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

A coworker suggested this place for pizza saying it's pretty good and most co workers suggestions…read morefall flat for me but I'm making the 20 mile round trip. The menu states a Chicago stuffed pizza and since I'm from Chicago I thought I would try it even though I'm a thin crust cracker fan tavern style pizza from Chicago. Most people people not from Chicago have this misconception that it's a thick crust and they are turned off and say it's pan pizza that has too much crust and I'm tired of correcting them. Yes it's cooked in a pan with a thin crust and high walls like a pie cooked upside down with the cheese and toppings on the bottom and topped with a thin crust or not but the pizza sauce/tomato purée on top. I ordered takeout with a friendly young woman and the restaurant was very nice as I walked around and probably the nicest in the area. My pizza was ready in about 30 minutes and it smelled amazing. I ordered a 12 in stuffed Chicago style pizza with sausage which could feed 4 regular people because it's packed with cheese and toppings/sauce like a pie vs a flat pizza. Halfway into two slices I was full with the meat sweats. The cheese pull was absolutely perfect just out of the oven. The sauce was tasty with a garlic flavor and not sweet which I prefer as an Italian American. The sausage was top quality with some zing. Overall as a chicogan who likes thin over stuffed pizza it was fuc%ing delicious. This is a really tasty pizza with quality ingredients so they hit this pizza out of the park today.

Wow - the food here is great! We sat at the bar and it was…read morevery quaint and a good place to dine. We could have a conversation and hear each other which can be rare at a bar. The service was very good - Prompt service and the food came in a timely manner.

Santino's delivered from start to finish. We grabbed seats at the bar and enjoyed a couple of…read moregorgeous craft cocktails before diving into the house cut eggplant strips, a silky carbonara to share, and a pizza that disappeared way too fast. We wrapped it up with tiramisu and limoncello shots, which was the perfect ending. Incredible service, fantastic food, and an all around great experience. Highly recommend.

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!

Sorella is a great option for an Italian night out. We came here for my friend's birthday. It's a…read morebit on the smaller side but the tables have ample space. The waitress was very nice. They have a decent sized menu. We had one of the pizzas as well as the chicken main dish. Both were cooked very well. The crispy potatoes are a must.

Tenuta's is a cut above in all ways. The food is simply amazing. Our server, Sarah, was so friendly…read moreand made us feel at home. Olivia was also great. Thanks for a fun experience and we will be back! Highly recommended.

I am picky when it comes to lasagna. The lasagna they served me at this restaurant was perfect. I…read morewould not have changed a thing. It was delicious. If I lived in Milwaukee, I would be eating there once every week or two for the rest of my life. My friends got a meat covered pizza that they devoured. I had one slice and it was very good. But to me, it's all about the lasagna. When we arrived, the restaurant was full. However, there was seating outdoors. The weather was pleasant and we ate outdoors. The waitress was very attentive and helpful. Marvelous place. My only complaint about this restaurant is it is not located where I live! Highly recommended.

Took a cooking class with Semolina. It was a nice experience, but honestly I felt like I didn't get…read moreto make very much pasta to take with. It wasn't even enough for two people for dinner. For the cost of the class, I would have thought I would have got a bit more. The other thing that disappointed me was the glasses are open to all ages of children. In my class, I was there with a middle school boy who somewhat took ownership of the class and wasn't behaving very appropriate for what I thought was an adult-only class. This was an event I purchased as an adult-friendly evening, I do wish this was stated when signing up for classes or at least offer adult-only or all ages classes. It just wasn't the vibe I was going for that evening and frankly was pretty annoying. Although, the owner did try to play down the boy's presence and kindly answer his questions, etc - I probably wouldn't take another class there unfortunately. I do enjoy the shop and the pasta is tasty.

Review is for mostly the pasta class but also the store! I had been eagerly awaiting the classic…read moreegg pasta class for a while, and we were not let down. Petra and Andy take such pride in their shop and it shows! We started wandering (and salivating over) their small but impressive selection of sauces, oils, salts, and Italian goodies. They have samples of most of their items, so definitely ask when you're in! The class started with Petra giving a brief overview of the general recipe and then we got our hands dirty almost immediately kneading the dough. The dough got to rest for a bit while we got to sip on some beautiful red wine and Petra taught us how to make a puttanesca sauce. When we went back to knead some more, Andy had magically cleaned the stations and set us up for the next round! On our next rest break, Petra finished assembling the puttanesca with some pasta she made earlier that day and we got a healthy serving of fresh pasta and puttanesca, followed by a sample of some of the most amazing Panettone I have ever had. The care that Petra and Andy put into their work is evident, and their commitment to supporting organic, high quality foods is remarkable. Looking forward to many more classes here!

I absolutely love this place theirs a super cute waitress that always remembers at least my fathers…read moredrink every time. They are related to Mama Mamias which my dad and mom when they were dating have memories of and whether getting the lasagna or the pizza or what they call the snack their food to me is always excellent. Although this time around the garlic bread could have been a little more drenched and greasier the snacks we had were filling and delish thankyou for being a place that survived COVID that brings you a little closer to heaven!

The must here is the meat lasagna. Good grief, it's good. We're a no ricotta in the lasagna kind of…read morefamily and this tops the list. Meaty, cheesy, with a perfectly balanced sauce. No visit is complete without the garlic bread. Never pass on it and order more than you think you'll want or need.

Building when you walk in is beautiful you wouldn't think that by just a plain building. Had the…read moreFrench onion soup very cheesy and good amount of bread in the soup. Main meal I had spaghetti and meatballs again excellent one of the better ones in the area. Better than That's Amore and all the other ones by South Ridge and down 76th Street Service was good they always are pleasant staff. Th lasagne has ricotta cheese in it. No ricotta cheese in that's Amore or Ann's it's not a true Italian lasagne if it doesn't have ricotta cheese in it. Just go to this place a true Italian restaurant. Sicilian Steak looked great. Just try it you'll be saying That's some great Italian food.

Delightful. We had a reservation but didn't need one. On a weeknight evening it was not too busy…read more Many were at the bar watching the World Cup, only 1 tv there at the bar. Enough space in restaurant for parties large and small. So gorgeously decorated, very authentic and romantically dark. Our server Debbie was so sweet and attentive. I ordered the chicken piccata which was so delicious they used the perfect amount of lemon that really tied the dish together. The pasta was cooked well and the chicken was juicy. My friend had the capellini pomodoro which was also delicious. To end the visit we had to get an authentic Italian dessert of course. We had the tartufo which was so delicious and rich, a chocolate ice cream type of dessert with cocoa powder and hazelnut pieces. Absolutely loved the experience, very quick and easy to get seated, the food came quickly and tastes so amazing. I'll have to come back and try their pizza and other dishes, there were so many amazing options on the menu.

I just had an awesome breakfast with my wife (yes, they have breakfast service) n it was great!…read moreHuge portion so its enough for my breakfast tomorrow :).. looking forward to it...

We recently hosted a bridal shower at Paisanos and had such a wonderful experience. The owner was…read moreincredibly flexible and accommodating with decorations, which made setup easy and completely stress-free. The raised lounge area gave the party a private and comfortable atmosphere, and the space comfortably seated around 60 guests without ever feeling crowded. The food was excellent, service was attentive, and the cleanliness and decor truly felt elevated and well cared for. Everything flowed smoothly from start to finish. If you're planning a bridal shower, birthday party, or special gathering, I would absolutely recommend considering Paisanos.

The pizza pies (EBA) have been great while the service has always made sure they arrived hot out of…read morethe oven! Our "go to place" in Oak Creek!

First time here and won't be our last. We were told to stop and have pizza per some friends. It is…read morenow a top choice when we crave pizza. Cracker crust, great fresh toppings and very flavorful. We enjoyed a tap beer as well.

This was my first time at the restaurant and it won't be my last. We went to a busy dinner service…read moreand we had to wait but it was worth it. I had lasagna and we tried the pizza and I enjoyed the sauce. The mushrooms which were an appetizer were also very tasty and reasonably priced. It reminded me of an old World Italian restaurant definitely a nice place to dine and the outer patio is cute

Had pizza just enough sauce. very good crust. Would return for pizza. Lasagna was ample serving ,…read morevery cheesy, a lot of sauce, could've used a little more meat, cheese ravioli was plump fresh and tasty. Service was excellent