Motor Bar and Restaurant

401 W Canal St, Milwaukee
(414) 287-2778

Recent Reviews

Kyla L.

Went on Good Friday for fish fry. It was moderately busy, with a reservation we were seated promptly but unfortunately at a wonky table that was off balance not at one leg but on the middle support column so we couldn't fix it. 5 of us got all you can eat fish, one child opting for grilled cheese and soup- he was very happy. The fish is listed as "Cornmeal crusted and beer-battered", there is nothing beer battered about it. It's not bad- the coating was crispy and the fish was was not over cooked but fish fry in Wisconsin is not a sweet cornmeal crust- think cheese curds from culvers. The coleslaw is the best thing on the plate. AdditIonal orders of fish/fries came out relatively quick. It's fun playing music bingo but I wouldn't go back for the fish. Including 20% tip and 5 sodas we were under $200 so it's not overpriced.

Jamie T.

My son and I were in this restaurant on 3/26/24. Nothing wrong with the food. After my son ate, he told me his stomach hurt. He's 9. I told him to go use the bathroom. As he was walking, I noticed him not walking in a straight line and all of a sudden he collapsed. I ran over. He told me he felt dizzy. I brought him back to the table and he was terrified and kept yelling that he didn't feel well. I tried to take him to the bathroom which was upstairs. He can't walk and falls again. I kept yelling I need help. NOBODY CAME OVER. I get him up the stairs to the bathroom and he just doesn't look right. I run down the stairs and tell someone my son is upstairs dizzy and ask for a cup of water. The woman took at least five minutes to get the water. I bring it up to him and after drinking, he looks a little better. We go back to the table and the waitress comes over and asks if everything is ok. Meanwhile, I am visibly distraught and shaking and I said no, my son is dizzy and this has never happened before, just bring me the check please. She says let me get someone for you. The manager walks over. Although she was very nice, I felt like she was asking information and writing down my information just to cover their behinds just in case, which I get but still. She asks if I need her to do anything. I said I have no idea, we aren't from here, we're from New York. She asks if I wanted her to google urgent cares. I said no, I am able to do that. She asks if I want security to come over and tells me they have a first aid kit but aren't certified. I said no. I then tell her, that not one of her staff members helped me, when my son was on the floor, I yelled and said I need help. Not one person came over. I was hysterical crying and he was crying and nobody bothered to see if we needed help. I was alone with my child who could not walk and nobody cared. That is unacceptable. Waiting five minutes for a cup of water when I tell them my 9 year old is dizzy is unacceptable. Maybe the staff needs some training on empathy.

Donna Anderson

We decided to have Easter Brunch at your restaurant. Great venue, beautiful location, great atmosphere, and parking; however, food was less than satisfactory. Chef should observe what is being eaten and what is left on the plate. Over 80% of the food ordered by a party of at 16 people was left uneaten. Wait staff was vey accommodating and friendly though. Simple orders like eggs, wings, and steak were wasted. Great drinks though! Not sure if we will return

Tarit R.

We ordered the Friday special which was all you can eat Fish fry. The fish fry was a bit oily. The tea cake on the side and the tartar sauce were good. The place was buzzing though

Frank B. Woods SR

Great time...great service!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 4

PJ C.

Stopped in for lunch on a Monday and was surprised to see so many people here. It turns out a big tour group was here taking up two or three large tables. This place is plenty big so that was not an issue. Our waitress was super friendly. The menu is pretty typical for a place that caters to motorcycle fans - lots of barbecue and burgers. I ordered their special Guinness wings which were very good but very pricey (actually everything on the menu seemed pricey but that is apparently the case at many restaurants these days). My dad got the beef brisket sandwich which he like a lot. It was so big he took half home for dinner! Overall a good place with lunch near downtown that is easy to get to with lots of free parking. A good option even if not visiting the very good museum.

Dana L.

Good atmosphere & mixed crowd..very non- pretentious vibe. Didn't try any cuisine, just a few drinks. Good place to vibe & people watch.

Atmosphere: 4

Service: 5

Yolanda West

I ordered for delivery lastnight. 1 of the meals was the BBQ plate. I ordered brisket with links. I received the links, but NO BRISKET. I called. They were sorry. I began to eat the food I did receive and found a piece of RUBBER BAND in the jicama slaw. Ewww. I was done. Super dissatisfied and disappointed. I have pictures and the slaw with rubber band if proof is needed.

Food: 3

Service: 1

Mickey Klein

Best fish fry. Get Kim. She's the best server very

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Wisconsin Fish Fry, French Fries, Mac & Cheese, Burnt Ends, Pulled Pork, Motor Burger

Mitch

Food was amazing, great atmosphere and our server Jess Z was beyond outstanding, Best service ever!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich, French Fries, Pulled Pork, Coleslaw

B&J P

The all you can eat fish fry was great. Service was

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Katie B

What a great experience. We celebrated a family birthday with a party of 9. Our waitress was fantastic. Very attentive. Anticipated our needs. We brought a cake. She provided a generous ice cream sundae for the birthday boy. Food was so good. Monster Burger was perfect. Plenty to split b/w two. Need knife and fork! Brisket baked potato was a delicious satisfying lighter option. Cheese curds were perfectly done.We will be back for happy hour.Location is easy on easy off I94.Parking: It was busy for a Sunday. Many people visiting museum store and restaurant. Parking was not an issue.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: BBQ Plates, Burger

Trina Molnar

Wasn't crowded so parking was easy. Prices are reasonable. The brisket nachos were good.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Brisket Nachos

Cdub3476

Our waitress was not what i normally get. She didn't get it right the 1st time. Had us wait for the receipt. We left the bill and tip on the table, luckily i had cash and not a card.

Teahla Baka

Slow service, but cool

Atmosphere: 4

Service: 3

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