The Roots Coffeebar & Cafe is a great spot in Oconomowoc! They've got great coffee drinks and a…read moregood number of options for vegetarians with plenty of seating in a funky, unique coffeehouse-style atmosphere. The vegetarian quiche available when I was there was pepper-jack...awfully tasty and a good-sized slice too. You order at the counter and find a table. We were there with about 6 people and, although it was fairly busy, it didn't take long (on a late Wednesday morning) for us to find a place for all of us. They've got couches and comfy chairs, as well as regular tables and chairs for a more traditional dining experience. We dug the atmosphere and overall local vibe of the place. They're coffees and things that go in the coffees (milks and honey) are locally sourced, so a good amount of thought goes into what goes into what they're serving you. We'd definitely go again!

First time here, came with friends on a Sunday for lunch. It's located right across from Lake…read moreFowler, so you can choose to dine inside or take your order to-go and sit at one of the lakeside tables. Inside, there are numerous seating areas for different-sized groups, spread across several "rooms" that give you a sense of privacy. Large front windows let in plenty of natural light, making the space feel open and bright. We arrived right around noon, just as the lunch crowd was filling in. There was a short line that moved quickly. Service was friendly and helpful while we placed our order. We decided on the Brie Salad and the Avocado Toast, along with a Lemonade and a London Fog Tea Latte. I gave them my special instructions for the latte (a little lavender, a little vanilla, extra foam, in a mug), and they were happy to make it exactly as requested. Orders come with a number, and the staff delivers your food right to your table. The wait was short before our food arrived, and the entire meal was excellent. My Avocado Toast was a treat -- layered with toast, cream cheese (yes, cream cheese!), avocado, and feta on top. It was so good as is, but next time I'll ask if they can add a poached egg on top -- that would make it even more amazing. A great first-time experience here. I'd definitely come back for breakfast (or maybe try another lunch).

Stopped here on a Saturday morning and our toddler loved the open space in the coffee shop and the…read morekids play area with various toys and a large spiral slide. Staff was very friendly and service was quick. I tried the fall breakfast sandwich special and it was delicious. The vanilla bean latte was great and not too sweet. Highly recommend with or without kids

Interesting setup for a local coffee shop. It shares a lobby area with a church, which probably…read moremakes it convenient to attendees, though it reminded me more of a common area in a college. They are at the other end of a strip mall from a Piggly Wiggly and they have a drive thru, so I suspect that a lot of people just use that instead of coming inside. I just had the s'mores coffee, which was good, and I hung out for awhile. It was midday on a Sunday, so it wasn't particularly busy. Just from the size of the area, it's not super cozy, but it seemed like an okay place to stop by for a few minutes

I got a matcha latte which was fine, but wouldn't recommend. The color was great - however the…read moresweetener and milk overpowered the taste of the tea and I didn't finish it. I would come back and try the coffee drinks sometime because they did look really cool. Lots of fun options on the menu. TBH not a fan of the decor - I know the theme is "blue collar" and they were going for a steel shop vibe but the cafe is pretty dark and feels smaller than it is because of the scrap metal on the walls. Wouldn't be somewhere I'd sit and study but fine for grab and go for me. Maybe I'm just a boomer but I liked the way it was decorated when it was Milwaukee Street Traders and miss how cozy and light it was then. I did LOVE the pay it forward wall. So sweet to encourage kindness in the community and to leave tickets for people to redeem a free drink when they're having a bad day/a nurse/a best friend/etc. Overall, I'd recommend this spot if you're coming to grab something quick but would not recommend the matcha. :)

This is such a wholesome sweet coffee shop in downtown Delafield! My favorite part is the pay it…read moreforward wall - pay it forward to your favorite nurse/teacher or someone having a hard day the drinks are delicious I loved the matcha. This time I ordered a veggie breakfast burrito which was ok and could have really used some hot sauce but they were out and salsa was mild. The coffees, smoothies, and teas are all delish and staff are great.

We love the ice cream here, especially the Zanzibar chocolate. Kids love the chess boards upstairs…read morewhen we visit.

I recently met up with a friend here. I ordered green tea and banana bread. The tea was good and…read morethe banana bread was moist and delicious! It looks like all of their bakery items are made by scratch. My friend ordered the oatmeal and was pleased. Whelan's offers a comfortable atmosphere with ample seating. Definitely check this place out for a cup of coffee and a bite to eat.

First time at this location. It's a nice spot in downtown Oconomowoc. No street parking here, but…read morethere are a couple of public parking lots close by. A couple of small café tables out front. Big glass windows let in lots of natural light. Inside, there are tables for small groups along with a couch. It has a nice, casual feel. Came with a friend early in the morning. Got a friendly greeting from the barista. Ordered a London Fog Tea Latte (a little lavender, a little vanilla, extra foam). They don't serve drinks in mugs, so I had to settle for a paper cup (not my favorite). They have a large assortment of croissants to choose from -- I picked the Blueberry Cream. They didn't have other bakery items (no muffins, no scones). There was only one person working, but they did a good job keeping up with the slow stream of customers. They seemed to handle the rush just fine, with a pleasant smile for everyone. The drinks and pastries were very good. Most people who came in got their drinks to go, but a few stayed inside. The noise level was good, which made for a nice conversation. Nice place.

Love their bakery and the brown sugars bun was my favorite! Kinda pricey but a treat for sure! $36…read morefor 3 drinks and 3 pastries.

First time here. Came with a friend to check it out. It was early morning (8 a.m.), and it was…read morequiet with a few other people there. It's an interesting place, but hard to put into a specific category. It offers hot beverages, breakfast sandwiches, bagels, oatmeal, etc. -- and then they also have ice cream. When I walked in, I was a bit unsure about the layout and seating. In the first area, there are a couple of tables. There are lots of things going on in this space, and it feels a bit cramped and chaotic. The order counter is here, along with a small kitchen. Beyond this space, you'll find a much larger seating area with tables for different-sized groups. I'm not a design expert, but this area also felt a bit chaotic. I didn't sense any overarching design. For me, it didn't have the relaxing, chill vibe I look for in a coffee shop or café. Got a super friendly greeting and service. Ordered a couple of tea lattes -- one Chai, and the other a London Fog (little lavender, little vanilla, extra foam). Both were made in mugs, served at the right temperature, with great flavor. Got a couple of the scones, and those were just "okay." They were dry (which a scone should be), but they leaned more muffin-like than shortbread-like. Overall, the visit was a mixed bag -- not bad, but not a place I'm likely to return to.

Great coffee and drinks! We will be back for ice cream. The staff was very friendly and I…read morerecommend the croissant sandwich

The food has been soooooooo good every time we dine here! Their prices are low for HIGH quality…read morefood! Yesterday we had the BEST pancakes we've ever had. 2 huge, plate sized super fluffy pancakes, 2 fluffy French Toast slices with asked for extra powdered sugar, 1 Grilled Cheese lightly toasted sandwich with sliced tomato added inside which comes with their homemade chips, a basket of French fries and a homemade Blueberry muffin so filled w/blueberries that the entire muffin WAS blue. The cook & staff are GREAT..special requests are NOT a problem at all to them. Our food was brought to our table after ordering at the counter. We sat at a table where you could see the lake at the end of a walkway. Daily & monthly specials, burgers,sandwiches,wraps,salads,yummy pastries,sides,self serve free refill coffee/tea stations w/flavors all at (we feel) SUPER low prices for the huge portions you receive! LOVELY dining experience EVERY time!!!!!

The food was decent but there was just one thing different about this place. It's connected to a…read morenursing home. The staff were nice of course but being among the elderly people was a little scary. All in all it was a cute and homely place just not what we were expecting.

Absolutely recommend this business!! Grew up in the area but moved away before it opened and I'm so…read moreglad I got to try it while in town visiting family!! My mom knows the owner, Meg, and she is such a wonderful presence!! The storefront itself is so cute, I love that it's in a little house and there's plenty of space inside for sitting, groups, and events! When we came on Saturday there was actually a baby shower happening in the main room and I thought the space was perfect for this. I ordered a glow smoothie, matcha latte, and a carrot muffin. The muffin was delicious - tasted very healthy but also sweet and was the perfect morning treat after a workout. The smoothie was also great and pretty filling. The matcha was amazing. I've had matcha at a few different places in Delafield and have not been super thrilled about them. This one was great and I would 100% recommend it - not too sweet and didn't just taste like oat milk. Meg told us that in order to serve this tea, the matcha company basically had to interview her and instruct her on the best ceremonial practices. I thought that the care the servers put into the matcha was really special. Overall, such a great space to stop by if you're in the area or are in need of a gathering place!! The servers and Meg are wonderful and I definitely recommend.

I only went in for a juice, there were two to choose from, both sounded great and I decided on the…read moreBlue Harmony. Very good! I wasn't hungry so I regretfully didn't get anything to eat! I would definitely come back because the photos shared by others look good! The worker was very nice! No seating inside where you order. I didn't explore the building but the worker said there was a gift shop/shopping in the same building but to the left side. I wouldn't imagine there are seats in there but there were a couple outside!