Sweet Joy Coffee gives you a retreat from the busy streets of the third ward. The plants and the decor gave me tropical and fresh vibes, adding to the great food. The Espresso was great and pairs well with the rich brigadieros. I recommend you try the banana bread, which practicly melts in your mouth. I am excited to try their pistachio pudding latte in the future! read more

I had hopes for this spot but sadly it just didn't work out. I asked to order a Brazilian style coffee drink and they only said the brigadeiro latte. I tried it and it was just okay. The truffle/candy is at the bottom of the drink and it didn't mix well. I ordered a 6 piece of the cheese bread to share but they came out crispy and almost hard, unlike any cheese breads I've had before. There are two restrooms, one which was unclean and the second had zero toilet paper. There is free wifi and the cafe is cozy. read more

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Absolutely amazing bakery!!! We are in town visiting family and friends and they recommended this spot. The guava pastry is out of this world! Perfectly flaky and sweet and savory. "Chef's kiss"!!! My family is in love with the cheese balls and the bigger cheese pastry. Perfect blend of cheese and bread. My son who "hates everything" tried the chocolate croissant and was hooked! He even ordered a second one and ate it! I heard there was another cafe there before and they fixed it up and it truly gives Brazilian vibes. Bathrooms are clean and the seating has lots of options for every age and size. Even a hanging chair. Mara and other staff were sweet. Recommend highly! I'll be back tomorrow read more

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This café is absolutely perfect! I recently moved and this place caught my eye from the moment I passed by it. When I walked in, I was struck by how bright, airy, and full of life the space felt. The interior is beautifully decorated--tons of natural light, cozy seating, and plenty of greenery, which added to the relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. I ordered the chicken coxinha, a cinnamon bun, and a tea latte, and everything exceeded my expectations. Coming from a neighborhood rich in Brazilian culture, I've had my fair share of coxinha, but this one was by far the best I've ever had. (As you can see the picture was taken after I had a bite because I couldn't wait) The filling was flavorful, the dough perfectly crisp on the outside and I loved the added onions, and it had that just-right balance of creamy and savory inside. The cinnamon bun was another standout--so soft, gooey, and packed with cinnamon goodness. I barely got to enjoy it because my partner stole it from me (which pretty much says it all). This café is a place I'll be coming back to. If you love Brazilian treats, a beautiful ambiance, and a cozy spot to unwind, this is the place to be! I can't wait to try the brigadeiros next time. read more

Sweet Joy Brazilian Cafe - Cocinha, cinnamon bun - Cafes Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

The açaí flavor at Sweet Joy Brazilian Cafe tastes just like what it does in Brazil! This place is a good way to taste the Brazilian Açaí in Wisconsin. I got my açaí bowl to-go & it was an easy delivery process. A few things I would change are making the bowls bigger (only one size) & making the açaí not as icy. I would come back here again. read more

Sweet Joy Brazilian Cafe - Chocolate Strawberry Açaí - Cafes Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

I can't even gatekeep this place because it was so drop-dead aesthetic, it needed its moment here, hence the dump of pictures. Thanks to the Yelp event that was being hosted, I was able to find this cute, underrated cafe spot! We were treated to a brigadeiro (pictured) and two specialty drinks for the holiday season- the snowball latte topped with a coconut brigadeiro and peppermint latte with a dollop of whipped cream. Sweet Joy is the epitome of how a place enhances your cafe experience. For one, it's in the middle of the hustle and bustle of Brady St. Second, the natural light floods the space with no holding back. You walk in to a place decorated with plants vining in and out of window corners and a wonderful host, Marcia. If you take a second to Google Brazilian cafe aesthetic, you'll find a bunch of Pinterest boards "Best Brazil Cafe Ideas" and Sweet Joy looks just like it. The plants, the fragrance of coffee beans, and the faint rustle of people cooking in the kitchen is everything- this place serves. I'm sure I'll be back for the back room study spot here or deep catch-up convo with a friend. read more

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Beautiful and amazing small business. Got to meet the owner who was working and without knowing who she was we had a good chat going on. The coffee was really great and deliciously made. We ordered 2 ice coffees and a bunch of desserts. The coffee was freshly made. The pastries were recently made and warmed up. I fully recommend this coffee shop. Don't be in a rush as items are made to order to get them fresh. Coming back soon. I wanted to try and speak Portuguese with the owner but I was rusty. - Obrigado pelo café read more

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A very hidden but amazing cafe on Brady St! I was in town for the day and looking to hit up as many coffee shops and I'm so glad we made it a priority to stop here! Everything was reasonably priced and the employee was really sweet and kind! Everything is so green and relaxing inside. I would love to go back and hang out and enjoy all of the sun light that comes in! read more

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Ambiance: love it! Very cozy and eclectic decor. Nicely done! The coffee was really good, it has a nice unique flavor. We also tried the Brazilian lemonade, one of my favorites theirs is a little limey but still good just be prepared it's sour. The brigadeiros are amazing!! The ham and cheese pastry was delicious. read more

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Cute, well-themed cafe with delicious bites and sips! We got the Coxinha, Pão de queijo, Guaraná and the Salted Shaker with house-made caramel! The salted shaker was so rich and creamy and the Coxinha was crispy on the outside with a pillowy texture and bold flavor on the inside. The service was excellent, he offered to bring the drinks out first while the food cooks(made to order). Thoroughly enjoyed and it was a wonderful experience overall! I will definitely be coming back to try the rest of the menu read more

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Having lived in Brazil, I was excited to get in a place with "Brazil" in the name. It's quaint and refreshing, and a lot bigger than it seems at first sight. Just make sure you walk around the back behind the counter to find rooms with seating areas, including a swinging chair. Very "sweet" vibes all over. The gal at the front was also nice, but a bit on the quiet side. The owner moved back and forth from the kitchen and talked to the gal in Portuguese and had a lot more energy but didn't say anything to me personally. I wish she had - I love conversing with people from Brazil as it brings me back fond memories. Some suggestions is that I wish they had more Brazilian style coffee choices... Like cafe com leite, and cafezinho... Just bring a little more Brazil to the place. Other than "brigadeiro", they seem to shy away from Portuguese lingo in general in their menu. I was excited to see coxinhas in their warm case. They're chicken croquettes, which I used to eat almost everyday for lunch at school. They were smaller than I remembered, but quite delicious. I did feel that the curry taste was a bit stronger than I'm used to, but it has been a while since I've had authentic Brazilian fare. I got five that were hanging out in their wam case, and one that had just come out from the kitchen.... and the one that had just come out of the kitchen was sooo good. I wish they had just given all six from the kitchen. It really makes a difference! Maybe these would be better in a menu rather than displayed in a warm case... Very sweet experience and thankful to have discovered another Milwaukee gem! can't wait to try their other Brazilian treats! read more

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I've been lucky to find another spot that offers an acai bowl that isn't soupy (seriously, not sure why it's hard to find good consistency with these bowls!). I mostly checked out Sweet Joy Brazilian Cafe because I hadn't been and I was curious about what they had. My coffee order was simple - an iced latte. The bakery items in their window grabbed my attention when I saw the coffee cake. But on that menu were THREE Açaí bowl options - maybe that made me more excited than it should have - the photo doesn't do it justice, but it's definitely worth ordering (especially with the chocolate chips... treat yourself, haha!). read more

Sweet Joy Brazilian Cafe - Iced Latte, Brazil Açaí Chocolate Strawberry Bowl, and Coffee Cake. - Cafes Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Visited this cafe at about 12:30PM on a Saturday and it was quite busy! Surprised to see someone performing and singing with a guitar there and it was absolutely lovely. The staff are all very friendly. Pace could be a bit slow so it's not your workday grab n go type of coffee shop. They use beans from Ruby Coffee Roasters and have a shiny La Marzocco machine in store. Those definitely tell me they are serious about (or trying to be good at) their coffee. I got a cortado and I would say it's a bit over extracted so it tasted a bit bitter, but let's give the cafe some time to improve as it just opened! I also got a misto quente (ham and cheese w sweet mustard) sandwich and Brazilian bakery mix. They were served warm and tasted pretty good! read more

Sweet Joy Brazilian Cafe - Highly recommend the bakery mix! - Cafes Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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What a Sweet Joy Indeed! I was having a hard day at work and needed a treat to brighten my day. I headed to Sweet Joy, which is a new Brazilian Café on the East Side on Brady Street. The staff was super helpful in recommending what to get. They have a variety of Brazilian savory and sweet treats and really delicious coffee. The cafe is very bright, filled with gorgeous tropical plants, and as you step into the cafe, you feel warm and sunny and definitely changes your mood. I got the Brazilian mix of savory treats - bread, cheese, and meat with a cappuccino. I also got a mini cake to devour later. The cafe has a swing as well and was fun to forget the world around yourself and have fun swinging. Thank you SJ for a moment of fun! read more

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I visited this cafe on the very snowy-est wisconsin morning so far this season. And the warm and sweet welcome, drinks, and desserts were just what the doctor ordered. They have all the usually coffee bar items you'd expect as well as some unusual items like matcha latte and passion fruit juice. I was pleased to see many of the old items I remember from brewed are still there (pressed tin ceiling, large painted angel, lots of plants). They also sell bulk coffee to go. Most importantly for a coffeehouse, the honey latte macciato I had was delicious! So glad to have this place back as a coffeehouse! read more

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This is a cute cafe! I stopped in for an iced coffee. Staff were friendly and efficient. This place is honestly a lot larger than I anticipated! When you first walk in, it's the counter of baked goods and the area to order your beverage. Towards the back and side are a couple different seating areas. Would stop back next time I'm in the area. read more

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Loved visiting this quaint coffee shop the other day! The back room is so warm and inviting, especially with the hanging chair. I ordered a gingerbread latte, which had a nice touch of spice to it. Staff was very welcoming and explained their menu items well. This will be added to my list of coffee shops to frequent! read more

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Such a quaint and cozy cafe off of Brady street! Stopped in to grab a coffee before work, and was so pleasantly surprised. Latte was good and flavorful and the coffee cake was the perfect companion. Loved the overall ambiance of the shop, will be back again soon. read more

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Great customer service with the owner taking orders while the baker working off to the side. It was great hearing about the business and had great decor and places to sit and work on various projects. The food was pretty good too! read more

We stopped into Sweet Joy and we're immediately impressed by the customer service and attention to detail. Sweet Joy is a welcome addition to Brady street--the specialty truffles are delicious and the Brazilian sampler were tasty as well. The cafe has an ample amount of seating and the decor/plants make it feel so cozy and comfortable. read more

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Want to be transported to a quaint Brazilian cafe? Look no further. The color scheme and decor can't be any cuter. Also, the food is amazing. This may be the only (if not one of few) places in Milwaukee that serves guava and cheese pastries. My latte was awesome too the honey in it was a nice touch. Finally, I was lucky to meet the owner when I ordered. The owner and her staff are so welcoming! I definitely plan to stop for a treat soon. read more

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Amazing seasonal drinks, pastries, and friendly people on such a cute spot on Brady! Favorite morning coffee spot

Food is phenomenal-really enjoyed the savory spinach and feta pastry and cheese coquettes The service and staff are so sweet too Camped out for a few hours and did work for a few hours with no problem! read more

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Such a cute spot with great vibes! Small area to hang out in, lots of snacks to choose from. I got a latte, it was delicious. I wanted to try their Nutella stuffed croissant but I'll need to go back. All of the baked goods are Brazilian and they have some delicious treats! Service was quick and she was very helpful explaining things to me. read more

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Sweet Joy continues to be the place to go on Brady Street for great coffee, service and a relaxed vibe. Stop in and say 'hi' to Giovanna.

I frequent this coffee shop and everything is always good, but man oh man they have out done themselves with the gingerbread latte!! Not too sweet not too spicy just the perfect wintery mix of flavors severed with a little cookie. Pairs perfectly with their coffee cake (everything does!) and served with a friendly neighborhood smile as always. I typically take mine to go, but always love enjoying the beautiful atmosphere while waiting, it is truly such a cozy neighborhood gem! read more

Wonderful, friendly, accommodating service. The spinach feta croissant was super tasty! Would be a great spot to work remotely. read more

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Posting the menu and some feedback for improvement. The latte's could be stronger in coffee and flavor. The hot chocolate could have much more cocoa in it. I am not sure when the pastries get made but on Sunday the guava pastry was a bit drier than I would have liked. I've had it other times on a Friday and it was delicious. I will continue to come back to this place because it is overall a great little community shop. Service is still super friendly. read more

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Sweet Joy is one of my favorite coffee shops around town. Marcia is a wonderful welcoming presence in the city bringing her amazing brigadero sweets to the eclectic Brady street area. I love to come here and grab a chai on my way to work or meet clients in the sun filled seating area. read more

One of the best coffee place I've ever been to. The cafe is a very homey with their decoration and abundance of plants to sit back and relax. The clerk who helped us was extremely nice as well and was very receptive to us. As a side note, we saw the clerk as she was adding more freshly made baked goods. Coffee was fantastic. I got a holiday special which was a coconut latte and it was neither too sweet nor too bland. It was made just perfectly right. I also got a chocolate croissant, which the clerk kindly heated it up for me, and it was delicious because the croissant was cooked perfectly. I can only give 5 stars but that's still not enough to describe how much I like this place. read more

I walk my dog in front of this space every day--sometimes twice a day--so I've been waiting and watching for it to open. This morning, I saw it was finally open!! I was so excited, I took my dog home, skipped my kcup and went inside. The space is decorated perfectly and the green walls make a great, warm environment. The staff was friendly, happy, and kind. The owner was there and was chatting excitedly with both staff and patrons. I ordered a double espresso and am very much enjoying it. The treats case was filled and I can't wait to go back and get a coffee cake. Overall great experience and can't wait to see this business thrive. read more

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Marcia's natural, personal, and intentional care for me as a customer and member of the community truly brings me heartfelt gratitude. I greatly appreciate her creativity as a professional bakery chef and her genuine encouragement in my pursuits. I am also very excited that the offerings of Sweet Joy Brazilian Cafe are in high demand, soon to be featured in a Visit Milwaukee tour! My experience working with Marcia has been exceptionally seamless and I can't wait to return and visit every day that I am able. Walking in on a Thursday morning, I enjoyed connecting with Marcia because, through her clarification questions, she understands exactly what and why I am ordering a delectable Brigadeiro! This makes me feel valued on a personal level which means so much more than placing a dessert order at a sit down restaurant like Rodizio Grill or Texas de Brazil. I belong at Sweet Joy Brazilian Cafe because of how carefully, considerately, and creatively Marcia handles my request. The way she went above and beyond to provide what I had asked shows me that she expects me to expect service as well as baked goods that are above and beyond anything I have ever received from a bakery kitchen. It makes me proud to have met her. It makes me proud to receive an experience in Brazilian culture, here in Milwaukee. Even though she was predicting that the Brigadeiro would be ready on Saturday, she understood that I worked all day Saturday and would be available to pick up the tort on Friday. I am enthusiastic and incredibly grateful for how she encouraged me to check in on how things were looking the next day. I call on Friday morning. The Brigadeiro is warm, just out of the oven. Enthralled, I ask if Marcia could hold / reserve it for me. Yes! I'm celebrating! I get there 10 minutes before 3 PM when the cafe closes. I'm gratified to see that the Brigadeiro has 3 chocolate cake layers! How beautiful with both melty white chocolate and chocolate crème added for a marvelous Chocolate Mousse Brigadeiro. The cake slices are thick too, at least an inch in hight. Topped with a single halved strawberry, Marcia slides the towering tort into a box and wraps it delicately with preservation paper to prevent white chocolate transferring to the lid. Without a second thought, I order a drip coffee to compliment my chocolate entree, and I honestly think that Marcia gave it to me for free as it was the end of the day. Satisfied and grateful, we smile in comfortable discussion of her confident participation in the upcoming Visit Milwaukee tour! I hope that it goes smoothly! I'm very happy to be a customer here because she keeps me close by asking what I do, if I work around Milwaukee. I feel intentionally recognized as a valuable member of the community. I am very grateful to be here to continue the conversation and receive thoughtful and heartfelt care from my friends at Sweet Joy Brazilian Cafe. I can't wait to see you soon! read more

First time here. Cozy environment. The menu was limited but the small bite were delicious. It would have been better if the young lady speak up just a little more as she explained what the stuff was. I had the Brazilian sampler. A nice snack portion of the delicious food. Nothing fancy, just different culture. But the hot chocolate... delicious!! It made my top 3 places y tu it best hot chocolate. It was simply smooth with the right balance of chocolate. Again, nothing fancy, but so yummy. read more

Sweet Joy Brazilian Cafe - The Sampler 6 pieces of goodness. - Cafes Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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This is my FAVE coffee spot in the Brew... & I have tried most of them. Sip to the sweet sounds of bossa nova, sit in the fun "birdcage" chair, & say hello to the always-smiling owner:) She makes the most delicious bakery & chocolates too! read more

Friendly staff. Cute and inviting space. Very comfortable and relaxing. Great seasonal drinks. Has the gingerbread latte which was good. Would return. read more

A great quiet escape on a busy street! This is a great coffee shop for taking a break or studying, with plenty of seating options and a few with easy access to outlets (and free WiFi!). The coffee drinks are also excellent, and I appreciate the seasonal flavor options. The treats are also all too enticing (and worth the splurge!) read more

A good place to get good coffee as well as scratch made bakery and food items in a cozy atmosphere.

If i could gives zero I would. 25 dollars for two lattes and two croissants- I ordered a decaf oat milk vanilla latte-I was the only person in there. It took the girl almost 15 minutes to make the two drinks and when I got it I asked if she'd put vanilla or so in it and she looked at me and paused and was like no. And I was said well I ordered a decaf oat milk and u made a regular latte. I'm actually not sure if she used decaf. I'm like how did it take u 10 minutes to only make the wrong thing. She said nothing and I said I just paid 25 dollars for this order. She said nothing. No sorry no can I remake.... I'm not sure if my husbands was right. I also asked for the pastries after standing there 15 minutes and she said oh we are warming them up and I said I don't need them warm can I just go cuz how does it take this long. She went in back and returned a few minutes later. This place used to be something else a long time ago. The pastries were a step above the grocery store. Go to Rochambo across the street - better drinks and friendlier /competent staff. Horrible - would not recommend read more

Nice boutique coffee shop, friendly owner, superb coffee cake, convenient location on Brady St. Highly recommend

Very small selection of pastries. Brigadeiros were cold, dry, and the chocolate was of low quality. Cute ambiance and friendly staff.