Date of visit: December 14, 2025…read more Our monthly coffee date with our close friends took us this time to the Colectivo in Shorewood and it was good to be close from home given the frigid temperatures we were experiencing. I can't say that I've really spent any time at a Colectivo since the one at Bayshore closed, so this was a nice opportunity to reacquaint myself with their offerings and I came away impressed for the most part. For coffee, I went with the Peppermint Fluff Latte, and I must say it was an excellent choice on my part. They didn't skip on the mint and it really felt like a perfect drink for a cold day with Christmas just around the corner. Foodwise, I selected a cowgirl cookie (a bit too overcooked for my tastes, though the half of the salted choco cookie my husband ordered was quite good and I would recommend that one) and the Bacon Egg and Cheese Croissant. The croissant was a bit more squat than I was expecting, but it lent itself to the sandwich well and while a bit miserly on the cheese, it was overall a very good sandwich. I went five stars instead of four because the staff was really quite excellent. I fully expected the usual crew of hungover hipsters you see at most other coffee shops but instead I found a fun, friendly bunch that were happy to help.

Stopped in for coffee and breakfast the food and drinks were good. It's nicely decorated and…read morethere's plenty of tables to eat or work at.

Great spot near MSOE campus. Matcha was one of their house flavors, don't remember the exact name…read morebut 10/10. A unique twist on matcha. Staff was super friendly! Great spot to study.

Wow, this place is awesome! I LOVE the elevated experience Discourse is brewing. Their evolving…read moremenus guide our palettes through each carefully crafted cup. The variety of options made it easy to try something new and exciting! Catching the tail end of their cozy winter menu, I tried two specialty drinks. The first was called WHAT WINTER FORGOT, which included: ESPRESSO | CHAI | HONEY | CHOCOLATE CHIPOTLE CACAO BITTERS | AROMA OF WINTER RAS EL HANOUT | FLAMED ORANGE PEEL | OAT MILK served hot The second I tried cold and was called THE DUELIST An "Old Fashioned riff; but totally appropriate for 9am" with ESPRESSO ANGOSTURA HONEY | ANGOSTURA BITTERS | AMARENA CHERRY | ORANGE PEEL | MILK | CHOICE OF WHISKEY OR BRANDY ESSENCE served hot or iced What was the verdict? The drinks were absolutely divine! The flavor of each individual cup walked me through a flavor journey I wasn't even prepared for! And that flamed orange peel was the 'icing on the cake' for me. Overall, thanks he drink menu at Discourse coffee shop elevated the entire experience and made for a memorable visit. I can't wait to come back and try more now that the new menu is in full swing!

My recent experience at Fiddleheads was great. Friendly customer service, food sandwiches, good…read morecoffee. I also love the fire pit outside.

Service is always great- drinks are made super fast. The coffee shop is super cozy- lots of tables…read moreand chairs, couches, comfy chairs. And a fire pit outside for cooler days. During warmer months, their patio is fantastic.

Date of visit: April 29, 2026…read more I struggled to find a decent website prior to visiting to have a good idea of what we were getting into, though I don't know that I would have been less disappointed had I been more informed. I was expecting a bit more than just breakfast sandwiches in terms of food, but that is all the counter staff told us about. Later I saw people with baked goods but those weren't mentioned or visible for us to peruse. Our breakfast sandwiches were pretty average, and the coffee was just okay as well. I tried the Carrot Cake Latte and it had a hint of that flavor, but I definitely wanted a little more. The vibe is very hipster, from the bicycle crowd to the vegan folks and would really only work in a neighborhood like Riverwest!

Totally cool place, fully grunge, queer friendly, safe place!…read more They have vegan, and meat options. Good coffee, anti-ice signs, and good music playing. The inside is set up like a 90s cafe, some booths, some community tables, and posters for events. Definitely a must try if you're in Milwaukee. I got a cold brew, and a chickpea sandwich. The sandwich was fine, it had arugula which I loved but not enough flavor other than the arugula. But it was good. My partner got a breakfast sandwich on an English muffin with sausage, egg, and cheese. He said it was "fantastic". He also got a lucky charm latte. We also got a side order of bacon for my kiddo.

I had lunch here with my mom and a friend around 1 PM on a Sunday. The service was wonderful and…read morethe food was good! My only complaint is that the floors are often dirty and the tables aren't wiped down... but the employees are SO kind and friendly and if I ask them to wipe down a table, they will do it right away without question. As for the menu: I love their chili, fresh veggie stack on a wrap, and Greek chicken on a wrap. Their baked goods are always fresh and delicious! I love the oatmeal cookie, Tollhouse chocolate chip cookie, and cinnamon roll.

I've been so curious about this location and couldn't wait to check it out. I was so glad I did!…read moreThe woman at the counter was super friendly, even though they were closing in a few minutes, she took a time to help me and get my order with options. Everything is so carefully crafted with great ingredients. Definitely a place for indulgences and special quality treats.

Stopped in for lunch and there was a long line. I waited and when I ordered they informed me about…read more20minutes for food. I was happy they acknowledge being behind and they were right on it as it was about 20minutes for my sandwich. The staff were so sweet! The inside was cute as also a pharmacy/store. Long tables for sitting and outside had about 6 tables as well. The turkey club was very good. The basil aioli was delicious. The sandwich was a great size and tasted fresh.

I came here to do some homework and try the matcha! This alpine matcha special was delicious! The…read morebaristas were very nice! The space is clean and cute with many different seating options. It was quite busy with people getting lunch, so I will have to come back to the the food!

While visiting family who live nearby, we decided to give this place a try, and wow, we were not…read moredisappointed. The coffee is high quality and reasonably priced. The vibe of the place feels chill and inviting. We noticed people from different walks of life chilling inside, like one group having a business meeting, a student walking in to grab and go quickly, and someone waiting for their date to arrive. It was nice, I could see myself coming over to do some work if I need a place to concentrate while on my next family visit. Staff weren't the friendliest, but they did answer my questions, and they were fast with the orders. The place was clean and orderly, which is much appreciated. The menu isn't super huge but just good enough for most things you might want from a coffee shop. Decor also isn't out of this world, pretty bare bones but again clean and straight to the point. We ordered a few coffees, but mine in particular lives in my mind rent-free, highly recommend the Black Honey Latte, it was sooo goood!

Tried Roast for the first time and it was great. Had to go with the fan favorite vanilla bourbon…read morelatte (terrific!) but need to go back for that blueberry special! Cashier/ barista knowledgeable and helpful. Looked like a popular neighborhood spot as many tables occupied on a lovely Sunday morning.

Date of visit: April 26, 2026…read more Another place that has seemingly been around forever, but I didn't get a chance to visit until my days in Milwaukee were numbered! We came on a Sunday before they officially started serving breakfast and just had pastries available, but we were getting together with some friends for our monthly coffee date and didn't need a whole meal necessarily. The selection was a bit more limited than I would have expected from a boulangerie, but the cinnamon roll was very good (probably would have been better if it had been warmed up but that was not offered). And the cookies that we brought home (chocolate chip and gingersnap) were also very good. I also tried a bite of my husband's quiche and it was very good--definitely made in-house! The almond croissant had a generous amount of almond paste in it, and was quite sizable, too.

I feel like this place might get snoozed on a little bit. The location is a little unassuming. But…read moreit's a cute quiet cafe with delicious food and coffee. There's always something good looking in the bakery case--croissants, macarons, chocolate bombe. There's often a special for brunch or lunch too--I had a steamed mussels once that was pretty memorable. On my most recent visit I had the toasted cheese with a cup of tomate soup. The sandwiches come with a salad or potatoes. I had the salad and it was a nice array of fresh vegetables with a vinaigrette. The cheese was maybe not as all the way melted as I expected but it was still a nice treat. I couldn't resist getting the lemon cake for dessert. They had a strawberry shortcake that day too. Service was attentive and they kept my coffee cup filled. I should come here more often for weekend brunch.