ZA

Love Za! The atmosphere is warm and cozy, and the food is delicious, especially the Eggplant Fritto, Garlic Bread, and Chicken Picatta. The service is excellent, Tara was super friendly and accommodating! We'll be back soon!

I made Valentine's Day reservations for Za. They get busy pretty quickly so I recommend making a reservation. The restaurant has a very nice date atmosphere. I was fortunate that my party was sat near the large pizza oven. It was awesome to see the pizzas get baked in real time. For appetizers, we got the calamari. The calamari had well seasoned batter and was a nice golden color. The calamari is accompanied by 2 sauces-- a fresh tomato sauce and a lemon aioli. I preferred the lemon aioli since it provided a nice twang to the calamari. For entrees, we ordered the spicy rigatoni vodka and the chicken alfredo. I must admit that our humble party of two was surprised by the size of the pasta dishes. Given that each dish is over $20, it's nice to see that the portions are ample. Both entrees came fresh out the kitchen! The spicy rigatoni is truly spicy. The color and the spice level match appropriately. The chicken alfredo has a good amount of chicken in the pasta. You won't be skimped on your protein. The pasta had us so filled we passed on dessert this time. For drinks, we ordered the limoncello margarita and the espresso martini. Both drinks were strong (compliments to the bartender). The limoncello margarita wasn't overwhelmingly bitter. It was a nice balance of bitter and sweet. The espresso martini is not a creamy martini. The base for their espresso martini is Kahlua so it has a bolder, robust coffee flavor. If you like a creamier espresso martini (usually lighter in color since the base is Bailey's) then I would pass on this one. The service was friendly and quick. I loved that there was a live singer for the night. For a party of two, we spent $95. So, you'll likely spend almost $50/person. 10/10 will come here again to try the pizza.

New-ish Italian restaurant in Elm Grove! Cute and dim lighting place with live music on some nights. Lots of table and bar seating, however it is incredibly loud inside. It was packed on a weeknight but it seemed many of the restaurant go-ers were friends of the singer. Would come back for the pasta, not for the pizza, and definitely not for the bread

Made a reservation for Dinner before a show at Sunset Playhouse. (definitely recommend this if going before a show as they get super busy)Was a nice date atmosphere. We DID have to use our flashlight to read the menu well and noticed others did too but it happens, when you're old lolThe server was super friendly and attentive. Food came out pretty quickly considering how busy they were. And I was very impressed by the portions. I added the chicken to my pesto pasta as I worried about it being filling enough, but I would have absorbed fine without it. The flavor was great, but definitely garlic. (That's on me I never think about that ahead of time and need to start carrying mints lol) The goat pizza was delicious. Flavors I've never had on pizza. And I'm not the biggest wood fire fan but this crust was really good.I didn't try the garlic bread because I just didn't have room but my husband loved it!It is on the pricier side but felt like the service, food quality and atmosphere justified it. I hope to get back to try some cocktails.

Za was amAZing! We went here for a date night but it is definitely somewhere we would be comfortable with the kids. Very mixed crowd of friends, dates, families. The decor looks like something out of a magazine without and the vibe is upscale classy. We started with the brussel sprouts (roasted with goat cheese and hot honey) and are looking forward to trying to recreate the dish at home. My wife had the filet with gnocchi and the steak melted in her mouth. I had the funghi pasta and had to force myself not to devour the entire dish. We finished off the meal with a cannoli!

My friends and I have a book club, and we try to meet west of Milwaukee because some of the members drive from the Madison area, which is why we decided to check out ZA. Everything was delicious, and the staff was very friendly. I already know a couple things I will be trying when I come back next time! We arrived right when they opened on a late Sunday afternoon, and so it was nice and quiet initially, which made it ideal for our book discussion, but by the time we were done eating, it was quite lively and fun!

Za in Elm Grove is a gem! Stopped in for my daughter's bday dinner, and everything we ordered was fantastic. We kicked off with the garlic bread--warm, crispy, and packed with flavor. The zucchini fries were another highlight: perfectly fried and not too greasy, with a satisfying crunch.For our main dishes, we had the pizza, spaghetti and meatballs, and chicken alfredo. The pizza was just right with a crisp crust and plenty of fresh toppings. The spaghetti and meatballs were classic, hearty, and full of flavor--the sauce was rich, and the meatballs were tender and juicy. The chicken alfredo was creamy and comforting, with a generous portion of chicken that paired perfectly with the pasta.We also received a complimentary piece of bday tiramisu for my daughter which was unexpected and delicious. The service was friendly and quick, and the ambiance was warm and welcoming. LOVED the live singers! Whether you're craving pasta, pizza, or just a good Italian meal, Za is a fantastic choice! We'll definitely be back.

We tried ZA twice. The first time was during the opening and it was chaotic, loud and pretty decent. Then we tested it once again. The service was excellent. In fact, that was seriously outstanding. Our waitress was as considerate as possible. 5 stars to her. The appetizers of fried melanzane and garlic bread were tasty and rather large. No complaints. However, when it came to the ZA itself, it was...wanting. The crust was a bitter yeasty tasting bit of meh. The cheese was not prime mozzarella. The tomato sauce was acidic. When I made reservations I was asked if there was any special occasion. I wrote, yes, it was a birthday. We were greeted by zero recognition of this. Hopefully, ZA will either get its act together.

If you are looking for a lovely experience with excellent food, the new restaurant that has opened in Elm Grove "Za" Is a great choice. Elm Grove was truly lacking in quaint restaurants. We have been there a couple of times now. It is modern Italian inspired. Our service and food were always spot on. Lovely decor. Large open overhead garage door type windows. Comfortable seating. Amazing pizza oven. The only downside I can think of is, it is a bit loud. The acoustics, because of all the hard surfaces,do not absorb into anything. So if you're looking to have a quiet,romantic conversation, this may not be the place for you. It is filled with families, young children, and adults. Za is a wonderful addition to Elm Gove and I highly recommend it. You will not be disappointed. Also, their pizza is amazing!

We love it here! The vibes are cozy and chic and the food is outstanding! Ethan is fantastic and his service was outstanding!