Wisconsin, United States Food Guide: 10 Italian food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Menasha

November 28, 2019 Janette Largent

Find out what Italian restaurants to try in Menasha. Menasha is a city in Calumet and Winnebago counties in the U.S. state of Wisconsin. The population was 17,353 at the 2010 census. Of this, 15,144 were in Winnebago County, and 2,209 were in Calumet County. The city is located mostly in Winnebago County; only a small portion is in the Town of Harrison in Calumet County. Doty Island is located partially in Menasha. The city's name comes from the Winnebago word meaning "thorn" or "island". Menasha is home to the Barlow Planetarium and Weis Earth Science Museum, both housed at the University of Wisconsin-Fox Valley.
Things to do in Menasha

10. Victoria's

503 W College Ave, Appleton, WI 54911-5801 Italian Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Delivery, Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service +1 920-730-9595 http://www.victoriasitalian.com/
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4 based on 421 reviews

Victoria's

Reviewed By Frequenttraveler082

We have eaten at Victoria's in Appleton, WI, from time to time, throughout the past 30 years. They have a large menu to choose from, and their food is best described as Italian-based. In other words, their own riff on Italian cuisine. It is not authentic Italian. Their food is delicious.This has been a family owned and operated establishment for decades. My observation is that the staff work extremely hard.Four of us came to Victoria's for dinner on a Sunday evening. Usually this place is very busy and near-impossible to get a table, but, this Sunday evening we were seated right away (no reservation). The staff was welcoming, and our server was very friendly and attentive. Ben, a college student.One of us ordered a calzone, and the size was enormous - the size of a 12" pizza. Their version of a calzone is basically a thick pizza crust, with pizza-like toppings, such as sausage, tomato sauce, tons of cheese, peppers, onions, and then folded in half, but the edges were not crimped or closed. It was delicious, and provided at least three meals worth of leftovers.Two people ordered spaghetti with marinara sauce - also large generous portions. For all of us who had pasta, the pasta was cooked perfectly - not mushy.I ordered linguine with a white cream sauce, broccoli, green peas, mushrooms and shrimp. My dish was also a large portion (in total, I had four meals from it). The sauce was not an authentic alfredo sauce, but it was flavorful. I would have liked for the mushrooms to have been cooked in some way - they tasted like they were raw, quartered, and then tossed into the sauce before the sauce was ladled onto the pasta. The shrimp were very large in size.All of our dinners included a choice of soup or salad. In years past, I have skipped the salad, because it was made with iceberg lettuce. However, this time the salads were made with romaine lettuce, and included dark romaine leaves, so I ordered a salad - a nice, simple salad of romaine lettuce, one or two cherry tomatoes, two slices of cucumber, grated carrots, and choice of dressing.A choice of two different types of bread was also included - toasted garlic bread that was doused heavily in butter, or, plain, toasted bread. Our table asked for both. If you ask the staff, they will accommodate your wish for the plain toasted bread; they automatically bring you the garlic bread.The surroundings are pleasant, and the wall murals are still as lovely as when they were first painted so many years ago; no need to change those murals. The music played on their sound system was wonderful classical music, and at the right sound level - not too loud. I did not use the facilities during this visit, so I am unable to comment. Overall, a very nice dining experience, and I would return here again.

9. Carmella's

716 N Casaloma Dr, Appleton, WI 54913-8550 Italian Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +1 920-882-4044 http://carmellasbistro.com/
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4 based on 935 reviews

Carmella's

Reviewed By flip_wilson

We’ve been eating Carmella’s food from its infancy when they were Luna’s in Neenah. Food has always been amazing. Tonight, the halibut was over the top. I ordered it with the mushroom risotto and it was absolutely amazing. Fish was cooked to perfection. Everyone’s dish in our party was excellent except for the tenderloin which was overcooked, but that was taken care of immediately. That being said.... our server was excellent. His name is Nick and he was my first $100 tip of the year. Energetic, informative and genuinely a nice guy.

8. Garden View Family Restaurant

216 East College Ave Appleton, Appleton, WI 54911-5713 American, Italian, Mexican Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Takeout, Table Service [email protected] +1 920-739-8207 http://www.gardenviewfamily.com/
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4 based on 23 reviews

Garden View Family Restaurant

Garden View Restaurant is a family friendly environment with delicious homemade food! We are open Monday - Saturday from 6am - 10pm and Sundays from 6am - 3pm. There is parking in the back of the building as well as along the side streets surrounding the

Reviewed By Jeff B

Saturday morning, came here for my Mother's breakfast. The staff did a good job. The food came out quick and hot. The American fries and eggs where good — Nov 8, 2018 Thanks so much for your help We are open until 10pm today! Stop in and and try some delicious homemade food! We serve our full menu any time of day! Come check out our new location at 216 E College Ave!! Appleton WI 54911

7. Stucs Pizza

110 N Douglas St, Appleton, WI 54914-3468 Italian, Pizza Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Table Service [email protected] +1 920-735-9272 http://www.stucs.net/
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4 based on 272 reviews

Stucs Pizza

Reviewed By Live_and_Learn2016

DO NOT ORDER; refuses to correct mistakes. Ordered food through a delivery service. Pizza showed up with toppings I didn’t order and I can’t eat. I called the restaurant to get this corrected. They admitted they made a mistake and I spoke to the manager Mike. All they claimed is wasn’t their issue and they wouldn’t do anything, period. Got ahold of the delivery service and they pointed to the writing that the restaurant should correct this. Two hours of hassle no food and partial refund from the delivery service. Restaurant is a hard no; wouldn’t even remake a pizza. Huge disappointment. Do not order from here.

6. Sammy's Pizza In Neenah

322 N Commercial St., Neenah, WI 54956 Italian, Pizza Dinner, Lunch Wheelchair Accessible [email protected] +1 920-725-2671 http://sammyspizzaneenah.com
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5 based on 16 reviews

Sammy's Pizza In Neenah

Reviewed By Zipperiffic

There's nothing to see here except great pizza. A spartan yet always clean dining room, terrific service, and (did I mention this?) great pizza. Eat in or take it to go, you simply can't go wrong with Sammy's. It's the best traditional pizza place in the Fox Valley.

5. Cranky Pat's Pizzeria & Pub

905 S Commercial St, Neenah, WI 54956-3803 Pizza, Italian Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Takeout, Seating, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service, Live Music +1 920-725-2662 http://www.crankypats.com
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4 based on 158 reviews

Cranky Pat's Pizzeria & Pub

Reviewed By GoalBustersJim

We’re renting a house in Neenah while we’re in town for EAA’s AirVenture. We headed down to Cranky Pat’s for a nine piece band, a few drinks, cheese curds, hand battered fried mushrooms, and the decadent “Big Meat” pizza topped with add on fresh jalapeños. Great music, service and prices.

4. Luigis Pizza & Pasta

332 Ahnaip St, Menasha, WI 54952-3309 Italian, Pizza Dinner, Lunch Takeout, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Seating, Table Service, Live Music [email protected] +1 920-722-8000 http://www.luigispizzawi.com/
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4 based on 33 reviews

Reviewed By MrsLing

I always get the cheesesteak sandwich and my husband gets the veal parmigiana. Both are always absolutely excellent! Service sometimes can be a little on the slow side. Tonight we noticed everyone providing service to all tables which sped things up. My ONLY complaint is when we order something and there's an additional charge for it it really would be nice if the person serving would mention that. I was a little surprised because in the past we always got sauce with our breadsticks and when I asked for some there was an upcharge on our bill.

3. Cannova's Pizzeria and Fine Italian Dining

113 W Wisconsin Ave, Neenah, WI 54956-3011 Italian, Pizza Dinner Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Reservations, Table Service, Live Music +1 920-886-0325 https://www.facebook.com/Cannovas
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4 based on 133 reviews

Cannova's Pizzeria and Fine Italian Dining

Reviewed By Carol Y

On a Michigan / Wisconsin road trip with no reservations we ended up in Neenah one night. Cannovas was walking distance from our hotel, it looked good so we went in. The Caprese salad had delicious tomatoes from the chef's garden. We ordered a custom pizza and it was perfect. The sausage was yummy and the vegetables fresh. Icing on the cake, a couple of guys were singing and playing the guitar and THEY were really good. Compared to California, very reasonable prices.

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2. Broken Tree Pizza

124 W. Wisconsin Avenue #170, Neenah, WI 54956 Pizza, Italian Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Table Service [email protected] +1 920-720-2275 http://brokentreepizza.com
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4 based on 106 reviews

Broken Tree Pizza

Established in 2014, Broken Tree Pizza offers American inspired wood-fired Pizza. Our storefront is located in historic downtown Neenah. While taking in the fire you can enjoy your favorite Wisconsin beers, a variety of wine, wood-fired pizza, salad and a

Reviewed By Frequenttraveler082

I met a friend at Broken Tree Pizza for lunch - it was my first time, and it will not be my last. I didn't know what to expect, and didn't know about the lunch buffet.Customers pay at the counter first, and are given a large drinking cup for self-serve soft drinks. The plates for salad bar and pizza buffet are by the buffet tables, along with cutlery and napkins. All self-serve.The place was packed on a week day. I arrived at 11:30 AM, and it was busy. Staff members hurriedly brought out fresh pizzas to replenish what was disappearing fast - I was impressed that they were able to keep up a good pace, to always keep fresh, hot pizza out.I believe Broken Tree Pizza's pizza is the closest thing to New York City style pizza, that I've had in the Fox Valley region. The crust was crispy on the outside, and thin, but had a good chew to it. The crust was a perfect thickness - not too thick and doughy, and not so thin that it's cardboard hard.They had a pesto and balsamic vinegar pizza that was absolutely delicious. I tried nearly ever type of pizza they brought out. And did they ever bring out the pizza - there were two staff members who regularly came out with one to two pizzas, at a time, to replenish the pizza buffet hot table. I did not have any salad, so I'm not able to share any comments on that.The establishment was clean, tables were cleared quickly. It was packed by the time I arrived at 11:30 AM on a week day. A variety of customers - workers from downtown businesses, families with small children and babies, and senior citizen couples. The music they played was a fantastic mix of top 40s and indie artists. While I was there, they played two old Springsteen songs - that made this diner extra happy.Connected to Broken Tree Pizza is an ice cream shop, which was very popular - people were walking past me with their ice cream treats. You could smell the staff making fresh waffle cones. Had I not stuffed myself with pizza, I would have had dessert.On street parking is free, and there is a parking lot at the back of the building, which is called The Marketplace, and the parking lot is also free, though limited to 3 hours.I noticed a sign that said they also have live music performed there on Wednesday evenings.I highly recommend Broken Tree Pizza in Neenah, Wisconsin, and I plan to return there often.

Most Popular Restaurants in Menasha

1. Garden View Family Restaurant

216 East College Ave Appleton, Appleton, WI 54911-5713 American, Italian, Mexican Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Takeout, Table Service [email protected] +1 920-739-8207 http://www.gardenviewfamily.com/
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4 based on 23 reviews

Garden View Family Restaurant

Garden View Restaurant is a family friendly environment with delicious homemade food! We are open Monday - Saturday from 6am - 10pm and Sundays from 6am - 3pm. There is parking in the back of the building as well as along the side streets surrounding the

Reviewed By Jeff B

Saturday morning, came here for my Mother's breakfast. The staff did a good job. The food came out quick and hot. The American fries and eggs where good — Nov 8, 2018 Thanks so much for your help We are open until 10pm today! Stop in and and try some delicious homemade food! We serve our full menu any time of day! Come check out our new location at 216 E College Ave!! Appleton WI 54911

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