Bridgewater Modern Grill

4.6

1016 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

17 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 41 times today

Charming
Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails

Designed to inspire connectivity, The Bridgewater Modern Grill celebrates its home on the river with honest, unambiguous cooking. Quality meals and memories are enjoyed on the longest river-front patio in the city with one goal: bringing people together to enjoy everything Milwaukee has to offer.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Grill, Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(414) 299-6556
Website
http://www.bridgewatermke.com/
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Steve O'Neil

Location
2011 S 1st St, Milwaukee, WI 53207-1101
Area
Milwaukee
Cross Street
South 1st Street & Becher, just over the bridge
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit

Popular dishes

Local SourdoughUS$8.50
ash butter, sea salt
Tuna Tartare* ** ^US$16.00
pickled veg, chilis, wasabi aioli, sesame seed, rice paper
Brûléed BrieUS$15.50
hot honey, petite greens, baguette crostini
Duck Tostada**US$15.50
pulled duck barbacoa, ancho chili, avocado puree, yellow pico, cotija, radish
Artichoke DipUS$15.50
grana padano, aged swiss, spinach, oak-fired flatbread
Mussels* **US$16.50
coconut green curry, lemongrass, basil, ginger, grilled baguette
Crab CakeUS$17.00
celery root remoulade, petite greens
Brussels Sprouts US$11.00
crispy fried pork belly agrodulce
Sweet Chili ShrimpUS$17.00
cabbage, cilantro, sweet chili glaze

Salads

CaesarUS$14.00
browned butter croutons, grana padano, tomato, romaine
Goddess** ^US$14.00
gem lettuce, tomato, cucumber, toasted walnuts, red onion, grana padano, green goddess dressing
CapreseUS$16.00
heirloom tomato, burrata, balsamic glaze, extra virgin olive oil, basil
Peppercorn Seared Tuna US$19.00
butter lettuce, green beans, soft boiled egg, tomato, fingerlings, olives, lemon herb vinaigrette

Mains

The Bridgewater Burger*US$19.50
wagyu, coal-roasted shallots, gruyere, roasted garlic aioli, choice of greens or frites
Lobster RollUS$32.00
browned butter, chive, choice of greens or frites
Baby Back RibsUS$30.00
oak-fired, mop sauce, frites
Bone in Pork Chop* **US$36.00
oak-fired, wilted spinach, jus
Chicken Rotisserie**US$28.00
miso jus, smoked bacon, braised greens
Gnocchi US$24.00
creamed leeks, maitake mushroom, grana padano
Ruby Red Trout**US$33.00
oak-fired, salsa verde, caramelized lemon
RavioliUS$28.00
lemon ricotta, asparagus, beech mushroom, tarragon cream sauce, sunflower seed, grana padano
Scallops* **US$36.00
corn grits, rapini, bacon marmalade
Grass-Fed Ribeye* **US$55.00
oak-fired, ash salt
Filet Mignon* **US$58.00
oak-fired, local mushrooms, whipped potatoes, burgundy sauce
Garlic Shrimp SpaghettiUS$26.00
garlic confit, tomato, grana padano, herbs, spaghetti

Sides

Asparagus**US$11.00
grilled over oak, dried tomato & citrus gremolata
Smashed Crispy Fingerlings**US$10.00
ash salt, chives, roasted garlic aioli
Shishito Peppers US$12.00
oak-fired, sesame ginger glaze
Mac & ChiveUS$10.00
housemade garganelli pasta, fontina

What 1,016 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

4.5Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Milwaukee
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bridgewater Modern Grill is a neighborhood gem offering "delicious food" and "great service" in a beautiful, modern setting by the river. Guests praise the "lovely ambience," "attentive staff," and diverse menu options. The "outdoor patio is wonderful," ideal for brunch or special occasions. Highly recommended for a memorable dining experience.

1,016 Reviews

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Elizabeth
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service was very good. The crispy fingerling potatoes are really good. There is bacon on the burger, however it is not on the menus. If you don’t eat pork you will need to ask for it without bacon.
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Amy
Las Vegas
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely drink selections (even had a mock-tail list and the drinks came out as well presented as the alcoholic ones). The Brie Appetizer and Meatballs were both good. Everyone enjoyed their food, the chicken and greens was the only one that got low reviews from the ordering party. It was Valentines weekend so they had some special food and drink options. I don’t know if they always have a singer as it was our first time, but he was really good; It drove a higher noise level in the space though. Noise was okay for us but did make conversation and even ordering difficult at times. Manager did come round unprompted to the tables which is always a good thing to see in restaurants, he asked how things were and for feedback. We said all was well because we were having a nice dinner and the chicken wasn’t bad, it just wasn’t great.
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Vicki
Milwaukee
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very modern and classy atmosphere. We all had a drink at the bar first, then sat down for dinner. Although it is winter, the restaurant has large garage doors that can be opened in the summer. We had a few apps (crab cakes and sourdough bread), then our main meal. Service was good, we didn’t feel rushed and we had a wonderful time. Since this was Valentines Days weekend, there was live music which was just great. Very cool!
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OpenTable Diner
Milwaukee
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
First time. Very delicious. Recommend it. You'll enjoy.
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Jim
Milwaukee
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our Valentine’s Day celebration was great. We’ll definitely be back!
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ava
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Super great restaurant! I really enjoyed the food and the desserts were so good!! 10/10 recommend
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Claire
Milwaukee
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was delectable and portions generous. Service was attentive without being intrusive.
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OpenTable Diner
Milwaukee
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Ambiance is nice, and service was OK, although a little slow. Food was sub-par and everything from the appetizers to the dessert was just OK. I would expect this quality of food from something like a Chili's or an airport restaurant, but not a place that bills itself as a fine dining establishment.
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Michael
Milwaukee
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on 9 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is amazing. I’m surprised more people don’t know about Bridgewater. I asked all my friends for a recommendation and none had been there. We will be back however. I never had breakfast/brunch that was cooked perfectly all around. So delicious. We had the chicken and waffles and the Bridgewater Breakfast. Can’t wait to hang at the bar once summer arrives. Highly recommend Bridgewater. You won’t be disappointed.
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Cari
VIP
Milwaukee
14 reviews
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on 9 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The only disappointment was the squash with the gnocchi. The squash purée lacked flavor and needed some herbaceousness added to it.
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FAQs

Bridgewater Modern Grill offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (414) 299-6556.

Bridgewater Modern Grill is rated 4.6 stars by 1016 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

17 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 41 times today

Order delivery or takeout

2011 S 1st St, Milwaukee, WI 53207-1101

Additional information

Cross Street
South 1st Street & Becher, just over the bridge
Area
Milwaukee
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Grill, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Executive Chef
Steve O'Neil
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit

Website
http://www.bridgewatermke.com/
Phone number
(414) 299-6556

Bridgewater Modern Grill

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Brussels Sprouts

Gnocchi

Filet Mignon

Small Plates

Local SourdoughUS$8.50

Tuna Tartare* ** ^US$16.00

Brûléed BrieUS$15.50

Duck Tostada**US$15.50

Artichoke DipUS$15.50

Mussels* **US$16.50

Crab CakeUS$17.00

Brussels Sprouts US$11.00

Sweet Chili ShrimpUS$17.00

Salads

CaesarUS$14.00

Goddess** ^US$14.00

CapreseUS$16.00

Peppercorn Seared Tuna US$19.00

Mains

The Bridgewater Burger*US$19.50

Lobster RollUS$32.00

Baby Back RibsUS$30.00

Bone in Pork Chop* **US$36.00

Chicken Rotisserie**US$28.00

Gnocchi US$24.00

Ruby Red Trout**US$33.00

RavioliUS$28.00

Scallops* **US$36.00

Grass-Fed Ribeye* **US$55.00

Filet Mignon* **US$58.00

Garlic Shrimp SpaghettiUS$26.00

Sides

Asparagus**US$11.00

Smashed Crispy Fingerlings**US$10.00

Shishito Peppers US$12.00

Mac & ChiveUS$10.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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