Santino's Little Italy – Italian
Santino's Little Italy captures the spirit of a bustling neighborhood kitchen, where the golden crunch of arancini and the fragrance of warm focaccia dipped in Montamore cheese create an immediate sense of home. The table becomes a vibrant mosaic of shared plates, ranging from the crisp, salty bite of calamari fritti to the garden-fresh brightness of a classic Caprese salad. This inviting retreat celebrates the art of Italian hospitality, turning simple ingredients into a soul-warming experience that lingers long after the last bite.
352, East Stewart Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53207 +14148977367 https://santinoslittleitaly.com/0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Santino's Little Italy
Dairy-Free at Santino's Little Italy
Santino's Little Italy in Milwaukee has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bruschetta, House Salad and Melanzana Fritti. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Santino's Little Italy
Santino's Little Italy in Milwaukee has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including House Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Santino's Little Italy
Santino's Little Italy in Milwaukee has 20 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Caesar Salad, Bruschetta and Avorio Margherita. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Santino's Little Italy
Santino's Little Italy in Milwaukee has 6 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bruschetta, House Salad and Melanzana Fritti. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Santino's Little Italy
Santino's Little Italy in Milwaukee has 20 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bruschetta, Avorio Margherita and Vegetarian. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Santino's Little Italy
Santino's Little Italy in Milwaukee has 6 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bruschetta, Santino’s Shrimp Salad and House Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Santino's Little Italy
Santino's Little Italy in Milwaukee has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Italian Sparkling Water. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Santino's Little Italy
Santino's Little Italy in Milwaukee has 17 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Arancini, Bruschetta and Avorio Margherita. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Santino's Little Italy
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Santino’s Shrimp Salad | 4.7 g | 40.1 g |
| Deluxe | 52.5 g | 39 g |
| Paisano | 14.1 g | 33.1 g |
| Focaccia w/ Montamore Cheese & Olive Oil | 0 g | 32.5 g |
| Canicatti | 29.2 g | 31.5 g |
| Greek | 27.3 g | 31.1 g |
| Pasta Carbonara | 26.9 g | 28.3 g |
| The Bocce Ball | 9.4 g | 26 g |
| Capricciosa | 6.3 g | 25.7 g |
| European Chicken Patata | 37.8 g | 25 g |
| Mediterranean Salad | 75.1 g | 23.8 g |
| Margherita | 18.8 g | 23.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Antipasti
- Bruschetta - $12: Wood fired home made Italian bread, extra virgin olive oil, cherry tomato, basil, and shaved Romano Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Arancini - $14: Four deep fried rice balls stuffed with ricotta cheese and spinach Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Focaccia w/ Montamore Cheese & Olive Oil - $17: Wood fired home made pizza crust, montamore cheese, extra virgin olive oil, and oregano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari Fritti - $17: Santino’s house specialty deep fried squid, lightly floured and seasoned Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Bocce Ball - $16: Santino’s Gigante 10 oz. homemade meatball, house marinara, fresh asiago cheese, ricotta, and Kalamata olives Available at: dinner, lunch
- Melanzana Fritti - $16: Fresh cut globe eggplant lightly breaded and fried served with Santino’s signature marinara Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- House Salad - $8: Mixed greens with romaine lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and cucumbers Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mediterranean Salad - $16: Chopped mixed greens with romaine lettuce, extra virgin olive oil, feta cheese, kalamata olives, tomatoes, onions, cucumbers, and avocado Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caprese Salad - $17: Fresh arugula, Grande mozzarella balls, cherry tomatoes, basil, olive oil and balsamic reduction Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Santino’s Shrimp Salad - $20: Shrimp, avocado, cherry tomatoes, pesto, spicy mustard dressing and cucumbers on a bed of spring mix Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $16: Romaine lettuce, parmesan, and house-made Caesar dressing and croutons Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta Dishes
- Gigante Meatball Plate - $23: Santino’s 10oz homemade meatball, house marinara, Fresh asiago cheese, served over penne rigate Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pasta Carbonara - $24: Fresh grated cheese, dry aged wood smoked Nueske's bacon, eggs, cream, and crushed black pepper, served over penne rigate Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rigatoni Alla Vodka - $24: Creamy tomato-vodka sauce, parmesan cheese and fresh basil, served over penne rigate Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Pizza Tradizionale
- Paisano - $23: San Marzano tomato sauce, pesto sauce, spicy Italian sausage, mozzarella, shaved asiago and cherry tomatoes Available at: dinner, lunch
- Deluxe - $24: San Marzano tomato sauce, mozzarella, sausage, pepperoni, onion, black olives, and green bell pepper Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Marnara (Vegan) - $18: San Marzano tomato sauce, fresh garlic, fresh oregano and extra virgin olive oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pesto E Ricotta - $20: Fresh pesto sauce, ricotta cheese and cherry tomatoes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Diavolo - $22: San Marzano tomato sauce, cayenne pepper, hot calabrese salami, onion, red bell pepper, and mozzarella Available at: dinner, lunch
- Greek - $20: House made garlic sauce, artichokes, feta, Kalamata olives, and mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Capricciosa - $23: San Marzano tomato sauce, Italian ham, artichokes, black olives, fresh mushrooms, and mozzarella Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Agrigento - $22: House made garlic sauce, Italian sausage, pepperoni, and mozzarella Available at: dinner, lunch
- Margherita - $19: San Marzano tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, fresh basil, and extra virgin olive oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- European Chicken Patata - $22: House made garlic sauce, pan fried red skin potatoes, grilled chicken, and mozzarella Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetarian - $20: San Marzano tomato sauce, fresh garlic, seasonal vegetables, and mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sicilian - $21: San Marzano tomato sauce, oregano, anchovy, grilled eggplant, and mozzarella Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Canicatti - $22: White garlic sauce, Italian sausage, mushrooms, and mozzarella Available at: dinner, lunch
- Da Vinci - $20: San Marzano tomato sauce, pesto sauce, mozzarella, feta cheese, shaved asiago, and cherry tomatoes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Italian Beef Giardiniera - $23: Thinly sliced Italian roast beef with hot or mild giardiniera sauce and mozzarella Available at: dinner, lunch
- Diavolo Dolce - $23: San Marzano tomato sauce, fresh Avorio mozzarella, beef pepperoni, red pepper and hot honey Available at: dinner, lunch
- Parma - $25: San Marzano tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, fresh basil, extra virgin olive oil, cherry tomatoes and prosciutto Di Parma Available at: dinner, lunch
- Create Your Own Pizza - $18: 12” Pizza with Santino’s zesty sauce and Grande mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Avorio Margherita - $20: San Marzano tomato sauce, low moisture fresh mozzarella, fresh basil and extra virgin olive oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Garlic Pizza - $17: Pizza served with creamy garlic sauce and shredded mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pizza Alla Vodka - $20: Creamy tomato-vodka sauce with Avario fresh mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Tiramisu - $9: Mascarpone coffee-flavored Italian custard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Galliano Cake - $10: White cake with Galliano and fresh orange juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
Beverages
- Fountain Soda - $5: Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Sierra Mist, Lemonade, Ginger Ale, Diet Sierra Mist, Mug Root Beer, Iced Tea, Cranberry, and Italian Cherry Soda
- Italian Sparkling Water - $5: San Pellegrino Regular, Lemon or Orange Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Coffee - $5: Signature Valentine Italian Coffee
- Espresso - $7: Fresh ground Italian style espresso
Frequently Asked Questions about Santino's Little Italy
- Is Santino's Little Italy dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Santino's Little Italy has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bruschetta, House Salad and Melanzana Fritti.
- What can I eat at Santino's Little Italy on a dairy-free diet?
- Bruschetta, House Salad and Melanzana Fritti carry the dairy-free tag, out of 5 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Santino's Little Italy have vegan options?
- Yes. 6 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Bruschetta and House Salad.
- Is Santino's Little Italy gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Santino's Little Italy?
- Santino’s Shrimp Salad, at roughly 40.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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