Ristorante Bartolotta dal 1993

Name: Ristorante Bartolotta dal 1993
Address: 7616 W. State Street, Wauwatosa, WI, United States, 53213
Telephone: (414) 771-7910
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.6

4.6

2918 Reviews

$50 and over

Italian

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Ristorante Bartolotta dal 1993 has been a local favorite and is regularly voted the best Italian in Milwaukee. The charming Ristorante Bartolotta features handmade pasta and Northern Italian cooking. Guests’ spirits and palates will be taken on a culinary journey through regional Italy.

Reservations are recommended, and we have a 15-minute grace period, so please call us if you are running late. Reservations are for our main dining room and upstairs dining room. Specific location requests will be accommodated as available or as necessary for accessibility.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 27, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

Experiences are available.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(414) 771-7910
Website
http://www.ristorantebartolotta.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Juan Urbieta
Private party facilities
Semi-private dining room will accommodate 55-60 people.
Private party contact
Jeremy Hietpas: (414) 771-7910

Location
7616 W. State Street, Wauwatosa, WI 53213
Neighborhood
Wauwatosa
Cross street
Harwood Avenue
Parking details
Street parking & 3 Public lots within 1 block of restaurant.
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

A Tour of Italy - Special Regional Menu
$65.00 per person
Multiple dates available
The team at Ristorante Bartolotta dal 1993 invites you to take a culinary journey through regional Italy! The four-course meal highlights the cuisine from the featured region in Italy and is fully customizable. Choose from several selections for your appetizer, pasta, entree, and dessert, and enjoy an authentic Italian meal! Sparkling or still bottled water is included. You are in control of your culinary journey through regional Italy.

Insalata Mista
Field greens with fresh vegetables, olive oil, red wine vinegar
Cimette di Cavolfiore e Cardi alla Cavour
Cauliflower and cardoons gratinated with butter and Parmigiano, hard-boiled egg, anchovy, parsley sauce. Camillo Benso, Count of Cavour was an Italian politician, businessman, economist, nobleman, and a leading figure in the movement toward Italian unification (1848–1871). He was the most famous Italian gourmand of his time and this is said to be one of his favorite dishes. Pair well with white truffles
Pollo all'Albese in Insalata
Piemontese chicken salad with lemon, mustard, and anchovy vinaigrette. Traditionally served with truffles ($4 supplemental). Pair well with white truffles
Polenta di Grano Saraceno, Tuorlo d'Uovo e Fonduta di Robiola
Buckwheat polenta, egg yolk, Parmigiano and alpine cheese fonduta. Originating in China and Siberia, the first written documents about buckwheat being cultivated in Italy date back to the beginning of the 1500s. Alpine peasants living on the border between Italy and Germany used buckwheat flour to make polenta since ancient times. Pair well with white truffles
Antipastino Piemontese Con Il Bagnet Verd
Piemontese antipasto of griddled Tomino cheese, crostini, boiled meat, potatoes. Served with the classic salsa verde. This is a historic recipe born in the 19th century at the court of King Carlo Alberto to flavor meats ($4 supplemental)

Primi

Tajarin "40 Tuorli" con Sugo alla Salsiccia di Bra
Traditional "40 egg yolk" ribbon pasta with Piemontese sausage ragu. This renowned sausage was initially produced exclusively with veal, without using pork fat. The production was intended for the Jewish community in the nearby town of Cherasco. King Carlo Alberto of Savoy signed a royal decree in 1847 banning the production of bovine sausages throughout the country except in Bra, authorizing local butchers to use veal for its production. This sausage is typically eaten raw like tartar and it's the only one of its type in Italy. Pair well with white truffles
Agnolotti del Plin al Sugo d'Arrosto
Piemontese meat-filled "pinched" ravioli with roasted veal jus. In a notarial deed dated 1182 there is mention of a ravioli-agnolotti in the region. Boccaccio wrote in the Decameron c. 1353: "In the town of Cuccagna there were men who did nothing but cook ravioli, and they rolled the pasta over a mound of grated cheese" ($5 supplemental). Pair well with white truffles
Risotto al Tartufo Bianco
Creamy white truffle, butter, grana risotto. Pair well with white truffles
Cabiette di Rochemolles
Alpine buckwheat and wild nettle gnocchi baked with Toma piemontese cheese, sweet onions, butter. Pair well with white truffles
Uovo in Raviolo "Maestro Valentino"
Large egg yolk, ricotta, and spinach raviolo with brown butter and Parmigiano. Often imitated around the world, this pasta was first created by chefs Nino Bergese "chef of kings, king of chefs" (1904-1977), and Valentino Marcattilii at Ristorante San Domenico, to perfectly pair with truffles. Chefs Paul Bartolotta and Juan Urbieta apprenticed under Marcatiili while studying in Italy ($6 supplemental). Pair well with white truffles

Secondi

Grigliata Mista di Carne
Mixed grill: beef strip loin, pork ribs, lamb chop, Italian sausage, garlic-rosemary roasted potatoes ($8 supplemental)
Ganassino di Vitello all'Uva
Veal cheeks-braised with grapes and Arneis wine. Pair well with white truffles
Cappone Arrosto con Castagne, Melograno e Funghi
Roasted capon chicken with chestnuts, mushrooms, pomegranate. The history of this animal of noble and ancient origins begins a long time ago: Reference to it appears in the writings of Cicero and Pliny. In ancient Rome, it was bred to circumvent the law that forbade raising chickens at home. Capon was pompously served in large banquets of the great Renaissance courts because it was considered food for the noble. Pair well with white truffles
Straccetti di Salmone in Carpione
Sautéed salmon cutlets in white wine vinegar sauce. In Italy, the origin of carpione probably dates to the Middle Ages, or even to ancient Rome, as a result of the need to preserve food in vinegar when refrigerators didn't exist. Common in peasant cooking, its popularity spread among the bourgeoisie by means of country women who served in more affluent city families
Filetto con Salsa al Barbera
Roasted filet of beef with Barbera wine sauce and porcini mushroom ragu ($10 supplemental). Pair well with white truffles

Dolci

Bonet
Traditional chocolate and amaretti flan. There is historical evidence that the first recipes of bonet began to circulate as early as the 1200s. The original bonnet of Monferrato did not contain chocolate, but the modern version
Crema allo Zabaione con Lingue di Gatto
Chilled marsala cream with Piemontese sugar cookies
Semifreddo alla Nocciola
Frozen Piemontese IGP hazelnut mousse with warm chocolate sauce. Research has shown that the hazelnut tree was already present in Piemonte from the time of ancient Rome. In 1806, following the war against England, Napoleon imposed a freeze on imports from that country, including cocoa, making it practically unobtainable at intolerable prices. Pastry chefs in Turin began to mix what little cocoa they had with the cheaper hazelnut and the famous gianduja (Nutella) was born. True Piemonte IGP hazelnuts are considered the best in the world
Panna Cotta
Chilled milk custard with fresh berries
Classico Tiramisu' del Ristorante dal 1993
Our signature version of this classic dessert of layered mascarpone mousse, Savoiardi cookies, espresso, cocoa

Traditional Piemontese Meal

$65. Celebrate the arrival of the prized Alba White Truffles. $40 supplemental per course. $100 supplemental for three courses. Vegan and vegetarian options available upon request

Customize Your Dinner

Please select one of each:

Un Antipasto
your small starter appetizer
Un Primo
your small pasta course
Un Secondo
your main course
Un Dolce
your small dessert

What 2,918 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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ramichoto
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall1food2service3ambience4
the atmosphere is very good it is like being at home, the food is very expensive to spend 65 dollars per person the portions are very small I think you have to balance the portions to the price you pay, this is experience for the future I grew up in an Italian family and I think it does not reflect in the Italian tradition in the cost of food and portions.
JC
JeffreyC
Milwaukee
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great regional Italian menu! Menu changes so will return for next region on culinary journey!
BL
BruceL
St. Louis
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderful meal, expertly served by Tony and Paige. Thank you for the enjoyable evening.
NJ
NicoleJ
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
There is nothing negative I can say about my experience. It's the perfect place for a date night! Our server was amazing, informative, and friendly. The food was absolutely divine. Not one dish was bad. Everything melts in your mouth and keeps me hungry for more. If I had an extra stomach, you would have to charge me rent because I would never leave this restaurant. I highly recommend this place to everyone I know! Thank you so much for the delicious food, impressive service, and a cozy place to relax with my boyfriend. We had a wonderful time!
K
Kendra
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was very crowded, lots of noise, but the food and beverage was so awesome!
ME
MadEater7
Chicago
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We celebrated my wife’s birthday and had a wonderful time and excellent meal.
EH
EricH
Milwaukee
64 reviews
vip
5.0
64 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best restaurant in Milwaukee!
LK
LuellaK
Milwaukee
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
Another great dinner. Took advantage of the Alba White truffles - they were great! really enjoyed the Emilia region, but do look forward to their traditional menu next spring.
RZ
RobertZ
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic food, excellent service. I can't recommend enough.
RK
RiittaK
Milwaukee
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience4
The food was meh. Especially not worth the price we paid. Boring flavors. Glad we didn’t splurge for the truffles, we would have been even more disappointed. Every single dish lacked something.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
We are still taking about our meal two days later. What a great way to explore some excellent food. Attentive, yet approachable service really added to the night.
M
Mufasa
Naples
88 reviews
vip
5.0
88 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food was fabulous!!! Next time I will ask the server to slow the courses a bit. It felt like there was very little time between courses! Always one of our favorites!!!
LZ
LindsayZ
Milwaukee
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Celebrated Dad’s 62nd! Favorite country traveled to was Italy, and this dinner blew him away! Service was impeccable, food outstanding and wine was perfect. Cannot wait to celebrate other special moments here!!
W
Wisprof
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 30, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Tabes are very close so if you have loud talkers next to you, it's hard to carry on a conversation. Food, service, ambiance is all great. Wine list is very expensive.
SR
SandyR
Milwaukee
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have enjoyed the food as well as learning about region.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on October 29, 2022
overall2food2service3ambience3
The menu here is a crap shoot. You might get the dish of your dreams, or you might spend $75 on really fancy mac and cheese.
WG
WhitneyG
Milwaukee
40 reviews
vip
5.0
40 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Incredible food and incredible service, per usual 💛
AI
AndrewI
Milwaukee
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best restaurant in Milwaukee
LH
LauraH
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on October 28, 2022
overall1food5service1ambience1
Disappointed with the extreme lack of awareness of the management. They put us in a room outside of the restaurant in another building where private events are held. They threw us in a small room with a table of 16. It was truly an awful experience. Spending $500 on an evening for my birthday was actually spent with screaming children and the party FaceTiming everyone they could possibly imagine. There was no music just a extremely loud table. Highly selfish of management to allow a table in that room and pretend it’s acceptable. The poor waitress had to grab drinks from the other side of the restaurant, which took a long time. She did her best and grateful she tried. It was almost humiliating that they assumed we thought it was okay to throw us up there. Also, the bathrooms were littered with old paper towels and toilet paper. My step-son has worked and trained as a sous chef at a Michelin Star restaurant. This experience was an insult to the Bartoltta’s name.
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waynel
Milwaukee
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on October 28, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience3
The pre fixe menu continues to be a disappointment. Much better when dinner could be ordered ala carte. Forces one to eat things not wanted.
MB
MaryB
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We celebrate the anniversary of the day we met at Ristorante Bartolotta every year. Ir is always wonderful. This year stood out with some of the best food we have ever had there. My husband’s favorite dish was the Artichoke, celery, and sausage soup. Mine was Traditional meat-filled tortellini in capon broth.
DZ
DavidZ
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Fantastic food with a pre fixe menu, but very expensive.
EH
EricH
Milwaukee
65 reviews
vip
5.0
65 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
First night of the new Regional Menu and it was my favorite one to date. My wife & I had a really hard time choosing from each course. We will be back again before they change this Menu! Chef Juan and staff great work!
MP
MarkP
St. Louis
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The regional cuisine we tried was so tasty and perfect in every way. Looking forward to the next time!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on October 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved the food tour of Bologna! Great choices and excellent flavor. Like being in Italy.
J
Jeff
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great atmosphere, great service, amazing food.
T
Toobe
Milwaukee
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 21, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience3
This is my third visit to Ristorante Bartolatta. We had a wonderful evening with friends! I was happy that my request for a booth was honored. It did not become available for 30 minutes after our reservation but I understand these things are sometimes hard to control. My first memory here was a lovely dinner with my (late) mom 20 years ago. At that time I recall the ambience and lighting in my head and heart. The dining room lighting is much too bright currently! You can see that extra bright lighting has been incorporated and I don't understand why - it is a big distraction from the natural ambiance and experience of the restaurant! Please fix it! This was the second night of the new menu and there was some confusion on the part of service staff with plates being mis-delivered and staff not having a complete understanding of what was being served. But again, not really a problem for our group. After hours, that very night, they were going to be served portions of the new menu. My only critique of the dolce menu is the presentation of the Tris di Parmigiano-Reggiano con Frutta e Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale di Modena. The grapes did not seem fresh and were not presented well with broken stems, no bunches and there was by far too much cheese which was not easily distinguishable from each other. Can't you add some fresh berries or something more appealing. This was a special night out and our treat to friends that have been especially kind to us. This is not a restaurant we could afford to return to regularly so I wish I could say everything was perfect and that I would save my pennies to return sometime soon. We have been treated by other friends and family to other Bartolatta restaurants and have had wonderful experiences but I guess I do expect a lot for the cost. Two people in our family have worked directly for the late and I'm certain well missed Joe Bartolatta at his homes and I think he would be pleased the way his legacy continues. Thank you!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love coming here for their tour around Italy small plate menus. It’s just enough food and everything is always delicious. It’s usually dark with a romantic ambiance. Staff always brings out dishes perfectly timed and does the transition between plates beautifully. We plan to keep coming back. It’s a special time we treasure together every month
MB
MrBirthday
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food was excellent, wait staff was very helpful and knowledgeable. Will definitely go back
S
Stephen
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on October 16, 2022
overall3food4service5ambience3
It was not that memorable. Food was good, but for the price of the dinner for two, we had higher expectations for the entire experience.
KH
KimberlyH
Minneapolis
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
All of the food was prepared perfectly, extremely enjoyable. The service was perfect, the staff was very attentive.
M
Michael
Milwaukee
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on October 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The tour of Tuscany was fabulous. It was also great to be able to experience one of our favorite dishes ever, PAPPARDELLE AL RAGU D’ANITRA.
SB
StephanieB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 15, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Our time at Ristorante Bartolotta was wonderful! We had an incredible waitress named Michelle who truly made our experience special! I am very happy we went here for my Fiancé's birthday!
J
Janisc
Milwaukee
39 reviews
vip
5.0
39 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We always enjoy eatting here. Good distance between tables. Nice servers. A little slow at times. Food was good. 4 or 5 choices for each course. Answered our questions thoroughly.
P
Pewaukeemom
Milwaukee
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service were excellent! They were also great about accommodating for our food allergies with each dish.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Milwaukee
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on October 9, 2022
overall3food3service2ambience4
I went here with my significant other for his birthday. The waitstaff asked if we were celebrating a special occasion, and I told them it was his birthday (which was also indicated on my Open Table reservation). We saw three tables around us be delivered a dessert with a candle in it for their own special occasions. I was very sad when my significant other did not receive a birthday candle on his dessert or anything else to signify the celebration. I understand mistakes happen and this is a minor detail, but we rarely treat ourselves to fine dining and the bill for both of us was near $200. The special occasion was mentioned twice. A very expensive evening ended with a disappointing dessert and feeling like we were treated differently than other customers.
PB
PeterB
Milwaukee
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
The dinner was excellent and the staff was superb. Finest dinner we have had in months. The Tuscany based menu was amazing!
SM
SelmaM
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service was very good. Tony explained the choices on the menu so we understood the choices. Didn't feel rushed at all.
RS
RogerS
Milwaukee
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on October 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great menu concept with nicely sized portions so we were able to enjoy all 4 courses.
J
Jeff
Milwaukee
95 reviews
vip
5.0
95 reviews
Dined on October 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The current dining experience features choices from the Tuscan region of Italy. From our cocktails to our dinner choices, our party of 4 enjoyed every drop and morsel. In fact, the duck ragu and beef selection were amazing. We sampled all the desert selections and were quite pleased as well. Service was near perfect!

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Ristorante Bartolotta dal 1993 is rated 4.6 stars by 2918 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 27, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for Ristorante Bartolotta dal 1993

7616 W. State Street, Wauwatosa, WI 53213

Additional information

Cross street
Harwood Avenue
Neighborhood
Wauwatosa
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street parking & 3 Public lots within 1 block of restaurant.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Juan Urbieta
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.ristorantebartolotta.com/
Phone number
(414) 771-7910
Private party facilities
Semi-private dining room will accommodate 55-60 people.
Private party contact
Jeremy Hietpas: (414) 771-7910

Ristorante Bartolotta dal 1993

Make a reservation

Additional information

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A Tour of Italy - Special Regional Menu

Antipasti

Insalata Mista

Cimette di Cavolfiore e Cardi alla Cavour

Pollo all'Albese in Insalata

Polenta di Grano Saraceno, Tuorlo d'Uovo e Fonduta di Robiola

Antipastino Piemontese Con Il Bagnet Verd

Primi

Tajarin "40 Tuorli" con Sugo alla Salsiccia di Bra

Agnolotti del Plin al Sugo d'Arrosto

Risotto al Tartufo Bianco

Cabiette di Rochemolles

Uovo in Raviolo "Maestro Valentino"

Secondi

Grigliata Mista di Carne

Ganassino di Vitello all'Uva

Cappone Arrosto con Castagne, Melograno e Funghi

Straccetti di Salmone in Carpione

Filetto con Salsa al Barbera

Dolci

Bonet

Crema allo Zabaione con Lingue di Gatto

Semifreddo alla Nocciola

Panna Cotta

Classico Tiramisu' del Ristorante dal 1993

Traditional Piemontese Meal

Customize Your Dinner

Un Antipasto

Un Primo

Un Secondo

Un Dolce

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