Sorella

Food was excellent. I had the Veal porterhouse with mushroom cream sauce which was awesome. We also ordered octopus and a pizza for an appetizer. Pizza was okay, I wouldn't come here for pizza. We also ordered the pork and the 2lb porterhouse steak. The appetizers she got were vodka penne, very good. And the creamy Polenta, and the Cavatelli Monday sauce which was really good. The Cavatelli tasted fresh and in house. We also ordered the gnocchi, which was very mushy. Not a fan. It's how Sicilians and southern Italians cook gnocchi. Overall, great experience.

The ambience was lovely, especially with the option for outdoor seating, which added a charming touch. The arancini and chicken picatta meatballs were quite tasty, and the Melanzana aubergine pizza was excellent with the perfect crust. For dessert, I tried the cannoli and found it quite enjoyable. Overall, it was a great dining experience, and I would definitely consider coming back here again.

One of the best food experiences I have had in a long time! The food tasted exceptional and the prices are very reasonable. The service was top notch and the atmosphere was fantastic. The octopus was delightful and the snap peas were just perfect! Definitely recommend!!

First time here. Has been on our list for a while. Heard good things about it and we were not disappointed. Street parking can be an issue, but we found a spot a block away. We had made reservations and got seated right away. Friendly host and waitstaff. Our waiter Paul did a great job with explaining the menu and shared his recommendations. The food was very good. We ordered the artichoke appetizer, chicken parmigiana, and the special lamb shank. The food and drinks took the right amount of time to get to us (not to fast or slow). Very good preparation and flavor. The sauce on the braised Lamb Shank was extremely good. Chicken Parmigiana was one of the best we have had. My only suggestions; the artichoke came with four pieces of bread. A couple of extra would have been nice (there was a lot of artichoke). And both entrees temperature could have been hotter. We will definitely put this on the "dine again" list. :)

Came here for a date night, looking for a new experience. Sat at the bar because we didn't make reservations (didn't bother my husband and I, but I recommend a reservation if it bothers you). The building is beautiful and the bartender was very attentive. All the employees we interacted with that night were delightful. We ended up trying the Chicken Piccata Meatballs as an appetizer (absolutely delicious - pictured is two, but they serve 5 as the app). For our main courses, Cavatelli with Monday Sauce and Lamb Osso Buco. Both were good, but the center of the lamb was as cold so we had to send it back... When we received it a second time, the owner brought it to make sure it was okay, which it was - Steaming from every area and tasting much better. The owner was so kind and told us about how the cheesecake recipe came about that they sell as a dessert - Which was easily the best part of the meal for me... So fluffy! We plan on coming back to try the pizza. Would recommend for anyone looking to try a new italian restaurant in the area!

Very cute restaurant with great drinks, incredible food. Good location with ample street parking, too. We had a group of 6 and the service was fast, food came out hot & altogether and the pasta was to die for. I personally had the veal agnolotti pasta special - and if you’re there while they have this… you HAVE to get it. This is one of the BEST pastas I have EVER had in my life. Veal Agnolotti - 5⭐️ (x2 lol) Cavatelli - 4⭐️ Gnocchi - 3⭐️ - personally was not a fan of the texture of this gnocchi but the flavor was great with the short rib. Swordfish - 3.5⭐️ Margarita Pizza - 4⭐️ - crust was incredible! Octopus special - 5⭐️ - the flavor layers on this was incredible, balanced well with the bed of chickpeas and sauce, too.

I unfortunately have a glass stomach (gluten and lactose intolerance). Staff, including our waitress, Gennifer, went way out of her way to make sure my order was safe to eat - triple checking on little details like seasoning and sauces with the chef. I ultimately had the halibut which was great. Family really enjoyed their pasta and pizza.

Casual dining in an open setting. Ah, feels good. Nice place for families and conversations. Not a huge menu, but nice work on the food and service was very friendly. I had gnocchi veal dish with peas. Tender! My wife had Chicken Parmigiano and my son had the Pork Chop special. Pizzas also looked good.

Food was excellent. I had the Veal porterhouse with mushroom cream sauce which was awesome. We also ordered octopus and a pizza for an appetizer. Pizza was okay, I wouldn't come here for pizza. We also ordered the pork and the 2lb porterhouse steak. The appetizers she got were vodka penne, very good. And the creamy Polenta, and the Cavatelli Monday sauce which was really good. The Cavatelli tasted fresh and in house. We also ordered the gnocchi, which was very mushy. Not a fan. It's how Sicilians and southern Italians cook gnocchi. Overall, great experience.

The ambience was lovely, especially with the option for outdoor seating, which added a charming touch. The arancini and chicken picatta meatballs were quite tasty, and the Melanzana aubergine pizza was excellent with the perfect crust. For dessert, I tried the cannoli and found it quite enjoyable. Overall, it was a great dining experience, and I would definitely consider coming back here again.

One of the best food experiences I have had in a long time! The food tasted exceptional and the prices are very reasonable. The service was top notch and the atmosphere was fantastic. The octopus was delightful and the snap peas were just perfect! Definitely recommend!!

First time here. Has been on our list for a while. Heard good things about it and we were not disappointed. Street parking can be an issue, but we found a spot a block away. We had made reservations and got seated right away. Friendly host and waitstaff. Our waiter Paul did a great job with explaining the menu and shared his recommendations. The food was very good. We ordered the artichoke appetizer, chicken parmigiana, and the special lamb shank. The food and drinks took the right amount of time to get to us (not to fast or slow). Very good preparation and flavor. The sauce on the braised Lamb Shank was extremely good. Chicken Parmigiana was one of the best we have had. My only suggestions; the artichoke came with four pieces of bread. A couple of extra would have been nice (there was a lot of artichoke). And both entrees temperature could have been hotter. We will definitely put this on the "dine again" list. :)

Came here for a date night, looking for a new experience. Sat at the bar because we didn't make reservations (didn't bother my husband and I, but I recommend a reservation if it bothers you). The building is beautiful and the bartender was very attentive. All the employees we interacted with that night were delightful. We ended up trying the Chicken Piccata Meatballs as an appetizer (absolutely delicious - pictured is two, but they serve 5 as the app). For our main courses, Cavatelli with Monday Sauce and Lamb Osso Buco. Both were good, but the center of the lamb was as cold so we had to send it back... When we received it a second time, the owner brought it to make sure it was okay, which it was - Steaming from every area and tasting much better. The owner was so kind and told us about how the cheesecake recipe came about that they sell as a dessert - Which was easily the best part of the meal for me... So fluffy! We plan on coming back to try the pizza. Would recommend for anyone looking to try a new italian restaurant in the area!

Very cute restaurant with great drinks, incredible food. Good location with ample street parking, too. We had a group of 6 and the service was fast, food came out hot & altogether and the pasta was to die for. I personally had the veal agnolotti pasta special - and if you’re there while they have this… you HAVE to get it. This is one of the BEST pastas I have EVER had in my life. Veal Agnolotti - 5⭐️ (x2 lol) Cavatelli - 4⭐️ Gnocchi - 3⭐️ - personally was not a fan of the texture of this gnocchi but the flavor was great with the short rib. Swordfish - 3.5⭐️ Margarita Pizza - 4⭐️ - crust was incredible! Octopus special - 5⭐️ - the flavor layers on this was incredible, balanced well with the bed of chickpeas and sauce, too.

I unfortunately have a glass stomach (gluten and lactose intolerance). Staff, including our waitress, Gennifer, went way out of her way to make sure my order was safe to eat - triple checking on little details like seasoning and sauces with the chef. I ultimately had the halibut which was great. Family really enjoyed their pasta and pizza.

Casual dining in an open setting. Ah, feels good. Nice place for families and conversations. Not a huge menu, but nice work on the food and service was very friendly. I had gnocchi veal dish with peas. Tender! My wife had Chicken Parmigiano and my son had the Pork Chop special. Pizzas also looked good.

Sorella might just be my favorite spot for Italian food in Milwaukee. I had a spritz and split the vodka pasta and D'Angelo pizza with a friend on their patio. The D'Angelo pizza, with its vodka sauce, mozzarella, roasted peppers, guanciale, and scallions, is truly something you can't find anywhere else in Milwaukee. Sharing a few dishes with a friend is definitely the way to go. The ambiance of the patio, with its charming string lights, adds to the experience, and making a reservation online was a breeze. The service was excellent and the pace was just right. I highly recommend!

It was too cold outside- heaters don't all work and they don't have the door closed. We waited for 23 minutes for drinks- slow, aloof service- heater ran out- we let the nearest staff member know it ran out. Which turned out to be the owner. And sadly had to make a second request as he came out with the next tables wine instead of a new propane tank. Food was great - but the tent was too cold and service didn't make up for the cold tent.

Sorella offers a fine dining experience, but it doesn't quite live up to the hype. The atmosphere is pleasant and modern, with sleek décor and an intimate setting. The space is cozy, making it a good spot for a casual evening out, though it doesn't have the same wow factor that some other local spots deliver. The menu features a variety of Italian-inspired dishes, and while the food is decent, it lacks the creativity or boldness you might expect from a higher-end restaurant. The pasta was fresh and well-prepared, but it didn't stand out in terms of flavor. The sauces, while good, were a bit on the plain side, and there was a noticeable lack of complexity in some of the dishes. While the presentation was attractive, the flavors didn't quite reach the level of excellence. Overall, Sorella is a fine option if you're in the area, but it doesn't offer much to distinguish it from other Italian restaurants in the city. It's a solid choice for a casual night out, but if you're looking for something truly special, you may want to explore other options in the area. Just okay, but not outstanding.

I had an amazing experience at my recent visit to Sorella. To start, I booked my reservation online before they opened and it was super easy and efficient, and my table was able to sit right away upon arrival. The restaurant itself is beautiful. Our waitress was attentive and friendly, and the food selection was excellent. I got the vodka pasta and it was delicious! I will definitely be visiting this restaurant again.

Stopped in for a birthday dinner and sat outside on the patio. Atmosphere was very nice out there, this is a good date night spot for sure. We both went with pasta options, and while both were good, neither were exceptional or overly noteworthy. Drink menu was probably the highlight for us, lots of different and refreshing options. In addition to a nice local beer selection. For the price I think we were a bit disappointed, but still enjoyed everything. It's a date night spot to try for sure!

We recently moved to the area and have been here a couple times when we had guests from out of town. Everyone was impressed with the vibe and food. The waitress was very patient and had great recommendations. My favorite was the pork entree and the green bean shishito dish. The pork was so tender and delicious, we definitely want to go back.

Went here for my birthday dinner. I ordered the asparagus gnocchi. It was so fresh and soft. But far the best gnocchi i have ever had. My bf ordered the cavetelli with monday sauce. It was also very fresh and delicious topped with ricotta. Service was fast and our waitress was very attentive. The only disappointment was that the reservation specifically stated we were celebrating a birthday and requested a birthday dessert and we didnt get one. We were offered the dessert menu and so we ordered it ourselves. Upon seeing the pictures posted we saw many birthday cakes given so not sure what happened with our reservation. Overall a great experience with service and delicious food.

Wow. My first dining experience in Milwaukee is off and running. Extremely friendly and accommodating staff. The atmosphere is perfect. Started with the Kale Caesar...one of my favorite twists on a traditional Caesar's. It was perfect. Next was the . I ordered the sausage and mushroom and added pepperoni. A must try!

Not only did the yellow building caught my attention, glad the food was tasty. The bday guy & I shared the cheesy chicken meatballs & shrimp-scampi antipasti... & the huge Nutella calzone! Everything was yummy & filling. Grazie

Grabbed an outdoor seat upon the recommendation of a barkeep in South Milwaukee. Lovely experience, great food, and the tiramisu is next level fantastic. The Anodyne coffee went perfectly with it. Such a fantastic and romantic evening. And the most impressive thing all night was the front of house lead. He gently but emphatically let the table next to us (who had finished their dinner before we were even seated and were still there when we ordered dessert) that others were waiting for their space. If you have gotten this far, please note that tables at restaurants like these function on a 90-minute timeline. Dawdling past your time means reduced revenue and experience for everyone who comes after you. Oh yes I *did* say that.

Great spot for date night! We made a reservation and were seated right away. Our server was very nice and checked in frequently. Food came out faster than expected. The chicken piccata meatballs were delicious. The portion sizes for our main dishes were very generous, so we had left overs. Both dishes were great! The espresso martini was a little creamy, which was amazing. We were too full for dessert but definitely want to try something next time!

Food: We had an incredible three course meal! Started with the snap peas, octopus, burrata and kale ceasar salad. And wow the combo was great, hands down recommend the kale ceasar salad and the burrata, which comes with a delicious bread. For main our table had the cavatelli pasta, rigatoni pasta, chicken parmesan and pepperoni pizza. The rigatoni blew us away, and the pizza had the perfect crunch in the crust. We ended our meal with the olive oil cake and the nutella calzone, and WOW we were talking about the calzone way after we finished it. Service: Fast & kind service! Great recs from our server. Ambiance: The outdoor patio was perfect for a summer evening.

The experience started off well with the reservation process. I do appreciate restaurants that have online bookings. The location is off a busy road, but we were able to find parking off one of the side streets. The restaurant is nice with a mix of modern and historic feel. I checked in, and we were seated right away. Our server was friendly and helpful. I was a little worried about the limited menu and not finding something I would like... I was proven wrong. For appetizers, we had sausage and mushroom pizza, the octopus, and the arancini. The mushroom pizza was good and something I would order again, but the crust could have been a little more crisp. The octopus was cooked well and not at all chewy. The arancini was OK. What was really good were their pastas, and I really liked the Porterhouse steak special. I usually have my steak medium rare, probably more towards the rare side, and it was cooked perfectly. While the portion was made for sharing and could be shared between two to three people, I did take it down myself. The Porterhouse special came with three sides, and out of those sides, I could choose between half order of their pasta dishes. The Rigatoni Alla Vodka and Cavatelli with 'Monday Sauce' are excellent. Another person at my table had the Veal Chop, which was cooked well, and the sauce was a perfect blend of having flavor but not overpowering. The Duroc Pork Chop was also cooked well but would be a bottom on the list compared to the other dishes. The Summer Gnocchi was also good. The gnocchi was not as dense as others I have had. If you prefer more dense gnocchi. Pretty much everything we had was made well with quality ingredients. It was a nice atmosphere and great food. Highly recommend it and someplace I would go to again. It is a pricey place, so one that could be reserved for a special night out.

Honestly, I was a bit disappointed with my pasta the last time I came here. The noodles were a bit underdone, and the sauce was lacking in quantity and a bit of flavor. It was still tasty, but I've had many vodka pastas (one of my favorite dishes), and this one was underwhelming. That being said, I have been here one other time and had a really nice experience! So I'm definitely going to come back at some point and maybe try something new!

This review of Sorella is long overdue. I've been 3 or so times now and every time Sorella just crushes it. Food, yes, it's all about the food and here's about everything we've tried so far... The pepperoni pizza with spicy honey is just one of my favorite pizzas in town. The Bomba calamari is some of the best calamari around. The calamari are strips so chunky and meaty laid out on a bed of spicy tomato sauce. I was seriously impressed with that appetizer. The wood roasted beets salad is OMG freaking amazing! One of the best salads and most unique flavor profiles I've had in a while. Sorella also has a T-bone steak that is massive and deserves to be split that is also cooked to perfection. Top all that food off with some unique desserts like the flourless chocolate and peanut cake or the banana panna cotta and you're talking nothing but love here! We will be back as Sorella is just an all-around solid place to get fed. We typically sit at the bar and enjoy the company of the bartender along with solid cocktails. They can whip up just about whatever you crave!

Underwhelming. I'd heard many good reviews about Sorella, so I was happy to visit the restaurant. The interior is very warm and welcoming. Unfortunately, I was not impressed by anything we ordered. We got a main and a pasta dish, and both lacked flavor other than salt or sugar, and the pasta was overcooked. Our server was very pleasant, but there are better Italian restaurants in town at this price point.

Best Napoli style pizza we've had in MKE. The crust was so so good. Outdoor seating nice, but the gravel makes the chairs sit a bit funny. Service is excellent. Our new go to

Made dinner reservations Wednesday night. We got two appetizers, the Arancini Mortadella and Fritti de Mare. Both were just okay. For my main dish I got the Gnocchi Genovese which was very tasty and I really enjoyed the short rib and onion ragu. I tried the Cavatelli with Monday Sauce and I didn't really like the sauce; it was very thick and the flavor reminded me of pizza sauce. Otherwise, I had a good experience dining here.

delicious birthday dinner for my wonderful mother tonight! Really sweet that the waitress brought out one of the desserts with a lit candle for her to blow out. I always appreciate a birthday candle! We sat out on the covered patio, which was toasty by the fire. It was a beautiful space. My Mom ordered the amatriciana without meat. She was torn between that and the broccolini but decided on this one because she wanted red sauce. The spice level was good and not too spicy, which she struggles with sometimes like when we get Thai food haha. My Dad got the chicken parmigiana, which came with spaghetti. He liked it but it didn't blow him away. It's hard to go wrong with chicken parm! For the table we started with the Arancini alla nerano & the chicken piccata meatballs. IM OBSESSED. I would seriously go back just for these apps and a drink! The Arancini were so creamy & crispy. The meatballs were perfectly lemony. I could have drank the sauce I swear. YUM. Must order. Another must order is the Nutella calzone! It was a massive portion and did not disappoint. Be careful not to burn yourself though.. the chocolate is piping hot. If we had known the size before ordering we would have passed on the other dessert (which I would recommend you do as well!) Lastly, my partner and I split two pasta entrees-- the gnocchi and the alla vodka. The gnocchi was good with the lamb and veggie combination but personally I prefer my gnocchi a bit crispier. The alla vodka was also good with the spicy breadcrumbs on top, but I feel like I could have made something similar at home.

Our server, Rochelle was wonderful! She was familiar with both the drinks and menu. The sparkling wines were a nice start, as were the mussels and arancini. Pasta was great and the veal divine. Throw in a lovely dessert and complimentary lemon cello and orange cello and it was worth every penny! Will return to try more!

I usually reserve five star reviews for the best in category and the best Italian restaurant in Milwaukee is Tenuta's for both the food quality and consistently good service. And yet, the food here is excellent and the service was exemplary. And the waiter said "Kill Caesar!" when he brought the salad. Well maybe it was "kale Caesar," but that wouldn't be Shakespeare so I think it was the former. They have some very good wood fire pizza, with set combinations of ingredients so I hesitated to ask for an additional topping. I asked the waitress to go ask the chef what he thought about adding anchovies to the ramp pizza special and he approved so that's what I got and it was quite a good experience. The waitress was young but good in an old fashioned way, she paid attention, didn't rush, didn't interrupt, was very prompt and competent. It's a very nice space, very attractive and they have actual hat racks right near the door so I didn't forget my hat. Yes, I'm so old, I take off my hat to eat indoors. The Chief of Staff got a delicious artichoke gnocchi, which I know how to write but really don't know how to pronounce. Kill Caesar!

Very attentive staff and beautiful atmosphere indoors and outside in the summer. Seating at the bar tables looks intimate as well.

Beautiful place for a nice Italian meal! I had been wanting to try Sorella for some time now and finally had the excuse to go for a friend's birthday celebration. Their menu is on the smaller side (which is why it took me so long to come try Sorella), but it really is the best of the best when it comes to the options they do have! Our table shared the Carciofi (roasted artichoke hearts) to start, and we all raved about the delicious bread that it was served with. I opted for their authentic wood-fired pizza as my entree while my friends enjoyed various pastas. Everyone was impressed with the food! We ordered a few cannolis to finish off our meal -- which I highly recommend saving room for! Can't wait to come back and try out their beautiful patio or bar seating as well!

Hands down my favorite authentic Italian restaurant in the MKE area. Coming from an Italian family I'm very picky when it comes to spaghetti sauce and Italian food, but Sorella passes the test for me! This was our second time here and I've recommended Sorella to friends and family and they all leave impressed as well! Both times I ordered their Cavatelli with 'Monday Sauce' Broken Meatball, Sausage & Pork Ragu, Ricotta because it's just like the sauce my family makes and or you'd find in my hometown of Iron Mountain, MI and I've yet to find anything comparable in Green Bay or Milwaukee, other than here! We also ordered their homemade bread for an appetizer which I highly recommend and of course, dessert being a cannoli! Large drink menu as well. Reasonable prices for authentic Italian food! HIGHLY recommend!

Stopped by on a cold winter's eve to warm up with some cocktails and pizza! We stopped by around 7pm on a Sunday to find the dining room full and only open to those with reservations. Not to worry! They have a large bar that had plenty of seating where my dining companion and I enjoyed a comfortable evening. We started things off with cocktails. I enjoyed their paper plane cocktail (amaro, aperol, bourbon, and lemon) while my dining companion opted for their take on a classic manhattan. Both cocktails were delish! I ordered their kale salad, which came with the unusual addition of celery and parmesan crisps. It was quite fresh and tasty. My dining companion and I shared an order of their crispy fried brussels sprouts (amazing) and their broccolini pizza (ricotta, fresh mozz, broccolini). The brussels were served with a sprinkling of balsamic soaked raisins, which were a delicious addition to perfectly crispy and delicious sprouts. The pizza crust was just the right texture (crispy on the outside, soft on the inside) and the toppings were unique and lovely. The bartender was friendly and attentive! Get to it!

One of my favorite places to go in the bayview area! It's right off the Main Street and has a nice outdoor patio as well as a lot of room inside. The wait staff is very friendly and the service is relatively fast. They have a lot of wine and beer options. A go to for me is the peroni on tap. They also have homemade limoncello (yum!) I have been here multiple times and have always loved what I have gotten. There pizza is fantastic! It is wood fired so it is pretty light but packs a lot of flavor. I've also heard good things about all their pasta dishes (have no tried myself). I would recommend trying their chicken picante meatballs. Absolutely fantastic! Overall great place for a date night or special occasion as I would say their price rages from $20-40

I've ordered to go from here and the food is always good. The pepperoni pizza with spicy honey is so good! Find lot made the decision to eat here and it was great. The ambiance is wonderful. The chicken piccata meatballs are so good. I may have eaten the sauce as a soup. The chicken Parmesan was delicious. Only complaint is that if you get the potatoes you might want a sauce with it. Loved my gnocchi dish. Definitely get dessert. The flourless cake brownie dessert thing I got was delicious and massive. I have never had leftovers of dessert before so it was fun to have extra to take home. Our server was great. Friendly and efficient. Would for sure come back.

My partner and I wanted to try this restaurant for our anniversary after seeing the great reviews. I feel validated seeing the other (somehow rare) low reviews that describe the same experience we had. The cocktail we had was the Hotel Cristina and it was just okay. We had the rigatoni alla vodka for our dinner and that was pretty bad. The noodles were clearly not made in-house. Fine, whatever. But the sauce was very bland despite being way overly salted. Our server was very nice but I don't understand why we were seated directly next to another couple when the restaurant was 80% empty for the entire time we were there. The restaurant was pretty cute but everything just felt cheap. If this restaurant was honest about what it was, mediocre, I wouldn't give it such a low review. But the very high prices (comparable to Onesto which is fantastic) are completely unacceptable for the low quality. I'm convinced all the people giving high reviews simply haven't had good Italian or they just love bland, expensive food.

The veal and chicken parm dishes were tasty. The restaurant was a comfortable and fun setting. The staff were helpful. The tiramisu was one of the best I have had.

Pizza was really good! Specially the crust. Best part for me. The center of the pizza gets very soggy which sucked but over all very delicious. Chicken Parmesan was good. I would not recommend the flourless desserts.. very flowery consistency. Just falls apart when you cut into it. Cheese cake was great. Margaritas were very tasty. Place is pretty pricey.. do have a nice outside area to eat.

We came out to Sorella for dinner before heading out for the evening. Their outdoor patio was gorgeous and unlike most patios, the chairs were super comfortable! The service was good but we all felt like the server was dismissive once we stated that we wouldn't be drinking there, but she was still kind. My sister and I split the vodka pasta and broccolini pizza and both were delicious! The vodka pasta has spicy breadcrumbs on top that make the dish! Would absolutely recommend to anyone.

Family dinner at Sorella! It was all of our first time eating here! We reserved a table for 6:30 and were seated right away on the patio as requested. The fire was nice and toasty on a cooler evening. The service was friendly with frequent check ins and the food came out surprisingly very quickly which was nice and hot! Now lets talk about the food! YUM. We enjoy sharing plates so I got to try a little bit of everything. The appetizers were delicious and i'd come back for them again. My pasta (rigatoni) was so good, the bread crumbs added crunch and flavor, clean plate club. Everything was delicious all around. Food 5/5 for my taste buds, however pasta seemed a little pricey. I got the cocktail called Hotel Cristina it was refreshing! And for dessert we got the Nutella Calzone which was also mouth watering, loved the bread!

We had such a nice time here as a large group of eight. We made a reservation for Sunday evening and we're sat immediately upon our (early!) arrival. It was very loud inside fyi but still able to hear our table. Every employee was very nice and our server was knowledgeable and attentive . The wine menu is a nice size with a nice variety. The cocktail menu has common items but also jazzy unique cocktails. They food menu has an abundance of gluten free and vegan items too! I didn't get pictures of all the food but we had three appetizers which was plenty for the table. They were roasted broccoli, green beans, and artichoke cacio e pepe. All of them were delicious but the broccoli was a fave as well as the cherry pepper tahini with the green beans. I'd put that on so many things! To eat we had the fra diavolo pizza, pepperoni and sausage pizza, cavatelli with Monday sauce, spaghetti, chicken cacciatore, baked mussels, and pizzeria chopped salad. Everyone enjoyed their food but some good and bad mixed in: the baked mussels were quite bready, the chicken cacciatore was a little bland, the cavatelli would've been delicious had it been served warmer than room temp and the fra diavolo pizza was super floppy from all the sauce and needed a bit more cheese. Still overall a very tasty meal at a place I'd recommend for groups and couples alike!

Loved everything about this experience! Came with a friend at 5pm when they opened. Loved the space - so pretty and open! Started with a cocktail and some appetizers. Make sure to get the artichokes; they are amazing. I loved the pasta I ordered and the dirty martini. Finished with flourless chocolate cake. I was so full and the price didn't break the bank. Our server was kind and attentive. I will definitely return. Great spot to have in Bay View!

Went here on a date. It's a modern decors in a old building, the Kinn building. Walking in it's a high ceiling and lots of close together tables. Then there's an adjoining room with the bar and more tables. Reservations are a must. Probably not the best place for a large group. Pasta is great. Worth the $2 extra from a lesser Italian place. The special was "an easy recipe" no easy recipe- or complicated tasted like that.

class act! beautiful atmosphere and there are no words to express my gratitude to the owner Paul and his staff. accommodating on short notice and more so for accommodating more than originally planned for! Surprises aren't for everyone or every event, but Paul and his staff handled it well and eased my through my embarrassment of the additional people. highly recommended for delicious food and great service! thanks Paul! Michelle D from NJ

Sorella is a culinary gem that deserves nothing less than five stars! The pizza here is an absolute delight, with a perfectly crisp crust and a mouthwatering array of toppings that make each bite a flavor explosion. The pasta dishes are equally exceptional, cooked to perfection and bursting with rich, authentic Italian flavors, and the Chianti wine selection adds a delightful touch of sophistication to the dining experience. Sorella is a must-visit for anyone seeking an unforgettable Italian culinary journey.

Recently worked with Paul to place a catering order for an event we had yesterday. He was very responsive, accommodating and easy to work with. The chef gave us their recommendations for our group based on a few things I said we would like. We have more than enough food and were happy to have leftovers because everything was delicious. The rigatoni was by far our favorite. The Gnocchi was melt in your mouth good. I can't wait to go for dinner. They were very accommodating to dietary restrictions and each guest has plenty of options to choose from.

We visited Sorella for a weeknight dinner in August. The experience was excellent, with good service and delicious food. It was easy to make a reservation on their website for a table on the patio for our group of four. The servers were masked and the tables well-spaced, which we appreciated. Our group started with the blistered shishito peppers, which was a nice appetizer. It's always fun to see them on a menu. For mains, we had: Pepperoni Pizza - my favorite thing we tried. The wood-fired crust was delicious and the hot honey was so unique! Definitely would get this again, and would highly recommend. Mushroom Pizza - delicious crust, food sauce, overall really nice. Would have liked to see the whole pizza covered in a layer of arugula, I'm a fan! Eggplant Parmigiana - I didn't try this one but it looked delicious and our friend liked it. Especially the burrata! Shrimp Scampi - I didn't try this one either but our friend enjoyed it. I will say the portion vs. price seemed a little off. Housemade Cannoli - I never order dessert but heard these were delicious. So good! Definitely order one. (They're a nice size, we shared one between two people.) The limoncello was also really nice and a good way to cap off dinner. Sorella is a great addition to Bay View's restaurants, and I look forward to going back! (I'll be dreaming of that pepperoni pizza in the meantime.)

We have been wanting to try Sorella for awhile now. I now wish we had dined here years ago! Food, service, ambience. Everything is top notch. We had the arancini to start. The zucchini worked really well, deep fried perfection. My husband had the pepperoni pizza, best pizza EVER. The spiced honey? Genius. Gnocchi was sublime. Finished with the blueberry lemon tiramisu. Light and fresh and delicious. We'll be back. Sorella will be put into our restaurant rotation.

A fantastic spot with delicious food, amazing staff, and a classic yet laid back atmosphere. I came to Sorella on a Thursday night with a group of 10. We had a 7pm reservation. With a group reservation we were required to spend $40 each on food & drinks. To start we tried the broccoli salad, mussels, rice balls, and brussel sprouts. The broccoli salad and mussels were surprisingly my favorites! The broccoli salad was served warm with a delicious dressing that surprised everyone at the table. The mussels were baked to perfection and were stunning. As for drinks there was a menu with their classic cocktails as well as seasonal/rotational cocktails. They all looked wonderful! We all tried a cocktail or two which everyone enjoyed. As for the main course we had orders of the get the chicken parmigiana, sea bass, pizza, spaghetti, and baked chicken. Some of the sides included the creamy polenta, salad, spaghetti, and crispy potatoes. The baked chicken was spectacular with crispy skin yet not over cooked. The sauce really made the dish. It had so many flavors with a little bit of a kick. The polenta was a bit creamier than I am used to but it was still delicious nonetheless. When the crispy potatoes came out I was surprised to see that they resembled thick cut chips instead of the roasted potatoes I was envisioning. I wish I took a photo for you all. Regardless those who had the crispy potatoes enjoyed them. To end the meal we all had some dessert. We ordered some cannolis and cheesecake. The cheesecake was a favorite around the table. As someone who isn't a fan of cheesecake in general I opted for the cannoli and was pleasantly surprised to see the filling stuffed with chocolate and cherries. This cannoli has to be the best cannoli I've ever had! The flavor combination was unforgettable. The filling to shell ratio was perfect and the shell itself was crispy through and through. Overall, Sorella is a fanatic place for any special occasion, date night, or just a nice dinner. I didn't hear a single bad thing from anyone the whole night. Everyone was raving about the food, drinks, and atmosphere. Sorella is one of the best restaurants I've tried in Milwaukee. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND giving this place a try!!! I will be raving about my time here for a good while. I cannot wait to go back!

This was the second time I've been to Sorella. I adore the arancini, the pizza and the wine list. There is some room to grow and to offer up a few more authentic Italian dishes (there should be a D.O.C. Mozzarella di Bufala option for the margherita pizza, for example). Still, I was impressed and know this place can only improve with creative thought and probably a trek to Italia to see how it is done.

We chose Sorella for a recent date night and left happy! This Italian restaurant is featured inside the Kinn Guesthouse in Bay View and offers an extremely enjoyable atmosphere. It's totally stylish modern decor, fun wallpaper, and open-aired kitchen to view, high ceilings, and an overall design that incorporates the old building. Though we sat inside in the bar area, I would definitely look forward to returning to sit on their outside patio. It's very spacious, with covered areas available, and twinkly tree lights offering a great vibe. You'll find a booklet full of wine options here, as well as plentiful tasty cocktails and brews on offer. My husband very much enjoyed his Negroni gin drink that provided plenty of that the sweet vermouth taste he likes. Our server realized I was pregnant and offered the option of a mocktail (not listed on the menu). I was happy to take him up on this offer! He brought me a tasty lemon, basil, and mint concoction that was not too sweet. I'll be sure to get that vodka added in one day ;) On to the food! Date night obvi means we're getting an app to start and damn did we love the Eggplant Parmigiana. It's merely eggplant that's layered with marinara and burrata cheese. Try it - you won't be disappointed. Speaking of disappointed though, we weren't big fans of the Escarole salad. It's ingredients sounds delish (figs, radishes, fennel, lemon vinaigrette, crispy chickpeas) but it ended up being kind of bland and dry. The real winner of the night was the stone fired pizza! We opted for the special, which was a twist on the classic margarita. We both noted that the crust was perfection... nice and thin, doughy yet crisp all at the same time. And you can't go wrong with lots of moz, melty tomato slices, basil, and parm. We'll be back to dig into the pasta menu sometime!

If you're looking for drive though dining- is pretty good. Food is great. Ambiance great. What's not great: being told you need to leave your table after an hour and a half with good friends bc they need to flip it out for the next group. Friend made reservations on Open table. We found out AFTER being asked to leave that , yes, they do have a parking meter on your table. You can only stay for 90 minutes ( less time for less people -beware). if you have four people. They will tell you to leave the restaurant after 90 minutes (1 hour if you only have two people). Stupidly we assumed we could visit when friend made reservations so we were all somewhat horrified when we were asked to leave after 90 minutes. Friend said that there was something written on open table about this -to be fair- but who in the world does this? Friday night dinner. Friends we haven't seen in months. Drinks. Food. All. 90 minutes - "YOU'RE OUTTA HERE!!" So off we went and took this place off the list forever. Can't do a place that kicks you out after 90 minutes. Btw- line had 2-3 groups/tables. They weren't lining people up around the block. Give them a cocktail and make everyone happy. Ironic bc their website says "Visit " in big bold view when you open it up. So- visit. But just for a limited time. If your plan on zipping on and out- sure. Go. If you want to visit -Avoid this place bc they will kick you when your meter is empty. Here is the language on open table Open Table: "Your table will be reserved for 1 hour 15 minutes for parties of up to 2; 1 hour 30 minutes for parties of up to 4; 2 hours for parties of up to 6; and 2 hours 30 minutes for parties of 7+."

The flavors and execution exceeded my expectations. I would definitely recommend. We ordered the oricchetti with lamb sausage, and the mushrooms pizza. I figured the pizza would be 8" personal size, maybe 4 little slices. It was almost double that size, and well worth the $14 price point. And the flavors of the mushrooms, smokey cheese, arugula, and wonderful charred and chewy crust are unparalleled. The oricchetti was no slouch either. The lamb sausage had a lovely darkness to it, counterbalanced with parmesean, and a light touch of red pepper flake and citrus. I'm looking forward to trying the rest of the menu.

Note to self, if going to celebrate a kid's birthday call ahead and make sure they will do anything at all to make it a little special. At our Italian-food-loving son's request, we went here to celebrate his 12th birthday. Sadly, when the server came to ask about dessert while our son was in the bathroom, we asked if he could do anything for our son's birthday and he told us no. It was a disappointing end to the evening but our fault for not checking ahead of time. Just know, if you want to go here to celebrate a birthday and want a little recognition, they don't offer that. Food was good.

This place is an awesome date night spot. The patio is huge and really great ambiance. We ate inside and the decor is great. Modern upscale yet rustic. The pizza was fantastic. We had the pizza with broccolini. Delicious. I had an old fashioned to drink and it was spot on! We shared the chicken Parmesan and it was melt in your mouth. For dessert we had the Nutella calzone and omg yum! We will be back here for sure!!

Came here with my girlfriend for a pre-Valentines Day dinner. Entered being worried we wouldn't get a spot despite a reservation bc the Open Table reservations made it seem like it was slammed. Got there at 5:45 for the place to easily accommodate 2 plus many more. Started off with the Crispy Brussel Sprouts. Can't believe how much you get for such a fancy, elegant restaurant. They were delicious & hearty. I got the Squid Ink Risotto with Shrimp bc it was a special. It was something that seemed amazing since risotto is hard to find at restaurants. The taste was absolutely amazing. My girlfriend got the house special Pasta Verde (or something). It also tasted very good, not the largest portion size but she didn't finish it, got a carry out container. The ambience of the place also adds to the 5* food. Great interior decor. Prices are on the higher end for an entree but I went in knowing that & being perfectly acceptable paying a steep price for a great Valentine's Day dinner with A++ food. The pizzas looked great too & those are very reasonable priced.

Ambiance and restaurant itself is very cute! Service was good as well. The vodka pasta was just okay, I think it lacked flavor. The pizza was solid, pepperoni was highlight! I ordered an aperol spritz and was one of the best ones I've had in mke!