This is a very fine Greek establishment. The room is small and unpretentious, perhaps a sentimental reference to a small Greek eatery on the Mediterranean Sea. We were surprised to find it comparatively empty for a Friday evening, thinking, "is something wrong with the food here?" We ordered dolmades which were perfect and were given an extra portion because we liked them so much. We then ordered the Athenian Chicken which was succulent and delicious, oozing delicious, fresh lemon-herb taste. Service was friendly and attentive. Lamb dishes and other specialties run the gamut. So what's wrong with you, Milwaukee? If you just want great Greek food at great prices, check Ouzo's out. opa! You won't be sorry. read more

I am giving four stars because the waitress was phenomenal! The food, was just ok. I had the tuna and basically had to cover it in tzatziki sauce to take away from the fishy taste. Not fresh at all. read more

Came here for lunch and had the worst experience. Waited over an hour for our food, had to take it in to go boxes because didn't even have time to eat it. Got my box and half of the food was missing. Waitress shrugged her shoulders and told me they were out of food I ordered? Umm, thanks - already paid. Waited another 10 mins for extra food. Just awful customer service. How do you run a biz downtown without being able to serve lunch in a timely manner? Don't get me started on the dry chicken kabobs I ordered.....the quality is a whole different post. I ended up throwing most of my food away. read more

I've been here a couple times and almost all for take-out. They have a great traditional Greek salad that I recommend.

Even though the food that actually made it to our table was good and was ultimately comped the terrible service and lack of professionalism prevents me from giving this place a 2nd star. Please, read on. We went on a Tuesday afternoon, the place was empty... too empty. Thought, "no big deal, we'll get great service" That's what I get for thinking. Our server was a little unkempt and VERY aloof. That kind of I-GUESS-I-can-help-you-since-I-DO-work-here attitude. She had zero menu recommendations and made no friendly chatter. Not even the expected/required server introduction. I ordered an ice tea which was warm and watered down. We ordered an appetizer platter and took some time to decide on the entrees. After about 10 minutes (about the time the app should have arrived) the server informed us that they were out of the meatball (forget the name) part of the platter... no biggie, just replace those items with more domolades. My fiancé ordered the moussaka and I got the spanakopita... Everything on the platter was very good. Our entrees arrived WELL after we were finished with the appetizer... I was on the verge of saying something when they finally did arrive. Only then did our server refill our drinks and I'm convinced she wouldn't have if I hadn't mentioned something. So we're about to start eating and my fiancé says "this isn't what I ordered, this is not moussaka". She was right, it was pastitso. We immediately called the server over and showed her the mistake, even suggested maybe she had misheard us... she had the audacity to ask my fiancé "is that alright? do you wanna try and eat that"... My fiancé replied, "not really, I would like what I ordered". The server left and returned about 5 minutes later to tell us that " we were really busy today for lunch and we are out of moussaka, the cook is preparing some now". So I ask "well are there any entrées that are quick" (hoping she would suggest something that my fiancé might enjoy)... she says "not really"... so I suggest the Mediterranean Medley (as it was a toss up between that and the Moussaka for my fiancé during the menu review)... The server quickly spoke up and told us they were out of calamari... So that makes THREE ITEMS they were out of to which she made NO MENTION of when we arrived. Now extremely frustrated I say "well what do you suggest she eats"? Still UNAFFECTED by the situation the server says something again about being really busy during lunch and basically tells us that all hope is lost. She says "I'll call the owner and see what he thinks I should do or if he'll come talk to you guys" I was about to say "Unless he comes with a suitable entrée, don't bother" but I didn't get the chance... she was off and on the phone to the owner in a flash. She came back and said (seemingly very annoyed by the convo) "well he won't come down so I'm just gonna comp all your food". WHATEVER! Absolutely terrible that they wouldn't try to make my fiancé happy... My suggestion to the owner (even though I'll never be back) is to get an 86ed board! Teach your employees how to read and communicate to the customers what is currently listed on the board. Also, if the 86ed board gets to be 40% the size of your menu... TURN OFF THE LIGHTS AND SHUT THE DOORS! read more

I want this place to be better. It's convenient and I love Mediterranean food. But, it's ordinary. How can anyone make souvlaki without lemon juice? No spark. Even the salad was ordinary. Lots of lettuce and not much of anything else for $3.50. Cozy space and friendly staff. 2 high steps to get in the door. No handrail. read more

Great service and huge amount of good food for the price. Our waiter was very friendly, and the interior design was quite special. We really enjoyed the Greek wine selections too. We will be back! read more

Out of towner here whose flight home was canceled, giving me an extra night in MKE. This place is fabulous if you're looking for quality food at ridiculously low prices. The gyro is enough to feed two people...at a whopping price of $6! Honestly I would've paid double that and still given an excellent review. The Greek salad was also enormous and delicious. Looking forward to my next trip here so I can go back to Ouzo! read more

My personal favorite is sautéed vegetables with chicken and rice. It's not on the menu, but the friendly staff will make it for you. Also if you like trying new things then be sure to order saganaki and you won't be disappointed by the taste or the presentation. read more

Absolute best gyro in town, hands down!!! The menu is very authentic and done extremely well. The chef shows true talent in Greek cuisine and not only the gyro is outstanding, but the rest of the menu as well! Please save yourselves time from going anywhere else. Ouzo is a true gem in the city of Milwaukee! read more

Prices and taste A++. I usually have my meals modified a bit and they always listen to my needs. Portions are generous and inexpensive.

My wife and I had been looking for a good Greek restaurant and we had read some good reviews about Ouzo. We went there on a Saturday evening and the place was almost completely empty. This should have been a clue. My wife ordered the beef shish kabobs and Greek potatoes. I ordered the Greek sampler platter. All the food was served cold. The beef kabobs were just beef and onions. The beef would have been more appropriate being used to make shoes as it was so tough. The gyro on my platter was just reheated and burnt,along with spanakopita. What a disappointment. We have had much better Greek food at fast food places and not spent $60.00(That included two '"small" glasses of wine) read more

Impeccable service and great food! Hands down the best place to get good Greek food in Milwaukee. Great place to go for lunch and late night food after bar close. You won't regret going here. I promise! read more

The Atmosphere and inside decorating is very nice and charming, there was no wait at all for us and we were one of the only 2 tables of guests,drinks were perfectly made and the food was one of the best I have had and was quickly served To perfection. I have to rate this as a whole becase the waitress was slow,she didnt check up on us and we had to ask for drinks,water,sauces while she was behind the bar. Seemed a little more content on her celluar device. read more

We went in at a quiet time, a Wednesday night. Great service, quick and attentive. We ordered the Saganaki, which was delicious and came with a large side of pita bread. I had the Greek salad with chicken and my partner had the Spicy Chicken Souvlaki with the Greek fries. The portions were large and everything was delicious. We will definitely be back! read more

The food is great, however, the server was not the friendliest. He was pretty much a jerk. The management should reconsider staffing someone so rude. read more

We are located close to Ouzo and originally loved their food. Our office gets carryouts and half the time the order is wrong. Either the fries and potatoes are missing or the gyro meat is burned, etc. Today when we called to complain, they said their phones were bad and they are getting a new system. We would love to provide them with business but something is wrong here. When we went to pick up the order, the place was empty and it was noon. Maybe everyone else has figured out that Ouzo needs major work or a new staff! Maybe it will be worth a drive to Oakland Gyros for better service and food. read more

I can not say enough great things about Ouzo Cafe! The food is absolutely delicious! I'm from out of town and have to eat here every time I'm in town. From the sagakani and octopus, to the pastitso and gyros, it is so good. The bechamel sauce on the pastitsos is the most pillowy, scrumptious cheese I have ever tasted! If you are in Milwaukee, you have to stop by. The food is delicious and the service and atmosphere can't be beat. Thank you Ouzo, for the deliciousness! read more

I just ate here for the first time today as a birthday treat, and really enjoyed the ambiance (looked like they were actually trying to copy from Apollo Cafe in a kind of abstract way)... However, the service was indifferent, and the brick walls of the place enforce a certain volume to conversations. On top of which, while the dolmades were decent, the rice was a little overly saturated, so had become more mushed together with the beef mixture than I really like. They do offer a much broader range of desserts here than I've seen in other Greek establishments, and the one I had (custard baked in phyllo dough and drizzled with honey and cinnamon) was scrumptious. Their iced tea was also obviously specially brewed, and had a hint of lemon flavor to it, though it did not come with the ubiquitous lemon slice as garnish. So the food was decent enough to give the place another chance; I just don't think I'll repeat on the dolmades here. read more

I love saganaki and it's the greatest here!!!! I recommend the lamb chops. They r on point.

I ate at this restaurant last Friday with a friend. I was actually going to Catch22 right next door, however there was this beautiful belle (Afrikan American young lady) which I later found out that she was a waitress at Ouzo. She told me all about Cath22's hours and that they were not opening till later on at 4pm. She was very nice, and even offered to have me at their restaurant for lunch if I so wished. She kept a conversation going with me while she was updating their sign-board outside on the street and offered me to sit on their side of the restaurant seeing Catch22 was closed. Finally, my friend showed up and she waited on us. she was a very respectful young lady - she checked on us frequently offering water refills and all. I loved the gyro that I ordered, the food was fresh and delicious. I would recommend anyone to go to this place if you want some homely service and great greek cuisine...oh! one more thing - the art in the place, even in the lavatory is amazing....teleios!!! read more

My wife and I tried Ouzo Cafe for the first time tonight. When taking our drink order I asked the waiter/cook/bartender/bus boy which Greek beer he would recommend. I took him up on his suggestion. Five minutes later he informed they were out of all of their Greek beer. I ordered his suggestion for Greek white wine. It was tasty. While waiting for our food, I went to the mens room. Lesson learned; check for paper towels before washing your hands. My wife ordered the chicken shish kebob. This consisted or one skewer with three small pieces of very overcooked chicken, two pieces of green pepper and a blackened piece of something that we think was an onion slice. I ordered the Mediterranean Medley. This consisted of 5 medium sized shrimp that were "pan seared" to a point that they were now 5 very small shrimp. The Medley included Calamari that was breaded and very over deep fried .I have better in a sports bar. The Medley also came with one small piece of, according to the menu,"must try"octopus. This was so black and over cooked, I still have no idea what octopus tastes like. I did order another glass of the tasty wine as the food was being served. After going into the back room the waiter/cook/bartender/bus boy opened a fresh bottle, brought it to the table and poured me a nice glass of warm, room temperature white wine; not tasty now. When the bill came, I didn't even bother to ask why each meal was a dollar more than listed on the menu. The one star is because the waiter/cook/bartender/bus boy was working very hard. We won't be giving Ouzo Cafe another chance. read more

A great find in Milwaukee! We were there over Valentine's Day, so they were a bit swamped...and harried..but.. the food was excellent. The Greek Feast is a great combination. Saganaki was outstanding...a little ding -- how about some fresh Greek bread? On the other side of the coin, they do know when they're not A+ -- and compensated with comped Greek Coffee.... Want to start off great? Order a Zorbatini! Oppa! read more

Ouzo Cafe has the best Greek food in Milwaukee! I had the Schrimp Souvlaki, and it blew me away. This place needs more people to enjoy this quality of food. Try Ouzo Cafe, and you will not be disappointed at all. read more

This restaurant is the best Greek place ever the steak gyro was amazing and the fried cheese comes out to your table and the waiter/waitress lights it on fire so cool I'm always coming back to this place !!! read more

We had dinner at Ouzo Café last night and it was spectacular! We had the Keftedes Meatballs as an app, and the Athenian Chicken and Tuna Shish Kabobs for entrees. Everything was prepared to perfection. It was one of the best meals we have had in a long time! We also enjoyed the conversation with out bartender/waiter. Thanks for a great dinner. We will be back. read more

For location and hours Ouzo ranks among my top places to visit when I get back to Milwaukee. Service is attentive, but I usually get takeout or order from the counter late-night. Spanakopita is awesome. The Zeus is not to be missed. The tzaziki is homemade and not watered down. Will definitely be back! read more

We took our daughter here. She is a student at Marquette University. It was not a good experience. We ordered the Greek Feast, a combination platter, and they were out of two of the dishes. There was only one other table occupied in the restaurant at 6:00 at night. I then tried to order the Tuna Souvlaki and they were out of tuna. My husband ordered the rice pilaf as his side dish and the waiter came back and said that the other couple just got the last two servings of rice. The food we had was adequate but the service was terrible. We will not be returning. read more