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    Ca'Lucchenzo

    4.6 (160 reviews)
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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Hazelnut chocolate cake
    Lily B.

    My son and I came here for my birthday. It was restaurant week. I had a 4 course meal with carbonara being the main dish. I also ordered the pork loin for my son. The host was brilliant saw I was in a walking boot put down a wine box for my leg. Service was a big slow. The dinner was almost like 1 hour and 45 mins, there is quite some time between courses. Ambiance was cozy, it was quite busy for a Thursday night.

    Erika C.

    I was so excited to try this place when I heard they had homemade pasta with a rotating menu so that there's always something new to try. First off, the focaccia was hands down the best bread I've ever had in my life. It was so soft with the perfect amount of seasoning/salt with olive oil for dipping. I had never had squash blossoms before and I thought they were light and flavorful. The homemade pasta dishes were both so good. Our server helped us pick out our dishes based on our flavor preferences and wine choice. I can't wait to come back!

    Beet plate
    Faith B.

    Ca'Lucchenzo remains one of Milwaukee's best under the radar restaurants. While it is well reviewed critically, I feel like too few people know about it. The atmosphere is still cozy and warm and relaxed. The waitstaff are impeccably well informed and trained and welcoming. Maggie, our server, was perfectly on point with the level of attention she gave us and the right level of celebration for our birthday dinner. The drinks are creative. All the courses are nuanced and interesting for both meat and vegetarian diners. I had a gnocchi that was the lightest and best I've ever had - a marvel. BF had a seafood dish and said the octopus was better than any he'd had in Italy and that it has ruined him for all future octopus meals. Desserts are wonderful. The bill can get high, but you won't regret celebrating a special occasion or a random Wednesday here.

    focaccia della casa
    Sheryl F.

    Wonderful dinner with excellent warm customer service. My daughter and I felt very welcome and the meal was delicious and beautifully presented. The atmosphere was comfortable and memorable. I will be back! Thank you.

    Emily S.

    We've had this place on our radar for quite some time. We were finally able to snag a reservation and try it out. And wow this place didn't have one bad bite. We had an amazing experience, all the wait staff was so extremely friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. The atmosphere was super good and We felt so welcomed here. The food was incredible, I don't think you could go wrong with anything off of the menu. I would rate Ca'Lucchenzo higher than 5/5 if I could. We will definitely come back here and will be recommending this restaurant to friends and family. Just WOW!

    Jessica C.

    Absolutely loved the food and vibes at this spot. Neighborhood feel with food that tastes like you're in Italy. Can't wait to come back and try new items as they change with the season. Service was top notch as well and made the experience.

    Pasta!
    Jasmine G.

    Received a gift card for a birthday to try this place and was very impressed! The atmosphere is very beautiful and elegant. The pasta and salad we enjoyed was so fresh. Staff was attentive and informative on the restaurant and menu.

    Pickled Ramp Deviled Egg
    Taylor C.

    We have been eager to visit this restaurant since we read about it in the local media over a year ago and finally got a chance to try it this week after running an errand in this part of town. We were NOT disappointed! The decoration inside the restaurant is pleasant and gives the impression of authenticity. Our server was quite cheerful and helpful. The menu offers a very reasonable number of choices to satisfy many. The explanation for each dish was fairly clear, although it would be even more helpful if description of each dish also uses symbols to indicate whether it contains ingredients that a significant portion of world population is intolerant of or allergic to, such as lactose or shellfish. I remember that the menu at an Italian restaurant in NYC not only uses symbols to provide this type of information but also explains that pecorino cheese is made from ewe milk and has less lactose. Since this was our first visit, we decided to order at least one dish in every section of the menu. -- From the Cicchetti section of the menu, we ordered Focaccia della Casa and Pickled Ramp Deviled Egg. The Focaccia was fluffy and rich with flavors and lots of olive oil - very different from the Focaccia we got elsewhere in the past, but we liked it. The Deviled Egg had a mild but complex flavor profile and was perfect for us to start the meal. -- From the Antipasti section, we ordered Agnolotti di Coniglio in Brodo (Rabbit-filled pasta in broth). The flavor was again subtle but very pleasing. -- The pasta dish we got was Maccaronara con Salsiccia. The pasta was perfectly prepared, and the house-made sausage and wild ramps created a memorable taste. It reminded us of the sumptuous pasta dishes that we had in Tuscany a couple of years ago. -- The main dish we shared was Branzino Selvatico in Padella. The skin of the wild mediterranean bass was crispy, and the fish was delicious. We ordered a similar dish at a well-known Italian restaurant in NYC about a year ago, but we thought that Ca'Lucchenzo's dish was clearly better. In our view, this is by far the best Italian restaurant that we've tried in Milwaukee.

    Prosciutto di Parma
    Ronda D.

    5 star all around...service, cocktails, food, ambiance...get your rezzies in now! Anthony was our waiter- fantastic. We loved him...top notch service. Explained the menu so fully- we wanted to order every item on the menu! (And almost did!) Anthony gave such great recommendations- we were not disappointed. Starters were outstanding. From the prosciutto di parma , goat cheese crostine, deviled eggs, insalata cicoria , arancino, fried baccala- each was delectable. Dinner was so delicious. Malloreddus Sardo (Gnocchi), rigatoni alla Norcina (with 7oz! Shaved Black truffle), Casarecce con Cavolfiore... each one had such flavor and we all enjoyed our dishes. Dessert was just as outstanding- I would say that this was the best tirimisu I've ever had. We also had the panna cotta, frittelle and vin santo- can't be beat...we can't wait to come back.

    Panna cotta
    Krizelle G.

    Ok so where to start??? I LOVE THIS PLACE! I cannot believe this is the first time I've ever been! The ambiance can be intimate and can be casual/hang out. This is in Wauwatosa. Parking right next to the restaurant. It doesnt say on the yelp page but I called and they do accommodate kids! They have high chairs and they are able to make a simpler pasta dish for a toddler's palate. I LOVE how accommodating they are! With a place like this, yes moms and dads, you can still go out to eat amazing food with your littles! So let's delve into the menu. They change some items around in their menu and the newest addition when we visited is the pasta with white truffles. Btw, they hand make the pasta in house and it is the most perfect texture. I was initially doubtful about my meal being completely meatless that I even requested to have a side of grilled chicken LOL. but our wonderful server insisted protein isnt really needed for this kind of dish, so i trusted his recommendation. I did not regret it! He also made it a point to inform me that the meal includes 7g of white truffles and honestly it was the most umami-ful aromatic decadent pasta dish I have ever had! I have to say I usually don't care for pasta, but THIS is a dish to EXPERIENCE! My husband ordered the veal and it was tender and perfect. They even allowed my MIL to substitute squid ink pasta to rigatoni LMAO. We had the deep friend gnocchi dough and focaccia for starters too. Semolina doughnuts are AMAZING, it came with honey and cream cheese and the panna cotta with red wine infused cherries is the most perfect way to end the meal, slightly tart, a little sweet, and of perfect consistency. Oh and before I forget, the negroni I had to have 2 because the bartender definitely pays attention to proportion when they concocted it. I will be back with my gang because this has got to be the best pasta meal i ever had in a very long time.

    Deviled Eggs with Caviar
    Paul V.

    Fabulous experience all around. The staff was so welcoming from the minute we walked in. We sat at the bar which was great as our server / bartender Jack was able to spend quality time with us explaining the menu and just having a great conversation. The menu is the perfect size - plenty of options and not overwhelming. The food was GREAT. My wife and I shared everything which was a great way to get a nice variety as it was our first time dining here. The focaccia is out of this world - so crispy on top and light and airy inside and bathed in fantastic olive oil. A couple of deviled eggs, the chicken liver crostini and the pacific barramundi sea bass crudo were a really good combo to kick off the meal. That said, the ravioli with ricotta and mushrooms and the veal chop with fontina and speck ham were the stars of the show (with the focaccia). First time here...definitely not the last. One of the top restaurants in the area.

    a table with a wine bottle and wine glasses on it
    Jen W.

    We went conveniently during white truffle season and highly recommend everyone does the same Our waitress, Annie, was absolutely wonderful! Her suggestions were spot on and she was super knowledgeable about the menu and wines. We loved sharing a white truffle pasta dish with each other - it was a perfect amount for 4 people. The focaccia is absolutely amazing and the carrot salad was like Fall in a dish. I got the Stracotta di Manzo which was a red wine braised beef shoulder with polenta - it was a decently large portion and so delicious! Truly the epitome of comfort food. The pasta dishes are on the smaller side but packed with flavor. We also got one of each dessert and loved every bite. The menu changes all the time so you might not see the same things more than once which is both good and bad when things are this tasty! Super cute date night spot with a beautifully crafted menu and a staff who are passionate about the food. Absolutely looking forward to our return!

    Mocktail
    Isabella K.

    I had an amazing experience at Ca'Lucchenzo and will now be recommending it to everyone. The Fried Baccala was an amazing starter. It was light and crispy. The squid ink aioli was a unique touch. Don't be afraid to try it! For an entree, I ordered the Ravioli Doppio di Agnello e Polenta, which is a double ravioli of lamb and polenta, roasted shallot, parmigiano-reggiano. The ravioli was essentially two connected tubes of pasta -- one with polenta, one with lamb. The combination was splendid. Our server, I think her name was Annie, was spectacular. We ordered everything she suggested and there were no misses. Everything was delectable. The food was delivered quickly and fresh silverware was brought out with each course. The vibes are great as well. It's clean and airy while still being comfortable. There aren't very many tables, so make a reservation. There is also a small parking lot along the side of the building.

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