12 Best Southern American Restaurants In Waukesha

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A photo of Five O'Clock Steakhouse restaurant

1. Five O'Clock Steakhouse

4.8

Exceptional(4551)

$$$$

• Southern • Milwaukee

Booked 44 times today

Amazing first time! The service and attention to our celebration was impeccable. Thank you !

2. I.d.

4.8

Exceptional(1908)

$$$$

• Southern • Delafield

Booked 15 times today

Mike was very attentive and very knowledgeable about the menu. My daughter and I had a wonderful night!

A photo of BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Brookfield restaurant

3. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Brookfield

4.0

Excellent(175)

$$$$

• Southern • Brookfield

Booked 13 times today

Visited (with Open Table reservation), never tried the personal pizza before. Quite good and filling, service was excellent and not rushed. Numerous great offerings, jambalaya is my next time choice!

4. The Vig Milwaukee

new

4.3

Awesome(40)

$$$$

• Southern • Milwaukee

Booked 84 times today

We really enjoyed The Vig. Our server, Aisha, made it even more enjoyable. She was great!

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5. Mason Street Grill

4.7

Exceptional(4109)

$$$$

• Southern • Milwaukee

Booked 47 times today

Mason street grill is my favorite place for steak. Delicious cuisine. Great service. Wonderful atmosphere. Thank you for helping make my birthday and anniversary dinner yummy and memorable.

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6. J. Leinenkugel's Barrel Yard

4.8

Exceptional(113)

$$$$

• Southern • Milwaukee

Booked 8 times today

The food and beer were excellent! The staff was very friendly!

7. 1878 On The Lake

4.4

Awesome(864)

$$$$

• Southern • Lake Geneva

Booked 26 times today

Outstanding meal with a gorgeous view. We will be back for sure.

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8. Mallards - Bayshore

4.3

Awesome(222)

$$$$

• Southern • Glendale

Booked 10 times today

Food was outstanding, service was excellent, atmosphere comfortable . Our server made it enjoyable to be there. The music was a little loud to be able to hold a conversation but that is personal preference.

9. Smoke Shack

4.6

Exceptional(540)

$$$$

• Southern • Milwaukee

Booked 3 times today

Food was great. Very favorable and price is decent

A photo of Olivia 91 Restaurant & Lounge restaurant

10. Olivia 91 Restaurant & Lounge

new

(0)

$$$$

• Southern • West Allis

Booked 6 times today

Step into Olivia 91, an upscale restaurant and lounge nestled in West Allis, Wisconsin, where vibrant energy meets sophisticated comfort. Designed as a refined social haven rather than a nightclub, the interior boasts an intimate, beautifully curated layout featuring soft lighting, cozy seating, and a seamless transition from a daytime dining room into a lively evening lounge. The culinary program shines with signature dishes like the Chargrilled Oysters topped with O91 oyster butter and Parmesan, succulent Char-Grilled Lamb Chops finished in house butter, and the decadent O91 Strawberry Shortcake. Complementing the food is a selection of handcrafted drinks and attentive hospitality that makes every guest feel like family. Whether you are planning a relaxed date night, celebrating a milestone in the private lower-level social lounge, or looking for an upscale evening out with friends, Olivia 91 delivers an unforgettable experience from the first plate to the final pour.

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12 restaurants available nearby

1. Five O'Clock Steakhouse

2. I.d.

3. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Brookfield

4. The Vig Milwaukee

5. Mason Street Grill

6. J. Leinenkugel's Barrel Yard

7. 1878 On The Lake

8. Mallards - Bayshore

9. Smoke Shack

10. Olivia 91 Restaurant & Lounge

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