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Onesto, Milwaukee, WI

Onesto

4.7
4.7
2635 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 68 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
Onesto, which means “honest” in Italian, serves a modern twist on Italian fare with an emphasis on fresh, handmade, flavorful cuisine. We also feature an approachable wine list and a craft cocktail menu. When you visit, be sure to check out our dramatic event space.

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  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (414) 308-1600
  • Website
    http://www.onestomke.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Alex Sazama
  • Private party facilities
    Located in the second floor loft, our multifaceted, private event space is able to seat 70 guests or 150 guests for standing receptions. Contact us at events@bensonsrestaurants.com for more information.
  • Private party contact
    Nickie Rouleau: (414) 585-8934
  • Location
    221 N Broadway, Milwaukee, WI 53202
  • Neighborhood
    Milwaukee
  • Cross street
    Chicago
  • Parking details
    PARKING: We've partnered with Secure-a-Spot Parking for $5 lot parking in the Third Ward! Applicable at the 330 Broadway Lot OR Freeway Lot.Broadway Lot: https://parking.secureaspot.com/hourly/zones/1212, use code HDRG for $5 offFreeway Lot: https://parking.secureaspot.com/hourly/zones/1258, use code HDRG for $5 off
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

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Menu

2024

Appetizers

  • Wagyu Beef Carpaccio$22.00

    parmesan crisps, truffle dust, garlic aioli

    • Roasted Pepper Bruschetta $11.00

      charred marinated peppers, whipped cheese, parsley

      • Burrata$15.00

        blood orange marmalade, pink peppercorn, extra virgin olive oil, thyme

        • Brûleed Brie$15.00

          apricot compote, crispy prosciutto

          • Sautéed Calamari$15.00

            shallot, garlic, tomato, lemon, basil, fennel seed, grilled ciabatta

            • Crabcake$20.00

              saffron aioli, fennel and honey crisp salad, citrus vinaigrette, grilled lemon

              • Meat & Cheese Board$19.00

                chef’s selection of premium artisan cheese and cured Italian meats, seasonal accoutrements

                Salads

                • House$12.00

                  spring mix, red onion, castelvetrano olives, red wine vinaigrette

                  • Caesar$12.00

                    romaine, pecorino cheese, anchovy filets, croutons

                    • Panzanella$16.00

                      truffle balsamic, brioche, arugula, basil, burrata, heirloom tomatoes

                      • Warm Mushroom $14.00

                        pine nuts, goat cheese, dried cherries, arugula, fresh herbs, caramelized onion vinaigrette

                        Pasta

                        • Bolognese$22.00

                          spaghetti, brisket, pancetta

                          • Ravioli$24.00

                            sweet corn ricotta, browned butter, zucchini, calabrian chili, relish

                            • Rock Shrimp Pesto $26.00

                              reginette, charred scallion pesto, parmesan, lemon

                              • Rigate alla Vodka$22.00

                                san marzano tomato, cream, basil, dehydrated fresno chili

                                • Fusilli$21.00

                                  asparagus, cremini mushrooms, truffle cream sauce

                                  • Meatballs & Pasta$19.00

                                    berkshire pork sausage, grass fed beef, sage, marinara

                                    • Carbonara$25.00

                                      pancetta, egg, parmesan, black pepper, white wine, butter

                                      • Lobster Campanile $28.00

                                        calabrian chili, blistered tomatoes, caramelized fennel, cream, lemon

                                        Additions

                                        • Seasonal Soup$6.00

                                          • Asparagus$11.00

                                            black garlic caesar, parmesan, hazelnuts

                                            • Orzotto$12.00

                                              spring peas, lemon, parmesan, pea shoots

                                              • Lobster Tail$20.00

                                                citrus butter, grilled lemon

                                                • Scallops (2) $20.00

                                                  • Salmon $12.00

                                                    • Chicken Breast $6.00

                                                      • Meatballs (2)$6.00

                                                        Sandwiches

                                                        • Pesto Chicken$15.00

                                                          sun-dried tomato, walnut pesto, arugula, provolone, focaccia

                                                          • The Italian $15.00

                                                            varzi salami, capicola, fontina, basil aioli, arugula tomato, piquilio pepper, red wine vinaigrette, focaccia

                                                            • Meatball Slider$15.00

                                                              berkshire pork sausage, grass-fed beef, marinara, provolone, brioche

                                                              • Grilled Cheese $15.00

                                                                arugula pesto, burrata, fontina, roasted tomatoes, sourdough

                                                                Last updated: May 8, 2024

                                                                What 2,635 people are saying

                                                                Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                4.7
                                                                4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                • 4.7Food
                                                                • 4.7Service
                                                                • 4.7Ambience
                                                                • 4.4Value

                                                                Noise • Moderate

                                                                Loved For

                                                                • Wisconsin

                                                                  Italian

                                                                • Wisconsin

                                                                  Most Booked

                                                                • Milwaukee

                                                                  Italian

                                                                • Milwaukee

                                                                  Most Booked

                                                                Review summary

                                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                Onesto delights with "phenomenal pasta" and "great service" in Milwaukee's historic Third Ward. Diners rave about the "amazing food," "lovely atmosphere," and attentive staff, making it a top choice for special occasions or a casual meal. Reservations are recommended for this popular spot.

                                                                2,635 Reviews

                                                                1. David

                                                                  VIP

                                                                  Chicago

                                                                  3 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  3 reviews

                                                                  Dined today

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Always love Onesto; thank you for rotating the menu to keep the experience interesting each time.
                                                                  OnestoResponded today
                                                                  David, Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad to hear you love Onesto and appreciate the menu rotations. Keeping things fresh and exciting for our guests is always a priority. We look forward to welcoming you back for another great experience!

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                                                                2. emily

                                                                  Minneapolis

                                                                  12 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  12 reviews

                                                                  Dined 1 day ago

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Excellent experience. Mocktails were amazing. Great dinner options, loved the homemade pasta. Beautiful inside - all in all a lovely dinner spot.

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                                                                3. Sarah

                                                                  New Orleans

                                                                  1 review

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  1 review

                                                                  Dined 1 day ago

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Second time I’ve eaten at Onesto. Still very tasty and enjoyable experience. Love the care and quality put in the food. Good service. Enjoyable ambience. Reasonable prices for the quality. Love that even on the second visit I already had discounts by being in the Loyalty Program.

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                                                                4. Mike

                                                                  Milwaukee

                                                                  1 review

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  1 review

                                                                  Dined 2 days ago

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Brilliant food and drinks. Amazing service and atmosphere. We’ll be back.
                                                                  OnestoResponded 1 day ago
                                                                  Mike, Thank you for the fantastic feedback! We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed the food, drinks, service, and atmosphere. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another great experience!

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                                                                5. Jill

                                                                  VIP

                                                                  Milwaukee

                                                                  10 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  10 reviews

                                                                  Dined 2 days ago

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Love dinner at Onesto! Creative and amazing cocktails. So very Gluten free friendly! Even things like crab cakes made with gluten free bread crumbs and good gluten free bread with meat and cheese board. Everything was delicious and our waitress was really fun and helpful.
                                                                  OnestoResponded 1 day ago
                                                                  Jill, Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed the creative cocktails and our gluten-free options. It’s great to know that our efforts to accommodate dietary preferences made your experience even better. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to your server as well. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another delicious meal!

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                                                                6. Greg

                                                                  Milwaukee

                                                                  1 review

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  1 review

                                                                  Dined 5 days ago

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  I wanted to take my family out for a wonderful evening and special meal. Onesto delivered again. Delicious food, Lexi our server was attentive, knowledgable and gave us great suggestions. We won’t hesitate to go back.
                                                                  OnestoResponded 1 day ago
                                                                  Greg, Thank you for sharing such a wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear that Onesto was able to deliver another memorable experience for your family. Lexi will be thrilled to hear your kind words—she truly goes above and beyond for our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back for another great meal soon!

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                                                                7. Shana

                                                                  Milwaukee

                                                                  10 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  10 reviews

                                                                  Dined 6 days ago

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Impeccable. The staff anticipates your every need without being intrusive. From menu recommendations, their knowledge and passion for Italian cuisine shine through. It’s clear that hospitality is taken as seriously as the food itself. 10/10 would recommend and return with friends.
                                                                  OnestoResponded 6 days ago
                                                                  Shana, Thank you so much for your kind words! While food is our priority, hospitality is our passion, and we are so glad that our team made a lasting impression with both. We can’t wait to welcome you and your friends back for another 10/10 experience! Happy Holidays!

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                                                                8. Norman

                                                                  Milwaukee

                                                                  40 reviews

                                                                  3.0

                                                                  40 reviews

                                                                  Dined 7 days ago

                                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                                  2. Food 3
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                  Meatballs were hard and not very good Bolognese wasn’t as good as normal I was under a vent that blew on me half the meal
                                                                  OnestoResponded 6 days ago
                                                                  Norman, Thank you for your feedback. We’re really sorry to hear that the meatballs and Bolognese didn’t meet your expectations, and we apologize for the discomfort caused by the vent. This is certainly not the experience we strive to provide. We’ll make sure to address these issues with the kitchen. We appreciate your comments and hope you’ll give us another chance to make it right.

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                                                                9. Lindsay

                                                                  San Francisco

                                                                  1 review

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  1 review

                                                                  Dined on December 21, 2024

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Wonderful place with great fresh pasta! We had a great time!
                                                                  OnestoResponded 6 days ago
                                                                  Lindsay, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed the fresh pasta and had a great time with us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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                                                                10. Amber

                                                                  Chicago

                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                  Dined on December 21, 2024

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                  Enjoyed our dinner and would return. Glad it wasn’t too loud inside. Sat upstairs with beautiful window views
                                                                  OnestoResponded on December 21, 2024
                                                                  Amber, Thank you for your feedback! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed your dinner and had a great experience with the atmosphere. The upstairs seating with its beautiful window views is certainly a special spot! We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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                                                                FAQs

                                                                Onesto offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Onesto also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (414) 308-1600.

                                                                Onesto is rated 4.7 stars by 2635 OpenTable diners.

                                                                Onesto does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

                                                                Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                Make a reservation

                                                                2 people
                                                                7:00 PM
                                                                Booked 68 times today

                                                                Order delivery or takeout

                                                                Google Map for Onesto

                                                                221 N Broadway, Milwaukee, WI 53202

                                                                Dining areas

                                                                Additional information

                                                                • Cross street
                                                                  Chicago
                                                                • Neighborhood
                                                                  Milwaukee
                                                                • Hours of operation
                                                                  Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
                                                                • Price
                                                                  $30 and under
                                                                • Cuisines
                                                                  Italian, American
                                                                • Dining style
                                                                  Casual Dining
                                                                • Dress code
                                                                  Smart Casual
                                                                • Parking details
                                                                  PARKING: We've partnered with Secure-a-Spot Parking for $5 lot parking in the Third Ward! Applicable at the 330 Broadway Lot OR Freeway Lot.Broadway Lot: https://parking.secureaspot.com/hourly/zones/1212, use code HDRG for $5 offFreeway Lot: https://parking.secureaspot.com/hourly/zones/1258, use code HDRG for $5 off
                                                                • Payment options
                                                                  AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                • Executive chef
                                                                  Alex Sazama
                                                                • Additional
                                                                  Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine
                                                                • Website
                                                                  http://www.onestomke.com/
                                                                • Phone number
                                                                  (414) 308-1600
                                                                • Private party facilities
                                                                  Located in the second floor loft, our multifaceted, private event space is able to seat 70 guests or 150 guests for standing receptions. Contact us at events@bensonsrestaurants.com for more information.
                                                                • Private party contact
                                                                  Nickie Rouleau: (414) 585-8934

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