Tre Rivali remains up there with one of my absolute favorite restaurants in Milwaukee. I always rec…read moreit to people, and always enjoy the occasions I dine in. The inside is so well done, from the design and decor to the furniture and overall atmosphere. Love their large dining room, and the curved bar closer to the entryway. Visually all very nice. Recently, I dined outside for the first time ever though and that was also lovely. Patio sits among the hustle and bustle of the Third Ward. My husband and I ordered drinks first. He got the fig old fashioned-of course I tried it- and it was delightful. I'm a big martini fan so I went with their signature, made with gin, and garnished with feta-stuffed olives. I mean yesss x10. As if those olives weren't enough, we ordered the olive dish from the shareables menu, along with the whipped feta. That came with roasted grapes, pistachio, pomegranate, and mint. Talk about flavorful! They get ya on having to order an extra serving of pita bread though. From the mains we had the seared scallops with ricotta dumplings, along with the woodfire grilled hanger steak, all to share. More bold flavors, more happiness with our choices! Ended the meal with a well-made espresso martini. I've not met a dish I don't like here, and the overall dining experience is worth the price.

Stopped in here on a Saturday in June for a quick, early dinner before a concert. The patio is…read morebeautiful, sunny and comfortable, and the restaurant is part of the Kimpton Journeyman hotel. We had low expectations for a hotel restaurant, but Tre Rivali stands head and shoulders above typical hotel offerings. Service was friendly and staff was helpful and gave great recommendations on which dishes would be fastest. The Lamb Kawarma was absolutely delicious - fresh, tasty and quite filling for 2 people to share as a light dinner (we added a side salad). Getting the check delayed us a little, as our server disappeared and no one else wanted to take over her table. However, we'd definitely go again - but with a little more time to enjoy the food and ambiance.

Love this place!! The family who owns it is very nice, helpful, and they are Zabiha Halal. They…read morehave a pretty wide menu and is a great example of Mediterranean food done right. Located on Water St, street parking is available, but availability of course fluctuates. The interior is very clean and they have plenty of seating.

My friend suggested this place for dinner and it was delicious! We were seated pretty quick and…read moregiven menus. Once we decided on what we would like to order, we headed to the kiosk at the front and ordered, then waited for our food to arrive at the table. Our server was very sweet and helped answer any questions we had about the paper menu vs the online menu. The restaurant was decorated nicely and simple. There were sittings by the door, throughout the walk way and booths towards the end of the restaurant. They had the whole menu displayed behind the counter and a few of the desserts as well. We ordered the appetizer platter; which allowed us to choose three apps two try. My friend and I chose the falafel, grape leaves, and baba ghonush (which is served with 8 triangle pieces of pita bread). I got the kofte special wrap and my friend got the beef kebab wrap. Everything we got was amazing! The wrap was also nicely toasted on the outside, which gave it such an amazing texture. The combination of the char-grilled kofta with the vegetables inside was so good! Just thinking of it makes me want to go and grab another one. It was not dry and was honestly pretty filling. Very excited to go back and try other item!

With short notice, the staff accommodated a special request for my reservation and went above and…read morebeyond to making my parents feel very special on their 50th wedding anniversary. They raved about the food the whole time as well as the service. This is our special occasion spot and it never disappoints.

Let me start by saying I am not the type of guy to go out of my way to leave a review, but this one…read moreis well deserved. We had an Absolutely Outstanding Experience. My partner and I walked in planning to grab nothing more than a coffee and bakery, but thanks to the bartender, Kimberly, we ended up staying and having the brunch special. Honestly, we are so glad we did. From the moment we sat down, she pulled us into an unexpectedly engaging, genuinely thoughtful conversation. Not the usual run-of-the-mill small talk, but real, intellectual back-and-forth that made us feel like we were catching up with an old friend. What stood out even more was how highly she spoke of the owners and her coworkers. You could tell she wasn't just reciting lines-she truly respects the people she works with and for, and that kind of pride shows in the atmosphere of the whole place. And yes, through some amazing visual descriptions, she convinced us - two guys who were only stopping for caffeine and sweets - to order brunch. Zero regrets. Her enthusiasm was contagious, and the food absolutely lived up to her hype. A memorable experience from start to finish. We highly recommend stopping in...even if you think you're "just getting something simple."

We tend to come here when my parents visit bc it is a favorite of my in-laws. The food is ALWAYS…read moretop notch & fresh. The regular size Family Platter is easily enough for 7 people, even 6 if they're all hungry men. So did a family this is amazing deal. The chicken is phenomenal. The pita is perfection.

Great food and great service! My favorite is the mixed grill, the meat is always tender and juicy,…read morethe rice is always well seasoned and cooked just right. The lentil soup and the hummus with the fresh bread is a must have.

Their new location is on S 13th Street, only a little ways from Layton. There are still lots of…read morepictures from their old location on Layton, but as of April 2025, they are inside Rayan Market & Restaurant, a Middle Eastern market (see pictures). It is a small family owned business, and mother cooks all the food. It's only been a month since they moved here from Layton, so they don't have a sign yet, but just go in to the Rayan super market, and navigate yourself to the back of the building. They do have a table off to the side inside the market if you're in a pinch and need to eat there, but I'd recommend taking the food to go. The family is friendly, and if you aren't too familiar with Mediterranean food, they will help you navigate their menu items. They have 2 types of rice. One is a smoked rice (first time I tried it, and it was good!), and the other one is cinnamon. I didn't care for the latter, but the smoked rice was delicious. I was only going to try a bite or two, but I ended up kicking myself off of keto and ate a whole bowl. Chicken special - with rice and salad Salad was a small portion of very fresh lettuce, tomato and cucumber in light oil dressing. Chicken was a bit dry for my taste. They did have the chicken in a warmer plate (like the buffet style) and it must have been sitting there a while. The flavors were good, but the dryness was disappointing. The menu says "half chicken", but we got 2 pieces of thigh+drum. In a way that's good, cuz any breast meat would have been so much more dry. Lamb special - with rice and salad We ordered the cinnamon rice for this dish and the smoked one for the chicken dish. Like I said, the smoked rice was better for my palate. The lamb was delicious. It was falling off the bones, but it wasn't dry. We got 3 large chunks of lamb with bone and one little piece boneless. In both plates, our server piled the rice so high! I hope they don't go out of business giving so much rice! But I'm not complaining. Overall, the meal was delicious and I would definitely go again. I'd love to try some of their appetizers and other meat items.

I came here to do a Door Dash and the son of the owners was so nice I vowed to be back! Ambiamct…read moreis a bit dated but don't let that detur you! I brought my daughter and her boyfriend for lunch and it was amazing. I had the add on Half chicken and rice. Seriously enough to feed a family! We opted for the hummus which we all shared. My daughter had the chicken shawarma. There was so much food we had to take it home! Show this lovely family some love! They said most of their business is catering but I'm amazed the place isn't packed! Definitely on our list! The owners are awesome!

Nice place for a drink and to relax a bit. Very very nice staff, they were honestly the best part…read moreof our visit by far. There's a better selection of drinks when you go upstairs, or at least there was the day that we visited, which was during a street fest. The upstairs bartenders and the ones outside were all really friendly and we definitely felt like this was a place we could go back to and enjoy another few rounds.

Casablanca Brady Street has been a staple for my girlfriends and I for years even before the patio…read morewas built. We've always loved the happy hour, hookah, and food. We've enjoyed "sip and paints" here, New Year's Eve, when they offered brunch with crepes, and frequented when they had their vegetarian lunch buffet. Unfortunately, things have changed. 1. Atmosphere The décor hasn't changed. Still sleek, dimly lit, and romantic. The bathroom water wasn't working, and staff seemed aware of it when we mentioned it. How is that sanitary or up to code? Several of the chairs brought to our table were also broken, with bent legs a clear safety issue. It's typically packed on a Saturday like a dance club but it was nearly empty on a Saturday night which may be a reflection of our experience. 2. Service Our waitress was kind and attentive despite handling a large group, but the busboy was unprofessional. He started clearing plates while people were still eating and even asked my husband to reach across the table to hand over other guests' dishes. It made us feel rushed, even though the place wasn't busy. 3. Food My chicken shawarma was greasy, hard, sour, and unseasoned, almost as if the meat had gone bad. The potato balls were cut open which I've never seen and underwhelming. My husband and son's wings were over fried and tough, the spinach artichoke dip was clumpy and poorly blended, and others said the lamb chops were "okay." Honestly, the best thing I ate that night was the pita bread. 4. Overall Experience This used to be our go to for birthdays, Brady Street drag show viewing, and happy hour, but it's gone downhill. Between the sanitation issues, broken furniture, food quality, and rushed service, it no longer feels like "our spot". SO TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTION.... This was hard to write because I have so many great memories here and I wanted the experience to be better. Sadly, I won't be returning.

Great food at reasonable prices. I'd say it's the best Greek food in town. It's the only place…read morewhere I've seen Pastitsio (Greek Lasagna), and it's excellent. So was the rice I had with it. The rice flavored with tomato sauce and cinnamon was fantastic. My husband enjoyed his Spanakopita and potatoes with their hint of lemon. The attention to detail and the flavors the cooks bring out in all their dishes comes shining through. The service is great. The quality and taste of the food was as good or better than anything we tasted when we visited Athens last year. We drove from the near Northwest side and felt it was well worth the 20 minute trip, a trip we plan to make again in the near future.

Rude woman took my order over the phone, went to pickup said order and she asked my girlfriend if…read moreshe was "okay" for no apparent reason other than wanting to pay with card and cash. Been here a couple times and enjoy the food but won't be coming back due to the rude service. Came here for my birthday to pick up food and absolutely killed my vibe doing so.

Shawarma House - Milwaukee…read more Spicy Chicken Platter = 10/10 portion size Tender spicy chicken over seasoned rice Comes with 2 pita breads + creamy hummus Fresh side salad to balance it all out The chicken had a nice kick, the rice was flavorful, and the hummus with the pita was sooo good. Definitely one of those meals that fills you up and still leaves you with leftovers for later 5/5 Would absolutely order again when I'm craving something hearty, flavorful, and filling. Check out the full review on Instagram: @ratedbyaleena

The place is very nice (cool vibe) and the service was great. I guess I just not a shawarma guy…read more The food was good, but honestly I don't get the hype.