Outdoor Dining Spotlights
Take advantage of the fleeting summer weather at these two local patios.
BALISTRERI’S BLUEMOUND INN
This local favorite has long been a popular spot for handcrafted thin-crust pizza, Sicilian-inspired pasta and other classic, hearty Italian fare. Balistreri’s expansive patio, with hanging plants swaying from the rafters, is a cozy and friendly place to while away a warm Milwaukee summer afternoon or evening. 6501 W. Bluemound Rd., balistreris.com
THE PASTA TREE
For nearly 45 years, The Pasta Tree has been one of Milwaukee’s most romantic dining destinations, celebrated for handmade pasta, fresh seafood and Italian wines. In summer, the restaurant’s “secret garden” patio becomes a hidden oasis. The intimate outdoor setting is perfect for lingering over dishes like scallops with artichokes, pasta Pagliara, classic carbonara and vibrant pesto pasta. 1503 N. Farwell Ave., pastatreemilwaukee.com ◆
