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Saz's State House Restaurant, Milwaukee, WI

Saz's State House Restaurant

4.6
4.6
252 Reviews
$30 and under
American
Established in March of 1976, Saz's State House Restaurant stands strong today as a must-visit establishment in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Over the past four decades, founder Steve "Saz" Sazama's original vision for a first-rate restaurant and sports bar has grown into an iconic Milwaukee destination with a loyal following. As evidenced by a collection of awards resulting from community nominations, Saz's State House continues to proudly serve the community both in and outside of its walls. Featuring classics like its signature award-winning BBQ baby back ribs and BBQ pork sandwich, the State House also boasts seasonal specials, craft beers and cocktails, an outdoor patio, unique Round Bar, private event space, classic Milwaukee fish fry, and complimentary shuttles to and from many Milwaukee sporting and entertainment events.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 6 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    American, Comfort Food, Barbecue

  • Hours of operation

    Tue–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (414) 453-2410

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Catering

    While Saz's State House does not provide separate large-scale catering, its sister company, Saz's Catering, offers excellent catering options. Pick up orders are available from a pick up menu located at https://sazs.com/statehouserestaurant/statehousemenus/party-pick-up-menu/ - larger orders will be coordinated with Saz's Catering.

  • Private party facilities

    With multiple areas well-suited for private events, Saz's State House is perfect for all types of gatherings. Most popular is The State Room, with rich wood and architectural accents, private entrance, coat room, flat screen TVs, handicap accessibility, and a custom-designed bar offering a neighborly ambiance with modern day amenities.

  • Neighborhood

    Milwaukee

  • Cross street

    55th Street

  • Parking details

    Private parking lot adjacent to the restaurant offers ample parking, with additional auxillary parking available nearby. Complimentary shuttles to area sporting events.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 252 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Milwaukee

    American

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  1. MollyD

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food is so good. It was hard to choose what to get. The service was quick and the people were nice.

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  2. MattB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Server was friendly and very attentive. We were welcomed well by the host. Restaurant was clean and very well organized.

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  3. KimberlyO

    Milwaukee

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We ate here on a Sunday night with 4 adults and 1 toddler. All the food we ordered was delicious. Our waiter was excellent. ( I’m so sorry I don’t remember his name. ). We enjoyed the entire time and will definitely return. Thank you!

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  4. WillS

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service and food was very good. We were greeted promptly and even though we were early for our reservation we were shown to a table right away. My mother in law had called ahead and ordered a bottle of champagne as a surprise for our celebration. She said they were a pleasure to deal with on the phone as well. Overall very well done!

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  5. GeorgeD

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I would recommend, they were very attentive and welcoming

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    The Philly sandwich contained sausage-like meat and would have preferred beef. The bun was dry and the fries were cold. Service was prompt and friendly. The shuttle to the Brewers game was wonderful and appreciated!

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  7. BobS

    Milwaukee

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Took our reservation on time. Served was prompt and tentative. Cocktails were good and as was the food.

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  8. andrewm

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall4food5service2ambience5
    Great burgers. More weight staff are needed as our wait for the food has been increasing with each visit. This will not stop me from making this a regular spot though.

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  9. olderwiser1

    Milwaukee

    166 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    166 reviews

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great dining experience at weekday lunch visit. Vincent was awesome with service and efficiency. Meals were of the finest SAZ quality snd presentation. Bartender was friendly and made great cocktails.

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  10. ChristineD

    Chicago

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and excellent service. The mozzarella marinara, cheese curds and sandwiches were enjoyed by all!

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  11. JessicaP

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Fish fry was excellent. They seated us right away. Our waiter was great

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great all around

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  13. MikeOK

    Milwaukee

    98 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    98 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    THE FINEST!

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  14. ThomasF

    Milwaukee

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 10, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Waiter was very good! Very friendly and professional.

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  15. DavidV

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was very good. Too many choices. The service was very good as well. Our server took very great d care of us. We will be back .

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  16. BaileyS

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and atmosphere! Would come here again soon!

    Saz's State House RestaurantResponded on January 31, 2023BaileyS, thank for you coming to check out "The Finest". We hope to see you again soon!

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  17. JoleeJ

    Milwaukee

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always excellent!

    Saz's State House RestaurantResponded on January 31, 2023JoleeJ, awesome to see five stars! We can't wait to see you next time!

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  18. Rich

    Milwaukee

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Good table location, good server, good food.

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  19. MaryJ

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Food was delicious. Waitress had good recommendations, friendly, and was prompt. Used the coupon from our visit in November. Thank you!

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  20. LisaD

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious! Our waitress was attentive. We had 5 ladies for lunch, and so pressure to flip her table.

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    Milwaukee

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Overall the experience was fair. I was looking forward to enjoying brunch menu but I was informed that was no longer offered. It wasn’t a huge selection to choose from on the menu. Our server was nice but appeared a little flustered towards the end.

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  22. RebeccaM

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Very good service and great food. Table was a wee bit close to the table next to us which was… awkward… my only “complaint”.

    Saz's State House RestaurantResponded on January 17, 2023Hi Rebecca, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We are glad you had a great time at Saz's State House. We hope to see you again soon!

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  23. MaryG

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on January 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A very Wisconsin place that won’t disappoint! Excellent food, atmosphere and service. Love this place and make a point to visit whenever we are in Milwaukee.

    Saz's State House RestaurantResponded on January 17, 2023Hi Mary, thank you for the 5 stars! We are glad to see to enjoyed Saz's State House and we look forward to your next visit!

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  24. HeatherK

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Took my father for lunch. Not too busy at 130pm. Server was fantastic! Food was delicious! We both tried the Festival burger, man that was so good! The pulled pork was awesome, cheese curds were just as awesome! Would definitely come back!

    Saz's State House RestaurantResponded on January 17, 2023Hi Heather, thank you for taking the time to submit a review! Our cheese curds are a fan favorite and we are happy that you got to experience "The Finest" with us!

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  25. JennyS

    Milwaukee

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service and food!

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  26. IsiahK

    Milwaukee

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    My family and I were looking for a restaurant that was open with quick seating. We were greeted and seated promptly. Our server was very pleasant and patient. We all enjoyed our meals. I would definitely recommend to others.

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  27. SueS

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Cute bar with lots of tv’s for sports ! Ribs are great!

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  28. StephenC

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 24, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Five of us dined and had fantastic meals. Service was good, they weren't that busy. A little pricey for a pub but overall very satisfying.

    Saz's State House RestaurantResponded on December 27, 2022Hi Stephen, thanks so much for taking the time leave us a review- we are glad to hear that you had a great time at Saz's State House. We hope to see you again soon for more of "The Finest!"

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  29. Burts

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 18, 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience5
    First timer. Was not as impressed as I thought I would be. Food tasted blan and over priced for what you received.

    Saz's State House RestaurantResponded on December 27, 2022Hi Burts, we're sorry to hear that you weren't happy with your experience at Saz's State House. If you'd like to continue the conversation with us, please email us at feedback@sazs.co m - we'd love to make it right!

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  30. SusieS

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 13, 2022

    overall5food3service5ambience4
    The food could have been hotter, too long under a heat lamp, perhaps?

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love Saz's on State Street. Decor is dark wood, circular bar stained glass windows. French glass doors inside too. Several separate dining rooms so you have a bit of quiet privacy while eating. Menu, it is hard to decide what you eat since their Pork ribs are fantastic and their fish fry is delicious also. I love it here at Saz's it is a place that makes you feel alot of history on the exterior and inside. Go here you will love it. Food drinks and service and price are phenomenal. We will be back!

    Saz's State House RestaurantResponded on December 27, 2022Hello there, we don't know who left this incredible review, but we are thankful you did! Come back soon to Saz's State House for more of "The Finest!"

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  32. JoanW

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 4, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My husband and I came here for dinner after watching a fabulous musical. My husband had a burger, and I had the bbq pork. Both were delicious. We also ordered a Vanilla Blackberry Bourbon Old Fashioned - it was amazing! I just wanted to savor the flavors! We will definitely return!

    Saz's State House RestaurantResponded on December 27, 2022Hello Joan, we're so glad to hear that you and your husband had a wonderful time at Saz's State House. We can't wait to welcome you back and have you enjoy more of "The Finest!"

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  33. ThomasF

    Milwaukee

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 4, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Outstanding service by Lorraine. Very good food. Can never go wrong with Saz's ribs!

    Saz's State House RestaurantResponded on December 27, 2022Hello Thomas! Thanks so much for leaving us a review- we'll pass along your kinds words to Lorraine. Come back soon for more of "The Finest!"

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  34. PaintedHeart

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 3, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious and servers were kind and attentive.

    Saz's State House RestaurantResponded on December 27, 2022Hello there, thanks so much for leaving us a review. We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience- come back soon!

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  35. JoleeJ

    Milwaukee

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always enjoy going to Saz’s. We now make it our food stop after going to a matinee show.

    Saz's State House RestaurantResponded on December 27, 2022Hi Jolee- we're glad to hear that we've become a regular spot for you. We can't wait to have you back for more of "The Finest" soon!

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  36. milos99

    London

    121 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    121 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Thanks to Saz's for their support of our group. Our server was great and the food & hospitality were a happy experience.

    Saz's State House RestaurantResponded on December 27, 2022Hi Milos- thanks so much for leaving a review. We hope you'll come back soon for more of "The Finest!"

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  37. KatherineP

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Saz’s always has a great atmosphere, with sports on TV if your interested but on mute so you don’t have to watch. Good portions of their classics plus new dishes that add variety. Cocktails are interesting and delicious, and they have a good selection of beers.

    Saz's State House RestaurantResponded on December 27, 2022Hello Katherine, thanks so much for leaving us a review- we hope to see you again soon for more of "The Finest!"

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  38. Katie

    Milwaukee

    58 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    58 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server Katie was so awesome. Food came out quickly and was really good. Thanks!

    Saz's State House RestaurantResponded on December 27, 2022Hi Katie, thanks so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We are glad to hear that you had a great experience, and hope to see you again soon for more of "The Finest!"

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  39. jy9doby

    Milwaukee

    17 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2022

    overall3food4service4ambience2
    We dined at Saz's on Friday and the restaurant was quite loud. There were 2 families with young kids seated next to us. Server was friendly and service was good. Food and alcohol prices have increased, but that is expected in this economy. The reason I am leaving less than a 4 or 5 star review is due to an extra charge on our bill. Our table of 3 enjoyed 2 fish fries and a pasta entree, along with a couple rounds of drinks. The fish fry prices at Saz's are slightly higher than other nearby restaurants. When our server brought out our food, I asked for an additional container of tartar sauce. When we received our bill, there was an extra $.75 charge for the small container! First, I wasn't told about the additional charge. Secondly, other area restaurants do not charge for extra tartar sauce or, if they do, they advise you of the charge in advance. We spent close to $100 on our meals and drinks, but feel we were nickeled and dimed due to the extra charge for tartar sauce.

    Saz's State House RestaurantResponded on December 27, 2022Hello, thank you for taking the time to write us a review and share your experience with us. We are sorry to hear that you were unhappy with your experience at Saz's State House. If you'd like to continue the conversation, please email us at feedback@sazs.co m, we'd love to make this right!

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  40. JoleeJ

    Milwaukee

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on October 1, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was terrific. The service was great. I always enjoy going to Saz’s.

    Saz's State House RestaurantResponded on December 27, 2022Hey Jolee! Thanks so much for your review- we are glad to hear that you enjoy coming to Saz's State House, and hope to see you again soon!

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Saz's State House Restaurant using the Order Online button. Saz's State House Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (414) 453-2410.

Saz's State House Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 252 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 6 times today
Google Map for Saz's State House Restaurant

5539 W State St, Milwaukee, WI 53208-2514

Additional information

  • Cross street

    55th Street

  • Neighborhood

    Milwaukee

  • Hours of operation

    Tue–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American, Comfort Food, Barbecue

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Private parking lot adjacent to the restaurant offers ample parking, with additional auxillary parking available nearby. Complimentary shuttles to area sporting events.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (414) 453-2410

  • Catering

    While Saz's State House does not provide separate large-scale catering, its sister company, Saz's Catering, offers excellent catering options. Pick up orders are available from a pick up menu located at https://sazs.com/statehouserestaurant/statehousemenus/party-pick-up-menu/ - larger orders will be coordinated with Saz's Catering.

  • Private party facilities

    With multiple areas well-suited for private events, Saz's State House is perfect for all types of gatherings. Most popular is The State Room, with rich wood and architectural accents, private entrance, coat room, flat screen TVs, handicap accessibility, and a custom-designed bar offering a neighborly ambiance with modern day amenities.

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