We had an amazing time at their annual Galentine's dinner. All five courses were prepared fresh and…read morewere favorites of the restaurant. The beet salad was delicious. The three pasta dishes all very flavorful. The chocolate covered strawberry was a nice way to end the meal. Attention to detail was not missed from fun photo ops to a heart shaped jello on our aperol spritz. Chef Corrine came out and spoke about each dish. So great to hear about the incredible women running this place. Table decor was fun with heart shaped glasses at each spot. We for sure plan to attend next year!

Italian food is one of my favorite cuisines and I've heard about this restaurant by many foodies in…read morethe area, so I was eager to try it out! Came here on a date, and we ordered classic dishes that we love like the carbonara and bolognese pasta dishes. I tried both dishes and the carbonara was my favorite of the two, but honestly, both were not the best pasta dishes I've had at a restaurant - they were okay. We did get bread and salted butter and ordered a cup of creamy clam soup - which was delicious. I would consider the bread, soup, and cocktails the highlight of the meal. The service was great! We had a very attentive server that frequently checked in on our table and answered all of our questions. The dining area is absolutely beautiful and well lit - creating a relaxing and romantic atmosphere for our date night. While the pasta wasn't our favorite, the dining experience was still wonderful and we enjoyed the appetizers/small plates.

One of my favorite places in the city!…read more My wife took me here for my birthday and I can say this place was one of our favorite Italian spots in the city. This place is pretty intimate as it is smaller in nature and tables are fairly close so it reminded us of a more authentic Italy experience. My wife thoroughly enjoyed it as a her pasta was remarkable. We also loved their staff as they were able to get us say pretty quickly.

My buddy took me here for my birthday and it was such a wonderful experience--birthday or not…read more Staff was bright, gave wonderful recs, quick and attentive throughout our meal. We loved the wine, bread and salad; both had pasta. Great portion sizes and the flavor was rich. It was a bit loud and somewhat tight but I think the busy-ness is just a testament to how many people want to experience the restaurant and all it has to offer.

My husband and I went for a date night and it was amazing. Customer service was great! The hostess…read morewas nice and our waiter was kind. The ambiance and vibes were great. The food was delicious! I did not take a picture of my dish but my husband's pasta was yummy and so was the steak. We did not have time to try the dessert but definitely coming back to try it!

I absolutely loved and appreciated the service here! Staff was quick to get me seated and offered…read moregreat recommendations, answering questions, and checking up on me--making the dining experience even more enjoyable. I specifically came to Zarletti to try their Calamari Riplieni, which is baby calamari stuffed with jumbo lump crab, wilted tomato, bread crub, braised in a white wine tomato sauce, and chargrilled bread. This appetizer was a hit! I even ordered more bread to soak up all that juice! I also ordered the Gamberi Pancetta, which was on a rosemary stem! For the main, I ordered the Pappardelle con Funghi and added grilled chicken breast. For dessert, I ordered the Banana Semi-freddo. Can't wait to be back for the exceptional service!

This is such a quaint and romantic pasta shop! What makes this restaurant so interesting and unique…read moreis that on their menu, they write in all caps: "All items subject to change without notice." I do hope that their pistachio pasta and veal dish don't go away. For starters, I ordered the Seasonal Bruschetta, which had citrusy notes from the diced tomatoes and pickles with mortadella. For the main course, I ordered the Giovanni's Original Veal Parmesan with fettuccine alfredo. This dish is prepared in the style of Parmesan or Corletta served with your choice of pasta. The veal parmesan was nice and crispy. But the most memorable dish of the night was their Fusilloni al Pistachio. The creamy pistachio pesto, Guanciale, and Brontë pistacho panna crudo brought this dish together so well! I loved the sauce so much that I ended up pouring the sauce all over the fettuccini alfredo. Staff was very attentive and friendly--striking the perfect balance between being available when needed and allowing me to enjoy my meal at my own pace. I ended the night with a classic cheesecake, which was the perfect way to end the night.

Went on a Saturday night with no reservation and we were able to get bar seats. The bar area can…read moreturn quickly as there was quite a few people waiting for their tables. The bar area was good but can be loud. The bartender and host were very nice. We started with the bruschetta special which had fig jam, honey, chili oil, and prosciutto. We could have done without it. It sounded very interesting and just was not impressed. We got two pasta dishes to split and our favorite was the Fussalloni al pistachio, it was amazing! The sauce was delicious! The Chicken Parmesan was also really good with almost three pieces of chicken, lots of meat.

Service is always top notch! The food was delicious, we had the Taste…read moreOf Lupi and Iris. Started with goat cheese/beet salad, pasta coins, sea bass, lamp chop, and desert! Each course served in a timely manner, beautiful plating loved every course.

Located in the heart of downtown, Lupi & Iris is a gorgeous open-kitchen restaurant. I came on a…read moreweekday for dinner, and the main dining hall was all filled so we sat at the bar area, which was still lovely. Staff was very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. We started off with the Tarte au Chèvre, which is a baked goat cheese tart with smoked trout, Belgian endive, radicchio, cherry tomato and herb pistou, and the Pulpo a la Plancha, which was wood-grilled to perfection. Both appetizers were a hit! We especially enjoyed the Pulpo a la Plancha because the Spanish octopus paired so well with the Romesco sauce, chickpeas, orange and citrus vinegar. This dish was well-balanced and such a memorable dish. For the main course, we ordered the Magret De Canard and the Bistecca. The Bistecca was a wood-oven roasted 44 oz Angust porterhouse with sauteed mushrooms, cauliflower and potatoes. This entree could easily feed 4 people! I absolutely loved the steak!! We ended the night with the Pots de Creme au Caramel, which had the perfect balance of sweet and salty. Will definitely come back when I'm in Milwaukee!

LOVE Santinos in Bay View. Right away the inside of the restaurant fills you with all of the…read moreItalian culture and class! Quickly seated for our reservation and had prompt service throughout our dining. The extensive wine/cocktail/mocktail list was well crafted and refreshing. And last but not least, the food was phenomenal. Splitting pizzas and pasta dishes amongst the table was a perfect way to sample multiple items. Pizza crust and ingredients were very fresh and happy sitting in the palette! Thank you Santino's!!

First time here. Came with another couple. It was a Thursday night, and we had 6:30 reservations…read more The place is a small, friendly looking standalone building on the corner. When you arrive, there is a bar with a seating area. There is also another seating area with a separate bar, which is where we sat. What I noticed first is that there are TVs set up throughout the restaurant playing Moonstruck, the 1987 movie with Cher and Nicolas Cage. It runs continuously, and I think without sound. I didn't have a direct line of sight, but I did notice it a few times throughout the evening. It's a quirky thing, and I like it. The inside is dimly lit, but bright enough to read menus and make out all the essentials. The lighting on the bars is a rich red, and it really sets off those areas. The walls are adorned with photos of iconic Italian female movie stars like Sophia Loren. I liked the classic vibe. The place was very loud. We were seated right away and settled in with waters, drinks, and menus. Our server did a nice job walking us through the menu details. It's mostly specialty pizzas, with a few appetizers, salads, and a couple of entrees. For drinks, there were a couple of Santino Sangrias, which were unique in that they included gin, a nice touch. There was also a Paper Plane Martini, which was very good too. I mentioned before that it was loud, and it was especially loud with a large group behind us. It got much better when they cleared out. I noticed that they have sound absorbing materials on some of the walls, which probably helps, just not enough. For dinner, we started off with a couple of Caesar salads. They were a good portion and easily shared by two. The dressing was fresh and the right amount. It was a great start to the meal. I would have liked to try the calamari, but nobody else was interested, maybe next time. There were three pizzas at the table, Margherita, Paisan, and a make your own with cheese, sausage, mushroom, and onion. I decided to be different and tried the Gigante Meatball Plate. The pizzas are Neapolitan, with bubbly, charred edges. All of them had excellent presentation and flavor. Neapolitans are not known for their sturdy centers, so you have to hold on tight to keep everything from sliding off. As expected, the meatball was very large. It's served with penne pasta, which was okay, though I would have preferred spaghetti. The sauce and cheese had good flavor. A solid entree, though not amazing. We were celebrating a birthday, so we saved room for a few shared desserts. We tried the flourless cake, tiramisu, and the chocolate hazelnut gelato. They were all good choices, satisfying, but again, not amazing. Lots to like about this place. Nice atmosphere, great service (thanks Tommy), and an excellent selection of pizzas. Would come back again, and this time order one of the specialty pizzas (Da Vinci).

got tha ravioli it was #awesome! this place is fancy fancy…read more the waiters were all very sweet

I have dined here multiple times on my work visits to Milwaukee. This time I actually stayed at the…read moreWestin hotel and the room service was catered from the restaurant. I tried the Greek yogurt bowl for breakfast a couple of times and it is totally worth it. My personal favorite dinner here is the Seabass with saffron risotto. Absolutely well done Seabass, on a bed of warm, perfectly well done risotto. All the flavors come together really well. I actually had recommended this to a few other colleagues who tried it and agreed that it was awesome. Please give it a shot and enjoy.

A classy, top-tier Italian restaurant for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a nice date…read morenight, cocktails with the girls, or just some good food, you've come to the right place. At the top of the Trade Hotel, location is perfect with gorgeous views of downtown Milwaukee. I went for a bachelorette party and the staff were very accommodating, even giving the bride a free glass of champagne which was so sweet! The food is amazing! The portions were perfect, especially since pasta can go both ways. The creste de gallo was perfectly cooked and the shaved truffle on top, chef's kiss. The roasted garlic focaccia had a nice savory mascarpone sauce to dip in. Overall, a top restaurant in the Milwaukee area.

We recently enjoyed a Mother's Day dinner at Il Cervo. With construction all around parking was…read moretight but we took advantage of the valet parking. Our server greeted us right away with water, and was attentive and helpful throughout the meal. The Colombo and Spritz al Sambuca were great zero-proof options. The view of the city was the perfect backdrop for evening - we had a great view from our table, and then popped out onto the balcony to take it all in after the meal. We shared the Medjool dates as an appetizer (very good), and for entrees had pappardelle, conchiglie alla vodka (gluten-sensitive), and spicy chicken 'Parmesan' served over a creamy risotto - every single thing was delicious. We didn't save room for dessert this time but they had several delicious options. We'll be back!

I had my bridal shower in their event space on 04/11/26. It was the most magical day with all my…read moreloved ones! The staff were great - they were attentive, friendly, and overall wonderful to work with. We were able to customize our floor plan with different tables and chairs that fit our vision. The decorations and colors matched perfectly with my theme (Love is in Bloom)! They also provided a projector and screen that we used for the games. My sister made a Spotify playlist specifically for this day that they played as well! My sister and I toured the venue about a year in advance and immediately booked it; I'm so glad we did because there were multiple inquiries later on which goes to show how many people truly want their special event held here. The owner, Ahidé, was such a dream to work with during the process. She was informative, kind, and always made sure we got what we needed throughout. We ordered the brunch menu which included eggs, bacon, sausage, potatoes, lemon ricotta french toast, pastries, and a small parfait bar. The food was seriously 10000/10! My guests gave so many compliments on the food, the drinks, the decor, and everything in between. Ahidé even went the extra mile to customize the bar and brunch signs that matched my theme! She made sure to check on us right after the food was served and was available if we needed anything at all. Every little detail was perfect and I couldn't have asked for a better day. Thank you SO much Tauro Cocina for making my bridal shower a dream come true

We had a great first dining experience at Tauro Cocina! I kept hearing about how great of a spot it…read moreis, but haven't been to this building since it was Trocadero back in the day. I love the location of this restaurant, a cozy little nook set apart from the business of downtown but still so accessible! With events happening at the fiserv and new music venue in the deer district, it was a welcome reprieve from the action. The restaurant itself is lively but chill - is there a word for that!? lol very laid back, friendly and informed staff. We were able to snag a seat at the bar which was great - it's probably got 12-15 seats. Full dinner service too! My husband got a mezcal old fashioned (not on the menu) and I got a spicy margarita. Both were great! As for food, the menu is eclectic, but everything looks and tasted great! We got 2 appetizers, the bruschetta and stuff pepper - both were delish!! And then we shared the braised beef risotto topped off the night with a spirit free strawberry Fresca & churros (SO GOOD). Great experience for deciding last minute and getting a walk in spot.

Dorsia's - Milwaukee…read more Dorsia's did not disappoint. I tried the pasta flight and it was absolutely the bomb--rich, creamy, and full of flavor. Each pasta had its own personality, perfectly cooked, and the sauces were indulgent without being overwhelming. You can tell everything is made with intention and love. The presentation was beautiful, the portions were generous, and every bite had me wanting more. If you're a pasta lover, the flight is a must-order. Dorsia's is definitely a spot I'd return to again and again. Milwaukee, this one's a gem.

Parking on Brady St can be a nightmare, so be prepared to walk, especially on busy nights! The…read moreinterior is quite small and our four top table barely fit everything we ordered. Our server was very nice. We didn't realize the pasta flights came in separate bowls now instead of a flight on a board, but regardless, the portion sizes were quite nice. The mac n cheese was definitely our favorite!