Bridgewater Modern Grill

Name: Bridgewater Modern Grill
Address: 2011 S 1st St, Milwaukee, WI, United States, 53207-1101
Telephone: (414) 299-6556
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

664 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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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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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 30, 2023

7:30 PM

Booked 38 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Grill, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(414) 299-6556
Website
http://www.bridgewatermke.com/
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
2011 S 1st St, Milwaukee, WI 53207-1101
Neighborhood
Milwaukee
Cross street
South 1st Street & Becher, just over the bridge
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Local Sourdough$8.50
ash butter, sea salt
Tuna Tartare* ** ^$16.00
pickled veg, chilis, wasabi aioli, sesame seed, rice paper
Brûléed Brie$15.50
hot honey, petite greens, baguette crostini
Duck Tostada**$15.50
pulled duck barbacoa, ancho chili, avocado puree, yellow pico, cotija, radish
Mussels* **$16.50
coconut green curry, lemongrass, basil, ginger, grilled baguette
Artichoke Dip$15.50
grana padano, aged swiss, spinach, oak-fired flatbread
Crab Cake$17.00
celery root remoulade, petite greens
Flatbread$14.00
goat cheese spread, confit garlic, oak-fired oyster mushrooms, dried tomato, housemade sausage, pistachio, petite greens

Salads

Oak – Fired Beets^$13.00
herbed yogurt, dried apricot, dill, arugula, dukkha cracker crumble
Goddess** ^$12.50
gem lettuce, tomato, cucumber, toasted walnuts, red onion, grana padano, green goddess dressing
Tabbouleh$12.00
bulgar wheat, heirloom tomato, cucumber, charred onion, crispy garbanzo beans, hazelnut, caramelized lemon, olive oil
Caesar$12.50
browned butter croutons, grana padano, tomato, romaine

Mains

Baby Back Ribs$30.00
oak-fired, mop sauce, frites
Chicken Rotisserie**$28.00
miso jus, smoked bacon, braised greens
Scallops* **$36.00
corn grits, rapini, bacon marmalade
Grass-Fed Ribeye* **$49.00
oak-fired, ash salt
Filet Mignon* **$56.00
oak-fired, wild mushrooms, sherry reduction
Ruby Red Trout**$33.00
oak-fired, salsa verde, caramelized lemon
Gnocchi$21.00
basil pesto, summer squash, pistachio, grana padano
Bone in Pork Chop* **$35.00
oak-fired, wilted spinach, jus
The Bridgewater Burger*$19.50
wagyu, coal-roasted shallots, gruyere, roasted garlic aioli, choice of greens or frites
Spaghetti & Clams*$24.00
manila clams, spring peas, tomatoes, white wine, fresno chile, shallots, basil, grana padano
Lobster Roll$30.00
browned butter, chive, choice of greens or frites

Sides

Mac & Chive$10.00
housemade garganelli pasta, fontina
Oak – Fired Carrots**$10.00
herb yogurt, hazelnut, dill
Asparagus**$11.00
grilled over oak, dried tomato & citrus gremolata
Smashed Crispy Fingerlings**$10.00
ash salt, chives, roasted garlic aioli
Brussels Sprouts**$11.00
crispy fried, pork belly, agrodulce

What 664 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Wisconsin
Best Ambiance
Wisconsin
Hot spot
Wisconsin
Great for outdoor dining
Milwaukee
Best Ambiance
Milwaukee
Hot spot
Milwaukee
Great for outdoor dining
Milwaukee
Great for scenic views
Milwaukee
American
Milwaukee
Most Booked

664 Reviews

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toddg
Milwaukee
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Back again within 3days The same 5 star experience with 6 star customer service Manager Louis is definitely the soul of this establishment Attention to detail impeccable and understanding of the going extra mile priceless Thanks again guys for a lovely dining experience
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OpenTable Diner
Milwaukee
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
First time for dinner and everything was superb. The tuna tartare and mussels were delicious starters. My son, whose birthday we were celebrating and who’s a bit of a ribs snob, loved his ribs. My daughter’s filet mignon was cooked perfectly and my trout was delicious and filling. Also loved their Goddess salad. The overall dining experience was definitely enhanced by Brendon’s attentive, superb and affable service. Complimentary flourless chocolate cake for birthday boy was superb. We sat immediately next to the party room, which was a bit noisy, but it didn’t ruin enjoyment of our dinner. Maybe shouldn’t seat tables next to it when gig is going on(?). Will definitely come back soon
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JeremyB
Milwaukee
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We enjoyed great service, a nice vibe/ambiance, and excellent food. Highly recommend!
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Jrquickster
Milwaukee
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience2
The food was great, the table we were given was by the bus station as well as where workers went outside for smoke breaks - causing cold drafts where we sat as well. The tables shouldn’t be dinner tables for the price point and what we paid. Please don’t sit people there - it’s very unappetising and distracting to the meal. Not sure we will be back and when making a reservation, ask not to sit by the bus station/smoke break area!
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MatthewB
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The portions were perfect. Everything was very flavorful and the service was outstanding!
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Grceful1
Milwaukee
41 reviews
vip
5.0
41 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Nice brunch! Everyone loved what they ordered. The server was great!
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Foody
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Waiter was awesome! Great recommendations!! Lobster roll = bangin’
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Annette
Milwaukee
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
The food and ambience was terrific. Great place for a nice, casual dinner!
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toddg
Milwaukee
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
TOTALLY OUTSTANDING EVERY DETAIL CHECKED server FAME was amazing and the manager was genuinely impressive Pork Chops,Ruby Red Trout , Bridgewater Burger , Chicken wings, Brussels sprouts, Brie and Drinks/ Wine All were phenomenal Handed over my card didn’t even look at the bill Looking forward to returning soon Experienced Foodie and this dining experience ranks in the top five (out of many) of all time ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️+
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Supervalue
San Francisco
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything about the whole evening was absolutely perfect! And to make it that way we give thanks to our server, Chloe!
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PreferAnonymous
Milwaukee
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Some of the freshest veggies I’ve had on a salad of late in milwaukee. Efficient and pleasant service. Always enjoy coming here.
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StacyM
Milwaukee
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Cece was a wonderful waitress and was super friendly! We were celebrating two birthdays and she made sure the two both felt very special! Thank you for a wonderful evening and we’ll definitely be back just for her service! ❤️
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OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best espresso martini in the area! Food was excellent and service was great.
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SGrammy
Milwaukee
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a wonderful experience. Beautiful decor, excellent service and wonderful food all made for a beautiful evening! Will definitely be back!
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Adelheid
Milwaukee
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was fabulous!! Great selections and prices. A special would have been nice though. We didn’t feel rushed at all and the place was comfortable. We will definitely be back.
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Larry
Chicago
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Brie appetizer is fabulous I have had the burger, the chicken and the trout. All are excellent The only suggestion I have is to pour a better drink. Charge me an additional dollar or 2 but make it a good pour.
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Angela
Milwaukee
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was my second time here and the first time dining inside. It was a wonderful experience. Our server was fantastic and super knowledgeable. Our food came out quickly so we could make it to our show on time.
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KasieS
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 11, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Service was great! The food was good, a little pricey.
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jeffh
Milwaukee
18 reviews
vip
4.0
18 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience5
This is my fifth time there. The menu is interesting, the food quite good and the ambiance/energy is great.
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Ladywholunches
Greater Boston
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful service; ample choice of food and drink for all tastes; bright, open space. Food was nicely cooked and portions large enough to take some home. Surprised not to have any bread or rolls, and no starch accompanied entrees. Desserts not as good as main courses.
Bridgewater Modern GrillResponded on November 11, 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your positive feedback on your recent visit to The Bridgewater Modern Grill. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our wonderful service, the ample choices of food and drink, and the bright, open space. We appreciate your specific comments about the nicely cooked food and generous portions. Your feedback is invaluable to us. We take note of your observation about the absence of bread or rolls and the lack of starch with entrees – we are always looking for ways to enhance our offerings and will certainly consider your input. Regarding your point about desserts, we appreciate your honesty and will review our dessert menu to ensure we maintain the same high standards as our main courses. If you have any further suggestions or feedback, please feel free to reach out. We value your patronage and hope to welcome you back to The Bridgewater Modern Grill soon. Best regards, Rik Acken General Manager
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AlyshaM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Staff was great! Food was great! I loved the fingerlings and the wagyu burger.
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Leslie
Kansas City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place to have a nice meal and visit with your family and friends. Definitely recommend
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MBFoodie
Milwaukee
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had Fame as our server and she was great. She let us take our time and didn't rush us. I had the trout and it was delicious. My old fashioned tasted slightly watered down, but it was still very good.
Bridgewater Modern GrillResponded on November 11, 2023
Thank you for your wonderful feedback on your recent visit to The Bridgewater Modern Grill! We're delighted to hear that Fame provided you with excellent service, allowing you to enjoy your dining experience at a comfortable pace. It's great to know that you found the trout delicious, even though we'll certainly look into ensuring your Old Fashioned meets the high standards we strive for. We appreciate your valuable input and look forward to welcoming you back for another fantastic dining experience. If you have any further comments or suggestions, feel free to reach out. Your satisfaction is our priority. Best regards, Rik Acken General Manager
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MaryC
New York Area
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Friendly and knowledgeable server. Love the atmosphere.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything about our experience was wonderful. The waiter was very attentive and the food was delicious as expected.
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OpenTable Diner
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 2, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Wonderful atmosphere, pleasant staff, amazing food. Decor is stunning. Great location. Lighting in dining room is too bright, felt as I was under a spotlight vs soft ambient lighting. Valet parking a great plus. Amazing night out.
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SteveJ
Chicago
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent lunch restaurant. Impressive interiors, featuring a great view of the harbor area, this location was wonderful for a business lunch. Brussel sprouts were crispy and flavorful. We all had the seared tuna salad, which had fresh vegetables and perfectly cooked tuna. Excellent taste and very filling. Service was great too. I highly recommend.
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JudyS
Milwaukee
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our service was excellent. Gersom is terrific. My red trout was delicious. Old fashion was great and the apple tart fabulous. We all enjoyed our meals.
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stevew
Milwaukee
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was top notch! Appetizer, salad, entree and dessert were all excellent. Look forward to coming back.
Bridgewater Modern GrillResponded on November 11, 2023
Hi Steve, Thank you for the glowing 5-star review! We're thrilled you enjoyed every aspect of your meal at The Bridgewater Modern Grill. Your compliments on the appetizer, salad, entree, and dessert are much appreciated. We can't wait to welcome you back for another fantastic dining experience. Best, Rik Acken GM, The Bridgewater Modern Grill
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CamilleG
Milwaukee
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love the decor, the location and the kindness of the staff. We tried a variety of things on the menu and each of our meals were delicious. From the brussel sprouts and burgers to the lobster roll and crab cake eggs benedict, everything was perfectly cooked. I wanted to come back and try something else the next day.
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JRPMD
Milwaukee
335 reviews
vip
4.0
335 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
This was our second visit and we like the food, the ambience, and the waitstaff. We had to come back for the lobster rolls which were delicious. Also enjoyed the duck tostada as an appetizer.
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reservationqueen
Milwaukee
109 reviews
vip
4.0
109 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience3
I can understand how this restaurant was named the best new restaurant of 2023 in Milwaukee Magazine. Happy hour was a nice addition. The artichoke dip on the HH menu was very tasty and the margarita was delicious. My trout entree was something I would order again. The desserts were good too.
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Foodie12
Milwaukee
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic ambience. Wonderful service. Food was delicious. We will go back!
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KarenB
Milwaukee
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service is always so friendly, food is delicious and the ambience is lively and inviting. Love the outdoor area on the river!
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OpenTable Diner
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome customer service prices are way too high for the food we received, but the customer service again was so awesome
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JulieB
Milwaukee
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
A wonderful first dining experience at Bridgewater. Our bartender Jack was outstanding, service impeccable and meeting and chatting with Rik was an added bonus. Run don’t walk.. order the wagyu burger, think strongly about that lobster roll and order from their superior wine list. We will return soon.
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PaulBMSO
Chicago
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This reservation was set up for the guest conductor and guest violin soloist at the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra. They both raved about how well they were treated by the server, with whom they forged a big connection by the end of the meal. They also thought the wine list was eclectic and well-priced. Thanks for helping our guest feel special and well cared for.
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GaryK
Milwaukee
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 14, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience4
When the restaurant first opened a review hoped the ribs would improve as the kitchen made adjustments. The ribs were a real disappointment, if changes were made to their preparation it did not fix the problem.
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Nancy
Milwaukee
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service and food were outstanding! Our server was polite, informative and his timing of courses was spot on. Our food was delicious! The manager stopped by our table which was a very nice touch , welcoming us to the restaurant and making sure everything was perfect! Can’t wait to return to this lovely restaurant with a bonus river view!
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Ejk3
Naples
41 reviews
vip
4.0
41 reviews
Dined on October 13, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
The fire alarm went off for half of our dinner. They could have done something to compensate for the awful noise disturbing our dinner.
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FAQs

Bridgewater Modern Grill offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (414) 299-6556.

Bridgewater Modern Grill is rated 4.7 stars by 664 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 30, 2023

7:30 PM

Booked 38 times today

Order delivery or takeout

2011 S 1st St, Milwaukee, WI 53207-1101

Additional information

Cross street
South 1st Street & Becher, just over the bridge
Neighborhood
Milwaukee
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Grill, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.bridgewatermke.com/
Phone number
(414) 299-6556

Bridgewater Modern Grill

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Lobster Roll

Brussels Sprouts

Tuna Tartare

Small Plates

Local Sourdough$8.50

Tuna Tartare* ** ^$16.00

Brûléed Brie$15.50

Duck Tostada**$15.50

Mussels* **$16.50

Artichoke Dip$15.50

Crab Cake$17.00

Flatbread$14.00

Salads

Oak – Fired Beets^$13.00

Goddess** ^$12.50

Tabbouleh$12.00

Caesar$12.50

Mains

Baby Back Ribs$30.00

Chicken Rotisserie**$28.00

Scallops* **$36.00

Grass-Fed Ribeye* **$49.00

Filet Mignon* **$56.00

Ruby Red Trout**$33.00

Gnocchi$21.00

Bone in Pork Chop* **$35.00

The Bridgewater Burger*$19.50

Spaghetti & Clams*$24.00

Lobster Roll$30.00

Sides

Mac & Chive$10.00

Oak – Fired Carrots**$10.00

Asparagus**$11.00

Smashed Crispy Fingerlings**$10.00

Brussels Sprouts**$11.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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FAQs

Does Bridgewater Modern Grill offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Bridgewater Modern Grill restaurant rated?

Is Bridgewater Modern Grill currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information