Address: 3133 E. Newberry Blvd., Milwaukee
Cuisine: Traditional French fare
Chef: John Raymond
Mood: Classic and elegant
Pricing: Lunch entrees, $14-31; Dinner entrees, $16-55; Brunch entrees, $14-25
Didier Ibar, general manager of Lake Park Bistro, says he has the best view in town.
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- U.S. Congresswoman Gwen Moore
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- The bar is a popular spot at Lake Park Bistro. Those looking for a quicker dining experience at the bar can be in and out within an hour, Ibar said. The restaurant also boasts Milwaukee’s only all-French wine list. Prices for a glass of wine start as low as $5. Credit: Alex Schneider
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- The Steak Frites du Bistro is a grilled hanger steak with “bistro” fries and the choice of parsley butter, Roquefort butter, red wine shallot butter sauce or Béarnaise. Credit: Alex Schneider
Nestled in a park pavilion on a bluff, the restaurant’s location on Milwaukee’s East Side lends itself to stunning views of Lake Michigan. That, paired with the classic French fare from chef de cuisine John Raymond and his team, has won Lake Park Bistro a loyal customer base.
“The beauty of the restaurant is the view overlooking the bluff and the lake,” Ibar said. “That’s the No. 1 thing. And then you have the French classics. Very popular are bistro steak, oeuf mollet, (baked French) onion soup.”
With white tablecloths lining its tables, the restaurant offers high-quality “traditional service” and a relaxed environment, Ibar said.
In addition to being a lunch spot destination, Lake Park Bistro often draws diners for various special occasions, Ibar said.
“Birthdays, anniversaries, any occasion – it’s where you celebrate,” he said.
The dining area seats about 200. Parking is free and there is no dress code.
