An institution. The type of coffee shop every small town wishes it had - but rarely does. They do…read moreeverything right. Great brew. Remarkably strong food. In-house bakery. Lots of tables. And always friendly, high quality staff. What's more is that they embrace the role of community uniter, sponsoring countless community events, and hosting gatherings like the weekly community open mic night where musicians of all ilk are welcomed and appreciated. Oh and they also feature an adjacent, highly-curated fine wine and spirits shop, and an upstairs speakeasy to boot!

This place serves absolutely fantastic brownies plus they have great coffee, great service, and a…read morereally nice spot to hang out. It's airy and modern inside with lots of space for spreading out -- whether you're looking for a place to hang out with friends or work on your laptop.

Been to Lake Effect a number of times, and it's a consistently good spot. On this Saturday morning,…read morethey were super busy and the place was packed. We were a group of seven and were able to find a couple of tables to pull together. The staff have always been super nice and helpful. They make excellent tea lattes. I usually go with a London Fog, and they do a very nice job with it, even adding some latte art. If I could make one suggestion, it would be offering a 16 oz option. They currently have 12 oz mugs, and sometimes I'm just looking for a little more. A tiny issue. Thanks!

What a cute coffee shop! So many windows, greenery, and cozy decorations! This is definitely a spot…read moreI could hang out at for awhile. I just popped in for a to go coffee today but will definitely be back! Staff was super friendly and conversational! Amazing service- even though they were busy, my coffee was delicious and ready quickly! I had the butter pecan latte- so good!

I never even got to try the food. On the hospital website it says it is open until 6…read more Apparently, they close at 2. Those hours are posted nowhere. I had not eaten all day, and didn't get to the cafe until 2:15. I had to resort to getting something from the Farmer's Fridge. it wasn't that good.

Like most hospital cafeterias the best meal of the day is breakfast. This is a good choice if…read moreyou're stuck in the hospital though just down the road is an excellent breakfast place. The O & H bakery at 9540 South 27th Street (just south of Ryan Road) has wonderful fresh baked goods and breakfast sandwiches plus kringle if you need to get away from the hospital for a bit, but I just love hospital cafeterias. I know that sounds strange but growing up the only way I could see my father was to take my book bag on the bus to meet my father at one of the hospitals where he was on staff. I waited in hospital cafeterias where workers would feel sorry for me, help me with my homework and feed me. Hospital cafeterias are usually safe, clean places with kind workers and reasonable prices; this is a typical hospital cafeteria in that sense though smaller. The made to order hot breakfast is as good as area diners except for the nearby O&H Bakery. Free parking right in front, the cafeteria is on the first floor near the front of the hospital so you don't have to get lost deep in the bowels of the place.

Have been here several times over the last five years. It has always been good, and this last visit…read morewas no exception. It is located on the square in downtown East Troy. It is one of the vintage-looking buildings, painted blue with green striped awnings. It has great curb appeal and feels very welcoming. There are outside café tables and plenty of seating inside for different size groups. Not only are they a coffee house, but they serve a wide-ranging menu of foods, and there are grocery items you can purchase, including dairy, eggs, and meats. They also carry many other items that make great gifts. I got a very friendly greeting from the cashier. I ordered a London Fog Tea Latte (little lavender, little vanilla, and extra foam) in a mug. The blueberry scones looked amazing, so I got one of those as well. They make all their bakery on-site. Everything was excellent, with lots of microbubbles in the latte. Plenty of blueberries in the scone, and it had the right texture (dry and a little crumbly). I forgot to bring my book along, but they have a very eclectic selection, so I was able to peruse some titles I had not seen before. Overall, another great experience. One of my favorite places in Walworth County.

I had the biscuits and gravy at lunch and the service and the biscuits were wonderful. My wife had…read morethe peach pancakes with a similar experience. Will definitely stop by again!

The staff is super friendly. It is grab a table and order at the counter. They bring you your food…read moreand refill your coffee for you. There is water and cups at the counter for free water. I didn't even try the bakery items, I was so full, but, it all looked delicious! All of the food was really good. A little on the more pricey side, but worth it. There was so much on the plate. My only issue with the food was the toast was too lightly toasted and the coffee was a little bitter. But the brisket and other food was amazing! They do not have a kids menu but they will 1/2 orders of pancakes or a French toast order. The tables are small and the plates are huge. I would suggest trying to get a table on the wall if there are more than 3 people. It's small and tight but so worth the food.

An absolute gem tucked into the corner of an unassuming small retail plaza. I'd driven past it 25+…read moretimes without noticing it. But read a review on here and have been back many times for one of the best breakfasts you'll find in the area. Food: delicious, attentively looked after Staff: welcoming and sincere in ensuring you enjoy your meal Ambiance: once you get inside, it's the best version of a small, local breakfast spot you could hope for. Would recommend a rebrand though. The name is fine, but the minimalist black and white signage belies a colorful and ideal meal.

I love The National Cafe and Bakery for their breakfast options. I am not vegan, however my little…read moreone has a dairy and soy allergy (and an egg allergy that he has since outgrown) so that made eating out nearly impossible. The National Cafe and Bakery was able to accommodate without a problem--they don't use soybean oil or soy based butter in their vegan options. Most vegan options at restaurants are soy based so this was such a refreshing change. The vegan French toast is so good and hearty! I also love their baked goods and look forward to being able to enjoy a treat there. I hope they continue to to serve my neighborhood--I love the farm to table concept. 10/10. A Milwaukee staple on the Southside.

We came here on a Sunday morning, so it was fairly busy. They only have street parking and it can…read moreget a little complicated if you want to be really close to the restaurant. We ended up getting the full English breakfast, I had a London fog latte and my fiancée had a regular coffee. They do have oat milk and soy milk if you prefer that instead of regular milk in your coffee. The full English breakfast has baked beans, tomato, bacon, sausage, mushrooms, eggs and toast. I have had this numerous times here and it has always been my favorite! the baked beans are just a little sweet n tangy, the eggs are however you like them cooked, and the mushrooms at a bit of earthy flavor. If you have ever been to England, the only difference is there is no white or black sausage here. I don't exactly like it so I am glad the sausage here is more like a broiled regular one. The London fog here is the ONLY one I like in MKE! They always put just the right amount of vanilla syrup and milk in it. Most places end up making it super sweet but this place is PERFECT! I come here occasionally because it's also cute and we like to sit in the window and people watch. The service is great and you just order from your phone at the table you choose and pay using Apple Pay or a card.

Great visit here. Stopped on a weekday so there was plenty of room and we were seated quickly…read more My husband has preferences with his pancakes but really liked the blueberry multigrain pancake and compote with his breakfast. I loved the well-seasoned potatoes and multigrain toast with preserves. The coffee was okay but I really appreciated the take home cup offered. Good sized portions, too. We will definitely be back and will have to try one of the specials!

First Watch is a great place especially if you can decide between breakfast and lunch or have…read morepeople who don't like the traditional brunch options since they have such a large menu! Note they are usually busy but have a waitlist online. I love that they have fresh juices and I truly feel everything is priced very reasonable.

This is such a great spot to stop if you're wanting something fresh. I really wish we had more…read moreoptions like this in the area. It felt like I was transported to a health forward shop out west. The smoothies and fresh pressed juices are delicious and there's so many different to go food options. The staff members are super friendly and overall the space here is so zen. I definitely plan on stopping in again!

Jessica H is amazing! So personal, professional and passionate about what she does. Very…read moreknowledgeable, takes her time to make sure your skin is moisturized, cleansed, and in its best shape while she makes sure you are relaxed and comfortable. She does amazing with my teen daughter's skin as well as my "mature" skin. She makes every experience personal and perfect! Facility is very clean, calm and inviting. Highly recommend.