The Edison

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   mark

   Milwaukee

   2 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined today

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This has become my second favorite restaurant in the Third Ward. The service is outstanding at the bar and while eating and the noise level make it easy to talk with the people you are with. People of all ages eating there, so very fun. The menu is exactly what you expect and the ribeye is as good as it gets. Medium rare was the exact temperature our server suggested.
   

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   Kevin

   Milwaukee

   45 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   45 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent food and service. The short ribs were fantastic and the bolognese was delicious. Highly recommend the pigs in a blanket as an appetizer. Server was attentive and friendly. Already made reservations for another dinner.
   

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   Jacqui

   Argyll

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Double date night. Service was excellent. Nice drink selection. Their Old Fashion had a lighter, fresher taste than the heavy ones you get in the supper club. Pricing was on par with the area. Portions appear small, but the flavor is so good and rich, you don't need more. Ordered 2 apps; pigs in a blanket and rolls with honeybutter. Pigs had nice tangy flavor and rolls were puffy and soft. Mains were Gnocchi (toasty on the outside soft in the middle), Risotto (everyone loves risotto), Cacio E Pepe (cheesy flavor, thought it would be more peppery), and Beef Short Rib (melt in your mouth). If you like Creme Brulee, this was very good, more broiled than flamed.
   

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   Thomas

   Greensboro

   31 reviews

   5.0

   31 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had a wonderful birthday celebration for our son. Started off with champagne, then the five of us had wonderful meals with a nice Bordeaux blend. Shrimp and Gnocchi, Cacio de Pepe, a strip steak, and short ribs with mushrooms and creamed potatoes. Topped it off with Crème Brûlée, some port, and the birthday boy opted for bourbon. The entire meal was a pleasure from start to finish. Staff added to the celebration with a birthday card signed by all of them. Memorable meal in many ways. Service by Colleen? Was excellent.
   

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   Laura

   Milwaukee

   2 reviews

   3.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 1

   We had reservations for 2 and we were really looking forward to trying the Edison. I am sure the food is fabulous! However, when we were seated and realized we were going to be at a small 2 person table very close to another table, we decided it was not the ambiance we were looking for on a date night. The tables for 2 have this small plant between them and there isn’t any privacy. We quickly decided we weren’t into the vibe. We told the hostess that we were leaving due to our seat. They just said thank you and didn’t offer to seat us anywhere else. I don’t think there was another table for us to move too. I really hope the restaurant takes this feedback and changes it for seating for 2. We were definitely looking forward to our date night here and had to go find somewhere else to eat that was less stuffy and crowded for a date.
   

   The EdisonResponded 7 days ago

   Hello Laura, Please accept my sincere apology that the seating in our dining room did not meet expectations for a date night for you and your partner. We do get busy on weekends and our dining room does tend to be full by the 7pm hour however our front desk should have attempted to rectify the matter to see if we might have been able to find another spot for the two of you to enjoy your evening. We will certainly take this into consideration when looking at the layout of our dining room. I do hope you will give us another opportunity to provide you with an experience up to expectations and would love to personally assist you in making any future reservation. Thank you for your invaluable feedback Laura, we truly appreciate it. Patrick Erdman General Manager
   

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   Dan

   Milwaukee

   2 reviews

   3.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on 10 November 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   Overall, it was an enjoyable experience but did not leave me feeling like I needed to go back anytime soon. The food was good but not outstanding. We were seated by the front door and never really got a feel for the vibe of the place. Service was great.
   

   The EdisonResponded on 11 November 2024

   Hello Dan, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback after choosing to dine with us at The Edison. While I am delighted to hear the service was on point I am hoping to better understand how we missed the mark with regard to the cuisine. Your input is invaluable to our entire team and I truly appreciate your thoughtful consideration with regard to this matter. Thank you Dan, Patrick Erdman General Manager
   

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   Marc

   Milwaukee

   10 reviews

   5.0

   10 reviews

   Dined on 8 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The Edison is one of our favorite restaurants in the Third Ward. They are extremely accommodating. Our reservation was for 5:15 but we were stuck in unexpected traffic. I called the restaurant and they said they'd hold our reservation. The wait staff was excellent and the food was delicious. Try Nona's meatballs. Out of this world! We love the ambiance as well. Treat yourself to a lovely night out at the Edison!
   

   The EdisonResponded on 11 November 2024

   Hello Marc, Thank you so much for being such a supportive patron and for taking the time to share this wonderful feedback with us! We are absolutely thrilled to hear we are one of your favorites and appreciate the incredible input with regard to your time spent at The Edison. We certainly look forward to the opportunity to provide you and yours with another memorable experience soon. Thank you and happy dining Marc! - The Edison Team
   

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   Nick

   Milwaukee

   12 reviews

   5.0

   12 reviews

   Dined on 2 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Very classy place. The food was great and the atmosphere and ambiance was very nice. The coal fired wings are incredible. The duck ragu was amazing. Great spot for a date night or a good time with a group of friends!
   

   The EdisonResponded on 5 November 2024

   Hello Nick, Thank you for choosing to dine with us at The Edison and for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are thrilled to hear the wings were thoroughly enjoyed, the mesquite briquette imparts such a fantastic smokey flavor. We truly cannot thank you enough for your support and look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Thank you Nick and happy dining! - The Edison Team
   

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   scott

   Milwaukee

   8 reviews

   3.0

   8 reviews

   Dined on 2 November 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   First time here. Not sure if we will return. Let me explain. Have read some good reviews about The Edison, so we made a 6:00 for a Saturday. The design of the dining room is stylish, fun, and comfortable. A mix of smaller tables or larger booths. It was starting to get busy when we arrived. There were two of us, and the hosted placed us at a small table near the front door. Given that there was significant traffic there, we asked for a similar table more towards the back. The hostess was reluctant telling us that it was going to be busy/loud throughout the entire dining area, but she made the change. Glad that we did because the new area was less hectic and noisy. The two top is really a four top, with some foliage between the two sets. It was a bit odd, but less distracting than I thought. Our server got to us right away. They were friendly, helpful and relaxed. Got us waters, and our first drinks. Helped us navigate the menu and offered suggestions. The drinks were unique and flavorful. The Old Fashioned was especially good. Our appetizer was the Tempera Shallot. It came out quickly, was hot and crispy. We enjoyed most of it. Some pieces were larger, and the batter was not cooked as thoroughly as the rest. The black garlic Aioli was very good. Our entrees included the Pork Chop and the Grilled Whole Branzino. They came out in a reasonable amount of time, were hot, well seasoned, flavorful sides, and nice portions. The Branzino was probably the best that I have had. The skill was nice and crispy and the flesh tender. Nice job! Both of us enjoyed them, and there were leftovers that we took home. We had been there for about an hour, and that's when the service took a turn for the worse. Our server took a long time to come back after we had finished the meal. We noticed that they were busy with some other/larger tables. We asked to have dessert, and it took a while to even get the dessert menu. Time ran out, we canceled dessert.
   

   The EdisonResponded on 5 November 2024

   Hello Scott, Thank you for choosing to dine with us at The Edison before attending a performance at The Rep. I truly appreciate the thoughtful feedback you have shared with regard to your time with us. Please accept my sincere apology for the lack of agency you both unfortunately received on the later half of your experience. This input is truly invaluable and I will be sharing it with our team as to better coach them to uphold the attentiveness and care we must show to all of our guests. I will also be speaking with my executive chef to discern just how we missed getting your dessert to you in a prompt manner. Scott I certainly would like to personally welcome you back, please do not hesitate to reach out directly to me. Thank you Scott Patrick Erdman General Manager
   

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    Cathy

    Milwaukee

    41 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on 27 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4

    Our food was exceptional. Our service was dismal. Our waitress poured our water, then disappeared for about a half hour.
    

    The EdisonResponded on 28 October 2024

    Hello Cathy, Thank you so much for choosing to dine with us at The Edison and for taking the time to share this important feedback. Please accept my sincere apologies with regard to the poor service you received. I will be speaking with our team to highlight the importance of timely and attentive service for all of our valued guests such as yourself. I am truly happy to hear the cuisine met expectations and I hope you will join us again so we may provide you with an experience on parr to our standards of service and hospitality. Thank you Cathy, best regards. Patrick Erdman General Manager
    

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