We had such a great experience at Sorella! The atmosphere was low-lit and intimate, and the interior design was both elegant and comfortable. You could easily dress up for a night out or keep it casual, making it a great spot for either occasion. We started with the bruschetta, which was amazing! It had just the right amount of spice and a generous amount of goat cheese. The pasta with Monday sauce was excellent. I loved the unique texture of the noodles, and the sauce was packed with flavor and a delicious variety of meats. The chicken parm was probably the best I've ever had and is reason enough to make a trip back! Overall, the food was a 5/5, and I was genuinely excited to eat my leftovers. The service was just as impressive as the food. Our server went above and beyond what you would typically expect. At the end of the night, we accidentally left our leftovers behind, and our server ran half a block to bring them to us! That level of care really stood out and speaks volumes about the staff. Sorella absolutely delivered on both food and service, and I can't wait to go back! read more

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First visit to Sorella - won't be our last! W e enjoyed a dinner date last night and had a great experience. We were seated immediately once we arrived. We were in the bar area, which is a little noisier, but it was a nice social vibe. We started with a drink - they had some NA beers and a few cocktails they could modify to be NA when we asked about options. Mine was delicious, though I don't recall the name. We shared an app that was on special - a smoked rapini bruschetta whipped goat cheese, smoked broccoli rabe, and a chili crisp. It came with 2 generously sized pieces. I don't think broccoli rave is my jam - there was a stronger bitter, almost sour aftertaste that wasn't my favorite, but I'm glad we tried it. We shared the pizzeria chop salad - it was perfectly dressed, and all of the elements were uniformly chopped. It was the perfect size for sharing. Then for our mains we had the chicken parm with the crispy potatoes and the cavatelli with 'Monday Sauce' - both were delicious, but the cavatelli was declared the winning dish of the night. The potatoes were perfectly crispy - a tasty side option for sure. We didn't save room for dessert, but next time we might share an entree and have desert too - there were several delicious options. The service really stood out. Probably 5 different people touched our table at some point and every one was friendly, welcoming, and very efficient. The meal was well-timed - we never felt rushed. Every time we finished a dish it was quickly cleared and a fresh plate came out. The entrees were piping hot when they arrived. Can't wait to go back and try some pizza and dessert! read more

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Sorella is a great option for an Italian night out. We came here for my friend's birthday. It's a bit 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. read more

Sorella - Chicken Savoy, Side Potatoes - Italian Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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I went to Sorella with a girl friend to celebrate my birthday. We arrived without a reservation on a 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! read more

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Lively Italian spot with a chic atmosphere and some standout dishes! 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! read more

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Came here for dinner while in town. Sat right down and service was very good. Started with Ceaser salad and bread. Salad enough for 2 people. 1/2 chicken and pasta pomodoro. Food was very good and reasonable prices. Nice ambiance. read more

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Sorella absolutely delivered when it came to the food and we loved everything we ordered! We started out with the burrata topped with chili crisp served with warm focaccia, fried calamari, and grilled octopus (I always get octopus when it's on the menu). For our main courses, we split the red sauce cavatelli and one of their specialty blanca pizza. Every dish was delicious and worth it. The only downsides were that despite having a reservation, we still waited about 30 minutes for our table and we were not huge fans of the cocktails we ordered (maybe just not our style). Even with these minor hiccups, the atmosphere was great, the service was friendly, and the quality of the food made up for it. read more

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I had been here several years ago. It was great then, but I didn't enjoy it as much this time. The service and atmosphere was still nice. I had the octopus app, which was overdone, tough. I had the Seafood Bucatini. The sauce was plain and didn't adhere to the noodles. The breadcrumbs didn't add to the dish and were awkward. The noodles were hollow, which after reading is the bucatini definition but I didn't realize it would make eating feel like I was sucking through a straw. The fish was minimal and tasted all somewhat the same. read more

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Sorella is one of those places that always hits the spot. Their food is consistently good and the drinks are always fun!! The outdoor area is so nice when the weather is good. Interior is really cute too! Staff are always nice and willing to give recs if you ask. read more

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We came in due to the reviews. We're all foodies. The restaurant had a nice ambiance. Inside or outside seating available. The server was kind. We ordered the spaghetti, calamari, rigatoni, chicken meatballs, gnocchi genovese, and bread. The flavor profile was decent however, the noodles on all dishes seemed undercooked. The sauces were not very tasty compared to other similar restaurants. The bread and calamari were our favorite dishes of all that we ordered. read more

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Great gem in Bay View with amazing food. Gluten free and vegetarian options were plentiful. The pizzas were amazing and made it house. The best part of the night was the veal marsala because it had such a great flavor. Luis was a great server and made our night special. read more

Sorella - Cannoli - Italian Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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My favorite restaurant in Milwaukee!! The food, service & vibes are all incredible. I wish I could eat here every night! read more

Sorella - Kale Caesar - Italian Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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Sorella was firing on all cylinders when we dined there. We started with the octopus with Calabrian chili oil and arugula, which was a great way to kick things off. The roast beet salad was fresh and well balanced. For mains, the lamb osso buco with polenta was tender and really well executed. The baked ziti Genovese with short rib ragù and béchamel was rich and absolutely worth ordering. Service was outstanding and the room had a lively energy, especially for a 5:30 dinner. It was already packed and buzzing. Overall a really strong experience and a place I would gladly return to. read more

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Came to Sorella on a Saturday and I'm glad we had a reservation!they were quite busy. Our table was ready right away. The server was kind and helpful with the menu and the service itself was very timely and we didn't need to wait too long for the food, but still knew it was freshly made. The mocktail was great! We started with the arinchini (which was perfectly crispy on the outside, yet gooey and creamy on the inside) and kale salad that was fresh and they paired very well together! We got the broccolini that was charred to perfection and the potatoes that were salty and crispy but somehow not oily. We got the vodka pasta and the soft shelled crab pasta. The vodka pasta was clearly outstanding in my opinion! This could also be because I learned I'm not the biggest fan of soft shelled crab, but the quality of that dish was clearly great - just not my favorite. The salmon dish was fresh with great sauce and spinach underneath. For dessert we tried the cannoli that was a little heavy on the cherry for me, but the tiramisu was great! Objectively too much food for two people but we had tons of leftovers and it was nice to try a little of everything. I would note that the reservations on weekends are specific with the amount of time you have at your table. They ended up (very kindly) asking us to switch to bar seating cause we were well past our table time, which we were happy to do! Overall great experience and food and I'd definitely be back! read more

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We ordered take out not too long ago, so that means I can't speak about ambiance, but can share about our takeout service. We ordered: Cavatelli with Monday sauce; Baked Ziti Genovese with gluten-free pasta; Spaghetti Pomodoro; and Carciofi Pizza. They didn't have gluten free pasta for the Baked Ziti so we had to forgo that menu item. Takeout service was average as there was a communication issue. (Note: I noticed Carciofi Pizza is no longer mentioned on the online or carryout menu.) The food was tasty. I sampled every dish. I enjoyed the pizza- great to have for leftovers; the Cavatelli was also delicious. Spaghetti was also nice. I'd try it again to give another chance for service in-person and to rate ambiance. read more

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Husband and I decided to stop by and try some Italian food. We made reservations ahead of time, we got there the staff is very nice and welcoming. Our food was delicious I ordered the rigatoni allá vodka with chicken and it was delicious, a little spicy and buttery. My husband ordered chicken parmigiana and he said it was okay the spaghetti plate was small but the chicken parmigiana was a nice size. Overall we still liked the experience and we want to go back and try the pizza because it looks delicious read more

Sorella - Chicken Parmigiana, Rigatoni alla Vodka - Italian Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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I've been reading a lot of sites that say Sorella has Milwaukee's best pizza so I decided to order a couple to find out. We ordered a sausage pizza and a Margherita with artichokes and extra cheese. The pizzas were delivered while they were still technically warm. The crust on both was vaguely burnt, but good, traditional hand-style. The char added to the flavor profile. BF enjoyed the sausage and said it had actual fennel seed, a good sign. We both thought the sauce was good and not overly sweet - seemed not to be generic from a big can. My Marg was very good, although the extra cheese was not overly evident. We liked it very much overall and we want to try it again on site. They do not have my vote for best pizza in Milwaukee, however. Jury is out on that one... read more

Such a fun night at Sorella! Awesome food, quick service, and a fun atmosphere. What's better?? My favorite bite of the night may have been the lasagna. It was a special tonight but they should have it on their menu all the time! It was delicious, with the perfect ratio of pasta, sauce, cheese and meat. A close second was the pizza. I love the wood fire crust and each bite had pepperoni with the perfect amount of hot honey. I'll be dreaming about that for awhile! The rigatoni alla vodka was good but the noodles were a little too al dente and I needed more sauce. But the taste was still delicious. I also had a bite of my moms lamb which was soo tender The biggest thing that stood out to us about Sorella is their pricing. Everything was so reasonably priced for being a high quality, nice restaurant in Bay View! All our meals were less than $30 each I believe. Lastly, don't skip out on dessert!!! Both the Tiramisu and Torta Cioccolato were to die for! read more

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This is another place we like to visit and bring new people because you will never be treated poorly or have a bad meal!! We're always able to have a sensible conversation. The music is there but definitely in the background. If you like Italian food you'll love Sorella!!! read more

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We returned to Milwaukee for a visit and went back to Sorella. The kitchen has improved immeasurably. I almost felt like I was back in Italy. The dishes served at Sorella reminded me of the food I devoured on the Jersey Shore in towns like Point Pleasant Beach, Brielle, and Toms River. My Chicken Parm was fantastic, with a crispy breading and lots of cheese. Like on the shore, it was too much to finish. My wife's pasta was cooked al dente, with just the right amount of sauce. Most Italian restaurants in Milwaukee serve pasta swimming in sauce, burying the pasta's flavor. Sorella got it right. The service was friendly. We sat at the bar eating late and had fun. Sorella has become one of Milwaukee's best Italian restaurants. read more

It was a summer evening and we had a reservation for outside seating. The have two outdoor patios, one covered with a tent, the other open. We were seated on the tented patio, which was packed and was too loud for us to be able to have a conversation. So we asked if we could be seated on the open patio and we were told they were not using the open patio and we had to sit in the tent. It was a beautiful night - there was no reason to have a tent, and the enclosed sides increased the noise level. They could have at least rolled down or opened the sides of the tent to reduce the noise. The dinner was fine. The chicken parm was actually way too large. Our server was very pleasant. You will never guess what happened as we were finishing our dinner. Two parties arrived and were both seated at tables on the forbidden absolutely closed unavailable no matter what open patio. So why didn't you seat us on the open patio when we asked to be seated there??? read more

A Bay View Gem! If you haven't been to Sorella yet, you're missing out on some of the best Italian vibes in the city. It's that perfect mix of "neighborhood cozy" and "refined date night" that's hard to find. The Food: The Cavatelli with "Monday Sauce" is a absolute must--it's a rich, comforting ragu that tastes like it's been simmering for days. We also started with the Chicken Piccata Meatballs, which were surprisingly light and zesty. If you're into wood-fired crusts, their pizzas have that perfect char and chew. The Vibe: The atmosphere is lively and bustling (definitely make a reservation because it fills up fast even on weekdays). The service was attentive without being overbearing, and the staff really knows their wine list. Pro Tip: If the weather is nice, try to snag a spot in the outdoor tent/patio area. It's beautifully set up and adds a whole extra layer to the experience. Can't wait to come back and work my way through the rest of the pasta menu! read more

Sorella - Italian Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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The pizza here is incredible. Such a clean place with great service a must try! The meat lovers was really yummy.

Had a lovely night at Sorella! It was my first time visiting in maybe two years (!?) so I was excited to return. The staff to start, were all so sweet. From the hostess to the server, and even the kind gal that brought the dishes out from the kitchen. Atmosphere here is very enjoyable - love the decor, high ceilings, indoor/outdoor seating options, and the open kitchen concept so you can look in at all of the chefs hard at work on their craft. If there is a burrata on the menu, you know I'm ordering it, so we started with that! It was creamy and delish, topped with a chili crisp of sorts and served with loads of prosciutto and house made bread that was so yummy I wish I could've taken a loaf of it home. On special that night was a cucumber salad and an octopus dish, so we figured why not go with those! I loved the salad - super refreshing and light. Octopus however, while good in theory, might just not be my jam. It was well cooked, well presented, and plated with other goodies, but I probably wouldn't order again - maybe its a texture thing in my head? All in all, a nice night at Sorella. I'd love to sit outside on their patio on the next visit! read more

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I still love Sorella. I think it's two years since my last review and everything still holds up. My favorites, the beet salad, the chicken parmigiana and polenta, the pepperoni pizza and the cannoli. The cannoli has the fancy cherries on the end. From eating outside or inside, there isn't a bad spot. Looking forward to more dinners here. read more

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My boyfriend and I had an amazing dinner at Sorella for our 1.5 year anniversary! We started with the Burrata which was one of our highlights of the whole dinner! Super delicious and the chili crisp really works great! We shared the rigatoni alla vodka and a Carchofi pizza both were delicious and we loved the pasta especially with the sauce and slight chewiness of the pasta. We ended with the Tiramisu and loved the creaminess and decadence of it. Our server always kind, attentive, and very good to us all evening. This was my second time here and I will be back! Excited for warmer weather to enjoy the outside patio and next time may try to sit at the bar! The noise levels and ambiance were very normal and great for conversation and people watching. read more

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This place was absolutely sooo delicious! I came here on a busy Friday night and was seated at the bar. Dimly lit and a very cozy feel. I tried an NA drink that was sooo delicious! Low in sugar and not too sweet, just perfect. I tried their brussel sprouts and sausage & mushroom pizza which were both sooo tasty and both wood fired, ugh I could have finished it all had I not had such a small stomach. Truly soooo sooo good. For a dessert I had their cannoli and it was delicious as well!! Crunchy outside and sweet inside, the drizzling on top a perfect touch to wrap it all up. Such a great dining experience, cant wait to come back! read more

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My last experience at sorella was great, we had pizza and burrata both delicious. I saw tables with bread but didn't see bread service on the menu. Also got some tiramisu - solid. Overall it was a nice dinner and it wasn't overly crowded on a week night read more

great atmosphere! we had outdoor seating and it was amazing! romantic as well. the service was great! waitress very knowledgeable! read more

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I've been here multiple times and each time it reminds me of why I keep coming. Sorella's a vibrant restaurant which a large energy to it, especially during the weekend. I'd recommend reservations especially if you're coming with a larger group. This night I came in by myself and sat at the bar for a personal pizza. The bartender was awesome at recommending her favorite cocktails and bringing out food promptly. This is a really great place to come and try something new solo or bring a group of family and friends to dive in. Can't wait to be back! read more

Sorella - Pepperoni - Italian Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Stopped in on a recent Sunday night to celebrate a birthday. Our first time there. It was a warm so we opted for an outdoor seat under a tent (also heated). I enjoy al fresco dining but the pea gravel makes it hard at times to balance all 4 legs of the chair-much rather have a flat surface (ie. pavement). Service was quick and friendly. Our large group ordered several appetizers (arancini carbonara, burrata, wood-roasted broccoli, kale caesar, and calamari. I thought all were very good-the burrata with chili crisp and house focaccia was excellent and actually I felt all delivered more in flavor and enjoyed them more than our entrees. For the main course, we sampled several pizzas as well as the cavatelli with "Monday Sauce". Both the pizza and the pasta didn't disappoint but also didn't rise to the top of either category in the city. I will say for the price point, the dishes were well sized. A solid beer/wine/cocktail menu for those that wish to imbibe. Definitely would be a repeat stop if ever in the neighborhood but also not a place I would make a special trip to. read more

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The restaurant provided a fairly standard dining experience. Our meal was satisfactory, service was adequate but staff was could and unfriendly including the manager, and the overall atmosphere was pleasant. Nothing was especially memorable, but there were no major concerns either. read more

Amazing customer service. Food is delicious. I went for dinner twice now and the dessert is also equally as amazing read more

We had a largish group with long table. Most everyone enjoyed their food. Pizzas were great. Pastas were on the dense/heavy side, but tasted good. Beet salad was great. Sea bass was not what we expected (usually Chilean sea bass)... it was more on the dry and tough side. Parmigiana was good. The kitchen is very accommodating with special dietary requests. Ambience is quaint and modern. Overall a nice space to gather. The outdoor space they offer looked great, with a cute little fireplace for cold nights. Service was attentive and prompt. Accurate, considering we had party of 14. The main downside is they do not split checks. So if you go with a group, it helps to know ahead of time that they will only allow one check for the entire party. That was kind of a bummer, as it was super hard for us to figure out the check situation at the end, so a couple of us ended up overpaying by a lot. read more

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The service is amazing. The food is perfect. The ambience is wonderful. Just go to there.

Sorella is a hot spot that is super busy, but you still get the feel that you are the most important guest dining in. Our server was knowledgeable, fast, kind and paid attention to detail. Our food was served quickly and hot. We ordered pizza, chicken and pasta and we cannot name one item we did not like. The place was dim which gave it the perfect vibe. The dining room is open with many tables and booths. There is a full bar and seating in that area as well. We were pleased that they were able to accommodate our group of 11 and we fit comfortably. In addition there is also outside seating that is heated for the cooler months. I'll add, the washrooms are impressive and I absolutely love the lighting. Most definitely a spot to check out if you're in the Milwaukee area! read more

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Delicious food, delicious drinks, good service, nice ambiance. They used to have kids books by the bathroom and as a mom, I thought that was an awesome touch. The last time I went, I didn't see them, though. Definitely recommend - never had anything I didn't love! read more

I ordered Sorella for dinner to go and the food was delicious. I ordered the Cesar salad, vodka pasta, and pizza. It was super easy to order & the packaging kept the food fresh. The food was still warm by the time I got home (12 mins away). Service was great and wait time was minimal. The food created a cozy night in that I hope to recreate with Sorella soon! read more

We had dined at Sorella a year ago and had a wonderful experience. When we returned this year, unfortunately, the restaurant was not the same in terms of the food preparation. The craft cocktails were consistent with what we experienced a year ago and we enjoyed them tremendously. The disappointment came with one of the entrées which was the seafood gnocchetti. The menu described the dish to include shrimp, scallops, calamari and cod. My first bite was a cold gnocchi and a baby scallop. I hadn't anticipated cold gnocchi which obviously meant the gnocchi was prepared ahead of time and reheated per order. I alerted a server who said they would reheat it to my dismay, but I sent them away with the plate nonetheless. It did come back, reheated not remade, but reheated, which did not do the dish any justice because it was now just a hot mess with no seafood visible to the eye. They did offer to remake the dish entirely however I was not convinced that any seafood would appear in the remade dish, so I requested a different entrée which they gladly delivered. While this dish was delivered hot, it was not prepared as well as I had had it last year. The seasoning was basically just a salty tomato paste profile. Sadly, we had such fun memories of this establishment and hope that they pay closer attention to the level of food they are delivering to their guests. read more

Loved this restaurant - such pretty decor, a lively Friday night vibe but we also felt right at home. The menu was amazing - something for everything and plenty of GF options for me. Our waitress was so kind - she made us a list of her favorite places in Milwaukee after we told her we were in town visiting! Now for the food - delicious salads - BIG too...probably should've split because I could barely eat my salmon after the salads and the meatballs. Nonetheless glad we tried everything we wanted to. The meatballs were such a fun twist on a classic! My husband loved the sauce on his pasta and I agree - tons of fresh tomatoes. Definitely recommend this for a date night spot or a girls night out. Really great spot!! read more

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