Firefly Restauraunt & Lounge – American
Firefly Restaurant & Lounge glows with an inviting, intimate energy, where the soft hum of conversation mingles with the irresistible aroma of bubbling fondue and savory spices. Guests gather over shareable plates of crispy pork belly and golden goat cheese croquettes, pairing herb-dusted fries with earthy wild mushroom flatbreads in a space designed for lingering. It is a sanctuary of social dining that transforms elevated comfort food into an art form, offering a vibrant tapestry of flavors from nostalgic rumaki to tender, salt-kissed calamari.
7754 Harwood Avenue, Wauwatosa WI 53213 https://fireflytosa.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for a delectable menu where standout appetizers and high-quality main courses take center stage, guests consistently praise the pleasant environment and professional service. Reviewers highlight the efficient staff and seamless dining experience, often recommending reservations to secure a spot in the inviting atmosphere. Diners rave about the consistently flavorful dishes, noting that every course from start to finish is crafted with care and contributes to one of the area's most pleasant dining experiences.
Menu
Bar Bites & Shared Plates
- Garlic Fries - $8: hand cut fries, garlic gremolata, parmesan, aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Za'atar Fries - $9: hand cut fries, za'atar spice, fresno chile, cilantro, house-made spiced ketchup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rumaki - $12: peppered bacon wrapped boursin & almond filled dates, balsamic glaze Available at: dinner, lunch
- Goat Cheese Croquettes - $12: black pepper truffle honey Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wild Mushroom Flatbread - $18: wild mushrooms, caramelized onion, toasted walnut, pickled red onion, blue cheese sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari - $16: yukon potato crusted calamari, fried jalapeño & carrot, chimichurri Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Pork Belly - $15: berkshire pork, ginger, garlic & honey glaze, fresno chili, sauteed kale, cilantro Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beets - $14: sherry roasted beets, goat cheese mousse, golden raisin puree, pistachio, toasted fenugreek Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fondue - $15: gruyere & cheddar fondue, caramelized onion, sliced apples, toasted baguette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cauliflower - $14: roasted cauliflower, five spice sunchoke puree, morado beans, garlic crispy kale Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brussels Sprouts - $12: lemon honey miso glaze, charred brussels sprouts, orange zest, pomegranate, sesame seed Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ponzu Chicken Wraps - $16: chicken sauteed with fresh ginger, snap peas, mushrooms, bean sprouts & ponzu, red chimichurri, lettuce Available at: dinner, lunch
Soup & Salads
- White Bean Chicken Chili - $11: poblano, jalapeno, cilantro, avocado, sour cream, lime Available at: dinner, lunch
- Apple & Tuscan Kale Salad - $15: honey crisp apples, tuscan kale, glazed walnuts, shaved parmesan, togarashi, honey lemon vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gem Salad - $15: bibb lettuce, edamame, asparagus, radish, sunflower seeds, aged parmesan, pistachio, goat cheese, parmesan toasted breadcrumbs, herbed caesar vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crunch Salad (Full) - $13: shaved bok choy & napa cabbage, carrot, wasabi peas, sunflower seeds, sesame onion crisps, chili buttermilk dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crunch Salad (Half) - $7: shaved bok choy & napa cabbage, carrot, wasabi peas, sunflower seeds, sesame onion crisps, chili buttermilk dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Salad (Full) - $14: english cucumber, tomatoes, pickled red onion, parmesan, balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Salad (Side) - $8: english cucumber, tomatoes, pickled red onion, parmesan, balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Sticky Chicken - $24: buffalo caramel glazed fried chicken, scallion buttermilk biscuit, mashed potatoes, charred broccoli, blue cheese honey sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon - $27: soy glazed atlantic salmon, wasabi mashed potatoes, pickled mustard seed, gingered slaw Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp & Mussels - $27: mediterranean mussels, shrimp, spicy tomato white wine broth, tagliatelle Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Braised Beef Short Rib - $28: red wine braised beef short rib, roasted root vegetables, caramelized leek and black pepper spätzle Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tenderloin - $49: 8oz grilled beef tenderloin, sautéed spinach, red wine caramelized onions, mushroom demi-glace, roasted potatoes, crumbled gorgonzola Dietary tags: High-Protein, Atkins Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Chops - $24: jalapeño & parmesan panko crusted pork chops, garlic mashed potatoes, seasonal sauteed vegetables, garlic chili lime sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ragout - $19: housemade tagliatelle pasta, slow-simmered pork ragout, rosemary ricotta Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Peppers - $18: poblano & bell pepper, charred yellow squash, eggplant, farro, fresh herbs, toasted walnut, feta, pomodoro sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers & Friday Fish Fry
- Firefly Burger - $15: grilled chuck and short rib special blend beef burger, white cheddar, fried jalapeño & onion, lettuce & garlic aioli, brioche bun, hand cut fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- BLTA Burger - $16: grilled chuck and short rib special blend beef burger, white cheddar, peppered bacon, lettuce, tomato, avocado, basil mayo, brioche bun, hand cut fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Microburger Trio - $15: 1. white cheddar, bacon chutney, fried onion, pickle, aioli, lettuce 2. wild mushroom cream cheese, caramelized onion jam, chives 3. fresh mozzarella, grilled tomato, basil mayo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beer Battered Cod - $19: riverwest stein battered cod, house coleslaw and tartar, hand cut fries (9oz) Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Kid's Menu
- Chicken Strips - $12: served with hand cut fries and fresh fruit Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mini Cheeseburgers - $12: served with hand cut fries and fresh fruit Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mac & Cheese - $12: served with hand cut fries and fresh fruit Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kid's Friday Fish Fry - $14: served with hand cut fries and fresh fruit Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Sweet Treats
- Dark Chocolate Cake - $10: warm dark chocolate cake, salted caramel ice cream, toffee brittle, caramel sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Butterscotch Pot de Creme - $10: salted caramel tahini, whipped cream, toasted buckwheat, sesame seeds Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Apple Blackberry Tart - $10: crème anglaise, bourbon caramel Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Pomegranate Martini - $12: tito's, pomegranat, la belle orange cognac liqueur, lime
- Dirty Dirty - $12: tito's or tanquerey, olive brine, dry vermouth, blue cheese stuffed olives Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Ginger Bee's Knees - $12: tanquerey, lemon, honey ginger simple Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Paleo, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- My Paloma - $12: reposado tequila, campari, cocchi americano, grapefruit, salted simple, rosemary Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Maybelle - $12: spiced rum, averna amaro, pineapple juice, ginger beer, cayenne honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Satine - $12: bourbon, aperol, blood orange, sweet vermouth Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
- Roulette Rye Manhattan - $12: roulette rye, orange bitters, sweet vermouth, dry vermouth, bing cherry juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Juice-Cleanse
- Black Cherry Old Fashioned - $12: brandy, cherry heering, bing cherry, orange, angostura bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Brandy Cardigan - $12: brandy, warm apple cider & pear nectar, lemon, cinnamon cardamom maple syrup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Hibiscus Paloma (Zero Proof) - $10: clean alternative tequila, hibiscus syrup, lime, grapefruit soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Cherry Blossom (Zero Proof) - $10: ritual gin alternative, cherry, lychee nectar, lime, simple Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol, Lectin-Free
- Blueberry Sunset (Zero Proof) - $8: rishi blueberry hibiscus tea, lemon ginger simple Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Warm Apple Cider (Zero Proof) - $8: warm apple cider & pear nectar, lemon, cinnamon cardamom maple simple Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Eins Zwei Zero Sparkling Rosé - $10: non-alcoholic sparkling rose Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
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