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Morel, Milwaukee, WI

Morel

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4.9 (775)
$50 and over
American
430 S. Second St, Milwaukee, WI 53204

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 23 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Great for creative cocktails
A modern American restaurant that's dedicated to source consciousness, Morel's menu finds inspiration from Chef Jonathan Manyo’s roots: Wisconsin. Morel explores natural flavors, colors, and textures from local farms, purveyors, foragers, and artisans. For eight years, Jonathan has remained dedicated to featuring a menu comprised of nearly 100% Wisconsin-sourced ingredients.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Tuesday through Thursday 5:00pm-9:00pm Friday and Saturday 5:00pm-10:00pm
  • Phone number
    (414) 897-0747
  • Website
    http://www.morelmke.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Jonathan Manyo
  • Location
    430 S. Second St, Milwaukee, WI 53204
  • Neighborhood
    Milwaukee
  • Parking details
    There is a private parking lot located across the street from Morel.
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 775 people are saying

Morel reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Wisconsin

    Best Overall

  • Wisconsin

    Innovative

  • Wisconsin

    American

  • Milwaukee

    Best Overall

  • Milwaukee

    Best Food

  • Milwaukee

    Best Service

  • Milwaukee

    Best Value

  • Milwaukee

    Innovative

  • Milwaukee

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Morel impresses diners with its "fabulous food" and "wonderful service," consistently offering "one of the best meals" patrons have experienced. The menu features creative, seasonal dishes like lamb ragout and morel mushrooms, paired with "excellent wine" and cocktails. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, perfect for special occasions.
775 Reviews

  1. Dan

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best restaurants in Milwaukee. Highly recommend!

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  2. Rebeca

    Wisconsin1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a delicious and fun dinner celebrating our friend’s birthday. Carson was one of the best servers we have ever had - attentive, excellent recommendations, and made the experience special. Cocktails were delicious as were the charcuterie board and mains. We plan to return soon.

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  3. Chloe

    Wisconsin1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely wonderful and delicious. Can’t wait to go back.

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  4. Bjorn

    Dallas - Fort Worth27 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful staff providing excellent farm to table service. We are in from out of town, and got a great tour of the menu and an excellent explanation of Milwaukee. I had the lamb ragout, she had the gnudi, and they were both delicious. Would highly recommend for any date night.

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  5. Anne VIP

    Wisconsin16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous food. Fabulous service. Carson, our server, was extremely knowledgeable and accommodating. The food was exceptional! Highly recommend!

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  6. Brett

    Coastal Georgia4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was awesome and the staff (including the host, bar, cooking staff and our server) were very knowledgeable and friendly. One of the best dinners we’ve had in a while, definitely going back on our next visit to MKE.

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  7. Brian

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food and service. Highly recommend the pork belly and pork shoulder. Will be back!

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  8. Gary

    Wisconsin2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding from host to dessert. Highly, highly reccommend. Will make the drive from the Chicago suburbs to visit again soon.

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  9. Laxson VIP

    Wisconsin3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best meals we’ve ever enjoyed. The morels/ramps/fiddlehead fern sauce was exquisite!

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  10. Julie VIP

    Wisconsin41 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was fabulous!! Service was great too. Morels were amazing!!

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 23 times today
Google Map for Morel

430 S. Second St, Milwaukee, WI 53204

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Milwaukee
  • Hours of operation
    Tuesday through Thursday 5:00pm-9:00pm Friday and Saturday 5:00pm-10:00pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    There is a private parking lot located across the street from Morel.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jonathan Manyo
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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