Exactly what you'd expect - and then some. A timeless slice of Italian Milwaukee. The Italian Beef is *excellent* - and I'm educated by the original thing in Chicago. On the day I came in, the friendly (I assume ) owner told me about a special - I scored a Polish *and* and Italian Beef for some ridiculously low price (under $15 IIRC). The house-made giardiniera is great. P.S. I am going to make an exception to my policy and comment on another review (two stars): "Beef is weak barely put any beef on it compared to others. And the miced giardenera not a fan of. Do better Martinos." I guess my first thought was, "What is this correlation between poor grammar and ridiculous reviews?" It's definitely a thing. read more

Martino's Italian Beef - Hot Dogs Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

There's a nice variety of food items on the menu, staff is very hopeful, great desserts. Sad to see them retiring, but we wish them the best in their futures. read more

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Great place for lunch and sad to see this place close up last week as the owners are retiring! Wishing them the best. Lots of people came to put in their final orders, so it was a lengthy 1 hr wait for food. Solid Italian beef and Chicago style hot dogs. read more

There's a reason Martino's has been around for decades. We were greeted as soon as we walked in by a very kind young man, & never felt rushed while we perused the menu. The dining room was clean & full of diners on a Saturday afternoon. I decided on the jumbo Chicago style dog & chili cheese fries. Comfort food at its finest! Our order was made with care, everything was fresh. Before we left we grabbed a few of their homemade cakes to go. Can't wait to go back & try the rest of the menu! read more

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I've heard a lot of things about this place so I decided to try it out. As soon as you walk in the door great customer service very friendly and very helpful, people here are full of energy. The reason why I didn't give it five stars was because I tried the Italian beef and it was very lackluster. I've had better from other places and this one doesn't even crack the top five. I think some places specialize in certain things and they specialize in hot dogs and maybe other things but the Italian beef is not one of them. Other than that the place is fabulous very clean, clean bathrooms, great customer service, and just an amazing good home vibe. read more

Martino's Italian Beef perfectly fits into the Milwaukee working-class diet. Their Italian beef is fantastic, especially when ordered "wet." The sausages and hotdogs are also good, with the Chicago-style hotdogs being a standout. It's counter service so expect a line. Sometimes seating can be hard to come by for lunch construction crowd. They come wrapped up with fries, which can be a bit annoying if you're trying to eat on the go. The new location is great and beautiful. It's a must-visit for lunch if you're in airport the area. read more

Martino's Italian Beef - Chicago Style - Hot Dogs Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Beef is weak barely put any beef on it compared to others. And the miced giardenera not a fan of. Do better Martinos.

Small, local restaurant with a delicious Chicago style hot dog, Italian beef, fish filet sandwich, fries and cheese curds! Staff was friendly & restaurant was clean. So many options to choose from but I don't think you can go wrong with any of it! read more

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I absolutely love this place. They have the most welcoming staff and the best food. The classic Chicago dog is done well here. But I love the polish sausage with mustard and fried onions. That one doesn't come with fries like many of the hot dogs, but it's worth it to order some. I have yet to try their soup but if it's as good as the desserts, it is probably delicious. read more

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Martinos hot dogs and Italian beef are the best in Milwaukee. Such a neat hole in the wall spot with amazing vibes.

I love hot dogs, brats all of it. I got the Kraut dog with brown, not yellow mustard and the Chicago style. So so darn good!! What else was nice is no one stuck an I pad or whatever to ask for a tip. Seeing that I gave more than you would of expected - take note all you restaurants. I travel to Milwaukee about 2 - 3 times a year and guess where I'm going to. Great food and awesome customer service. Thank you! PS I would of added a picture....but the food was gone before I could take one. read more

nicest thing about the mid-north is the abundance of hot dog stands and sandwich shacks, they start to get scarce approaching the Manson - Nixon line and eventually there just aren't any... so here I am looking for sustenance and finding Martino's just a few minutes up the road; pull up on a too bright sign in front of a too yellow roof and I know everything is gonna be alright :-) ask for a jumbo Chicago style and a beef sammich plus hot peppers and cheese and a piece of cake then find a place to sit... it takes a bit longer than I expected but I've been away for a while so maybe it's always been that?? there's online orders getting out ahead of me too, so maybe 10 or twelve minutes which isn't so much except I might be late for work but that's okay because, well, you know... a chicago dog in all it's fabled glory . oh the goodness of beef! Reggie was suitably impressed with his italian beef; said the peppers were great on the sandwich but a bit hot on their own. my hotdog was sooo good! except for it's a little too much meat - better for me to get a two dog combo if it's available, the slightly smaller hot dog keeps the rest of the ratios right, especially the sport peppers. fries are fries; hand cut is better, pre-cut serves a purpose. nuff sed the butter pecan cake is light and soft and moist and frosted and has pecan bits on top :-) BTW: it would be great to have the rest of the box filled with soft-serve. read more

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We love this place. Every time we fly out of Milwaukee we make it a point to eat here. Love the Chicago dogs. They are delicious. Also got the Italian Beef. Great bread and the au jus is tasty. Not a fan of the skinny fries. Friendly staff read more

Italian Beef is very flavorful. The juice soaks in the bun and sets it off and of course I had to get the mozzarella cheese on the beef. The cheese fries are normal fair, nacho style cheese on straight cut fries, but I can for the Italian beef and will for sure come back for another sandwich in the near future. read more

Found this gem near the airport whenever we arrived to Milwaukee- our first time to Milwaukee and this was a great way to start our visit! Thank you Yelp for helping us find this place. We tried the beef sandwich and Chicago dog along with the eggplant fries and cheese sticks. Love me a good Chicago dog and am not from a place where you can really get one so this was a win- The combination of flavors is perfect. We got the jumbo size which was a good one to split. The Italian beef sandwich was great with the pepper relish stuff. The eggplant fries were a wonderful surprise as I love eggplant but had never had something like that before. We ended up getting two orders! The cheese sticks are unique in that they look like an egg roll. Our baby ate 1.5 cheese sticks. She was a big fan! Definitely recommend this hole in the wall! The staff were also wonderful! read more

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My go to for the best hot dogs and mozzarella sticks in Milwaukee! Only downfall are the hours.

If you think Martino's is just another dawg stand, think again! Their Chicago-style hot dog stands up with the best that the Windy City has to offer. And they serve up a mean Italian Beef, as well. Family-owned, and run with pride; the service here is really friendly! The menu has a lot of other offerings, but I rarely stray from a classic Chicago dog. I do wish they had Red Hots, as well- the only thing that a true Chicago stand would have that Martino's lacks. But the Chicago dog is big on flavor and it's the Best in MKE*! It's on the South Side, and I live there, you probably don't- but make your way to Martino's- you won't regret it. *opinions and statements herein are completely subjective read more

Martino's Italian Beef - Maxwell Street - Hot Dogs Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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So now that they've lifted the curse of the BAMBINO And now that DeNiro's been in a scene with PACINO And now that Jimmy Fallacy has replaced Jay LENO He'll Fallon his sword like U2 with Brian ENO And now that Vegas is 10 times bigger than RENO And now the puppet Trump made the nation his CASINO And now the system's broken down like drowning in AMINO And now that all his voters are phobic of XENO And now that we're divided into Black, White, LATINO And now that I will never date Mira SORVINO And now that I've been robbed in Barcelona and TORINO And now that Habanero is hotter than JALAPENO And now that I've been declared honorary FILIPINO And now I've been declared as the master of VAGINO And your boyfriend is officially smaller than SAN MARINO And has scored as many times as Superbowls for DAN MARINO And now we're in Milwaukee, I insist that you and ME GO For the best Chicago Food around, at MARTINO WHAT? This review was censored, unlike what me and your Ma did last night. What a wonderful experience I had at Martino's. Definitely not named after soccer analyst Kyle Martino. No way. This is the kind of Chicago food that people in Chicago don't even get to experience too often. It's that good. The standards are extremely high. The Chicago Dog at Glorioso's is one of the best I've had anywhere, and the fries were excellent as well - which is hard to do because I'm a scathing judge of french fries, and what most people think is great I usually think is mediocre at best. They were somewhat similar to McDonald's fries, in a good way though. But the hot dog has everything going for it, and is perfect. No wonder they are famous for it. I'm also famous for a hot dog. But a different kind. The service amazingly matches the product. The girl that served me was really enthusiastic about their products, and you can tell she genuinely loves them. She has the same problem as I do (no, not being a sex addict, the other problem), which is not being able to eat large portions of things (food wise anyway). We had a real chemistry and she was a real sweetheart. The other employees - including the woman who gave me the dog and the kids that were cleaning the lobby - were all really friendly to me as well. Definitely the nicest service I received in Milwaukee by a distance. Not sure what sort of distance. I mean, I can't be precise about it. I'm not Roy Keane on S1TV or something. The girl I liked even ran out and gave me my keys - which I left in the bathroom. No I didn't do it on purpose to get her to come to my car. Minds out of gutters please! Says he of the explicit reviews. She had also made it a point to come out from working in the back and yell bye to me when I was walking out. I cannot wait to come back here next time I'm in Milwaukee to try their Italian Beef (can it be as popular as my British Beef though?) and some of their other specialties. It's immediately one of my favourite places to eat in the city. Straight in at #1? Maybe. Definitely in the top 5, along with Leon's, Glorioso's, Oakland Gyros and Golden Gyros. So basically a bunch of places named Gyros, or with 's at the end of them, then. And one of them even starts with an "O", much like a make out session with me. And if Charlie Sheen's Dad is better at pleasuring you than Emilio or Charlie himself, well that's why "MARTIN O'S" are a famous, and infamous, thing in Hollywood. And if Holly's sister wouldn't, you can bet that Hollywood. And Charlie and Emilio may not know that, but Martin-knows. read more

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This place is fantastic for either a Chicago Dog or Italian Beef. They're authentic to the Windy City cuisine and being top-notch flavor. Their fries are also a standout. Like a perfectly cooked version of McDonald's. On top of the good food, it's also fairly affordable. Definitely a spot worth the visit! read more

Martino's Italian Beef - Italian Beef and Chicago Dog - Hot Dogs Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Food and service is fenomenal. Place a is always pack. Food is always fresh. We love Chicago style jumbo hot dog.

Was a nice place, had a roast beef sandwich, and a Polish Chicago style, both were really nice and the atmosphere was good. Very nice spot to enjoy a few quality hot dogs. I believe they will be featured on Man V Food. As well! read more

Food was 5 stars, but the Pepsi machine was dispensing sparkling water, but at the end of the day it was a pretty great experience. Had the footlong Chicago dog with everything and an eggplant fry. The latter was wonderfully crispy and served with a nice dish of marinara sauce. Much better than potato fries! OTOH their French fries are to die for, nice and thin, slight crisp on the outside and soft inside. Then there is the Dog: the most important aspect, the bun, they nailed with a nice soft fluffy bun. The dog sausage was tasty, the condiments well balanced. I did break a bit of a sweat from the peppers, but it was nice. My wife commented how clean the place was - they had a guy wiping down your table as soon as you stood up. Even the bathroom was clean. The people behind the counter were very friendly and made us feel welcome. I'll be back the next time I fly in or out of MKE (they are just a stones throw from the airport). Great place to stop when you fill up your rental car with gas. read more

Martino's Italian Beef - Eggplant fries - try em! - Hot Dogs Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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Definitely a different Italian beef thx. Last time but it was delicious. And super friendly family run and loved cafe.

I absolutely love this place, and have already become a regular over the last bunch of months. The staff here is super friendly, and the food is beyond good! They have one of the best Chicago dogs, and their chicken noodle soup is really good, too. If you go during lunch or dinner- you might want to order ahead. It gets pretty busy. That should tell you that it's worth the trip to at least try it out. You won't be disappointed!! read more

Where do I start I stopped there about 2 days ago and got food I was chatting with who I think was the owner I also said I'm big on reviews so fair warning right. So I placed order corned beef sandwich / bowl of chilli/ and chilli cheese dog / I should have left when I saw the lady (owner) reach in fridge and grab mystery meet and popped it in microwave my heart dropped as I was looking at MAN VS FOOD photos needless to say I would never return now I have to leave a star but can't give any but won't let post without one read more

This is right near MKE airport and it's amazing. Everything I have had leaves you wanting to come back for more! Huge portions, quick turnaround and reasonable pricing. read more

Great footlong Chicago Hot Dogs with extras like relish, onion, sport peppers and tomatoes! Made with love and care by a very positive and friendly staff. Just don't forget the extra napkin or two! Please enjoy this place! read more

My wife picked me up from the airport, and we stopped by for a late lunch. This was our first visit and definitely will not be the last. It was outstanding. She had the Italian Beef and I had the Italian Beef with sausage. We split a fry. Everything was great. And a great value. read more

Authentic Chicago Style hot dogs and Italian beef, and so far no one working here has asked me if I want ketchup on that. The place is clean, the prices reasonable, the food is high in the satisfying fat and bad cholesterol and very low in fiber. There aren't many places in Milwaukee that serve up real Chicago style Italian beef or hot dogs so if that's what you're craving this is the place. Parking is easy but there isn't a bike rack. This is another place where the cashiers add the phrase "at all," to the end of every question. When did this become so ubiquitous? read more

Review is more about safety and food handling for today's order-- the two day old rookie helped build my Reuben so why was he doing the most talking without hair covering and mask? I understand they were all young people staffing the place today so a lot of grabassing-could not help thinking all that spit from talking is landing on my food that I microwaved it when I got home--food handling tip: anyone involved in food prep after all this COVID business needs to keep the mask on as SOP or standard operating procedure-- make them read the manual-- problems like this make me want to go to mickDs read more

Martino's Italian Beef - reg Corned beef and Reuben - Hot Dogs Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Mr. Beef and Al's in Chicago are better but we don't get real Italian beef in California so the soaked bread was a welcome reminder of Mr. Beef and Al's. read more

Super friendly service. Answered questions in detail. Good home made desserts. I tried the Italian Beef. My daughter had the grilled chicken. read more

Great hotdog place! The peppers on the Chicago style was so ah mazing! Sweet tangy spicy flavor I can't hype those peppers up enough. However wasn't a fan of the sliced cheese on the ft long cheesy and bacon dog. I would of liked to see the liquid cheese not just sliced cheese thrown on it. Also since I left West Virginia I have been looking for a true traditional slaw dog, this place comes close but is not it on the slaw dog side of things but great food great service and I will be coming back to try the signature Italian beef! read more

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One of the best hotdogs in the Milwaukee area. A quick wait and welcoming workers. The shakes are very underrated!

The food and desserts are fantastic but wow has this place become overpriced. It is ridiculous! A simple sloppy joe is $6.89 and a BLT $7.29!!! Another local establishment has both for under $3.00 with similar size and quality. That's how Martino's used to price things. A cup.of soupis $5.59 and they even had the nerve to cbarge me 25 cents for a skinny pickle spear to go with my sloppy joe. Their hours are not customer friendly and often they close early. I am as I do enjoy the food but it seems like they just gouge their customers. read more

We drive across town to eat here. The food is really great and the employees are wonderful. When I was working (commuting to ORD as a flight attendant) I would pass Martino's and they were never open because of my commuting hours. One day after I retired my son and I were in the area so we tried it. We were totally hooked after that. I'm a particular fan of Chili Cheese Dogs with onions! No way can I duplicate this deliciousness at home. My son loves the Jumbo Bacon Dog. The fries are great too. Each dog comes with fries included. We get a plain dog for our pup in the car and share her fries. Our pup loves the treat. Going to Martino's is a yum family experience. Hands down Martino's has the best dog in Milwaukee! read more

BEST ITALIAN BEEF SANDWICH!! I absolutely love going to Martinos! I always get the italian beef and my wife gets the chicago style dog. The food is so good and their french fries are fantastic! This place is way way better than that chain in brookfield that came up here. read more

Martino's Italian Beef - Hot Dogs Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

In my opinion it's much better than Portillo's fresh beef great Chicago hotdogs and awesome fries definitely my go to when I'm on the side of town read more

O.K., so, I know this is just a hotdog joynt. That said and given it's Friday and there's the huge ad banner on the frontage, me and the crew thought we'd try a Bucket of Fish. Meh. Fish was so-so probably straight from the freezer. Fries got cold waiting for the Fish. Extra charge for soupy Cole slaw. No lemons. The best part was the rye bread. The banana bread was good, too. But, could've used a few walnuts or pecans. Should've tried to Coach's Pub or Beer Belly's. I guess I'd give'm a 2nd shot; Ital beef or hotdog next time. Kick the bucket! read more

Being from Chicago I've been looking for places everywhere that has had Vienna Beef or Red Hots. Martinos hotdogs are just divine. They have a couple different varieties of hotdogs and have various other items as well, just to name a few: mozzarella sticks, polish sausage and chicken parmesan sandwiches. Now being from Chicago I'm use hotdogs especially Chicago style dogs a bit cheaper but since all their hotdogs include fries I'd say it's a reasonable day. Customer service is awesome, the staff here is always smiling and honestly looks like they love to help you with your order. I've had their Chilli Cheese dog, I think something called the Southern dog which has coleslaw on it, the polish sausage and my favorite no matter where I go the Chicago Style dog. I've also had their mozzarella sticks once which I thought was ok. I'm more of a battered mozzarella sticks fan over breaded and wonton wrapped. The mozzarella sticks here are fried in wonton wrappers, not nothing bad against that, it's still not bad at all and if you like it with wonton wrappers definitely try it out. I've been here a couple times now and will keep on coming because of how great they constantly do. Keep it up Martinos!!! read more