Cafe Benelux
Gastropub, American Restaurant, and Café$$$$
Historic Third Ward, Milwaukee
"Grab a spot under an umbrella on the awesome rooftop patio."(6 Tips)
"Try the Sprocket burger - it's DELICIOUS."(6 Tips)
"Amazing beer selection, hands down one of the best I've seen"(20 Tips)
"Great ambiance, great selections of Belgian beer."(3 Tips)
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Portion sizes are huge, but the food is delicious. Their beer menu might be one of the best in Milwaukee too. For two, I'd recommend getting an appetizer & entree to split + a drink (or 2) each.
Danny BernardoSeptember 2, 2013I usually don't like Bloody Mary's but the Rad Barbie w/its horseradish infused vodka & bacon has shown me the error of my ways. the biermosa is also delicious #drunkard
GreciaOctober 17, 2016Awsome place for brunch! Order the green torpedo omelette, really good. The french toasts amazing!! 5 star for sure! Staff service, food and ambience are great!
Chris BlastingOctober 21, 2015Bloody Mary was awesome! Burger with the fried egg was delicious and perfectly cooked. Fries were some of the best! Love the outdoor patio on the roof
Paul LuningJuly 6, 2018Great atmosphere (good music selection, outdoor seating in great people watching corner). Food was excellent, including meat-satisfying dishes for carnivores and plenty of tasty vegetarian options.
Juliet DlugokeckiNovember 6, 2016The bloodies r on point & banana Nutella waffle, heavenly! Has always been a 45 minutes wait time. I suggested you kill time by walking across the street at the public market to get a drink or browse.
JenKuduSeptember 16, 2016Beer list is awesome but intense! Tell the waitress what you typically or certain flavors you're looking for and she'll be able to hear it down to two or three. Great outdoor seating upstairs.
Yuni GrahamSeptember 4, 2017REALLY great food and large beer selection. A little disappointed with the selection of sours, considering it is a Belgian inspired restaurant. Service could have been better
VISIT MilwaukeeOctober 28, 2013Recommendation for breakfast, lunch OR dinner: “Brussels” Pannenkoeken—a massive crepe loaded with asparagus, fried eggs, pancetta, parmesan and belgian beer cheese sauce—delicious!- Jo JoJune 14, 2015Ive tried the chicken sandwich!..Very good but they served it to someone else before I even got it....Lol matter!..I guess!..Definitely a must come back too!.
Arslaan ArshedSeptember 25, 2014Great vibe for brunch! I got the duck poutine. A bit oily and salty, but it made me feel like I was back in Montreal. Bloody Marys are the best here!
Katie LowesAugust 25, 20131. The man who described the tater tots as a "State Fair in your mouth" is a genius. 2. They're less like tater tots and more like cheese beignets of potatoes and bacon. 3. But better than that.
Mindy ChambersJuly 23, 2012Great food!!! Try the turkey burger with curry ketchup...best burger. My friend got the sprocket burger and said it was the best burger she ever had. And try the sirachi mayo with the fries.
LucretiaMay 4, 2014If they ask you if you'd be okay sitting in the shade on the roof, and it's still April, say no. Brrrrr! Fantastic food, super cool atmosphere. And their asparagus matches their beer list.
Angela SwensonMarch 27, 2012I once brought my whole family of 23 people here and everyone loved the food they got AND the service! Best Bloody Mary in Milwaukee as well as the best rooftop seating, Benelux is perfect year-round.- Craig VodnikSeptember 25, 2014Amazing rooftop that would make Rock Bottom in Chicago quiver. Wicked spicy mayo sauce for dunking french fries.
Had the crispen huckleberry pear cider. Great choice if your gluten free. Rooftop season make sure to get there early to get a table.
Izzi CrowleyOctober 28, 2012Cafe Benelux has the best Turkey burger I have tasted. The combination of siracha mayo and curry ketchup is a WIN! If you love turkey burgers and are hungry... look no further!
Mary SheltonSeptember 5, 2016Quinoa Skillet, healthy-ish, and lots of great flavor a. A little tomato spicy, a little mellow. Pair with Tripel Karmeliet!
Stevie SwanAugust 30, 2014The charcuterie board was amazing! (pickled carrots, pork belly, duck confit, cheese, and awesome 9 grain bread)
Rex GordonSeptember 23, 2016Always a great place no matter the meal. Roof Top Dining is special for sure. Give it a try when in the 3rd Ward.
Sadie TuescherJuly 29, 2019Beautiful location with great style. Very good drink menu. But, subpar food. Hit or miss service. Food is low on flavor and high on price. Go for drinks and apps, but go elsewhere for a meal.
Stephanie RamirezOctober 12, 2013Dinner and drinks at Benelux are fabulous, but brunch is a must. Start off with the beignets!
Sean LawlerAugust 4, 2017Don't call them Frites if you don't cook the potatoes like frites. Call them fries. Also the first mussel I ate still had the beard on it. I've never had that happen at a restaurant before.- Love this place and always coming back for tater tots and drinks.
- My favorite place. Great food and drinks. Best thing is the tater tots!
Max WennekerJuly 9, 2017Solid breakfast burrito. Great fries appetizer, get the curry ketchup with it. Beer selection fantastic.
A.J. BrahmDecember 5, 2020Third Ward’s top three rooftop dining, or drinks location. Benelux “Domes” in the winter; must have reservations.- Beer RunnerMay 1, 2014Huge beer list to explore but you can't go wrong with the signature Tripel Karmeliet.
The sprocket burger is ridiculous. How can you go wrong with a burger topped with an egg fired in duck fat? You can't! Put down your phone, grab something from the expansive beer menu, and order it.
Brian ArtkaJuly 30, 2012Awesome rooftop dining (or inside) in the Third Ward. Love their sandwiches and burgers paired with frites and sriracha mayo.
This is one of the coolest new places in Milwaukee. The rooftop, downtown setting feels very New York or Chicago and the food and drinks are great. Read more
Heidi AlvaradoOctober 6, 2013the best spot for lunch when the weather is nice. they have an awesome rooftop with a great view of the third ward.
Shane ThomasJanuary 10, 2013Delicious pub/bar with over 30 Belgium beers on tap. Food was delicious and plentiful - come with an appetite, leave with a full stomache!
Tahlia WilliamsOctober 6, 2011I guess we lucked out with our waiter too. He was more than attentive making sure everything was up to par. I was very impressed at how he made us feel as though we deserve to be treated well!
Alexander OlcottMay 29, 2015Solid choice for consistently good food. In the summer the outdoor patio is awesome.
aninamousSeptember 8, 2014Get a spot on the rooftop! Must try the flatbread appetizer. Amazing bean burger for the veggies!- VISIT MilwaukeeOctober 31, 2011The best rooftop patio in the Historic Third Ward. Try the giant, pancake shaped Pannenkoeken and check out the 20-page Bier list.
Meg BarrettJune 10, 2012Awesome eggs Benedict and mimosas. Our server Tyler was great, everything was pretty quick and it was a crowded brunch
Great food, lots of drink options, sometimes a long wait for a table though.
Erika TaitMarch 20, 2013Try the duck confit crepe. Let the servers know what you like in a beer and they will pick a great one for you.
Brian ReinkoberJune 19, 2011Breakfast is awesome here. Breakfast tacos, quiche Lorraine and hash browns are excellent
Leah SteinbrueckerMarch 18, 2013They have such a great atmosphere, even at 3:00 in the afternoon! Welcoming staff and great bloody marys
TJ KAugust 21, 2014The Meat Loaf is melt in ya mouf like ya Mudda used to make. Also try a local brew on tap.
Milwaukee Brunch ReviewsJuly 18, 2011Gorgeous rooftop views of the Public Market and Third Ward, this brunch spot has some great food and drink options for brunch! (4 out of 5 stars!) Read more
Cherri Pierangeli KasdorfJune 16, 2022Good food, good service, indoor/outdoor seating. I recommend them!
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