Calogero's is hands down my latest favorite cocktail bar! Designed perfectly to give you a classic speakeasy experience. The ambiance is perfect for after-dinner drinks with friends or date night. Our bartenders were attentive and the drinks were phenomenal. We also tried a couple menu items and they were both delicious! Will definitely make Calogero's a part of my cocktail bar rotation! read more

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Highlights 1) Cool Ambiance 2) Great Cocktails 3) Food Available Welcome tot the neighborhood Calegero's! BayView has been needing another great cocktail spot so I was so excited to hear that this was opening up! Calegero's doesn't take reservations but we were able to get a table for two right away despite it being quite busy. There is indoor and outdoor seating available! The ambiance is dark, moody and cool. There are some slot machines in the back so it's a blend of upscale cocktail bar with some Midwest flair. Service was fast and friendly throughout. I was particularly impressed with the expansive cocktail list! There were probably 7-8 different takes on Italian spritzes which I love! Food options include cheese and charcuterie plates, flatbreads, and Italian sandwiches. Limited gluten free options but our server did say they plan to offer gluten free flatbreads in the future. Can't wait to come back! read more

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You'd never know that this cocktail lounge has only been open a few weeks. Owned by the fine gentlemen from Santinos (a few blocks away and WELL worth a visit) it checks the boxes: *Really well designed interior that channels 30's Italian without being tacky *Well made, delicious cocktails *Thoughtful (though limited( food - snacks and flatbreads *Friendly staff We stopped early so it was a bit quiet but was filling up after 5pm - things were running very smoothly in terms of food & service. The nattily-dressed owners are hands on (pretty much always onsite when we've gone to Santinos) and made the rounds to chat with folks. I don't know if the name here is a nod to "A Bronx Tale" or not....but if someone told me "now youse can't leave" I'd be fine with that. Thumbs up!! read more

We were so excited to try the spinoff of Santinos. Be warned there is a very limited menu mostly of flatbread pizzas. For three people we got two of the pizzas and had almost 3/4 of one left. We tried the Bianca and the Pizza Il Fico. We enjoyed both of them because they were so different. The Bianca was a very simple cheese but they use some of the best tasting cheese which makes it extra tasty. The Il Fico is a unique blend of salty, sweet and crunch with the arugula which we really loved. Let's just call this place a cocktail bar. We didn't go for any of their signature drinks but in hindsight should have done that because regular drinks were almost the same price as their signature drinks so next time I'll get the Tiramisu drink. The best is the decor which similar to Santinos has the retro 50/60s vibe with many gangster touches. The stained glass was a gift to the bar from a family member of Frank Balistreri plus a picture of Al Capone. The red lighting creates an intimate vibe but you might need a flashlight to read your menu of you're old like me lol. It's a very small place and I'm anticipating it will get crazy busy. Seating is limited to 40 max so reservations are in order. The only thing I didn't get about the bar were the gaming machines which just didn't fit. I love a great machine but I didn't think that and the pull tab machine fit. They are working on an outside area that looks super chill. Everyone is incredibly friendly. Service was slightly slow but it's the first week so I'm sure they will dial this in soon. The sign on the door recommends upscale dress but we were in jeans and they didn't mind. I can see this as a great date place to get dressed up in a very romantic and intimate atmosphere. read more

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What a great addition to Bayview! Taking an old classic that had lost its appeal and sprucing it up! A great selection of wines, smaller list but you can tell they took the time to curate a great wine list. I appreciate the tradition of a small Italian wine glass. Service is great from the greeting at the door to feeling like family when you're there. Can't wait for any special happy hours or special events at this great new location! read more

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Went opening day and while they are still working out the minor details, the service and drinks were spot on! Would recommend the tiramisu ice cream drink! Large list of martinis, cocktails, wine, beer, and small bites. You can tell lots of details went into the design of the interior and soon to be outside patio. This place has the Bay View charm and a great addition to the neighborhood! read more

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Calogero's is such a fantastic extension to Santino's Little Italy down the block! The atmosphere is intimate and familial. Staff is attentive and thorough. So many drinks on the menu to choose from means plenty of reasons to be back along with the tasty flatbread selection. read more

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My girlfriend and I decided to stop in here before our dinner reservation to grab a drink and we were impressed with basically everything. The variety of drinks from martinis, specialty cocktails, spritz's, and more. Our bartender was very courteous, pleasant, and quick and I wished we could've stayed for more than one drink! We loved the Italian vibe of the place and will definitely be coming again. read more

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We stopped in for cocktails on Saturday evening and had a great time! The space is so cute, I love how they decorated. It is very cozy and would make for a great date spot. While they were very busy, all the servers were so kind and accommodating. We had other dinner plans so just ordered drinks and we all loved our cocktails. The food looked and smelled amazing, so I will definitely be back to try that next! read more

Calogero’s - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Calogero's, as all of Milwaukee seems to know, is the Italian-style bar run by the good folks at Santino's Restaurant. Calogero's has an amazing publicist, because not only is everyone talking about the bar, but the place was packed on a Wednesday night. My spouse and I were fortunate to find two seats at the bar. Much of the staff from Santino's was brought over, and they are trained well. Professional and helpful, they will ensure your evening goes smoothly. The decor echoes Santino's, creating a dark, sultry effect that emulates the La Dolce Vita of 1950s and 1960s Rome. It's a wonderful attempt, but after spending much time in Rome, I was fully aware this was Milwaukee. However, Calogero's is cool for the Cream City. What I particularly enjoyed was the amazing selection of Amaro. It's a favorite apertif of mine, and I tried three of them on Calogero's menu. They were all delicious, especially the Bitter Truth EXR. Appetizers are served as well. Calogero's is a hip bar that adds a touch of sophistication to Bay View's burgeoning scene. read more

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Brand new and so good! I had been to the Bay Street pub that used to occupy this building and absolutely love the updates made to this place! Will definitely be back to try the food but my biscotti old fashioned was delicious and there were many other cocktails I wanted to try! The wine list looked great as well! Would love to sit at the bar for a nice pre-dinner drink! read more

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Great atmosphere and tremendous alcoholic beverages Outstanding service and great location

Visiting from out of town, we sat on the lovely patio, Great service, flatbread fresh and delicious and the citrus basil martini perfecto