Charming little gem with good Anodyne coffee and scrumptious bakery. Just one thing I wish they would fix - please post bakery item prices. Otherwise, every single treat was absolutely delicious. I was seriously wowed. The owner (? I think) named everything I pointed to before giving them to me, but I don't remember all the names. I have to go by what they look like. (Please post bakery item names along with the price!) (Oh and sorry for the bad picture - he looks mad in the picture, but he was actually just really nice and smiling most of the time. I didn't realize until way later that he looks mad in the picture lol) The big puffy cinnamon sugary puff - totally the best thing I had here. Super soft inside and kinda crusty outside, perfectly sweet but not too much. The little mini chocolate croissant lookalike but denser looking things - good, but not necessarily what I'd come back here for. Blueberry scone textured rectangular thing - not airy, but dense, packed with flavor, very filling and delicious. read more

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A lovely little bakery that's perfect for a cup of coffee and a pastry! My family and I were there on 5/11/24 in the morning, and we had a great breakfast. The people behind the counter are hard-working and friendly, and happy to go through what's on the shelves. My brother loved his hot cocoa with their homemade marshmallow fluff! They also sell lotions, soap, and candles from the business/charity next door, Franciscan Peacemakers (closed on weekends). Only comment I can make is it would be nice if the pastries were labeled as well as show the price, but this isn't stopping me from coming back! The prices are reasonable. Accessibility: It isn't wheelchair accessible (a couple steps to get into the bakery), though it is spacious when you get in. For those who are hearing impaired, I didn't have a problem. Parking: free on-street read more

Amaranth Bakery & Cafe - Bakeries Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Super cute on the inside with more seating that I imagined! Went at 10am on a Saturday and they still had plenty of baked goods. I love Kouign Ammans and get them every place that sells them. These were small but on point. Crunchy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Flavor was great. Also tried a lemon blueberry scone. Could tell they were very homemade and moist too! Flavor wasn't as I expected but pretty good. Will definitely come back to try their cinnamon pull apart and their pecan roll! They have tables outside with a small garden and it was very relaxing. read more

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Top 5 places to go in milwaukee for great cafe vibes!! A place that focuses on healthy, doesn't upset your stomach food options including rotating high quality soups, breads, sandwiches, salads, bakery goodies, you can't ask for a better place to go to! Must try the high quality bowl of soup with a side of bread and a sweet and savory morning bun for later! To add, the owner is so nice and friendly and overall great service and atmosphere!! 5/5 read more

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Delicious breads and scones. There may be a little bit of a wait, but it's worth it. Great value on breads and scones. I bought one of each, and the price was just right, the flavor perfect. This place is a little out of the way for me, but will be a spot I visit when I'm in the area. You must give this place a try read more

Amaranth Bakery & Cafe - menu on chalkboard - Bakeries Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

What to say that would even do justice to this Milwaukee hidden gem!? Located on a forgotten little stretch of Lisbon, it is easy to pass by unnoticed - don't make that mistake! If you want to feel like you are in a welcoming little café in France, enjoying mouth-watering specialties, you need to check out Amaranth. You can taste the difference in every morsel, clearly made with love. Every soup, salad, and sandwich is sure to be the best you've ever had! I personally LOVE the savory gallettes (not sure I spelled that right). I like that they are more dense (more bread like than flakey) and just right in every way. And don't forget about the dessert- oh my God so good. Who needs a trip to France when you have this adorable place with fantastic food right in your own backyard. read more

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I moved to Milwaukee a year ago, and have been searching for rugelach the entire time. I finally found it at Amaranth! I will definitely be back! read more

Amaranth Bakery & Cafe - Cinnamon rugelach! - Bakeries Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

3/9/23. Thought I sent this!!! Beautiful service and good!! This is my Birthday and I wanted to try something different!! A small place with good food and desert what else can you ask for. The prices are perfect for what you receive. I will be back!!! read more

Fantastic cafe! Very unique and fun flavor combinations when it comes to the food and pastries. Wonderful ambiance. It's the place to go for relaxed and tasty weekend morning coffee. It seems to have many regulars, which is definitely a good sign. read more

Amaranth Bakery & Cafe - Cinnamon morning bun and brioche with pesto, eggplant, red bell pepper and cheese - Bakeries Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

I love their baked goods. Everything taste sooooo good! I'm just confused with their hours. I'll drive over next week and see about their hours. read more

Such a gem with a cozy charming atmosphere and a lovely assortment of baked goods! Came on a Friday morning, there were plenty of people coming and going but it was never hectic or noisy like some cafes can be. There are a good amount of seats and tables available inside and it seems like the perfect spot to enjoy a book and some coffee. We did not get to stay though, we picked up pastries to go which was efficient as we were able to park on the street right in front. Service was fast and friendly. I thought they would have limited selections but they had plenty of varieties of cookies, scones, fruit tarts, croissants, rolls, etc. Tried several of them and everything was really good. Would highly recommend the pear almond tart. Everything on display looked delicious though and I will definitely be back to try more! read more

Amaranth Bakery & Cafe - Various fruit almond tarts - Bakeries Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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Even in the pandemic, Amaranth is churning out AH MAZ ING goods. Thankful for the delicious ways to consume carbs!! Recently went back for croissants which they had already sold out of (we gotta beat those early birds next time!) but left with a baguette and this delicious caramelized onion + fennel bread. It wasn't what we went for but boy am I glad we got some. It was savory with a hint of sweetness from the onion, salty but not overly so, great tooth on the bread. I don't know if it's a regular offering but I will for get that every time I go back now. Haven't tried anything that I haven't been 200% in love with. So, even if Amaranth is out of something, be open-minded and try something new! read more

Amaranth Bakery & Cafe - Baguette, caramelized shallot + fennel + sea salt bread - Bakeries Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

This is a great place to stop for a fantastic cup of coffee, tea and a taste of their delicious baked goods. The ambiance is relaxed and the staff is super friendly! read more

Amazing service, adorable indoor seating area, fresh bakery available! Check out the outdoor patio and garden! We ordered a scallion bread loaf, blueberry lemon scone, and coffee. The scone was flavorful and not dry! We devoured all the food! read more

Amaranth Bakery & Cafe - Scallion bread, blueberry lemon scone, coffee - Bakeries Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

An adorable and friendly bakery with high quality pastries! We came around 8am on an Friday and it definitely seemed like a go to spot for locals. The man at the counter, who I believe was the owner, was very friendly and helpful. Plenty of pastries in the early AM but for sure, they will sell out quickly for how delicious they are. We loved the pear and almond tart which had the perfect sweetness and bite. The pecan brioche bun also wasn't overly sweet and was soft and fluffy. A unique twist to your typical denser pecan buns. A great local find that had a cozy, family feel! read more

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We were in Milwaukee for some antiquing and stopped in for lunch(knowing it would be nothing short of, Awesome!) From the soup to the savory galette it was just fantastic We bought some tart cherry galettes to eat later and wished we had gotten two more If you enjoy a culinary explosion of tastes when eating you MUST stop here to eat! The bakery is a quaint little gem in a big city:) ... and the owner's friendliness and cheerfulness makes this place so amazing read more

For reasons I never can rationalize or explain, I really love the Washington park neighborhood from like the area around Washington park and the library on down. Friends who live or grew up in the city always tell me no..you can't live there, its a bad neighbor hood, blah blah blah. Nonetheless, I take lisbon/walnut street on my way back to the east side because theres just something I love about that area. Soooo..imagine my surprise when I find out theres a coffee house enroute! Cute, but more in an art deco/arts and crafts sorta way without trying too hard. The coffee was good and reasonably priced. I didn't get any baked goods but the case was full of yummy looking treats as well as a lunch menu. (The soup sounded really good) Next to the building was a little patio with outdoor tables and a community/urban garden. Cute! Going to try to make this my routine morning work coffee stop. read more

Amaranth Bakery & Cafe - View out the window - Bakeries Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Stopped in this morning on a whim and ordered two cafe au laits and an assortment of pastries - a peanut butter cookie, a kouign aman, a cranberry scone and a savory brioche topped with potato slices, shallots and gorgonzola. The brioche, a bit like a fancy pizza, was excellent. Apparently they have different flavors rotating daily. The cookie and scone were sizable and delicious. Small and somewhat burnt, the kouign aman left a little to be desired. But it was the last one in the case and otherwise satisfied my craving for this difficult-to-spell dessert, so no real complaints here. As for the atmosphere, it's nice and bright inside and the staff are super friendly. We nabbed a spot in the window at one of their beautiful marble-topped tables and enjoyed people watching and talking. Overall, this is a sweet little spot in Walnut Hill and I'll definitely be back! read more

Cute and cozy vibe to kill early morning. My tea was great but it was served in a drinking glass which was very hot and I had to wait quite a while to drink out of it! The staff/ owner was very nice we didn't know it closed early afternoon but they didn't kick us out and were very polite! Overall great experience! read more

LOVE this place. The owner clearly has a passion for his business and for supporting the local community. The inside is small and cozy and the quintessential neighborhood bakery. Lots of community projects are highlighted up on the walls of the place and quite often I see teachers and students meeting for discussion. Onto the food. The seeded ciabatta is worth the drive alone. The perfect blend of crispy crust and chewy doughy inside. It normally sells out early in the morning so i've found calling ahead so they put a loaf aside is the safest bet. They also have great rotating specials, like chicken pot pie, and lots of great soups. Everything ive every gotten has been awesome and you can tell made with a lot of love. FYI- they also do bike perks (free cup of coffee). Definitely check this place out and tell everyone you know. read more

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Yes..... oh yes! What more do you want? Its a bakery without the glitz and glam There isnt a lot of promotion or advertising. However the yelps are at a solid 5 and the food is great. This proves that you don't need to conform to what everyone else thinks that you should in order to be great. Good food and great personality wins every time. I stopped in before work early one morning. I almost missed it, i was wondering where it was at. Its on the corner of 33rd and Lisbon. Its next door to or attached to a youth art studio. It smelled god like at the front door. I grabbed a couple of Frisbee sized cookies. Oh or are they good. I am dusting crumbs off as i type this to be exact. I buy into the philosophy of the business. Locally sourced ingredients are what they pride themselves on as well as fair trade and what you see is what you get. Its small and intimate, the foods are all made daily and in house by the husband and wife duo. I would like to try something different, the menu changes daily. So for me it will be the luck of the dice. I would go back now if i could, but i cant, so i wont. But hey maybe you can go. Right now as long as its within the business hours. You wont be disappointing. read more

Amaranth Bakery & Cafe - Bakeries Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

THIS PLACE IS AMAZING! I love the vibe--the down-to-earth feel, the cozy cafe atmosphere, the friendly and dedicated staff, and the consistent quality of their amazing food! The owner is happy to walk you through today's menu, bread, and baked goods. If it's your first time, he is gracious enough to give you a little background on the bakery and what they offer. A tip: They close at 2pm, they aren't open Mondays and if you plan on going for lunch then the earlier the better if you want the most selection to choose from. They tend to sell out around 1/after 1. However, one time I went around 1:30pm and they were out of everything but a deli salad. Even though it was all they had left, it was delicious, flavorful and filling. Some of the items I have tried so far include soups, sandwiches, mochas, savory brioche, sweet brioche, rolls, their Kouign‑amann, a brownie, and their cold deli salads. When I order soup, I always order a bowl rather than a cup, especially if it's to-go. I typically can only eat half of my bowl sized container of soup (the soups are filling) but these are the kind of leftovers you look forward to. I often pair my soup with a savory brioche and can comment that they have all been exceptional. I've tried one with nuts, sage, mushrooms, and parmesan (I think), I've tried a butternut squash, a pumpkin, and even one with gorgonzola cheese even though I absolutely HATE gorgonzola. I told myself if there was ever a time I might like gorgonzola cheese on/in something, I bet it would most likely be from this place....and sure enough, it was good. This place is that great! While literally each and every item I have tried here has been incredible, I wanted to share some examples: -The shrimp curry soup: OMG, delicious! I loved the intensely aromatic flavor of this soup. The curry wasn't spicy but extremely flavorful, savory, and delectable. If you haven't tried it and enjoy curry, I highly suggest ordering it! -kale, potato, and sausage soup: This soup was creamy, extremely flavorful, hearty and filling. YUM! Kouign‑amann: This tiny, round and flaky sweet pastry thing was soooooooo good and so addicting (of course, with layers of sugar and butter baked in) - be careful! It pairs exceptionally well with a large Mocha in the morning. I hope this review helps. Seriously, if you haven't tried this place yet, you should go....right now! NO SERIOUSLY, GO! :) read more

This is a fantastic bakery and my new favorite place. Everything was fresh, delicious, and high quality. I can't wait to go back.

The local food folk told us that this bakery was the best in Milwaukee, and gosh -- they were right! Everything is fresh and delectable. I know this because I tried it all: door cherry tart and hazelnut cherry scone and a cheese, tomato and pesto tart and two types of rugelach. The crusts were flakey and the flavors were bright and it was really, really hard to stop eating. Also noteworthy is the tabal chocolate, ground and roasted upstairs and sourced bean-to-bar from farmer cooperatives in Peru, Bolivia, and Costa Rica. (Why do I know this? The chocolatier was there, and he have us a taste of all of the samples. So, so good!) Most important, though, is the way in which this place is a bit of a community gem. Dave is super friendly and seems like the sort of person who knows everybody and has lots of stories to share. If you're new to Milwaukee, this is definitely a good place meet some of the city's most fun folks! read more

Amaranth Bakery & Cafe - Just one of the pastry cases at Amaranth Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

I spent my last few moments on a quick trip to Milwaukee at Amaranth Bakery and had a tinge of regret that I couldn't stay longer. It's the kind of place where I wish I could become a regular. In that brief stay, I saw some outstanding service and everyone was made to feel at home. People of all shapes, sizes and ages. That's so wonderful to see. Many happy returns, I wish you continued success and would recommend this to anyone. Such delicious treats and throw in delicious and local Anodyne coffee just to tie everything together. read more

Making breakfast sexy for lovely Milwaukee... Let's set the mood shall we? Floor to ceiling windows Plenty of daylight streaming in(afternoon delight?) Window seating (if you're lucky) Sticky buns. Oh yeah, sticky buns....... A day trip to good old Milwaukee is never complete without putting something tasty in your mouth, and this day trip was no exception. Amaranth really dangled the bait in front of me with the Pecan Sticky Bun. I mean pecans(everyone likes nuts), sticky(all good things in life end up sticky), buns(no explanation necessary). No brainer, I'll have 6 please. Anodyne tea with no sugar to round it out, I would gladly get busy with this cafe again, if only it were closer so we could do the deed more often... read more

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Holy crap, guys. So robustious. Robustness. Robustitude. Some ancient sorcery must be afoot. No mortal man, using only Earth-bound powers, could summon such robust scents that saturate this sanctuary of sweet & savory salads, sandwiches, & soups. My god the soups. These flavors can only be conjured through haunting incantations that resonate from the depths of a black forest on a moonless night. Tall, shadowless figures surround a bubbling cauldron. Limbs & fingers pass over the brew, outstretched, skinny, and gnarled like the branches of a leafless tree. The broth thickens as steam rises from a dark mixture. Pulsing, orange coals caress the pot's base. It is the sliver of a crescent moon hovering over the dank forest floor. As dark forces rise, all the creatures of the wood are silenced. Only the bubbling broth & the crackling coals can be heard between each incantation. They chant. Sample the creation wrought by the forgotten chants of our ancestors. Give thanks. Raise your Anodyne coffee to our bright pale moon & praise these ancient ethereal forces. For it is only through them that so many flavors & so much depth could be packed into every ceremonially assembled dish. You may simply stop for breakfast or lunch. But when you consume the complex constructions from the kitchen of Amaranth, your senses will be possessed by a legion of spirits, phantoms, and demons. They frolic & masquerade in your nervous system & leave you dazzled. You'll identify a multitude of Earthly flavors. Yet, even the most sophisticated palate will gape cluelessly. Thank the friendly folks behind the counter for engaging the eternal crafts & the ancient arts. Give them some extra tip for risking annihilation every morning when they pull these other worldly flavors into our dimension through the portal in Amaranth's kitchen. read more

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I must review before I forget how awesome the bakery tastes. The night before I visited, I had a dream I was eating a cinnamon roll. So, as you can imagine, the morning bun was a perfect choice. It was slightly crisp on the outside with soft, buttery inside and a copious sprinkling of cinnamon sugar. They have Anodyne coffee. In my book, any coffee shop who has Anodyne's house blend gets an extra star. It's just that good. I'm not sure if I would chill out here. Maybe during the summer when I can sit outside. They have a bike rack so I'll have to ride over sometime. read more

A slice of sunshine in the Milwaukee area! Personable staff, excellent pastries, and a good cup of coffee. Chat with the barista, buy the morning bun, and enjoy this lovely little cafe! read more

The sweet goodness of the freshly made apple turnover tickles the taste buds. The cinnemon enhanced apple slices, the buttery and flaky crust blanket the bed of this morning treat. More homemade pastries are including caramelized insanely flaky and flavorful sugar something-a-rather percolates the senses accompanied with a choice of fresh brewed coffees, teas and hot chocolate. You won't be disappointed but you will Be tempted to break whatever diet you set out to follow this new year and what a great place to break that promise because although the calories may exceed your eating points for the day you will not walk away disappointed but you will find the aroma of this colossal bakery contained in its tiny box is a treasure and a seed of what should be coming to this Milwaukee neighborhood. So start your morning with the breakfast of artisan champions and feed your hunger. You can always start your resolution over tomorrow. read more

Amaranth Bakery & Cafe - Bakeries Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Found this nearby my office looking for some healthy lunch alternatives. It's such an unassuming little place but filled with personality and flavor. I grabbed a salad/soup combo and was delightfully surprised. I had a thai peanut noodle salad. Vegetarian, not spicey and dressed nicely. The soup was New England style with seafood. This is sooooo homemade it's ridiculous, right down to the broth. It had chunks of potato and carrot. Just packed with flavor. I want to return to get some baked goods. The croissants looked fabulous. I highly recommend this place. If you're not necessarily in the neighborhood and feel adventurous, check them out. You'll probably find yourself calculating your return. Enjoy! read more

Fantastic spot. We stopped in on a rainy Saturday for savory brioche and coffee, ended up with a ginger cookie and a oatmeal pecan chocolate chip cookie... soooo good. Amazing garden (though we didn't get to sit out there) and great atmosphere. As our (hopefully) future neighborhood home, we'll be here all the time. read more

Lovely, homey, neighborhood meeting place with great coffee and amazing Pastries, cookies and baked goods. local ownership that is committed to being a vital part of the local area a plus. Treat yourself. Top notch choice. read more

We have only tried the raspberry thumbprints, but they are divine. My 7-year old would like to say:worlds best cookie

My first visit to Amaranth was awesome--wide variety of people here and very friendly service. Each day seems to have a couple specials including 2-3 sandwich options, quiche options, soup options, and salad options. I went there half sandwich and soup route. Everything is made already so you get your food super quickly! read more

Amaranth Bakery & Cafe - Roasted veggie sandwich with curry shrimp soup - Bakeries Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

A quaint little cafe that packs a Parisian punch. Their soup is fabulous (I tried an unforgettable fish chowder), and their pastry is spot-on. Best kouign-amann I've had outside of Paris. Can't wait to come back. read more

Amaranth Bakery & Cafe - Galette, kouign-amann, apple turnover, and morning bun (clockwise from upper left) - Bakeries Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

I wanted to do something special for my 300th review, and given my sweet tooth I had to go to Milwaukee's only five star bakery. Every star that Amaranth has earned thus far is well deserved. This place is amazing. It's totally Milwaukee. I feel that most neighborhoods in the city have a place like this that totally flies by and stays off the radar except to a special few who live nearby or stop in by accident. This place isn't in a trendy neighborhood. This place isn't on a block that's trying to have some artsy revival. This is a business obviously content in doing their own thing, and their thing is providing some of the finest bakery that has ever graced this sweet tooth. I walked into the seemingly unassuming, yet colorful cafe for a late breakfast with the little tyke. The vibe is very much like one of the small cafes you might find a little bit closer to the lake, but definitely more of a neighborhood vibe as friendly locals mix in with business type folks who stop in for lunch or before going downtown. The walls are filled with art pieces, some of which might have came home with me if I wasn't watching the spending. This place is cozy and beautiful. There's a friendly man working up front, and I could see two workers in the back hard at work, getting ready for the lunch rush. I glanced over the small menu and decided to have a spinach and cheese quiche. The spinach tastes fresh, the cheese tasted amazing and the crust was perfectly buttery and flaky. Incredible. Paired up with a mocha, this was a damn good breakfast. I followed up with a couple of Kouign Amann's for my daughter and I, and I'm proud to say I've finally found the holy grail of Milwaukee bakery. The perfect mix of sweet, caramelized sugar that crusts on the outside with a soft, buttery inside. This is the piece of bakery I want to buy for everyone I know. If they could make me a Kouign Amann birthday cake, I would gladly pay top dollar. I left with a pecan roll for my wife, but it smelled so good it never made it out of the car. Yes, this place had me eating two pieces of bakery within an hour while on a diet. Maybe I'll jog the 6 and a half miles it takes me to get here next time so I can sample even more bakery. read more

The only thing wrong with this joint is that they aren't open 24 - 7. I like to stop in early on my way to work... There isn't a morsel that won't send you over the moon but my favorites are for sure the croissants (once you have theirs all others with fail in comparison). Make sure you get a Ham & Gruyere. Out of this world and if they have Apple Fritters consider it your lucky day and buy them all. Every.Last.One. read more

The service is marvelous. The owner and the staff people are engaging and responsive to the needs of their patrons. However, I had high expectations for the food but was disappointed when I bit into my sandwich and ate my soup. This place isn't a bad, but to me, the food Isn't 5-star quality. The coffee, however, was unique and I loved it. It was very flavorful. read more

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The staff are super sweet and very gracious (especially the young lady at the front desk who takes your order.) The ambiance is casual and cozy. The potato leek soup is really good, so is the coffee. The sandwich we chose was not that good though (harissa turkey) and the size of the individual sandwhich portions were inconsistent. The bakery items we picked (desserts) were delicious. Overall, I would recommend the baked goods, maybe skip the sandwiches *or at least the turkey harissa. read more

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