Been to Lake Effect a number of times, and it's a consistently good spot. On this Saturday morning,…read morethey were super busy and the place was packed. We were a group of seven and were able to find a couple of tables to pull together. The staff have always been super nice and helpful. They make excellent tea lattes. I usually go with a London Fog, and they do a very nice job with it, even adding some latte art. If I could make one suggestion, it would be offering a 16 oz option. They currently have 12 oz mugs, and sometimes I'm just looking for a little more. A tiny issue. Thanks!

What a cute coffee shop! So many windows, greenery, and cozy decorations! This is definitely a spot…read moreI could hang out at for awhile. I just popped in for a to go coffee today but will definitely be back! Staff was super friendly and conversational! Amazing service- even though they were busy, my coffee was delicious and ready quickly! I had the butter pecan latte- so good!

IG: diamante.lara.milwaukee Real POVs / Real Spots…read more The food was fantastic and the ambiance was great. Seems to be a unique go to spot for me. Service was well. Watch the video attached.

My latte was so delicious! I got one of their signature drinks, the Blüm. I love the vibes of the…read moreplace. It's so welcoming and cozy. The plants everywhere are gorgeous! You order at the register, they give you a number and then when your number is called you get whatever you ordered. The cashier was very nice! I can't wait to come back and try more off their menu.

Still happy to have this coffee shop in the neighborhood! Enjoyed an iced vanilla latte with oat…read moremilk. Service was fast and friendly. The space is comfortable, spotless, and much brighter than in the past. Keep on keeping on 1848!

I drive past this place on my way to my grandparents and have wanted to stop in, we found a perfect…read moreSaturday morning too. It kind of sticks out as there are houses and apartments all around, parking lots is a good size and there is a good amount of tables outside. Inside are more tables and a wall of bags of coffee for sale. Inside and outside are lots of seats but we were talking and wish they had some comfy chairs to sit in and chat. The menu features a good amount of options for different coffee and tea drinks with various syrups and extras. There are a couple of seasonal type specials too. There is a small bakery case with treats from Beans n Cream in Madison, but there isn't much food otherwise. A couple of Kind and Cliff Bars. There is a basket for food pantry donations as well and a local business bulletin board. When we stopped in shortly after 8am on a Saturday morning there was a steady flow of people. The line moves pretty quick and our order was ready in a short amount of time. I got an iced chai latte and my husband got a London fog latte and a breakfast scone. The scone was alright, filled with classic breakfast flavors, but not our favorite. The staff were great in explaining where the bakery items come from and so friendly. I do wish they had some other food items available but for coffee/tea, it's a great stop! Overall a good coffee shop but I wouldn't really stop in for more than that. I would stop again for a drink!

I have been trying to make it to Aroma since I first saw it opened, but the weekend hours, 10am -…read more3pm, make it a little challenging. I wish they opened a little bit earlier, as by 10 I kind of forget about it. I met up with a friend shortly after opening. There are so many delicious looking treats and coffees to choose from. I got a chai latte that was perfect and was ready so quick! They had a good flow of people thoughout the time we were there and I loved that they had art for sale as well as some Puerto Rican merch. Would love to come back and try more!

Stopped in again. This time, I treated myself to a mocha and an Almond Danish. Both were excellent…read more My only disappointment is that they still don't offer the option of having your hot beverage served in an actual mug. For those of us who enjoy lingering in a coffee shop, a real mug makes the experience that much better.

I pass by many coffee houses and go out of my way for Dia. I love their creativity in their…read moreseasonal menus. The place is colorful, and inviting with an attentive staff. I haven't tried their food yet, but everything coming out of the kitchen on a recent Saturday afternoon looked and smelled amazing. I went twice this weekend to try the Bugs Bunny (new favorite) and TMNT (turtle latte with pistachio milk). Great experience!

The interior decor is pleasant, the food for brunch is quite good. I had some delicious blueberry…read morepancakes. Chief of Staff had a good omelet. Coffee was very good, the tea came in a double paper cup instead of a tea cup and saucer. Convenient parking lot. Music was painfully loud, it was excruciating. Even though we got moved around the corner, the volume level was an OSHA violation. Cannot enjoy Sunday brunch while shouting. Waitress was truly excellent, got the order perfectly from lip reading and checked up on us just the perfect amount. Don't dine here unless you are already hard of hearing, you are wearing rock concert level hearing protection, or really want to have tinnitus.

A couple of years' reviews (okay - so I am a bit late on some of my online stuff!_…read more THIS YEAR - 03/15/25: Second time stopping by (DI Tournament related again!). This time we slated enough time to sit down and relax for a while before having to start the day. Everything from last year was still here - including the great food and service. My wife (g-free due to Celiac) tried their Mini Banana Bread Loaf and loved it - with no adverse reactions! Their specialty espresso drinks were again excellent (Blarney Stone Latte, and a Caramel Macchiato). ORIGINAL GOOGLE REVIEW from MARCH 2024: A very nice and uniquely decorated local coffee joint. Found them this year while in town appraising for the Destination Imagination Sectional Tournament. Needed to be on-site by 06:30 on a Saturday, so I appreciated that they were open early! Decided to come in vs the drive-through option. Nice decor that looks like a cross between a Flea Market and an Antique store. I appreciate places that don't try to look like "the other guys." Very warm and intriguing. A visual feast for those of us prone to adult A.D.D.! Had places allowing small groups to sit and enjoy if they wished. As a first-timer, I greatly appreciated the online ordering option, as we were just a tad behind schedule and coming in from Bluemound in Brookfield. Was easy to navigate their site on my phone. Arrived 10 minutes earlier than expected. Was easy to locate via GPS. Inside, the staff were exceptionally friendly. Had some conversation, my (delectable!) white mocha decaf, and was on my way before my original arrival time. A nice selection of coffee shop eats are available.

Stopped in for a couple of London Fog Tea Lattes and to listen to the live music performance. They…read moredo a nice job with the London Fogs; great texture, good steep, the temperature was right, and served in a ceramic mug. What I don't like so much is the fact that there is no foyer at the entrance. When the front door opens, and if you are seated nearby, you get a blast of cold air. Not sure what they can do about that, given the fact that they are part of a strip mall.

It seems they might not be called Blend anymore? The name on their sign is now D'vine. The interior…read moreis beautiful. This coffee shop was recommended to me by a colleague so I dropped in before going to luxe bay. The cafe is bright and beautifully designed. They have a full cafe and full bar as well. I ordered their spDevine. coffee drink called the Honey Bee latte. It had a lovely honey jasmine syrup. It was only $4.25!! I also tried the cinnamon roll bread which was absolutely delicious but cost as much as the coffee lol.

Second time here. I stopped in during the summer for a cold Italian soda. This time I came for a…read morehot beverage, a London Fog Tea Latte. Food: Ordered my usual London Fog Tea Latte, with a little lavender, a little vanilla, and extra frothy. I would have liked it served in a mug, but they only offer paper cups. The drink was nicely made. I am used to having the tea steeped first and then finished with frothed milk. In this case, the milk was frothed first and the tea bag was added afterward. The result was a very frothy drink, but the tea flavor was a bit weaker than I prefer. Service: I arrived close to noon and the place was about half full. There was only one person working, taking orders, handling payment, and making drinks. Because of that, it took a while to place my order. That said, the person doing all the work was super friendly and helpful, and took the time to make the drink properly. Atmosphere: The atmosphere is relaxing, with lots of big windows and natural light. There are several different seating areas with various table and chair configurations. There is counter seating, high tops, and overstuffed leather chairs. It was a cold day, but the space was very comfortable inside. Everyone was having quiet conversations and being respectful of the environment. Overall, a nice visit. It would benefit from a bit more staffing to speed things up, and ceramic cups for hot drinks would be a great addition.

I loved going to their original location. It was a small space & always packed. This new location…read moreis 5 times larger with plenty of seating options, great service & beverages/food. Easy in-out large parking lot. Stop in and support this locally owned cafe.

New location with a new menu Lots of room to move around…read moreService was great since it was right after the lunch rush for a Thursday