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Palms Bistro & Bar

221 N Broadway, Milwaukee, WI 53202-5805 (Historic Third Ward)
414-298-3000
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Ranked #261 of 960 restaurants in Milwaukee
Price range: $30 - $30
Cuisines: Barbecue, French, Pizza
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Good for: Bar scene
Dining options: Reservations
Dining style: Casual Elegant
Neighborhood: Historic Third Ward
Cross street: Between Buffalo & Chicago Streets
Description: The recent renaissance of Milwaukee’s Historic Third Ward has introduced the city to a new era of stylish metropolitan dining. Historically significant buildings are serving as the foundation for the many downtown restaurants that have surfaced in recent years. Following suit, Bourbon & Tunns Tavern opened its doors in the beautifully restored Queen Anne style building located at 221 N Broadway Avenue in 2002. Since the time of our inception, Bourbon & Tunns Tavern introduced an entirely new category of cuisine to Milwaukee’s contemporary culinary scene. Palm’s has spent years developing and fine tuning what today has become known as Global Fusion. Simply stated, Global Fusion begins with a classical French foundation and seamlessly fuses exotic worldly flavors to create distinctively enticing cuisine. Our chefs have established a reputation for crafting creative and exciting cuisine, and are continuously committed to keeping our customers equally enthusiastic about our food.
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Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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45 reviews 45 reviews
34 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 20, 2013

My wife and I like going here for brunch in the summer. Great drinks, good food, and fun for people watching. Service was good as well.

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Forest Park, Illinois, United States
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5 reviews 5 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 5, 2012

The food and atmosphere were excellent. The service was a bit off; our waiter appeared to be new and one soup arrived cold. But give that the rest of the food was delicious, it was a great meal for the price.

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Seattle, WA
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23 reviews 23 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed October 28, 2012

Better than average selection of high end pub style food. Drinks not too expensive, but tended to the sweet side, and only a few beers on tap. Worth a try if you're out shopping in the third ward.

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Matthews, North Carolina
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11 reviews 11 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 11, 2012

I had a business dinner here. The food tasted great, and the service was excellent. The servers were very attentive. I would go here again.

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detroit
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed August 23, 2012 via mobile

We went with high hopes if a great meal but were gravely mistaken. Not only was the food horrible but the service was just as bad. The French onion soup was inedible and the bruschetta was disgusting. We waited over an hour for our salads and when we told the Manager we were leaving he was not very nice. .... More

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South Florida, Florida
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36 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 30, 2012

They call themselves a global fusion restaurant and we were ready to follow them around the globe after one taste of the beet salad and the duck crepes. Lovely outdoor spot that is quieter and with a more romantic atmosphere than other parts of the street. One caution about the floor: it really is slanted! One rich glass of Shiraz... More

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Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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3 restaurant reviews
2 of 5 stars Reviewed June 12, 2012

So this was my 3rd time eating at Palms. The first time, my co workers and I ordered lunch so I didn't have to deal with the service and the salad I ordered was good. I went in a coulple weeks later and the service was okay and so was my sandwich. Not any thing to brag about by far.... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2012

Exceptional food and service. Everyone is very friendly and cannot do enough for you. They always remember us and different things about us. Best, and I mean Best calamari in the world, yes, I said the world. I have been to Santorini, also Priano and the Palms has the best calamari. Salads are also very different and unique. You will... More

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Madison, Wisconsin
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36 reviews 36 reviews
26 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2012

We were on a long weekend in Milwaukee, and chose Palms based on reviews and the items on the menu. We did not have a reservation; however we were welcome to wait in the bar. This component was fine, as the somewhat attentive bartenders made great drinks...however they did seem to lack in the ability to multi task as things... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 31, 2012 via mobile

Food quality is excellent. Staff is friendly and we didn't have to wait at all for our orders. A bit pricey but there's a nice atmosphere. We chose this place because we found a parking space right in front of it. We were attracted by the look of the pub from the outside and the atmosphere of the dark interiors.... More

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