It was our very great pleasure to celebrate Chinese New Year at MEIJI Chinese and Japanese Restaurant in Waukesha, WIsconsin with our very happy sellers who just received an offer on their home. Mrs. Seller is an oriental gourmet cook and in fact teaches cooking classes so we knew that their menu recommendations would be wonderful and we were not at all disappointed !
We followed our guests recommendation in their restaurant choice….a new restaurant owned by an experienced restauranteur,, a friend of our guests who paid meticulous attention to every aspect of our dining experience. We each had a different entrée and shared tasty tidbits around the table.
The appetizer was a specially prepared sushi…beautifully presented and the flavorful shrimp had sides of soy ….and for the more adventurous, Wasabi sauce.
David had the Beef in Sichuan SpicyBroth (#40) which came in a huge deep bowl complimented by a smaller bowl of rice. This entrée had two peppers pictured next to it indicating it was quite spicy…just the way he likes it. I chose a milder dish. #49. Scallion Lamb. A heaping platter size survey beautifully presented with a side of fresh vegetables elegantly arranged was outstanding…flavorful stir fried lamb with garlic and onion…very tender.
We ate in the Chinese dining room..there is also a Japanese dining room..you may choose either one and combine entrée items from either culture. Our guests reported that many other entrees and soups …including the legendary hot and sour (a cure of any congestion….or in case you still have your tonsils…WOW ! ) were worth comng back to try….as they had done many times.
A visit to MEIJI Cuisine is so much more than reading the menu and sampling the entrees, appetizers, soups and desserts...it is an indulgence in a cultural experience. In addition to an extensive menu, you can drink in the atmosphere and have a drink at the American bar that has its own extensive menu. You may choose one of your old favorites OR be adventurous and treat yourself to a sip from their selection of japanese whisky, sake and plum wine and other signature cocktails.Enjoy an appetizer with your cocktail...or make this your new place for a nightcap. Like the description we see in real estate...this restaurant and bar is "bigger than it looks" and you will want to experience it all.
Meihi Cuisine is very conveniently located at:
2503 Plaza Court, Waukesha,WI
To natives, if that doesn't sound familiar, it is the strip mall facing Bluemound Road just north of Barker Road.
Enjoy lunch specials, delightful dinners or cocktails:
Monday - Thursday 11-3 and 4:30 - 10 pm
Friday - Saturday 11-3 and 4:30 - 10:30 pm
Sunday 12:30 - 9:30pm
Reservations: 262-717-9858
We give this delicious experience all the stars in the Heavens and look forward to our return visits...you will too !
Experiencing the cultural diversity offered in southeastern Wisconsin is just one of the many reasons we have called the Badger state home for a lifetime, call us for a tour....and a taste of why you too will want this lifestyle experience.
Sally K. & David L. Hanson, ABR, CDPE, CSS, e-Pro,ILHM, REDS


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This is to us, an outstanding message of the season....to all of you ...your family and friends...all the best of this season and may you know the warmth and depth of the feeling this video expresses...today and all year long. I can imagine in my mind's holiday eye that this video could be done by all our friends, everywhere....one voice to the world in glorious harmony....wow ! Our wishes for the healthiest, happiest and most prosperous of the New Year to you all.
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We are going to KMart after 6 am...Don't let your kind heart and gentle spirit be a secret...make like Nike...Just Do It.....Merry Holidays...Hansons Both.
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