We loved this place. In town to visit friends and popped in to get some caffeine on the way out. It's in a good spot and easy to find. We ordered two lattes, which were both very nice. A little heavy on the foam maybe, but the coffee was really good. Had a couple of donuts which were very fresh and tasted great, too. The server was super nice and had the drinks out fast. The place is cute. Eclectic odds and ends are hanging around everywhere and the music was good. Liked it well enough to pick up a t-shirt too :-) Looking forward to our next visit! read more

A quaint and cozy coffee shop in the Bay View neighborhood. It's almost like stepping back in time, with some rustic bicycle decor, old bookshelves, crates, tables and comfy chairs to lounge. There is a little free library and boardgames you can play while you enjoy your coffee or sandwich. They use Anodyne beans for their coffee and they make simple, fresh sandwiches. I went with the Trike - Deli style chicken, pepper jack cheese, with a spicy aioli chipotle sauce on a ciabatta bun. Simple and delicious. Service was good as well. A nice homey cafe where you can post up and work, catch up with a friend or come alone and cozy up with a book for awhile. read more

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I always enjoy my dining experience at Sprocket Cafe. On my last visit I ordered Ham & Cheese on a warm toasted bagel. It was excellent. I paired it with locally sourced, Anodyne Coffee - another winner. I look forward to visiting again soon! read more

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Used to love this place but as I never see the owner anymore; things have gone down hill. I've heard other grumbling about this place online and was hoping it was outlier experiences but this morning let me down. I ordered my food and patiently waited. Then a couple minutes later, some guy comes in and prefers, is promptly served, and leaves with his order. While I'm still waiting. WTF. The last few times my wife has been she had said the service was lacking and even described one employee as disgruntled. Plus, on a more petty note, they used to carry voodoo chips but those are long gone too. Running out of reasons to support this place which sucks because I much prefer a local spot close to home. Going back won't be so enticing. read more

Cute small coffee shop. They have a special blend of coffee made by Anodyne. The baristas were nice and also offered recommendations. They have plenty of syrups to choose from and specials throughout the week. It was a little pricey as they charged 75 cents for each single pump of syrup and extra for ice as you can see from the receipt. It was still great coffee but just a little pricey. read more

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I live a few blocks away. Coffee and food are 10/10. Vibes are immaculate. Love the cake lady cake and jalapeño cheddar bagel is soooo good. That said, the service here is never great. Baristas almost always have negative energy and act irritated even when it's slow or no one else is in there. Basic requests like asking for no onion bc I have GERD and yet there's onion. Running out of ice frequently. Between all the cons, It's to the point where I don't go here even nearly as much and go the extra couple blocks down the road to Anodyne. Same coffee, better service. It's just a bummer because the actual atmosphere, food and drink are great. read more

Just love how cozy Sprocket cafe is! It's one of my favorite spots to come and work at on gloomy days. The cafe gives off such homey vibes. I'm not a huge coffee drinker so I usually stick to tea or some mixed drink but they do serve their own toast from Anodyne. If you're looking for a local spot that really knows their customers this might be the spot. And there's some variety of bagels, donuts, sandwiches and baked goods to choose from. The staff are incredibly kind. read more

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Small place but still great, I met my crochet club here and enjoyed my food and coffee while we chatted. It's a smaller cafe so it can hard to find seating if you're looking to be with a group but we were lucky. The atmosphere was cute and homey and I enjoyed the coffee there. I plan on coming back to check it out again soon! read more

Stopped by for a breakfast sandwich. I ended up ordering a plain bagel, cream cheese, capers, red onion, and boiled egg. This was so good, I wasn't sure how I felt about the capers, but they added the perfect bit of saltiness and the red onion added the perfect amount of crunch. Definitely one of the best bagel sandwiches I've ever had! I also ordered a lavender latte with oat milk - delicious! So smooth. I'd definitely come back here in a heart beat. Service was great and I love the vibes here. read more

Sprocket Cafe is a quaint, quirky little coffee shop on KK serving up coffee made with Anodyne beans. They also serve up cakes from The Cake Lady as well as a variety of sandwiches and breakfast/lunch bites. When I've gone, however, it was mainly for coffee, which as I mentioned is made with Anodyne beans and definitely solid. I like to enjoy my coffee in-house as their space is decorated with an eclectic variety of vintage items (including a black & white tube TV!). It truly is a charming little coffee shop. It is small, so might not be the best spot if you're wanting to have a somewhat confidential business meeting. It also probably wouldn't be the best spot for large groups looking to stay and sip. The service when I've been in is a skosh on the slower side, but it's a small spot and while I've been there, there was only one person working. So, if you're wanting quick in and out kind of coffee, probably not your spot. If, however, you're wanting to leisure over a cup of steaming Anodyne coffee in a delightful environment? Get to it! read more

Sprocket Cafe - Interior - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Decor was cool but service was ok. Seemed like an inconvenience to order and when we asked a question about flavors the barista didn't know what we were talking about. Got almond milk and it made the whole drink taste gross. Couldn't even finish the drink. read more

This cafe is a hidden gem and I wonder why I haven't found it sooner! If you're into the moody maximalism aesthetics, this place is it. It has a cozy atmosphere to it. Although very limited seating, it's still a nice and cute place to have a quick catch up sesh, or get some work done here. They also have free secondhand books up for grabs; a huge plus. We had their Eggs Sam bagels, caramel latte and mocha with a shot of espresso. Worth the $22 breakfast, in my opinion. Service was friendly and helpful, too! Definitely trying their pastry next, which looked delicious. read more

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This is my favorite little local coffee joint. They have a great vintage vibe with an awesome choice of hot drinks and it's a bonus that the cake lady has a different cake on offer there every weekend. They also do a free little library and you can donate some of your books back at them. Give 'em a try read more

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I came here for a quick bite and was pleasantly surprised! The sandwich I ordered was amazing! The bread is freshly baked at a local bakery. The outside had a nice toast and the inside was nice and light. The sriracha mayo had the perfect amount of kick to it. The onions and mixed greens on top were very fresh. The sliced chicken was very thing and only about 3-4 slices, so it should have a little more. The service was prompt and friendly. The atmosphere is a small coffee shop style. Looks like a great place to hang out! read more

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Haven't been here for a while - covid seriously cut into my coffee shop experiences! This is a great little coffee place, cozy, interesting and delich coffee and food! What better than a nice generous slice of "Cake Lady" cake and your favorite style of coffee?! I must admit that other than the cake, I have only ever had the bagel Sarnie with hummus, and cucumber - because I love it! It's fresh, crisp and tastes fab and healthy :) (Isn't that an oxymoron - fab and healthy??! Lol) Looking forward to actually sitting inside - eventually! read more

The cutest little coffee shop in Bay View! Be sure to specify if you want your coffee for here or to go, if you order it for here they give you your drink in a mug or glass. read more

This is a great little laid-back neighborhood coffee shop. The decor is mid-century disorganized. ;-) Random 1950's kitchen tables and chairs are the seating, as well as a well-worn couch. There are vintage bicycles, parts, and signs on the walls to add visual interest. The mugs are mismatched and interesting too. They have a partnership with Sprocket antique shops next door, so perhaps the decor will rotate (hint hint to owner). There are a few baked selections from East Side Overstock nibble on. And they have Gelato! Try the Affogato, a shot of espresso over a tiny scoop of vanilla, chocolate, or espresso flavor ice cream. Coming here feels more like visiting my grandma's kitchen than coming to a commercial establishment. And that's a good thing! Stop in for a quiet cup of joe! read more

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Love this place. I always get the iced latte with the coffee ice cubes and the bike club sandwich. They make them fresh to order and have this aoli sauce they use that I always make sure to get extra of! They also have bagel sandwiches, sweets, and a wide array of drinks and teas. read more

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I gotta adjust from 5 to 4 stars. I still love a LOT of things about Sprocket, and they've added beautiful cakes from The Cake Lady as well as some yummy sandwiches and snacks. They showed the World Cup on their black and white TV which is so rad. Unfortunately the one item that has frustrated me enough to change my rating is the lack of ice. At least 5 times in the last few months when I or my husband have visited to get an iced beverage, they've been out of ice. Once I can understand, not having coffee cubes I can understand, but how do you not have any ice at all? I drink iced coffee almost all year round so when that's not an option, it's really frustrating. I don't mean to be harsh, but that seriously needs to be straightened out. I've been walking/driving the extra few steps to other coffee shops because I can't reliably get an iced coffee at Sprocket. :( read more

Love this neighborhood gem, fantastic bagels and easy online ordering and a fun atmosphere. Highly recommend... especially on Fridays with cake on the menu read more

I didn't even know about this place until a fellow Yelper, Carrie G., mentioned this place was close to me. It happens to be right next to the antique shop by the same name on K.K. and Morgan. I have given up on our local Starbucks. I was pleasantly surprised by the drink choices and prices. $3.00 for a 16 oz. chai latte is amazing. My hubby and I also ordered the breakfast bagel which came with ham or turkey and a spiced mayo. It was pretty good. I recognized the barista as one of my Walgreen's customers. He is always friendly. I am so excited to find a new coffee place within a short walk from my house. Décor is cool. It's filled with antiques from next door. read more

Sprocket Cafe - Cute decor - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

many of my fans are constantly asking me "dara, where's the best place to find a nice cuppa joe and a toasty bagel!?!" and i reply with "oh jeez, do i have the place for you!!" i had a lovely experience at sprocket cafe. from the minute i parked in the right turn lane, i knew this place was going to be something special. the woman taking my order was so lovely and was extremely apologetic due to their lack of tomato (which would have put the sandwich from a 10 to a cool 12). i especially lost my mind when they said they had COFFEE ICE CUBES?!?!?! AYO!?!? i ordered the egg sandwich on a sesame bagel which consisted of some hard boiled eggs, cream cheese, capers and red onion on, you guessed it, a sesame bagel. first of all, the toast on that bagel was POIFECt. they have truly mastered the art of toasting. that bagel hit so hard. the rest of the sandwich was well balanced, however, i wish they cream-cheesed both sides of that magnificent bagel. sprocket cafe if you are reading this, i request more cream cheese. it also needed just a wee bit of salt on those cucumbers. a little twist from the salt grinder next to my table and i was good to go. i was also a big fan of the atmosphere. a great place to discuss the meaning of life. i personally was discussing some extremely important matters with my peers such as hot takes about food, and what the best pasta shape is (it's the short and fat rigatoni. obviously). in conclusion, i would highly recommend the sprocket cafe and i shall be back. read more

Cute shop, great ambiance and friendly service were definitely had at this little coffee shop. I also enjoyed a slice of fresh, tasty cake from The Cake Lady. The main gig though [ c o f f e e ] was rather disappointing. The cappuccino was declared not good and my chai latte was one of the worst I've had. I feel terrible saying so and I did drink it all since it wasn't too terrible tasting. I'm not nearly as picky as my cappuccino-loving boyfriend, I'm very forgiving actually, but my issues were that it was boiling hot (no reason to make drinks too hot to drink) and it had no chai flavor. So boiling hot steamed milk with perhaps a hint of chai. Eh. While this was my first try, it wasn't his and he said the last cappuccino he had there was also not very good. I'm sure their regular coffee drinks are just fine but I can't recommend a drink that uses the espresso machine/steamer. Worthy of a visit if you are in the neighborhood though! read more

Love this cafe!! It's our goto whenever possible. The coffee is fantastic and the donuts are amazing. So thankful for this locally owned coffee shop close to home. read more

Such a cute little cafe. The food was delicious. I ordered the turkey and swiss sandwich on a jalapeño and cheddar bagel. I also had the white hot chocolate with an apple strudel. I had to wait about 5 mins to order because there is only one person working behind the counter, but the customer service was excellent. I would definitely come back. read more

This is the cutest coffee shop, barista is super kind and will strike up a conversation with you about anything! My friend had decided to drag me here after school. After hearing a mouth full about it I had to stop by! They have cold brew, coffee, doughnuts, cookies, cakes! Just about anything you could imagine in a coffee shop. Not many tables, but mostly all the adults just stopped in for a coffee break and were on the way I had about 5$ to spend and out of that I got two donuts and still had change left over! Food is delicious, service is excellent, vibe is nice I totally reccomend stopping in read more

We had sandwiches, I had a veggie and my son had something like an italian and they were both on bagels that were surprisingly soft and chewy.Great little local spot, only drawback is that you may not get a seat for dine in as it is very small and I think only has two or three table. We were there on a Sunday at noon and did get a table. I will go back every chance I get. read more

What a wonderfully cute little coffee shop! Sprocket Cafe is an intimate little space that is a good choice for people who want to get away from some of the busier coffee shops on KK. They have a good selection of food options and coffee drinks that are really decently priced. Love the little outdoor seating tables, so when it is nice you can enjoy a cup of coffee with a buddy in the sunshine. read more

This place is really neat! My girlfriend and I stumbled in here on a lazy Saturday morning for a cup of coffee. The first thing you notice is the vintage items such as a TV that looks like it came from the 60s or 70s and still works. Basically has the feel of drinking coffee in someone's basement. Staff is friendly, vibe is incredibly mellow, and the coffee hits the spot. Highly recommended if you're in the area. read more

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This place is ticks all the boxes for me. Their staff is friendly, coffee is amazing (iced drinks use coffee ice cubes so they don't get watered down), and the bagel sandwiches are out of this world. I usually order the egg sandwich with capers. It's fantastic. read more

I love love love this place. Most affordable coffee shop I have ever been too. Great sandwiches great atmosphere and I LOVE the small details... their service counter has trinkets from the past and history embedded in the counter. Little retro seating areas... LARGEST BATHROOM in a coffee shop ever for whatever your heart desires... or handicapable people... please check this little Bayview gem out. read more

Sweet little place that has excellent drinks and a very simple but amazing toasted sandwich! We thoroughly enjoyed it!

I'm a huge Anodyne Coffee fan and love their iced mochas, but I found a new favorite at Sprocket. They use Anodyne coffee but instead of regular ice, they use coffee ice cubes! So as your ice melts, the flavor gets even better!!!! Very cute coffee shop that I will most likely frequent in Monday's as that days special is 3.00 16oz iced mochas read more

Always great to support your local businesses. My friend Laura and I enjoy the opportunity to walk our neighborhood for time to catch up, exercise and share a hot cup of coffee with a bite too eat. Great local place with punch card, double punch on Friday, plus eclectic setting. Fun to read the siigns and explore the place. Discount on travel mugs to be kind to the eartH. Dark or medium roast aLong with many specialty drinks. Bakery and sandwiches too. I chose Everything bagel with red onions, capers, subbed red pepper hummus for cream cheese and hard boiled egg very tasty Laura chose ham and cheese for her sandwich on a plain bagel. Delicious medium roast served I in real mugs a great place with friendly staff very customer service oriented. I look forward to returning soon. read more

This place is only a short walk from our home, so we wandered over a few weeks back. The ambiance was a little strange for me, but after talking with the guy working here, we found that the place is owned by the same people that run the adjacent antique store. That being said, the ambiance makes sense! The coffee was good, and it definitely feels good to support local business, instead of going to a politically charged mega-giant, like Starbucks! The guy was very friendly and welcomed us back after a short discussion. We'll stop back sometime soon! read more

Great little cafe! I found one tasty vegan item on the menu, a bagel, hummus and cucumber sandwich (I hope the bagel was vegan!) and had a nice cup of chai tea with almond milk, my boyfriend had an item that he thought was pretty good (I don't remember what it was). The decor and vibe are mostly what I like best about this place. The staff was friendly although he did have to ask me three times if I had wanted red onions on my sandwich, and he did get my boyfriend's Iced Mocha drink wrong, he made it hot. But so what? Vegans and weirdos like us are used to getting our orders wrong, we just have to wait until the rest of the world catches up to us. :) We noticed a stack of coloring books and word puzzle books on the counter so we played a word search game while there and it was fun! Anyway, stop in and give it a try, I hope they stay in business, I surely will go back now that I know it's here! read more

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Great cafe with cycling theme. Great and unique lunches and breakfasts with carefully engineered and crafted coffee drinks. read more

Sprocket Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

We got takeout and everyone's food was delicious! Great sandwiches, and drinks, fairly quick delivery, and reasonably priced. They even apologized for the "long wait" even though it wasn't long at all. Overall a good experience! read more

Great coffee, great sandwiches, if you can try the one called "el pavo" turkey sandwich it is DELICIOUS. Loved the decoration and the ambient. Went there with friends and we ended up staying for hours, felt very comfortable. The staff are really nice too. read more

Just had Sprocket for the first time. A delicious roast beef sandwich on a toasted everything bagel... It was wonderful! And a great value for the price. I've paid twice as much for very similar sandwiches. Also a perfect iced latte. read more