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Il Mito
6913 W North Ave, Wauwatosa, WI 53213 414-443-1414
Description: MARQUETTE UNIVERSITY. Just short drive from Milwaukee, Il Mito's well-liked chef-owner is intent on pleasing his patrons. Eclectic Italian-Californian cuisine is calculated to satisfy not only taste buds, but budgets as well. Menu favorites include linguine with mozzarella-stuffed veal meatballs, and risotto with shrimp and asparagus. Also recommended is prosciutto-wrapped pork tenderloin with sage, smoked provolone, and peppercorn pasta in a light and lemony white wine sauce. This place gets packed, so arrive early and relax at the bar.
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Louise's Trattoria
801 N Jefferson St, Milwaukee, WI 53202 414-273-4224
Description: DOWNTOWN. Power lunching business people make up the lunchtime crowd at Louise's, but the serene interior and patio overlooking Cathedral Square makes the restaurant popular for dates as well. The menu is California-influenced Italian, with pastas, salads, and wonderful gourmet pizzas. Standouts include chicken piccata, cioppino, baked lasagna, pappardelle with Italian sausage, and penne with asparagus, sun-dried tomatoes and mushrooms in a pesto sauce. Service is attentive but unintrusive.
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Mimma's Café
1307 E Brady St, Milwaukee, WI 53202 414-271-7337
Description: DOWNTOWN EAST. Chef and owner Mimma grew up in Italy and tries to offer dishes from all parts of the country. To that end, the menu is absolutely huge, with a mind-boggling array of pastas from which to choose. There is literally something for everyone, from delicate angel hair and vegetable based dishes, to hearty spaghetti and meatballs type creations. Popular choices include canneloni with ham and ricotta, lasagne (meaty and vegetarian versions), seafood ravioli in white wine cream sauce, and black lobster-filled ravioli in Asti-Spumante cream sauce. Tiramisu and freshly made gelato are highly recommended. Mon-Thu, you can enjoy a seven-course meal at the chef's table.
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Ristorante Bartolotta
7616 W State St, Wauwatosa, WI 53213 414-771-7910
Description: MARQUETTE UNIVERSITY. Housed in what was once the Pabst Brewery Saloon, Ristorante Bartolotta has been a popular purveyor of Northern Italian cuisine since the early 1990s. The comfortable dining room features natural wood and brass, with an exposed wood burning oven. Starters include asparagus with white truffle fontina sauce, steamed mussels in a spicy tomato sauce, and carpaccio with arugula and capers. In addition to a daily risotto special, the menu features wonderful handmade pastas, such as spinach and ricotta ravioli with brown butter and Parmesan. Seafood dishes are also good try the salmon with black olive sauce, or the grilled mixed seafood. The restaurant hosts sepcial events throughout the year, including a "dinner and a movie" series, and wine-tasting dinners.
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Vecchio Bar and Grille
1137 N Old World 3rd St, Milwaukee, WI 53203 414-273-5700
Description: DOWNTOWN. Although known for a full menu of great food, Vecchio Bar & Grille is often talked about for their incredible desserts. Dark and rich double chocolate cheesecake, tangy and cool key lime pie, and tiramisu prepared with strawberries. Nirvana for chocolate lovers: A dark ambrosia chocolate fondue that serves two and is served with fruit and cake for dipping. Did someone say constant craving?
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Zaffiro's
11700 N Port Washington Rd, Mequon, WI 53092 262-241-6185
Description: BAYSIDE. When diners in Milwaukee are looking for pizza, they often head to Zaffiro's for their famous thin and crunchy crust. Top pie picks here include the Veggie, the BBQ Chicken, the Mediterranean, the Hawaiian and the Sausage Special, served topped with sausage, onions and mushrooms. The restaurant also features a wide range of non-pizza items, such as salads, pasta, subs and sandwiches. Enjoy one of Zaffiro's signature cocktails, beer or wine with your meal.
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