PoeticVisuals: @BoomLockDown ill prolly use that next year.. lol in a month or so, Silent Treatment by the Roots soundin perfect for now thanx
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Crunchynurse: Real #hcr? Don't eat grain fed beef/dairy or chicken/eggs fed "vegetarian diet." That's recipe 4 <3 attack. Cows eat grass, ckns eat bugs
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puckdrop: @sjhalestorm love John Mayer but he shouldn't need some social media stunt to pick a team. Passion picks a team or roots, etc #puckdrop
about 27 minutes agoCrunchynurse: @reformedliving Real #hcr? Don't eat grass-fed beef, dairy or eggs fed a "vegetarian diet"? That's a recipe for heart-attacks.
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Ziggybadass: RT @MarinCarmel: @ziggybadass so if imma #dtownchick dat lives n htown now, do I swallow or spit...I'm confused j/p lol»»go with roots lol
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Roots is open for Sunday brunch, too. |
 | By Molly Snyder Edler   OnMilwaukee.com Staff Writer E-mail author | Author bio More articles by Molly Snyder Edler |
| Published Oct. 22, 2009 at 8:24 p.m. |
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October is the third annual Dining Month on OnMilwaukee.com. All month, we're stuffed with restaurant reviews, delicious features, chef profiles, unique articles on everything food, as well as the winners of our "Best of Dining 2009."
Roots Restaurant & Cellar
1818 N. Hubbard St., (414) 374-8480
www.rootsmilwaukee.com
Roots makes all of its food from scratch and with seasonal ingredients. The owners are passionate supporters of sustainable agriculture and aquaculture, so all of the meats are naturally raised and the fish is sashimi grade, wild caught, flown in whole and filleted on site. Plus, most of the vegetables are locally grown.
Roots has a full bar featuring a good wine selection, and upon request will modify dishes to accommodate vegetarians. A couple of vegetarian dishes, including the praised tempura tofu, ($18), are on the menu.
Menu: Upscale American.
Price: Moderate.
When to go: Roots is no longer open for lunch, so evening is the time to go. Sunday brunch is served, too.
Dress: Casual is acceptable, but feel free to spruce up for a Roots experience. The well-dressed will feel comfortable here, too.
Don't miss: The amazing view of Downtown. Take a moment to gaze, even if your table is not near the massive windows.
Parking: Street parking is the only option, but it's not usually a problem because Roots is located in a quiet neighborhood.
1818 N. Hubbard St.
Milwaukee, WI 53212
(414) 374-8480
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Posted by speakthetruth on Oct. 24, 2009 at 9:11 a.m. (report)
Roots used to be pretty amazing, but now seems much more hit or miss in terms of the quality of the preparation and most notably, the service. They seem to have a high degree of turnover outside of a few core staff members. I've taken to actually asking for specific servers, even if it means a sub par view. Some people do the same for menu options, but I find that having a wonderful, talented, professional server is just about as important as what's on the plate when you are considering the entire dining experience.
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Posted by sss79 on Oct. 23, 2009 at 5:36 p.m. (report)
"Milwaukee is still lacking a good brunch place." I suggest Trocadero.
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Posted by DowntownRed on Oct. 23, 2009 at 12:55 p.m. (report)
While the view from the front of the restaurant is nice, the ambiance towards the back is a different story. Electrical cords wound through a wall decoration, drop tile ceiling that has seen better days and a clear view into the storage area makes you fell like Roots is not quite sure what they want to be; upscale or country diner. I've only done brunch here and it was okay. Milwaukee is still lacking a good brunch place. We need First Watch to come here!
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Posted by rkerhin on Oct. 23, 2009 at 10:04 a.m. (report)
I think Roots is reasonably priced considering the quality of ingredients. Brunch is around 35-40 for two entrees, 2 bloody marys, 2 beers and 2 coffees. Drink less or not at all and you can have a fantastic entree for around 8-10 dollars. This is the best brunch in town, the food is delicious and beautiful.
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Posted by Mside on Oct. 23, 2009 at 8:36 a.m. (report)
Sadly, Roots is a little too pricey for it to be a regular (or even semi-regular) haunt. The last time I went was for brunch and they had a steak and eggs with pork belly special. Far and away the best breakfast I've ever had the pleasure of eating.
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