I've been following their journey for a while now--completely obsessed with their creatively shaped…read moremacarons! This shop is such a gem, offering classic bakery staples, delicious macarons, and fun, bakery-themed items. I especially love their "kindness coupons"--such a thoughtful gesture for anyone who could use a little treat. I attended one of their macaron classes, and while I don't know what their kitchen looked like before, it had been fully transformed into a student-friendly workspace with stations set up for each group. After signing in, you're directed to your station and handed an apron. The spots are semi-assigned--if you booked with a friend or a small group, Kasey does a great job placing you together. Everything you need is laid out and ready to go. Kasey walks you through the whole process, checking in along the way and sharing helpful tips she's picked up throughout her macaron-making journey. You and your partner split the batter, but you each get to do your own mixing, choose your colors, and pipe your own shells, which makes it a really hands-on experience. While the macarons are baking, you're treated to sweet bites like brownies or crispy rice treats. Once the macarons have cooled, you fill, package, and--of course--sneak a few tastes along the way. The whole class is so fun, approachable, and well-paced. Afterward, you even get the chance to take home some bakery goodies at a discount! I absolutely love their bakery items, and the class was such a blast. Can't wait to go back!

Date of visit: January 26, 2024…read more Our January version of "Coffee & Kringle" brought us to Batter and Mac in the Falls. A friend had heard that they had gotten some flack from the local Republicans for being pro-LGBT and that was enough for us to go pay them a visit. Staff were wonderful and friendly, even suggesting that I get the Wicked-themed matcha latte with strawberry cold foam, something that I did not think I would necessarily like, but she pushed it hard and you know what? She was right! It was a delicious drink that I may or may not have licked the lid to ensure I got all of the cold foam... My ham and cheese croissant was quite good, though I think it would have been better had it been warmed up. And then I went back for a Scotcheroo and that was fantastic. I had intended to just have a bite that morning and finish it later but there was no way I could do that, I ended up eating the entire thing while we were visiting. Outside of the room temp croissant, the reason for four stars instead of five here is because the bakery gets VERY cold everytime the door opens, I probably should have kept my coat on the whole time we were there. I think one of those ceiling-mounted air units would help mitigate this and get me to stay a bit longer (and order more food!) in the colder months.

Beach bum bakery is truly one of thee best bakeries I've ever experienced, especially with the…read morequality of baked goods. Everything is so fresh every time we go in. Myself and my husband have recommended this bakery all across Wisconsin and we will continue to do so. The atmosphere is great and so are the owners / employees within the shop. Thank you for great baked goods and great coffee.

We went in on Saturday for donuts! The cinnamon roll was delicious. My daughter got the strawberry…read morelemonade donut. It's fun how the flavors are always changing!! :) I would probably not get a latte again, but it was just personal preference, not my favorite. Very cute place right on the lake!

Her cakes and cookies are delicious. My guests always compliment me on the dessert when it comes…read morefrom Diane. Not only are they very tasty, she is very talented with decorating them exactly the way you want them. I will never go to another bakery when I need a cake for a special event. Her prices are comparable to other reputable bakeries.

Diane is an extraordinary baker, her cakes and cookies are to die for. I will never go to another…read morebakery for any of my special occasion needs as long as she is in business. Pricing is comparable to other bakeries, but the flavor and quailty is much higher. Love this place.

I must love it since I keep coming back. Normally I get a cannoli and sit by the window. There's…read morealways other pleasant customers inside as well happy to see children. It's quiet, on the smaller side.

They have a good selection of items to choose from Service…read morecould of been better since only 1 employee could be seen and was was making coffee with a line forming for the baked goods Street parking only with a public parking lot one block over

Love this place! Every bakery good is phenomenal and always is so fresh. Cute little place in…read moreWauwatosa and all the employees I've interacted with are so friendly.

One of the cutest bakeries ever! I needed to order a custom cake and they were extremely sweet and…read moremade the process super easy! They have a ton of fun flavors you can choose from as well as a ton of cute cake toppers and candles in case you need some! I'll definitely have to come back and try their other fun pastries!

The last time The Cake Lady made us a cake was for our a gender reveal in 2021, and here we are…read morefour years later, she has now made a birthday cake for our son! Cecelia is so easy to get in touch with and communicate the vision. It's as simple as filling out the contact form on her website. She was quick to respond and request a few additional details about the cake we were looking to have made, including size, filling, and flavors. We went with a small round cake for 8-10 people, and I sent over a few photos of what I had in mind for the 'Cars theme.' I paid the digital invoice that came through via email, and picked up on our requested date. Easy as that. Oh and of course my son and all of his friends loved the cake!

I have visited the cake lady for birthday cakes and specialty cookies. They always turn out…read moreabsolutely incredible! The cakes have been exactly to my vision (or even better than what I wanted) and very delicious. I highly recommend for all of your baked goods needs!

Like many people in Milwaukee, I am a big fan of Simma's. I am usually the fortunate recipient of…read moresomeone else's tasteful and generous dessert selection at parties, and I have never been disappointed. This time, I made a trip to Simma's to pick up a few items of my own for a party this weekend. I originally planned to get a small cheesecake but decided instead on four different dessert squares. With the help of the friendly staff (thanks, Jeremy), I put together a great assortment that is sure to please. In addition to the bakery items, they also carry party supplies such as cards, decorations, and napkins, along with packaged chocolate confections. Anyone who loves high-quality bakery items should make the trip. Is it a little more expensive than other places? Sure. Is it worth it? Absolutely!

You can never go wrong bringing a Simma's cheesecake to any family function! Perfection is there…read moregame! Always polite and welcoming! Can't get enough of a good cheesecake!

I've driven by this place dozens, maybe even hundreds, of times, but had never stopped in. Part of…read morethe issue, at least for me, is that it's tucked into a strip mall behind a hill, so you really can't see it unless you're looking for it. The driveway is also a bit inconvenient to access. This time, I remembered and decided to stop in and check out the bakery. They also have a small coffee bar with a few café tables, so you can enjoy your bakery treats with a hot beverage. How great is that? Besides my drink and bakery item, I also picked up a four-pack of cupcakes that looked excellent. They had plenty to choose from, so it was a difficult decision. They also offer some gluten-free items, and I chose a Caramel Peanut Butter Cookie that was sweet and chewy. Food: They had an amazing assortment of fresh baked goods. There was a large selection of cupcakes, bars, croissants, scones, and more. I decided on a Chocolate Chip Scone with a mocha, which turned out to be an absolutely terrific combination. The mocha had a nice balance of coffee and chocolate, along with plenty of whipped cream on top. The scone had a great texture, with just the right amount of chocolate chips for sweetness. Next time, I will ask for the mocha to be a bit hotter. Service: I received a friendly greeting and a sincere smile from the barista/server. She did a great job explaining the bakery options and served my mocha in a large china mug. She checked in to see how I liked the food and drink and was exceptionally friendly the entire time. I was also offered a sample of the Black Forest Cupcake, which was delicious. Thanks, Kathy. Atmosphere: It's a large bakery operation, and you can see into the work area, which gives the impression of a high-quality operation. The café seating area is near the entrance, with lots of natural sunlight coming through the windows. I was the only customer there at the time, so it was very quiet and relaxing. So glad that I finally stopped in. I will definitely be back to try more of their delicious items.

Nice new owner of the place. Looks like they specialize in gourmet cupcakes (they had lots of…read morethose) but they also have other offerings. The cases weren't full today, but she said they do plan to have more product soon.

Sandy was absolutely AMAZING and the cake was more beautiful than we could ever imagine. The cake…read morewas both dairy and gluten free - a yellow sponge with buttercream frosting and raspberry filling. Our guests LOVED it and were shocked when they found out it was dairy and gluten free. Sandy even delivered it from Milwaukee to Lake Geneva for my wedding in a blizzard - she is so sweet and I would recommend Rick's bakery to any bride or groom!! Photo credit: Corrina Nicole Photography

Never showed up with my wedding cake and will not provide me a refund! She was booked months in…read moreadvance and sent me weekly emails for final payment which I paid 2 weeks earlier then due. Now she will not respond for to requests for my money back and it's been over 2 months!