50 Best Coffee Shops near Whitefish Bay

“I stopped in after running the Veteran’s Day 5K downtown, expecting to grab a quick coffee and head home — but this Stone Creek location completely surprised me in the best way.

I used to live on the East Side and thought I already knew Stone Creek well… but this Whitefish Bay café is on another level. The energy, the layout, the bakery selection, the buzz of people laughing and chatting — it felt like walking into a celebration of community.

My coffee was perfection. My food was unique and delicious. And the people-watching? Soul-filling. Every table had a story, and it was such a joy to slow down and take it all in.

Thank you, Stone Creek Coffee. The pleasure was all mine. ☕️💛“

“I am an introvert so never ever would I think that getting my coffee would be such a pleasant experience! Shout out to my AM coffee people for treating me like a valued customer everyday, for making my speciality drink without ever complaining, & for their incredible efficiency, smiling faces & conversation! Each one of them is a great human: Alexis, Edrick, Amaiah, Corrine, Cassidy, Catherine, Janie, Jaedyn, Nick L., Nick R., Dina, Ava, & Molly. And Rachel, their manager models these behaviors with high energy & positivity.

Starbucks please reward them as they are your ambassadors & the reason for my daily business that equates to $1,000 annually.“

“Picked up donuts for work they were fresh, tasty and good customer service from the employees.“

“They came to Myrtle Beach for the fall rally and let me tell you they were very excited 😊 they were so sweet and always had a smile on there faces I would tell everyone about them I hope to see them again in the spring for the rally those young men were very respectful and honest I love they way they carried there self you have so great people working for your company“

“A whole loaf! lol the food was phenomenal, and was very excited to see lumpia on the menu. 10/10 will be back.“

“I now come here almost daily. They have the best espresso in Milwaukee and I drink their Americano black. I changed it up today and got a pumpkin spice latte, and it came out SO PRETTY!

Lake Effect is separate from the church but they do partner with others in the community including a Macha pop up, and they even allowed me to do a little pop up to celebrate AAC awareness month!

I can't forget to mention their awesome bakery, with some muffins and cookies baked in house and their tasty treats from City Market and Carries Crispies!“

“You can tell that as much thought and care went into crafting the ambiance and space as there was in crafting the coffee. I've never been in a coffee shop as warm, inviting and cozy as this. Immediately upon entering there is a wheelchair lift to make the space accessible for everyone. The scent from the wood burning fire and various coffees is absolutely heavenly. This is someplace you'd like to settle into for the morning. If you're just passing through and loved their coffee, you can get it shipped to your house from their website at a very reasonable price.“

“I just enjoyed THE BEST grilled cheese of my life! 😍 Thank you for an amazing place to slow down for an hour. ❤️“

“Spending time at Discourse and trying their menu items puts me in my happy place!!! I love everything on their menu. So unique and takes on an adventure that leaves me smiling and in awe of the flavors and creativity! Thank you for always making my day!!!!“

“I come here all the time and both the drinks and the desserts are absolutely delectable fr. The price is also decent and it's a good place to study for students because it's open and has a student discount. Also the service is great“

“Stopped in Sunday morning to hang out and journal around 10 am and by the time I left at noon this place was thriving with groups and like minded solos working in a comfortable atmosphere. I ordered the hot latte with white chocolate and it was fantastic, served with nothing but smiles. I’m not someone who eats things that are on the sweet side but decided to indulge in the mini pancakes (crazy mix) and they were soooo good. I look forward to coming back. I also learned they are open late and as someone who doesn’t drink much I look forward to testing out the atmosphere in the evening sometime.“

“If a cup of coffee could flirt with your spirit, Discourse Coffee Workshop on Barkley in Milwaukee would be the one batting its lashes. I ordered the Flora and let me tell you — from the very moment my lips touched the cup, I knew I had stepped into another dimension.

This isn’t just espresso; it’s artistry.
It’s alchemy.
It’s what happens when coffee decides to put on a silk robe, light incense, and whisper poetry.

The first sip? Floral, creamy, soft — yet confident.

That oat milk-kissed espresso wrapped itself around my palate like a warm hug from the universe. The lavender honey syrup added a gentle sweetness, not loud or perfumey — just enough to let you know she’s divine. The rosewater? A subtle spiritual elevation. The candied lemon powder? A bright kiss on the finish. And the fleur de sel sealed it — a tiny spark that made every flavor stand at attention.

I tasted everything. Every intentional note. And with each sip, it only got better.

By the time I reached the bottom of the cup, I wasn't ready to say goodbye. This was easily the best espresso-based drink I’ve ever had. A soft, luxurious symphony in a cup — one that made me close my eyes and appreciate the moment every single time.

Discourse isn’t just serving coffee…
They’re serving portals, rituals, and revelations.

10/10 — Go treat your taste buds to something magical. ✨☕🌸“

“Great tasting Coffee Flight variety! Delicious & Fresh oatmeal, croissants & muffins.“

“Amazing spot for a chill laid back atmosphere with great music, coffee, and people!“

“Best coffee shop I've tried in Milwaukee, hands down. Good quality, good pricing, and great super-quick service. I've gotten in and out in less than a minute which is incredible. Dig it, will continue to be a return customer!“

“Amazing coffee, and amazing employees! Only coffee I drink! All of our customers now get recommended to check out the Grafton location! They all have had nothing but positive things to say and are grateful for the recommendations!“

“I recently discovered Rochambo, and everytime I've visited, Brian makes me the most delicious drink. He is always so bubbly and cheerful!“

“Run, don't walk! Go visit Stone Creek Coffee! Go for the coffee and atmosphere, stay for the FOOD MENU. I'm from out of town and had no particular expectations for this place... When I went up to order, my eyes wandered to the pastry case, then to the egg sandwich board, then to the yogurt bowls - and it just kept getting hotter along the way!! The offerings were creative, savory, sweet, healthy and fulfilling.... No regular breakfast sammie here: how about toasted bread with egg, butternut squash, brown sage butter sauce, and bacon crumbles?! mmm“

“Great drinks, great pastries, great service. Every. SingIe. Time. I sure do miss those weekend chorizo hand pies though!“

“Stopped in for a snack and coffee. The spot is a bit on the right side and people don't seem to be aware of anyone other than themselves. Fun on a knee scooter, I wouldn't recommend it. The coffees and bakery were all pretty good and I wouldn't have any co.plaints about that for sure. The staff was decent and seemed to be working at getting the orders out. It did seem that prices were high for what we got. $27 for a couple of bakery items and coffees.“

“shout out to mr walker..vliet location...for giving me water on those hot days delivering packages. thanks a bunch your fedex delivery lady“

“First time to their new location. Great food and atmosphere!“

“Excellent Italian apricot pastry and espresso.“

“Visiting from England there was only one brewery tour that we were definitely doing and it was the PBR one! The tour is really interesting, our guide at 12 on Friday the 16th of May (sorry I forgot your name) was awesome, was a knowledgeable machine when it came to PBR. Wonderful stories and plenty of beer, Jim the owner was a great guy too, not as great as his wife who managed to get the football (soccer) on tv so I could watch Aston Villa ✅ Absolutely awesome place, plenty of cool merch in the shop too.“

“shout out to mr walker..vliet location...for giving me water on those hot days delivering packages. thanks a bunch your fedex delivery lady“

“I have been to several other Stone Creek Coffee locations, but this was my first time at this one. It's on a busy street near the center of the Wauwatosa Village. It's a corner lot with an ample-sized parking lot. It has an urban chic design on the outside, with a patio out front. You can enter through the front by the patio or the side parking lot.

Came here Monday morning. There were already people relaxing at small tables or working on laptops. There are large windows that help bring in lots of natural light. Several different areas to sit at, depending on your need for quiet or a larger table. The order counter is up front, with lots of space for menus, bakery cases, and merchandise. The entire space has the typical upscale yet relaxed feel that you find at their other locations. Everything was neat, well organized, and clean.

Got a friendly greeting from the staff member. When I ordered my usual London Fog Tea Latte, I was immediately asked if I was looking for a Lavender London Fog, which I was. Added my usual instructions for a little vanilla, extra foam, and in a ceramic mug. They then even asked what shape mug I was looking for. That is the first time that I was offered a choice. Just another little tweak to make the experience better. I picked the latte cup (as opposed to the coffee one). (Thanks, Austin!) They usually carry a nice selection of bakery, and on this day they had the addition of a Sweet Potato Pecan Scone. So of course I had to try that.

They took time to properly steep the tea and did a nice job with the foam. The flavor and the texture were delicious. It was creamy all the way to the last sip. The temperature could have been a bit hotter. (It measured 123F, and my preference is 135–145F.) The scone was good but not great. The flavors were excellent. However, it was much denser than I prefer, and the maple glaze was actually brittle. Glad I tried it but wouldn’t order it in the future.

Another very good Stone Creek experience. With a couple of tweaks, it would have been perfect. Would definitely stop again.“

“Amazing coffee, and amazing employees! Only coffee I drink! All of our customers now get recommended to check out the Grafton location! They all have had nothing but positive things to say and are grateful for the recommendations!“

“Me and my daughter love this place. Amazing food, clean light atmosphere and friendly staff. We go as often as we can get there. We went yesterday to get Hanukkah donuts. Amazing, fresh and yummy. My mom and Bubbie would be proud. Happy Hanukkah and thank you for such great service! See you soon. ✡️🙏🕎💙“

“Amazing coffee, and amazing employees! Only coffee I drink! All of our customers now get recommended to check out the Grafton location! They all have had nothing but positive things to say and are grateful for the recommendations!“

“Bob makes the absolute BEST coffee in the world. Sherman Perk is a Wisconsin landmark. It’s up there with Cousin’s Subs, Spotted Cow, crème puffs, cringles & beer brats. Protect them at all costs.“

“Exceptional service and product! I accidentally ordered online to the wrong location and gave them a call at 6am (!), and let them know that I will still be picking up but not until 6:30. They kindly offered to have it ready at 6:30 instead and on my cup I can see they wrote “don’t start until 6:25”. This is the kind of care and service you don’t get at a Starbucks, and the coffee is amazing too! Only area to improve would be to sell the matcha in stores :)“

“Sat outside with a cool beverage. Breeze was blowing & read a book. It was great“

“Nice place for a read and nice cup of coffee“

“I treated myself from this super cute coffee shop called Bear & the Bean. The sandwich was definitely delish! 10 outta 10...I recommend!“

“Nice neighborhood coffee place in Bayview. They have a big wood fired pizza oven, no longer used for past six months. Character of the environs has certainly changed over the years.

The service is excellent, friendly. Expert baristas.

Really smith, silky rich flat white. It’s of seating options, I prefer the bar, watch the baristas in action. Lots of local art for sale here.

Recommend“

“The service here is amazing. The people here, especially Rose, are nice and caring. I like that I can get a cold or hot beverage. The food is great, too. And it's just a great place to sit for awhile. Very welcoming place.“

“One of the best bars in the area. All the drinks are great, you can’t go wrong. Just order what you like and they’ll make one of the best you’ve had. They change their menu about quarterly and have really unique drinks. Great old fashioneds! They also frequently have food, but check their Facebook page to see what’s happening.“

“Helpful staff. Delicious flavored lattes. Good pastry and outrageous homemade yogurt.“

“My husband and I ordered our wedding cakes from Aggie’s last September and we couldn’t have been happier! Not only was our main cake simple and elegant but both cakes were delicious and hug hit with our guests! Thank you for helping to make our day special!“

“The young ladies are amazingly flexible and very kind. They can and will adjust any drink to any need, and they are always very friendly when I interact with them. If you ask kindly -and if there isn't a line of folks- they may just throw something custom together for you!“

“I have only visited the Sun Prairie location since October 2023. My go-to is the breakfast sandwich and my son, who is very particular about his French Toast, says it's his absolute favorite. I'm not a coffee drinker but their Chai is my favorite when I'm out and about. Don't forget to ask for the cheesy potatoes!“

“best diner in town. consistent and quality 10/10“

“Honestly this place is always great, and this location in particular has been stellar every time we scoot on by. I typically go for espresso drinks, but decided to try a Red Bull infusion this time, and I was not disappointed! Thank you for being so consistently delicious and friendly!“

“Great little coffee shop with good drinks and pastries.There's not much in terms of ambiance as it's in the lobby of a building, in front of a set of elevators, but it's good enough to grab a coffee and snack.There is minimal seating, so you can't go with a large group, but fine if you're solo or with a couple of others.“

“Amazing coffee, and amazing employees! Only coffee I drink! All of our customers now get recommended to check out the Grafton location! They all have had nothing but positive things to say and are grateful for the recommendations!“

“the coffee is FANTASTIC!!! Friendly staff..I'll be back...“

“Dryhootch Coffee House is a great place, and they offer a high variety of services to veterans in the community! This is a very impressive coffee house that is community-driven and accommodates to a very active social setting because the coffee house is a communial hub for residents and local vets, clashing together in the early morning hours over comradery and coffee. Seating is available inside and outside, and the patio is a great way to interact, directly with the city and incoming guest. I can't wait to see more of Dryhootch Coffee House as they are a real pleasure to have in my community, and they are so eager and motivated to get involved in the community! I highly recommend this place, and this coffee house should definitely be a top-favorite place to begin your morning routine! Lots of friendly faces and conversations going on, this coffee house is great for the community!“

“The gal helping me at the register was also gluten free so she knew some stuff to help me navigate the menu. They were super kind and friendly when I popped up exactly at 6:30 as they opened the doors so I could prepare for a long day of my friend’s wedding.“