Thier pancakes are amazing, red chilaquiles are to die for, and I wish they would be open past 3 haha, overall service 10/10 ‍

Yummmmm! Wonderful food. We were seated promptly and attended to right away. The beignets are wonderful, as with the biscuits and gravy, crunchy cinnamon French toast, west coast omelette, and corn beef hash. Will definitely visit again when back in Milwaukee! read more

Omg both dishes were amazing. The hash was incredible and the bowl had such good flavor Big portions. read more

Mad Rooster Cafe - Milwaukee - Corn beef hash Mexican steak bowl - Cafes Near Me - West Milwaukee, Wisconsin

I've visited Mad Rooster multiple times, and every time I've been there I've always been pleasantly surprised! The menu is huge, which I don't always like but because Mad Rooster does a good job with everything they serve, they can pull it off. I've tried a few different dishes and have liked them a lot. This weekend, I got the bacon, egg and cheese bagel with an upgraded side of sweet potato fries. The scrambled eggs were loaded onto the bagel, but not so much so that I didn't know where to start. I loved the melted cheese on top. Mad Rooster doesn't take reservations, but you can join the waitlist from afar by going to their website. You'll get a text notification confirming that you joined, and right before your table is ready, you'll get a text saying "you've been removed from the waitlist". Don't be alarmed! This doesn't mean you've lost your spot in line, it means you're almost ready to be seated. The place is always super busy (green flag!) so make sure you get on that wait list unless you're willing to wait 45+ minutes on a weekend morning. read more

Mad Rooster Cafe - Milwaukee - Bacon egg and cheese bagel sandwich with sweet potato fries - Cafes Near Me - West Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Such a gem that I never realized was there. The inside was a lot larger than I anticipated. With a visibly full parking lot we thought our table of 5 would take awhile to be seated. We were greeted immediately and sat instantly. Food came out fresh AND fast. The best part was our server, Angel. He was very patient with the little ones, he had great recommendations and such fun conversation! read more

Stopped by Mad Rooster while in Milwaukee and was really impressed. The food was fresh, flavorful, and the portions were generous, definitely enough to leave you full. The atmosphere has a cozy, farmhouse feel that makes it a great spot to relax and enjoy a meal. Service was friendly and attentive without being overbearing, and there was plenty of seating, so we didn't feel crowded. I'd definitely stop here again the next time I'm in the area. read more

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We were down in the area and decided to give this place a try, and glad we did! We were very impressed by how many people and cars were here, and were expecting to wait a half hour, but got seated almost immediately, quite impressive. We ordered our food and got it quick. Service was good, food was also good with large portions . The inside itself was large, and buzzing with people chatting, wet welcoming . We will definitely be coming back, great first experience ! read more

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Spectacular as usual! The crape breakfast burrito was scrumptious!!the service, coffee and house potatoes are also second to none!! read more

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The good part: Pleasant and efficient service, and a superior, individual fruit bowl. The bad part: Eggs ordered scrambled and well done were only partially cooked and wet. Bacon ordered well done and crisp was only partially cooked with some of it being floppy to inedible. Toast was brought to the table too cold to melt soft butter even after it had sat for awhile. The slices were huge, and the butter and jam that came with it was barely enough for one slice. I didn't have time to have the botched order remade. Three stars are for service, fruit, and what seemed like quality ingredients. Even so, I wouldn't choose to return. read more

The wait was shorter than we were told and we got greeted within 1 minute of being sat. Server was absolutely amazing and straight forward my server answered all my questions, the food was amazing i got a waffle aswell as a burger and everything was delicious and made right, i loved the vibe of the place it was a great experience the staff even though they were busy kept it very casual. read more

I was a little bit disappointed . I felt rushed . They were very subtle . The food was fine. It was crowded and busy. You can put your name on the wait list! It is casual . I like the Kenosha one much better . I tried this one a couple of times before with a better experience so I am not sure read more

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I went with my family and we got the Mexican steak bowl, salmon and eggs and the classic breakfast. The ham was so delicious very juicy and tender. The salmon was okay very smokey. The bowl is amazing the steak is very tender and juicy complimenting the runny eggs and avocado. As for the service magnificent, our server was very kind and very welcoming The ambiance was okay its very crowded along with a very long wait time. Cons- The glasses were a little foggy. other than that this place is definitely a must!! read more

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My friend and I are here when we were visiting Milwaukee and we were so impressed! The decor is all rustic farmhouse but still cozy. The service was quick and extremely friendly and accommodating. The coffee, iced and hot, hit the spot. My crepes were wonderful - made me do the happy dance! My friend got a skillet that was also delicious. Can't wait to go back! read more

Mad Rooster Cafe - Milwaukee - Banana & Nutella Crepes (but I'm allergic to bananas so they subbed strawberries ) - Cafes Near Me - West Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Stopped in passing by Wi... the staff was great and this veggie bowl had everything in it i love. The option off adding a protein was excellent. Nice clean restaurant and great music. Would come back if in the area. read more

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Went for lunch and really not sure why so many good reviews. I got the mad burger and asked for red potatoes. First, I got fries instead. My husband and I both asked for red potatoes and we both got fries. My burger was dry. Granted it was 2 smashed patties but that doesn't mean they should be dry. And what made it worse was it did not have any horseradish mayo. Not sure what the atmosphere was supposed to be. Not very pleasing or inviting was planning on going for breakfast in the morning but don't think so now. read more

I LOVE THIS PLACE!!! Food is great, Service is WONDERFUL!!!! Every meal that I have had from MAD ROOSTER was magnificent!!!! The ambiance is nice! read more

Our food was excellent, and our waitress, Addy, was absolutely wonderful, attentive, friendly, and made our experience enjoyable overall. Unfortunately, our first impression upon arrival was very disappointing. As we were entering, part of our group was holding the door open for a man using a walker, while others were holding it for the rest of our party to come in behind us. A hostess (blonde hair, snakebite piercing, no visible name tag) addressed us in a tone that felt aggressive and inappropriate for a front-of-house interaction, saying, "Can you close that door?" One of my friends, who is deaf, responded, "Sorry, what?" The hostess repeated herself more sharply, "Close the door, it's cold." When we explained that we were holding it for others, she replied, "Well, can you wait until they're closer? It's cold in here," and gave us a noticeably rude look. This happened immediately upon entering, without any greeting or welcome, which made for a very uncomfortable start to our visit. As someone who manages a restaurant in Milwaukee, I understand how important first impressions are, and this was one of the worst I've experienced. To add to this, the same employee later checked on our table but behaved noticeably differently with us compared to others. She was also very loud while interacting with a nearby table--laughing and flirting in a way that drew attention from multiple guests, many of whom appeared visibly uncomfortable. While we truly appreciated the quality of the food and Addy's service, the initial interaction and overall conduct from the hostess significantly impacted our experience. It is such a shame because the food and waitstaff was absolutely amazing. It's also disappointing to see that responses to reviews appear to be AI-generated through Yext rather than thoughtful, direct replies. It gives the impression that guest feedback isn't being genuinely heard or addressed, especially when issues like this seem to point to larger management concerns. read more

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First time here. Was very impressed. Would come back. It was mid-morning on a Thursday. They were busy but not packed. Got seated right away, and our server checked in with us. The server was super good. The waters, beverages, and food were all delivered in efficiency and warm smiles. Thanks Abby! We got a Breakfast Burrito and the Home Made Yogurt. Everything was hot, flavorful, and good portions. The yogurt was especially good, with sliced almonds and just the right amount of honey drizzle. Definitely would put this on this list of excellent breakfast places. read more

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This place never disappoints. Breakfast with my son on a Sunday morning. We got right in even though it looked busy. We both got the strawberry pineapple mimosas which were delicious. I got the traditional breakfast scrambled eggs, bacon, potatoes and toast. Best scrambled eggs at a restaurant. My son got a burrito and fruit. He said it was delicious and the fruit cup was more than just melons and strawberries. This place is always clean and always busy but the staff is friendly and courteous. Will always be one on my favorite breakfast places in Milwaukee. read more

Omg-love this place and will definitely be back-highly recommend! The service was wonderful, we got there at a great time and was seated immediately. When we left there was a line out the door and the inside waiting area was packed. The menu was great, lots of amazing options which made it hard to pick! We ordered the Mad Bloody-it was SO GOOD-loved the deviled egg on top. I ordered the avocado, salmon Benedict with upgraded potatoes. Portions were huge. The potatoes alone could have been a meal-absolutely loved them. Ended up saving them and having it for breakfast the next day. The food was truly outstanding, unique and service was top notch. Highly recommend and will be back. Service was great and restaurant was clean. read more

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I always rave about the brunch here. One of my girlfriends and I were looking for somewhere to eat one morning and we drove past here! The granola pancakes, red potatoes, and mimosas were so delicious. I will say that we also tried the cinnamon crunch French toast and I a huge fan. It was cold, and kinda tough to eat overall so we left that alone. The service was great, as always. The staff is so friendly. read more

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You can assume that the inside is farm themed and it is! Very cozy and lots of space. My family and I have been many times. With about 15, 8, and 5 people. Making a reservation is easy and we've always been seated rather quickly. Every waiter and server we've had has always exceeded our expectations! The food tastes great! I love their mimosas! Their potatoes are amazing!!! And I always like how they make their eggs. My most recent order was the stuffed French toast and it was so good, the cream was a Bavarian cream and it complemented the bread and fruits very well. I can't remember if this was a half or full order (sorry) but either one is worth it for me. Prices are similar to most breakfast places nowadays. read more

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The place was good. I would say super delicious but it was tasty and comfortable. I loved the environment and my server was the sweetest woman! She was comical and engaging. I'm going to come back. Emilia is so sweet!!! Ask for her! read more

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I cannot say enough good things about this restaurant! One of the best breakfast experiences of my life, and I have traveled quite a bit. The food is amazing! The portions were platter sized. From salmon and spinach to the red potatoes with ham and goat cheese, my husband and I were salivating before the plates hit the table. The freshly brewed (high quality ) tea was delicious. AND...they are gluten friendly for those who have dietary co cerns. Their homemade GF pancakes were so good we took some for the plane ride home. Our server was attentive, friendly, knowledgable--she epitomized customer service. Kenosha MRC is only 19 hour drive from Florida! Definitely worth a trip. If you are in the Chicago area, this restaurant is a wonderful side trip. Get there early; they only do breakfast and lunch, and the parking lot is usually pretty full. ​ read more

I was abruptly taken off the waiting list after being on it for over 30 minutes and driving across the city to eat on Mother's Day.

Nom nom! Portions are always plentiful and when I eat here I'm full all day. Service is consistent. Love there is a parking lot. I can see huge groups enjoying it here too. read more

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Food was excellent, service also! Breakfast with friends! Looking forward to going again! Trying Chilaquiles on my next visit! read more

Excellent food, excellent service! We will stop every time we are in Milwaukee. Coffee is top notch as well!

love this place Best of all the places that close in the afternoon Love their fruit salad, potatoes, and banana walnut chocolate chip bread read more

Spicy chicken and waffles So this place does have parking, but it can be a little difficult. You will have to wait for a table, they do have a sitting area. The only thing I didn't like was our seating. Yes, there are only two of us. However, I do not like the tiny two person booths when eating a meal with multiple plates and beverages. The place was busy. Not so much that we should not have seen our server more than we did. read more

I found this spot on Yelp and had to give it a try. The aesthetic was great and I loved the atmosphere. The service was amazing and our server Hershay was extremely helpful and polite to us! The food was good and I particularly enjoyed the chicken chorizo reds! I also enjoyed their sunrise mimosas. Definitely would recommend if your a local or visiting the area! read more

Mad Rooster Cafe - Milwaukee - CHICKEN & WAFFLES, SD CHKN CHORIZO REDS, FARM SKILLETS - Cafes Near Me - West Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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Obviously I loved this place when I used to come here more often a couple of years ago. I had a very unpleasant experience when I brought friends from out of town. The hostess that seated us seemed stressed and angry, which I understand when it's a busy Sunday, it happens. One in our party was a 4 month old in a car seat and as she seats us in a booth, she doesn't offer to bring a high chair. As we're struggling to figure out seating with a baby, she stares and makes a comment "the table moves". I will note that our waitress was wonderful and more than accommodating during our meal! I ordered the chilaquiles with scrambled eggs, and the entire quantity of eggs had egg shell pieces in it... like it was done haphazardly and not accidentally. Other than that, food was good. Just disappointed with the experience overall as I had very high expectations from previous visits. read more

One look at the fruit lets you know immediately that this place is different! I mean, who does pomegranate, blackberries, or mandarins anymore?!? Denver omelet was loaded with ham and veggies, huge, and super filling with multiple flavors in every bite. read more

Mad Rooster Cafe - Milwaukee - Denver omelet and fruit - Cafes Near Me - West Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Love this place, friendly and food is delicious. My fav for sure.. place is so welcoming. Definitely must try

My husband and I chose to celebrate a small milestone with brunch at Mad Rooster and we were so happy with this decision! It had been years since I had actually been at Mad Rooster, usually opting for takeout instead due to how crowded the restaurant gets and how long the wait times are. The key for us on this Sunday morning was joining the waitlist via Yelp before we even left our house and timing our arrival to coincide with what the waitlist said. Once we got to the restaurant, we still waited about 10 minutes, but it was much better than people who joined the list at the restaurant. Once we were seated, we had swift service. We got water immediately and our waitress checked on us a couple times (but not in a rushing way) to get our orders. I got the seasonal sangria and my husband enjoyed a Peach Bellini. Both were very good and I would easily get both of them again as summery fruity brunch cocktails. For brunch, I am a total savory meal with a sweet side and thank God my husband is willing to go along with this! He got a breakfast burrito with a side of fries, I got the chilaquiles with a side of baby red potatoes, and got a full serving Nutella banana crepes to share between us. The crepes were OUTSTANDING - filled to the brim with Nutella and bananas and a side of whipped cream. They're plenty sweet on their own, but I liked them a lot with some syrup as well which came out warm! My husband liked his burrito, which I didn't try. But the seasoning on the fries he got were very good! My chilaquiles were fantastic - some chips were crispy and some were more loaded with toppings. The flavor was definitely there. The over medium eggs were perfectly cooked with a slightly runny yolk. The baby red potatoes were equally delicious with a little more salt that I added. read more

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The food is really good and it's always hot when it's delivered the SD reds are my guy's favorite. the seasoning is always correct and I order from there often for him. read more

Great food! Great service! We stopped in for bunch before a brewer game and thoroughly enjoyed our drinks and meal. read more

Pros: The service and food Cons: I suspect it can get busy Details: Another Yelp recommendation that was great. We went here on our visit to Milwaukee and on our drive out to Madison. It is really close to the stadium. The food is mexican/american style, at least for breakfast when we went. The space is pretty big, but I can imagine it gets busy. We were most impressed with the service. The food was great, really high quality and not insanely expensive. I can see us making this a typical stop when visiting town. The portions were large. We tried, but none of us were able to completely clear our plates. read more

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Found this place on Yelp and wanted to eat some breakfast before the Brewers/Cubs game this afternoon. Menu has a wide variety of breakfast items so there is a lot to choose from. T had the Greek omelette with fruit and pancakes. The fruit was sweet and fresh and the omelette was delicious. I had the pigs in a blanket. The sausage was excellent with just enough spice to balance the syrup for the pancakes the butter was whipped and easy to spread, not cold and impossible. The service was excellent and the food came out fast. They do Waitlist, so you know how long the wait is going to be. Definitely worth checking out if you're looking for a nice, cozy spot for breakfast. read more

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Many options on this menu along with GF pancakes which I can hardly find! A perfect stop on our way through Milwaukee for a baseball game. Service at Mad Rooster is attentive and personable, adding to the overall enjoyable experience. The atmosphere is bustling yet relaxed, making it ideal for both casual outings and special occasions. Whether you're a local or just passing through, Mad Rooster is a brunch spot that promises a memorable culinary adventure. read more

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