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    Nutella Crepes
    Lauren G.

    Stopped here on a Friday morning for brunch. It was pretty busy, but there were still a couple of tables open. We were seated right away and asked for our drink orders. We ordered the Nutella crepes, crème brulee French toast, Denver omelet, and two birria skillets. When the food was brought out, they gave us two birria omelets instead of the skillets. We decided it was fine and stuck with the omelets then. Everything was pretty good, but especially the crème brûlée French toast! It was crispy and had great flavor.

    Crystal P.

    So darn good! The decor is wonderful, the food is spectacular, and the staff couldn't be better. What's more Milwaukee than a sausage and cheese curd omelet? Delicious!

    Birria omelette
    Samantha G.

    This is a cute spot that makes for a great breakfast and brunch place. There's plenty of seating. It's spacious, bright, comfy, and clean. The staff were all friendly and attentive. And we never felt rushed or anything. The menu is plentiful with lots of different options, both sweet and savory. And the portions are plentiful. I opted for the birria omelette which was delicious. Incredibly yum and very filling. I would definitely recommend this spot and will be back.

    Nutella crepes
    Danielle P.

    Sweet Diner remains a favorite breakfast/brunch spot in MKE - especially with girlfriends aesthetically it is so cute an girly with its mid-century yet chic vibes. I love the marble tops and pink accents. We went at 9am today and had no wait which was a pleasant surprise seeing as though going for brunch hours can some times result in an hour plus waitlist. We shared the Nutella crepes and ham and potato hash with Gruyère cheese - both were amazingggg, the crepes especially!!! Our food came out SO fast (TG as I was starving). Our waitress was attentive and punctual. The reason I'm giving it 4 stars is because I got a coffee after and ordered a cortado but was given a 12 oz cup of hot whole milk with one shot. I did ask for an off menu item, but they should just have said they don't know how to make it rather than serve an incorrect drink. They were kind and gave me a black coffee instead at my request, but sadly that was also very watery and underwhelming. Hopefully next time I will have a better coffee experience!

    French toast and ham hash
    CJ G.

    The food was prepared well and had great flavor. The portions were generous. The ham hash was amazing, and the French toast was good. I will definitely return.

    Tommy P.

    Great place for brunch with good food at reasonable prices in an uncrowded, pleasant space with nice people taking care of you. Ever go to a place that's just so all-around nice that there's not much to say? SweetDiner is it.

    Nutella crepes
    Sean W.

    After a brisk winter walk by the lake to watch the sunrise, we needed a place with hot coffee and good food. We found those and more. The service was attentive and personable including make smart recommendations and actually knowing the menu. I wish that more servers were like this wonderful lady who fully understood the menu in order to answer questions and ask good questions of us. The atmosphere is modern and still inviting, the good was presented well and, best of all, tasted great.

    Mean Green juice
    Jessica S.

    I came here with my friends for the first time while celebrating my friend's bachelorette party, and we were very impressed with their brunch. Since we visited on a weekend, we were extremely glad we made a reservation because the dining room was packed and parking in the area was difficult to find. That is really the only downside, but it seems to be an issue anywhere nearby. A friend and I went inside to let them know we were running a bit late due to parking, and they let us know they could not seat us until our full party of four had arrived, which was completely understandable. Luckily, the rest of our group walked in just a few minutes later. Once seated, we were immediately impressed by the dining room. The space is modern, bright, and very clean, with a beautiful aesthetic that makes it a great spot for brunch with friends. The menu is also large; there truly is something for everyone. They offer a wide variety of options, including multiple flavors of french toast, crepes, eggs benedict, skillet bowls, toasts, waffles, pancakes, and more. The prices are also very reasonable for the quality and portion sizes. I had a hard time deciding between breakfast and lunch, and everyone in our group ended up ordering something different. I ultimately chose the Reuben sandwich ($14), and it did not disappoint. The sandwich was loaded with corned beef and had great flavor, and I chose breakfast potatoes as my side, which were crispy and well seasoned. I also tried the Mean Green juice ($7), and it was refreshing and a great complement to the meal. Everyone in our party gloated about how much they enjoyed the food, and we stayed full for much of the day. I would love to come back and try even more options, specifically he breakfast options. Overall, this was a fantastic brunch experience with great food, a welcoming atmosphere, and plenty of menu options. I would absolutely come back again and would recommend making a reservation, especially on weekends.

    Kianna W.

    My my my my my. I'm just having a day full of amazing experiences! I walked in and was greeted instantly. Coming in from the cold this place definitely has an upscale vibe but cozy atmosphere. I sat at the bar where I was able to get a full view of the action behind the counter. Still active with employees I could tell that the vibe was friendly. I ordered the Chilaquiles with birria. I'm not going to lie the flavor slapped me in the face. Like it seriously packed some power in a good way. I scarfed as much food down but unfortunately I was stuffed so I had to take the rest to go. Definitely a spot worth trying.... I posted this before I left the table. Now I will say the food is still worth trying but my waiter who was tasked with cleaning up since they were closing in less than hour took out the trash, didn't wash his hands and came back to assist me... and when I asked he did admit he didn't wash his hands. So I think that is just the only negative aspect of my experience. Just remember you are dealing with people and food , and if he would've touched my food or passed me a to go box that would've been extremely unsanitary. Other than that the experience was nice.

    Pumpkin Spice pancakes
    Warren D.

    Date of visit: October 26, 2025 Having been here a couple times before, I was looking forward to returning though was also a bit nervous about the potential wait time--this place can be an utter beast when it comes to a weekend morning! Thankfully 9 a.m. on a Sunday was not too bad and our friends were already in and seated when we arrived. The west side (to the right) of the restaurant is definitely the more relaxed side of the restaurant, even the pace and sense of urgency over here seemed to be less than the left side where we sat the last time. Service was okay, our waiter, Fabricio, seemed a bit more concerned with looking in the mirror and chatting with the other staff than us, but he was very friendly and accommodating when we had his attention. The food is still where SweetDiner shines; my pumpkin spice pancakes were delicious (I got them without the pumpkin seeds--no one needs that pressure in their life), and I definitely needed the coffee that morning! That day was trick-or-treat, so I thought the pumpkin was a nice nod to the day and the season overall.

    Wisconsin Omelette
    Maddy K.

    I've been to SweetDiner a handful of times now and it never disappoints. Definitely one of my favorite breakfast spots in MKE. Although they have a large inviting dining area, they do fill up fast so wait times can get long...but I tend to go earlier to get seated right away. Some of my favorite dishes I've had are the chicken&waffles, Crème Brûlée Style french toast, and the egg plate. More recently tried the fiesta tacos with chorizo which were filling and had great flavor. I appreciate that all the ingredients taste fresh and the wait staff is often efficient, especially when busy. They also offer a wide variety of coffee/tea drinks, and alcohol/ cocktails fitting for any occasion. I would definitely recommend trying out SweetDiner if you're in the neighborhood or searching for a trendy brunch spot!

    Chicken and Biscuits
    Thien-Tyler N.

    Food 5/5 Service 4.5/5 Ambiance 4.5/5 Located in Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward SweetDiner immediately looked like quite the high-end place. The coffee bar immediately greets you on the way in, and the rest of the restaurant practically made me feel underdressed. That being said, the environment definitely felt right for a Sunday brunch - and the food backed that up nicely. Coming from Texas, I grew up a ton on Southern food. Fried chicken and biscuits and gravy were staples back home, and I knew I had to try it when I came to SweetDiner. This dish was incredible - an amazingly savory gravy, fluffy biscuits, amazingly fried chicken, and eggs to round it out - just a whole plate of nothing but richness. I cut through that richness and fat with some fresh squeezed strawberry + orange juice - a timeless and well executed combo here. Overall, every dish looked media-worthy, and mine definitely hit all expectations and then some. Would happily come back again.

    berry bowl
    Eileen E.

    We were seated and greeted immediately by a friendly hostess. I ordered berries and an English muffin with vegan butter and a raspberry mimosa. My daughter turned 21 and they brought a chocolate/strawberry crepe with a candle to celebrate. Our server was NIKKI. Great server. She ordered avocado toast with eggs and a spicy Bloody Mary. My husband ordered a Wisconsin omelette and loved it. He ordered a Bloody Mary. My other daughter ordered eggs and potatoes. Those potatoes were PERFECT! They were perfect crispness. When I go again I'm getting a side of those potatoes. The bathroom was clean. The restaurant had a modern, fun atmosphere. We got parking right away out front too. We will be returning.

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    Food was great! Ambiance was spacey!! Didn't feel crowded for Mother's Day breakfast!

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    The parking is hectic since it's downtown but I was able to park around the corner of the restaurant & paid the full meter to give myself the max time. Make sure to have change w/ you to pay the meter because the card machine may not be available

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