11 Best Southern Restaurants in Milwaukee

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar Southern • $$
511 N Broadway, Milwaukee

Customers` Favorites

Crispy Brussels with Garlic Buttermilk Ranch Dipping Sauce
Asheville Hot with Mac-N-Cheese Waffles
Salt & Pepper Crispy Brussels Sprouts
Tupelo's Famous Bone-In Fried Chicken
Fried Green Tomatoes and Grits
Sriracha Chicken and Waffles
Famous Fried Green Tomatoes
Tupelo's Shrimp & Grits GF
Kiss of Lavender Lemonade
Fried Chicken & Biscuit

“We spent a weekend getaway in Milwaukee for our anniversary and went to Tupelo Honey for dinner on Saturday night. We made a reservation ahead of time online but it looked as if walk-ins would have been accommodated! Our waitress, Courtney, was absolutely AMAZING and made our whole experience even better. The vibe of the restaurant was on point and the food was beyond delicious! We got the skillet pimento cheese dip app, shrimp and grits, chicken and waffles, and pecan pie for dessert. Everything was so good and we would highly recommend this place to anyone who likes good, comfort food! Definitely ask to sit in Courtney's section!“

4.3 Superb417 Reviews
Maxie's Southern • $$
6732 W Fairview Ave, Milwaukee

Customers` Favorites

Fresh-Shucked Raw Oysters on the Half Shell Eaten
Cornbread with Orange Honey Butter
White Cheddar Mac'n' Cheese
Maxie's Mighty-Mighty Gumbo
Buttermilk Fried Chicken
Pork Confit Flatbread
Fried Green Tomatoes
Nola Grilled Oysters
Vegetarian Jambalaya
Shellfish Etouffée

“Some of the best food I’ve eaten in the state of Wisconsin. The service and ambiance was also top-notch. They were great with our daughter who has many food allergies. They do all they can to accommodate people with food allergies. Thank you for an outstanding experience. We’ll be back soon!“

4.3 Superb203 Reviews
Daddy's Soul Food & Grille Soul Food • $
754 N 27th St #3552, Milwaukee

Customers` Favorites

Salmon Croquettes w Rice Yams Black Eyed Peas and a Muffin OH Roasted Chicken Breast
Catfish Dinner with Candied Yams and Mac and Cheese with Red Koolaid
Collard Greens Fried Chicken Mashed Potatoes Macaroni Cheese
Fried Chicken Black Eyed Peas Yams and Corn Bread
Fish Dinner with Mac and Cheese and Greens
Fried Tilapia with Fries
Fried Catfish with Fries
Everyday Fried Chicken
Fried Chicken Dinner
Sides and Corn Bread

“The food on today was good except the dressing It was very dry; it was inedible. My one complaint about this restaurant is they never get your order right. And the female cashier this evening around 4 pm 022625 was unfriendly; when I told her that I didn’t get my muffin , soda and extra piece of fish. Bad customer service makes me not want to eat the food.“

4.4 Superb119 Reviews
Palomino Bar Bar • $
2491 S Superior St, Milwaukee

Customers` Favorites

Vegan Hot Fried Chicken Sandwich
House Tater Tots
Brisket Burger
Friday Fish Fry
Fried Pickles
French Fries
Sandwiches
Vegan Wings

“We had a few drinks and some fried snacks. The food and atmosphere and great. We also took a pie making class with Valeri in the back pie making kitchen. The class was supper fun. She is an excellent teacher and very knowledgeable. We made strawberry rhubarb pie and it turned out excellent. Valeri really ran a great class and made it fun and informative.“

4.6 Superb42 Reviews
Garfields 502 Pubs • $
502 W Garfield Ave, Milwaukee

Customers` Favorites

Double Cheeseburger with Onion Ring
4 Chicken Tender Basket
Catfish Dinner No Fries
Pork Chop Sandwich
6 Chicken Tenders
10 Wings Basket
Chicken Fingers
Fish Sandwich
Wings No Fries
French Fries

“Great drinks good people!!!“

4.4 Superb54 Reviews
Perkins Boyz On Tha Grill Soul Food • $
6818 -22 W Brown Deer Rd, Milwaukee

Customers` Favorites

Catfish Dinner with Greens
Fried Chicken Wing Dinner
Smothered Pork Chops
Fried Green Tomatoes
Macaroni and Cheese
Cheeseburger Plate
Macaroni Cheese
Baked Chicken
Peach Cobbler
Chicken Wings

“GREAT COCKTAILS LIVE ENTERTAINMENT GREAT STAFF“

4.1 Good66 Reviews
DOC's Commerce Smokehouse Barbecue • $$
754 Vel R. Phillips Ave, Milwaukee

Customers` Favorites

Beef Brisket Plate with Bean and Macaroni and Cheese
Dino Bone Night Prime Rib Night Burnt Ends
Bacardi Baked Beans
Sauces They Offer
Pulled Pork Plate
Brisket Sandwich
Doc's Meat Coma
Rib Tips Plate
Homemade Sauces
Smoked Chicken

“Doc's is the best smoked meat in Milwaukee. The portions are satisfying. They have 4+types of sauces. The fries are seasoned just right!! I had a hiccup on a take out order and I called to let them know. The manager was courteous respectful and made it right on another visit. I love the fried pickles. Good food and integrity is a delicious combo. Thanks Doc 😉“

3.8 Good118 Reviews
JJ Fish & Chicken Seafood • $
1955 W Capitol Dr, Milwaukee

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Tenders
Catfish Nuggets
Chicken Wings
Jumbo Shrimp
Pizza Puff
Catfish
Fries
Fish

“I had sworn off of JJ's Chicken after my last experience but this new location for me is fantastic! The chicken is not oily. The meal was ready when we arrived. The fries were crispy just like I like them! You have a new customer with us.

Parking: Enough parking in the lot when we were there.“

3.4 Good42 Reviews
Lowcountry Milwaukee Seafood • $$
1114 N Water St, Milwaukee

Customers` Favorites

Shrimp Lovers Boil Extra Sausage
Cajun Waffle Fries
Corn on the Cob
Shrimp Broccoli
Garlic Noodles
Snow Crab Legs
King Crab Legs
Boiled Shrimp
Chicken Wings
Fried Shrimp

“Went here for the first time and definitely won't be the last! Great atmosphere, the food was amazing and the owner was absolutely incredible! Thank you, Mindy for such an awesome night with my friends, for my birthday dinner! I would recommend this place for going.out with friends, family, out of town guests, you name it, it is a wonderful place and I cannot wait to go back. You'll get messy and it is completely worth it.“

3.7 Good143 Reviews
J J Fish & Chicken Seafood • $
9008 W Brown Deer Rd, Milwaukee

Customers` Favorites

Catfish Nuggets 1 lb
Chicken Gizzards
Chicken Tenders
Tilapia Fillet
Catfish Fillet
French Fries
Jumbo Shrimp
BBQ Sauce
Wings
Fish

“The food is outstanding!
The customer service is wonderful, and the atmosphere is very comfortable! Whenever you're craving some great tasting food, try JJ's fish & chicken. You won't be disappointed, and you'll be coming back for more!!!“

3.4 Good45 Reviews
Golden Corral Buffet & Grill Buffet • $
300 W Layton Ave, Milwaukee

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Fried Chicken Steak Was Nicely Done
Pot Roast and Green Beans Mashed Potatoes
Fried Chicken Steak and Pico De Gallo
Mashed Potatoes & Gravy
Bourbon Street Chicken
Salad Bar Concoction
Smoked Pulled Pork
Macaroni & Cheese
Steamed Broccoli
Steak and Shrimp

“GREAT FOOD AND GREAT STAFF. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK AND AWESOME FOOF“

3.2 Average196 Reviews