4.7
- 4.7Food
- 4.7Service
- 4.6Ambience
- 4.5Value
Noise • Moderate
2026
From the OpenTable editors: Gregory León has earned several James Beard nominations from this compact, warmly lit room in downtown Milwaukee. His modern Iberian cooking draws on Spain and Portugal while pulling from seasonal Wisconsin produce, creating ever-changing dishes like piri piri chicken and slow-braised lamb. The beverage program is equally considered, built around small-producer wines from lesser-known Iberian appellations and indigenous grapes rarely seen this far from the source. The room itself feels less like a restaurant than a dinner party thanks to the open kitchen and the intimate scale.
Executive chef: Gregory Leon
At Amilinda, Chef Gregory León cooks to bring people together. Inspired by Spain and Portugal and rooted in Wisconsins seasons, his food reflects the people and places that shaped him. He believes hospitality begins with caring for his team and extends to every guest. His mission is simple: feed people well, make them feel welcome, and build community through food.
USD 60.00 per person
Prepaid
1 - 20 people
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4.7
Noise • Moderate
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Dined on 30 October 2026
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Midweek visits shine, Wednesdays if you want the Peri Peri chicken (noted as available only on Wednesday) and Thursdays for the Portuguese sandwich special.
Guests commonly describe portions as generous, several reviewers note dishes large enough to share, so you can sample small plates, an entrée, and still save room for dessert.
Yes, Amilinda's cozy, rustic dining room and many positive anniversary and special-occasion visits make it a lovely choice for a date night.
Plan a Wednesday dinner if you want the Peri Peri chicken (it’s only available then), and try Thursday evenings around 5–7 pm for the Portuguese sandwich special.
Amilinda is a small, intimate spot with a dining area of tables, counter seating that lets you watch the kitchen, a bar, and outdoor seating where guests enjoyed the breeze.
A guest visited Amilinda with their dog Oscar and reports the chef warmly engaged with the pooch, even bringing water and carrots during the meal.
Amilinda fills up at peak times, reviewers describe waits and even sold‑out entrees on a Friday night, so reservations are wise; other evenings, guests note the dining room can be quite quiet.
Yes, reviewers mention enjoying the outside breeze during visits, indicating an outdoor seating option guests have used.
Amilinda feels warm and intimate, rustic, Iberian‑influenced decor and counter seating let you watch Chef Gregory León at work, creating a cozy space with a lively, energetic buzz.
A guest brought their dog, Oscar, during a visit, Chef Greg greeted the pooch and even brought water and treats, showing a warm, pet‑friendly moment that occurred there.
Casual dress is the guide, comfortable, relaxed clothing is appropriate, though many guests still dress up a touch for anniversaries and special occasions.
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