The Social American Tavern

Name: The Social American Tavern
Address: 611 N Broadway, Milwaukee, WI, United States, 53202-5002
Telephone: (414) 271-6611
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 3.9

3.9 (98)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

611 N Broadway, Milwaukee, WI 53202-5002

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2 people

Jun 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Great for happy hour
Great for brunch
Good for business meals

Wisconsin’s strong heritage of family-owned and small farms is reflected in The Social’s seasonal menu. We offer farm-inspired American food, prepared with local and sustainable ingredients obtained from a 200-mile radius. Traditional, rustic Wisconsin ingredients are given a modern interpretation by adding creative flavor combinations. Our mission is to serve honest, local ingredients, with informed service, in a comfortable setting.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar, Comfort Food
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:00 am–10:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–11:00 am Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–12:00 am Fri, Sat 11:00 am–2:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(414) 271-6611
Website
http://www.thesocialmke.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
From contemporary cuisines to locally sourced ingredients, we ensure to provide the most delicious food for you and your guests. Talk to us about your catering needs and let our culinary team customize a menu to fit your taste. Contact thesocialmke@firsthospitality.com for more information.
Private party facilities
Event catering is provided by The Social American Tavern at the Hilton Garden Inn Milwaukee Downtown in one of the beautifully appointed spaces. Contact thesocialmke@firsthospitality.com for more information.

Location
611 N Broadway, Milwaukee, WI 53202-5002
Neighborhood
Milwaukee
Cross street
Broadway & East Michigan
Parking details
Valet is open at the hotel, metered parking along the streets, and two pay to park lots one block south
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Prime Rib Fridays
$54.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Enjoy Prime Rib every Friday starting 4pm until sold out Offering King or Queen cuts with sides,

Offers

Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Sun - Mon - 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM,Tue - 4:00 PM - 6:45 PM,Wed - Sat - 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Join us from 3-6 PM every Monday-Friday $1.5 Old Milwaukee's $2 Shlitz and PBR's $3 domestic Beers $5 rail mixers $5 house wine $4 off Shareables
Singo Bingo
Multiple dates available
Tue - 6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
Welcome to Singo Bingo - the ultimate combination of bingo and music! Get ready to sing along and mark off your bingo card as our DJ plays all your favorite hits. This in-person event is perfect for music lovers and bingo enthusiasts alike. Join us for a fun-filled evening of games, music, and prizes. Don't miss out on this unique experience that will have you dancing in your seat! Grab your friends and come on down to Singo Bingo for a night of entertainment you won't forget!

Elote Skillet$10.00
mexican street corn | queso fresco | tortilla chips
Brat Stickers$10.00
ground sausage | shallots | wonton | honey mustard green onions
Crispy Bacon & Brussels$14.00
crispy brussels | bacon | parmesan | onion & mustard vinaigrette
The Social Wings$15.00
social signature buffalo honey mustard | celery | carrots ranch
Cheese Curds Trio$14.00
garlic breaded | jalapeño cheddar | dill pickle spiced cajun ranch dip
Chicken Sliders$16.00
chipotle aioli | tomato | pickle | lettuce | caramelized onions | pretzel bun
Charcuterie Tray$26.00
usinger’s summer sausage | beer brat | hook’s triple play marieke’s gouda | smoked wisconsin cheddar | pretzels onion jam | gherkins
Bacon Bao Buns$16.00
nueske’s bacon | cajun spice | slaw | pickled jalapenos & red onions
Buffalo Chicken Dip$14.00
house made buffalo dip | celery | carrots | potato chips
MKE Flat Bread$12.00
ground bratwurst | caramelized onions | dijon | roasted peppers | mozzarella
Loaded Tater Tots$12.00
crispy bacon | cheddar cheese | ranch | sour cream green onions
Balsamic Poutine$13.00
fresh cheese curds | french fries | beef gravy | balsamic
THE BAVARIAN$10.00
milwaukee pretzel company’s bavarian pretzel | smoked gouda cheese sauce | dijon mustard

Salads

Spring Salad$15.00
mixed greens | roasted chickpeas | radish | artichoke hearts | goat cheese | lemon spiced vinaigrette
Milwaukee Ceaser$14.00
romaine hearts | crispy cheese curds | pretzel bread croutons | brandy peppercorn caesar dressing
Arugula Salad$15.00
arugula | spinach | roasted apples | feta | pepitas | honey thyme vinegrette

Sandwiches

All Sandwiches Come with side of Crispy Fries

Wild Mushroom French Dip$15.00
wild mushrooms | garlic aioli | swiss | toasted baguette
B.L.T.A Club$15.00
crispy double smoked milwaukee bacon | avocado smash | tomato | romaine | roasted garlic aioli sourdough bread ADD TURKEY +4
Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich$17.00
crispy fried chicken | caramelized onions | lettuce tomato | pickle | chipotle aioli
The Cubano$16.00
caribbean pork | roasted ham | swiss | sour pickles dijon | garlic aioli | baguette
Butter Burger$19.00
two all beef patties | cheddar cheese | pickles caramelized onions | mayo | dijon mustard | seeded brioche bun
Fish Fry Sandwich$16.00
battered & fried haddock | crispy cole slaw

Mains

Rosemary Pork Schnitzel$21.00
breaded pork loin | garlic potatoes | green beans lemon parsley butter
Skirt Steak$29.00
chimichurri | garlic smashed yukon potatoes
Downtown Salmon$24.00
honey mustard glazed salmon| quinoa & cous cous risotto | grilled squash
Bistro Chicken$22.00
lemon herb marinated airline chicken breast parmesan polenta | asparagus | basil scallion olive oil drizzle
Smoked Gouda Mac & Cheese$17.00
cavatappi pasta | smoked gouda cheese sauce | toasted herb panko breadcrumbs ADD: shredded pork +6 | | grilled chicken +6 grilled portabello +6

Craft Cocktails

Wisconsin Old Fashioned$13.00
beren’s brandy | angostura bitters filthy cherries | orange slice sweet soda
Third Ward Zen$14.00
matcha | coconut milk triple sec | lime | tequila
Tiki On Brady$12.00
light rum | kraken rum | passion fruit lime | orgeat | triple sec
Bayview Breeze$12.00
rum | guava | lime | mint | triple sec | soda
Purple Reign on Water St$14.00
gin | cucumber | thyme | prosecco empress gin | soda
Cream City Pop$15.00
yuzu | death’s door gin | agave prosecco | soda
Up North Pour$15.00
door county cherry vodka lime | mint | ginger beer
Recess Revival$17.00
peanut butter & banana whiskey espresso | raspberry vodka goodland coffee liquor
Golden Hour on the Hoan$19.00
angels envy bourbon | egg white chamomile tea | lemon | agave
The East Side Bloom$14.00
hanson’s lemon vodka | lavender simple triple sec | fresh lemon juice

What 98 people are saying

The Social American Tavern reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

3.9

3.9 based on recent ratings

3.7Food
4.0Service
4.0Ambience
3.8Value

Noise • Moderate

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Wisconsin
Lively
Milwaukee
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98 Reviews

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Jim
Wisconsin1 review
5.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went before a show on a Sunday afternoon. Started quiet but became busy closer to the dinner hour. Outstanding service, very quick and with a smile. Food was very good, loved the Brussels and bacon appetizer. The pork addition to the Mac and cheese is the way to go. Highly recommend for a spot slightly off water street and 3rd ward.
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Dewayne VIP
Wisconsin36 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was downtown dining this week, we decided to try a place neither of us tried. That was The Social American Tavern. Well imma say, overall I'd come back to give it a 2nd chance, The service and atmosphere was good. The food was "good" but was cold. Food ordered was Iceberg wedge with Balsamic and a beet salad, Bourbon Pork tenderloin & a Skirt steak, and carrot cakes. I'll try it again outside of downtown dining and hope it's better.
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Susanne
Wisconsin3 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 26, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Slow service due to waitress. Had to hunt her down to pay and leave.
The Social American TavernResponded on June 2, 2025
Thank you for your feedback and your rating. We are glad that you liked some aspects of your dining experience, but we are sorry that you were not completely satisfied. We appreciate your suggestions and we will work on improving our food and service. We hope to see you again soon and impress you more.
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Trish
Wisconsin1 review
4.0
Dined on April 5, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Great drinks, fair service, decent to good food. Nice atmosphere but hard to hear.
The Social American TavernResponded on April 7, 2025
Thank you for your review, Im glad the drinks were great!
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Patricia
Wisconsin1 review
4.0
Dined on March 30, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We were pleasantly surprised by this before-theatre dining experience. The Social American Tavern is a casually elegant venue in an historic building. The high ceilings, art deco furnishings, and open concept were very refreshing. The bar area had only one video screen (thank goodness!) and it was kept at a reasonable volume. On this Sunday evening, there was not much of a crowd, which we appreciated as we had a date with the Robert Cray Band after our meal. Our waitress was pleasant and attentive enough for our needs. We ordered from the Shareables menu: bacon roasted Brussels sprouts, BBQ pork sliders, and Buffalo honey mustard wings, along with two glasses of wine. The prices were reasonable for the location (although a bit high for Joel Gott cab), and everything was delicious. It was also fun to wander around the lobby of this beautiful old building (marble grand staircase, gorgeous copper lamps, and, again, the high ceilings!). Glad we tried something new [to us]!
The Social American TavernResponded on April 3, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words and your five-star rating. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your meal and our service. We hope to see you again soon.
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Sarah
Minneapolis - St. Paul1 review
3.0
Dined on March 16, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Food was average. We got the burger and it was very burnt. We ordered the Caesar salad and it was just a chunk of Romain lettuce not chopped at all with a drizzle of Caesar dressing. Don’t recommend
The Social American TavernResponded on March 17, 2025
We appreciate your honesty and you’re rating. We are disappointed that you did not enjoy your meal and our service. We strive to provide high-quality food and excellent customer service, but we clearly fell short of your expectations. We would like to hear more about what went wrong and how we can fix it. Please reach out to us at (Bryan 414-271-6611) so that we can resolve this issue.
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Caroline
Wisconsin1 review
3.0
Dined on January 27, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Didn’t realize it was a hotel bar. It was okay just not the vibe we were looking for.
The Social American TavernResponded on February 26, 2025
Thank you for your feedback and your rating. We are glad that you liked some aspects of your dining experience, but we are sorry that you were not completely satisfied. We appreciate your suggestions and we will work on improving our food and service. We hope to see you again soon and impress you more.
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Sarah
Berkshire5 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very pleasant for Christmas dinner with friends. Good choice drinks and food
The Social American TavernResponded on January 4, 2025
thank you for the Great Review!!
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Tom
Wisconsin7 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I took my team for lunch. I was greeted y name at the door. They had are group seating ready. Food and beverages were served quickly and correctly. No complaints from the 7 of us.
The Social American TavernResponded on January 4, 2025
Thank you for dining with us Glad your experience was great!!
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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas3 reviews
3.0
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Handicap table was not available had to wait 20 minWe went for the Thanksgiving Buffet our Grandma is newly in a wheelchair and our homes all have multiple stairs we have reserved rooms for large meals but Thanksgiving just has so much we thought we'd try going out. On our booking we noted under special notes that we needed a wheelchair accessible seating (and we booked here since it noted they could accommodate). We arrived just before our 4pm reservation and a table was not available we were informed that previous guests were paying and we would have a table as soon as they clear the space. It ended up being just over 20 mins! The open tables were all high tops originally- I have to say we have been learning A LOT about the issues when having a wheelchair it's a bit frustrating and also was embarrassing for my grandma who is new to this as her new mobility. We have never done a buffet before and all the staff was very nice and hustling but most the items were empty when we went up. The poor guy at the turkey was picking scrapes! The restaurant isn't huge and from what I could see it didn't seem like folks were going to crazy! It would also be nice if food was labeled- I was the only one who fully knew the menu and it was slightly off from what was advertised- so food labels would be nice for guests that are showing up with their group since likely just one person actually booked it. Mashed potatoes, stuffed chicken, sweet potatoes and the apple pecan salad were my favorite! I honestly could eat those mashed potatoes for the rest of my life and nothing else and be content! None of the food needed extra salt/pepper which is rare especially for my mom! I was very disappointed that the Oreo looking pie was gone by time we were ready for dessert I didn't want to grab dessert with my main meal since I assumed it would be replenished the same- and the pie that was available pumpkin/apple ended up both being FROZEN! tiramisu was very good!
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FAQs

The Social American Tavern is rated 3.9 stars by 98 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Experiences are available.

611 N Broadway, Milwaukee, WI 53202-5002

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Broadway & East Michigan
Neighborhood
Milwaukee
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:00 am–10:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–11:00 am Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–12:00 am Fri, Sat 11:00 am–2:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar, Comfort Food
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet is open at the hotel, metered parking along the streets, and two pay to park lots one block south
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.thesocialmke.com/
Phone number
(414) 271-6611
Catering
From contemporary cuisines to locally sourced ingredients, we ensure to provide the most delicious food for you and your guests. Talk to us about your catering needs and let our culinary team customize a menu to fit your taste. Contact thesocialmke@firsthospitality.com for more information.
Private party facilities
Event catering is provided by The Social American Tavern at the Hilton Garden Inn Milwaukee Downtown in one of the beautifully appointed spaces. Contact thesocialmke@firsthospitality.com for more information.

The Social American Tavern

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Prime Rib Fridays

Happy Hour

Singo Bingo

Shareables

Elote Skillet$10.00

Brat Stickers$10.00

Crispy Bacon & Brussels$14.00

The Social Wings$15.00

Cheese Curds Trio$14.00

Chicken Sliders$16.00

Charcuterie Tray$26.00

Bacon Bao Buns$16.00

Buffalo Chicken Dip$14.00

MKE Flat Bread$12.00

Loaded Tater Tots$12.00

Balsamic Poutine$13.00

THE BAVARIAN$10.00

Salads

Spring Salad$15.00

Milwaukee Ceaser$14.00

Arugula Salad$15.00

Sandwiches

Wild Mushroom French Dip$15.00

B.L.T.A Club$15.00

Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich$17.00

The Cubano$16.00

Butter Burger$19.00

Fish Fry Sandwich$16.00

Mains

Rosemary Pork Schnitzel$21.00

Skirt Steak$29.00

Downtown Salmon$24.00

Bistro Chicken$22.00

Smoked Gouda Mac & Cheese$17.00

Craft Cocktails

Wisconsin Old Fashioned$13.00

Third Ward Zen$14.00

Tiki On Brady$12.00

Bayview Breeze$12.00

Purple Reign on Water St$14.00

Cream City Pop$15.00

Up North Pour$15.00

Recess Revival$17.00

Golden Hour on the Hoan$19.00

The East Side Bloom$14.00

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