This cool spot in Walker's Point is perfect for hanging with friends or when you need a mid-night rest spot. There's a variety of seating, games, hookahs, cafe (w/ coffee, alcoholic beverages, tea, and food). We ordered a Mocha Latte and pour over coffee. I am very particular about my coffee, and this spot held up. I wouldn't definitely come back to work one day. read more

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My husband heard about this place and was excited to bring me to check it out. We had a full day planned 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! read more

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

Dream Lab - Delicious spiked coffee drink - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Fantastic coffee, slow but efficient and kind service. Decent amount of seating. I haven't tried any goodies and I don't do hookah but those that had it around me seemed pleased. I'll be back 100% read more

It was a nice stop. The place looks amazing. The owners are great. The guests were all professionals and polite. The music level was calm and relaxing. Amazing playlists. The pizza was a microwaveable but it hit the spot. $40 including a tip for 2 beers pizza and a hookah. I'm glad and will be back next time I'm in town. read more

Dream Lab - Amazing design and feel here. I can't wait to enjoy the experience. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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Cool spot! Fun combo of art and coffee with retail (metaphysical products and plants). Super creative space. The owner was our barista and was very nice and helped my husband customize his drink to his liking. I'd go back for sure! read more

Dream Lab - Some of the retail items. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Dream Lab is such a unique and refreshing space in Milwaukee. My husband and I had the pleasure of chatting with Shawn, the owner and creative mastermind behind this awesome space. DreamLab is super inviting, and the love for other creatives is evident as soon as you walk in. He carries intention candles, oils, jewelry, crystals and several other things you can purchase from local artists. DreamLab also has a bar so you can order lattes (try the signature latte, it's delicious!), order some craft beer, or grab some snacks (pizza & chips). We were welcomed and given a tour of the space when we dropped in on a regular weekday. Shawn's vision for the space is amazing, and his murals showcasing his talents are found throughout. I can't wait to drop in again, and I'm excited to support a local space that actually cares about serving the community it's in. #SupportLocal #SupportLocalArtists Looking to support local creatives and artists? Check out DreamLab. Looking for delicious lattes? Check out DreamLab. Looking for a place that carries craft beer from a local brewery? (VernacularBrewingCompany) Check out DreamLab. read more

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What a weird and wacky new neighbor. Unique place for a cup of coffee and a welcome addition to Walker's Point. Fear No Art! read more

Dream Lab - a large painting of a woman's face - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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Stopped in for an evening coffee and was not disappointed. The barista was super friendly and gave us a great recommendation for one of their specialty coffees, which was delicious. The artsy decor is really cool also. read more

Dream Lab - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

I can't believe that I let so much time pass before actually writing my review. DreamLab is quite the concept. It's a coffee bar and hookah lounge. The concept alone is fascinating. I loved the vibe of the place. The music was relaxing and allowed me to focus intensely. The place even offers some alcoholic beverages if you wanna have a little "it's 5 o'clock somewhere" sip. The place screams expression. There's art all over. My favorite piece has to be a gauche painting of Wednesday Adams. I highly recommend looking at that artwork. read more

Cozy and artsy coffee house with character in Walker's Point. We went to their grand opening on 1/27/18 and the place was inviting and welcoming right away. Have a coffee beverage or a chai, or a beer! Read, chat, paint...enjoy! The owner told us they plan to have an open space area for painting and related art projects. They have a selection of paintings on the wall that you can admire and/or purchase. Gender neutral restrooms, close to several bus lines, and just overall cool! This feels like a great addition to the neighborhood. Check it out! read more

Dream Lab - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

The service was amazing Gigi was the best and the coffee was good. They don't have soy milk but they have all of the almond and oat milk your heart could desire :). It's such a little chill spot, I will surely be back read more

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I like the vibe there & the Blue magic drink I have also returned for a tarot reading read more

Very cool place! Love that it's open late. Really great staff & beverages! Also, lots of interesting merchandise to look at like T-shirts, jewelry, etc. read more

Incredible space! Drinks are so delicious! My friend and I had the vanilla oat chai and it was so good! The service was so awesome! Made our hearts so happy to know something like this exist in Milwaukee read more

Dream Lab opened today (Jan 27, 2018) and is a great addition to Walker's Point. The concept is a combination of coffee house and art studio. You can just hang out and enjoy a beverage (they serve craft beers in addition to the usual coffee house fare), or you can pull out paint and brushes to create something amazing. There is a connected building at the rear which owner Shawn is converting to a larger studio space which will open in several months. The art hanging on the walls is all done by local artists (with two exceptions for the opening) and Dream Lab will hold weekly contests for the best art created here. (For example, there are markers available at the bar for people to doodle on their coffee cups, with each week's best doodle winning a free coffee.) Even the walls and ceiling are covered with artistic flourishes, further differentiating it from a typical coffee house. Large front windows (the space originally belonged to a barber shop) look out on National Avenue and Bradley Tech across the street, inspiring artists with a nice sample of Walker's Point local neighborhood flavor. A lot of effort has clearly been invested in Dream Lab. Whether you're a local artist, or just want to relax and observe the artistic process, Dream Lab is worth checking out. read more

Dream Lab - Chillin' at the Dream Lab. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Stumbled across this place as two out of towners looking to kill an hour and get a good cup of coffee. this place opens at four and looks to be way more than a coffee shop with cool art on the walls and illuminated cloud pieces floating near the ceiling. The coffee was great, the girl behind the counter friendly and helpful as we sought out good eating spots. I hope the community appreciates this unique spot read more

I love coming here ! Best place to relax and smoke. The owner is super nice and welcoming.

This place is very chill has good vibes. A great place to hang out. The art on the wall is cool. Just a nice place to come play some board games get some work done. read more

Hands down the best cup of nitro cold brew I have ever had!! And the owner was super friendly and the place had so much to look at! Amazing art!! read more

Great vibes, excellent coffee, craft beer, art supplies street art, hookah and now a patio!

I've only just discovered this place in the last few months. After my first visit fell in love with the place! Absolutely love coming in for a Craft beer, Coffee or hookah and getting some work done in as beautiful and creative a space as Dream Lab is. Very friendly staff and awesome atmosphere! If you love art, and supporting local artists definitely check this place out! Owner is a super awesome and nice guy. 10/10 give this place a shot maybe do a little art yourself, or doodle! read more

A great place to chill with coffee, beer, and a hookah. Everyone there is very welcoming and friendly, and the prices are extremely reasonable. I even bought a beautiful photo for my office. read more

Shawn (the owner) is so down-to-earth and laid back and it translates in the atmosphere of the place. My boyfriend and I frequent this spot. They offer a great variety of coffee and craft beer along with hookah. It's also a collaborative hub for promoting the arts and local artists, which I admire and think makes this "café" unique to most in the Milwaukee area. read more

Me and my friend wanted to try hookah for the first time and I am so glad that we went here for our first experience. The staff was so friendly and helpful- wanting us to have the best time as we could. The vibes are very chill and artistic, which is exactly what we were looking for! Will definitely be back- and if comes highly recommend from us :) read more

This place was so cool and had terrific service. They also had the cutest dog ever hanging out!

Love this place! Fun atmosphere and great staff. I came to hang out with friends the other night. There was an art show going on and my friends smoked hookah. They loved the place too! read more

Love hookah. And I love that this place kept it as a cafe and not a "lounge". It's refreshing to have a nice place to smoke and get some work done too! read more

Steral atmosphere and lighting, college dive hangout. I walked in and left. I'm not sure why people have rated it so highly.

My husband and I stopped here on a random Saturday and absolutely loved it! The art that fills the space is some of the best I've seen, and it's all local which is super cool. Sean, the owner, was welcoming and very easy to talk to. Hookah was great, the atmosphere was super chill. We will definitely be back again soon! read more

Super chill space to get work done and hookah. The hookah was great and the guy in charge knew what he was doing. Hookahs are usually a hit or miss, but this was definitely a hit. This will definitely be my new work spot. read more

This place is awesome! They have a good selection of craft beers and an amazing barista who can make some tasty coffee drinks. The owner is very personable and friendly and was really fun to talk with. Definitely a great place to relax with friends. read more

Dream Lab - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Great place for coffee, tea, and treats - hookah and beer if you're into that kind of thing. Relaxed environment and great staff. Nice artwork! read more

Love this place! Great atmosphere, drinks, and the owner is sexy is as hell. Come for the hookah and stay for the dog.

I came to Dream Lab for the first time ever on Thursday after being referred by a friend who is a frequent visitor. I can say with confidence that Dream Lab has quickly become one of my favorite local spots in Milwaukee. I have been back three times since Thursday because I have had such a great experience. Dream Lab has something for everyone, whether you are looking for coffee, drinks, hookah, local art or even a place to get some work done. As someone who is 21 months sober from alcohol I can say it is difficult at times to find places in the city that are very inclusive to non-alcohol drinkers and I am excited to share that the owner Shawn has created an environment where everyone can feel comfortable and can have a great time. I am absolutely going to be a regular here and cannot wait to share this hidden gem with my friends and coworkers. I would highly recommend everyone check out their signature Blue Magic coffee drink and also the seasonal Caramel Apple Cider! read more

My favorite cafe in Milwaukee. Good music, beer or coffee options, hookah and cool art.

Artwork around the place is very good, however, I believe the "dream" may be near ending and reality is setting in. Tried this place twice. First time it was empty so we pretty much left since we had no reason staying since it was awkward. 2nd time it was as if only the owner's friends were there, making it a very weird vibe...like why not just have them over your house if you are not going to cater customers. Owner needs to start trying before his "dream" becomes a nightmare! read more

Place is dope as hell! Hookah drinks coffee , art and art!! Come visit. This is a place to hang out and chill. Let your creative mind flow