy. Pescatarian and omnivore alike - there’s something for everyone. Great service. Nice ambiance. And the wait staff is amazing!

  9. BrissaG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lindsey was great and the food was delicious! We always enjoy our dinners at Fratello

  10. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The waitress was amazing

  11. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Great service, quality food for decent price.

  12. MartyM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very nice ambiance and great service, food is very good.

  13. StefK

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Food and drinks were great. Wonderful atmosphere.

  14. Mercedes

    Milwaukee

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall3food2service2ambience2
    Half empty restaurant but could not book window 1 day in advance. Miss-served main course. When correct entree arrived it was day old and cold. Wine "Jordan Russian River" was excellent as usual. Staff seemed very early in careers. Order a steak or wait until they get the house in order---order rare so you can send it back!

  15. TrinityE

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food! Our server was Jake and he was awesome!

  16. OpenTable Diner

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My parents were visiting. My dad is a James Beard award winning chef and my folks have been restaurant owners and in the business for over 40 years… They can be difficult to impress, but they love the food and waitstaff at Fratellos. My dad is particularly impressed with the Octopus.

  17. KeelyH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fratellos is one of our favorite places to go. The food and service are always outstanding.

  18. Angie

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We took our 6 year old to a fancy restaurant, which made my husband insecure thinking we were making a poor decision. I brought her to reward her for completing 100 days of 1st grade at a new school. They made her feel like a million bucks and it made her night! On top of that, the food was outstanding!

  19. DoloresH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went to Fratellos especially for restaurant week and looked at the menu beforehand, so we knew what we would order. Fratellos had a nice selection in the set menu, definitely something for everyone. Food was really good, and the plates were gorgeous. Our server, Vanessa was very friendly and answered all of our questions with a smile. Although I haven't been to Fratellos in a long time, I'd definitely go again soon.

  20. MaryJoR

    Minneapolis

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went to Fratellos for my husband and my sister’s birthday. Was seated promptly, food was good. Service was good

  21. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was great and the veiw was incredible. Service was spectacular 10/10. Would dine here again.

  22. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Service was great, our apps were average but pastas and salads very good. Great dinner out with friends before going to a show.

  23. VickiW

    Milwaukee

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our dining experience at Fratello’s was wonderful. Our server was great, she handled everything with excellence. Our guests from out of town that everything was great. The birthday surprise brought the evening to the next level.

  24. OpenTable Diner

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Rose, our server, was excellent and gave a wonderful dinner entree recommendation! We were also checked on my a manager. Excellent service and excellent food!

  25. JustinM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a great meal. Our server Tonya was very attentive to the smallest detail. Could tell she was a pro frm the get-go. Haven't been here since the "pandemic" n glad to see everything's business as usual. Food was fantastic as well. Looking forward to our next visit.

  26. KayB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service, excellent food. Loved watching the ducks in the water outside!

  27. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The food, service, and overall experience made our New Year’s Eve celebration extra special.

  28. OpenTable Diner

    St. Louis

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 30, 2022

    overall3food3service5ambience3
    Service was outstanding. 1 of our 4 meals was mediocre at best. While the scallops were delicious the Peruvian potatoes were cold and very off pudding in color. The potatoes also covered a third of the entire plate.

  29. ChuckVDW

    Minneapolis

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on December 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sat at table with great views of the Fox River. Saw a bald eagle fly by. Food was delicious, our cocktails (Old Fashioned) were tasty and the service was great. We’ll definitely be back.

  30. CarolJ

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Love this place for special occasions! Food is excellent

  31. PeterC

    Milwaukee

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Crusted Walleye with garlic with mashed potatoes was very good.

  32. EmilyS

    Milwaukee

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful dinner and great service. The food was all prepared perfectly and the drinks were delicious! We’ll all be back!

  33. BrianM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 6, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We very much enjoyed the service, drinks, food and the experience of dining in the outside "dome". Kudos to all at Fratellos for a great time !

  34. DaleB

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 3, 2022

    overall3food2service5ambience5
    Chef doesn’t seem to know how to cook a steak. Asked for medium rare and medium. Received medium well and well done. Sent the well done steak back to try to get medium rare. Received another medium well steak. At this point I didn’t want to wait another half hour, so said it was fine. The server was very apologetic, and took care of us.

  35. Foodieplus

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Raul, our server was so kind and helpful when explaining items on the agenda. He was very attentive to how our food was and in fact went the extra mile to make sure everyone had a great experience. Thanks for making our night out with friends very enjoyable. Will certainly recommend that our family and friends visit.

  36. Lindy

    Palm Springs

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fratello’s is my favorite restaurant in the Appleton, Wi area. It has wonderful ambience with its huge windows overlooking the Fox River and beautiful architecture. The food is always delicious and the service is wonderful… very friendly and the waitstaff I’ve had are knowledgeable about wines and the menu! One of the things I also really appreciate is that the acoustics are good and tables are spaced out enough that you can carryon a nice conversation. This is my go-to place for a dinner in an upscale but very relaxed atmosphere.

  37. SEKH

    Salt Lake City

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    This was our second visit to Fratello’s, and we were as pleased as the first time. The white chicken chili was excellent, the perch fried to perfection (moist, not overcooked), the salad fresh. The diver scallops were wonderful, also perfectly cooked. The only disappointment was the octopus, which was overcooked and therefore on the chewy side. The desserts were also excellent— we had the hazelnut flute, the mixed berry flute, and the cheesecake. All terrific endings to a wonderful meal. And to top it all off, the service was friendly and efficient. Fratello’s is our new go-to whenever we’re in Appleton.

  38. BrittanyG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service great food friendly staff drinks were also really good

  39. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place to take the college kid out to celebrate grades in Appleton!

  40. PhilM

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 5, 2022

    overall3food1service5ambience4
    Bland, overpriced food. Service was great, food was not.

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 641 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 11 times today
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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