by peter n. long

The Wine Knot
"tie" one down
5611 6th Ave. | 262-653-9580

The Wine Knot Bar & Bistro is the kind of place where you pay for the drinks, but come back for the service. Located near Lake Michigan, the Wine Knot is Kenosha’s answer to the jazz clubs of Chicago. While the exquisite menu compliments the wine selection well, it is the live music that really helps the merlot go down. A professional, helpful staff and a laid-back bistro feel make the Wine Knot a fine choice for splitting a bottle on a Friday night.

Service with a smile is not a rule at the Wine Knot – it is a way of life. The staff goes out of their way to make your night the best it can be, so you can focus on the sights, sounds and tastes, rather than the service. ‘Wine Knot’ check it out?

Villa D'Carlo
a good pizze pie - now that's amore
5140 6th Ave. | 262-654-3932

Villa D’Carlo, a downtown Kenosha institution for over 40 years, more than amply fits the bill for any young professional looking for a big Italian mean at a reasonable price. Though a varied menu replete with pastas, steaks and appetizers is available, Villa D’Carlo’s main attraction is the thin-crust pizza. Still made using the original 1957 recipe, “Carl’s Famous Pizza” is a hit with those craving a pizza respite from the dime-a-dozen delivery chain pies.

The cozy Italian atmosphere equates to a packed house on weekend nights at Villa D’Carlo. Call ahead for reservations.