Content referencing Frank Balistrieri

Satin Doll’s Lounge Will Be Demolished

Satin Doll’s Lounge Will Be Demolished

Famed tavern had 'crazy' owner with connections to Duke Ellington, David Byrne and Frank Balistrieri.

Dining: Remembering Milwaukee’s Classic Restaurants
Dining

Remembering Milwaukee’s Classic Restaurants

New book by Jennifer Billock recalls old German restaurants, Mafia-connected Italian places and much more.

Bar Exam: Up-Down Milwaukee Is Arcade Heaven
Bar Exam

Up-Down Milwaukee Is Arcade Heaven

Brady St. bar has 60 vintage arcade games, 59 beers on tap, great views and loud vibe.

House Confidential: The House of Spider George
House Confidential

The House of Spider George

He's the entertainment director of Festa Italiana, and married to a Mafia don's daughter.

 
Bar Exam: The Rise and Fall and Rise of Dino’s
Bar Exam

The Rise and Fall and Rise of Dino’s

Riverwest bar, revived once again, was among the first in the nation to serve Lakefront beer. The food is good, too.

Plenty of Horne: New Coffee House on Jackson Street
Plenty of Horne

New Coffee House on Jackson Street

Pleasant Kafe opens on street where three new apartment complexes opened within the last year.

Plenty of Horne: Giovanni’s Sale Complete
Plenty of Horne

Giovanni’s Sale Complete

It took a number of months, but the sale of Giovanni's Restaurant was finally consummated on September 7th, 2006.