Rare Steakhouse - Milwaukee

4.6

1123 Reviews

$50 and over

Steakhouse

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2 people

21 Dec 2024

23:30

Booked 14 times today

Romantic
Good for special occasions
Good for business meals

Rare combines craft cocktails, in-house dry aged steaks and attentive service in an unabashedly old-school steak house setting. Milwaukee's downtown steakhouse features specialty cuts dry aged in-house, like the Rib Cap and the Bottleneck as well as offering more traditional cuts like our filet and our rib eye. Rare also carries the famed, and incredibly delicious A5 Wagyu, available by the ounce.

Complimenting our steaks and entrees is a specialty cocktail list and an extensive wine list with everything from wines for a big celebration to a weekday dinner.

Rare Milwaukee is one of the top business lunch destinations, but if you're just looking for a drink after work, Rare offers discounted cocktails, wines and snacks at happy hour.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Happy Hour Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(414) 273-7273
Website
https://www.raresteaks.com/milwaukee-menu/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Todd Leech
Private party facilities
It’s not often that you get to celebrate a wedding, a retirement or a new job.These rare, special occasions deserve something more! Rare Steakhouse is pleased to offer several private dining opportunities for our guests. For inquiries, please email ian@raremilwaukee.com.

Location
833 E Michigan Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Area
Milwaukee
Cross Street
Cass ST.
Parking details
Valet is $6/carParking in the 833 building parking structure is available. Rare Steakhouse does not give vouchers for parking.
Additional
Gluten-free Options

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Popular dishes

Rare's Barrel-Aged "Perfect Manhattan"
Maker's Mark Bourbon, Sacred Bond Brandy, Lustau Dry Sherry, Cocchi di Torino
Bees Knees
Aviation Gin, Honey Simple, Lemon, Thyme
Ginger Pear Martini
Grey Goose Vodka, Domaine de Canton, St. Elder, Lemon
Ginger Snap
Glenfiddich 14yr, Honey Ginger Simple, Lemon
Maple Smash
Limousin Rye, Dancing Goat Sage Maple Syrup, Lemon
Big Easy Old Fashioned
You Pick: Traditional Or Wisconsin Style. Old Forester Bourbon, Copper & King's Apple Brandy, Angostura & Creole Bitters

Draft Beer

Miller Lite - Pale Lager - Milwaukee, WI
Stella Artois - Belgian Pils - Belgium
Raised Grain - Black Walnut Imperial Stout - Waukesha, WI
Lakefront Brewery IPA - Milwaukee, WI
Third Space Happy Place Pale Ale - Milwaukee, WI
Spotted Cow - Farmhouse Ale - New Glarus, WI
Lou Ie's Dem Ise - Amber - Milwaukee, WI
Guinness - Stout - Ireland

Spirits

Bourbon/Whiskey

Angel's Envy RyeUS$19.00
Bulleit RyeUS$11.00
Blanton'sUS$16.00
Driftless Glen RyeUS$15.00
Rittenhouse RyeUS$12.00
Templeton RyeUS$15.00
Whistle Pig Straight Rye10-yearUS$15.00
1792 Ridgemont Reserve 8 Year BourbonUS$15.00
Amador Double Barrel BourbonUS$17.00
Angel's Envy Port Cask BourbonUS$17.00
Basil Hayden BourbonUS$14.00
Buffalo Trace BourbonUS$11.00
Bulleit BourbonUS$11.00
Bulleit 10-year BourbonUS$15.00
E. H. Taylor Jr. Small Batch BourbonUS$13.00
Eagle Rare BourbonUS$15.00
Four Roses Yellow Label BourbonUS$12.00
Four Roses Single Barrel BourbonUS$15.00
Four Roses Small BatchUS$19.00
J. Henry Wisconsin BourbonUS$14.00
Journeyman Distillery Featherbone BourbonUS$15.00
Knob Creek BourbonUS$13.00
Makers Mark BourbonUS$11.00
Makers Mark 46 BourbonUS$15.00
Makers Mark Cask Strength BourbonUS$16.00
Old Forester BourbonUS$13.00
Rowan's Creek BourbonUS$12.00
Woodford Reserve BourbonUS$15.00
Bastille 1789 WhiskeyUS$11.00
Yamazaki 12-year Single Malt WhiskeyUS$22.00
Yamazaki 18-year Single Malt WhiskeyUS$78.00

Irish

Bushmill's BlackUS$13.00
JamesonUS$11.00
Proper TwelveUS$13.00
Red Breast 12-yearUS$19.00
Tullamore DewUS$11.00

Scotch

Balvenie Doublewood 12-yearUS$18.00
Balvenie Caribbean Cask 14-yearUS$22.00
Balvenie Doublewood 17-yearUS$42.00
Cragganmore 12-yearUS$19.00
Deanston Virgin OakUS$16.00
Dalmore 12-yearUS$16.00
Dalmore 15-yearUS$29.00
Dalmore 18-yearUS$60.00
Glenfiddich 12-yearUS$16.00
Glenfiddich 15-year SoleraUS$20.00
Glenfiddich 21-yearUS$57.00
Glenfiddich 15-year SoleraUS$20.00
Glenfiddich 21-yearUS$57.00
Glenkinchie 12-yearUS$16.00
Glenlivet 12-yeaUS$16.00
Glenlivet 15-yearUS$32.00
Glenmorangie Extremely Rare 18-yeaUS$42.00
Glenmorangie Nectar d'OrUS$30.00
Glenmorangie SignetUS$72.00
Johnnie Walker BlackUS$14.00
Johnnie Walker BlueUS$66.00
Lagavulin 16-yearUS$26.00
Laphroaig Quarter CaskUS$16.00
Macallan 12-yearUS$22.00
Macallan 18-yearUS$78.00
Macallan Rare CaskUS$90.00
Oban 14-yearUS$28.00

What 1,123 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

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

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Diners' Choice Awards

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Steakhouse

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Rare Steakhouse in Milwaukee offers an upscale dining experience with "amazing staff and food." Known for its "best steaks in Milwaukee," the atmosphere is both classic and inviting. Highlights include the seafood platters, delicious Wagyu, and exceptional service, especially from server Raj. Ideal for special occasions or date nights.

1,123 Reviews

J
Jodie
Milwaukee
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was absolutely outstanding! Everything we had was just as great as the next. The steaks were seasoned and cooked perfectly! But beyond the food, the service was top notch. Thank you, Davonte, for all of your help. We had the most amazing night! And Jake was fabulous at the bar! I can’t say enough great things!
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Michele
Milwaukee
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Have dined at Rare several times over the years. The food and service is consistently good. Especially love the popovers!
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Michelle
VIP
Milwaukee
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 12 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Mia was amazing at the bar, she is so sweet and one of the friendliest bartenders in the city. Raj was our server and totally made our night fun! The general manager saved our night and was so helpful! Thank you for a wonderful evening! We will be back!
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nick
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 1 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love the bottleneck steak and the lobster bisque and the east coast oysters it was very good
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Edward
VIP
San Francisco
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on 22 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Overall the food was very good but the service was unsatisfactory. The Oysters Rockefeller and Gem Wedge salad were delicious starters, accompanied by flavorful bread. For entrees we both had Fillet Mignon, which was perfectly cooked and tasty, followed by the chocolate cake for dessert. We also had a nice bottle of Bordeaux that paired perfectly with the beef. Despite the great food, the service was unsatisfactory. After our entrees arrived at our table our server did not check on us and we did not have either of the two sauces (au poivre, horse radish) that we ordered for our beef. I had to ask another staff member for assistance and they left to check on our sauces, returning with the horse radish sauce but informing us that the kitchen was out of au poivre sauce and making more. I've never been to a steak restaurant that ran out of au poivre sauce, especially on a slow weekday evening, but it eventually arrived. Our server did not refill our water and there were no other staff nearby, so I eventually had to leave our booth to ask the hostess for assistance, which she did provide. Also, our wine glasses were only refilled once and I had to do it myself the other times. Not a huge complaint, but it's a nice touch when a server refills wine glasses. So, the staff needs training, particularly for servers to check on their tables after the food arrives to ensure the patrons have everything they need. This is a critical time of the meal and should be emphasized. Also, not refilling water glasses needs to be addressed. I hope that our experience with service at Rare Steakhouse was unusual.
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Tracy
Milwaukee
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 13 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a lovely experience and a delicious dinner.
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Kevin
Milwaukee
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 1 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The staff and food are amazing. Highly recommend going for date night.
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Donald
Milwaukee
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on 31 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Rare is a unique, upscale steakhouse in the heart of downtown Milwaukee. We would dine there again for a special occasion.
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CrystinR
VIP
Milwaukee
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on 28 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing evening at Rare!! The best Lobster Bisque ever!!
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Sarah
Milwaukee
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 28 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious steaks and bananas foster dessert! Friday is half off bottles of wine
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FAQs

Rare Steakhouse - Milwaukee offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (414) 273-7273.

Rare Steakhouse - Milwaukee is rated 4.6 stars by 1123 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

21 Dec 2024

23:30

Booked 14 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Rare Steakhouse - Milwaukee

833 E Michigan Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Cass ST.
Area
Milwaukee
Hours of Operation
Happy Hour Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Seafood
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet is $6/carParking in the 833 building parking structure is available. Rare Steakhouse does not give vouchers for parking.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Todd Leech
Additional
Gluten-free Options

Website
https://www.raresteaks.com/milwaukee-menu/
Phone number
(414) 273-7273
Private party facilities
It’s not often that you get to celebrate a wedding, a retirement or a new job.These rare, special occasions deserve something more! Rare Steakhouse is pleased to offer several private dining opportunities for our guests. For inquiries, please email ian@raremilwaukee.com.

Featured in

100 Milwaukee Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Rare Steakhouse - Milwaukee

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

100 Milwaukee Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Cheesecake

14 Oz New York Strip

6 Oz Filet Mignon

Starters

Artisanal Cheese Board

Beef Sliders

Chicken Sliders

Bruschetta

Soup & Salads

Classic Caesar*

Chopped Salad

Entrees

Steaks*

10 Oz. Bottleneck

14 Oz. New York Strip

6 Oz. Filet Mignon

Land & Sea*

Miso Salmon

Chicken Rolando

Accompaniments*

Beef Fat Fries

Classic Mashed

Baked Potato

Roasted Asparagus

Crispy Brussels

Roasted Mushrooms

Sauces

Bearnaise*

AU Poivre

House Steak Sauce

Bleu Cheese Mornay

Horseradish Cream

Desserts*

Cheesecake

Bananas Foster

Cinnamon Bread Pudding

Triple Chocolate Cake

Drinks Menu

Wines

Red

Meiomi, California, 2017

Clos Pegas Mitsuko's, Napa Valley, 2013

Luigi Bosca, Mendoza, Argentina, 2017

Penfold's Bin 28 Shiraz, Mclaren Vale, Australia, 2016

Fess Parker the Big Easy, Santa Barbara, 2016

White

Villa Wolf Wachenheimer Trocken, Pfalz, Germany, 2016

Cocktails

Rare's Barrel-Aged "Perfect Manhattan"

Bees Knees

Ginger Pear Martini

Ginger Snap

Maple Smash

Big Easy Old Fashioned

Draft Beer

Miller Lite - Pale Lager - Milwaukee, WI

Stella Artois - Belgian Pils - Belgium

Raised Grain - Black Walnut Imperial Stout - Waukesha, WI

Lakefront Brewery IPA - Milwaukee, WI

Third Space Happy Place Pale Ale - Milwaukee, WI

Spotted Cow - Farmhouse Ale - New Glarus, WI

Lou Ie's Dem Ise - Amber - Milwaukee, WI

Guinness - Stout - Ireland

Spirits

Bourbon/Whiskey

Angel's Envy RyeUS$19.00

Bulleit RyeUS$11.00

Blanton'sUS$16.00

Driftless Glen RyeUS$15.00

Rittenhouse RyeUS$12.00

Templeton RyeUS$15.00

Whistle Pig Straight Rye10-yearUS$15.00

1792 Ridgemont Reserve 8 Year BourbonUS$15.00

Amador Double Barrel BourbonUS$17.00