Motor Bar & Restaurant – American
Motor Bar & Restaurant revs up the dining experience with an industrial-chic vibe where the aroma of hickory-smoked wings and warm Milwaukee pretzels sets a bold, high-octane tone. The kitchen transforms classic comfort into an art form, serving up bubbling buffalo dips and golden, squeaky cheese curds alongside hearty chilis that provide a soulful, smoky warmth. Whether you are tucking into a loaded plate of BBQ chips or a vibrant beet and goat cheese salad, every bite captures a rugged yet refined spirit perfect for fueling your next urban adventure.
West Canal Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53203 https://motorrestaurant.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Sunday - Wednesday
- 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Thursday
- 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Friday
- 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its pleasant environment and attentive service, guests find this neighborhood gem perfect for special occasions. Diners rave about the well-prepared and delicious menu, with standout dishes including the fresh, flavorful salads that reviewers highlight as a must-try. The helpful staff and welcoming atmosphere create a consistently positive experience that locals and visitors alike praise for its quality and charm.
Menu
Fire-Ups & Starters
- Milwaukee Pretzel Factory Board - $17: Summer Sausage, Smoked Olives, Smoked Gouda, Beer Cheese Mustard Dip, Dill Pickle Dip, Hot Honey, Grandma’s Pickles Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Jumbo Chicken Wings - $15: Jumbo Slow Smoked Wings, Celery, Blue Cheese Dressing. Choice of: MOTOR BBQ / Buffalo / Dry Rub Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smokey Buffalo Chicken Dip - $16: Pimento Cheese, Chipotle Chili Crisp, Hot Honey, Barbeque Chips Available at: dinner, lunch
- Full Dresser Loaded BBQ Chips - $14: Smoked Gouda Beer Cheese, MOTOR BBQ Sauce, Giardiniera, Avocado, Crema, Scallions Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Clock Shadow Creamery Cheese Curds - $14: House-Breaded Curds, Smoked Vidalia Onion Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fired-Up Cauliflower - $12: Bang-Bang Sauce, Smoked Vidalia Onion Sauce, Sesame, Scallions Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roadhouse Beef Chili - $9: Wisconsin Cheddar Cheese Crisp, Sour Cream, Scallions Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smokehouse Vegan Chili - $9: Pickled Red Onion, Tortilla Crisps, Cilantro Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
Garden
- Smokehouse Wedge - $19: Iceberg Lettuce, Crispy House-Smoked Pork Belly, Balsamic Tomatoes, Grandma’s Refrigerator Pickles, Roth Buttermilk Blue Cheese Dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beet & Goat Cheese Salad - $17: Mixed Greens, Smoked Red Beets, Bourbon & Apple Braised Golden Beets, Pickled Candy-striped Beets, La Clare Chevre, Pistachios, Balsamic Vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Spiced Apple & Cheddar Salad - $17: Baby Greens, Carr Valley One Year Cheddar, Spiced Walnut Shortbread, Smoked Vidalia Onion Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Roadhouse BBQ Platter - $39: Chopped Brisket, Pulled Pork, 1/4 Rack Ribs, G. Groppi’s Smoked Beer & Cheese Curd Bratwurst, Jalapeño Cheddar Biscuit, Grandma’s Refrigerator Pickles, MOTOR Slaw, Steel Horse Cowboy Beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- 18-Hour Hickory Brisket (Sliced) - $21: Served with Grandma’s Refrigerator Pickles & Texas Toast Available at: dinner, lunch
- Flame Grilled BBQ Shrimp Skewers - $22: Served with Grandma’s Refrigerator Pickles & Texas Toast Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Half-Rack Dry-Rubbed Baby Back Ribs - $22: Served with Grandma’s Refrigerator Pickles & Texas Toast Available at: dinner, lunch
- 18-Hour Hickory Cherry Smoked Pastrami - $21: Served with Grandma’s Refrigerator Pickles & Texas Toast Available at: dinner, lunch
- 14-Hour Cherry & Hickory Pulled Pork - $17: Served with Grandma’s Refrigerator Pickles & Texas Toast Available at: dinner, lunch
- Friday Fish Fry - $19.95: 3 pieces of beer-battered & golden-fried cod, served with French fries, house jicama slaw, cornbread muffin, and tartar sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Hand-Helds
- The Rami - $19: House-Smoked Pepper-Crusted Smoked Corned Beef, MOTOR Cole Slaw, Swiss Cheese, Russian Dressing, Rye Bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chopped Brisket Sandwich - $18: Crispy Onion, Buttered Brioche Bun Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Roadhouse Burger - $18: Hand Packed Angus Beef, Cheddar & American Cheese, House-Smoked Thick Cut Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, ADV Sauce, Buttered Brioche Bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- V-Twin Veggie Pastrami - $17: Spice Rubbed and Smoked Plant Based Brisket, MOTOR Cole Slaw, Swiss Cheese, ADV Sauce on Toasted Marble Rye Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Chicken Sandwich - $16: Grandma’s Refrigerator Pickles, Smoked Vidalia Onions, Brioche Bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Brat - $16: Cherry Smoked G. Groppi’s Beer & Cheese Curd Bratwurst, Smoky-Mustard, Pickled Sweet Vidalia Onion, Toasted Roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tri-Glide Griddled Cheese - $15: Cheddar, American, Smoked Gouda, Tomato, Texas Toast, Cheddar Cheese Crust Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Pulled Pork Sandwich - $15: MOTOR Cole Slaw, Buttered Brioche Bun Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Rumble Mac-N-Cheese - $9: Smoked Gouda & Aged Cheddar Cheese Sauce, Panko Breadcrumbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- MOTOR Skillet Cornbread - $8: Honey Butter & Hot Honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hand-Cut Fries - $6: House Malt Vinegar Aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steel Horse Cowboy Beans - $6: Smoky BBQ Three Bean Blend, Jalapeños Available at: dinner, lunch
- MOTOR Cole Slaw - $6: Creamy & Tangy Cabbage Slaw Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Buttermilk Banana Pudding - $7: Banana, Buttermilk Pudding, Vanilla Wafers, Whipped Cream, Bruleed Banana, Banana Crunch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Chocolate Chip Cookie Sundae - $12: Cast Iron Baked Gooey Chocolate Chunk Cookie, Vanilla Gelato, Chocolate Shavings, Bourbon Caramel Tuille Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Cranberry & Apple Cobbler - $12: Cranberry & Roasted Apple, Spiced Walnut Shortbread, Vanilla Gelato, Bourbon Caramel Sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Bloody Mary - $10: Classic Style, Vodka, Celery Salt Rim, Celery, Pickle, Olives, Citrus
- MOTOR Margarita - $12: Tequila, Fresh Lime Juice, Agave Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Old Fashioned - $12: Whiskey, Maple Syrup, Muddled Cherries, Orange Bitters
- Miller Lite Draft - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Sprecher Gourmet Soda - $6: Root Beer, Root Beer Light, Orange, Cream Soda Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Colectivo Coffee - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Kid's Menu
- Kids Package - $14: Choice of Cheeseburger, Grilled Cheese, Chicken Tenders, or Corn Dog Nuggets. Includes side, drink, and ice cream sundae. Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Motor Bar & Restaurant
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Motor Bar & Restaurant has an average rating of 4.0/5, with guests praising its pleasant environment and attentive service.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- First-time visitors can expect a welcoming, industrial-chic environment with attentive service, featuring standout dishes like fresh salads and hickory-smoked wings.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- This restaurant is unique for its industrial-chic vibe, hickory-smoked specialties like 18-hour brisket, and an extensive menu accommodating over twenty dietary lifestyles.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This restaurant offers a casual, industrial-chic environment that guests find perfect for both everyday dining and special occasions.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Guests enjoy a pleasant, industrial-chic environment and welcoming atmosphere that reviewers describe as perfect for special occasions.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include hickory-smoked wings, Milwaukee pretzels, 18-hour hickory brisket, baby back ribs, and fresh, flavorful salads.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Motor Bar & Restaurant specializes in American cuisine, featuring industrial-chic comfort food like hickory-smoked wings, BBQ platters, and Milwaukee pretzels.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data does not specify the total number of reviews for Motor Bar & Restaurant.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The menu accommodates diverse diets with vegan chili, keto-friendly wedge salads, and numerous gluten-free, vegetarian, and high-protein options for groups.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- The welcoming atmosphere and attentive service make this restaurant a pleasant neighborhood gem suitable for families and special occasions.
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