Rare Steakhouse - Milwaukee

Rare Steakhouse - Milwaukee reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Frank

   Wisconsin2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 23, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great Evening. The food was very good. All steaks were cooked to perfection. The wagu steak however, was a little tough but the establishment made up for it and apologized.
   

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   Stephanie

   Chicago / Illinois4 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on May 18, 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 2

   Food was subpar for the cost. Our server was kind and mostly attentive. When we received the bill, we were charged $45 for two glasses of wine we didn’t order. Luckily we noticed but it didn’t sit well with me, felt like an attempt to purposely overcharge. Another table had some significant issue and we heard the manager apologize and then throw his staff under bus saying he didn’t have his A team on and he shouldn’t have had a particular stuff member with only a few days of experience working.
   

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   Henry VIP

   Wisconsin1 review

   1.0

   Dined on April 27, 2025

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 2

   Worst $350 we have ever spent in a meal. Service was horrible - sat for 20 mins before waitress came. Steaks were not cooked how we asked and lobster Mac and cheese was fishy. Didn’t expect $120 steak to taster like roast. NEVER will be back - stick with Carnevor or Five O Clock - Flemmings is even 10x better.
   

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   Nishant VIP

   Wisconsin1 review

   2.0

   Dined on April 22, 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Overall the experience was “mid”. We went for a birthday celebration. Service was excellent. We got multiple drinks, appetizers, multiple salads, crab cake, oyster Rockefeller. They were all good, nothing notable. Ordered two steaks (NY Strip, and Rib top), scallops and Mac and cheese for my little man, Brussels sprouts. The manager came by to check in, which seemed scripted and robotic. We finished our meal, and got hit with a $500+ bill for a meal for three main entrees. It may be nice for a business event but probably not worth a second visit.
   

   Rare Steakhouse - MilwaukeeResponded on April 24, 2025

   Good evening, Thank you for the review! Your captain Chloe does a wonderful job taking care of our guests. I am sorry that we fell short on the food. We are changing things soon regarding our pricing on our upcoming menu. We would love to have you back in when we switch our menus. Thank you, John Levine General Manager
   

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   Tanya VIP

   Wisconsin11 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 29, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Truly fantastic. Fresh shucked oysters, bottleneck steak and Wagyu Ribeye. Finished with bananas foster. Wonderful service and great cozy atmosphere. All paired with Banfi Brunello.
   

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   Susan VIP

   Denver17 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 29, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great food and service! Our waitress was attentive and friendly without being intrusive.
   

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   Scott

   Wisconsin8 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 21, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Had a drink at the bar and she was great. She has been here for about 2 years. Made us feel welcomed. Food was very good. They had run out of east coast oysters, what we always try so we tried the west coast. They were ok but not as good as when we have the east coast. Worth the trip though.
   

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   Susan

   Las Vegas1 review

   5.0

   Dined on March 6, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had the most divine dinner at Rare. Started with Oysters Rockefeller. Done to perfection and delicious. We shared a Tomahawk steak and some of the amazing Wagyu. I’ve never had better prepared or more delicious beef. We never even touched the salt or pepper. Mashed potatoes and creamed corn were delicious as well. We had to have dessert, and the cheesecake equaled my favorite, the chocolate cake was as rich as could be without over doing any of it. An incredible meal to remember
   

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   Hector

   Denver1 review

   3.0

   Dined on February 22, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 5

   Food was good, presentation of the restaurant was good. I did notice me and my partner got a different welcome by our server compared to everyone else around us. I don’t understand why. Other than that the restaurant is beautiful and the food was amazing.
   

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    Jennifer

    Nashville1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    The entire evening was wonderful. We got attentive service without hovering, we had a knowledgeable server and of course, outstanding food! The Gem Wedge Salad was delicious - but be prepared for the size... this is not your typical wedge! It could easily be a salad for 2. The Caesar Salad was a more standard size salad and the dressing had just the right amount of anchovy - added a zing at the end of the bite. The Japanese Waygu... what can I say??? It was rich and flavorful, perfectly seasoned and practically melted on my tongue! Be aware it IS RICH - I don't think anyone could eat more than an ounce or two.... but you'll never forget that ounce or two. The Bottleneck steak was cooked to perfection! I got the Au Poivre sauce and added a beautiful silky spice to the steak. The Crispy Brussel Sprouts!!! I could eat them every day and not get sick of them! The Cinnamon Bread Pudding was like a warm hug at the end of the meal. The caramel sauce pared beautifully with the warm pudding and cold ice cream We ordered a LOT! We enjoyed a LOT. We took home leftovers (yep - a lot). Rave gave us a relaxing night of understated elegance and we never felt rushed.
    

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