About This Venue
Barbiere's Italian Inn of South Milwaukee has been serving authentic Italian comfort food since 1963, offering classic homemade recipes passed down through generations of family ownership and now under the dedicated stewardship of long-time employee Mark Dempsey.
Founded by Sal Barbiere in 1963, this beloved neighborhood institution built its reputation on simple principles: family, superb food, and quality ingredients. Their signature items—including famous garlic bread, homemade lasagna, meatballs, and wood-fired pizza—have drawn loyal customers from across the Milwaukee area for decades. The restaurant's word-of-mouth success is a testament to Sal's belief that quality speaks for itself, with guests becoming lifelong fans after their first taste of the restaurant's iconic dishes.
The current South Milwaukee location, which opened in 2009, maintains the warm, family-friendly atmosphere that has defined Barbiere's for over 60 years. Under owner Mark Dempsey, who started working at the restaurant at just 16 years old in 1973, the establishment continues to honor its heritage while serving the community with the same dedication to authentic Italian-American comfort food that made it a Milwaukee treasure. The casual, welcoming vibe makes it an ideal spot for families, groups of friends, and anyone craving satisfying, homemade Italian cuisine at reasonable prices.