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    The Packing House

    3.9 (472 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Daniela K.

    A Perfect Milwaukee Night Out at The Packing House! We kicked off our night with old fashioneds and Prosecco, and right away the vibe was set. For appetizers, we shared the shrimp cocktail with nice big shrimp and a great cocktail sauce, and the crab stuffed mushrooms, which were absolutely unbelievable. Rich, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The complimentary rye bread alone deserves a shoutout. Warm, soft, and downright addictive. For dinner, we split the Friday fish fry and wow, the fish was spectacular. Perfectly crispy on the outside and flaky inside. The potato pancakes that came with it were the real surprise star. Golden, delicious, and the perfect pairing. We sat in the bar area, which was packed and buzzing with energy. The live band was wonderful and kept the atmosphere lively and lovely all evening. Such a great touch that made the experience feel extra special. From drinks to appetizers to dinner and entertainment, everything was top notch. A truly classic Milwaukee experience done right. We will definitely be back.

    Bar with live music
    Jim T.

    Got a recommendation to come. If you want the supper club vibes, this is a great choice. A wide ranging menu with plenty of choices. Even for vegetarians. For starters I had the soup of the day which was a creamy split pea soup. For the main, I chose the rib eye steak with baked potato. Service was on point. Relaxing atmosphere in the hands of a seasoned crew

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    Allie G.

    Went here with some friends who love this spot. Definitely a great Wisconsin restaurant! They had a great jazz band that was set up near the bar. We went on a Friday, so most of got the fish fry! Highly recommend the signature fish fry with cod. The batter was perfect. Their potato pancakes were perfectly crispy with delicious flavor! The kiddos got pasta and grilled cheese, both enjoyed by them. Our service is amazing, she was very in tune with how our kiddos were doing and when to get their order in. Cocktails were OK, I feel like just typical. Although, my friend loved her old fashioned! The espresso martini was too sweet and I prefer mine to not be milky. Overall, I recommend this spot and we will be back!

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    Sabrina I.

    Came here for the first time to celebrate my cousin's birthday. The ambiance inside was surprisingly pretty--not what you'd expect from the exterior. They had plenty of tables, but the seating felt a bit cramped due to the poles in the infrastructure. We started with appetizers--the mozzarella sticks were tasty, though I didn't try the other options. For my meal, I had the small French onion soup, which was rich and flavorful with perfectly melted, thick cheese. I also ordered the Caesar salad with chicken and added anchovies for an extra $1.50. The chicken was flavorful and not dry, which was a plus, but the salad itself was oddly cold. The bread at the table was fresh and paired nicely with the soup. My cousin's steak was cooked perfectly to a medium pink, but another cousin's steak, which was supposed to be more cooked, came out too red. The overall service was good, though it took a little over two hours to finish our meal, which felt a bit long. Overall, it was an okay experience. I'd be open to coming back to try other options, but it didn't blow me away.

    Classic Club Sandwich was great for lunch!
    Joe S.

    A coworker and I had some time to kill before a flight, so we hit this place up just around the corner for lunch. It had an excellent atmosphere and reminded me of an old school classic restaurant. It was cold outside and the french onion soup sounded like it would hit the spot, and it did! Wow, had great flavor and lots of cheese! Delicious and I'd probably get it again on a hot day (does it even get hot in Milwaukee?) I was looking for "safe" food before a flight so I got the club and it was well made and fresh and delicious! The fries were good too even though they look lifeless in the picture. Overall, a great meal, but don't try and get in and out too quick as it is a little more laid back than a Chick Fil A, but probably not as slow as a Popeye's.

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    Tarik B.

    We took my very pick in-laws for a Friday fish fry a few days ago and we got zero complaints out of them. Everything was excellent, service was top notch as always.

    Dinner bread and asparagus
    John C.

    I'd been looking for a Wisconsin supper club for a while. I was planning to go to the Milwaukee horror fest so i tried making reservations at the Jackson grill for that evening. Was told I needed to make them at least a week in advance so that was that. Turned out, the Packing house was less than 2 miles from the horror convention. Made the reservation for 4pm, right when they opened. We arrived at 3:55, so we went into the bar while they prepared our table. I got a Wisconsin old fashioned, and it was pretty darn good. My wife just got water, as she was the designated driver in case I got several more old fashioned drinks. When seated , I ordered the rib-eye with mashed potatoes. And a side of asparagus. I got a Caesar salad as well. Also got a bowl of the beef barley soup. My impressions? Oh my Gosh, everything was great! The soup was very hearty and flavorful, the salad was crisp and cold, the steak was perfectly seasoned and cooked, and the mashed potatoes were simply delicious. I wanted to take home a doggy bag, but my tummy had other plans. So 5 stars all around. My wife order veal with a hollandaise sauce, with mashed potatoes and asparagus. The veal also came with crab meat. I did not care for her meal. She felt the veal was too chewy and not crispy enough. The mashed potatoes were lukewarm warm. She did like the salad and asparagus. We shared a slice of the banana cream pie afterward. That was outstanding. The bill was around $130, which she thought was overpriced. I loved my meal, so the average rating was hence, 4 stars.

    Perch Fish Fry with clam chowder
    Liz A.

    A few years have gone by since my last perch fish fry here. Happy to report that not only is it still good but u think it's better! Three (large) pieces of perch, lightly breaded and delicious. I upgraded my fries to potato pancakes which were better than I remembered. I live a salted marble rye bread. The fish fries come with clam chowder soup. A good to know, they take reservations on Fridays if your group is 5 or less. I discovered this when I called this afternoon and was able to snag a reservation for tonight. The parking lot fills up quickly and the design is not great. When the fish fry drive thru is open, the three spots by the drive thru line are pretty much useless because it is hard to back up with that line. Staff were friendly and efficient.

    Bacon wrapped water chestnuts
    Amaly K.

    My fiancé and I come here for most celebrations such as anniversaries and Valentine's Day. This day (our fifth visit overall) we came for an early birthday celebration for me. I always order the boneless ribeye and she never fails to disappoint! The onion strings that it comes with is my absolute favorite and I love that you can order them as a starter but we decided with the bacon wrapped water chestnuts instead. I absolutely love taking some bread and dipping it in the glaze, it's a game changer. Service was quick despite it being a busy Friday night, everyone was attentive and the food came out quickly. They also had live music playing in the bar which we enjoyed. Can't wait to come back again!

    Torrie B.

    Another great experience at The Packing House. We arrived around 5pm on a snowy Thursday night. Just missed happy hour, so will try to arrive earlier next time. The apps and drinks were perfect, service was excellent, and the ambiance was comfortable and classy. Thanks for making our Galentine's night special.

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    Great food and service. I would definitely go back with my family and wife to experience this classic supper club in the heart of cudahay

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