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Customer Reviews (40 reviews)
Vincenzio
on Citysearch Jul 08, 2009The service was fantastic. The pizza was awful. The crust has NO flavor -- it is, however, very thin...which is normally good. Like eating cardboard that was slightly burned. Nice amount of toppings...if you don't... (more)
kjsupvest
on Citysearch Feb 14, 2009Amazingly thin - real Italian sausage and stretchy mozzarella. You can't find a thin crust like this with all the toppings. We travel 600 miles three or four times a year to have their pizza. It's incredible.... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Nov 14, 2008Aside from the parking mess, Balistreri's is an enjoyable restaurant with a great atmosphere, very good service, reasonable prices, and one of the best pizzas around. Their other menu items are also excellent, but... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Oct 06, 2008Have been there several time, the pizza is the best. Parking on the street can be difficult to find during the busy supper hours but it is worth the trip. Staff is friendly and prices are reasonable. You can't go wrong... (more)
IWillTryIt
on Citysearch Feb 22, 2008After reading so many positive reviews I was psyched to try the "Best Pizza in Milwaukee" The crust is not only cracker thin, cracker is exactly what it is. No yeast in this dough, it's unleavened. Crispy, crunchy,... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Oct 03, 2007My family has been going to Balistreris for pizza for years. Never disappointed in the quality of the food. Staff is always very friendly. Might have to wait a bit on a Friday or a Saturday night to get a table but is well... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Oct 02, 2007Quick service, excellent food. Clean restaurant with clean bathrooms. Missing a bar area. If you like thin crust pizza, you'll definitely want to eat here. One of the best Italian restaurants in the area. Old... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Sep 13, 2007This pizza is the best in Milwaukee. Seating is a little crowded at times. I would try to go at a less busy time. But the food is top notch. Service is exceptional also. (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Sep 07, 2007I have been hearing about how great Balistreri's pizza is for years. I went there a couple of weeks ago and received great service on a busy night. The eggplant appetizer was outstanding. The pizza was good, but not the... (more)
nathosp33
on Citysearch Oct 13, 2006Being originally from Chicago, we tend to be extremely critical of pizza, italian beef and hotdogs. Balistreri's is easily the most flavorful pizza restaurant in town and rivals "home Run Inn" and "connies" from... (more)
germanalewench
on Citysearch Sep 07, 2006My grandma gave me a dollar to try french fried eggplant when i was 8 years old, ever since, its been my favorite food!! The pizza isn't my favorite because I like thick crust, but I can assure you that if you like thin... (more)
rwlade
on Citysearch Jun 23, 2006I began my "pizza career" at the Caradaro Club in the third ward as a freshman at Marquette in 1953. When they went under I switched to Balistreri's which moved from 2nd place to first IMHO. I now live in Florida, but go... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jun 07, 2006This is by far the best pizza I have ever had in my 27 years on this earth. What else can I say about it...the thin crust, sauce that's not too sweet and not too sour, juicy meaty toppings, fresh veggies...the taste says it... (more)
asdfman
on Citysearch May 10, 2006If you get more than 4 toppings, request your pizza WITHOUT sauce; get olive oil instead...I know it sounds crazy, and the sauce is good, but the crust is crispier if you have a lot of toppings...... (more)
memelander
on Citysearch May 10, 2006I've been here 3-4 times and I like the red and white check board table cloth motiff and the service was friendly. The food is great if you have had you taste bud's shot off, surgically removed or otherwise wern't born... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jul 09, 2005One of the best in town. The food is great and the prices are reasonable. The wait for a table can be long, but it is worth the wait. World class pizza. (more)
unomonkeyboy
on Citysearch Jun 14, 2004I've been going to Balistreri's since I was dating in high school which was 34 years ago and the food and atmosphere has not changed. I've introduced my children to Balistreri's over the years and now we have another... (more)
rwals
on Citysearch Jun 14, 2004I've been coming here for years, and the pizza has always been great! They have the best thin crust pizza in the metropolitan area. The flavor will bring you back time and again. We've come here to celebrate various... (more)
Peter Behle
on Citysearch Jan 05, 2004<b>The Scene</b><br>There's always a crowd in this jam-packed casual Italian joint. Even in the dead of winter, expect to see folks linked up outside, waiting for a table. And, once inside, expect tight... (more)
gimmie_suga
on Citysearch Jun 23, 2003I know it sounds gross but my grandma gave me a quarter to try it when I was 8 and I've been hooked ever since!! I'm obsessed!!!! I love it!!! Try the french fried eggplant at least once!!!!... (more)
Tpstell
on Citysearch Feb 09, 2003None better in the usa. How do I get a franchise in Portland OR? (more)
macan214
on Citysearch Feb 08, 2003we have been going to Balistreris since he opened and we have not gotten a bad pizza yet. The choices on the menu are so many and the selection of toppings are great.The egg plant is out of this world... (more)
rdelzer
on Citysearch Feb 07, 2003The best pizza in town and in my neighborhood! If they delivered, I'd have to open a tab. The crust is cracker thin and just as crisp. The sauce is light on the tomato, which allows you to taste everything else. Excellent... (more)
ski_dawg
on Citysearch Jan 01, 2003A great flavorfrom a traditional pizza. I grew up in Milwaukee and now I am traveling the world. I also have tried the pizza's through out europe, but when I returned home for a visit I ate at my high school pizza place and... (more)
o_susanna2002
on Citysearch Dec 05, 2002THE best pizza in Milwaukee, hands down. Toppings are plentiful. Sausage is well-seasoned, not over spiced or too garlicky. Only problem is the wait on busy nights. (more)
jleemars
on Citysearch Dec 05, 2002It is hands down the best pizza in Milwaukee. Everything from crust to toppings is in a class by itself. (more)
cindeemal
on Citysearch Dec 04, 2002Good pizza, cute place, and the candy store next to it is awesome. Check it out while you wait for your table. (more)
jackiev
on Citysearch Nov 26, 2002Hands down, the best pizza in the city is found at Balistreri's! (more)
RCW1966
on Citysearch Nov 26, 2002I have been going to this establishment since I was in high school and that has been almost 40 years!! GREAT GARLIC BREAD!!! (more)
milwlady
on Citysearch Nov 14, 2002I have been coming here for over 20 years and have had pizzas at many places. None beat them (except one in New Orleans, but that doesn't count). (more)