Morel

Food: 9.5/10 unbelievably good! We got the bread (which was excellent) and the short rib. It was a tough choice to decide between everythingService: 10/10, our waiter was very knowledgeable, helpful, and friendly. I wish I remembered his name, but he was a college student and incredible at his job!Ambiance: 10/10, we sat outdoors on the patio and it was a great atmosphereOverall: 9.7/10, will be returning again!

Our selection of food/drinks:Appetizers- Lamb Carpaccio- Corn SoupMains- Rainbow Trout- Smoked Venison RagoutDrinks- Blind Skeleton- Fresa Picante (Non-alcoholic cocktail)Verdict: Morel is absolutely fantastic! My wife picked out this location for our date night as she is big on going to places with farm-to-table type dining. We went on a Saturday evening and while we were still able to get bar seating as a walk-in, I would highly recommend making a reservation ahead of time to make sure you get a seat if you have a larger group than 2. The staff is very hospitable and welcoming. They seem very passionate about what they do and though have been there for awhile, seem as excited for us to try their dishes as we were excited to try them for the first time. While everything was excellent, if I had to pick, the standouts for me were the lamb carpaccio, smoked venison ragout, and fresa picante. The lamb carpaccio is just an incredible mix of different ingredients that all worked perfectly together in every bite. Looking at the description, I half expected it to be a bit salty but it was not like that at all. The dish was very well balanced.The smoked venison ragout struck me because it was a more unique experience in that I don't eat venison much nor have I had pappardelle pasta. Usually, I'm all about the meat but surprisingly with this dish, I felt like the amount of meat was adequate but I was left wanting more pasta! I'm not sure how to describe it but the freshness and deliciousness of the pasta just made me miss it more than the venison when we were done with the dish. While I enjoy the occasional alcoholic beverage, ever since I dined at Atelier in Chicago and had their incredible non-alcoholic drink pairing, I've been actively looking for unique or good tasting mocktail-like drinks. Morel's Fresa Picante matches exactly that for me. I loved the spicy kick aftertaste (disclaimer: I also love spicy foods) while still retaining the quality of being a refreshing drink. While I've had drinks that were similar in taste profile before, something about Morel's version is elevated by comparison (maybe something about the way they make their syrups?)Great experience all around! We will definitely be back next time we're in Milwaukee!

Morel is one of our favorite date night resturaunts in the Milwaukee area. The service is always amazing, the food is mouthwatering, and the drinks are refreshing. Last night we enjoyed dinner on the patio. I love that the menu differs slightly, based off of what is fresh and available to the chefs. If you go during the summer, you have to get the pork belly starter! We made the mistake of trying before getting a picture, and then we couldn't stop eating it. The cheese and meat board offers such a great variety of flavors and easily can be shared by 3-4 people. The Ragout is one of my absolute favorite dishes! The pheasant breast is a 10/10! We finished the night with a bottle of wine that our server recommended and the goat cheese cheesecake. We have never had a bad flavor of their cheesecake. Please go to Morel and enjoy one of the best meals you'll have in Milwaukee.

This is such a quaint restaurant with a wonderful atmosphere. The plates were unique and the ingredients felt fresh and thoughtful. I can't wait to go back and try more of their dishes!

Wow wow wow! A full farm to table restaurant with such fresh ingredients. Each dish was so well thought out with such unique combinations. It was so hard to decide what to eat when I wanted everything! The lamb carpaccio was a hit we got 2 for 4 people.All the cocktails we tried were delicious as well.The waiter knew a lot about the restaurant, menu, history of the location, and food. It was a great dinner experience ! Sitting outside in the summer is so nice but the inside was cool as well with a very open concept. I definitely want to come back!

Coming from Minneapolis to Milwaukee for work, I stayed at The Iron horse and walked to Morel.It was a great evening at the bar, with excellent service and good food... well worth another visit during my next trip!

We decided to do a quick overnight trip to Milwaukee, where we chose to dine at Morel. This a very cute farm-to-table restaurant in the downtown area that takes pride in their concept.Overall, it was good, but there were a few things we felt that were missing in our meal, that if they were there, it would have put the restaurant over the top.For appetizers, the shining star was the lamb carpaccio (heck, probably the best dish of the entire meal). It was the perfect balance of the meaty goodness you look for in carpaccio, balanced with the right amount of acid. We also got the oyster mushroom and polenta. The polenta was well-made, but the dish was a bit one note.For entrées, we got the pork shoulder, short rib, and lamb shoulder. Our biggest complaint for all three was that they were all very meaty but didn't have something to balance the dish. For example, it would have been great to have a mashed potato or some sort of starchy puree with the dish. I did notice in past iterations that was how the dish was prepared. I loved the brat that came with the pork shoulder, but while tender, the pork shoulder generally lacked seasoning. The beef short rib was also very tender but could have used more seasoning as well. The lamb merguez was probably the most seasoned out of all the dishes.Overall, it's a decent option, and the staff is super nice.

Ambiance - great. Service - also great. We got the pork belly and chanterelle fricasse to start - delicious, but honestly a little salty! Lamb ragout was phenomenal. For dessert we got the goat cheese almond apricot cheesecake and peach cobbler with coffee - both were excellent! Value for what we got felt appropriate, too! Patio looks cute, would like to try sitting there sometime!

I love love love Morel! Everything we have ordered so far exceeded my expectations. Be ready for a warm, cozy and inviting atmosphere. The menu at Morel is changing seasonally and offering a wide range of delicious options! One of my favorite appetizers was the hot ham and biscuit with honey! So delicious! I've also tried the Rabbit Ragout, which has Pappardeile, Woodear Mushroom, Chili, Sarvecchio. Amazing! My husband loved the Pork Shoulder, Linguica, Corn, Poblano, Potato, Bacon, Salsa Verde, Cojita. Honestly, I don't think you could go wrong with anything on the menu! The service provided by the knowledgeable and friendly staff was outstanding, and provides a memorable dining experience. Morel is truly a hidden gem in Milwaukee, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for an unforgettable dining experience.

It is obvious that the staff puts in a lot of care to make Morel a wonderful experience. We were seated quickly and the server took the time to give recommendations based on what we liked. The dining room had a lively atmosphere and felt like a place to enjoy a moment paired with great food.Regarding the meal itself, I got a Hanger Steak cooked medium. The dish was paired excellently with a side of leafy greens and onion rings. The aioli was a nice touch as well. The steak was cooked perfectly with a savory taste to each bite. For dessert I grabbed an apricot cheesecake made with goat cheese and I appreciated the creativity with the apricot flavor.Overall a wonderful experience. Great spot to have a celebration or treating someone who is in town visiting.