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Onesto, Milwaukee, WI

Onesto

4.7
4.7
2625 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
22:30
Booked 41 times today
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining
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What 2,625 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

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • 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.

2,625 Reviews
  1. Amber

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    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 1 day ago
    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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  2. Colleen

    Minneapolis

    9 reviews

    1.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    We were so taken back about the lackluster service and the food was awful. The meatballs tasted like bag meatballs from the frozen food section and the bruschetta had canned tomatoes on top and hardly any seasoning . Very disappointing.
    OnestoResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Colleen, we are very sorry to hear that you did not have a good experience with us. Please feel free to contact me directly if you would like to discuss your visit and give us the chance to make it right. Best, April GM Onesto

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  3. Kelsey

    Milwaukee

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ve dined at Onesto a handful of times over the years. Its always good, not great. Today I grabbed a last minute lunch reservation which was great. Our server was friendly & explained all the items on the menu. The stand out dishes were the beet salad, the meat & cheese board& the rigate alla vodka. Unfortunately, the kitchen seemed to get really backed up & our food took forever to come. We were there from 12:45-2:45 with much of the time spent waiting for courses to arrive. When we finally got our mains, 3/5 were very very under seasoned and some components were cold. We asked for salt and the server had to bring a container of salt to sprinkle on the dish with a spoon. At that point, we just wanted to get out of there so we weren’t going to send the cold food back. Overall, an ok meal. Wouldn’t rush back.
    OnestoResponded 6 days ago
    Kelsey, Thank you for your feedback. Please see the private message that I sent.

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  4. wendy

    VIP

    Milwaukee

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We absolutely love this place! The menu changed for winter and the new additions were wonderful! We enjoyed the calamari and charcuterie board as appetizers, the fussili pasta and short ribs were fantastic! Service was spot on! Thank you again for a wonderful evening!
    OnestoResponded 6 days ago
    Wendy, Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear you loved the new winter menu additions and that everything from the calamari to the short ribs hit the mark. We’re also happy to know the service was spot on! We can’t wait to welcome you back for another fantastic evening!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Fort Lauderdale

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Restaurant crowded seemed understaffed. Pasta with mushrooms bland. No truffle flavor. Asked for pepper did not received. Just moved 2 blocks away. Wanted to like restaurant
    OnestoResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear your experience didn’t meet expectations. We strive to provide both great food and excellent service, and we’ll be sure to look into the issues you mentioned regarding the pasta and staffing. We hope you’ll give us another try soon! Best, April GM Onesto

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  6. Danna

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service. Delicious starters! We enjoyed our experience .
    OnestoResponded 1 day ago
    Danna, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed the service and starters. It’s great to know you had a positive experience, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  7. Stephen

    VIP

    Chicago

    17 reviews

    2.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Staff & service were decent but food was mediocre at best. Crab cake was more hint of crab with some breading. The lobster mezzaluna was not good. The black garlic balsamic tasted weird and the very little amount of lobster tasted like imitation. Ended with the seasonal cheesecake which was pumpkin pie. It was neither a good cheesecake nor a good pumpkin pie
    OnestoResponded 6 days ago
    Hi Stephen, thank you for your feedback. Please see the private message that I sent.

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  8. Nicole

    Milwaukee

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Absolutely delicious food. The best calamari we've ever had!
    OnestoResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Nicole, we are thrilled to hear that you loved the calamari, it's one of our favorites also! We look forward to having you back for another great meal!

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  9. Abby

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved the food and ambience was great. Will definitely be back! Thank you!!
    OnestoResponded 6 days ago
    Abby, Thank you so much for the kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you loved the food and enjoyed the ambiance. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another great experience!

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  10. Dean

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was great, the food was presented well and tasted above average. I was surprised to see that the menu did not have several of the Italian dishes you might expect. No lasagna or chicken parmigiana on the menu. Two of my favorites that I enjoy.
    OnestoResponded on 12 December 2024
    Dean, Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the service, food presentation, and overall taste. We understand your love for lasagna and chicken parmigiana, and while our menu focuses on a unique selection of fresh pastas, we’re always open to suggestions. We hope you’ll still find something else you love on your next visit!

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FAQs

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 2625 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.

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2 people
22:30
Booked 41 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Onesto

221 N Broadway, Milwaukee, WI 53202

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Chicago
  • Area
    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
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • 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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