Lupi & Iris – Mediterranean
Bathed in an atmosphere of refined coastal elegance, Lupi & Iris invites guests to linger over plates that celebrate the sun-drenched, sophisticated flavors of the Mediterranean. The air carries the enticing aroma of charred octopus and delicate sea scallops, while vibrant goat cheese tarts and velvety beef tartare showcase a commitment to seasonal artistry and fresh, bold ingredients. From the comforting warmth of autumn squash soup to the bright, creamy tang of Greek yogurt, every dish is a masterclass in balance, making each visit a graceful journey through land and sea.
777, North Van Buren Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53202 +14142939090 https://www.lupiandiris.com/0Cuisine: Mediterranean
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Marinated Olives - $7: Nicoise, Taggiasca, Cerignola with Rosemary, Thyme, Garlic & Orange Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Octopus - $9: Wood-grilled Spanish octopus with romesco sauce, chickpeas, roasted tomato, orange, frisée lettuce & citrus vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sea Scallops - $9: Sea scallop with cauliflower, caper vinaigrette, shallots, herbs & brown butter Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Tartare - $9: Chopped prime beef sirloin with aioli, capers, cornichons & toasted country French bread Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Goat Cheese Tart - $9: Baked goat cheese tart with smoked trout, Belgian endive, radicchio, cherry tomato & herb pistou Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Salmon - $9: Smoked salmon with toasted country French bread, caper vinaigrette, crème fraiche & arugula Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Greek Yogurt - $9: Greek yogurt with vanilla, Steve’s Bees honey & preserves Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly Available at: breakfast, brunch
Soups & Salads
- Autumn Squash Soup - $9: Roasted autumn squash soup with Marcona almonds, Brussels sprouts & saba Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soft Boiled Egg Salad - $9: Lightly breaded, fried soft boiled egg with sauteed asparagus, trumpet mushrooms, frisée, & sherry vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Mixed Salad - $9: Gem lettuce and red romaine with cucumber, radish, cherry tomato, fennel & hard-boiled egg in an herbed red wine vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Beets - $9: Roasted golden & red beets with French feta, orange supremes, arugula, fennel & lemon-honey vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Soup - $9: Creamy mushroom soup with Madeira and Brussels sprout leaves Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Squash Ravioli - $28: Roasted Kabocha squash and ricotta cheese with Brussels sprout leaves, parmigiano, sage, brown butter and amaretti crumbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cavatelli with Ragu - $28: Tiny pasta shells with a tomato-pork ragu, Calabrian chili, chopped broccolini, rosemary, pecorino & ricotta cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lemon Pasta Quills - $28: Twisted pasta quills in a sauce of fresh ricotta, pecorino & parmesan cheeses finished with lemon, basil & black pepper Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Risotto - $28: Carnaroli rice whipped with seafood brodo, shrimp, mussels & fine herbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Walnut Pasta Coins - $28: Genovese style pasta coins with creamy walnut sauce, marjoram & Parmigiano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Dover Sole - $28: Wood-grilled Dover sole, filleted table side, with sauteed mushrooms, cauliflower, potatoes, lemon & persillade sauce Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sea Bass in Parchment - $28: Mediterranean Sea Bass baked in parchment with white wine, artichokes barigoule, fennel, potato, tomato & persillade sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Swordfish - $28: Wood-grilled swordfish with Romesco sauce, olive oil potatoes, broccolini, herb puree, & lemon Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veal Chop - $28: Wood oven roasted veal chop with anchovy-garlic sauce, olive oil potatoes & roasted cauliflower Dietary tags: High-Protein, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wagyu Sirloin Steak - $28: Wood oven roasted wagyu sirloin steak with roasted carrots, sauteed mushrooms & persillade sauce Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Rack - $28: Roasted lamb rack with olive oil potatoes, grilled broccolini, black olive & herb purees Dietary tags: High-Protein, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Aged Duck Breast - $28: Aged duck breast with duck leg confit, lacinato kale, apricot, duck fat potatoes & orange gastrique Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chickpea Cake - $28: Chickpea cake with winter squash, arugula, fennel, black olive & sherry vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quiche Lorraine - $28: Baked savory egg tart with Swiss chard & bacon served with a petite salad Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Sandwiches
- Brie Sandwich - $28: Brie, roasted tomatoes, herb pistou, arugula, toasted Ciabatta Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ham Sandwich - $28: French ham, roasted tomato, pecorino, spinach, red wine vinaigrette, toasted ciabatta Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Burger - $28: CAB Prime beef brisket patty with choice of gruyere cheese, Belgian mayonnaise, cornichons, lettuce, roasted red onion & roasted tomato Dietary tags: High-Protein, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Lemon Olive Oil Cake - $36: Lemon olive oil cake, basil ice cream, lemon-apricot cream, apricot coulis, chantilly cream, lemon streusel Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Tiramisu - $36: Espresso soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone sabayon cream, dark chocolate ganache, coffee ice cream
- Apple and Pine Nut Tart - $36: Butter Pastry, Spiced Apple Filling, Pine Nut Nougatine, Brown Butter Ice Cream, Honey Caramel, Pine Nut Streusel Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Caramel Custard - $36: Caramel custard, Caramelia chocolate cremeaux, chantilly cream, crunchy chocolate royaltine Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Sorbet Selection - $36: Three house-made sorbets, rotating flavors Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Grandma Marian's Cookies - $36: Almond & walnut cookies Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Select Wines - $7: Happy Hour Selection Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Select Cocktails - $9: Happy Hour Selection
- Select Beers - $4: Happy Hour Selection Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
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