Onesto

Name: Onesto
Address: 221 N Broadway, Milwaukee, WI, United States, 53202
Telephone: (414) 308-1600
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

2646 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

21 Jan 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 58 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood 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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Additional information

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
Area
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, Takeaway, Wine

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Experiences

Onesto Galentine's Day 2025
USD 75.00 per person
Prepaid
13 Feb 2025 only
6:30 pm
Gather your gal pals and join us for our fourth annual Galentine's Day Celebration on Thursday, February 13th at 6:30 PM. Celebrate with your besties and enjoy an evening filled with delicious food and drink! EVENT DETAILS The menu features a thoughtfully curated selection of dishes, including a Wedge Salad paired with a Limoncello Martini, followed by Pasta Divorzio with Santa Barbara le Vaglie, and Black Truffle Tortellini with Ricossa, Barbera Appassimento. For dessert, savor Spiked Hot Chocolate & Spiced Biscotti with Ancho Reyes Liquor. WHAT TO EXPECT You will be welcomed to Onesto's Second Floor Event space to enjoy a delicious food and drink pairings as you create lasting memories with your favorite ladies!

Popular dishes

Wagyu Beef CarpaccioUSD 22.00
parmesan crisps, truffle dust, garlic aioli
Roasted Pepper Bruschetta USD 11.00
charred marinated peppers, whipped cheese, parsley
BurrataUSD 15.00
blood orange marmalade, pink peppercorn, extra virgin olive oil, thyme
Brûleed BrieUSD 15.00
apricot compote, crispy prosciutto
Sautéed CalamariUSD 15.00
shallot, garlic, tomato, lemon, basil, fennel seed, grilled ciabatta
CrabcakeUSD 20.00
saffron aioli, fennel and honey crisp salad, citrus vinaigrette, grilled lemon
Meat & Cheese BoardUSD 19.00
chef’s selection of premium artisan cheese and cured Italian meats, seasonal accoutrements

Salads

HouseUSD 12.00
spring mix, red onion, castelvetrano olives, red wine vinaigrette
CaesarUSD 12.00
romaine, pecorino cheese, anchovy filets, croutons
PanzanellaUSD 16.00
truffle balsamic, brioche, arugula, basil, burrata, heirloom tomatoes
Warm Mushroom USD 14.00
pine nuts, goat cheese, dried cherries, arugula, fresh herbs, caramelized onion vinaigrette

Pasta

BologneseUSD 22.00
spaghetti, brisket, pancetta
RavioliUSD 24.00
sweet corn ricotta, browned butter, zucchini, calabrian chili, relish
Rock Shrimp Pesto USD 26.00
reginette, charred scallion pesto, parmesan, lemon
Rigate alla VodkaUSD 22.00
san marzano tomato, cream, basil, dehydrated fresno chili
FusilliUSD 21.00
asparagus, cremini mushrooms, truffle cream sauce
Meatballs & PastaUSD 19.00
berkshire pork sausage, grass fed beef, sage, marinara
CarbonaraUSD 25.00
pancetta, egg, parmesan, black pepper, white wine, butter
Lobster Campanile USD 28.00
calabrian chili, blistered tomatoes, caramelized fennel, cream, lemon

Additions

Seasonal SoupUSD 6.00
AsparagusUSD 11.00
black garlic caesar, parmesan, hazelnuts
OrzottoUSD 12.00
spring peas, lemon, parmesan, pea shoots
Lobster TailUSD 20.00
citrus butter, grilled lemon
Scallops (2) USD 20.00
Salmon USD 12.00
Chicken Breast USD 6.00
Meatballs (2)USD 6.00

Sandwiches

Pesto ChickenUSD 15.00
sun-dried tomato, walnut pesto, arugula, provolone, focaccia
The Italian USD 15.00
varzi salami, capicola, fontina, basil aioli, arugula tomato, piquilio pepper, red wine vinaigrette, focaccia
Meatball SliderUSD 15.00
berkshire pork sausage, grass-fed beef, marinara, provolone, brioche
Grilled Cheese USD 15.00
arugula pesto, burrata, fontina, roasted tomatoes, sourdough

What 2,646 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Onesto offers a delightful dining experience with "great food and service." Guests rave about the "delicious pasta," "creative cocktails," and "lovely atmosphere." Though some reviews note occasional service hiccups and minor food inconsistencies, the overall experience is positive. The restaurant's dedication to gluten-free options and rotating menu keeps patrons coming back for more.

2,646 Reviews

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david
Chicago
12 reviews
3.0
12 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Confused experience. Super slow service at lunch on a monday seemed under staffed up front. Ordered items came out of kitchen out of sequence. I think staffing shortage was worst problem throughout.
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Ashley
VIP
Chicago
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
The Assistant Manager was extremely rude when we asked very nicely to move to another table due to a fan vent blowing in our face. It just made for an awkward rest of the night. Felt like we were not wanted. He told us to move to the bar. No one helped us move anything from our table. The food was good and waitstaff and bartenders were great.
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Tanya
VIP
Chicago
21 reviews
4.0
21 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was great as usual but the food was not warm enough this time.
OnestoResponded 1 day ago
Tanya, Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad to hear everything was great as usual, but we’re sorry the food wasn’t as warm as it should have been. We’ll make sure to address this with the team to ensure it’s up to our usual standards on your next visit. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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Megan
Chicago
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service but they have greatly increased their wine prices. The cheapest bottle they have is $60.00 which is disproportionate to their food prices and doubled our bill.
OnestoResponded 1 day ago
Megan, Thank you for your feedback, and we’re glad to hear you enjoyed the food and service. We understand your concern regarding the wine pricing. We strive to match the quality of our food with wines that complement the dining experience, and unfortunately, factors like import taxes, increased natural disasters, and extreme weather have led to significant price increases across the wine industry. While we aim to provide a great value, we recognize that the rise in wine prices has an affect your overall experience, and we truly appreciate your understanding. We are committed to working with our vendors to bring in the best products at the best price. We hope to welcome you back soon.
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Ken
VIP
Milwaukee
83 reviews
5.0
83 reviews
Dined on 12 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent lunch!! Soup and salad starters were both very good. Vodka pasta was outstanding along with meatballs. Caramel gelato was a terrific dessert. Service was perfect!! Overall very memorable lunch.
OnestoResponded on 13 January 2025
Ken, Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the soup, salad, vodka pasta, meatballs, and caramel gelato. It’s great to know that the service helped make your lunch memorable. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another outstanding experience!
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Isabella
VIP
Orlando
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 11 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Onesto is a Milwaukee classic! Can never go wrong there!
OnestoResponded on 13 January 2025
Isabella, Thank you for the amazing compliment! We’re so glad to be a Milwaukee classic and that you can always count on us for a great experience. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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Ann
Milwaukee
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 5 January 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Food & service was good..went today ( Sunday afternoon) was not busy.
OnestoResponded on 7 January 2025
Ann, Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed the food and service. Sundays can sometimes be a little quieter, but we always strive to provide a great experience no matter the day or time. We hope to see you again soon!
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Josh
Grand Rapids
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 1 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Tye was an excellent waiter; not overbearing but efficient. All is very good as usual. The only critique is the Tiramisu was not accurate. No coffee flavor and was a “caranelsu.” Our favorite casual eatery, but I wish the Tiramisu had been made correctly. The Ugalde’s
OnestoResponded on 4 January 2025
Josh, Thank you for your feedback! We’re so glad to hear that Tye provided excellent service and that everything else was up to your expectations. We’ll make sure to pass along your comments to the kitchen about the tiramisu. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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Al
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 1 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place, delicious food and outstanding service
OnestoResponded on 4 January 2025
Al, Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed the food and had outstanding service. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another great experience!
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Jennifer
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 31 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The bruschetta with the ricotta on it was divine. My pasta dish with lobster-oh la la!
OnestoResponded on 4 January 2025
Jennifer, Thank you for the fantastic feedback! We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed the bruschetta with ricotta and the lobster pasta—it sounds like a perfect combination! We can’t wait to serve you again soon for another delicious meal!
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Onesto offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Onesto also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (414) 308-1600.

Onesto is rated 4.7 stars by 2646 OpenTable diners.