Quiet setting with Great food and wonderful service Nice…read moremenu options and drinks Easy parking

Atmosphere: Cute little place located in a cluster of small buildings/shops. There is a lot of…read morenatural lighting in here. It's a wide open space so during busy hours it is quite loud. They have ample bar seating and table seating. Decent amount of parking. The elevator right when you enter takes you down to the bathroom, I didn't use them so I'm not sure on cleanliness. The actual restaurant itself was very clean. Service: They have a method set up where you have multiple people assisting you throughout the entire experience. Someone to bring waters, someone to take your order and bring the check, people to bring out food. Everyone was friendly and we had our water glasses refilled once. Food: The food was okay. I'm really torn on the experience because some reviews said the food was over seasoned but ours was a weird mix. Appetizers- The cheese curds were so tiny (they were smaller than my thumb nail) that all you tasted was batter and salt. The lobster bisque was really over seasoned and it needed acid (fresh lemon wedge on the side would have been nice). It was super rich which is expected but it needed something to break it up. I think they tried doing that with the creme fraiche on top but it didn't work. Entrees- I had the lobster cobb salad and my partner had the lobster rolls. The lobster rolls were super tiny so they were still hungry when they left and there wasn't much flavor or filling. The french fries were decent, probably the best part of the meal. The lobster cobb salad was so bland. Whatever dressing they had on the lettuce tasted of just avocado, which doesn't have a lot of flavor. The lobster itself was sweet in flavor but the cooking of it felt off, it was stringy? I ended up leaving most of the salad on my plate. I'm thinking we just ordered the wrong items off of the menu based off of other reviews. But it's quite a long drive for us to come here so I can't see us going out of our way to come back.

We got there late on Saturday night. They held the restaurant open for us. We are so appreciative…read moreas the food was outstanding!!! Two of us got the filet which was excellent. One of us got the Walleye which was also outstanding. The desserts were great! I will return to this restaurant the next time I am in Oshkosh. It is outstanding!

Some of the best gnocci I have ever had. Very soft and pillowy. Very apparent that it was homemade…read more Appetizers were fine- didn't get a picture. Same with drinks. Definitely get the pasta if you come here- cool front area with a large range of alcohol for purchase as well Service was not the best. I've been before with better service

Food, atmosphere and service all exceeded our expectations. It was exceptional. Highly recommend…read morethem!

Walking into Author's Kitchen + Bar in Appleton, WI feels like stepping into a warm memory. The…read moremoment we opened the door, the creak of the original wooden floors greeted us alongside the cheerful hum of a bustling kitchen. Laughter rang from somewhere behind the counter, a sound that immediately set the tone for a visit rooted in hospitality and heart. Kailin welcomed us with a smile that matched the inviting aroma wafting from the kitchen. After guiding us to our table, we settled into the comfort of the cozy dining room, accompanied by the subtle percussion of footsteps on those charming old floors. Within moments, our server appeared, effortlessly balancing warmth and efficiency as they presented a glass of fresh-brewed iced tea, beads of condensation catching the afternoon light, and a steaming mug of coffee rich with the scent of roasted beans. We began our lunch with a bowl of tomato cream soup. It arrived piping hot, its vibrant color promising comfort. The first spoonful delivered on that promise: velvety and rich, with a gentle heat balanced by a quiet sweetness, each bite coating the palate in layers of flavor. Before we could fully finish savoring the soup, our empanadas made their entrance. Today's lineup included cheese and quinoa, chicken and cheese, and beef. The empanadas were a feast for the senses--golden, flaky crusts that crunched delicately beneath the fork, releasing steam fragrant with seasoned fillings. Each bite was a perfect contrast of textures: the crisp pastry giving way to molten, well-seasoned centers. The trio of sauces elevated the experience--the truffle aioli luxuriously earthy, the tomato cream sauce echoing the soup's comforting warmth, and a third option adding a playful zip. From the first creak of the floorboards to the last satisfying bite, the meal at Author's was a five-star journey. It wasn't just service; it was service from the heart, guided by intuition and a genuine love for the craft. In a world of transactional dining, Author's stands apart as an experience where every sensory detail is curated with care.

Years ago we relocated to Oshkosh from a much larger city…read more My husband is Italian. To our disappointment we could not find true Italian restaurant with authentic Italian cuisine. So needless to say we were elated when we first heard about the opening of The Truffle Pig. Almost a year later, after the initial opening, we have made the Truffle Pig our restaurant of choice in the Fox Valley region. Reasons: Friendly and hospitable Maitre de'hotel (Master of the House). Knowledgeable and accommodating wait staff. Staff are educated on the origins and preparation of Italian cuisine. The Grand Chef-Ottimo ! As for the cuisine, I recommend the Caesar Salad and Sea Bass. My husband enjoys the Spaghettoni Cacio e Pepe (served table side) and The Fiorentina. Oh yes, I also recommend the Risotto, which is always a treat. The beverage list is extensive. If you are looking for a truly Italian experience, then this is it. Thanks for reading !

I visited this restaurant last week with friends…read more Located in a historical downtown Oshkosh building, it has an upscale feel. However, I found it to be very loud as a result of the high ceiling and open dining room. There are several other areas within the restaurant which can be closed off and would definitely not magnify the voices of the many people dining in the establishment. We had reservations and were seated promptly upon our arrival. I arrived somewhat bothered as I had learned that had we not been able to find a third couple to join us, we would have been charged $25 a piece for our friends who could not come due to illness. In Oshkosh, I find this policy off putting; as it certainly isn't a metropolitan market. The table we were sat at made any kind of conversation amongst our group difficult. Our group was six and the table was too large. It had chairs on three sides and a couch on the other. Given an opportunity, I'd have liked a booth or a regular table. Our service was good. However, we were billed as a group without an offer of being billed by couple. Definitely not the fault of our servers, but another thing I didn't appreciate. Throughout the meal, servers were very timely in returning to the table to accommodate our party. Drinks, appetizers and salads were all very good. My dining partner had Lasagna Bolognese. It was a nice sized portion. However, it lacked flavor. I had the casoncelli alla bergamasca. It was very salty but was nice sized and matched the description in the menu. Another dining partner had spaghettoni cacio e pepe prepared tableside. The other diners did not comment on their food, which led me to believe it was just okay. The only dining partner raving about their food was our friend who had the grilled yellowfin tuna. I was able to sample a bite and agreed it was excellent. We finished our meal with a nice crème brûlée dessert. Overall, it was nice. Much too pricey to make it a regular dining spot for me; however, it seemed like a place appropriate of a special occasion meal.

One of the best meals since we moved to Green Bay. We were looking for some place a little fun and…read morefunky and I believe we found it. The drinks were really good. My daughter had a pomegranate margarita and it was very tasty. Not a huge wine selection but definitely something for everyone. The mushroom crab app reminded us of the east coast and made us miss the crab for sure! The scallop pasta had small but well cooked scallops that were not over cooked and very tasty. The chicken parm was tender and had a great flavor. We look forward to visiting again. Great atmosphere and attentive service

Stopped for lunch because trip advisor rated this the #1 restaurant in Green Bay. Happily there are…read moremany healthy options & fresh salads. There was lots of free parking in front. We were seated immediately and our food came out pretty quickly. Emma, our waitress was personable, efficient and friendly. I ordered the mandarin tuna salad & husband the Tuscany chicken sandwich with roasted potatoes. Lunch portions were huge, very generous, and everything was delicious.

great food, cute POTATO bar next to salad bar. Large steaks cooked to perfection. Staff was polite…read moreand friendly. Probably would be crowded but we went at 4ish

My husband and I are on a mission this summer, searching for the best Friday Fish Fry near us…read more After 10 Friday meals, Cattails is leading the way. The place is newer and very comfortable with a great bar, if you need to wait a bit for your table. We waited only 10 minutes and we did not mind. At all. A cut WAY above the rest are the Classic Old Fashioneds, served the way they should be -- heavy on your choice of bourbon and very light on the soda. (Definitely NOT Wisconsin Style.) I had a smoked Old Fashioned that was one of the best I've ever had! But the meal got better! A salad bar is not a requirement for a fish fry, but it sure goes a long way. Fresh, tasty, and a great way to start the meal. We both ordered the perch. I had a baked potato side and he had the fries. Best perch we've had -- light on breading, hot and not oily at all. Service was excellent and we decided to have a second Old Fashioned back in the bar for dessert. We'll be back!

Service was great, had an excellent dopplebock beer to go with my meal. I had the sampler platter…read morewith red cabbage and enjoyed every bite. I will be returning soon!

I struggled with this review. The food was very good, one of us had schnitzel and the other…read morecouple pork shank along with spaetzel. All were very good and done to perfection. The ambiance? Ok. We sat up front and having dinner the music was so loud we couldn't really talk and had to keep asking what each other said. I asked our waitress 3 times if they could turn it down just a little and she was very sweet about it and said yet but nothing changed...at all. It was almost like the bartender was enjoying 'his' music and he was going to do as he wanted. That is fine but if it comes to the detriment of your guests then that is a problem. Lastly, the drinks were really bad. One person got a beer and it was fine but I ordered a whiskey sour and it tasted like sprite, all sweet, hardly any background whiskey flavor and no foam and it was in a beer glass. One of us ordered a martini...really bad. Gin and tonic, horrible. She asked for a second one (we didn't ask to replace it, we were willing to pay for both) and she asked to have a smaller drink with less tonic by half...came exactly like the first one in a large glass. We paid for all. The bartender obviously was doing his own thing. No problem. Won't see us again.

Love their perch and the small, intimate dining room. Nothing fancy here,just good food at…read morereasonable prices.

Local bar atmosphere with incredible food, huge portions that simply are the best in the area!…read more Highly highly recommended!!