Walking into this cozy restaurant made me feel like in a culinary movie, so surreal. This is my first time here and the whole experience was like a dream. Every dish we had was absolutely delicious and service was outstanding. This is the place you definitely want to go to create a memorable experience!
We did the surprise tasting menu and it was excellent. The dishes were unique and full of flavor. The proteins were cooked to perfection. The scallop was awesome it melted in your mouth and the braised pistachios it came with were really interesting. I thought the portions were great and myself and the other guests in my party were very full at the end of dinner. Beverage pairing was really nice too. Service was excellent.
I have been wanting to try this place for a while...it finally happened! We celebrated our Anniversary last month and Sanford did not disappoint. We had an earlier reservation on a Tuesday.
We each did the 7 course surprise tasting menu with the wine add on... everything was perfectly presented and prepared. The pairings went together nicely and the presentation made you want to savor each bite.
The experience easily took 3 hours... we had the best of the best serving us. Great conversation, funny and very knowledgeable about what was being presented to us. Corrie Lynn really did a great job. We ended up staying until the close and Corrie Lynn and Carrie were so fantastic. I also got to meet some of the people in the kitchen that prepared our beautiful dishes. I am thrilled that I got to finally try this place and will definitely return!
We had a lovely time celebrating our anniversary at Sanford. We enjoy the 7 course tasting menu (shh... It's a surprise!). Our waitstaff did a fantastic job explaining what the food was, how it was prepped, and where it came from, which made the experience that much more interesting.
Since there are seven courses, portion sizes are pretty small, but there was plenty of food and we definitely left full. We will be back!
The staff at Sanford provided one of the best dining experiences I have ever had. From the warm welcome by the valet to the chocolates at the end of the meal, everything was fabulous! Four of us went to dinner and we all ordered differently so we could try different dishes. Needless to say, we were all happy with our decisions and only shared a little because it was all so good.
I can't imagine anything on the menu is less than stellar... even the dishes I tried that I would have passed on because of an ingredient... were delicious!
If you can, make it a point to visit Sanford, it'll be an experience you'll never forget.
Dining at Sanford is truly a memorable experience. The staff makes provides individualized attention making you feel like the only table at the restaurant. The food is exceptionally crafter by an award winning chef and beautifully presented. Try the Scallops and wine pairing with your meal!
Small, intimate restaurant that is focused on quality service and an exquisite tasting menu. We did the 4 course menu because we could choose each course rather than the surprise 7 course tasting menu. It's expensive but totally worth the money to experience the unique blends of seasonal food.
What can I really say that hasn't already been said? Outstanding dishes and service and an overall wonderful fine dining experience. The menu is ever-changing, but some highlights from my visit to Sanford were the watercress gnocchi, the seared scallops, and the butterscotch toffee tart (one of the best desserts I've ever had). Before dining here, I read a few reviews and the most recent review stated that this restaurant seemed pretentious. I can't say I agree. Sanford isn't putting on an air to pretend it's something it isn't - it's genuinely a top notch restaurant where clearly each dish and the overall experience is created with thoughtfulness and intention. All staff members we interacted with were friendly, approachable, and happy to answer any questions.
Wow! First time dining here and it was perfect for my sweethearts birthday dinner. The service was exceptional, the food was amazing and the specialty drinks unique and delicious. They do have a larger selection of wine and drinks. I highly recommend this experience. Be willing and able to pay for that experience. It's worth every dollar and I can't wait to go again.
Amazing food. Probably one of the best restaurants in Milwaukee. You don't need to drive down to Chicago to experience a high end restaurant. Sanford is definitely worth visiting at least once! I don't have the same palate as my husband, who definitely got more out of the experience than I did. I still appreciate finer foods & would recommend to those who do too!
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