Tess – American
Tess invites guests into a vibrant, light-filled space where the air hums with conversation and the enticing aromas of coastal seafood and slow-braised meats. The kitchen masterfully balances rustic textures and bold flavors, from the delicate crunch of a golden crab cake to the melt-in-your-mouth richness of 24-hour pork belly. Every plate, whether a crisp harvest salad or a perfectly seared bistro steak, reflects a commitment to seasonal freshness and soulful, contemporary cooking.
2499, North Bartlett Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, 53211 +14149648377 https://tess2499.com0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, dairy-free, nut-free, low-carb, gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, keto, pescatarian, diabetic, sugar-free, mediterranean, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, whole30, paleo, atkins, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, anti-inflammatory, clean-eating, south-beach, weight-watchers, volumetrics, tlc, carnivore, zone, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, candida, lectin-free
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Menu
- Steamed Mussels - $14: Coconut milk, chipotle broth, cilantro, warm bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Crab Cake - $15: Creole remoulade, red pepper coulis, Idaho chip Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Feta Toast - $12: Whipped feta, lemon, Aleppo pepper, roasted tomato, extra virgin olive oil, pistachios, crostini Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Mayo-Clinic
- 24 Hour Pork Belly - $13: Black bean puree, zucchini salsa verde, pickled radish, cotija cheese, cilantro, chicharrón Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Lamb Empanadas - $14: Moroccan spiced ground lamb, sun dried tomato hummus, tzatziki, pickled red onion, cucumber Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean
- Tess Salad - $8: Field greens, cucumbers, cherry tomato, shredded carrot, croutons, roasted tomato vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Rocket Salad - $9: Baby arugula, dried cherries, bleu cheese, spiced walnuts, molasses vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Harvest Salad - $9: Mixed field greens, maple roasted delicata squash, goat cheese, pickled pomegranate seeds, honey crisp apples, dijon apple cider vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Grilled Faroe Island Salmon - $30: Creamy polenta, sauteed kale, sweet peppers, pearl onions, mushrooms, lemon caper sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Grilled Bistro Steak - $38: 8 oz. USDA Choice top sirloin coulotte, sauteed green beans, truffled mushroom & red wine sauce, butter mashed potato Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Black Vinegar Braised Short Ribs - $30: Choice beef short ribs, roasted grape tomatoes, lemon garlic risotto, sauteed spinach, crispy jalapenos, pan sauce reduction Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Seafood Pasta - $31: Shrimp, scallops, PEI mussels, fettuccine, broccoli, asiago, sundried tomatoes, basil, mushroom medley, sherry lemon butter sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Jamaican Jerk Chicken - $26: Frenched chicken breast, roasted cauliflower, cremini mushroom, poblano jasmine rice, pickled red onion, zucchini salsa verde Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Clean-Eating
- Grilled Mahi Mahi - $29: Bleu cheese crusted, toasted walnuts, sweet potato puree, sauteed carrots, zucchini & yellow squash, balsamic reduction Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- San Francisco Cioppino - $30: Seared salmon, scallops, wild shrimp, PEI mussels, white wine, chili flakes, herbs, classic marinara sauce, crostini Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Volumetrics
- Housemade Ravioli - $24: Blend of fresh & aged cheeses, herbs, lemon zest, garlic, tomato sauce, Italian sausage, white wine Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Fried Rice Risotto - $23: Broccoli, roasted tomatoes, mushrooms, bamboo shoots, ginger soy black garlic sauce, crispy wontons Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Mayo-Clinic
- Friday Fish Fry - Lake Perch or Barramundi - $18.95: Panko breaded lake perch or tempura beer battered barramundi, sweet potato fries, Asian-style cole slaw, buttered rye bread, housemade ketchup & tartar sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Combo Fish Fry - $20.95: Tempura beer battered barramundi & panko breaded lake perch, sweet potato fries, Asian-style cole slaw, buttered rye bread, housemade ketchup & tartar sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Add Grilled Chicken - $4 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, Zone, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Add Shrimp - $6 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- New England Clam Chowder (Cup) - $6 Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Volumetrics
- New England Clam Chowder (Bowl) - $9 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Flourless Chocolate Cake - $10: Housemade colectivo coffee custard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Butterscotch Budino - $10: Caramel sauce, whipped cream, pink salt Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Dessert of the Week: Changes weekly Dietary tags: Vegetarian
- Earth Rider ‘Tap Shack’ Caribbean Style Lager - $6.75: Superior, Wisconsin
- 1840/Mikerphone ‘We Go Together Like…’ PB&J Berliner Weisse - $6.75: Strawberries & Peanuts
- Side Project ‘La Belle Fleur (Blend 2)’ Farmhouse Pale Ale - $7.5: St.Louis, Missouri
- Side Project ‘Smooth (2024)’ Wild Ale - $8: California Nectarines
- Hop Butcher For the World ‘Riwakamania I’ IPA - $7: Citra & Riwaka Hops
- Sprecher Root Beer
- Cutwater Ginger Beer