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    Grebe's Bakery

    4.2 (159 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    GREBE'S BAKERY ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Grebes famous cruller
    Abraham U.

    Want a nice morning treat and a small grocery store? Then grebes is for you. Established in the early 1900's by Grebe herself, this establishment represents the wisconsinite culture perfectly. Their cheeses shine like no other, but the bakery is the main attraction. Their donuts taste delicious and fresh, I would like to highlight their "Crullers" which is pretty much an old fashioned donut turned into a long John. Their prices are reasonable, with 5 donuts for 10$. At the checkout, all children are offered a free cookie of their choice, showing that hometown kindness that we could all use a little more of. On your next trip to west allis I whole heartedly recommend a trip to Grebes bakery!

    Butter jimmy cake
    Lindsey R.

    Grebe's is always such a good bakery! I got a surprise bag from GoodieBag and it was a whole jimmy cake!! The cake is so good!! A good buttercream frosting and the cake was so soft! We used the cake for celebrating one year in our new home and it was perfect! I love their donuts but first time trying one of their cakes and it did not disappoint. I saw one can custom order cakes too so definitely will keep in mind for future parties or celebrations!

    Chocolate Cheesecake Bismark
    Travis B.

    Chocolate Cheesecake Bismark: In 1937 Grebe's Bakery was born in Irene Grebe's home kitchen. In the 1950's Jim Sr. Gebe took over operations and began selling products to Milwaukee area supermarkets (which is how I conveniently picked up this doughnut). Although they are most known for their crullers, I like trying their rotating monthly bismark. A bismark is essentially a doughnut without a hole and filled with cream or fruit. Grebe's bismark of the month for April was the Chocolate Cheesecake. The doughnut is blanketed in powdered sugar and filled with a sweet chocolate cream cheese. Beginning with the good, the bismark's dough was fresh, pleasantly chewy, and had hints of buttery flavor. The surface was teeming in enough powdered sugar to make me look like Tony Montana after my first bite. Disappointingly, the filling negates all of that deliciousness like a worm hiding in an apple. Just like Grebe's Caramel Chocolate Cheesecake Bismark from last November, the filling is way too tangy. It's a big problem when the filling is tangier than an actual slice of cheesecake. You would think adding chocolate flavor to the cream cheese filling would have ameliorated the tanginess, but it was so overpowering I couldn't taste any chocolate. Grebes didn't skimp on the filling, but in this case that's not a good thing. I'm going to be blunt here, Grebe's cheesecake filling is a bit gross, and I challenge them to do better. You're representing MKE's doughnut scene, and I would be embarrassed to give this to a foodie tourist. I implore you to do some doughnut reconnaissance and check out the cheesecake filled doughnuts from your national competitor Pinkbox as their filling is phenomenal. I hope Grebe's continues to offer unique bismarks as Milwaukee is sorely missing a unique doughnut scene, but they clearly still need to experiment more with their cheesecake recipe. Avoid this one . *1.5-2 stars for this doughnut, but I've had some tasty doughnuts from Grebe's before, so 3 overall Doughboy_Food_Reviews My top doughnut shops: 1. Donut Bar (San Diego) 2. Everglazed (Disney Springs) 3. Pinkbox (Las Vegas)

    Jessica M.

    I almost always make it a habit to stop by a local, mom-and-pop type of bakery when we are on a road trip. This one has been family-owned since 1937. I stopped by around 2 PM on a Sunday and picked up a baker's dozen for $16.99 - Vanilla glazed yeast, chocolate glazed with custard, chocolate glazed with buttercream, blueberry glazed old fashion, old fashion, chocolate yeast donut with sprinkles, and sugar coated raspberry Bismarck. My favorite is the chocolate glazed with custard and I liked most of what I ordered except for two. I am generally a sucker for Bismarcks but I did not care for this raspberry one. The raspberry flavor was very subtle and the filling's texture was thin. The blueberry glazed old fashion was particularly greasy and the blueberry flavor was really lacking.

    Deli counter - hot ham
    Nic D.

    I'm not a big donut person but I get a craving every once in a while... when the craving hits, we hit up Grebe's! There is typically a line, especially on the weekends, but it moves fast. I have yet to try the ham but I will definitely get around to it. It's small inside, set up like a deli where you order at the counter. They have coffee, cooler drinks, and to-go bags of treats for sale as well. There are plenty of donuts to pick from and they all look terrific! I really wish the blueberry glaze was a blueberry cake donut instead, but it's close! My husband and son love the strawberry with sprinkles.

    Cinnamon Crunch Honeymooners, Glazed Chocolate Old Fashioned Doughnuts, & Iced Raspberry Filled Doughnuts
    Suzanne M.

    This morning, I had my second visit to Grebe's This time I went inside with my husband and the people behind the case are just lovely. The line moved very very quickly. The store is super clean and organized, and today we purchased a more diverse selection of doughnuts. We tried the chocolate caramel cheesecake Bismarck, and it is amazing. I don't think they make a doughnut that I can't love. Thank you, for a second lovely visit, Grebe's! The hot ham and rolls is still on my radar

    Dawn O.

    A sweet staple in the Milwaukee community for almost 100 years. Need bakery, food, cookies, donuts? They are known for their hot ham & roll deals. What goes together better than ham, rolls, treats & football during football season. The entrance is very inviting the smell of fresh bakery in the air. Inside the store is organized, clean & the staff was very quick & helpful. Our favorites were seasonal pumpkin spice and apple donuts. We will be back. Enjoy

    Linda B.

    I cannot find anything not to like about this place! It has been around since I can remember, and I am talking 70s. Everything is presented so well and everything is so fresh delicious! The variety is outstanding and there is always plenty of staff to accommodate the needs. I love the point system also.

    Good Cruller Nuggets and Cheese pockets.  Will be back!!

    Really delicious Cruller Nuggets and Cheese pockets and looking forward to trying the Streusel Danish I purchased too!!! Will definitely be back!

    Donuts
    Lisa M.

    This bakery has been a local staple since 1937! My mom and I stopped by and were in donut heaven!! Not only does this bakery sell tasty pastries, donuts, etc. but they also have a deli, cheeses, salads, etc. They have so much to offer and more! We obviously went for the donuts. My mom and I got a dozen and split them. Mine were filled and she got a few filled and raised donuts. The donuts are super fresh, moist and melt in your mouth. They were absolutely fantastic! We definitely enjoyed our donuts and would reccomend while in Milwaukee!

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    Fresh and delicious baked goods! Decent sandwiches and lunch items, too. Not much for ambiance, but it always smells delightful!

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    Best donuts and bakery and deli too and the people is friendly too you give a try I promise you will love it!

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    Great service Great food very accommodating staff highly recommend everything is always fresh

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    Amazing service and I could tell they put care into the treats, the sugar cookies were my favorite definitely recommended.

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    Good doughnuts and good bakery plus deli you try whenever you in the area i think it's the best in town!

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    The staff, the bakery, the efficiency of the wait line every thing went so smoothly. The Sunday ham was perfect!

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