Name: Old Town Serbian Gourmet Restaurant
Telephone: (414) 672-0206
Rating: 4.3

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Richard AlvaradoRichard Alvarado

So as I write this review I feel embarrassed that it has taken me so long to visit this restaurant that has been in business for as long as I can remember. That being said, the meal at this establishment was one that I will remember for a long time. It also encourages me to return as soon as I can. Our visit began at the bar for our usual pre-dinner cocktails. My wife wanted me to make sure I mentioned the Serbian Old Fashioneds she enjoyed on our visit. She said they we were delicious. Our meal started with bread fresh out of the oven accompanied by 2 delicious homemade spreads. A creamy cheese spread and an eggplant and what seemed to be tomato spread. Both had amazing flavor and tasted great on the crusty bread. For starters we chose the Tomato and Roasted Red Pepper salad. Sprinkled with a soft cheese and topped with a light vinaigrette the salad, like the bread course was full of flavor. Our other starter was the Serbian Escargot. A generous portion of snails( like 12!!)in an incredible garlicky herbed butter. Some of the best escargot we’ve ever had. Grilled bread was served on the side and was used to sop up every last bit of the butter sauce. Both of our starters could have easily served 3 to 4 people. For entrees I chose the Raznjici/Chevapchichi combo off the Grill section of the menu. This is a combination of perfectly grilled pork tenderloin chunks and Serbian sausages both with great grill flavor well seasoned and juicy. On the side were diced raw onions, and feta cheese along with perfectly grilled medley of vegetables and some of if not theee best mashed potatoes I’ve ever had in a restaurant. Needless to say my plate was licked clean when I was done. My wife chose The Braised Spring Lamb which turned out to be a very large Lamb Shank. Fork tender and melt in your mouth. The lamb was well seasoned and perfectly cooked. It was joined by red and green braised cabbage, the fore mentioned mashed potatoes, a dumpling, rice, and mixed vegetables. A very large portion indeed. Except for the the dumpling which sadly was very plain and lacking flavor the entire dish was bursting with amazing flavors. We did not try dessert although there were several options to choose from. Service was friendly, professional, and well paced. Bathrooms were small but very clean. Parking was available behind the restaurant. Prices were very reasonable for the quality and quantity of food. Sadly my wife and I were 2 of only 13 people in the entire restaurant the whole night. This is a gem of a restaurant and more people should give them a visit when looking for some amazing ethnic food. Give them a try Milwaukee!!

Rick RotherRick Rother

Fantastic dining experience! A quiet evening with a richly authentic menu! Our host (who I believe was an owner) could not have been more gracious, attentive and helpful; she chatted with us about many of the dishes (the ingredients, the prep, regional changes); all at our request. We overindulged with a full appetizer (the baked feta, so delicious and flavorful); entrees: chicken paprikash and sarma (each savory and expertly prepared; the thin cabbage wrapping was of particular note!); desserts: a strawberry torte and palchenka (the torte was light, fluffy and just the right level of sweetness; the crepe was a terrific apple and nut medley). The Serbian coffee was new to me, it had a very earthy and smooth flavor, an excellent compliment to ethereal desserts! It was a last minute dinner choice and we were thrilled with how good it was, we will certainly make our way back! Best recommendation for a dining experience; especially if you are looking for something unique or of Eastern European fare!

Vanessa SparksVanessa Sparks

Burak was excellent and the deserts were also amazing. Kabob dish was just ok. Chicken and stuffed Zucchini were bland. But the worst by far was the service. We were one of only two parties in the whole restaurant yet it took 30 minutes before our order was taken. Every step was like pulling teeth. We asked if sides come with the meals as none were listed for some of the dishes on the menu. Waitress said yes they come with sides and started to walk away. She acted like it was an inconvenience to tell us what the sides were. The wait staff really has zero training or knowledge of standard restaurant customer service. Save yourself the hassle of dealing with awkward and crabby waiters and order take out.

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Featured dishes

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Chevapchichi ( Chevap-Chi-Chi)

French Onion Au Gratin

Original Serbian Tomato Salad

Roasted Pepper Salad

Chevapchichi

Braised Spring Lamb

Burek

Sarma

Goulash

Chicken Paprikash

Serbian Musaka

Stuffed Pepper

Baklava

Palachinke

Reviews of Old Town Serbian Gourmet Restaurant

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So as I write this review I feel embarrassed that it has taken me so long to visit this restaurant that has been in business for as long as I can remember. That being said, the meal at this establishment was one that I will remember for a long time. It also encourages me to return as soon as I can. Our visit began at the bar for our usual pre-dinner cocktails. My wife wanted me to make sure I mentioned the Serbian Old Fashioneds she enjoyed on our visit. She said they we were delicious. Our meal started with bread fresh out of the oven accompanied by 2 delicious homemade spreads. A creamy cheese spread and an eggplant and what seemed to be tomato spread. Both had amazing flavor and tasted great on the crusty bread. For starters we chose the Tomato and Roasted Red Pepper salad. Sprinkled with a soft cheese and topped with a light vinaigrette the salad, like the bread course was full of flavor. Our other starter was the Serbian Escargot. A generous portion of snails( like 12!!)in an incredible garlicky herbed butter. Some of the best escargot we’ve ever had. Grilled bread was served on the side and was used to sop up every last bit of the butter sauce. Both of our starters could have easily served 3 to 4 people. For entrees I chose the Raznjici/Chevapchichi combo off the Grill section of the menu. This is a combination of perfectly grilled pork tenderloin chunks and Serbian sausages both with great grill flavor well seasoned and juicy. On the side were diced raw onions, and feta cheese along with perfectly grilled medley of vegetables and some of if not theee best mashed potatoes I’ve ever had in a restaurant. Needless to say my plate was licked clean when I was done. My wife chose The Braised Spring Lamb which turned out to be a very large Lamb Shank. Fork tender and melt in your mouth. The lamb was well seasoned and perfectly cooked. It was joined by red and green braised cabbage, the fore mentioned mashed potatoes, a dumpling, rice, and mixed vegetables. A very large portion indeed. Except for the the dumpling which sadly was very plain and lacking flavor the entire dish was bursting with amazing flavors. We did not try dessert although there were several options to choose from. Service was friendly, professional, and well paced. Bathrooms were small but very clean. Parking was available behind the restaurant. Prices were very reasonable for the quality and quantity of food. Sadly my wife and I were 2 of only 13 people in the entire restaurant the whole night. This is a gem of a restaurant and more people should give them a visit when looking for some amazing ethnic food. Give them a...