La Dama Mexican Kitchen & Bar

Buzzy, intimate dining room adjacent to the open concept kitchen. Great date spot. Favorite bite was the vegetable tlayuda. Rich flavors, complex textures on top of a perfectly crunchy tortilla.

First time at La Dama, but it's been on our list for a while. We have been trying to keep up with the many new restaurants that have opened in Milwaukee, and this has been one of the best, all around experiences! So glad that we stopped and will definately be back. Had a 6:00 reservation on a Saturday night. Got seated right away. We had a few choices, inside, outside or a little spot right at the end of the bar, which we took. Turned out to be a very good choice in seating. The bartender was our server, and he did an incredible job the entire night. (Thanks Aton) And we got a great view of the work in the micro-kitchen on the other side. All the staff were super friendly, helpful and efficient. We started with a couple of drinks, a Margarita and Old Fashioned. Each of them was a unique blend of ingredients with a seasoned salt along the rim. Also placed a order of their guacamole which was fresh, tastely and inventive. Who puts Pomegrate seeds in Guac! So unique and yummy! We order a combination of Tacos, Grilled Shrimp, and Octopus. Each of them was fresh, hot, flavorful, and inventive (there's that word again). It's a small place, with an even smaller kitchen. The entire staff was working hard to make and serve. You should plan according, and give yourself 1.5 hrs, so as to not feel rushed. We will definately be back, and maybe save room for dessert. And maybe try the beautiful outdoor patio too.

If I could give 10 I would have given 10 Out of 10 due to the great cozy atmosphere and phenomenal food. Great service and Anton was awesome

This was my first time at La Dama and it was excellent!! Delicious, intentionally crafted food with interesting and balanced flavors. As a pescatarian, I especially loved the vegetable tlayuda and tostada de pulpo. Great service and casual, fun environment.

Hands down the best Mexican cuisine in SE Wisconsin. Do not judge this book by the cover. Show up ready to step out of your normal boundaries and order a broad range of items to share so you don't miss out on this amazing menu. Can't wait for our friends and family to experience this great spot!

This place makes me reconsider all of my previous 5⭐ reviews. La Dama is Mexican mixed with high end better than anything I've ever experienced. Cocktails are perfectly balanced, not filled with ice, and big. Appetizers are strong and the tacos are incredible. Can't say anything negative about this place. If you haven't been here...add it to your list immediately.

We had a great experience at La Dama on Friday evening! It was our first time dining there, so we weren’t sure what to expect, but the service was EXCELLENT - Carmen was incredibly kind, warm, attentive and helpful. Every dish we had was delicious and unique. Highly recommend the vegetable tlayuda, octopus tostada, and the salmon. The salmon was perhaps the best cooked restaurant salmon I’ve ever had; tender, moist, and flavorful. All of the flavors were so complex but balanced! Cannot say enough good things about La Dama - we will be back!!!

Huge selection of AUTHENTIC Mexican Cuisine. Quesadilla de Flor de Calabaza! Blue corn tortilla, squash blossoms, panela cheese, grilled zucchini and tomatoes, salsa macha, oregano crema. Only available while it lasts, so don't delay! AND not to be forgotten - $2 Oysters today and every Thursday! See you soon! La Dama is open Tuesday - Saturday