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Pasta Tree

1503 N Farwell Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202-2328 (Lower East Side)
414-276-8867
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Ranked #240 of 884 restaurants in Milwaukee
Price range: €16 - €23
Cuisines: Italian, Seafood
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Good for: Romantic, Outdoor seating
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations
Neighbourhood: Lower East Side
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Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Senior Contributor
23 reviews 23 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

This restaurant will not disappoint. The wait staff are excellent and the food and wine choices more than adequate for anyone. We will go back.

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See 7 more reviews by gmulry for Milwaukee
Racine, Wisconsin
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69 reviews 69 reviews
30 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

It has been several years since last visiting the Pasta Tree and we were glad to be back. The menu is full and varied - particularly in the pasta offerings. A number of their traditional offerings, which we enjoyed during our last visit, were still on the menu and still seem to be very popular based on the plates we... More

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See 2 more reviews by BadgerRetirees for Milwaukee
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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23 reviews 23 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2013

I've been to Pasta Tree numerous times with my husband and to celebrate special occasions such as graduations, birthdays, anniversaries and retirement. The Pasta Tree has excellent food and amazing tiramasu. I have not been to the outdoor seating area, but I plan to once it warms up. The seating inside the restaurant is tight - they really fit a... More

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Franklin, Wi.
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8 reviews 8 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2013

Decided to try The Pasta Tree for dinner recently on a Tuesday night (apparently a very quiet night in this restaurant)...had a nice dinner, not outstanding but expected worse based on reviews of others. We sat in the front area across from the bar, and being a quiet night were able to enjoy conversation and the intimate atmosphere. Ambiance was... More

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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 February 2013 via mobile

First of all very overpriced. Food is average at best better . Service very slow not enough staff. Ordered two simple pasta dishes one doff drink and a piece of cake . No seafood or steak and the bill was over $50 . Portions are small and food bland and warm not hot . I would not return . Lower... More

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Wisconsin
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18 reviews 18 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2013

I have been going to the Pasta Tree for many years and it holds a certain nostalgia for me. It is a lovely little restaurant on Milwaukee's East Side with a delicious and diverse array of pasta dishes and a decent wine list. Our waiter was very friendly and attentive. Our water glasses were kept full and our waiter brought... More

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Mequon, Wisconsin
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3 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2013

My husband and I love this restaurant. Sometimes we go on the spur of the moment or for a special occasion. We have never had a bad experience. The food is always fresh and great. If you want their carrot cake, order it ahead of time because they do run out. It is definately one of my favorite restaurants in... More

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Janesville, Wisconsin, USA
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11 reviews 11 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2013

It had been years since I'd dined at Pasta Tree and I chose to return for a special dinner with my husband for our fifth anniversary. It did not disappoint! While we had a minor snafu with our reservation, the host was very accomodating and seated us next to the fireplace, which was appreciated on such a cold night. The... More

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5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 January 2013

We walked in and the hostess kept her nose in the reservation book. Didn't look up to greet us or tell us she would be with us. So we stood there and finally I said we were a reservation for 4. She didn't say a thing. Then walked us to our table and put the menus down on the table.... More

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See 2 more reviews by bekindeveryday for Milwaukee
Woodbury, Minnesota
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32 reviews 32 reviews
22 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 December 2012

We love the Pasta Tree! We live in Minnesota but visit Milwaukee a few times a year and the Pasta Tree is a must for us! Have a glass of Moscato D' atsi with the Sauteed shrimp appetizer and pick one of the specials for the evening (just had the butternut squash ravioli...awesome!) My Husband ordered the lobster linguini and... More

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