Definitely a well known coffee shop. Colectivo coffee is good, but not my favorite in Milwaukee…read more It's just really hard to beat this location. I didn't take any photos inside this time but their patio is quite amazing. If you go in the weekends before noon, be prepared to wait awhile. There's just no getting around that unfortunately. Being right off Lincoln Memorial Drive and the Oak Leaf Trail, it's an amazing spot whether you drive, bike, or walk from wherever you're coming from. Parking is limited in their lot, but there's an additional free public parking lot across the street with plenty of availability. For non-coffee drinkers, there's a lot of great menu options for alternatives, as well as some solid food options.

Points wracked up enough to score me 2 free drinks today! Of coarse I went with my go to ice salted…read morecaramel latte half caf. It's a treat on its own I'm reminded because it dosnt really pair to well with anything on the menu with my personal experience. Today I do try the lemon lavender cookie. The cookie seemed to be a sugar cookie but the frosting on the inside is where there was the blend of lemon and lavender. It was such a pretty color and honestly a perfect consistency, almost like a firmer buttercream. The staff was different, but maybe I just haven't come on a weekend in the longest time. I snagged a parking spot on a Sunday which seems like a score. Nice atmosphere, kid friendly. For me it's my favorite location, but when it's warm out and you can be outside that's when it'll have to be 6/5 stars :)

Great spot near MSOE campus. Matcha was one of their house flavors, don't remember the exact name…read morebut 10/10. A unique twist on matcha. Staff was super friendly! Great spot to study.

Wow, this place is awesome! I LOVE the elevated experience Discourse is brewing. Their evolving…read moremenus guide our palettes through each carefully crafted cup. The variety of options made it easy to try something new and exciting! Catching the tail end of their cozy winter menu, I tried two specialty drinks. The first was called WHAT WINTER FORGOT, which included: ESPRESSO | CHAI | HONEY | CHOCOLATE CHIPOTLE CACAO BITTERS | AROMA OF WINTER RAS EL HANOUT | FLAMED ORANGE PEEL | OAT MILK served hot The second I tried cold and was called THE DUELIST An "Old Fashioned riff; but totally appropriate for 9am" with ESPRESSO ANGOSTURA HONEY | ANGOSTURA BITTERS | AMARENA CHERRY | ORANGE PEEL | MILK | CHOICE OF WHISKEY OR BRANDY ESSENCE served hot or iced What was the verdict? The drinks were absolutely divine! The flavor of each individual cup walked me through a flavor journey I wasn't even prepared for! And that flamed orange peel was the 'icing on the cake' for me. Overall, thanks he drink menu at Discourse coffee shop elevated the entire experience and made for a memorable visit. I can't wait to come back and try more now that the new menu is in full swing!

I came here, first time, on a whim since it's close to where I reside and I always walk by it…read more I was out and about earlier in the day and wanted to have a nice sit down meal for myself. I love sandwiches and knew I had to try the pastrami. It was fantastic. I've been trying to cut back on caffeine and I instead went with one of their refreshers on the menu. It was I believe and 'Blue and Grapefruit' - and that wasn't my favorite as someone who doesn't really care for grapefruit that much. I got it thinking it would be diluted a bit, SO, if you like grapefruit, I'm sure it's perfect for you. I also got a peanut butter oreo pie and wish I took a picture of it...but I devoured it too quick to even think about it. For me, that dessert was the definite highlight of the cafe. I'll definitely come back on more weekends when I have a craving for pastrami.

First time here. It was a cold morning, so I stopped in for a hot beverage and something to eat…read more Food: For not being a coffee shop, they have an extensive menu of hot and cold beverages. I ordered a London Fog Tea Latte, with a little lavender and a little vanilla, in a mug. The barista did a nice job and gave the tea a good long steep. It had excellent flavor, and the temperature was right (about 140°F). It would have been even better with a bit more foam on top. For bakery items, they had a big pile of large cookies (cowboy?), but not much else. The food menu is a little sparse but has some good options for breakfast or lunch sandwiches. I ordered a Cubano sandwich, which turned out to be an excellent choice. It came out hot, with nicely grilled bread and savory meats inside. The roasted pork was especially tender and flavorful. It came with a small container of slaw, which was a little uninspiring. Service: The person who took my order and made my drink did a nice job. She took her time and did a good job with the drink. I appreciated that they delivered both the drink and the food to the table. She was a bit soft-spoken and a little hard to hear with the music playing. Efficient, but not especially outgoing. Atmosphere: The space has a bit of an industrial minimalist feel. High ceilings with the mechanicals in plain sight, along with colorful paint and design elements. Seating can accommodate groups of different sizes, though there aren't too many spots ideal for couples. The space can be a bit echoey, and the volume of the music could make conversation challenging at times. It's a nice spot for groups to hang out, and there was a larger table where people were working and collaborating. A decent spot for hanging out at lunch or later in the afternoon.

I enjoyed the cozy and casual vibes, the service of the friendly barista and the good coffee here…read more I've followed this local independent micro coffee roaster on Instagram for a while. They took over the public cafe space at the Dubbel Dutch Hotel and partnered with Matilda, a local women owned and operated bakery that I like a lot! The latte was very smooth and rich. Personally I preferred stronger espresso, but I still enjoyed my cup here. The cold brew got a unique herbal and earthy taste and naturally sweet long lasting aftertaste - I thought some people would like the herbal part while others would avoid it. There's also a nice line of coffee beans from different countries and at different roast levels for purchase. The pastries were very good. Nice pairing with the coffee. Street parking is normally easy.

Lovely local coffee shop/pop up at the Dubbel Dutch hotel. Their caramel latte is delicious, and…read morethey usually have baked goods from another local vendor (Matilda). Great for sipping your beverage right there or to take it to go. Elegant and cozy ambiance. They are open from 7am to 2pm daily.

Dog-friendly tea and coffee house - takes me back to my UWM days!!…read more I had the white chocolate mint latte with pistachio milk. Heaven!!

Right on Brady St in downtown Milwaukee, this is the BEST spot to grab tea in the city. Black?…read moreGreen? White? Herbal? They have every kind of loose leaf you can ask for! Mostly sourced from Rishi, a local Milwaukee tea distributor. This spot marches to the beat of its own drum. Its mismatched furnishings and unique, energetic waitstaff are fitting for the east side. Whether working or having a conversation, there is no better spot for a cup of tea!

Wonderful place and delicious boba tea!…read more Great service, ambiance, and place to hang out!

Elite boba is can be a hit or a miss depending on the drink. Their strawberry matcha lattes are…read morealways a hit for me, but if I try to experiment, it can sometimes be a miss as their drink flavors aren't always consistent in quality. However they do have fast service which is great. There isn't much seating inside the cafe itself so this is definitely more of a take out place. I would still give this place a try as it does often help fix my boba cravings.

Love the walk up window on the sidewalk. I grabbed some coffee and went to sendiks for dessert…read more Gotta say the guy who helped me was funny and tired and personable and cracked me up. Good coffee. Great location.

I started stopping at Stone Creek when I was an adjunct professor at the Milwaukee Institute of Art…read moreand Design. Their coffee drinks and snacks are outstanding and the servers are friendly and efficient. We grind beans at home to make our coffee. And I fell in love with Stone Creek's roasted whole coffee beans when I would travel back and forth from Chicago. I do not get to Milwaukee as much anymore, so we subscribe to their coffee service and get a 5 pound bag of their Voyager roast every five weeks. SO good!!

Tried Roast for the first time and it was great. Had to go with the fan favorite vanilla bourbon…read morelatte (terrific!) but need to go back for that blueberry special! Cashier/ barista knowledgeable and helpful. Looked like a popular neighborhood spot as many tables occupied on a lovely Sunday morning.

Superb coffee shop in Riverwest! I went here to work and had uninterrupted WiFi connection, plenty…read moreof seating and chill indie music. Friendly staff and cool local crafts/souvenir for sale.

Best coffee shop for out of state roasters in the city. A relaxed bar environment to experiment…read morewith exotic coffee notes. Often just one highly trained barista is working the small shop. Don't expect the coffee to get to you fast but expect the quality to be high.

Stopped in one weekday morning for a hot beverage and some bakery. It's part of a larger building…read morewith large windows on the front. There are a couple of basic small café tables out front. Inside is a large space that is brightly lit through the plate glass windows. There are tables set up throughout, mainly for couples, but they could be combined for larger groups. There are also stools at the counter for seating. There wasn't anyone else in the place when I arrived, so it was very quiet. Got greeted by the friendly cashier/barista. I wanted to get a London Fog Tea Latte, but they were out of Earl Grey, so I ordered a Chai Latte instead. They didn't have a scone, but the cinnamon roll with icing looked pretty good too. Offered to warm it up, and I said definitely yes. It took a few minutes for the drink to be ready, which means they let the tea steep properly. When it got delivered to my table, I was pleasantly surprised by the latte art in the foam. I have never had a barista give me that special treatment and was thankful. The cinnamon roll was warm, gooey, and delicious. Definitely a place that I would return to.

My husband heard about this place and was excited to bring me to check it out. We had a full day…read moreplanned on a Saturday and it began around 2 pm with our first stop here at dream lab. We were greeted by Shawn, our barista who had friendly, chill vibes. We asked for his suggestions and ended up choosing the pistachio latte and the espresso drink. Shawn told us to find a seat, I was delighted to see there were tons of spots to choose from. We ended up sitting on the main floor at a very large wooden table that would be perfect for playing games with a large group of friends or family. Shawn promptly delivered our drinks and they were delicious. Besides the drinks, the music and ambience were great and we especially liked the gift area with art, t-shirts, books and more. The sign saying "you are f#ucking magick" resonated as we left in great moods ready to take on the day. We will be back soon!

Excellent atmosphere. Gorgeous art, great music and delightful drinks. This place was awesome and…read morecan't wait to go back. Also very comfy seating.