Great little homey place with good coffee and donuts and pastries to die for. Have to be the best…read morepastries in the area and priced right! I would eat there every morning except for the effect on my waist line.

It's a cute place with pretty good coffee. They have a drive thru which is another plus. Cookies…read moreare pretty yummy too. They lose a star only because the person who took my order didn't seem to understand their menu. I asked for a large black hazelnut iced coffee. The sign with all the flavored syrups was right behind her when she replied with " we only have French roast". I didn't feel like explaining so I just happily ordered a large black iced coffee then... To which she replied with "do you want any cream or milk in that?"....

Whew...we were camping nearby, it was the day we were set to pack up, and it was pouring rain…read more Packing up a pop-up camper in the pouring rain? Not super fun. We were drenched and decided that some hot coffee on the way out of town would be just the thing. Aquamos Coffee Collaborative to the rescue! It's in downtown Waupaca, so the parking is basically street or street angled parking. My husband was able to find a spot to sit with the car and camper while I ran in and got our coffee. Since it was lunch time and I noticed what sounded like a pretty stellar breakfast sandwich on their menu, I ordered us a couple of those as well. For our coffee we got the caramel roll latte (caramel-y, ever so slightly cinnamon-y deliciousness). They also have alternative milks, if you so desire. The breakfast sandwich was a sesame bagel with chipotle mayo, egg, bacon, and sharp cheddar--it was super flavorful and absolutely delicious. Oh...and I believe they're dog friendly. We were warmed up by the hot coffee and kickin' eats in no time. Thanks Aquamos! Get to it!

Always great to... friendly and welcoming!…read more Love their drinks and friendly service. Nice tables outside ... get the real Waupaca vibe!

Charming shop with equally charming, well-stocked coffee shop…read more The atmosphere of the former mill renovated to a restaurant-coffee shop is a small gem for the Waupaca and surrounding chain lake area.

The Red Mill is a must see spot in Waupaca. It is right on the Crystal River and is stunning. Great…read morefor photos. I have been coming here since 1979. Nothing has really changed. The service is friendly. The coffee and food are good. The gift shop is a lot of fun. You can't miss the river, covered bridge and chapel out back. There are plenty of picnic tables so you can enjoy food and beverages outside while enjoying the beauty. Along the river you will see gravestones for all the cats that used to live here back in the day. In summer, this is definitely touristy and busy. Late fall to early spring is when all the locals visit.

Regarding the two previous reviews, there is no espresso that I could see here. I did note (and…read morereviewed) the espresso at Cronies, just down Main Street from here. That being said, there is a remarkable array of antiques here, fairly priced. This selection includes furniture, glassware, tools, pictures, even old "pinup girl" calenders. I encourage you to take your time here, as it is literally packed with all kinds of "treasure."

The only espresso machine in Waupaca. And a good one, too. It's an antique shop/coffee house,…read morewith a super friendly owner. Down a hidden flight of stairs from Main street.

Waupaca, Wi. This is a nice cozy setting with a very…read morerelaxed vibe. It's all about the coffee though, which is excellent. For a latte, we went with two shot 12 oz, with the milk held down about 3/4 inch. The result is a perfect latte. Rich and robust, the flavor of the roast is striking. I'm not sure why anyone would add a flavor to this delicious caffeinated beverage, but then that's just me. I like the old jazz coming from the speakers as opposed to some of the crap thrust upon us at other places.

Stopped by this small-town coffee shop while passing through the area. The atmosphere was quiet and…read morelow-key, which suited us fine. Staff weren't overly welcoming or chatty--no carried conversation or small talk--but they were polite and friendly enough. If you're looking for warm, high-energy service, this might not be the spot, but if you're okay with a more reserved vibe, it works. There was a bit of a wait for our drinks, which felt a little long considering we were the only customers being helped at the time. That said, the quality of the drinks made up for it. I had the lavender lemonade--super refreshing and light. My partner tried the orange cream chai and really enjoyed the flavor balance. Both drinks were thoughtfully made and tasty. That said, if I were in the area again, there's another local coffee shop I'd likely choose first--it had a more welcoming atmosphere and a similar drink quality. Still, this spot was a pleasant stop with creative options and might be just right for someone seeking a quieter, more laid-back experience.

My stop here was great! Easy in and out, mobile ordering available ahead of time, normal wait time…read moreand great customer service. Ample seating, staff were friendly and attentive, store was clean, bathrooms were also clean and most importantly my drink was spot on! 10/10 would recommend and I will surely swing back when in the area.

Amazing drinks and service! It's always slightly noisy in there, but not too much that you'd get a…read moreheadache. I come here once in a blue moon.

Waupaca,WI. I have been walking by Sulten Belly for at…read moreleast a year, not aware of the good things going on in there. There is some special food to be had in this part of Wisconsin, I am a huge fan of the Green Fountain Inn and the Secret Garden just a few blocks away, and now Sulten Belly. We were greeted as we entered and given some clarity of the process so there was no confusion. I liked that we found a seat and took our time with the menu before I went to the ordering station, ordered, paid, and received a number for the table. I'm not exactly pleased with the modern method of tipping before you even see the food, but I paid cash so I could add more to the tip jar if deserved. Oh yeah, if you pay by card they tack on 4%. Bring your cash, they discourage cards. Where I live (Laguna Beach, CA) , some restaurants are the other way. They are not accepting cash and only take alternate card or digital payments. I ordered Mr. Beefy, a delicious smoked beef tenderloin panini sandwich with melted provolone cheese that really hit the spot. The beef tasted like it had been braised in wine, just wonderful for $16.50. Also excellent was the Sulten Belly Favorite Salad that was with assorted fresh greens and bacon, $13.50. The staff here were all friendly and helpful. It was a nice cozy vibe without the bright lights. I will be back. They also have premade frozen dishes available that look pretty good.

How does one define "best"? Would I need to try every single eatery in a geographic area to base my…read moreassumptions on? While I can't confidently say this is the best joint in Wisconsin, it certainly has to be up there insofar as central Wisconsin establishments. The lasagna, being so meaty, hearty and flavorful you'd swear it came from an authentic Italian hole-in-the-wall. The pulled pork (drenched in their bbq sauce) just shines as bright as any respectful bbq place. The barbecue pastrami sandwich (go figure), was pretty insane, too. No, I haven't been to every supper club or obscure restaurant in Central Wisconsin. But having frequented "up north Wisconsin" (family owns a lake house up there) since I was 5 years old, not once could I remember a place that I felt had better food. Whenever I make the trek up from Illinois, I always stop in, as well as grab one of their frozen lasagnas or bbq chili bowls to go. That's saying something.

Please do not say you have "FROSTED" donuts if you plan on not truly frosting your donut. The…read morefrosting doesn't go to the edge of the donut. It doesn't even cover the entire top of the donut. These were obviously made somewhere else and trucked in. Lastly, the donuts shouldn't be stacked. When they're stacked, the frosting gets on the bottom of the other donuts...oh, that's right, there's not enough frosting to transfer from one to the other.

My breakfast sandwich was cold and still frozen in the middle. Because I had already left the drive…read morethrough for work it wasn't possible to return. During the next visit I got the wrong breakfast sandwich and the wrapping was all crumpled and looked like it was shoved in the bag. Thank goodness I checked before leaving this time. I've never met ruder staff and a manager that doesn't understand customer service. He also threw his employees under the bus right in front of me. That is a bad manager. They did make a new sandwich and after asking, refunded my $$. I'll never go back to that location again. I'd give negative stars if I could.

A small cafe in the middle of Wisconsin quietly has some of the best food in the country. And it's…read morebeen so consistent for years, I had to make another shout out. Their daily specials are generally inventive like Strawberry Rhubarb Fat French Toast, Pot Roast Omelette, Beet Panini, etc. They usually have equally interesting drink options such as the caramel apple latte, which was divine. They also are a full fledged bake shop, making all of their breads and cakes and pastries in house. All of it is worth checking out. Here's a place with a commitment to super high quality, better than average cafe fare, at a good price and friendly service. I always stop here whenever I go into upper WI to fish.

What a cute diner!! They had a good mix of tables and booths for seating, and everything was very…read moreclean. We arrived around 9 am on a Wednesday and it was very busy--they had already sold out of one of the breakfast specials. That said, we were still seated right away and had water and our chosen beverages in front of us in a jiffy (and my coffee was topped off regularly). Dawn was our server and she was very pleasant and helpful when I had a question about the menu. My guy had two blueberry pancakes with bacon, and I had biscuits & gravy with hash browns. The pancakes were fluffy and satisfying, and the biscuits & gravy were packed full of flavor. LFG's breakfast was delicious, and a great price!

The setting by the lake was definitely relaxing--we enjoyed sitting outside and watching the boats…read morepass by. Unfortunately, the food didn't live up to the view. The onion rings lacked flavor, and the wings weren't crispy at all. We tried two different wing flavors, but they were so bland that I honestly can't even remember which ones we ordered. The sauces didn't add much either. On top of that, the sweet potato fries were disappointing--some weren't even fully cooked and were still cold in the middle. This would be a nice spot to stop for some drinks or refreshments while enjoying the lake, but for food, I'd look elsewhere.

Service was friendly and prompt. Our appetizer of chips with salsa and guac really hit the spot!!…read more For entrees we went with the lemon pepper chicken, birria tacos and a hot honey pepperoni & jalapeño pizza. Didn't try my mom's chicken entree, but her asparagus was so tough she could barely cut it with a knife and after taking a bite she didn't eat any more. My husband wished the crust on his pizza was thicker/puffier; I had a slice and thought the spice factor was just right but you could taste the crust was burnt, and also see it when you flipped the slice over and saw it was black. The burria tacos were phenomenal, but it would be nice if you could order an extra one or two as they are super thin and don't come with a side so they aren't gong to appease your hunger on their own.