Dom & Phil DeMarinis Original Recipes

Pizza restaurant · Bay View

Dom & Phil DeMarinis Original Recipes

Pizza restaurant · Bay View

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1211 E Conway St, Milwaukee, WI 53207

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Thin crust pizza, pasta, sandwiches, Friday fish fry  

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1211 E Conway St, Milwaukee, WI 53207 Get directions

domandphildemarinis.com

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1211 E Conway St, Milwaukee, WI 53207 Get directions

+1 414 481 2348
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Justine Filapek

Google
Though the restaurant itself is a bit outdated, it is not worn out, and still has a very relaxed, cozy feel. I don't go out to eat for the décor, I go for the food and socializing. As we progressed through our meal, it filled up and got pretty loud. Not with obnoxious drunks causing a scene, but with families out having a good time. Our server was Jessica and she was just fabulous. She was friendly and outgoing with zero fake. She accommodated our requests, was present when we had needs, and didn't hover. Would NOT be disappointed to have her with us again. Now the food. We were all VERY pleased with our choices. Amongst us we had some standard pizzas, baked mostaccioli, a meatball sub, garlic bread, small dinner salad, and I had the Breaded Mozzarella Ala DeMarinis, Small Italian Salad, and the Steak Compobasa Pizza (junior size). Lunch today is going to be awesome. I've seen reviews where people are complaining about the small dinner salad being just chopped lettuce and a few toppings. I don't know what they expect for $2.25, but it is exactly what we expected to see - actually a bit bigger than expected for that price. The "Small" Italian Salad is pretty massive. Definitely not a single serve salad, which had we realized how big it was, my friend and I would probably have split one (and still had leftovers). It's like an entire head of lettuce is chopped up into the bowl first, then LOADED on top with tomatoes, cheese, black olives, pepperoncini, and pepperoni. The mozzarella sticks were crunchy but not overdone so there was no leaking cheese. I forgot to take my picture before I had started eating them (again) but I believe you get eight. The pizza I chose was just amazing. There's no red sauce, just garlic and olive oil under the cheese. It was so tasty and the steak was VERY tender. Had the leftover pizza for breakfast while I'm typing this because I was thinking about it so much. That leaves the salad for lunch and the mozz sticks for a snack. I had not been here in decades. It's great to know it's still as good as it was back then.

Troy Klosinski

Google
The people are so overly friendly. The pizza crust was so light and flaky. The pasta was full of sauce and cheese. So good!

Charles Otis

Google
Food is like what I can make at home. It literally tasted like the pasta I make, and I didn't have to make it! Don't expect fancy, but for what it is, it's very good. Thin pan pizza with no frills and pasta with a good sauce and ample cheese.

Paul Sidlowski

Google
The atmosphere was excellent, the service was attentive and friendly and the prices were good. Overall, it felt like a well-loved neighborhood establishment, and it clearly is. Unfortunately, the food was a bit of a let-down. We didn't try the pizza, so maybe they is much better, but the pasta left something to be desired. The mostacoli was badly overcooked, and although the lasagna was better it was still not especially good. Fortunately, the garlic bread was enjoyable. Overall, I wouldn't object to going there if we were in the neighborhood with no other options, but I wouldn't go out of my way to go back.

Mathias Jaime

Google
The place is outdated, but the staff was very friendly and a great service overall. The pizza was the only food item we tried. It was alright. Overall, with prices, food, and service, we were happy with what we got.

Engel’s Daniel’s

Google
Visit this restaurant for a meeting with a friend. The atmosphere is very pleasant, plus the style of decoration is cozy. I really loved the customer service and the performance of the waitress, dynamic, punctual, attentive. I recommend that you do not make the same mistake as me, my visit was on a fish Friday and I went for this one, a serious mistake that fish was a dish not at all recommended, do not try it, fish is not its forte. I tried pasta and yes I loved it.

T NI

Google
This place is such a gem. Our wait person was very attentive and kind. They also have great salads, fried eggplant, bread/ butter and especially their pizza, and the way it's baked on rolled up cookie sheet makes it feel like home, lol 😆 . Will definitely be back!

Mike Pikula

Google
1st time here. Portions are huge for the price! All of us really enjoyed our meals. Service was top notch.
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Liz A.

Yelp
We decided to switch up our pizza routine and add DeMarinis back into the mix. I'm a fan of their thin crust pizza. We ordered take out and tackle on an order of garlic bread. At first glance I was unsure of where to go for pick up and then noticed the sign on the back wall that said carry out/pick up. Upon heading over, I was quickly helped. The pizza was delicious, just what we wanted. The garlic bread was fine though I don't know that I would get it again. I could easily recreate it at home. Parking can be a bit of a hassle. The street fills up quickly with Three Brothers being around the corner. Watch your step when heading in/out from the bar area as you have to step up/down in a couple spots.
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Jaime M.

Yelp
This is the type of place that made me feel like I was back home in central Wisconsin: a bright beautiful bar, people who smiled and genuinely welcomed us in and sat us immediately, a no-nonsense, direct, and efficient yet still warm woman who took care of us throughout. We were immediately asked what drinks and/apps we wanted and they were delivered right away. I got the sangria with garnishes that I'd associate with an old fashioned--I appreciated this! My buddy got a beer and soda. We got fried eggplant and a salad--the small salad was more than enough for us to share before pizza! Surprisingly, a load of bread with multiple butter packets was brought as well. THE PIZZA WAS AWESOME. Crust was crispy but not burnt and the amount of toppings was perfect: it seemed like A LOT but the toppings did not weigh down the crust or make it soggy. Our wonderful waitress "wrapped it up" for us to take home and when I opened the leftovers the next day, the bread and pizza were literally wrapped individually and the salad in its own plastic container. I swear this made leftovers taste even better than expected Finally, I found this restaurant to be very/more affordable compared to other pizza restaurants.
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Steve A.

Yelp
The food and atmosphere was great. We ordered appetizers, drinks and pizza. We had a group of 9 celebrating 2 birthdays. Our waitress was nice although she wasn't that attentive. The only time she came around was to deliver food. Never really asked the table if we wanted more drinks unless we blatantly asked for them. It was a later dinner reservation and not overly busy so I don't know why she ignored us. I love this place but the server was not great. It will not sway me from coming back as the food is awesome.
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Linda B.

Yelp
Been 30 years since I've been here and love the new location and cozy and spacious bar. Lots of comfortable seating and servers. Prices are affordable and good portions
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Vanetta G.

Yelp
This pizza, baby? Delicious and, dare I say it, delightful. The crust had a great chewiness and was perfectly toasted. This is the ultimate thin crust for me. It's not my go-to style but when I want thin, this is what I'm looking for. The toppings were perfectly proportioned and had a great seared flavor like they were sautéed first. I love pepperoni with a slight crisp at the edges, and I find it pretty rarely but they nailed it. We ordered the #4 with green peppers and black olives added. It's definitely going to be a top choice for me when I want pizza. We ordered a carryout pizza. I picked it up at the bar, and the woman behind the bar was super friendly. The decor is pretty kitsch, but I kinda wanna eat in there in the near future. Seems like a bunch of regulars come enjoy it. Maybe I'll join their crew. You should too.
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Jinx K.

Yelp
We have not ordered a pizza from here in quite some time. Today we decided to have some pizza. They definitely did not disappoint.‼ we ordered a large 16 inch cheese sausage, canned mushroom,onion and crispy pepperoni on the top. It was delicious.‼ We also ordered one of their famous Italian sausage sandwiches. It's huge!!!! With the sauce on the side because we were ordering takeout we didn't want the bread to get soggy. Really really good pizza and really really good sandwiches. The service was pretty good as well. We will definitely be back.

Mike B.

Yelp
Portions were very small for the price. The meatball sub which used to have 4 meatballs now has only two and the price has increased. Not good at all. Also we had several personal pizza's that were over cooked. Service was ok, however it was very loud. Unfortunately,I will not be going back.
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Susan B.

Yelp
Spaghetti sauce had no flavor and no seasonings on chicken parmesan. House Red wine was barely drinkable.
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Khaum L.

Yelp
Husband and I have always enjoyed dining at DeMarinis. It's actually been years since we've visited and decided to go back for dinner last night. The place is still its old self. A local dinner filled with great service and regulars! Anna Marie was our waitress and we loved her energy! She is so sweet and kind. Went above and beyond with serving our table. We couldn't have enjoyed our visit more than we did. Thank you for the sweetheart that you are, cracking jokes and making sure we had everything we needed even without asking. We will definitely be visiting more often because the food is still great like always and we just love the family atmosphere.

Kathy S.

Yelp
Walked in at 6:30pm, we were the only people sitting in the restaurant. Our server was attentive, but extremely quiet and it was very hard to hear her. We ordered the bosco sticks for an appetizer. They came out hot..and greasy. 2 small pizzas and a large lasagna came to the table with a very sub par salad. For a restaurant with no customers our pizza should have come out piping hot, it was lukewarm at best. The lasagna was average. We came, we tried it, we'll move on.

Cynthia C.

Yelp
Great pizza, homemade sauce & sausage on the pizza. Service is welcoming and quick have been back several times!
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Ashley T.

Yelp
Was craving carbonara. My husband remembered this place from when he was a kid and his family would come here so we have it a shot. We called before coming and asked if they have carbonara and they said yes. Got there. Nope, definitely do not. Both of our salads were browning and mushy lettuce. Fried eggplant was mushy and completely flavorless. Fried ravioli was fried for way too long and again, flavorless frozen crap. Mostaccioli was also not good. The pizza did look good and is probably what's keeping this place alive. Don't order else. Worst dinner I've ever had.
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Rick G.

Yelp
Absolutely fantastic. Such history in this building. During World War II this building served as the soup kitchen for a German POW camp located on the site. The food is absolutely delicious. Service is friendly and efficient. Great place to enjoy your favorite Italian dishes and they have a wonderful pizza.
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Tessa K.

Yelp
The fish fry and pizza was great! The garlic bread wasn't the best, but it was alright. I will definitely be back.
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Stephanie H.

Yelp
This is a great neighborhood spot for pizza! I came here with my husband when a friend gave us a gift certificate! I'm sad that we took so long to get in here to try the pizza. We sat at the bar on a Friday night and had a good time. Service was great and attentive and the food was delicious. We had the mozzarella sticks and a large 1/2 pepperoni and onion and 1/2 sausage pizza. The pizza is a thin square pan style. Now we order pizza take out from here quite often. Being so close and tasting so good, this has become our go to!
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Jill H.

Yelp
I was with a large group celebrating a wedding. Food was delicious and the service was spot on! We had several different pizzas and none disappointed. Hot and fresh. Highly recommend
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Craig P.

Yelp
Been going there since our kids were little. It was place fir celebrating and end of school year dinner. Pizzas are crispy thin crust with slightly sweet sauce. Pastas and garlic bread are all great. Never had a bad meal. It can get a bit busy on weekends so be prepared to wait. But it is worth it.
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Brianna S.

Yelp
This is my favorite pizza place in Milwaukee! My favorite thing to get is a sausage, mushroom and onion pizza. The staff are always so lovely (also often the same people every time you go, which makes you feel at home!), and the vibe is so family-owned restaurant inside. I'm a big fan!

Dawn H.

Yelp
4 of us for dinner and no one had a good meal. The fish was well over done and the fries were almost raw. The lasagna was horrible -- not a light tomato sauce. It was served in a bowl with a heavy thick sauce that did not taste good. It was obviously microwaved - there was a crust around the edge where the top of the sauce met the bowl. I asked our server for more water twice. Both times, I had to request it 3 times. Can't they have someone walking around with a pitcher? Dawn H.
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Megan L.

Yelp
Um. I wanted to love this place because some good friends of ours enjoy it and recommended it to us. Unfortunately there was a lot left to be desired. There were a few people at the bar, loyal locals I assume. There was absolutely no one in the restaurant. I wish I remembered the time and day as I'm sure that played a part. However, I felt this restaurant was also awkwardly placed, although easy enough to get to. Waitress was nice enough and since we were the only ones, attentive. On to the food; Complimentary bread was good. Side salad that came with the pasta? Was all ice burg lettuce in a small bowl, a slice of a tomato, a pickled jalapeño pepper and and olive. Why?! Just...why. It was a pathetic excuse for a salad. Spaghetti that we ordered?! Mediocre at best. Pizza?! We ordered a sausage, pepperoni, onion and mushroom pizza. First of all, the mushrooms were canned. That's just a big no-no. Like, who doesn't use fresh mushrooms?! The pizza itself was floppy, instead of sturdy. Meh. Mediocre as well. Company was amazing as always, so overall the experience was fine. My fiancé and I won't be returning.
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Beca M.

Yelp
DeMarinis is my family's go to pizza place in Milwaukee. We get a large double sausage and mushroom pizza and it is my all time favorite. They have the best thin sliced pizza that is crispy but supports the toppings well. Their sausage is seasoned well and their sauce has great flavor. Highly recommend their pizza and garlic bread!
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Zack F.

Yelp
What a fantastic little gem. Great food, great wine, great bar, great service, cozy. This place is awesome! Super big venue wit a lot of room to party and to environment the space. The folks running this place are great and I can't believe I don't spend more time here. You should for sure bring the family, order a big pizza pie and enjoy the warmest family pizza place in town. Wonderful.
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Frank A.

Yelp
I don't remember ever being so disappointed in a Pizza. The pan pizza with chewy crust and boring rubber cheese. The sausage pieces were nice and big yet lacked something. Even the garlic bread was lame. You get sliced white bread grilled with barely a hint of garlic. Would never consider going back.

Henry P.

Yelp
I like this place. Really. Pizza is great. Staff (though chaotic) is like your long lost classmate, friendly and familiar. Been there several times. Last night sat near host stand and could see server area where staff was using glasses to scoop ice instead of ice scoop. Pretty gross and dangerous, frankly. Please use ice scoop - which I could see sitting on counter next to ice bin.
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Kiki N.

Yelp
Nothing good to report here. Dinner salads were a joke. Iceberg lettuce with ONE black olive. ONE slice of tomato. ONE green pepper. And Italian dressing was flavorless Lasagna...who serves lasagna in a bowl? "Baked mostaccioli" was mediocre at best. Noodles may have been baked, but the mozzarella slices were simply microwave melted on top. And my beer was warm. Never again.

Carole R.

Yelp
Came here with my life partner....He lived down here, now resides in Green Bay, raved about the food...He was so right!! Fantastic egg plant appetizer and lasagna that we split with a green salad, which was enough for three people. Great flavor! Great staff! We'll be back her for sure, when we come to Milwaukee. Wish it was in Green Bay!! :-)
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Steve W.

Yelp
One of the best (if not the best) pizza options in town. The pizzas have a light, airy crust. The sauce is easily better than anywhere else, and the sausage is to die for. Sure they have a full Italian menu, too, but why even look at it? My only criticism is the old fashioned look and feel of the place, but I get my pizza to-go. Problem solved!

Earl W.

Yelp
Been going to DeMarinis over 50 years, from the original location to Phil and Dom's . My absolute favorite. The staff is great! Best pizza there is!
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Sarah S.

Yelp
Very bad now. Like really bad. Something is not right, used to be pretty good. Service was friendly. Food very bad.
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Rich G.

Yelp
I WAS always a big DeMarinis fan. I overlooked the plastic cups and dishes and focused on the pizza. The yellow iceberg lettuce and the flavorless dressing. Never expected much in the way of service. That ended today. I called DeMarini's at 8PM asking if we could pick up a pizza after 10PM because the website says they are open until 11PM on Saturdays. I was told they don't take orders after 10 but they are open until 11. I called at 9:45 to place my order and some jerk at the bar told me that if I didn't pick up the pizza by 10:15 I could not get it. I said, "the web and your staff said you are open to 11", he replied, "they are wrong, take it or leave it". I left it and said I would never come back again and he said good and hung up. Our problem was the person picking it up is at a performance and does not know when it lets out. I was told too bad. I was turned off last time I got a DeMarini's pizza as the pizza quality was not what I remembered and there was so much salt in the crust I had to drink a few glasses of water when done. It was like the maps we made from salt flour and water in grade school. I was going to try it again and see if it was still a favorite but I can tell you I will not be going to a DeMarini's again after the way I was treated on the phone. They should not let jerks answer the phone. I called the Menomonee Falls store and they said they were open to 11 but it would take us 30 min to get there. I ended up ordering from Balistreri's Bluemound Inn. Better service, better pizza, thin crust and they said they are open until 1AM for pickup. No more DeMarini's for me. We know they don't care.
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Rich K.

Yelp
We been having Pizza's for 20 years and more from you, we order a take out large Pizza Sat. 9/12/20 it looks like you cut the meat more than half or more of your normal amount of meat. It looks like peas of meat. The worsts pizza every from you (You changed it for the worsts)
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Malcolm W.

Yelp
Meh. If those crusts aren't the pre-made ones you can snag at a grocery store, I'd be surprised. You'd have to work to make a tasteless, stale thing like that. Ordered extra cheese and was stunned by how little it weighed. Overcooked. Flat. Low-fat and low-flavor cheese. A shame - the sauce was tasty, but very skimpy.
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Kyle H.

Yelp
Wow, I had forgotten I had reviewed De Marini's. I really do love the friendly service here and everyone walking in gets a hearty welcome by the bartenders. There's nothing more relaxing than sitting at the bar here and getting a drink before your meal. The sangria is pretty good, and my son loves the specialty Black Bear root beer. I've been here many times since my first review, and a recent visit kind of reinforces my previous review that this is a solid 3.0. The pizza is good here, you can't beat their sausage, but the crust can be inconsistent (my family agrees). On our last visit the pizza crust was chewy, not the thin cripsness I remembered from my youth, sadly. From time to time I stray from the pizza, and that's usually not a good idea. Recently ordering a spinach ravioli that was obviously not homemade, confirmed I should never stray from the pizza. My son ordered the Rigatoni with sausage, peppers and onions, and that dish was great, so apparently there are good things other than their pizza. This place could be a Best of Milwaukee (esp. pizza) if they did a Chef Gordon Ramsey and demanded a higher and consistent quality with every dish coming out of the kitchen.

Sally T.

Yelp
It's been a few years, but every time we're back in Wisconsin we look forward to "Milwaukee pizza." Nothing like that cracker thin crust & quality cheese. The experience at Don & Phil's has gone downhill though. It left me really longing for the old Mama DeMarinis (which was always better than the brothers place). This time the sauce was too sweet, the sausage was kind of nasty & the flavor was just "off."
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Rohan D.

Yelp
I'm not sure what to make of the mixed reviews here. I play in a band that aims at an elderly consumer demographic; we play a lot of nursing homes. I was talking to an octogenarian who was at that Matthew 26: 40-43 stage of life and I asked, "what do you miss most about (being out and about in) Milwaukee? She said, "the pizza at deMarinis." I figured the place had long since gone out of business, then discovered on YELP that the family was still operating restaurants. I may have to try them all out, we started here. On a polar vortex night, they were having trouble with their heat, the location is an attractive renovated craftsman style hall with big (single pane not insulated) windows. I thought the view was nice, and the patio looks like it would be fun in more appropriate weather. I liked the old fashioned white and red checked tablecloths, the house Chianti was adequate, the pizza was pretty good. If you don't agree on ingredients, you can each get a junior size, or if like me you want to be uncomfortably full, get a small pizza each. It's the crispy thin crust Italian-American style that I'm sometimes in the mood for, and they still have anchovies on the menu. On Wednesday nights they have a drawing after you order and one table gets to eat for free, on Tuesday they have some similar drawing for your bar tab. The table behind us won, they had initially waffled on whether to stay or not because of the chill inside. The extreme cold outside didn't make for a typical night, but we really enjoyed the ambiance, the service, and the food. It's the sort of place that should serve a pretty good spaghetti and meatballs in red sauce, so I'll be back for that, making sure to not wear a white shirt. When I was in college (well the second, more successful attempt at college) at the University of Illinois Circle Campus (as University of Illinois at Chicago was then called) the campus was the north end of Chicago's Little Italy, and there were a dozen restaurants like this one. None of them are left, as a result of gentrification and Italian-American upward social mobility. Time hasn't apparently changed the deMarinis place much. I like the idea that they've been consistent, the waitress has worked here for "17 years" and testified that the pizza recipe has been the same over her tenure. Another member of the family has opened up in Bayview with a claim to the first generation's pizza recipe, and that may have been the pizza my nursing home friend was referring to, this will require some further gastronomic research on my part.
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Bridge H.

Yelp
Walking distance in Bayview. Thin crust pizza when lots of toppings.... Hits the spot
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Camelia D.

Yelp
Just moved up here from Chicago and this place has some of the best pizza I have ever had!!! The crust is thin and cooked to perfection in the square pan and the sauce is perfect! The sausage tastes great and the onions are caramelized!
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Violet P.

Yelp
We started with the Italian salad which was great. Our pizza wasn't as good as I had remembered it but I still enjoy coming here. Family run and you always get a warm reception when you come In or leave. The bar is always full with regulars. My biggest complaint today was the visible dust balls on the ceiling. I was really disturbed by this. The rest of the place is so cute with the wall paintings to look like you were in an Italian village, so it was disappointing to see this. Hoping that next time it'll be a little cleaner :/
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Amado R.

Yelp
Lucia & Al are welcoming and courteous. Many of the musicians who entertain bring a smile to our faces. The food and drink is good and affordable. How do they score a 4-star rating? This is a neighborhood business with a neighborhood vibe. These folks are professional without feeling cold. This is Cream City. Those things still matter here. Exhibit A: Lucia once offered me a tip on the best way to reheat their delicious pizza. She continued to ask whether or not I'd tried it until I had. She was 100% correct. I know what you're thinking... "Tell me her secret". You'll have to stop in and get it from her. Exhibit B: De Marinis is a busy place. Thousands of people must walk in and out of the place every week. These folks will recall your favorite beverage the second time you spend some time at the bar. That's hometown. That's neighborhood. That's an oft-overlooked art form.

Tom M.

Yelp
I have been eating Demarinis pizza since the 50's as I grew up on Russell Ave in Bay View. Lately I have been disappointed with the consistency of Little Demarinis on KK and have vowed not to go back. I see they are going out of business and I am not surprised. My last couple of trips to Dom & Phils's were a little inconsistent too but the pizza was still good. Went to D&P's last night and it was awesome. I had the cheese, sausage musroom & onion pizza with extra sausage and it was the best pizza I have had in years, and I eat at a lot of pizza places including Mexico & London within the past two months. The pizza had the Demarinis flavor in the sausage & musrooms that I remember & love. The service was also great. The dinining room was full and we walked in as a party of 25 or so was arriving. We were greeted right away and ordered. Our pizza was on our table within 15 to 20 minutes. The only negative was that the crust was not as crispy, especially the middle pieces, as I like, but I think that was mostly due to the pizza being LOADED with toppings. I will be back really soon for my pizza fix.
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Terra T.

Yelp
The sausage and sauce is where it's at here. Always friendly service. Definitely top 5 pizzas everrr and probably my favorite in Milwaukee. Just wish they delivered. The steak and garden pesto pizzas are spot on as well. I recommend getting the large if you have someone to share. Can't beat the crusty thin edges of the rectangular pizza.
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Allison C.

Yelp
Good pizza! The atmosphere isn't the best for dining in, but we love to get pizza here for carry-out. The owners are very friendly also! Always a solid choice. 3 stars for the weird dining atmosphere.
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Dennis J.

Yelp
One of the best pizzas in town. If you're originally from the neighborhood or a new transplant, this is the place to start your pizza adventures in Milwaukee.
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Chuck E.

Yelp
De Marinis is an excellent old-school family-run pizza place. Go there expecting a mid-century Italian vibe all the way from the checked tablecloths to the (gasp!) iceberg lettuce salads, and (double-gasp!) canned mushrooms on the pizza. About the pizza -- it's great. Unique thin-crust recipe that holds together under multiple toppings, and the large comes on a cookie sheet. The house-recipe Italian sausage is awesome too, prepared specially for the restaurant and has a slight smoky, unique flavor to it. Their service is excellent too. If you're looking for nouveau pizza "concepts," farm-to-table ingredients and a hip-and-trendy dining "experience" -- definitely go elsewhere. De Marinis is simple and old-school as hell. They do what they do VERY well, but they're not in the business of chasing restaurant trends.

Lawrence J.

Yelp
After being customers for nearly 3 decades we were sadly disappointed. Pizza came with nearly no pizza sauce. They replaced with a 2nd but it came out the same. I can not eat pizza without sauce. Just no real flavor. Manager was apologetic and Did not charge us. But not until after she told us she has never had a complaint before.
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T T.

Yelp
What a great neighborhood place! When they say original, they totally mean it, from the recipes to the bar and fixtures. Pizza is delicious, pan style. When they say small salad, it's still shareable, and fresh. Service is very good, friendly and attentive. Definitely a place to go if you are in the mood for Italian!
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Jessica O.

Yelp
Ambiance - Drab, dismal space with no character or personality. Crappy, cheap tables. Staff - Our waitress was average, not overly friendly or rude. Just kinda - meh. Like the décor I guess. Food - Alright, I'll tell you a secret many, many moons ago I worked for the DeMarini's when they were up on Hwy. 100 and hadn't been there since I left 12-13 years ago. Back then the food was really really good and I couldn't wait to be swept up in the nostalgia of it. I was so sorely disappointed in how far the food quality has sunk. We're talking Titanic proportions here. Breaded Mozzarella - Bland, tasteless - even dipping it in the sauce didn't save it. I'm not sure what brand cheese they buy but it tastes like rubber. Garlic Bread with Cheese - Okay the waitress brings out a plate with 4 slices of..... SANDWICH BREAD!!!!! WTF? When I go to a restaurant, none the less an "authentic" ITALIAN restaurant and order garlic bread you best be coming correct with some Italian or at the very least French bread. I don't know what is with that Wonderbread sh*t but that does not cut it! And, and, and not a whiff of garlic! But don't worry that icky tasteless rubber cheese I mentioned was there to save the day. VARF. Linguine with White Clam Sauce - Comes in a large size or a small size (just like McDonald's! Oh how quaint!). I opted for the small - thank god. The small was about a pound of linguine - I wish I were kidding. I can't imagine what a large is. Regardless - In completing the apparent tasteless theme the sauce was horrible. No taste, no richness, it was like they poured a can of carnation instant breakfast over the pasta, threw in some canned clams and called it a day. My meal came with a side salad. I ordered it with the bleu cheese and was so excited about it and even convinced the bf to get it too. When I worked there, I use to HATE when patrons would order it because it was homemade - fresh by the server for each individual order. It was such a pain. Back then I would begrudgingly admit the dressing was phenomenal and everyone should order it. I could not wait to dig into that salad with that creamy, delicious home made blue cheese dressing. What was served was not fresh, not home made and clearly straight from an industrial sized bag of murky white dressing. - I would not feed that to a pirhana that I wanted to die. Beverages - Eh- nothing special To reiterate, I was so sorely disappointed in the apparent slide in quality. I remember when they use to have excellent food and a great dimly lit supper club old school appeal to the restaurant! Oh if only I could get my hands on their old bleu cheese recipe and make it myself! This place was the pits! What a sad, sad state of affairs.
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Jerry B.

Yelp
Always a great experience whenever I dine here! I brought my girlfriend, who is a Chi-Town girl here for the pizza and she was very impressed, I myself have been coming here for years,always a great pizza and the Bosco sticks are absolutely delicious, will continue to come here as long as the doors are open!
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Jay S.

Yelp
We went here for our wedding rehearsal dinner and it was a rather major letdown to me. One server seemed to be taking care of our party, but I think she was also taking care of other tables around the restaurant. At times, service was quite slow. She was really nice, but I'm not sure that made up for the often neglectful service. Someone here on Yelp said that they had been going to this restaurant for 40 years, and it seems as if the drab and dismal decor (to use the words of Jessica O.) has not been updated in at least that long. The garlic bread is on a slightly thicker cut of Wonder Bread-style white bread. The cheesy garlic bread is on the same and both seemed to lack a discernable garlic flavor, but both were a bit oily. We ordered 5 or 6 pizzas. I liked that the crusts are so thin and the pizzas have a lot of toppings. I didn't like that the pizza lacked flavor. It didn't have good flavor. It didn't have bad flavor. It just didn't have flavor. The Pesto Garden (I don't remember the exact name of it) was actually good, but you could not really taste the pesto at all. I am in Milwaukee on a pretty regular basis, but I will not be back.