Water Buffalo

Milwaukee's favorite riverfront bar and restaurant in the heart of the historic third ward for nearly 10 years.

Fantastic outdoor riverfront seating as well as a dynamic, highly designed space with a varied casual American menu.

Plenty of parking via street parking and nearby structures.

This may be the most unique Riverfront restaurant and bar in Milwaukee.

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How did such a chic place get such a clunky name? Look at its location: on the corner of Water and Buffalo Streets in the Third Ward. Once a warehouse, the restaurant features Cream City brick walls, exposed-beam ceilings, a long bar, and modern bronze and copper sculptures. The black-bean burger is thick, "meaty" and spicy, as are the large, sautéed scallops with snap peas, grape tomatoes and...

One of the best views in the city; perfect for outdoor riverfront seating or in one of our two dynamic, highly designed spaces. The varied casual menu is priced for everyday dining and a variety of tastes. Come in on a weekday for Happy Hour or Date Night, come in on the weekend for Brunch and bottomless mimosas. Plenty of parking via surface lots and parking garages within one block. This may...

Milwaukee's favorite riverfront bar and restaurant in the heart of the historic third ward. Fantastic outdoor riverfront seating as well as a dynamic, highly designed space with a varied casual menu. Plenty of parking via street parking, nearby structures and valet on Fridays and Saturdays. This may be the most unique Riverfront restaurant and bar in Milwaukee.

If it's been a while since your last visit, you're in for a treat!