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Water Buffalo

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4.5 of 5 stars 36 ratings
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4 of 5 stars
Chicago
Aug 4, 2008

We had brunch on August 3. We sat outside, overlooking the river, and that was the best part. Brunch-specific options are few (just 3), but the two we had were well-prepared and tasty. The Bloody Mary and Mojito with Pomegrante were especially good. Service was friendly and attentive. Parking could be an issue, but I'd suggest walking down the riverwalk... more

Jul 28, 2008

We went to this restaurant on a Sunday afternoon. The location is great during the summer, with tables right along the river. From what I saw, the interior was decorated very nicely. The service was excellent, with our waiter putting in our child's order right away so she didn't have to wait to eat. The food was a mixed bag,... more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jul 23, 2008

Great Ambience, Food was great 3 times, but once it was awful more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jun 9, 2008

One of the better new additions to the Third Ward. They always seem to do a brisque business and service is not a bright spot, but the food is consistently delicious. A nice casual, upscale place. more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Apr 12, 2008

Food is very good, excellent view on the river more

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2 of 5 stars
milwaukee
Mar 6, 2008

This was my first time @ Water Buffalo. The atomosphere was nice, I can see it being a nice place to sit outside in the summer. I went for lunch. Parking is horrible, but what else is new. The food was just okay. I ordered the chicken torilla soup, runny with a couple pieces of chicken and a pile of... more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Feb 22, 2008

great menu, decor, and patio dinning more

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3 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Feb 20, 2008

Nice lunch spot on the river. Tasty sandwiches but overall nothing spectacular more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Feb 12, 2008

The BEST Grey Goose & cranberry I have ever had....they have good food too!! Not a very orginal name though. more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jan 30, 2008

Fantastic more

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Water Buffalo Address

249 North Water Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Tel: 414-431-1133
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