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Antigua Real
Categories: Restaurants Latin American Restaurants Mexican Latin American, Mexican [Edit]
355 Bay View RdMukwonago, WI 53149
(262) 363-3355
- Price Range:
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$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Takes Reservations:
- Yes
- Delivery:
- No
- Take-out:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Good For:
- Lunch, Dinner
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
7 reviews for Antigua Real
7 reviews in English
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Review from Tonya C.
6/12/2007
Another Antigua in the Milwaukee region... and another thumbs-up! As far as I know, the owners of the two restaurants are not related or affiliated, and yet somehow the style conveyed is similar. Antigua Real has built a fascinating space with an art gallery aspect to it (I really enjoyed sitting by the waterfall near the booths--which have a pergola "ceiling" below a deep blue-purple ceiling that intimates the night sky). There's even a small gift shop near the entry that sells local handicrafts from Central America.
The interesting twist on these guys' menu is that it feels typical-American-expectation friendly... They don't include the refried beans that EVERY other Mexican/Latin American restaurant gives you; instead you get tasty fire-roasted vegetables like zucchini, squash, and peppers. And while their rice is a pilaf of some kind, it is spiced slightly differently from such creations of my previous experience. I had a fantastic adobado pork dish with a nice compliment of roasted pineapple to give you a contrast to the spices on the pork. And the horchata was creamy and delicious, while our standard barometer of performance, the flan, exceeded expectations with the abundant caramel sauce underlying the custard... and the surrounding swirls of whipped cream.
For the price, these guys are definitely worth an evening's expedition. They offer a fully stocked bar, and while the waitresses were very suburban high-school youths, we were well taken care of even while we didn't really expect much out of the experience. We will absolutely be returning. -
Review from Richard R.
Barrington, IL
11/6/2011 1 Check-in Here
We stopped here after spending the day at Old World Wisconsin. I was a little hesitant to write a review because after spending five hours hiking, pond water and tree bark would have tasted good to me. ;-)
However, hiking merely made us appreciate a good meal all the more -- and we had a very nice meal here. Plus, service was very prompt and our server very knowledgeable about their menu and drink options.
Speaking of drinks, they have New Glarus Spotted Cow on tap. It's a favorite of my son and I'd never had it. It was delish!
Finally, be sure to check out their extensive selection of specialty coffee drinks. It's pretty exceptional, with a lot of easily comparable to what you'd find in a Starbucks. Plus, they have a couple of options that you would not find elsewhere -- like "Café con Miel" -- which is espresso, milk & honey. -
Review from Blondie R.
Alamo, CA
11/18/2011
I'm from Wisconsin, but live in California now, and was back visiting. I came here with my sister-in-law, and she has been here before and said it was good. The place is decorated great, and I enjoyed looking at all the ceramic masks on the walls. The chips and salsa were OK, but I'm used to hot salsa now, and it could have been kicked up a few notches. On the other hand, it was too hot for sister-in-law! I really wanted Mexican eggs, but they weren't on the menu. Our wonderful server said that if it wasn't on the menu, I couldn't order it. OK, I just needed some Mexican food; I was "in withdrawal" for Mexican food. I ordered the cheese enchiladas, and sister-in-law ordered the beef enchiladas. Sister-in-law said that her enchiladas were greasy, not as good as last time. My enchiladas were OK, the beans were good, but the rice tasted greasy. Sister-in-law ordered the fried ice cream, and I had a few bites. It was tasty, and even though sister-in-law said that it wasn't the best fried ice cream she ever had, she ate it all! Would I come back? Yeah. It wasn't the best Mexican food I ever had, but it was definitely OK. Put the Huevos Mexicanos on the menu! Por favor!!!
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Review from evan c.
1/4/2010
I'm a huge fan of Antigua Real. I think it far outdistances all other Mexican/Latin restaurants in the metro Milwaukee area. The breakfasts are interesting and well prepared, they serve Alterra coffee and steam the cream for your coffee in the espresso machine.
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Review from Meggie G.
Machesney Park, IL
6/18/2009 2 photos
Yep- this is a good one! It's hard to find original dishes at most Mexican restaurants. (No offense!) This place includes a number of Spanish and Central American-influenced dishes, which I found interesting. If you travel through WI in business, I would recommend the stop!
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Review from Carolyn B.
Chicago, IL
12/27/2007
While I would describe this food Latin American with an American influence, I must emphasize that Antigua Real is nothing like the Mexican-American over-salted crap that resembles $10.99 Taco Bell that you may find at other restaurants. The ingredients are fresh and the menu promises items both standard and unique. Each time I have been here I have enjoyed the interior. The service is inconsistent but better in the summer when they staff college students. Definitely worth the drive.
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Review from Stacy T.
Chicago, IL
12/27/2007
I agree with Tonya, this place is great! I was so impressed with my dinner, with the service, and with all of the tasty margarita options. I honestly can't remember what I ordered, but do know it was not the standard boring veggie option. And, my leftovers didn't even make it to the next day. I'll be going back for sure.
