Family Owned Since The 1950S Maria S Pizza Is A Wisconsin Must Visit

For an unforgettably delicious meal in a setting to match, you can’t go wrong with a visit to Maria’s Pizza. A timeless classic, it’s been serving up some of the Midwest’s tastiest thin crust pizza for decades. The pies aren’t the only thing that’s remained a constant, though. Since opening in the 1950s, operating Maria’s Pizza has been a family affair. Take a look:

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A Milwaukee staple, Maria’s Pizza has been delighting diners with delicious pies in a fun, quirky setting since 1957.

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In 1971, a 2nd Maria’s opened, and by 1993, the two eateries were consolidated into one, which is the current location on Forest Home Avenue.

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Both restaurants were opened by Maria Traxel. Sticking to her roots, Traxel, who was 100% Italian, wanted to open a spaghetti restaurant, but her customers wanted pizza – and the rest is history.

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After one bite, you’ll quickly understand why patrons have fallen in love with Maria’s signature pies.

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Not only delicious, the pies at Maria’s are unlike any other in the city.

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The pizza’s hallmark is a perfectly thin crust that’s nice and crispy…at first. Once the cheese and toppings soak into the crust, it softens up a bit, enabling it to be folded over or even rolled up like a burrito.

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Keeping things simple, the pizza comes in just two sizes: a 14” round pie or an 18” rectangle pie. Regardless of which size you order, it’ll be served on a baking sheet that can barely contain it.

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The topping selection isn’t huge, either. However, it includes all the classics, such as pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, green peppers, black olives, and onions.

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Signature pies are just one of Maria’s mainstay features, though.

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Another trademark is its quirky décor, which includes a mix of over-the-top holiday decorations, vintage signs, and religious paint-by-number artwork.

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And just like when it first opened, Maria’s is still owned and operated by members of the Traxel family.

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The classic features don’t end there, though. Since opening, Maria’s has only accepted one method of payment – cash – so make sure to stop by the ATM before your visit.

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Hours are 3 p.m. until 7 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday. For more information, call Maria’s Pizza at (414) 543-4606. You can also visit the Maria’s Pizza Facebook page.