Best Lunch Restaurants in Salem

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GlendaleMilwaukeeWauwatosaWhitefish Bay

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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52 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Blue Bat Kitchen & Tequilaria restaurant

1. Blue Bat Kitchen & Tequilaria

4.7

Exceptional(838)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Milwaukee

Booked 18 times today

Blue Bat Kitchen finds inspiration in the energy and flavors of street food around the globe. We feature fresh, global street food in a relaxed and fun environment that pairs perfectly with Milwaukee’s very first Tequilaria. Over 160 Tequilas to try plus, Tacos, Bowls, Snacks, Salads and more await!

A photo of Rare Steakhouse - Milwaukee restaurant

2. Rare Steakhouse - Milwaukee

4.5

Awesome(1130)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Milwaukee

Booked 7 times today

Rare combines craft cocktails, in-house dry aged steaks and attentive service in an unabashedly old-school steak house setting. Milwaukee's downtown steakhouse features specialty cuts dry aged in-house, like the Rib Cap and the Bottleneck as well as offering more traditional cuts like our filet and our rib eye. Rare also carries the famed, and incredibly delicious A5 Wagyu, available by the ounce.Complimenting our steaks and entrees is a specialty cocktail list and an extensive wine list with everything from wines for a big celebration to a weekday dinner.Rare Milwaukee is one of the top business lunch destinations, but if you're just looking for a drink after work, Rare offers discounted cocktails, wines and snacks at happy hour.

A photo of Bartolotta's Lake Park Bistro restaurant

3. Bartolotta's Lake Park Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(5888)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • Milwaukee

Booked 33 times today

Bartolotta's Lake Park Bistro’s beautiful setting in a park pavilion overlooking Lake Michigan and its award-winning cuisine have made it one of the premier dining and special event destinations in Milwaukee since 1995. The menu ranges from traditional to modern.

A photo of Cafe at The Pfister restaurant

4. Cafe at The Pfister

4.7

Exceptional(368)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Milwaukee

Booked 14 times today

Café at The Pfister features a casual full dining area available for breakfast and lunch, as well as a barista counter and patisserie in downtown Milwaukee. We proudly brew Starbucks® Coffee on the go and serve freshly baked-in-house pastries. Whether a quick meeting over coffee, a power breakfast, or a business luncheon, we offer a varied menu from Starbucks® favorites and traditional breakfast items to homemade soups, seasonal salads, a multitude of fresh sandwiches, as well as delicious gluten free and heart-healthy options.

5. DanDan Milwaukee

4.8

Exceptional(1179)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Chinese • Milwaukee

Booked 53 times today

DanDan Milwaukee has a Chinese soul with a Midwestern sensibility. Flavorful, respectful, playful and seasonal, it’s an homage to the foods of our childhood.

6. Bavette

4.9

Exceptional(372)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Milwaukee

Booked 35 times today

What started out as a butcher shop concept, has evolved and changed over the years to become a full-service restaurant, which was solidified with the restaurant's move to a larger space in 2022. At Bavette, the consumer will enjoy complete transparency of its food moving from farm to plate. Although the butcher shop has been phased out, the restaurant still works with the same farms, and uses the same high quality meats on its menu, which consists of a daily changing menu consisting of salads, sandwiches, small plates, pates, cheese, and charcuterie boards. The restaurant truly is a farm-to-table restaurant, sourcing not only the meat but most of its produce from nearby farms. In addition to the highly seasonal menu, there is a small store featuring chef-curated retail items, such as Wisconsin cheeses, local charcuterie, artisanal jams, pickles, salts, vinegar, and oil. Going along with the thoughtful menu is a select and unique offering of craft beers, wines, and cocktails.

7. Harbor House

4.7

Exceptional(8389)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Milwaukee

Booked 68 times today

Harbor House is a bright, spacious New England-style seafood restaurant Milwaukee residents and visitors love, set on the shore of Lake Michigan. Our restaurant offers a premier lakefront dining experience and the freshest seafood flown in daily from both coasts. The interior features a three-sided bar, a raw bar, an open kitchen, and a private dining room available for special events and parties. A seasonal outdoor patio features a full bar, Adirondack chairs, and unparalleled views of the lake, the Milwaukee Art Museum, and Milwaukee's skyline.Reservations are recommended, and we have a 15-minute grace period, so please call us if you are running late.It's important to note that patio reservations are for outdoors only and we cannot guarantee indoor seating upon inclement weather.

A photo of Tupelo Honey - Milwaukee restaurant

8. Tupelo Honey - Milwaukee

4.7

Exceptional(1597)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Southern • Milwaukee

Booked 43 times today

Tupelo Honey is a revival of Southern food and traditions rooted in the Carolina Mountains we call home. We craft brunches, lunches and suppers that bring family and friends around the table and allow for conversations and cocktails to linger longer than usual. Please arrive on time with all members in your party present. We will cancel reservations 15 minutes after the scheduled time. The combining of separate reservations will not be honored. We look forward to seeing you soon!

9. Avli - Milwaukee

4.6

Exceptional(191)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Greek • Milwaukee

Booked 30 times today

Located in Milwaukee's Brewer's Hill neighborhood, Avli offers contemporary and classic Greek small plates, mains, and desserts as well as approachable Greek wines and inventive cocktails.Enjoy our inviting bi-level dining room and expansive outdoor patio that’s dog-friendly for dinner and weekend brunch! We look forward to having you in to experience our core philosophies of Philoxenia (hospitality), Meraki (passion) and Kefi (joy).For parties of 8 or fewer, book online with OpenTable.For parties of 9-12, please call the restaurant directly at (414) 395-1300.For parties greater than 12, book with Avli Events by contacting our team here: https://www.avli.us/tripleseat-form-avli or by calling our Events Team at (312) 526-3606.

10. The Knick

4.7

Exceptional(2187)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Milwaukee

Booked 15 times today

Come enjoy an upbeat, contemporary dining experience at one of Milwaukee's favorite restaurants. The Knick offers an exciting menu and great nightly specials. A big city feel with friendly service, we offer an unique specialty drink menu and feature over 60 different vodkas from around the world. Enjoy our homemade desserts or a "Great Maltini" as a nightcap after a night on the town. End your weekend with our fabulous brunch and indulge with our signature "Queen Mary".

See what locals rave about

From verified diners like you

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Dan
Wisconsin •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The view of the lake is beautiful. Excellent atmosphere. The service is first class. The food is excellent. We had a wonderful time.
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Bartolotta's Lake Park BistroPrice: Very Expensive• French• Milwaukee
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4.7
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YvonneVIP
Wisconsin •12 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
The brussels sprouts are some of the best. Definitely a must-order!
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Blue Bat Kitchen & TequilariaPrice: Moderate• American• Milwaukee
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4.7
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Susan
Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined on 6 Mar 2025
We had the most divine dinner at Rare. Started with Oysters Rockefeller. Done to perfection and delicious. We shared a Tomahawk steak and some of the amazing Wagyu. I’ve never had better prepared or more delicious beef. We never even touched the salt or pepper. Mashed potatoes and creamed corn were delicious as well. We had to have dessert, and the cheesecake equaled my favorite, the chocolate cake was as rich as could be without over doing any of it. An incredible meal to remember
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Rare Steakhouse - MilwaukeePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Milwaukee
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4.5
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Josh
Wisconsin •1 review
5.0
Dined on 4 Mar 2025
First time at Dan Dan. The food was delicious and the service was great. Our server gave recommendations when we asked and everything he recommended was out of this world yummy!
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DanDan MilwaukeePrice: Expensive• Chinese• Milwaukee
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4.8
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Susan
Wisconsin •19 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 Feb 2025
Great lunch! Will go back. Had a nice leisure lunch and the food hit the spot, thank you.
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Cafe at The PfisterPrice: Moderate• American• Milwaukee
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4.7

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