Serving upscale Italian dishes, steaks, and seafood in Milwaukee
Our server Kayla was sooooo sweet and attentive! She answered all of our questions and really help us enjoy our first time here, even the other servers (didn’t get they’re name sadly) were so nice and kind and really made my birthday special! The food overall was a 7.5/10 I would definitely come back and order some other options…
Stella Van Buren was a decent experience overall. The atmosphere is attractive and the restaurant has a nice upscale feel and the food is good but it just always falls a little short in all areas. Everything was good, but nothing really stood out as memorable, especially considering the price point. Service was friendly, though it can be a bit slow, so it's best to go when you have time to relax and aren't in a rush. It's convenient when staying in the area as there aren't many options in walking distance.
Fantastic restaurant in the Westin! Amazing drinks, excellent service and great food. They have Pappy too if you’re into Bourbon!🥃 Pasta, burger, steak and apps are exceptional. Old Fashioned (4 different kinds) are all amazing. A must try place while in Milwaukee
What a stunning local Milwaukee gem of a restaurant! ✨ Absolutely delicious dishes and friendly wait staff make this a must-not-miss in Milwaukee. Very fancy but actually very fair pricing for what it is. A perfect place to celebrate a birthday! 🎉 Highly recommend! The raspberry chocolate dessert is just WOW. 🤩 I share more of my favorite restaurants on IG @benkhach
A few weeks ago, my partner and I visited Stella Van Buren for breakfast on a day that simply wasn’t their best. Instead of brushing it off, the Restaurant Supervisor, Jenna Boen, did something rare—she invited us back to experience dinner service, confident in what Stella truly offers. We accepted her invitation last night—Friday, January 9th—and let me say this plainly: It was hands-down the best VIP dining experience we’ve had in 2026 😉. From the moment we arrived, Jenna greeted us with genuine warmth, radiant smiles, and a familiarity that felt less like hospitality and more like being welcomed home. That kind of energy cannot be trained—it’s felt. We were graciously offered a choice of entrée and dessert. My partner and I both selected the Faroe Island Salmon—hers cooked medium-well, mine well. When the plates arrived, they were visually stunning: a beautifully glazed salmon paired with charred Brussels sprouts, resting on a bed of parmesan farro. The cook was precise, the flavor balanced, and the presentation elegant without pretension. That said, the true star of the night—for me—was the crab cake appetizer. Absolutely tantalizing. Full, robust lump crab meat. Bright notes of lemon that lifted every bite. A remoulade sauce that tied everything together flawlessly. This is how crab cakes are meant to be experienced. The garlic-whipped smashed potatoes reminded me what comfort food tastes like when it’s done right—warm, familiar, and satisfying. While the baked mac and cheese wasn’t my personal favorite, it certainly didn’t lack flavor and would easily please many palates. Before our meal, I enjoyed the house bread dipped in oil infused with chili oil—and let me tell you, that subtle kick at the end had me wanting to dance a little in my seat. Out of respect for Stella’s refined, upscale ambiance (and not my own kitchen 😉), I restrained myself. Speaking of ambiance—Stella Van Buren understands atmosphere. From its prime location to the thoughtfully designed interior, the space offers sensory pleasure at every turn. Floor-to-ceiling cream sheer curtains gently divide the dining room, creating intimacy without isolation. It’s elegant, warm, and inviting. For dessert, we selected the lemon tart (mine) and tiramisu (hers). We chose to take them home—already full from the experience itself. Saving dessert felt intentional, like extending the evening into another moment of joy later. And I’m grateful we did. If Stella Van Buren represents anything, it’s this: ✨ A higher-level dining experience. ✨ Elevated flavors. ✨ Exceptional service. ✨ A place that transports you to a new portal where hospitality is felt, not performed. If I had to change one thing, it would be the music—I’d love to hear contemporary jazz or even hip hop jazz woven into the atmosphere. That said, this is still a 10 out of 10 experience. Because of the food, the service, and the care shown, I will absolutely be back—and next time, the Sea Scallops are calling my name. Thank you, Stella Van Buren, and thank you, Jenna, for reminding us what true hospitality feels like. 🌟🍽️
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