Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in Wisconsin

OpenTable

Updated March 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that are the best hot spots in Wisconsin? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

The Madison Concourse Hotel

4.8

4.8 (57)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Madison

About the restaurant

Join us for a special holiday brunches in our Grand Ballroom!

Top review

Toni Marie

Dined on Jan 1, 2025

Great New Year's Eve Event. Had a Wonderful Time, great food, great music, and great accommodations! Will be back again.

Wissota Chophouse

4.7

4.7 (466)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Eau Claire

About the restaurant

With classic American chophouses in mind, Wissota Chophouse features Certified Angus Beef , an excellent variety of the freshest seafood and creative sides. Our steaks start with the best cuts of meat, seasoned simply and cooked to perfection, delivered to your table perfectly seared and bursting with flavor. Compliment your meal with a drink from over 20 wines by the glass, 20 beers on tap and a variety of choices of bottled beer and spirits.

Top review

JohnB

Dined on Mar 12, 2025

Very good food, decent service, and great ambience. Will be back to other chop houses in other cities.

Liberty Station - Madison

4.7

4.7 (574)

$30 and under

Barbecue

Madison

About the restaurant

Liberty Station - Madison offers BBQ and American comfort food in Madison.

Top review

Kimberly

Dined 2 days ago

The appetizer was BBQ Pulled Pork Tacos. It paired well with The Liberty Burger topped with Brisket Chili and also included the Brisket Grilled Cheese served with Tomato Bisque Soup. Everything was simply scrumptious, and the customer service was phenomenal. Worth trying!

Bavarian Bierhaus

4.7

4.7 (283)

$30 and under

Regional German (Bavarian)

Glendale

About the restaurant

In 2016 the Bavarian Bierhaus re-opened the space once occupied by the Bavarian Inn. It features a bierhall, a 15 bbl brewery, and multiple indoor and outdoor event spaces. The Bierhaus will continue the tradition of being home to diverse regional events and festivals. We welcome you, and invite you to support your friends, neighbors and community by signing up for our emails, following us on Facebook, checking our website and downloading our Bavarian Bierhaus app for upcoming events.

Top review

KoraJ

Dined 3 days ago

We love the vibe here- food is good and our kiddos love to dance! Highly recommend for family fun

Kanpai - Third Ward

4.6

4.6 (713)

$30 and under

Sushi

Milwaukee

About the restaurant

Kanpai is a local family-owned restaurant that first opened in 2012 and has been maintaining its sparking reputation for serving extraordinary sushi and sake in a sensual, contemporary atmosphere. Kanpai has brought Japanese fusion cuisine to succulent levels and a sushi experience not found elsewhere in town.

Top review

Noah

Dined on Mar 15, 2025

Kanpai is the best restaurant in Milwaukee. I have been there many times and it’s always the best sushi I’ve had in Milwaukee, every time.

The Explorium Brewpub Greendale

4.5

4.5 (211)

$30 and under

American

Milwaukee

About the restaurant

Hip brewpub with a spacious patio pouring craft beer plus wine & spirits alongside American fare.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined on Mar 3, 2025

Great experience, food, service. We brought the our kids and it went well. Not necessarily a "kid place" but was good for the kids and had food they'll eat.

Malarkey's Pub and Grill

4.5

4.5 (257)

$30 and under

Pub

Wausau

About the restaurant

Malarkey's Pub & Townies Grill are a must stop when in Wausau. Locally owned and operated, we are in the heart of the historic downtown. Located just steps from the Grand Theater, 400 Block, River Walk, kayak course, Jefferson Street Inn, Wausau Mall, shops, restaurants, parks, it's easy to stop here on the way to anything!

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined 3 days ago

I had the fish stuffed with crab, veggies and mashed potatoes!! Excellent!

Lucille

4.4

4.4 (1166)

$31 to $50

Pizzeria

Madison

About the restaurant

Lucille is currently open for indoor dining! For large group reservations (15+ people), please email us at info@lucillemadison.com or give us a call at 608-283-0000 for availability.

We are excited to have you in!

Top review

Karen

Dined 3 days ago

We were celebrating a birthday and our server was very kind and attentive.

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Lucille Happy Hour EVERYDAY 3-6pm

Matty's Bar & Grille

4.3

4.3 (249)

$31 to $50

Grill

New Berlin

About the restaurant

Since opening the doors in 1997, owner Matt Anderson and team have transformed the once-typical suburban sports bar into a destination spot for sports fans and foodies alike. Guests can grab a Smokehouse Burger at the traditional front bar, enjoy a gourmet pizza or family dinner in the warm and inviting Four Seasons Room or relax on the outdoor Patio featuring a cozy fire pit and multiple dining areas.
From our all-inclusive Ultimate Packer Experience, luxury coach bus excursions to Lambeau Field and Camp Randall to Brewer tailgate parties, Matty’s will get you to your destination in style. Check out our Holiday brunches for Easter, Thanksgiving, Mother’s Day and Father’s Day to name just a few!
If you are having trouble making an online reservation, please call the restaurant, and let us assist you.

Top review

Jennifer VIP

Dined on Feb 6, 2025

Always a great experience at Matty’s. Reservation check in was a breeze and they responded with a smile when we asked for a standard height table instead of a high top.

The Explorium Brewpub Third Ward

4.2

4.2 (111)

$30 and under

American

Milwaukee

About the restaurant

We are a locally owned brewery and restaurant offering 24 taps of house-made beer in a comfortable family-friendly environment with two locations in the Milwaukee area. People love our comfortable environment, friendly staff, and expansive outside bar and patio. Stop in and see what we’re all about!

Top review

Rob

Dined on Feb 28, 2025

As always, outstanding service and delicious beer and food

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