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Overlooking Milwaukee’s breathtaking lakefront, Harbor House delivers an unparalleled dining experience where fresh seafood meets spectacular views. Our premier downtown venue features the freshest seafood flown in daily from both coasts and the city’s only lakefront raw bar, creating a stunning backdrop for memorable events. With a sophisticated private dining room and expansive outdoor patios adorned with Adirondack chairs, Harbor House offers an elegant New England-style setting that showcases panoramic views of Lake Michigan, the Milwaukee Art Museum, and the city’s iconic skyline. Whether hosting an intimate celebration or a grand reception, our venue promises an extraordinary culinary journey and unforgettable moments.

Facilities and Capacity
This lakefront venue offers both indoor and outdoor spaces for rehearsal dinners and private parties of up to 220 guests. The Captain’s Room features gorgeous windows that overlook Lake Michigan and the breathtaking skyline, accommodating up to 46 for a seated event or 60 for a cocktail-style reception. For a larger affair, the entire restaurant is avaible to rent, which holds 200 seated guests and offers New England decor with breath-taking views of the city skyline. Additionally, you have the option to host your ceremony or cocktail reception outdoors on the large patio, featuring a full bar and Adirondack chairs.

Services Offered
Harbor House is available for weddings, engagement parties, and bridal showers. Their services include:

  • Event planning
  • Catering
  • Special dietary accommodation menus
  • Valet parking


Cuisine
Harbor House offers a premier downtown location and the freshest seafood flown in daily from both coasts. The only lakefront venue to offer daily fresh fish and a raw bar, Harbor House has received numerous rave reviews as a fine dining destination.

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Server(s)

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Wine

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

20

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Beach
Boat/Yacht
Marina
Restaurant
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Chairs
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet

Reviews of Harbor House

D
Donna Sent on 10/04/2017
5 out of 5 rating
The rehearsal dinner we hosted for our son's wedding was everything we could have wanted. Working with Katelyn Arnold, the sales and catering manager, was a delightful and pleasant experience. Her attention to detail, friendliness and total competence made working with her an absolute pleasure! All of the plans were carried out to perfection and the evening flowed seamlessly. The food was outstanding and the view from the Captain's Room, overlooking the lake was magic. We were blessed with good weather and were able to enjoy cocktails and hors d'oeuvres on the patio. Thanks to Katelyn and the Harbor House staff for a memorable evening!
J
Julie Sent on 06/21/2016
5 out of 5 rating
We had a beautiful rehearsal dinner at Harbor House! The food, service, and room were all perfect! All of our guests were impressed with the view and how attentive staff was to their requests. I would highly recommend a rehearsal dinner at Harbor House.
K
Karin Sent on 08/06/2014
4.9 out of 5 rating
The setting, food, drinks and service were awesome and ensured a fantastic start to the wedding weekend. Danielle was very proactive and notified us a week in advance that we may have some logistic issues relating to our access of the venue. This was a result of circumstances beyond Harbor House's control. This allowed us to make appropriate arrangements to ensure all of our guests were able to make it to the venue.
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Harbor House frequently asked questions

Harbor House includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Harbor House includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Harbor House includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
The space offered by Harbor House for wedding events is known for:
  • Beach
  • Boat/Yacht
  • Marina
  • Restaurant
  • Waterfront
Harbor House offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Harbor House offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Harbor House offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Wifi
Harbor House offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Tables
Harbor House is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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