I’ve been going here for years, and even after all this time, I think the best way to describe Elsa’s is that it’s just its own vibe—part bistro, part lounge.
Fantastic burgers, and they keep it fairly simple. It’s good food, interesting ambience, and a great place to grab a few cocktails and hang out.
I brought my young son, and he tore into his grilled cheese sandwich, so yes, they’re known for their burgers, but they definitely have other worthwhile options on the menu.
They’re basically a Milwaukee staple at this point. A great spot to start a night out—or finish one.
By the way, you'll get a postcard when you pay your check. Fill it out, and add someone's address. They'll mail it out for you.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alex H
Elsa's has always been a favorite since I moved downtown. They have great cocktails, the food is delicious as well. Went here a few days ago and got a mojito and a bigger mac burger. The burgers are epic. Another cool thing about Elsa's is they always have a unique art installation. Great place to grab dinner and drinks :)
Sadie Evans
I’m so mad they took away the Parmesan burger n wings I came there faithfully every Thursday now I won’t return it’s pointless the menu they changed for nothing when it was perfectly fine
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 4
andyw604
We searching for a menu that featured some pub grub . The atmosphere and decor is that of a high end dining establishment. The sandwiches we order were scrumptious and the fries delicious. We will go back.
De H
Really laid back and chill environment.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: The Burger, Salad, Hamburger
Perk Foster
Elsa’s is a little quieter than it used to be. Food is still good. Service is fast and attentive. Always a nice atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Lisa Harper
The food was great!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: The Burger
Kurt
Classy place but with room to improve. Great 20 dollar cocktails and wonderful liquor sellection, but their touted cheeseburger was just so-so. Too little cheese to really taste it, and the hamburger meat lacked flavor. Great location on cathedral square.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
Luis Alvarez
Came here for the first time! Tanner was our server and she was great! She’s such a sweetheart! The food was super good and the drinks as well. Definitely recommend
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
carolyn gambill
What a disappointing experience. The food was fairly decent. The atmosphere was nice. The service couldn’t have been more lacking. The maître d’ seated us and then stood at the bar the entire night never returning to our table or any other table to say hello or ask about the food or how our dining experience was going. He seemed extraordinarily disinterested. Rather odd to watch him stand at the bar the entire night. Our waitress was also subpar. She disappeared for long periods of time, was semi- friendly, never asked if we were happy or enjoying the food and never came back for additional drink orders or anything of that nature. They tacked on a 20% tip for our table of four which was completely unjustified. I like to tip when I get good service and have no problem with tipping but having it tacked on when the service was so lacking was just frustrating. Will not be returning anytime soon.
Love everything in the place great food and great atmosphere
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sam Abdul
My wife’s coworker recommended this place, so we go there and the atmosphere was very nice feels like a fine dining restaurant. Food was awesome and great. I really recommend this place for a great night .. I know I’m going there again for sure
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: The Burger
Shea Davis
What a find! The venue is quite elegant, but the menu is still pretty MKE - casual. James is an awesome bartender and made us feel very welcomed. PSA - the martinis are massive. Start the night here…
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Jaimie J
Food and atmosphere is amazing as always. The servers are very rude and prejudice.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 1
Maddy Fru
So happy they brought back most of the old menu items! I ordered the cheeseburger for take out tonight and even being about 10 minutes late to pick up, it was still warm and perfectly cooked. Elsas has the BEST burger in the city and I was so sad when it was removed, but it's back and just as good as the last 11 years I've enjoyed them. Great service as always too!
I’ve been going here for years, and even after all this time, I think the best way to describe Elsa’s is that it’s just its own vibe—part bistro, part lounge.
Fantastic burgers, and they keep it fairly simple. It’s good food, interesting ambience, and a great place to grab a few cocktails and hang out.
I brought my young son, and he tore into his grilled cheese sandwich, so yes, they’re known for their burgers, but they definitely have other worthwhile options on the menu.
They’re basically a Milwaukee staple at this point. A great spot to start a night out—or finish one.
By the way, you'll get a postcard when you pay your check. Fill it out, and add someone's address. They'll mail it out for you.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Elsa's has always been a favorite since I moved downtown. They have great cocktails, the food is delicious as well. Went here a few days ago and got a mojito and a bigger mac burger. The burgers are epic. Another cool thing about Elsa's is they always have a unique art installation. Great place to grab dinner and drinks :)
I’m so mad they took away the Parmesan burger n wings I came there faithfully every Thursday now I won’t return it’s pointless the menu they changed for nothing when it was perfectly fine
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 4
We searching for a menu that featured some pub grub . The atmosphere and decor is that of a high end dining establishment. The sandwiches we order were scrumptious and the fries delicious. We will go back.
Really laid back and chill environment.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: The Burger, Salad, Hamburger
Elsa’s is a little quieter than it used to be. Food is still good. Service is fast and attentive. Always a nice atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
The food was great!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: The Burger
Classy place but with room to improve. Great 20 dollar cocktails and wonderful liquor sellection, but their touted cheeseburger was just so-so. Too little cheese to really taste it, and the hamburger meat lacked flavor. Great location on cathedral square.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
Came here for the first time! Tanner was our server and she was great! She’s such a sweetheart! The food was super good and the drinks as well. Definitely recommend
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
What a disappointing experience. The food was fairly decent. The atmosphere was nice. The service couldn’t have been more lacking. The maître d’ seated us and then stood at the bar the entire night never returning to our table or any other table to say hello or ask about the food or how our dining experience was going. He seemed extraordinarily disinterested. Rather odd to watch him stand at the bar the entire night. Our waitress was also subpar. She disappeared for long periods of time, was semi- friendly, never asked if we were happy or enjoying the food and never came back for additional drink orders or anything of that nature. They tacked on a 20% tip for our table of four which was completely unjustified. I like to tip when I get good service and have no problem with tipping but having it tacked on when the service was so lacking was just frustrating. Will not be returning anytime soon.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 1
Restaurantji Recommends
Love everything in the place great food and great atmosphere
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My wife’s coworker recommended this place, so we go there and the atmosphere was very nice feels like a fine dining restaurant. Food was awesome and great. I really recommend this place for a great night .. I know I’m going there again for sure
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: The Burger
What a find! The venue is quite elegant, but the menu is still pretty MKE - casual. James is an awesome bartender and made us feel very welcomed. PSA - the martinis are massive. Start the night here…
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Food and atmosphere is amazing as always. The servers are very rude and prejudice.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 1
So happy they brought back most of the old menu items! I ordered the cheeseburger for take out tonight and even being about 10 minutes late to pick up, it was still warm and perfectly cooked. Elsas has the BEST burger in the city and I was so sad when it was removed, but it's back and just as good as the last 11 years I've enjoyed them. Great service as always too!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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