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Such a hidden gem inside the Saint Kate hotel! Love going here and they are open pretty late night. Pizza is elite here, so flavorful. Always get the same margarita pizza because it's THAT good. Ambiance is also top tier. The hotel has live music and a bar which you can sit by and eat. Pretty cool experience.
After seeing a musical at the Marcus Center, my husband and I stopped at Proof Pizza for a quick bite. This was our first time dining here, and we were impressed by the vibrant atmosphere of the Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel, where the restaurant is located. The hotel's bustling lobby and bar add to the experience, making it a great spot to grab a meal. Proof Pizza offers a casual dining experience. While there isn't seating inside the restaurant itself, you can either order to-go or dine in at the seating area within the hotel. The service was quick, and the Neapolitan-style pizza was good. I ordered the Proof Special and it had a great balance of sweet and spicy flavors. The combination of peppadew, sausage, and giardiniera was tasty, and the crust was chewy. I found the pizza to be somewhat greasy though and I should've ordered it well-done. If you're looking for a fast, casual, and flavorful meal downtown, Proof Pizza is worth a stop.
Another Yelp find win! We got pizza for dinner from this place to go and wow it was delicious!! the crust was on point- the staff were super friendly at proof and also at the hotel because we were told to order at the bar. we chose to do the build your own pizza since it's only $1 more than their pizzas and had more toppings options- we made one with the pesto sauce and one with the special tomato sauce. We loved both of the pizzas- the toppings are super fresh and there's a good variety- some toppings like the pickled veggies i had never heard of the same but it was a yummy addition to the pizza. I would recommend getting 2 pizzas for 2 people unless you have something else like a salad to go with. We "almost" finished both pizzas as two adults with only 1 slice left. The drizzle options on top are great too! We highly recommend this find!!
Located near the Hotel of Saint Kate, Proof Pizza is a true stone fire oven pizza. For $18 dollars and some change, the pizza was not amazing but tasted solid. The bread was really nice and I appreciate the sauce flavor. I was the only customer so it took 5 minutes. The Proof Special Pizza was a mix of sausage, garlic, and bell peppers. Overall, the pizza was decent.
This pizza was so good. Fresh and chewy crust, plus they let us eat it at the art hotel bar. Mom and I split a pizza and it was perfect for us before the Nutcracker! Highly recommend.
The best pizza I've ever had a hotel and you can do 50/50 on a pie. On one side we did mushroom, broccolini, pesto and mikes hot honey and the other side was cheese My husband and I split this while having some drinks at the bar before DMB show at summer fest! And i think you can get this as late night pizza from room service! Definitely recommend this place.
Proof pizza serves perfectly crisp, flavorful pies with the option to build your own. The casual atmosphere makes it ideal for a laid-back meal. A must-visit for pizza lovers.
Posh Pizzaria inside modern elegant artsy hotel . Their specialty here is Pizza Margarita - original recipe nothing twisted nor modified. It was good, texture and flavor were there , crust is a little chewy bu tracking of crispiness. Why 5 stars, hotel showcase local MKE artist their work and support their work. Donates 1% of hotel revenue to support Artist. Great hotel, good pizza , awesome artworks.
A great addition inside/attached to the Saint Kate Hotel! I stayed at the hotel for 8 nights and got this twice. The second time I was dying to get it again! You can also order this through the bar inside the Saint Kate lobby. Delicious, I'm not a huge pizza crust girl but I found myself finishing this pizza crust!
It's a good pizza spot, especially for those that stay in St. Kate hotel. I wouldn't suggest going out of your way if you aren't a hotel guest, though. As for veggie options - you really only have 2 total options, which was a bummer. I think they were a multi-cheese and then a margarita option. They also catered pizza for a work event we had at the hotel, and those pizza options weren't on the menu, but they were much, much better. Good pizza spot, a little overpriced, but tasty and gets the job done.
I LOVE Neapolitan pizza. The success in me loving the pizza is toppings and how it's baked. Extra crispy, right here!! Service was friendly and welcoming. Why not 5 points? There was only a bar seating along the wall and if someone came in the wind blew in and it was not pleasant. Wish they had tables to sit at.
By far the best pizza in Milwaukee and probably in the entire state of Wisconsin. This review is years overdue. Since moving to WI from NJ we have tried pizzas from all over including the popular Lou Malnati's and Giordano's of from WI and IL locations. We tried dine in and take out options for days we don't want to cook. I just keep coming back to this place and at one point had proof pizza every single week! Menu is straightforward, ingredients aren't complicated and they don't put things in the pizza that aren't necessary or muddle the flavors. Their white pizza is also very good but the genoa pizza is my favorite. They use very fresh mozzarella and never overcook it. The tomatoes are fresh and sweet. And lets talk about the dough itself, it's thin enough to not taste bready but it's never thin enough to be crispy or taste like salt crackers. It's just absolutely perfect. Sometimes we would order ahead and it would take 25mins or less for pick up. Dont really mind waiting for it inside the St Kates hotel lobby because of the terrific elegant artsy ambiance inside the hotel, next to the lobby bar. There's metered parking right in front of the proof pizza entrance but this is limited. We've also dined in and had cocktails at the hotel bar with the pizza. They also had wings and other items on the menu but we really come here for the pizza. This is my go to pizza place and even though I live outside the city i still don't mind driving in to pick up pizza from here.
We had a hankering for some pizza before we left Milwaukee but didn't want to get a huge one. We saw Proof Pizza did smaller pizzas so we decided to head over. It's inside of a hotel and honestly, at first, this made me not want to eat there. Hotel restaurants are usually pricey and not very good. Turns out, it was good and not completely overpriced. The menu items are interesting and if you don't like how any of them look, you can always build your own. We decided on the Proof Special and the Margherita. Both incredibly good. The Special may not be for everyone but I love sour/pickled flavors on my pizza. The pizza came out quick and perfectly cooked. With a can of Spotted Cow, was a lovely meal.
1 month ago
A solid choice for a Neapolitan-style pizza. The ingredients taste fresh and the pizzas are cooked to perfection. The staff is extremely friendly and the pizzas come out fairly quick. The only downside is that the seating is shared with that of the hotel so if you try to dine-in the same time an event is being hosted, you will more than likely find yourself awkwardly standing with a plate in your hand. read more
Super fresh ingredients, and a build your own pizza option, made this brick oven-style pizza a restaurant I would visit on the regular! What made this extra special, is you can eat in the adjacent Saint Kate Hotel lounge, while people watching and listening to live music! After your meal, enjoy a stroll the art gallery (free of charge). Takeout is also available and parking spots are located directly in front of the restaurant. read more
10 months ago
Such a hidden gem inside the Saint Kate hotel! Love going here and they are open pretty late night. Pizza is elite here, so flavorful. Always get the same margarita pizza because it's THAT good. Ambiance is also top tier. The hotel has live music and a bar which you can sit by and eat. Pretty cool experience. read more
2 years ago
After seeing a musical at the Marcus Center, my husband and I stopped at Proof Pizza for a quick bite. This was our first time dining here, and we were impressed by the vibrant atmosphere of the Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel, where the restaurant is located. The hotel's bustling lobby and bar add to the experience, making it a great spot to grab a meal. Proof Pizza offers a casual dining experience. While there isn't seating inside the restaurant itself, you can either order to-go or dine in at the seating area within the hotel. The service was quick, and the Neapolitan-style pizza was good. I ordered the Proof Special and it had a great balance of sweet and spicy flavors. The combination of peppadew, sausage, and giardiniera was tasty, and the crust was chewy. I found the pizza to be somewhat greasy though and I should've ordered it well-done. If you're looking for a fast, casual, and flavorful meal downtown, Proof Pizza is worth a stop. read more
1 year ago
Another Yelp find win! We got pizza for dinner from this place to go and wow it was delicious!! the crust was on point- the staff were super friendly at proof and also at the hotel because we were told to order at the bar. we chose to do the build your own pizza since it's only $1 more than their pizzas and had more toppings options- we made one with the pesto sauce and one with the special tomato sauce. We loved both of the pizzas- the toppings are super fresh and there's a good variety- some toppings like the pickled veggies i had never heard of the same but it was a yummy addition to the pizza. I would recommend getting 2 pizzas for 2 people unless you have something else like a salad to go with. We "almost" finished both pizzas as two adults with only 1 slice left. The drizzle options on top are great too! We highly recommend this find!! read more
Located near the Hotel of Saint Kate, Proof Pizza is a true stone fire oven pizza. For $18 dollars and some change, the pizza was not amazing but tasted solid. The bread was really nice and I appreciate the sauce flavor. I was the only customer so it took 5 minutes. The Proof Special Pizza was a mix of sausage, garlic, and bell peppers. Overall, the pizza was decent. read more
6 months ago
The best pizza I've ever had a hotel and you can do 50/50 on a pie. On one side we did mushroom, broccolini, pesto and mikes hot honey and the other side was cheese My husband and I split this while having some drinks at the bar before DMB show at summer fest! And i think you can get this as late night pizza from room service! Definitely recommend this place. read more
Posh Pizzaria inside modern elegant artsy hotel . Their specialty here is Pizza Margarita - original recipe nothing twisted nor modified. It was good, texture and flavor were there , crust is a little chewy bu tracking of crispiness. Why 5 stars, hotel showcase local MKE artist their work and support their work. Donates 1% of hotel revenue to support Artist. Great hotel, good pizza , awesome artworks. read more
A great addition inside/attached to the Saint Kate Hotel! I stayed at the hotel for 8 nights and got this twice. The second time I was dying to get it again! You can also order this through the bar inside the Saint Kate lobby. Delicious, I'm not a huge pizza crust girl but I found myself finishing this pizza crust! read more
2 years ago
It's a good pizza spot, especially for those that stay in St. Kate hotel. I wouldn't suggest going out of your way if you aren't a hotel guest, though. As for veggie options - you really only have 2 total options, which was a bummer. I think they were a multi-cheese and then a margarita option. They also catered pizza for a work event we had at the hotel, and those pizza options weren't on the menu, but they were much, much better. Good pizza spot, a little overpriced, but tasty and gets the job done. read more
I LOVE Neapolitan pizza. The success in me loving the pizza is toppings and how it's baked. Extra crispy, right here!! Service was friendly and welcoming. Why not 5 points? There was only a bar seating along the wall and if someone came in the wind blew in and it was not pleasant. Wish they had tables to sit at. read more
3 years ago
By far the best pizza in Milwaukee and probably in the entire state of Wisconsin. This review is years overdue. Since moving to WI from NJ we have tried pizzas from all over including the popular Lou Malnati's and Giordano's of from WI and IL locations. We tried dine in and take out options for days we don't want to cook. I just keep coming back to this place and at one point had proof pizza every single week! Menu is straightforward, ingredients aren't complicated and they don't put things in the pizza that aren't necessary or muddle the flavors. Their white pizza is also very good but the genoa pizza is my favorite. They use very fresh mozzarella and never overcook it. The tomatoes are fresh and sweet. And lets talk about the dough itself, it's thin enough to not taste bready but it's never thin enough to be crispy or taste like salt crackers. It's just absolutely perfect. Sometimes we would order ahead and it would take 25mins or less for pick up. Dont really mind waiting for it inside the St Kates hotel lobby because of the terrific elegant artsy ambiance inside the hotel, next to the lobby bar. There's metered parking right in front of the proof pizza entrance but this is limited. We've also dined in and had cocktails at the hotel bar with the pizza. They also had wings and other items on the menu but we really come here for the pizza. This is my go to pizza place and even though I live outside the city i still don't mind driving in to pick up pizza from here. read more
6 years ago
We had a hankering for some pizza before we left Milwaukee but didn't want to get a huge one. We saw Proof Pizza did smaller pizzas so we decided to head over. It's inside of a hotel and honestly, at first, this made me not want to eat there. Hotel restaurants are usually pricey and not very good. Turns out, it was good and not completely overpriced. The menu items are interesting and if you don't like how any of them look, you can always build your own. We decided on the Proof Special and the Margherita. Both incredibly good. The Special may not be for everyone but I love sour/pickled flavors on my pizza. The pizza came out quick and perfectly cooked. With a can of Spotted Cow, was a lovely meal. read more
1 year ago
I enjoyed this pizza. The online ordering was simple and easy and was ready when the ordering service estimated. The interior is nice and unique, but I would imagine is mostly oriented toward carry out (once indoor seating is again allowed). There are several different styles to order as well as build your own options to suit all tastes. I enjoyed the crust (although slightly thicker than expected) and the flavors of my Margherita style pizza and will likely stop in again. I'm not sure if it's "Milwaukee's best pizza" as is claimed on the banner in front of Saint Kate, but it certainly won't let you down. read more
7 years ago
Five stars for both the pizza and the concept. I had been meaning to get to Proof for awhile because I loved the idea: fast-casual Neapolitan-style pizza with quality ingredients. How many times have I wanted pizza but not been willing to settle for delivery pizza or prefab slices? Well, more than none. I finally paid a visit today. Despite being in the Saint Kate arts hotel, the atmosphere is anything but fancy or pretentious. There are a handful of tables with napkin dispensers, and there's an island. I did drink a good amount of the fruit-infused water that was freely available. It was super refreshing and I would probably drink even more of it in the summer. They make your pizza when you order and it's seriously done in about 90 seconds. That pizza is totally worth it. It probably is breadier and cheesier than Neapolitan-style pizza should be, but it's still really good. The toppings are well selected and the pizza isn't overwhelmed by them. I especially liked the sweet heirloom peppers and the onions on the Proof special. I ate a whole pizza by myself (they're about 12") but I was really hungry. Two could probably split one if they got an antipasto or a salad to go with it. The prices were nice too. It wasn't what I went for but I had to use the restroom and ended up wandering through the hotel lobby and the gallery downstairs. It's really kind of a cool place. Proof has a lot going for it, and I have a new pizza spot. read more
Well...this was certainly better than expected. I saw that the reviews were decent but if I'm being honest I haven't really loved any pizza places in Milwaukee so I always go in a bit skeptical. I was proven wrong. we ordered two pizzas to go, a four cheese and a proof special and both were absolutely delicious. They were perfectly cooked and affordable. We got both for $25 total. We will definitely be back, as the pizzas were delightful. It's a tough pizza to split unless you're not super hungry but it's doable. read more
1 year ago
I am always looking for dining options near the Marcus PAC for when I take mom to the latest Broadway show coming to town, so I have been looking forward to Proof Pizza for a while now. First, the good: It's fast, which I appreciate for a time-sensitive endeavor like a show; the start time is usually hard and fast. Getting in, reviewing the menu, ordering, and receiving my food was about a 15-minute window. The pizza is quite good, too. It's pretty doughy, so be prepared for that. Staff are friendly, though they really need to talk louder as the joint is pretty echo-y and can be difficult to hear. The fruit-infused water was also a nice touch for those of us kicking the soda habit! Now, the needs improvement: Why do you ask me for my name if you're just going to yell out what I ordered when it's ready? Use the name the whole way or skip it, especially since it can be difficult to hear, especially when the place is busier. Seating is not as comfortable as I would like, either. It felt like it was designed to get me out of there as quickly as possible, which I did not appreciate. Lastly, to call the pizza pocket a "calzone," is a complete and utter affront to calzones. It's really a pizza folded half-assly onto itself. I'd definitely go back, but would stick to the pizza, not the silly "pocket." read more
Such a wonderful addition to downtown restaurants! We four people went at 11:50 AM when the restaurant slowed down a bit on a Friday. The restaurant is not big, but very clean and bright. Staff are super friendly and the chefs are so focused on making pizzas. Soon after we ordered the restaurant got super busy again! We waited 15 minutes for our pizzas. Worth the wait as you can watch how those amazing pizzas are made from the very first step of kneading the dough to the final step of taking the pizza out of oven! We got Proof Speical, Lasagne, Margherita (I always get this classic pizza when I go to a new Neapolitan pizza place) and one customized. The pizzas all tasted as good as they looked. Very thin and perfectly cooked crusts with that special nice smell from the fresh pizza dough. The dough puffed up around the sides and provided some airy texture - also a bit chewy, a bit burned (in a great way)... very good. The toppings were fresh and of good amount. Cheeses were rich yet not overpowering. Meat balls and sausages were yummy. The red sauce had good sweet and sour balance. The Proof Special was our favorite, but actually we loved all of them. My hands were not greasy at all after the lunch. Good job! I would say come early or after 1:00 PM or get prepared to wait 15-20 mins on weekdays. And they close at 5:00 pm (so no dinner service at this point). But definitely don't miss it because of the wait or the time! read more
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5 years ago
We had such a great experience at Proof Pizza! We had done the art tour at the Saint Kate beforehand and it wrapped up right around dinner time. We grabbed a few drinks upstairs and then we were starving so we decided to grab some pizza downstairs. We each got individual pizzas that are 10". There was no line and we only had to wait a few minutes each for fresh baked pizza. It was delicious and we all finished every single bite. The staff was great and so was the food. We will definitely be back! read more
Amazing pizza! Proof Pizza is a small specialty pizza shop that connects to the Saint Kate hotel. I stopped in to pick up a pizza on a Friday night, and although it was busy we were still able to get our pizza in about 10-15 minutes after ordering. I love their Genoa pizza - it's definitely unique but it's light and fresh! read more
I visited this place with a few friends last week. We ordered the Carnivore, Margherita, Four Cheese, and Garden pizzas, as well as a few desserts. We enjoyed all of the pizzas, but the Carnivore was my favorite because meat fat brings big flavor. I like the sauce and the toppings seem to be of high quality for all of the pizzas. The only issue I had was with the crust. It's good, but too dense for the style of pizza they are going for, Neapolitan. The oven is gas-fired, and there was a lot of staff on hand the day we went. This is essentially a fast casual restaurant that serves pizza, like Blaze and MOD, but I think this pizza is better. I didn't notice a build-your-own pizza option, but the options they have are solid, and all of the pizzas and pizza pockets are $10, which I think is a great value, at least it is for the pizzas. I didn't try a pizza pocket. I thought the Italian chocolate pudding was ok (way too firm), the vanilla panna cotta was good, and the tiramisu was really good. Service was also very good. A couple of items on the menu won't be available for a few weeks, such as the burrata and the fried pizza, but I plan to return to try them, as well as a pizza pocket. read more
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6 years ago
This is a great pizza place. Tip: ask for fried eggs on your pizza! It's not listed on the menu but it is delicious. They fry the egg in a cast iron and then put it back in the oven with the pizza to cook again... Amazing Also you can order the pizza and eat it next door in the lobby of the St Kate's while listening to live music and sitting in a beautiful room. Great spot! read more
6 years ago
This is really three reviews in one. First, the restaurant. Located in the St. Kate Hotel. Great location, I ordered takeout and they almost forgot part of my order. Customer service was lackluster at best. The kind of place that makes you feel as though you're inconveniencing them by ordering food. Which was incredibly basic. So-so crust, and "The Proof" looked like a 5 year old had made it during art class. Fridays are pizza nights for my son and I so I wanted to give him a great experience by going downtown and seeing the city at night. The art at the St. Kate is magnificent. However, I parked in the parking garage and the following happened: I couldn't get my parking validation from the reception desk as I wasn't a hotel guest, when trying to pay for 15 minutes of parking (which should have cost $6) I was forced to pay $15. Called the parking attendant who pretended to call his boss, meanwhile I just paid the money so we could leave. He gave me a card when I left-- when I called it I was speaking with the same parking attendant, whose new story was that I was paying "evening fees". What an effort for mediocre pizza. Best part was the art. If you are wealthy enough to not worry about such expensive mediocrity, more power to you. I'm a teacher and a single parent and we're never going back. read more
3 years ago
One of our favorite pizza places was closed for the night so we wanted to try something close to home. Overall, not very impressed with Proof. It could just be a bad style fit for me as I'm more into the greasy, cheap type and not the uppity kind. The 4 cheese was ok but it had a strange flavor to it. read more
4 years ago
What an amazing experience. We walked in about 15 minutes til close and felt so guilty. The two gentlemen working, Silas and Lorenzo, greeted us instantly and waved off our apologies. They were so patient as we ordered, even giving us recommendations and the their personal favorites on the menu. All of this was done with genuine smiles. We went next door to the art gallery while we waited, and one of them even went to find us to clarify something in our order. Our food was ready fairly fast, and we waved our goodbyes! I created a veggie pizza and my s/o got a custom pizza made by Silas, with red onion, garlic, pepperoni, bacon, chili flakes, and honey. He said it's one of his favorites! When pizza is good, it's good. When customer service is great, it's GREAT be sure to stop by Proof Pizza when you're downtown read more
Proof is fast-casual Neapolitan wood fired pizza that is made in like 2 minutes in their wood fire oven. Monday is BOGO pizza night which is one of the better deals getting 2 pizzas for $11-13. I think the pizza is best had inside of Saint Kate's to truly enjoy the ambiance and have the pizza as fresh as possible. Ingredients are a step up from the national chains, but not as elite as some of the top tier pizza places in the city. The 2 pizzas I had were both build your own. 1 had chili oil, mozzarella, chicken ,bacon ,onion and jalapeño. The other pizza had pesto, fresh mozzarella, pepperoni, garlic, sausage and red pepper. Chili oil on the first pizza was lacking but the juice from the jalapeño added some flavor to the pizza. Enjoyed the chicken and bacon combination. The pesto pizza was superior with the fresh mozzarella being the best topping I had of all of them. Overall Proof pizza is worth checking out for a quick bite or if having drinks at Saint Kates. read more
Stopped here inside the Milwaukee Rep lobby. Very unusual setting for a pizza restaurant, but very convenient if you're looking for a quick bite before or after a Rep event. The staff was very cordial and attentive. We ordered the Antipasto salad and a very "nice sized" prosciutto and mozzarella pizza! Awesome!!! Food was served hot and fresh! A few Christmas parties were in the area (at other establishments) which added to the ambiance. Very reasonable prices. read more
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139 E Kilbourn
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Downtown, East Town
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How big is the pizza? Big enough to split between two people?
Hi Vikki, yes the pizzas are big enough to split 3-4 slices of pizza between two people.
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