This place is a gem! The drinks and sweets are beautifully flavorful. The staff is kind and the…read morevibe and atmosphere are welcoming and comforting. it was a lovely place to sit spend time with my grandma and mom for my mom's birthday. Definitely want to adventure out and come again!

The coffee is good! They have a good selection and their pastry options are also delicious!…read more The cafe is spacious and has wonderful natural light. The coffee is good! They have a good selection and their pastry options are also delicious! The cafe is spacious and has wonderful natural light.

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!

Boba was some of the best I've had in Milwaukee! Not sure if it was because we got the warm,…read morefreshly made tapioca- it was overall a nice balance of ingredients and sweetness. Golden Mango Bliss Smoothie: 5/5, it was just a perfect blend of mango and sweet without it feeling overwhelming. Ancient Brown Sugar Milk Tea: 5/5, just as amazing as the smoothie, in its own way! Again might've been the fresh tapioca pearls :) Inside is so clean and roomy, great for getting some work done. Parking available.

Just realized that this place was here…read more Stopped in late morning on a Monday. It wasn't busy, with only a couple other people having a quiet conversation. The place is small, and nicely furnished, with some natural light coming through the front and rear entrances. The server was friendly and did a great job to answer my questions. (thanks Emily). This is not your typical coffee shop or cafe. There are some very interesting drinks and food items, that you will not find anywhere else. I typically get a hot Tea Latte (London Fog or Chai Latte), but they don't offer those. I was initially disappointed but I quickly got over it. I ended up getting the Creme Brulee Croissant, and a Ancient Brown Sugar Tea. Let's first talk about the Croissant, truly amazing. Like a Creme Brulee (which I love) it has a layer of caramelized sugar on top. The taste and texture was amazing. The Brown Sugar Tea, was very good, but very sweet. I skipped the boba part (tapioca pearls), but might try it next time. The place was quiet and cozy. Some other customers came in and were either working or having quiet conversations. Great environment to bring a book and read. I'll be back, and this time with a friend.

Such a cute place.... A little hidden- but delicious treats…read moreand good coffee. Friendly and relaxed.

They are hiring and need help. Gray ways holding it down all by her self! She did an amazing job…read moreand was kind and helpful. Made our drinks and warmed our pasty's. If you're looking for a coffee and pastry this spot will be great. If you're looking for a remote work location, they have 10 tables or so. Largest table was 5. Most are two seaters with some 3. Lots of a flavored drinks to satisfy kids and sweet tooth's. Lattes and coffee This place should be more packed than it is. Great local spot. Will definitely be back.

This place is amazing. Getting your coffee or drink made exactly how you want, so many options. I…read moreabsolutely love this place

Went by chance on March 7- was excited it was keychain day the line was LONG! Per usual we didn't…read moreknow what we wanted though so the line allowed time to figure that out. We ordered extra drinks and size medium to score the keychains. As we pull up to the main/entrance we see a sign that they are not taking part in the promo!!! Are you kidding me like you should tell folks when they order! There was not only the longest line I've waited in to date but people were even parking cars and forming a person line! Additionally the event was in fact being advertised so it seems really odd to the post that you aren't doing it! And the sorry sign should have been post as as the general "back of line" area

Great cup of coffee with amazingly friendly service!…read more My wife and I like to stop in before Sunday service to get a nice, hot cup of coffee to enjoy. The cafe is run by volunteers or service team members. Everyone is always smiling and friendly. You really feel welcome and comfortable due to the joy that is spread by everyone at the Mission Cafe. It is definitely a great way to start your Sunday morning!

The Mission Cafe is located on the second floor at Elmbrook church. They serve Colectivo Coffee and…read morebaked goods. Their staff are warm and friendly and make a whole range of latte drinks and blended smoothies. The prices are a bit less than at other coffee shops and the quality is just as good if not better. Most of the staff are volunteers and the profits and tips go to charity in Milwaukee and South Sudan. I'm not a big fan of the "corporate" coffee shop experience and the Mission Cafe is anything but that. It is warm, non-rushed, moderately busy, and a good place to read or visit with friends.

Kind and delicious. Great and clean space with specialized desserts with Middle East flare…read more Have gelato as well. Ferrero rocher was delicious gelato flavor. Skip those fondue chains and stay local!

Very good desserts! Unique an delicious. The chocolate is incredible. It is very rich and typically…read morecome in large portions, so something to be aware of. The presentation of the desserts are beautiful. Fun for a birthday of celebration! Large menu with lots of options. A fun place to try!

This was my first time here and I loved it. I had the blue Hawaiian smoothie which was delicious -…read morenot too sweet. I also ordered a chipotle chicken quesadilla with the avocado lime dip and it was a perfect snack. I need to go back and try all the other smoothie flavors!!

Imagine an Erewhon style coffee shop in Wisconsin, and this is it. Although, some prices are…read moreimpractical for those on a budget or different tax bracket lol it seems to be a solid place! It's in a good neighborhood with accessible parking and includes an up & downstairs for enjoying your coffee, doing work, reading, etc. (You can even reserve the larger tables...) I really enjoyed their aesthetic & was able to focus on what I needed to get done upstairs (picture included). I liked the variety of beverages & the açaí bowls seem amazing, so I will have to come back to get a taste of one of those! One of the baristas was kind enough to offer me the remainder of the drink I ordered in a to-go cup from the blender (it was a $10 drink after all). If you have the time (& money, depending on what you're getting) check it out for yourself and enjoy!