Savor, Sip, and Play: Three Potawatomi Date Ideas Under $100

With over ten restaurants, Potawatomi is your one-stop shop for a date night filled with good food, drinks, entertainment, and excitement for any budget. We compiled a list of three date night ideas ranging from least to most expensive, with a bonus date idea at the end! The best part of planning a date night at Potawatomi? Free. Parking. You don't have to worry about finding a spot on busy Milwaukee streets or paying for parking at Potawatomi! We have that covered.

$50 and below

Going on a date at Potawatomi doesn't cost a fortune, nor do you even have to eat the same food! Visit any one of the five restaurants at Potawatomi Marketplace or Street Eatz for delicious, affordable food.

At Potawatomi Marketplace, take your pick from

• Burger Co. – Milwaukee's Finest Meals offers a cheeseburger, chicken sandwich, fish sandwich, and sides, including cheese curds or hand-cut fries.
• Project Pizza Co. - We have six different Neapolitan-style Pizzas: Cheese, Boar's Head pepperoni, and Chicken Bacon Ranch. They also offer a Pizza-Less option, including a Caesar salad to which you can add grilled chicken!
• Queen of Ramen - Choose from four entrees! The original ramen bowl, Queen of Ramen, is a fried rice bowl to which you can add meat like crispy chicken or shrimp, pepper steak, and orange chicken wings. Pair your entrée with either a pork and vegetable eggroll, ground pork dumpling, or both!
• The Gilded Cleaver – Enjoy one of five specialty sandwiches that are made using the finest ingredients, including Boar's Head deli meat. All the sandwiches are made on your choice of house-made bread! Maybe even try their soup of the day!
• Taco Spot - This restaurant offers modern Mexican cuisine, including street tacos, quesadillas, a street burrito, and nachos! To complete your meal, add sides like chips and salsa, refried beans, or cilantro rice.
• Mini and WOW – When you finish dinner, indulge in a sweet treat from Mini and WOW. They have:
  • BYO cookies, where you can choose your cookie base and add icing and toppings to make it uniquely you!
  • Order single-slices or whole cakes
  • House-made donuts
  • Milkshakes
  • Ice cream: You can choose up to two toppings to add to strawberry, vanilla, or chocolate ice cream!

At Street Eatz, you can enjoy one of Milwaukee's favorite street foods and slushy cocktails. Enjoy food choices like

• Tacos – including chicken, shrimp, and bison chili fry bread.
• BBQ – options include a brisket or pulled pork sandwich, loaded mac & cheese, or ribs.
• Sausages – choose from Spicy Italian, Beer-braised brat, Polish, or Vienna Beef Hot Dog. You can choose from either a pretzel bun or a poppy seed bun.
• Chicken – Choose between chicken tenders or fried chicken that comes in either 2 or 4 pieces with your choice of side.
• Burgers – Pick between a classic, BBQ, or Pork Belly for your burger combo which includes either fried cheese curds, tater tots, or pickle fries.

Both Potawatomi Marketplace and Street Eatz are conveniently located on the casino floor, offering easy access to your gaming needs. Impress your date with your skills in table games, or test your luck on one of our many slot machines!

In the mood for drinks? Visit the Small Bar at the Marketplace, where they serve specialty cocktails and have daily happy hour. Enjoy unique beverages like a Watermelon Paloma or a Tom Collins for less than $15!

Or, if you want to stay in the action, have a drink at either ElevenHundred Bar and Lounge or Bar 360. These bars are located in the center of the gaming floor action and provide easy access to get back out there and win!

What is the best part about enjoying a date night at Potawatomi Casino & Hotel besides the free parking? No matter when you visit us, we always have something going on! Each visit will be a different experience, from live music to casino events that offer endless date night possibilities.

Click here for an in-depth look at all Marketplace options.

View the entire Street Eatz menu here.

$50 to $80

Are you looking for a traditional restaurant-style date? Look no further than Rock & Brews, RuYi, or The Kitchen. These options are available if you want a more intimate setting but don't want to break the bank. 

Rock & Brews is our new premiere dinner location that pays tribute to classic rock bands. On the casino's second floor, Rock & Brews showcases hand-painted artwork and musically inspired décor. Each menu category is musically inspired, including opening acts for appetizers, rock star tacos, headliner sandwiches, and encores for desserts. You'll enjoy hand-crafted American food and can choose from over 50 craft and classic beers.

For those with a food sensitivity or allergy, Rock & Brews does offer gluten-free options.

If live music is your scene, dine at Rock & Brews on a Friday or Saturday night to listen to local musicians at our one-of-a-kind stage. You may even catch a celebrity sighting!

Say you and your date are in the mood for Asian food, but you like Chinese food, and they enjoy Thai food. Not a problem. RuYi, located on the first floor, offers a menu full of authentic Vietnamese, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, and Thai cuisine. They even serve desserts like Mandarin yuzu cheesecake, flavored ice creams, and cakes.

If you enjoy sushi dates, visit RuYi will be your new go-to spot. We've got some of the best sushi in Milwaukee. Made fresh right in front of your eyes, you will remember the gorgeous restaurant or its tasty fare.

If your date is into sports, we have that covered! Visit the newly opened Sportsbook at Potawatomi Casino & Hotel to dine at The Kitchen, which offers pub-style food while you watch your favorite sporting event on one of our massive T.V. screens. Not only does the Kitchen have your favorite burgers and sandwiches, but it also has brunch! Let The Kitchen at the Sportsbook be your place for those mid-morning games.

Place a bet on any games or sporting events at any time of the day for your chance to win BIG.

A unique feature of our sportsbook? We have a recording and podcast studio, so you might even catch a live recording! Just look for the "On AIR" sign. How cool is that?

$100+

If you are looking for a more elegant place for a date, let's say, to celebrate an anniversary or pop the big question, look no further than Dream Dance Steakhouse. Walk through the steakhouse's doors into a quiet, intimate setting and enjoy delicious food and drinks. You can choose from one of our 200 bottles of wine or specialty-selected spirits. Start supper with tasty appetizers such as house-made cheesy garlic bread or lobster risotto. Our many entrees include chicken, seafood, and steak options. Compliment your entree with one of our nine side options, including forged mushrooms and classic or lobster mac & cheese. Add one of our crisp, fresh salads or a warm and comforting soup. Round out dinner with one of our decadent desserts, such as the Millionaire Bar or seasonal sorbet.

Dream Dance Steakhouse offers a $75 Sunday Dinner For Two special, including a Caesar salad, bone-in ribeye steak to share, and a side with mashed potatoes and asparagus. It concludes with a Chocolate Crème Brûlée dessert. Choose a bottle of white or red wine from our manager-selected wine list included in this special.

Not ready for the night to be over? Then look no further than booking a room at our hotel! We have plenty of rooms for you to choose from, from standard rooms to suites with stand-alone and whirlpool tubs! In the morning, grab a delicious breakfast from Canal Street Café, located in the hotel lobby.

No matter how you spend your evening, this is a date you will talk about for a while!

Take a peek at what Dream Dance Steakhouse has to offer here.

BONUS – Weekend Getaway!

Do you want to make your date a romantic, fun getaway but avoid traveling far? Look no further than Potawatomi Casino Hotel in Carter, Wisconsin. Potawatomi Casino & Hotel Carter is located idyllically in the Northwoods, just a quick 3-hour drive from Milwaukee. It gives you a feeling of going away without traveling too far from home!

In the mood for some food after your long drive? There are two dining options at Potawatomi Casino & Hotel Carter: Rock & Brews and The Springs. The Springs offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner, making staying at the casino during your getaway easy.  

At Rock & Brews, start with one of our five opening acts! Choose from R&B cheese curds or cheeseburger rolls to start your evening. What to try something new? Try our Rockin' House Margarita, or Kokomo Mojito drinks with your meal! Then, choose your main course from the selection of wings, salads, tacos, burgers or sandwiches, and even pizza. Pair your burger or sandwich with one of our five B-Sides including French fries, fresh fruit, or onion rings. Close out your night with encores, including Purple Rain Drops, chocolate-filled French donuts with drizzled raspberry sauce and whipped cream, or a Giant Brownie Sundae.

Potawatomi Casino & Hotel Carter has over 500 slot machines and multiple table games for your gaming pleasure. They even have an electronic Blackjack table available 24 hours a day for guests! Potawatomi Casino & Hotel Carter has a Sportsbook area on the first floor with kiosks you can use 24/7.

Let's not forget about the 'stay' part of the getaway. Potawatomi Casino & Hotel Carter offers multiple rooms to fit any budget. You will find comfort and relaxation between gaming sessions from a standard double queen room to a signature king suite. Unique to our Carter location is that we have an indoor pool and hot tub for guests to enjoy! Take advantage of our Stay & Play packages starting at $150! Our weekday and weekend packages include $40 in reward play and $20 for food and beverages! (P.S. The Carter property has a pool!)

If you decide to travel to the Northwoods in your RV, you'll be glad you stopped at Potawatomi Casino Hotel Carter. We currently have 20 RV parking sites, which include complimentary electric hookups and a dump station! You can even purchase a public access pass to use the hotel pool and fitness area during your stay.

To book your stay at Potawatomi Casino Hotel Carter, visit their page here.

More than just a casino, both Potawatomi Casino & Hotel locations can offer a date night or stay full of good food, entertainment, and excitement!