Aperitivo — Restaurant in Milwaukee

Today I visited this spot with my friends and must say, it is truly a beautiful place. I’m sure it has a rich history, which unfortunately I don’t know. The bar is excellent, and the atmosphere is very charming.

However, there were a few things that disappointed me. Unfortunately, the pizza was not tasty at all. The crust was thick and dry, and it even gave me heartburn, which I normally don’t experience. So, I would recommend being careful when choosing from the menu. We ordered a pizza with garlic, caramelized onions, and mushrooms, I don’t recall the name.

The thing that disappointed us the most, though, was what seemed to be large clumps of dust on the curtains. I think it would be great if you could address this issue, as it detracts from the otherwise wonderful experience at your place.

The service was impeccable and cocktails was great.

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My response: This is my response to reaction to my review. Thank you for your reply. However, I would like to clarify something. Google Reviews is a platform created specifically for customers to share their honest experiences, both positive and negative, so that other people can make informed decisions and businesses can improve.

Customers share their experiences online because this platform is designed for open and honest feedback.

You also invited me at the beginning of your reply to learn more about the history of this place. At first, I reacted with genuine excitement to those lines, but the ending of your comment left me stunned and completely changed my overall impression from yesterday’s visit. Unfortunately, after reading your response, I no longer feel inclined to return. Respectful communication is just as important as good food.

I sincerely wish your business prosperity and the joy of welcoming...

Haven't been here in a while, thought I'd come and revisit to of my favorites. The Big Mick, and the Cobb Salad. I made two changes to my Cobb. First, swap chicken for turkey. The chicken they make at Aperitivo is so good. They make it in house, last I knew, and it's the best chicken I've ever had from any restaurant I've been to. I also had Cesar dressing instead of the vinaigrette. It's just how I like my Cobb. And I was not let down. It was as good as it ever was, and I can't wait to come back for it.

The big mick is one of my favorites sandwiches in the history of food, and when done correctly, is probably something everyone needs to try once in their lives. Mine was taken off the panini press too early, so I left four stars instead of five.

In a perfect world, they'd use pickle relish instead of pickles. But hey. Not everyone is perfect.

I drove 30 minutes in midday traffic for this meal. I would do it again.

Next time I'll revisit the cheese steak, which was so popular at one point, they considered making a new restaurant JUST for the cheese steak. If it's anything like it's predecessor,...

Expectations temper an experience. With the name Aperitivo and the website’s concept, I expected what I encountered in Milan, where almost every block has an elegant bar serving stylish small bites and aperitifs. Stylish, exuding that European caché, the Milanese pose and prance before and after dinner at these bars. They are very cool.

Aperitivo is nothing like this. It is Wisconsin and Walker’s Point true. There is nothing bad about that but nothing what I expected. With lots of wood and paraphernalia, showing off the industrial age at the turn of the twentieth century, the bar has the requisite cream city brick of the neighborhood. There is nothing European about Aperitivo. Drinks are good, Wisconsin poured, and the menu eclectic with many choices. A large wooden bar takes up much of the space in this out of the way spot near the railroad lines and the post office. Service was friendly and very down to earth.

As a place to go, Aperitivo is just fine. However the name conjures up a cosmopolitan panache that is rare in Milwaukee. Aperitivo doesn’t have it, but it’s a nice place to...