Best Italian Restaurants in Hales Corners

Price: Moderate (49)Price: Expensive (30)Price: Very Expensive (8)

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1. Brick Pizzeria & Ristorante

4.0

Excellent(46)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Franklin

Brick Pizzeria & Ristorante has quickly become a culinary highlight in Franklin, renowned for its good Italian cuisine. Patrons can't stop raving about the "real deal" Neapolitan pizza that tastes just like it does in Italy. The restaurant also offers delicious appetizers, with numerous reviews highlighting the meatball appetizer as particularly noteworthy. Quality service comes as standard, described as the "best service I have received since Covid has started". Other customers praise the attentive and friendly staff like Peyton and KG. These testimonials indicate that Brick Pizzeria & Ristorante offers not just great Italian food, but also an outstanding dining experience.

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2. Zaffiro's - New Berlin / Marcus Ridge Cinema

4.0

Excellent(200)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • New Berlin

Zaffiro's - New Berlin / Marcus Ridge Cinema is highly applauded for its exceptional thin crust Pizzeria cuisine. Many patrons have been overwhelmed by the delicious, paper-thin crust pizza, topped with ample, flavorful ingredients. The sausage special pizza and the barbeque chicken pizza have been specifically lauded for their delectable taste. The ambience also adds to the dining experience, with an old-fashioned charm and its unique location within a theatre complex. Customers have appreciated the attentive, friendly service, and the convenience of dining before a movie. Its consistently good food and service make it a desirable spot for a delightful meal and a great movie night.

3. Onesto

4.7

Exceptional(2546)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Milwaukee

Booked 54 times today

Renowned for its extraordinary service and exquisite Italian cuisine, Onesto offers a dining experience that is consistently praised by its patrons. This Italian eatery has been hailed as serving some of the best pasta in Milwaukee (MKE), with reviewers highlighting the freshness of the ingredients. Diners rave about dishes such as the scallops entrée, branzino entrée, and lobster ravioli, along with their unique cosmo specialty drink. The French bread and caramel cheesecake also receive special mention. With one reviewer, an Italian cuisine aficionado, asserting their meal here as “one of the best they ever had”, Onesto's standouts in Italian gastronomy are evident. Visitors appreciate the attentive staff and the cozy ambiance, indicating that they will definitely return.

4. Sorella

4.6

Exceptional(1100)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Milwaukee

Booked 25 times today

Sorella, a gem of a restaurant, resonates with diners as being an iconic destination for authentic Italian cuisine. With an array of positive reviews, Sorella shines brightly in the culinary landscape. Patrons commend the excellent Italian food, diverse drink menu, and impeccable service. They rave about the "perfect" Livornese cod, "superb" veal cacciatore, "juicy" pork chop, "excellent" chicken parm and "delicious" pepperoni pizza. The unpretentious yet elegant interiors and a welcoming aura seem to add to its charm. Diners also praise the accommodating staff and the special attention paid to celebrations. In essence, Sorella validates its stature as one of the best Italian restaurants in the region constantly through its superior food, drink, and service. Reviews suggest that it is well worth a visit, whether for a special occasion, date night, or just a casual meal.

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5. Zarletti - Downtown

4.9

Exceptional(2852)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Milwaukee

Booked 23 times today

Zarletti - Downtown, is regarded as an exceptional Italian restaurant located in Milwaukee. Customers particularly rave about the flavorful veal osso buco, the panzanella salad, stuffed calamari, grouper, and the variety of pastas. The dining experience is further elevated by the friendly and knowledgeable service. Reviews also extol the restaurant for its excellent wine selection and intriguing olive oil tasting. Many patrons claim it is the best Italian restaurant in the area, often likened to authentic Northern Italian eateries. Visitors also appreciate the restaurant's ambiance, which combines warmth and elegance. Zarletti - Downtown continually delivers an unforgettable authentic Italian dining experience.

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6. Ristorante Bartolotta dal 1993

4.8

Exceptional(3236)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Wauwatosa

Booked 17 times today

Ristorante Bartolotta dal 1993 is a revered dining destination notable for its exceptional Italian cuisine. This gem in the Milwaukee area has won the trust and hearts of its patrons with its authentic and inspired dishes. The restaurant's menu offers a gastronomic tour of different Italian regions, demonstrated by their menu 'Un Viaggio in Venice', featuring sublimely prepared Venetian specialties. Customers rave about the freshness, creativity, and most importantly, the authenticity of the dishes, with one especially delighted with their "Tiramisu, the perfect dolci to end our evening". The quality of service is repeatedly highlighted in the reviews, contributing to the excellent dining experience. It's undeniable, as one reviewer puts it, Ristorante Bartolotta dal 1993 is indeed, "a great approach to experiencing an authentic Italian dinner."

7. Safina

4.8

Exceptional(285)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Milwaukee

Booked 22 times today

Safina, according to the generous words of its patrons, continues to hit the mark as a superb Italian restaurant. With a special mention of being the third generation of Giovanni's, a long-admired Milwaukee icon, Safina has maintained the legacy of delivering outstanding Italian cuisine. Reviewers frequently single out the quality and flavor of dishes, with the eggplant strips, veal chop, and Sicilian steak sandwich gaining particular praise. The "excellent food and service" and "fast, friendly and knowledgeable" staff contribute to the restaurant's high esteem. Surely, Safina might be regarded as one of the best Italian restaurants in Milwaukee, with its unique and deeply-rooted history in the city and its consistently amazing food and service. With high recommendations and eager return visits, Safina stands as a hallmark of authentic Italian dining.

8. Stella Van Buren

4.3

Awesome(1225)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Milwaukee

Booked 15 times today

Stella Van Buren is an acclaimed restaurant offering exemplary American cuisine. Known for its amazing steaks and seafood such as the best scallops ever tasted by patrons and a 16oz, aged, prime ribeye, it is highly recommended for its delectable dishes. Reviewers highlight the "wagyu app/small plate/starter @ $40" as surprisingly worthwhile, proving that the value given by Stella Van Buren justifies its price. Patrons repeatedly return for the classy and spacious ambiance and the friendly and attentive service, with some going as far as to say it's one of the "best dining experiences" they've had. The management and staff, including Anjail and Brian, offer remarkable hospitality, which is highlighted as one of the restaurant's standout qualities. Stella Van Buren's wonderful service and great American cuisine make it a must-visit, with many vowing to return soon.

9. Tre Rivali

4.5

Awesome(1466)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Milwaukee

Booked 19 times today

Tre Rivali is a delightful Italian restaurant located in Milwaukee, praised for its authentic, delicious dishes and remarkable service. The menu offers a variety of choices ranging from brunch options like the Italiano sandwich, to wood-fired pizzas, and an array of cocktails. Reviewers speak highly of the cuisine, describing it as "Italian influenced modern cuisine" that's always "very well done". Standout dishes include the octopus, pallea arancini, and pastas like the papardelle with pork ragu. The desserts have also received rave reviews. This superb culinary experience is complemented by friendly, professional waitstaff and a wonderful ambiance. Tre Rivali is truly a gem of Italian cuisine.

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10. Bravo Italian Kitchen - Milwaukee - Brookfield

4.4

Awesome(1237)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Brookfield

Booked 8 times today

Bravo Italian Kitchen in Milwaukee - Brookfield serves as an illustration of quality Italian cuisine. The restaurant consistently garners high praise from its patrons, with several mention of the Pasta Woozie, pork chop and bolognese being standout dishes on the menu. Notably, the Italian wedding soup is also an unforgettable offering, trusted to satisfy on a cold, windy day. Guests appreciate the attentive and friendly service, with Dale, Alan, and Robert being highlighted for their exceptional performance. The comfortable, spacious booths, ideal for private conversations, and the overall ambiance add to the positive dining experience. Despite being part of a chain, customers lauded the unique, non-chain atmosphere and expressed frequent return visits. Bravo Italian Kitchen evidently knows how to provide an impressive Italian dining experience with outstanding food and service.

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