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    Orenda Cafe

    4.6 (174 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Carnitas con Huevos
    Carly S.

    I was very excited to try Orenda cafe for brunch on a Saturday afternoon. We were sat right away and ordered Bloody Marys, which are only $6 on Saturdays. The Bloody Mary was very flavorful and came with lots of delicious cheese. We ordered food right away because we were hungry, but unfortunately the food took a very long time to come out. When we finally got our food, the toast my breakfast came with was missing and I didn't get it until we were almost done with our meals, which was a bummer because it helped tie the breakfast together. The food was just okay. Our server was kind, but never apologized or checked in about the wait or forgetting the toast which I found a bit disappointing.

    No one seems to remember how to serve English tea.
    Rohan D.

    Beautiful breakfast place with some unique pancake and egg choices. Our server was excellent except she was the only one who could make drinks so she was also working the bar. Maybe the other two servers were too young. For some reason, although the food was promptly served, nice and hot, correctly, it took a long time to get the butter that my soft fluffy pancakes needed to be truly unhealthy for me. There are actually a lot of healthy choices here but I wasn't interested in that, healthy is how I eat breakfast at home. Good fresh hot coffee, bright and cheery atmosphere, better than the breakfast chains that are popping up everywhere.

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    Faith B.

    My friend and I had brunch at Orenda on a late Sunday morning. We entered to a mostly full house but we were seated fairly quickly. The space is pretty open and fairly plain decor, but it doesn't feel cold. There is a full bar at the front. The lack of soft furnishings does mean it's a loud room. Our server was very friendly and helpful with recommendations and tasting tips. She clearly knew the menu backwards and forwards. Food and drinks came out quickly. My Paloma was very good and was one of a long long list of fun brunch cocktail and mocktail options to choose from. It was also customizable right down to whether I wanted a salt, sugar or tajin rim. I had the vegetable cakes with scrambled eggs and avocado crema. I didn't quite know what to expect, but the cakes were extremely light and quite tasty. My friend fully enjoyed the pork belly in her serrano bowl and said it was among the best she'd had, although some of the other elements in it were not as good. Overall this was a great experience and I'm eager to go back and try more dishes and a garlic Mary. There are plenty of interesting options for carnivores and vegetarians alike.

    Brunch menu
    Kimberly B.

    Arrived on a Sunday mid morning for breakfast. I arrived first and was seated while I awaited my two guests. This was my 3rd time here. Greeted right away with friendly staff. I was able to order a beverage right away to sip. They have great bloody Mary's but I opted for a morning mule. I would recommend making a reservation even the day of if you are on a schedule. I saw you can make one easily on their site. It filled up quite quickly while we were there. The service was really great from start to finish. I had the chilaquiles with steak with verde sauce. You can get red but I loved the green and would get it again! The eggs and steak were cooked as ordered. Perfect! Also ordered were two breakfast bowls coming with pancakes on the side. There are many choices for the sides. The bowls were full of fresh produce, eggs and meat if you choose. All cooked perfectly and fresh to order. Your meal will come out hot as well. The space is friendly and comfortable. We sat right by the front window and we were quite warm. The space is also spotless, very clean and inviting. I would recommend this for anyone from family, friends, groups or a breakfast/brunch date. The menu is manageable not pages of variations. Every item is unique and there is something for everyone. I recommend this place to anyone traveling to MKE for brunch!

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    Greer J.

    I learned about Orenda Café due to a failed attempt to have breakfast at another apparently extremely popular extremely packed location. In contrast Orenda was perfect for the one-to-one brunch conversation that we wanted to have a more quiet intimate spot. In addition, they were able to accommodate my dietary restrictions of dairy, bread, and grains, and beans with sautéed vegetables and eggs, poached almost to perfection. I would definitely return for a small family breakfast or Sunday brunch with my spouse.

    Carnita Hash Bowl
    Kev M.

    What a great meal. The restaurant looks like it was recently remodeled and is very cute and clean inside. The service was fabulous they made us a fresh pot of coffee and kept our glasses filled. We had an amazing breakfast and enjoyed the views from the front booth. I had the Carnitas Hash Bowl and I was rewarded with incredibly tender and flavorful pork nestled in spinach and cauliflower with a radish garnish. The eggs were just perfect and brought the whole thing together. The meal was so hot I had to hold off a bit to eat it. Highly recommend you try this place out.

    Jaime M.

    I ate at Orenda Cafe today and it was wonderful! I built an omelet that came with toast and hashbrowns and my friend got a bowl. Their menu has traditional items and a ton of unique or good flavor-combo items; lots of healthier options, too, that aren't boring or plain It all looked so good and I can't wait to get back to try other things! The space was bright and spacious and the bathrooms were super clean, too (I always look at those...!). So easy to access off 94 and street parking right in front. You should totally try it if you're looking for something fresh or new!

    Orenda
    Steve B.

    Orenda Cafe never disappoints. Always great service with a smile. The food continues to be top tier.

    On the wall
    Jeff J.

    Fun place to get breakfast. The food was superb (lots of menu choices) and the service was excellent. I love places like this! Next time I'm in Milwaukee, I'll be eating here again!

    Bloody with this cool string cheese
    Patti C.

    I wish I could give this place more than 5 stars. Food was CRAZY GOOD. It truly was exceptional--you drive up and it has a small store front on a busy street--would never guess what we were in for. First, service was very good, ambiance is clean and neat--the way they cleaned the tables sooo thoroughly struck me --the menu has so many things that looked good but we settled on our choices and ordered--the food was a slam dunk. The salmon Benedict was off the chain. We all tried it and everyone raved. The omelette was top 5 I've ever had for sure. The chilaquiles were definitely the best I've ever had. In Milwaukee of all places!! This chef has skills--The food here is next level. A hidden gem for sure!!!

    Orenda breakfast bowl
    Melissa D.

    This is a hidden gem! I have to say this is my go to for breakfast. The food is amazing! I had a protein bowl the first time and also tried the corn beef and hash...O.M.G. so savory and the flavors are amazing! Kudos to the chef and the amazing menu! The ambiance is also A+

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    good portions. Amazing place to come eat!! came here a few times and will come back. LOVE IT

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    Food and coffee was delicious! Pulled pork Benedict and chilaquiles were amazing!! We will definitely will be back

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    The food and service were very good! I would recommend going here for breakfast. We had no problem finding parking.

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    This is a hidden brunch gem. The breakfast dishes are unique and delicious. was also easy to find something as a non egg eater.

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    This is my go to place when I go to the casino. Always good food. Attention to detail. Good cocktails!!!

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    Wide array of breakfast options. Friendly, knowledgeable foodstaff. Inviting local patrons.

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    Nice place in a good vibe neighborhood. Excellent food and service. Wish it was down the road from my place!

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    (19 reviews)

    East Town, Downtown

    Wow! This may be the best cocktail bar in the city. It is a full vibe that must be experienced…read more Craft cocktails in a charming, warm, inviting space similar to a Victorian era home back in the 1900s. Service is impeccable. They do a tremendous job of explaining the menu and food options in detail, and ensure you have a great experience from start to finish. The drinks? Nothing short of amazing. They vary the featured cocktails menu every 8 weeks, so most likely you'll get a different experience every time you go. However you can always get your classic cocktails like Margaritas, French 75 and Martinis. They also can do any drink NA which is the first of its kind in the US. They have an option called dealers choice, where you can pick the spirit and flavor profile of the drink you want: spicy, sour, floral, smoky etc. no limits! You write down on a card what you want and they craft you a cocktail based on your selections. They also offer a variety of food pairings to go along with the select, featured drink you order. We got spring rolls, a braised, pork infused doughnut, and an incredible bone broth that still has me in a tizzy. Fair warning: it's small and difficult to get a reservation - don't try your luck walking in, this place is a hot ticket and you won't be able to get in without a resy, which could be weeks or months out. This is a true gem of a cocktail bar, and is as good as anything you would find in New York or Chicago.

    We had a large group that had a reservation. It was super easy to make the reservation. Bills were…read moresplit up for us with no rigamorole. Great service. Great ambiance. Great drinks. It was a little pricey, but it's worth it for the thoughtfulness and creativity that goes into their fine-tuned menu. This is a great choice for a date night or a vibey night out with friends.

    Hill Valley Dairy - Bar view

    Hill Valley Dairy

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    Walker's Point

    Very friendly staff! I came in knowing nothing about cheese and the staff helped me pick the best…read moreboard. I tried black pepper cheddar, ancho chile & coffee alpine, and 7 year aged cheddar. All were delicious! I also got the rose (strawberry kiwi) sangria, which was also delicious. It was a great place and I'll definitely be back! I have a nut allergy and they were very accommodating!

    Date of visit: March 28, 2026…read more This was our second stop on a birthday date night and was a lovely little find! While the menu is limited and not cheap, staff were very friendly and walked us through everything before we selected a couple of things to try. Pretty much all of the cheeses and accoutrements were fantastic! One of the cheese on our plate was the espresso version of Bellavitano, which happens to be one of my favorites, so that was a nice little bonus for me. In addition to the board, we also went with the ricotta bites, which featured one sweet and one savory option, both of which we also really liked. The shop is cozy and if this was somewhere that I lived walking distance from, I could totally see myself coming here fairly regularly and having a little cheese and ambiance. During our time there we saw both couples on dates and old friends gathering for a drink and a nosh, all of which I found just wonderful. Really the only thing keeping this from a five star review was that the side items, such as the crackers were not plentiful enough for the cheese. I know that ratio can be hard to nail but it was not quite on the mark here, unfortunately. However, that would not be enough to prevent me from returning!

    Room Service

    Room Service

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    Bay View

    I need to prep this review that I was with a group of 9 adults--the reservation was only for 8 and…read morethey allowed us to squeeze in another and it was so kind that they let us get away with that. The reason I speak to the number of adults is because they were a bit inappropriate: they were very loud and I felt so bad because I have no doubt the group I was with disrupted the experience of other diners. I'm not a prude but even I was slightly embarrassed at times (I didn't know the group well and didn't anticipate the noise/volume). ANYWAY, I bring all that up because our server tolerated us and I was very grateful for him. Aside from being kind, he was very knowledgeable about trying/pairing items and making suggestions for us. The drinks were beautiful and the food was bright--fresh and flavorful. Bathrooms were spotless. I am looking forward to coming back on my own ;)

    Room Service is an elite Asian restaurant located in the Bayview neighborhood of Milwaukee. It is…read morequite a fancily decorated restaurant with the ambiance of a fine-dining establishment. Definitely perfect for a date night or if you're wanting nice dinner with friends. I got their One Night in Bangkok cocktail which was presented with an aromatic lemongrass cloud. For $18, it was alright and the drink is definitely more known for its presentation. For food, we got their Royal Flower Dumplings which were absolutely delicious, unique, and well seasoned. I also got their Chicken Ka Phrao which was quite nice. My friends also highly enjoyed all of the dishes they tried. Overall it is quite a nice restaurant and I will visit again to try their other items.

    Boone and Crockett - Negroni + Manhattan

    Boone and Crockett

    (223 reviews)

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    Harbor View

    Still a big fan of Boone and Crocket…read more I love the masterful mix of taxidermy and chandeliers. I love that they do game nights in style with a big screen and lots of energy. I love that I can slip into a dimly lit booth with my date and enjoy a exquisitely mixed cocktail and maybe even a game of cribbage by candlelight. I truly love it all. I love that they've expanded the food truck offerings and have a small food truck park on their property. You can order from Taco Moto (and maybe others as well, we're just partial to Taco Moto) right from a QR code at your table or booth and they'll text you when your food is ready (which you're welcome to enjoy in Boone & Crocket). It's truly a magical bar on the lakefront with, have I mentioned? Plenty of parking to boot. Get to it!

    Just visited for the first time with a friend for a few drinks on a Friday night. We were there…read morerelatively early so it wasn't crowded yet. I can see the appeal of the place. There are plenty of little nooks and corners to hang out in small or larger groups. I'm sure it's extra good in the warmer months. They have a big patio area. The cocktails on tap were excellent - well balanced and tasty. I tried the Manhattan and the Negroni. They were also pretty reasonable. Service was good. I could really do without all the dead creatures hung everywhere though. It's just not that cool in 2026, even in Wisconsin. Maybe show some respect for animals.

    Orenda Cafe - breakfast_brunch - Updated May 2026

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