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    Papa Luigi's

    3.7 (170 reviews)
    ModeratePizza, Italian
    Closed 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Lasagna rolls
    Heather L.

    Have been here twice for larger parties both times the food was spot on delish tasty n fresh! As well as great service quick w drinks water lots of napkins etc highly recommend

    Cup of water

    Great service, friendly staff, and a nice vibe. The Papa Platter was really good! Unfortunately, the Chicken Alfredo and Primavera Pasta were very bland with almost no flavor. Even the extra Alfredo ($2.30 for a tiny cup) wasn't good. I'd definitely come back, but I wouldn't recommend the pasta.

    Spaghetti and giant meatballs
    Marcie A.

    Last night we ate at Papa Luigi's for the first time. I've been meaning to go there for a while now and boy, am glad I did. F irst of all, there is a city lot in the rear with ample parking. The restaurant opens at 4, and we got there around 4:30 and there were plenty of open tables but it really started to fill up fast. We also saw that this place does tons of carry out (mostly pizzas). Service was really quick. We had a server named Autumn and she was excellent. I asked her if the pasta was freshly made in house and she said yes. Portions were huge, literally enough for three meals. I got the spaghetti and meatballs, and my friend got the chicken parmesan. Both dinners came with soup or salad and two pieces of garlic bread. Both were great choices. My meatballs (2) were humongous but my friends chicken parm looked delicious. I thought the prices were reasonable, especially considering the amount of food you get. This restaurant is a solid 4 stars.

    Service was very attentive and food was excellent. Had a pizza and those with me, pasta entrees. Cannolis were good too!

    Megan L.

    Was craving pizzas and decided to try a place I hadn't yet. This brought me to Papa Luigi's. I ordered a 14" pepperoni and sausage with some extra cheese. I also ordered a Cookie Butter Banana Cream Pie. Yes, you read that right; heaven on a plate. And yes, you also read that right, it was most certainly heavenly. My tastebuds were singing hallelujah. Was the food worth it?! Absolutely not! This small slice of pie cost me $14!!! It was still delicious. Do I regret it? Yes! But I was doing a happy dance. Hands down, not worth it at all. Should you try it? Yes. But it's not worth it. So delicious though. Like for real. So good. The pizza and the pie were so yum. Not worth it. But definitely give it a try! Also, this was technically through DoorDash. I had no qualms with either. Will I come back/reorder? Yes. But it will not be worth it! But I'll hope it'll still be as delicious as this time. TBC...

    Tiramisu
    Travis B.

    Papa Luigi's Tiramisu: Papa Luigi's opened in 1982 by founder Sal Purpora. He's since passed running the business on to one of his sons, but they still use Sal's mom's Sicilian recipes. The restaurant has plenty of menu options, but I'm skipping to dessert. I'm told tiramisu translates to "pick me up" or "cheer me up" and it certainly did. Its origins are disputed to be from the Italian regions of Veneto or Friuli-Venezia Giulia. It is a coffee flavored dessert made with ladyfingers dipped in coffee or espresso, layered with a sweet, whipped mascarpone cream, and flavored with cocoa. As it is made with coffee there is caffeine in it, but it is a miniscule amount as typically only a half cup of coffee is used for an entire cake (and this is just one piece). I've never had a dessert with a texture quite like tiramisu. It's difficult to describe, but it is rather interesting. It has some cake-like properties to it, but it's "spongier" and there are the layers of whipped cream. I say spongy, but soggy might be more accurate as it's dipped in coffee/espresso. The whipped cream is my favorite part as it's sweet, rich, and pairs perfectly with the more bitter flavor of coffee. If you love coffee and dessert than tiramisu is a must try. Doughboy approved. Doughboy_Food_Reviews

    Pizza party catering deal
    Liz A.

    Can't believe I haven't reviewed this place! This is our go to pizza place. The pepperoni pizza is my favorite. Not only is the pizza delicious but they also have great pasta dishes! The servings are quite large. Our family recently used them for catering our Christmas celebration for 18 people. I worked with Janet and she was great. We did the pizza party package which included garlic bread, salad, pizza and mostacholli pasta. If you pay with card, there is a service charge, so if you can, pay with cash.

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    The food and service are great love giving back to small family business! Thank you and keep up the good work!

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    Overwhelming Love & Joy by their staff, and Food Selections are priced family friendly.

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    Flat crust is delicious always good quality and quick service. Get the suasage pepperoni and olives hits the spot.

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    Speedy and high-quality delivery option in the area. Get the pickle pizza

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    Great service , quick delivery and delicious food ! I only ordered twice and already got Rewards of free mozzarella sticks !

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    Not enough sauce on the pizza. The bottom wasn't fully cooked. Tasted like raw dough it was so undercooked.

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    3 years ago

    Always consistent quality of food and service. Best marina in the city and the fried eggplant is awesome!!

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    We just ordered delivery and the pizza was good but we will never order the eggplant strips they were a big pile of grease.

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    Best pizza ive had in a long time. So good I ordered another one a week later. Now I'm a believer!!

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    3.4 miBay View
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    I went to Sorella with a girl friend to celebrate my birthday. We arrived without a reservation on…read morea Thursday evening around 7:30PM and were seated right away at a high-top in the bar area. Our waitress was friendly and attentive; we started our dinner with a glass of wine and shared the Cavatelli with "Monday Sauce" for our main entree. The Cavatelli was absolutely delicious! I loved the texture of the house-made noodles and the sauce was so good! The portion was huge so I was glad we split the meal. I'm definitely looking forward to my next dinner at Sorella!

    Lively Italian spot with a chic atmosphere and some standout dishes!…read more Sorella is such a cute date-night restaurant in Milwaukee! The atmosphere is lively and chic, the staff was friendly, and overall we had a really enjoyable experience. We ordered several dishes, and my favorite was definitely the octopus! It was delicious and easily the standout of the meal for me. The Chicken Piccata Meatballs were also really good. The lemon and caper butter sauce was flavorful and complemented the meatballs really well. The Rigatoni alla Vodka was just okay. The pasta was cooked perfectly al dente, but the flavor felt like it was missing something. It was also a little on the salty side. I've definitely had better vodka sauce. (skip this dish) The salmon was cooked perfectly, and the crispy potatoes on the side were seasoned beautifully. The potatoes were probably one of my favorite sides! And you absolutely need to save room for the cheesecake! It literally melts in your mouth and was SO good. Unfortunately, the apple tart was a major miss. It felt like very little effort went into it -- basically a graham cracker crust topped with slices of apple. We honestly didn't enjoy it at all and ended up sending it back because we didn't want to eat it. Despite the dessert disappointment, there were definitely more hits than misses. I'd come back to Sorella, especially for a date night, meeting, or getting together with friends. Cute space, friendly service, lively vibe, and several really good dishes!

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    3.5(247 reviews)
    5.3 mi
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    Trattoria di Carlo(TDC): Just south of Milwaukee, TDC opened in Oak Creek, WI nearly 25 years ago…read morein 2002. Founder Carlo Pedone utilized his grandmother's recipes that she brought from Sicily. 2021 saw the restaurant close, but after a brief hiatus, it was revived by new owner Frank Carini in 2023. Carini still uses all of Carlo's original recipes. My experiences with the restaurant go all the way back to high school as my parents are fans of TDC's pizza. I'm going to get it right out there, I am not. Not as a teen, nor on second chances as an adult, which is why I'm reviewing their gourmet lasagna instead. Carlo's recipe fills the lasagna with ricotta cheese and tops it with a beef meat sauce. All of this is also smothered in mozzarella cheese. Two observations (not necessarily complaints), the first is that the lasagna was not as "tall" or stacked as what I typically experience, being flatter instead. Second, I thought it was interesting that a large amount of the toppings were not actually on the lasagna but instead trailed it. I know this does not sound appetizing, but it reminded me of a snail and its trail of mucus (with the lasagna representing the snail and the trail of cheese/toppings being the mucus). Anyways, before you scold me for that unappetizing simile, the gourmet lasagna at TDC was tasty and is Doughboy approved . Only I would order a dessert drink to kick off the meal I had there with my family, but let's be real, it's better than an appetizer. TDC's version of a chocolate martini is made with Five Farms Irish Cream, Chocolate Liqueur, and vodka. There was also obviously a little chocolate sauce, which the menu description omitted (along with the brand of vodka). You could taste the alcohol, but I wouldn't say it was overly boozy. It was just about right for a martini (which is still a lot for a lightweight like me). With a sweet tooth like mine, it still beats any standard martini, even if it's not the best chocolate martini I've ever experienced. Shaken or stirred, this dessert martini is Doughboy approved . Additionally, I included pictures of the fried Mozzarella Sticks and Ricotta-cheese filled ravioli we had for appetizers. The Mozzarella sticks were crispy on the outside and stuffed with melty cheese on the inside (you should have seen the cheese pull, and I wasn't even trying), doughboy approved . The ravioli was just okay . For dessert, I did try a little of my dinning companions' massive chocolate cake slice. There's a creamy chocolate buttercream on top of the slice along with alternating layers throughout the slice. The cake itself was rich and moist, while the frosting was chocolatey and sweet. Chocolate shavings also decorate the top of the slice, which in addition to the visual appeal, add a pleasant crunch that contrasts nicely with the soft and creamy cake. Dessert was easily Doughboy approved Doughboy_Food_Reviews

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    I had a fantastic dinner at Onesta and can easily see why it's so highly rated…read more I started with the Berry Burrata, which was fresh, flavorful, and a perfect way to begin the meal. For my entrée, I ordered the Gnocchi, and it was one of my favorite dishes of the trip. The combination of scallops, shrimp, lobster, and a rich fennel cream sauce was outstanding. I also had the opportunity to try the Agnolotti, filled with Maine lobster and house ricotta, finished with a peppercorn cream sauce and lemon oil. It was just as impressive. I sat at the bar, where the service was warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. I enjoyed a Barbera during my meal. I am not sure it was the right parring, but I care more about eating great food and enjoying great wine regardless of it matching perfectly. Great food, excellent wine, and outstanding service. I'll definitely be back the next time I'm in Milwaukee.

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