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Amilinda, Milwaukee, WI

Amilinda

4.7
4.7
318 Reviews
$31 to $50
Spanish

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Innovative
Amilinda is a celebrated Milwaukee restaurant known for its vibrant blend of Spanish and Portuguese-inspired cuisine. Owner and executive chef Gregory León leads the kitchen with a focus on fresh, locally sourced ingredients and innovative flavor combinations. His culinary talent has earned him three James Beard Award nominations, highlighting his influence and expertise in the culinary world. Amilinda continues to be a standout dining experience with the reputation as a top dinning destination that attracts locals and visitors alike.

Located in the heart of downtown Milwaukee, just blocks away from the Milwaukee Art Museum and the Pfister Hotel, Amilinda offers a cozy and inviting space with rustic decor, reflecting its Iberian Peninsula influences. The warm, intimate atmosphere complements the creative dishes from the kitchen, making it a destination for memorable meals.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Portuguese
  • Hours of operation
    Happy Hour Wed–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (414) 369-3683
  • Website
    http://www.amilinda.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Gregory Leon
  • Catering
    Amilinda offers catering services throughout Milwaukee, bringing Chef Gregory León’s Spanish and Portuguese-inspired cuisine to any event. The team will create custom menus using fresh, seasonal ingredients. With a focus on quality and creativity, Amilinda’s catering ensures a memorable and flavorful dining experience.
  • Private party facilities
    Amilinda hosts private events in its cozy downtown Milwaukee space, offering a warm, rustic ambiance perfect for intimate gatherings or larger celebrations. Chef Gregory León customizes menus with his signature Spanish and Portuguese-inspired dishes, ensuring personalized service and an unforgettable dining experience tailored to each occasion.
  • Location
    315 E Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202-4301
  • Neighborhood
    Milwaukee
  • Cross street
    Located at 315 E Wisconsin Ave. between Milwaukee St. and Broadway St.
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Located between two HOP stops.One at Wisconsin Ave. and Broadway St. and one at Wisconsin Ave. and Milwaukee St.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Purslane PopUp

    $85.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Mar 31, 2025 only
    6:30 PM
    Chef Mary Kastman will bring an Eastern Mediterranean PopUp to Amilinda on December 10th, featuring a five-course tasting menu that highlights the flavors and ingredients of the region. Guests can expect dishes inspired by the vibrant spices, fresh herbs, and traditional techniques of Eastern Mediterranean cuisine. Join us for an evening celebrating rich flavors and the creativity of Chef Kastman in this unique dining experience. Chef Mary Kastman, a Madison College Culinary Arts graduate, worked in Boston’s Oleana and Sarma. In 2019, she became Executive Chef at Driftless Cafe in Viroqua, Wisconsin, which earned her a 2022 James Beard semi-finalist nod for Best Chef, Midwest. In 2024, she launched Purslane, a Mediterranean inspired PopUp
    Purslane PopUp Photo

  • Tables Across Borders

    $75.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Apr 7, 2025 only
    6:30 PM
    Off site at 4424 W North Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53208
    Tables Across Borders is a powerful community-driven dining series founded by Kai Gardner-Mishlove, Gregory Leon, Caitlin Cullen, & Christie Melby-Gibbons. This initiative highlights the culinary traditions of Milwaukee’s refugee and immigrant chefs, celebrating the diverse cultures and cuisines that enrich our city. Each event gives guest chefs a platform to share their stories through food, offering a menu that reflects the chefs’ heritage & personal journeys. This time we welcome Hasina/ Rohingya cuisine TAB fosters connections, cultural exchange, and an appreciation for the vibrant diversity within our community and is a celebration of resilience, creativity, and the transformative power of food to bring people together.
    Tables Across Borders Photo

  • Tables Across Borders

    $75.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Apr 28, 2025 only
    6:30 PM
    Off site at 4424 W North Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53208
    Tables Across Borders is a powerful community-driven dining series founded by Kai Gardner-Mishlove, Gregory Leon, Caitlin Cullen, & Christie Melby-Gibbons. This initiative highlights the culinary traditions of Milwaukee’s refugee and immigrant chefs, celebrating the diverse cultures and cuisines that enrich our city. Each event gives guest chefs a platform to share their stories through food, offering a menu that reflects the chefs’ heritage & personal journeys. This time we welcome Abebech/ Ethiopian cuisine TAB fosters connections, cultural exchange, and an appreciation for the vibrant diversity within our community and is a celebration of resilience, creativity, and the transformative power of food to bring people together.
    Tables Across Borders Photo

Menu

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What 318 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Wisconsin

    Innovative

  • Milwaukee

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Amilinda in Milwaukee offers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing food, service, and ambiance." Guests praise the "distinct flavors" and "innovative dishes," while the "attentive and friendly staff" enhance the experience. Chef Greg Leon's expertise shines, creating a "culinary experience" that is both "unique and superb." Highly recommended!
318 Reviews

  1. Mochele

    Milwaukee16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our food was delicious! The staff was very gracious…we highly recommend this restaurant if staying downtown Milwaukee. The food is classic comfort food with elevated flavor. Chef is creative and clearly puts a lot of thought into the flavor profile of his dishes. The wines we chose turned out to be excellent as well.

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  2. james VIP

    Chicago94 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We loved everything we ordered. The portugueses flavors came through beautifully. Staff was very nice, helpful and knowledgeable . We would go back.

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  3. JeanK

    Milwaukee2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service provided by the Amilinda team lead by Chef Greg is outstanding. If you haven’t been there, you ate missing one of Milwaukee’s best!

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  4. Brian VIP

    Milwaukee3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding cuisine! Absolutely loved it! Highly recommended

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  5. Eric

    Chicago3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It's simply amazing in e ery way. At first look, I was like is this the right place from the outside it was not what I was expecting then once the door opened I was literally transported into a culinary experience that was A+ in every way. The decor.is.tastefully done with local artists' work hanging on the walls. The service is impeccable and attentive without being bothersome. And the food and wine were amazing! A must e perfect if you're considering!

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  6. Michael

    Milwaukee11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From starters to main course to dessert, everything was delicious. A delightful dining experience. I would highly recommend.

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  7. Thomas

    Milwaukee7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food as always. Service was wonderful. Nice variety of options on the menu.

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  8. Mary

    Milwaukee5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, service and ambiance. Will definitely be back!

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  9. Biz VIP

    Milwaukee2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    All was fantastic! Only compliant was out of their control - extremely cold night and it was chilly when patrons would enter and exit. The drape they put to cover the door helped a little and recognize this isn’t the norm.

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  10. Robert

    Milwaukee1 review

    3.0

    Dined on February 13, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Cold and drafty, no flexibility with the menu. Sauce for my skirt steak was not good. Way over priced
    AmilindaResponded on February 15, 2025
    We always strive for our guests to leave happy, and it’s upsetting when we fall short. Our building is over 100 years old, and while we do our best to keep it comfortable, had you mentioned being cold, we would have gladly offered one of the many pashminas we keep for guests. As for menu "flexibility," expecting to swap components to create an entirely different dish is not just unreasonable—it’s disrespectful to our culinary team, who work tirelessly to craft balanced, thoughtful dishes. And to get upset and complain when you don't get your way gives off an air of entitlement. The sauce on your steak is one of our most popular, so perhaps your palate just doesn't understand our flavor profiles. And our prices are absolutely in line with every other well-respected Milwaukee restaurants.

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FAQs

Amilinda is rated 4.7 stars by 318 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Amilinda

315 E Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202-4301

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Located at 315 E Wisconsin Ave. between Milwaukee St. and Broadway St.
  • Neighborhood
    Milwaukee
  • Hours of operation
    Happy Hour Wed–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Portuguese
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Located between two HOP stops.One at Wisconsin Ave. and Broadway St. and one at Wisconsin Ave. and Milwaukee St.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Gregory Leon
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.amilinda.com/
  • Phone number
    (414) 369-3683
  • Catering
    Amilinda offers catering services throughout Milwaukee, bringing Chef Gregory León’s Spanish and Portuguese-inspired cuisine to any event. The team will create custom menus using fresh, seasonal ingredients. With a focus on quality and creativity, Amilinda’s catering ensures a memorable and flavorful dining experience.
  • Private party facilities
    Amilinda hosts private events in its cozy downtown Milwaukee space, offering a warm, rustic ambiance perfect for intimate gatherings or larger celebrations. Chef Gregory León customizes menus with his signature Spanish and Portuguese-inspired dishes, ensuring personalized service and an unforgettable dining experience tailored to each occasion.
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