Reviews for Tess in Milwaukee, WI
Food and drinks are very good. Plenty of space in a nice outdoor patio. Really a nice spot.
Cute and cozy place just off Oakland Avenue on the upper east side. The food was excellent and the beer list was great too. ... Our server was fantastic; knowledgeable about the menu, very friendly, and the perfect amount of attentive. I would be happy toeat at Tess again and again. Read more
One of my favorite restaurants in Milwaukee, hands-down. It is such a cozy atmosphere and the food is always amazing! The... service is great and we feel welcomed all the time. I cannot wait to visit again whenever we are in Milwaukee! Read more
Definitely go enjoy a meal here. $$/$$$ prices but portions were fulfilling. We wanted to try somewhere new and we?re headed for... Original but saw the patio across the street and glad we changed plans. Service was so PLEASANT and the outdoor space was reallycute. Food was some of the best I?ve had in Milwaukee. Steak in the mushroom and wine reduction was so good I asked for morebread (also delicious) to sop up the leftover juices. My friend got the ravioli and I stole a couple extra bites from his plate.Honorable mention goes to the neighborhood setting of the location. Vibe and atmosphere was perfect for casualconversations/small celebrations/nice meal with old friends/date night. Read more
We tried this restaurant for a third time recently. The patio is nice but the tables and salt/pepper were sticky. The floor... coming in was sticky and the interior smelled of mildew walking in. Appetizers are hit or miss, wasn?t served hot, and thesteak my partner had was indistinct square. Some no name cut. The staff never came back around and asked about drinks or triedto sell more. This has been my experience all three times we?ve been here. With the Groupon, the prices become almostworthwhile. I would never ever consider paying full price for this food. Read more
Super friendly service and nice patio area.. four of us were looking forward to a ladies dinner out, and the wine was wonderful.... However. 2 steaks were served well done, when ordered Medium Rare, and the Salmon came out Rare in the center when asked forMedium "chefs choice". While our server was fantastic and super apologetical, there was no visit by the manager, or anyone elseto try and turn our experience around. Considering 75% of our meals were not enjoyed, we thought there would be some sort of"recourse". Nope. Nothing. No deduction in meal cost, offer for a glass of wine, dessert... etc. Not looking for a handout atall, but a "let's make this better" is the least a restaurant of this caliber should offer. Disappointed. Won't return. Read more
Definitely A hidden spot on the east side. The cioppino was out of this world! Mussels were super fresh, sauces were absolutely... delish. We also shared a well put together Mediterranean salad with a citrus vinaigrette. Not to mention the flourless chocolatecake and butterscotch pudding was the highlight of my day. 10/10 would recommend especially those with gluten allergies thewaitress and cook was super accommodating! they also have a very good wine list! Read more
My wife and I went for a dinner date after being gifted a certificate for Tess as a wedding present. I am amazed we had never... been before. Such fine food tucked away just off of Oakland on the eastside. I highly recommend Tess. Read more