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Stella Van Buren, Milwaukee, WI

Stella Van Buren

4.3
4.3
1259 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 18 times today
  • Good for business meals
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
Stella Van Buren is a fresh take on the Italian-American steakhouse with the flavors of a classic Italian kitchen, modern style, unique design and food that appeals to today’s diner. Slow-cooked meats and flavorful house-made pastas are the traditional comfort-food classics that Italians have been roasting, baking, curing, and making in their own kitchens for generations. Bar service begins at 4pm. Saturday, dinner service at 5pm. Breakfast available Saturday and Sunday from 7am-10am and 6:30am-9:00am Monday thru Friday.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 6:30 am–10:30 am Mon–Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (414) 847-5622
  • Website
    http://stellavanburen.com/?scid=45f93f1b-bd77-45c9-8dab-83b6a417f6fe&y_source=1_NTk4NjQxNi04NjAtbG9jYXRpb24ud2Vic2l0ZQ==
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, Stella Van Buren can accommodate all of your special event needs.
  • Private party contact
    Corrie Jean Flaningham: (262) 744-2301
  • Location
    550 N Van Buren Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202
  • Area
    Milwaukee
  • Cross Street
    E. Michigan St.
  • Parking details
    We offer valet, street, private lot, and ramp parking.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Offers

  • 1/2 Off Select Bottles of Wine on Sunday & Mondays

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 5:00 pm - 8:15 pm
    Join us on Sundays and Mondays for half-off select bottles of wine.

    1/2 Off Select Bottles of Wine on Sunday & Mondays photo

  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Fri - 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Join us for Happy Hour Monday- Friday 3:30pm-6pm.

    Happy Hour photo

Menu

Small Plates

  • Baked Crab CakeUSD 24.00

    Jumbo lump blue crab, remoulade, lemon

    • Spicy Tuna BruschettaUSD 18.00

      Avocado, clementine, pistachio

      • Burrata BruschettaUSD 15.00

        Heirloom tomato, white balsamic, basic

        • Shrimp CocktailUSD 24.00

          Horseradish, lemon

          • Wagyu MeatballsUSD 15.00

            San marzano, grana padano, rustic bread

            • Hot Stone WagyuUSD 40.00

              Thinly sliced A5 wagyu, dipping sauce, rosemary, cured cucumber

              • East Coast Oysters

                Mignonette, cocktail sauce

                • CalamarioUSD 19.00

                  Lemon aioli, spicy red sauce

                  Soups and Salads

                  • Minestrone SoupUSD 10.00

                    Fennel sausage, white beat, fregola

                    • Little Gem CaesarUSD 14.00

                      Parmesan croutons, white anchovy, roasted garlic dressing

                      • Steakhouse WedgeUSD 15.00

                        Dolce gorgonzola, campari tomato, bacon steak, green goddess dressing

                        • Stella Italian SaladUSD 13.00

                          Romaine, red onion, prosciutto, calabrian pepperoni, salami, olives, fontina, red wine vinaigrette

                          House Specialties

                          • Diver ScallopsUSD 38.00

                            Spinach, leek, artichoke cream, crispy prosciutto

                            • Ora King SalmonUSD 35.00

                              Sweet pepper bruschetta, rapini

                              • Prime BurgerUSD 18.00

                                Tomato jam, grilled onion, provolone

                                • Vodka MarinaraUSD 25.00

                                  Spicy lamb sausage, broccolini, rigatoni

                                  • Waygu BologneseUSD 26.00

                                    Short rib, san marazano, tagliatelle, grilled fennel

                                    • Truffled BucatiniUSD 23.00

                                      Black truffle, garlic herb butter, grana padano

                                      • Spicy Shrimp LinguiniUSD 29.00

                                        Heirloom tomato, basil, parmesan, calabrian oil

                                        Steaks and Fine Meats

                                        • Bone-In Strip, 16ozUSD 61.00

                                          • Dry-Aged New York Strip, 14ozUSD 68.00

                                            • Dry-Aged Ribeye, 16ozUSD 85.00

                                              • Petite Filet, 8ozUSD 58.00

                                                • Barrel Cut Filet, 10ozUSD 65.00

                                                  • Bone-In Ribeye, 18ozUSD 67.00

                                                    • Tomahawk Ribeye, 32ozUSD 145.00

                                                      • Italian OscarUSD 75.00

                                                        Petite filet, lump crab, asparagus, taleggio cream

                                                        • East Coast StyleUSD 75.00

                                                          Petite filet, lobster, truffle bearnaise, bordelaise

                                                          Steak Crowns

                                                          • HollandaiseUSD 3.00

                                                            • Truffled BearnaiseUSD 6.00

                                                              • Red Wine JusUSD 5.00

                                                                • Baked Crab CakeUSD 16.00

                                                                  • Marsala Mushroom SauceUSD 7.00

                                                                    • Garlic Butter Grilled ShrimpUSD 12.00

                                                                      • Au Poivre CrustUSD 3.00

                                                                        Family Style Sides

                                                                        • Fried Brussels SproutsUSD 12.00

                                                                          Brown butter vinaigrette

                                                                          • Creamed SpinachUSD 12.00

                                                                            Taleggio cream

                                                                            • Whipped Yukon gold PotatoesUSD 10.00

                                                                              European butter

                                                                              • Garlic Parmesan French FriesUSD 9.00

                                                                                • Parmesan-Roasted AsparagusUSD 13.00

                                                                                  Lemon, garlic

                                                                                  • Baked Mac & CheeseUSD 14.00

                                                                                    Parmesan Crust

                                                                                    • Roasted BroccoliniUSD 12.00

                                                                                      Garlic herb butter

                                                                                      • Oven-Roasted Marsala MushroomsUSD 14.00

                                                                                        Last updated: 23 June 2023

                                                                                        What 1,259 people are saying

                                                                                        Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                        Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                        4.3
                                                                                        4.3 based on recent ratings
                                                                                        • 4.3Food
                                                                                        • 4.5Service
                                                                                        • 4.5Ambience
                                                                                        • 3.9Value

                                                                                        Noise • Moderate

                                                                                        Loved For

                                                                                        • Wisconsin

                                                                                          Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

                                                                                        • Milwaukee

                                                                                          Great for fine wines

                                                                                        • Milwaukee

                                                                                          Great for scenic views

                                                                                        Review summary

                                                                                        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                        Stella Van Buren offers a vibrant dining experience with "phenomenal food" and "spectacular service." Renowned for its exquisite steaks and pasta dishes, the restaurant shines with its attentive staff and "beautiful views." While some found the menu pricey, most rave about the "incredible flavors" and "memorable ambiance."

                                                                                        1,259 Reviews

                                                                                        1. Cindy

                                                                                          Nashville

                                                                                          2 reviews

                                                                                          1.0

                                                                                          2 reviews

                                                                                          Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                          1. Overall 1
                                                                                          2. Food 3
                                                                                          3. Service 1
                                                                                          4. Ambience 1
                                                                                          TERRIBLE dining experience. Our waitress was completely incompetent, almost like this was her first time working. Throughout the night she would take orders, and forget to bring the items back to our table. We borrowed utensils and water from other tables, as long periods of time would pass and she would be no where to be found. Keep in mind the restaurant was empty. She asked us if we wanted to see the dessert menu before we had eaten dinner because she forgot she hadn't brought our food out yet. When we finally received and finished our room temperature entrees - our waitress offered us complimentary dessert for all her blunders. After 30 more minutes of waiting we finally walked up to the bartender to ask for our check - we wanted to leave the circus. Of course the "complimentary" desserts were on the bill, and when confronted, the waitress forgot she had offered them. Our family thought we were on a prank show for most of the dinner. Overall the food had potential but because of our forgetful waitress it came out cold. Avoid the truffle pasta, crab cake, and overpriced pork chop. This was supposed to be an enjoyable night celebrating Christmas with our extended family, but it quickly devolved into a gong show of clumsiness - a 3+ hours and $450 later! We will not be coming back here. I rarely write reviews but this was especially disappointing.

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                                                                                        2. Amy

                                                                                          Milwaukee

                                                                                          6 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          6 reviews

                                                                                          Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Very food. Service was good. Spacious and nice environment

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                                                                                        3. Christina

                                                                                          Milwaukee

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 4
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Excellent service and great atmosphere! Wish we had a bit more selection for entrees, but the food was amazing!

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                                                                                        4. Paul

                                                                                          Charleston

                                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                                          Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Stella, inside the Westin in downtown Milwaukee. Spectacular on all levels. Ambiance, service, food, etc.

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                                                                                        5. Teresa

                                                                                          Greater Boston

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          1.0

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                          1. Overall 1
                                                                                          2. Food 1
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          For the price, I expected a better steak. Ordered a dry aged rib eye and could have sworn we got a strip steak. The staff were very friendly and accommodating, but I felt it was extremely overpriced for what you got.

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                                                                                        6. marjorie

                                                                                          Milwaukee

                                                                                          6 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          6 reviews

                                                                                          Dined on 17 December 2024

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          excellent food and service. The waitress was on alert and was there when we needed her.

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                                                                                        7. Martina

                                                                                          VIP

                                                                                          Chicago

                                                                                          10 reviews

                                                                                          4.0

                                                                                          10 reviews

                                                                                          Dined on 13 December 2024

                                                                                          1. Overall 4
                                                                                          2. Food 4
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 3
                                                                                          The food was very good, the service was attentive and professional, and the space is really grand. Unfortunately, the hotel was having some construction done in the lobby area, just outside of the restaurant, and it was extremely noisy and disruptive. Quite disappointing when you’re trying to have a conversation.

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                                                                                        8. Collin

                                                                                          VIP

                                                                                          Cincinnati

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          Dined on 11 December 2024

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Our server Anjail was wonderful. Will definitely be back.

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                                                                                        9. Myia

                                                                                          Milwaukee

                                                                                          5 reviews

                                                                                          4.0

                                                                                          5 reviews

                                                                                          Dined on 7 December 2024

                                                                                          1. Overall 4
                                                                                          2. Food 4
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Service, and drinks were excellent. You have to get the mashed potatoes!!

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                                                                                        10. Makayla

                                                                                          Milwaukee

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          Dined on 2 December 2024

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Had a great time and food was great. Staff was very attentive and kind. Overall fantastic! Is expensive so this is a very special occasion restaurant.

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                                                                                        FAQs

                                                                                        Stella Van Buren does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates.

                                                                                        Stella Van Buren is rated 4.3 stars by 1259 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                        Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                                                        2 people
                                                                                        7:00 pm
                                                                                        Booked 18 times today

                                                                                        Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                        Google Map for Stella Van Buren

                                                                                        550 N Van Buren Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202

                                                                                        Additional information

                                                                                        • Cross Street
                                                                                          E. Michigan St.
                                                                                        • Area
                                                                                          Milwaukee
                                                                                        • Hours of Operation
                                                                                          Mon–Fri 6:30 am–10:30 am Mon–Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
                                                                                        • Price
                                                                                          $31 to $50
                                                                                        • Cuisines
                                                                                          American, Italian
                                                                                        • Dining style
                                                                                          Casual Dining
                                                                                        • Dress code
                                                                                          Smart Casual
                                                                                        • Parking details
                                                                                          We offer valet, street, private lot, and ramp parking.
                                                                                        • Payment Options
                                                                                          AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                        • Additional
                                                                                          Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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