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    Viv P.

    Changed name or ownership, but what used to be Lovers Lane Buffet is now Waha Buffet. Nothing has changed and everything seems exactly the same. Had I not tried to look up the place on maps and gotten confused with not being able to find the name, would never have known anything had changed. Still has a nice hibachi and pho. All your staple Chinese buffet fare is there. Sometimes you just need to quench that hunger and they hit the spot. Oh, one thing did kind of change - the sushi selection was more mediocre than how I remembered. I remember at least eating a plate of sushi before, but while I did grab a few pieces, I couldn't see anything better than California rolls and very heavy rice at that. Wouldn't come for sushi. But Chinese, good.

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    Gene W.

    Only the name has changed....from what used to be Lovers Lane Buffet. Still a little simplistic, but you go to Chinese buffet for good, plentiful asian food and that's what you get here. Decor is standard meh dining room but warming tables are kept clean & regularly replenish. Wait staff are friendly and plates are promptly removed. If you like "krab," there's plenty of that in the sushi (I like the size of the sushi which is smallish), the salad bar, and in several entrees. At least a dozen assorted entrees, plus the usual deep-fried meats. Nice variety of fruits, desserts, buns, puddings, etc. Some items may dry up a bit but plenty of other options to choose from. There are also soup noodle & hibachi grill stations if you have specific cravings and time for a leisurely lunch (I didn't try this time). Worth the visit with good pricing (has senior discount), but drinks (e.g., soda) cost extra.

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    Scott W.

    It's a buffet, so I suppose you need to set your expectations. We love Asian cuisine and sushi, but would normally go to a sit down restaurant. Our lunch plans changed, so we ended up coming here for a quick lunch. The place is big inside, with two separate large rooms. The buffet is set up in the first room, with seating, and then there is an entirely separate room that is just for seating. It was busy when we arrived around 12:30 on a Friday. Lots of groups of people. We got seated right away. The buffet is large with lots of choices: fruits, hot entrees, baked fish, sushi, etc. Don't like any of those Asian choices? They even had pizza and garlic bread available. I tried many of the different items, and honestly, I was not impressed with any of them. Most of the fried items had too much breading. The fish was overcooked and bland. The sushi was mostly rice, with very little raw fish (but they had other veggie or cooked rolls). The cream cheese wontons were not bad, and some of the desserts were okay. I don't mind a buffet, but I was sincerely disappointed that most of the items were not that good. The lunch price is very reasonable, and I suppose, like the saying goes, "you get what you pay for." The service was very good, and our drinks and dirty plates were well attended to. Not a place that I'm likely to return to.

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    Melanie L.

    Literally the same as Lovers Lane Sushi and buffet, only the name has changed. Still plenty of hot food options as well as dessert and sushi. We recently stopped in on a Friday night, a little earlier than usual for dinner. It wasn't too busy yet and the staff were busy refilling the hot food stations with fresh items from the kitchen. Our waitress was on top of things with cleaning the empty plates and refilling drinks. For a buffet, they are one of the better establishments around. If you come at a busier time the food is more fresh, obviously. So depending on the hour your experience may be hit or miss. As was before, there's plenty of seating between the two dining areas. Even on really busy nights in the past, we've only waited 25 minutes at most. The turnover of tables is pretty quick.

    Kelsey J.

    The food is pretty average. But this is a fun spot where you can gather with a large group!

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    Amazing food and lots of selection. Place was clean and buffet was clean. Food was fresh and smelled as great as it tasted.

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    Absolutely awesome food and staff. Nice variety and the was very tasty . Would highly recommend this place.

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    Sandra's on the Park

    Sandra's on the Park

    3.8
    (167 reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$

    I came here with my wife, daughter, mom, dad, & in-laws for a nice Saturday dinner on a warm May…read moredinner. Luckily the patio was open & it was great weather plus we had a 2 month old with us so could make it easier to step out. Prices are a little steep for an area like Franklin/Greendale. Probably a "nice occasion" dinner than a once a week dinner. Anything with some sort of protein is at minimum $21. I got the Fried Perch Dinner. My dad got the Prime Rib. My wife got the Tenderloin Sandwich. The Prime Rib was massive, not awfully fatty but I wouldn't pay $45 for it but that is also bc I am frugal. However, if it was a special occasion then I'd splurge for it. Dinners come with a salad or soup, bread, potato, & zucchini & squash. This is alone why I didn't get one of the salads & instead got the fried perch. This was definitely 5* to me. Cooked great, great portions, & I love zucchini. I just think the cost on the whole menu is where I dock the point. If you're okay with $26 to $30 on a dinner then this is an A+ spot with high class decor & interior. Heck, even the kid's grilled cheese looked SUPERB!!! They use the bread in the picture & we joked that we wouldn't mind ordering that when we saw a family order two of them.

    I was excited to try Sandra's on the Park after discovering their connection to other local…read morefavorites. When I saw the location, I thought what a idilic setting to enjoy a Friday fish fry. On this particular Friday, we elected to sat outside and maybe should have known something was up when the hostess called us brave. Seemed weird but the patio was bustling with people all appearing to be having a good time. All I'll say is the website incredibly oversells the condition and setting of the patio. Online, everything looks well manicured and on point. In reality, their patio area is a mess. Weeds, both dead and alive are a plenty. Besides a few small hanging baskets, not many actual flowers brighten the patio space. Even the planters that were displayed highlight dead flowers. Oh what this space could be with a bit more attention. With regard to food, I ordered the perch fry. The pieces were so ginormous I mistook them for cod. I was assured it was perch. The breading was delicious and the fish flavor. The fries, sprinkled with Parmesan are ok. If I come back I may stick to the inside dining room since its decor outshines the outdoor space.

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    Calm before the Friday night storm for the fish fry
    Calm before the Friday night storm for the fish fry
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    Big flaky fish
    Commercial quality tarter sauce, fail

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    Commercial quality tarter sauce, fail
    Jin's Sushi Seafood & Bar

    Jin's Sushi Seafood & Bar

    4.1
    (266 reviews)
    2.9 mi
    $$

    I have been there twice for their all-you-can-eat lunch menu. Their sushi has been made very fresh…read moreand done exceptionally well. Their menu and options are fantastic. The menu caters to someone who can eat quite a bit as well as someone who is not able to eat that much. I felt the price was worth it in either circumstance. I will absolutely go back!

    Honestly, we were pretty disappointed in the AYCE lunch special we had today. When we first…read morearrived, one of our party members has allergies and as we informed the server and asked questions, I felt like the answers didn't make us feel confident about the safety of certain food choices. When we asked him to check the manufacturer label for dairy/egg, he said he "maybe could do that". That was a weird start. Our first round of orders were really disappointing. Our tempera and crab rangoons were soaked in oil and the oil tasted like it was old. We had to soak up the oil from the plate because you could see it dripping from the rangoon. The shrimp tempera was heavily breaded and super oily as well. I understand fried food is going to have a certain level of oil, but this didn't seem appetizing at all. Our Nigiri pieces came out and our fish was warm. Honestly, we mentioned something to our waiter and the response was that the rice was recently made so it was warm. That made us a bit skeptical. Overall our experience was not the best. The sushi was uneventful and didn't taste fresh. I was pretty disappointed and I rarely write a negative review. Jin's - honestly I hope you do better moving forward. This was a bummer.

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    Initial impression is lowered expectations. No Japanese customers or workers.
    Initial impression is lowered expectations. No Japanese customers or workers.
    Jin's Sushi Seafood & Bar
    Jin's Sushi Seafood & Bar

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    The Steakout

    The Steakout

    3.7
    (193 reviews)
    2.6 mi
    $$$

    I will start out by saying that the atmosphere of the restaurant was pleasant and inviting. The…read moreservice was exceptional. Dyna did a great job of taking care of my wife and myself. We both ordered steaks that were flavorfully seasoned and cooked as ordered. The only thing negative about our experience was the carrot cake. We were told that the cake was homemade so I decided to give it a try. I was disappointed when the dessert was brought to the table. The carrot cake was a small square that looked as though it was cut from a 9" x 13" pan. We were both expecting it to be a slice from a traditional layer cake. The cake tasted okay but I guess I expected it to be a bit more flavorful. Despite the disappointing dessert we plan on returning to the Steakout. The atmosphere, service, and flavorful steaks are worth another visit.

    The Steakout - Milwaukee, WI…read more If you're headed to Milwaukee, The Steakout is an absolute must. I eat steak at least once a week, both at home and at restaurants. At home, I know exactly what my family and I like. Ordering steak out is always a bit of a gamble. My husband usually avoids it because 1) we (well I) make great steak at home and 2) every other business meeting seems to happen at a steakhouse. The Steakout is the exception. This place was a solid 10/10 from start to finish. The Atlantic Salmon was an absolute masterpiece. Yes...even in the Midwest. Sushi-grade salmon, perfectly seared on the outside with a buttery medium-rare center. We almost ordered the walleye because, well, Wisconsin. Instead, we took a chance and were rewarded big time. Paired with a bright lemon aioli and served over a rich butter broth, every bite made us look at each other and say, "Okay...this was the right decision." Aside from finding a couple fish bones (because fish are, in fact, made of fish and bones), this dish was outstanding. Now let's talk Prime Rib. Prime rib and I have a complicated relationship. I see it on a menu and immediately think, "this is the one." Then about half the time I spend the rest of dinner wishing I'd ordered something else, like a trusty ribeye or NY Strip. Not here. The Steakout absolutely nailed it. Perfectly medium rare, juicy, flavorful, with a fantastic au jus, beautifully seared asparagus, and just the right thickness. Honestly, I don't know what they could've done better. I couldn't make anything up even if I tried! The French Onion Soup was another winner. Rich, cheesy, and exactly what you hope for when you order French onion soup. And because it's a true Midwest supper club, dinner started with a warm bread basket and a classic relish tray loaded with fresh vegetables, pickles, and olives. Honestly, I wish every restaurant still did this. Bring back relish trays! Of course, no great steak dinner ends without dessert. Even though we were absolutely stuffed, we ordered the tiramisu to go. "To go" lasted approximately five minutes. By the time we waddled to the car looking like Violet after her Willy Wonka blueberry fiasco, that tiramisu didn't stand a chance. Thankfully, we headed straight to Milwaukee's Summerfest afterward to walk off at least a few of the calories. Zero regrets. For the quality of food, the portions, and the overall experience, The Steakout is incredibly reasonably priced. If you're anywhere near Milwaukee, do yourself a favor and put this one at the top of your list.

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    Fire  pit where it all happens
    Fire pit where it all happens
    Shrimp - charred
    Shrimp - charred
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    Bass Bay Brewhouse

    Bass Bay Brewhouse

    3.8
    (381 reviews)
    3.8 mi
    $$

    Been here a bunch a times before. Even when it was the AudMar. It's located on the waterfront of…read moreBass Bay, which is part of Big Muskego Lake. During nice weather you can grab a seat outside and look over the water. They even provide pontoon rides during the warmer months (great way to enjoy a drink while you wait for your table). In the last several years they have gone through some significant renovations, especially with the outside seating areas. There is the restaurant on the first floor, and an event space on the second floor. Made 6:30 reservations for Wednesday for 4, and got right in. Had a table by the large windows that look for the patio and lake. Very pretty spot. Got greeted immediately by our server, who did a great job the entire evening. (thanks Laura). Got us water, took our drink order, along with an order for Onion Rings. The onion rings didn't take long, and they were excellent. Crispy with an interesting texture, hot, and served with a side of ranch (could have used more of that). The drinks were good, with the exception of one glass of a beer flight which was super flat, and was happily replaced by the server. For entrees we got: BLT, Blacked Fish Tacos (with extra bacon), Pesto Encrusted Salmon, and Salmon Power Salad. A note about the Pesto "Encrusted" Salmon. It's not really "encrusted", more like a scoop of pesto placed on top of the Salmon, and they finished under a broiler? Good but not what was expected. Didn't take that long for the food to arrive. It was all very good. The tacos were fresh, great flavor and hot. The fries that came with it, were NOT as not as I would like. Both grilled salmon entrees were also very good. The Power Bowl was excellent, with lots of fresh greens and other yummy add ins (goat cheese, blueberries, etc) A very good evening, with the exception of a couple of small hiccups.

    Updated: what happened tonight? Service was so negative and snarked Joel M made it awkward and…read moreuncomfortable for ordering food and drinks. Used to love this place but not coming back for quite awhile. Plenty of other lake restaurants around with better staff! Poor man's lobster x 3 people at our table if 7 was way overcooked and dry!

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    Great food. Great service. Fabulous view!
    Great food. Great service. Fabulous view!
    Bass Bay Brewhouse
    Great tasting desert waffle to top off a great meal

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    Great tasting desert waffle to top off a great meal
    King Crab Shack

    King Crab Shack

    2.7
    (37 reviews)
    5.9 mi

    Came here to celebrate my childhood best friend's birthday, and I'm so glad we did! We originally…read moretried a couple of other seafood spots, but they wouldn't seat our group with about an hour and a half left before closing. King Crab Shack was incredibly accommodating and let us make a reservation, which really saved the night. Walking in, I loved the coastal vibe. The fishing nets, nautical décor, wooden booths, and little crab details throughout the restaurant made it feel like you stepped into a seafood shack by the beach. It was clean, spacious, and had a fun atmosphere that fit the meal perfectly. One thing I thought was surprisingly clever was the vinyl bibs. Not only did they have an adorable crab printed on them, but they also had a pocket at the bottom to catch any seafood that inevitably falls while you're cracking shells. The gloves were a perfect touch too! It's a small detail, but it definitely came in handy! The menu had plenty of seafood options at different price points, whether you're looking for a smaller seafood boil or a feast for a group. We ordered two Combo #3s ($99.99 each), Combo #6 ($95.99), a pound of mussels ($18.99), and an extra order of snow crab clusters ($35.99). While seafood isn't cheap, the portions were generous, everything tasted fresh, and it felt like a fair value for the quality and amount of food we received (table of 5). One thing to keep in mind is that the combo meals have set seafood combinations, so there isn't much flexibility to mix and match items. It wasn't a dealbreaker for us, but it's something worth knowing if you're hoping to customize your combo boil. We all chose the Garlic Butter Crazy Cajun seasoning at a medium spice level, and I highly recommend it. The garlic butter gave everything a rich, buttery base while the Cajun seasoning layered in smoky, savory slices with just the right amount of heat. The medium spice definitely lets you know it's there, but it never overpowered the seafood. Instead, it built gradually and complemented the natural sweetness of the crab, lobster, shrimp, mussels, and crawfish. Every bite was coated in flavor, and we found ourselves dipping everything into the extra sauce. The seafood itself was fresh and cooked well. The snow crab legs were a little difficult to crack, but once you were able to dive in, it was packed with sweet tender meat. The lobster tails stayed juicy instead of becoming rubbery, the muscles were plump, and the shrimp had a fresh bite. The corn, potatoes, and sausage, and eggs soaked up all of that delicious seasoning and honestly became just as enjoyable as the seafood. I also wanted crawfish, but no one else at the table wanted to order a whole pound. After mentioning it to our server, they were kind enough to bring me a couple crawfish on the side instead of making me purchase an entire order. It was such a thoughtful gesture and really showed they cared about making our experience enjoyable. The only thing I'd love to see improved is the seafood tools. They provided crackers and scissors, but they weren't very effective and made getting into the crab legs and lobster more difficult than it needed to be. A sturdier cracker and sharper seafood scissors would make the experience much smoother. Between the welcoming staff, fun atmosphere, fresh seafood, flavorful seasoning, and thoughtful customer service, this was a great place to celebrate a special occasion. I'd definitely come back the next time I'm craving a seafood boil.

    Not as good as the other Vietnamese-Cajun seafood boils, though just as expensive. They often make…read moremistakes in orders, but I keep coming back because there really isn't much competition for this sort of seafood in town. There is a much better place in Madison. It's generally pretty clean, the service is okay outside of the errors I mentioned.

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    King Crab Shack
    King Crab Shack
    King Crab Shack

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    Diamond Jim's Steakhouse

    Diamond Jim's Steakhouse

    3.6
    (101 reviews)
    1.0 mi

    Every time I am visiting my family in Wi I try and make it to this place! I love it! I have had…read moresome of my best memories there celebrating my Grams birthday when we shared the delicious banana cream pie, with my brother and sister recently for my sister's 50th birthday, sadly when my father passed away my love and I went there for a nice quiet dinner at the bar and the music that was playing my mom and dad would play on our stereo. Bittersweet. The decor is so cozy and pretty. Feels like home. The service and food are always absolutely perfect! Can't wait to go back and make more memories and have that delicious food! The bartenders are always fantastic!

    A little on the pricey side, not a big menu selection. However the food was cooked properly,…read moreservice was excellent and they don't charge a garbage fee for using credit cards. We went on a Thursday night and still needed to wait 40 minutes for a table. I didn't expect that since this place is a bit off the main corridor. I had been here several times, but my last visit was probably 8-10 years ago. I always forget about it since, like I said, it's off the Hales Corners corridor of Hwy 100, and a little too far east on Janesville Rd from main Muskego corridor. The place hasn't changed a bit on the inside. Still a semi-formal interior with plenty of seating in both the dining room and bar area. It can be a little loud when full, and having a conversation with my husband was quite difficult. That's a pretty typical experience in these older buildings though. Just something to keep in mind if you're looking for a quiet dinner location. I ordered salmon, my husband ordered a steak. We both had soup as a starter along with a relish tray and bread - both of which seem to be unlimited. I thought my salmon was cooked perfectly, though my mashed potatoes were watery tasting. My husband thought the same of his steak and potatoes. Not the worst thing in the world, but mashed potatoes are not hard to do properly so I was a little disappointed in that. Would I come here again? Probably. Our two dinners were more than $80 before tip, so it was an expensive night out. It's not a place we would add to our normal rotation, but it's a decent special occasion spot.

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    Cozy
    The left overs
    The left overs
    That king is thick

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    That king is thick
    Joey Gerard's - A Bartolotta Supper Club

    Joey Gerard's - A Bartolotta Supper Club

    3.5
    (278 reviews)
    2.7 mi
    $$$

    A supper club atmosphere with low lighting and a choice of a table or cozy booth. Frank Sinatra…read moreand other music from that era playing. Our server, Michelle was very friendly and on top of everything from taking our orders, refilling our water and just checking in to see how we were doing. Since my husband and I are not big steak or seafood people and we had gift cards to use we both ordered burgers with fries. The meal started with bread sticks, crackers, port wine cheese and butter and we also received 2 warm buns. All very delicious. Our burgers were just how we asked, mine well done and my husband's medium rare. The burger had tomato, lettuce, onion, cheese and a garlic aoili sauce which I had on the side. A good size burger and plenty of fries. The fries were crispy and delicious and the burger was also. I was only able to eat half the burger and a few fries before I was full so loved bringing leftovers home. All in all a good meal and experience.

    Been here several times. It was always been an excellent experience. This restaurant has…read moreexcellent food, service, and atmosphere, but it's not stuffy. Don't let the white jackets on the servers fool you, they are relaxed and personable. It's a supper club. They may not have the most extensive menu, but I don't know of anyone who has ever had a issue with what they ordered. Normally, I'm the person who goes out to try something different. JG's is an exception that this rule. I love lamb, especially lamb chops when they are prepared properly. I have always been satisfied with the lamb chops. Simply the best. Tonight we came with another couple, who were celebrating a birthday. They are members of JGs loyalty club. At our table, they had left a handwritten card with birthday greeting. They were also entitled to a discount. We have had this server before, and have always impressed with the professionalism, and helpfulness. After ordering a round of drinks, with a couple of excellent old fashioned, we were ready to place our food order. Of course I got the Lamb Chops, and the others ordered, Chicken Piccata, Steak Diane, and Bacon Wrapped Scallops. While we waited, there was bread and small tray of crackers and spreads (I do wish they served an actual relish tray). Didn't take that long for the food. It was all hot, flavorful and good portions. My Lamb Chops were a perfect medium rare. The sides were also sufficiently hot, which was an improvement over our last visit. All the other entrees were excellent. And everyone had some leftovers to take home. For dessert the birthday boy got a free Schaum Torte. We added to that with a Brandy Alexander, which was hand mixed and not overblended. And a Creme Brulee, freshly torted so that caramel with dry and brittle, not soft and tacky. A great way to end a superb meal. Definitely a place that we look forward to returning too!

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    Dining Area
    Prime rib sliders
    Prime rib sliders
    Rhubarb old fashioned is so delicious!

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    Rhubarb old fashioned is so delicious!

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