Reviews of Café At The Plaza. (Restaurant) in Milwaukee (Wisconsin).

Café At The Plaza

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American restaurant

1007 N Cass St, Milwaukee, WI 53202, United States

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This place has a very good rate, they treat their customers well and you’ll feel welcome, super recommended

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Reviews of Café At The Plaza

John Contreras

Now I've loved breakfast all my life, and I've had breakfast from many different places. I don't hesitate to say that the Plaza Benedict is by far the best breakfast dish I've ever had. If you love breakfast as much as I do, I recommend eating here! Also, I was seated in the courtyard, and gosh that really set the vibe. Beautiful courtyard that's spacious enough to not feel crowded. The growth on the walls really made me feel like I was in a whimsical place, but with breakfast. Highly recommend visiting Cafe at the Plaza.

R. Jean B.

A hidden gem of Milwaukee... genuinely the best breakfast I've ever had. Our waitress was wonderful and the host who sat us was great as well. The hash browns were the star of the show. They were buttery and soft... my omelet was also delicious. The overall theme/vibe of the cafe was perfect, too. It's stylish, classy, and reminded me of a restaurant that would be in Paris. Definitely give this place a try!

Wren Solares

Our fav spot for breakfast in Milwaukee. Sarah is fab and looked after us well at the cafe counter. Chefs know their stuff. Classic good food every time. Thanks team. Love it!!

Tom Ruopp

Food is really solid. I loved the Greek Chicken Egg White Scramble. Coffee is among the best for Cafes around. The kitchen was backed up so the wait was about 40 minutes for food, but not sure if that is common or not. Update: sitting in the alleyway outside was really nice, would recommend. Greek chicken scramble was still delicious :) Update: the Mexican Scramble with chicken chorizo was tasty. The truffle fried were fairly bland though. The pancake was a great texture, but also not super flavorful. The chicken and waffles I'm told were delicious.

Ethan Young

Great location, and you can sit outside! Friendly staff! Prices can be a bit high but you’re paying for a little bit better quality food. My shrimp and grits was $15 before taxes. Would I come here again? I always come here! Get the hashbrowns you’ll thank me later! I do want to point out the service can be slow at times so be careful. I am torn between 4 and 5 stars. The speed of service can kill the mood quickly for me, but the quality of the food exceeds average.

Marina Ackerman

SIT OUTSIDE!! This place was so beautiful and the food was wonderful. The staff we interacted with were really nice, and my experience even made me want to stay at the hotel there. The Lemon Poppyseed Pancakes were great, and the 1007 Breakfast Sandwich was delicious too. You have to get one sweet item, one savory item, then split them with whoever you're eating with!

Mouse Savaiano / Artist & Healer

We came here bright and early (7:00 a.m.) for a birthday breakfast. I appreciate the care and attention given in preparing our meals. The staff was pleasant and attentive. We enjoy this local gem 💎 ✨️ ❤️

Lucy Ruiz

The pancake was good and the hashbrown that my husband had was also good. However the coffee tasted sour. I ordered decaf and my husband the regular one. We thought it was just the milk so we asked for another one but it still tasted sour. This is the reason why I'm giving this place a 3 stars as coffee is the most important part of my breakfast.

JJ Hussinger

I absolutely love this charming nook of nostalgia. While the serpentine counter evokes the mid-20th century diners, in warmer months I usually opt for the tucked away patio in the courtyard where I instantly feel I've been transported to a French Bistro or an Italian cafe. The food is perfectly prepared with just enough variety to give me several options at each visit. All of my out of town guests anticipate and appreciate brunch at the Cafe at the Plaza and the excellent staff and servers make me shine in my friends' eyes for suggesting it.

Kelly Bolter

I’ve been coming to this cafe for over a decade now, since living in the apartments here while I was in school. This is always a favorite go-to! Relaxing, refined environment with everything you could want for a satisfying breakfast meal. My favorite thing is the lemon poppyseed pancakes with almonds and blueberry sauce. A true Milwaukee destination!

Amanda Battaglia

By far the best brunch in town. You can't go wrong with any breakfast item on the menu. The French toast is great. I tend to always get the 1007 breakfast sandwich - amazing. My husband gets the plaza scramble but I bet the eggs Benedict is amazing too. They make perfect eggs anyway you like them every time. 💯 The service is great and atmosphere is wonderful. Always a 5 star experience.

Troy Roberts

A local recommended...so good 👍 A word of caution if you are afraid of bees don't eat breakfast outside. Great food, great service and great prices, such a nice place. …

Kelsey Philippe

We came here for our anniversary breakfast (we stayed at the Saint Kaite Hotel and were able to walk) the atmosphere (early morning breakfast in the garden) were so romantic. The food was out of this world and I think that the hashbrowns were maybe my favorite ever made. The mimosas were an additional special treat as they allowed us to make them how we prefer. One thing that threw us for a loop and sent us to Google was the Swastika tiles on the diner floor (the hotel is pre - WWII and a gorgeous piece of architecture... not run by Nazis)

Callyn S

Our server was wonderful and attentive, suggested a tasty dish and freshened coffee and waters. We all felt very welcome there (especially for a Sunday brunch where other places are very much get-in-and-get-out). The corned beef hash special was awesome. Definitely reccomend!

Ava Wachter

We had the best experience! We went for my birthday breakfast. A server overheard it was my birthday and brought me a slice of chocolate cake with a lit candle. We ordered a pancake for my 2year and it came out in the shape of Mickey Mouse with chocolate. Service and food is top notch! Can’t recommend enough!

Cassandra Lux

Terrific brunch. The Art Deco ambiance is great, breakfast scramble was delicious and really good Bloody Mary. The only thing missing was a cheese skewer on my Bloody Mary but delicious nonetheless. Hostess, our server and the food runner were very friendly and attentive. Highly recommend

Nick Lemke

Great spot with a unique vibe. The service and food is always top notch. They have several seating options available (outside in the courtyard, at the diner counter, or sit down tables). The options work great for different situations. The food is focused on breakfast items with a good amount of healthy options. Everything is done nicely and presented well.

A. L.

Pleasant staff, a relaxed atmosphere, great food and reasonable prices for a hotel restaurant. I ordered the Plaza Scramble and could only finish half of the meal!

C Johnson

Even when the servers are stretched thin, the service is always exceptional (tip your severs well, people). As for the food, you can't go wrong with anything on their menu, but I want to highlight the eggs bennidict and the tuna melt as stand-outs. Very happy they survived the last two-three years and their quality of service and food never fell short.

Rush Henderson

Delicious breakfast. I had the Mexican egg scramble - perfectly spicy. Pro tip - use the dude if bread to make breakfast sandwiches. The hash browns were perfectly crispy on the outside. Leftover food was delicious. Only reason it didn't get 5 stars was because the coffee wasn't good.

Marc Lasater

Breakfast was perfection but I was more impressed with Peter, the lead in the kitchen. I will be going back mainly for Peter. My food was delivered to the table and it came with blueberry syrup, in a very quiet voice I whispered to my friend that I was going to ask for regular syrup and from across the kitchen Peter read my lips I guess and brought me a regular syrup without even asking.

Benjamin Polony

The fact they maintain the shredded hashbrown style that so many breakfast places have been doing away with is a huge plus for me. They have a really cool old school diner there that's nice to sit at. Food was excellent, especially their breakfast crossiant sandwhich.

Amro

A little bit disappointed. Maybe I had high hopes for this place. This place has been on my want-to-visit list for a little bit over a year now. I always wanted to go there but had no time. The ambience is very attractive and interesting. The building is over from a different era. Small narrow doors, older tile walls, high stairs. Everything about this place screams 1940s? Maybe. It's clean and well maintained and the chairs are very comfortable. You have the option to sit on a table, or on a bar-like place where you can watch some food being prepared in front of you. We sat on a table. The server was attentive. She came to us within moments. She introduced herself and was very polite. She was a little bit attentive maybe? She came back to us very shortly and made me feel a little pressured. But she was nice overall and I think she was just trying to be a good server. We ordered their Avocado Toast. It wasn't very good. A little bit sweet and tastes almost like something else. We also ordered Plaza Chicken Sandwich with the plaza potatoes which is basically fried cubes of potatoes with some veggies. The fried chicken in the sandwich was indeed almost burnt. I didn't like the bread and the chicken tasted bland. The sandwich was open when severed and it wasn't juicy at all. The bloody Mary is mediocre at best. The bacon in the Mary was overcooked and burnt and it came with cheese instead of a pickle. The Turkey Chili soup was actually good. I liked it even though I am not a big fan of turkey, really. Sadly I don't think I'll ever come back to this place. Not for food, definitely. It was a nice experience overall but if you want delicious food, look somewhere else.

Lynn Winston

Classic diner fair. Counter and small tables in the kitchen area as well as a larger dining room. Beautiful outdoor patio in the summer. Better than average diner food. Gf options

Brittany R

This was such a pleasant experience! We found this place as the only one open for breakfast and within walking distance in this area. Walking in feels like I stepped back a few decades. We were offered an outdoor table and to our surprise it was an oasis in a big city. Ivy grew on all the brick walls surround the patio space. I really felt like I was in a quaint quiet town instead of Milwaukee. The coffee and lattes were divine and the food was even better. So many wonderful choices, it was hard to pick. Definitely wished I could have gone back the next day.

Petero H

Absolutely loved the Big Country Brunch Burger for brunch! Seasoned patty? Delicious. Runny egg? Always a plus. CHORIZO gravy? Mind. Blown. The chorizo gravy is what makes this burger unique and worth getting. I've never had a chorizo style country gravy before until now. The bar has been set for anyone after this now. The smoked salmon eggs Benedict was also delicious. I enjoyed the dill but it could be overpowering for some. Both dishes were a hit. Shout out to Yelp. The waiting list feature on the app saved us. It was the difference between immediate seating and a 30 minute wait.

Ashanti Cook

Check your flatware and dishes as they may be dirty.

Michaela Otterstatter

The Plaza offers delicious food and a great dining experience! They add a unique twist to the brunch classics we’ve come to expect. This time we enjoyed a classic breakfast scramble, avocado toast, and a daily special, their Cinnamon Toast Crunch French toast. Outstanding! Shout out to our waitress Kate who made the morning even better!

Laurie Linke

The Plaza is the best breakfast place in town! My husband and I have been here numerous times and always a great meal with exceptional service! Organic Blueberry Rooibos tea with Avocado Toast and Poached Eggs, I would highly recommend, stop in to see the amazing 1920's art decor decor.

Riley Woollen

Lovely ambiance, friendly service, and great food. Has an authentic old world feel. Highly recommend!!

Typical Taro

Great food! Would highly recommend checking it out if you are from out of town like my mom and I!

Susan Kim

The best omelet and best pancakes I have ever had. I loved this place so much I went there twice for breakfast. And the place is retro adorable. Ok, the omelet. Get the carmelized onions. They are uber caramelized. I also added cheese and peppers and asked it be done lightly. Soooo good! And the lemon pancakes with blueberry syrup are so light and fluffy. I am sure some crack was added as they are addictive. And the portions are huge. Yet everything is so reasonably priced. I always prefer quality over quantity but in this case you get both. The chef , Peter, is modest and says he just wants everyone to get their money's worth for a good meal. Well, it's unbelievably great meal at a great price. It's an 11.

Kara Waala

Top pick for breakfast in the downtown area! Vintage lunch counter, outdoor courtyard, or traditional dining room seating options. Counter is our favorite, fun seeing the cooks and chefs in action. Their new chicken and waffles are is our go to.

brain lopez

veggie eggs Benedict was fantastic. Seating outdoor in the “Courtyard “ was nice for about 4 minutes until the bee’s showed up. i don’t recommend sitting outside in the afternoons during summer months

Kenny z

About 20 minute wait for Sunday brunch but was worth it. The tuna salad sandwich was out of this world!

John Bowers

Great staff, food and location. Has outdoor seating in an off street courtyard. Quiet and lovely setting. Best eggs benedick I've had.

Judith Bentley

The kitchen must have been having a bad day, because our breakfast yesterday was disappointing. The English muffins in the Vegetarian Benedict and the 1007 Breakfast Sandwich were not toasted, even though the server insisted they were; the Sandwich did not have the listed avocado; the Benedict was all spinach; and our two fruit sides couldn't have been more different: both had melon and pineapple, but mine also had blueberries and raspberries, and my companion's did not. The courtyard was as charming as ever, but the food was definitely sub-par.

Eric Wild

Great food at good prices. The two times I’ve eaten at the Plaza for brunch were delicious with great service. The Chicken and Waffle are hands down the best I’ve had to date, and the Waffle has bacon in the batter! Strongly Recommended.

Olivia Gaba

10/10 - Would highly recommend going here for a great meal and great service. What we can only assume was the head chef really cares about his customers & the quality of his food!

Hugo Hernández

My brother discovered this place and took me here for breakfast. I love fell in love right away! 1930 kind of style and super classy. Seriously believe me when i say that the hash browns were the best I ever had.

Caprice Brown

The Black man that was the hosts was the sweetest and very personable. Our waitress was nice and the food was good.

Megan Kleyheeg

Overall love this place! The atmosphere was very good. All the staff was very respectful and nice. The food was amazing! My friend and I both had the French toast and we loved it. Had the hash browns and bacon and enjoyed it, it looked and tasted so fresh. Definitely will be coming back:) Thanks Nicole for the awesome recommendation🤗 …

Izzi Tritz

One of my favorite spots for breakfast in Milwaukee. A great spot for a weekday breakfast treat. The lemon poppy seed pancakes are the stuff of dreams!!! And the chive hashbrowns.. oh man! Definitely a must-stop spot!

Dave Bishop

Great breakfast with big portions and nice flavors. The Eggs Benedict were the best ever!

Andy Fallon (LT Fallon)

If your looking to try something new, this is a nice little stop in Milwaukee. Food was pretty and good and it’s a neat hotel.

Kilian Wied

Great for breakfast. Seating outside is really nice in a backyard with brick walls. The portions are big and the food is really good.

TC McClain

Overall the dining experience is great the food is great but some servers are better than others some just don't pay attention to you until you actually have to call them and it still take him time to notice you so that's where the four stars comes in overall it's a pleasant experience I've been there a couple of times and I'm going to keep on coming back the first server overall was the greatest server but the last server she's not very attentive thank you

Timothy Vertz

Great food great staff. Large portions and wonderful setting. Summers get even better if the courtyard is open. One of my favorite places. A few years ago I was crushed when the plaza potatoes left the building but the new modern menu is yummy.

Amaliya Lenz

Patio brunch and a gorgeous fall day. Delicious food, drink and fabulous service

Michael Sampson

One of my favorite breakfast spots in Milwaukee. The courtyard is beautiful and the staff is always great. We had amazing service today at the drink station. The lady was wonderful. Thank you for staying safe throughout the last year.

Denise Cole

I had the Tuna melt on a croissant, it was absolutely delicious. The tuna salad had capers, so good.

James McAllister

Yummy food and nice staff! Recommend the friend chicken sandwich. Very yummy! Yummy dinner!

sara devecchis

Great place for breakfast. They have a cozy patio, and I love that it opens at 7

Candace Letcher

First time visit, will definitely go back. Service and food was excellent! Very nice atmosphere. Our waitstaff was training another staff. Explained this to us, which I appreciated. Both introduced themselves and both did an excellent job!!

David L. Gill

The staff was friendly and helpful. The food was excellent! Highly recommend

Merle Malterer

The brunch was great and so I would say a definite go to for it

tanya joosten

This place is always the most lovely for brunch. It is probably my favorite place in the city. I'd like to tell you to not come here because it was a hidden jem, but word it out. We never feel rushed. If you want a quick breakfast on the weekend, order take out ahead of time. Don't forget the hashbowns. They have a great pickup window so you don't even have to go inside. If you want to enjoy your time and your company, then add your name to the list. The courtyard is so cozy, and the music is warming. Even in the midst of the pandemic and a complete rush, they are always super accommodating in trying to get folks seated, making sure we have drinks while we wait, and getting to us as soon as they can. It's an amazing place. Plan to wait to get seated. Get a drink, sit outside, and enjoy yourself. Plan to wait for service. Continue to sip on your cocktail while waiting to order. They're accommodating large amounts of people, safely, in a small space during a pandemic and doing an amazing job at it. I have definitely learned to appreciate the fact that I can have brunch on a courtyard outside in Milwaukee. We enjoy our time there and always plan the time so we can catch up with friends in a relaxing environment with great food, fantastic ingredients, and amazing cocktails (oh those passion fruit mimosas were grand on Sunday). And, the staff are working their tails off to accommodate us all. So grateful! Thanks, Sophia! 💕

Jake C

Great food, has a diner meets hotel experience I love. Good came quick and service was very professional and knowledgeable.

Scott Hajduk

We love coming here. If you are ordering breakfast and aren't staying at the hotel for a nap afterward...I recommend a lot of coffee! The portions are extremely generous. We went on a busy Saturday afternoon and were seated much quicker (2 of us) than the given estimate. If you want great food, and a nice atmosphere to coincide I don't think anywhere in Milwaukee is better.

Peter Sukus

Large portions, good food, neat place. We went early (7 AM) on a Saturday and it was very easy to get a table of our choosing.

Dominique Lettiere

I absolutely love having breakfast here - it is a must do! I have never had a bad experience. Everyone on the staff is so friendly. The tables are comfortable for any size group. The dining room is cozy and bright, or you can sit by the counter and watch them prepare the food. In the summer they have outdoor seating in a beautiful courtyard. The food is really good as well. Definitely try the poppyseed pancakes. The blueberry sauce they serve it with is amazing. I love the breakfast burrito, Plaza Pleaser, and the avocado toast. The coffee is spectacular as well.

ashley

Great food and good vibes. I had the lemon poppyseed pancakes w/ bacon and all of it tasted amazing

Simon Prosser

A Milwaukee staple, you can't go wrong with breakfast here. A massive range of options, all cooked right in front of you (if you sit in the right place ;-)) I had the traditional eggs, bacon, sausage and hash browns and the missus had a fried chicken sandwich that was incredible. If you're looking for breakfast or haven't come here before, do yourself a favor and drop in for a treat. Staff were great too.

Stephanie Wise

As a self admitted local foodie I was shocked that I had never heard of this gem. Locally sourced ingredients. Crispy fresh greens. Everything made to order right in front of you (if you sit in the 1930’s styled diner section) by a cool collected kitchen. The breakfast sandwich (gluten free bread option!!) with herbed goat cheese and just the right amount of greens for balance over cheesy eggs. Such a treat. If you adore a diverse yet timeless atmosphere, great service and some of the best breakfast food options in the city with a laid back vintage feel... consider this your go-to for a downtown breakfast. Love it!

Derek Mitchell

This place is great! We ate in the courtyard which is cozy and lush. Starting the morning with their bloody Mary was a great idea, since it was one of the best I have ever had. The eggs Benedict were cooked perfectly. Thanks to another review we ordered a side of the corned beef and hash which was the best, but expect it to be greasy in a good way. We will be back!

Andrew

The patio is nice the rest is average and moderately expensive. 2.50 for a quarter of an over ripe a avacado.

Karen W

Amazing breakfast, omelet so large, I took half home. Bacon and coffee, perfect.

Kelsey Hock

We had our wedding guests stay here and in addition to wanting to check it out ourselves, we had a City Tin to use. I loved the historical look and although the menu was smaller, it was a good selection. I had the lemon poppyseed pancakes which were delicious! Never seen that before. My husband had the scrambler which he enjoyed and both meals were substantial portions. The only reason I'm saying 4 stars is the service was slow. Would highly recommend!

Supkit Jamrasmee

If you come to Milwaukee come here for breakfast....... You will love it!

William Carpenter

Great breakfast. Loved yhe outdoor French Grden atmosphere!

Albert Cofrin

A lovely cafe in a very old and charming hotel. Istanpitta Early Music ensemble had breakfast there this past week for several days in a row. The French toast was excellent as well as the coffee. I would say the hash browns were a little disappointing and the attempt at pumpkin pancakes I guess is just a little on the difficult side as it was a bit dry. Omelette and Breakfast (huge) burrito was heavenly. But beyond the food we kept coming back for our server who's name was "J". J's friendliness and smile and attentive service was beyond anything the human language can describe. My whole music ensemble adored J.

Matthew Gaboury

A must for Milwaukee brunch (right near the streetcar route too if you want to make a day of it!) or a quick work lunch (the falafel is SO good)- it's the rare spot where the food and ambiance combine to make something even greater than it's parts. If you can get seated at the diner counter, you'll get to enjoy watching the food be pumped out in epic fashion, and I've also heard there's an incredible courtyard dining option I've never been lucky enough to get seated in. A great excuse to keep coming back!

Heather Seidel

I loved the look and ambience of this place, the 1920’s style made the experience inviting. Not the greatest service, we waited a while once we were done eating for the bill. And the BYO mimosa with the small amount of Prosecco you get was not worth $10/ea. My husband got french toast and eggs which were good. I got the salmon benedict which was really salty and the egg was over poached. If I came back I’d have to try a different dish and avoid the mimosa bar.

Matt Lynch

Delicious, fantastic, perfect Eggs Benedict, nicely spiced sausage, and the coffee was pretty great too. Prices are reasonable, decor is nicely art deco, wait wasn't too long for a Sunday brunch without a reservation. Absolutely worth a stop.

Terry Carter

Excellent food. Polite staff and the outdoor courtyard is great for a Summer meal

Ingrid Ramirez

I went here for brunch and it was marvelous! The service was quick and our server Kayla was lovely. We loved the coffee cake and poutine. With only one visit, Café is already in my list of favorite brunch spots in Milwaukee. I also want to add how friendly the staff at the Plaza is!

Tessa Sliwa

We went with a friend that lives in Milwaukee and we were totally surprised. It’s a hotel restaurant that has delicious food and excellent service. We got the poutine which was very tasty and a very Wisconsin experience (melted cheese curds in the poutine). Their portions are HUGE and the prices are very reasonable, so make sure you come hungry! Their water was out of commission during our dining experience and the waitstaff went out of their way to make sure we got bottled water (for free). Overall great experience!

E Williams

First time there so hopefully my next visit is really exceptional. Food is fantastic, staff was friendly. Wait time was minimal

Jessica Rink

Chef Danny is amazing! You can sit and watch while he cooks everyone's food. It's entertaining and delicious. Prices are exactly what they should be. The feel of the entire place is perfect for anyone. They also have outdoor seating on the patio which is beautiful and relaxing. I recommend this cafe to everyone that appreciates good food.

Mike

Brunch at the Cafe at the plaza was a bit of a let down. I ordered avocado toast and the poached egg on top tasted like it had been poached entirely in vinegar. Additionally the egg was over cooked so you didn’t get that rich runny yolk like one would expect out of a poached egg. The saving grace of this brunch for me was the Bloody Mary. The mix was delicious and had a good balance of savory and spicy. The accompaniments of cheese and a piece of candied bacon that came with the bloody also took it a step up. Overall this was just an ok experience but all of the negatives could just be an off day for them.

Magdie Rizk

Got there around 8:45. The staff was super friendly and food was great. The poutine and biscuits and gravy were some of the best I’ve had and I’m not even a poutine or biscuits and gravy kind of guy. Would definitely go back. Parking is a bit of a pain but that isn’t their problem.

Alison Segebarth

Chef is great! Friendly staff. Food is very good. Beautiful dining room.

John DeSantis

Met friends for breakfast. Ordered the Plaza Scramble with rye toast and fruit. Cooked perfect with a nice blend of flavors. Fruit was ripe and delicious.

Lilla Collins

AWESOME decor except the swastika floor tiles left over from worse days... Creative menu, clean and cool. Manager showed me around as I was killing time, the back patio is like New Orleans style with the Ivy and lights. Bacon was not that crunchy, cold brew coffee was on point but no espresso. Open kitchen so you can see the chefs

Orestorations

Great and hearty 1007 Breakfast Burger. . . I added Smoked Salmon. Collectivo coffee has never truly failed me, and that freshly squeezed oj is absolutely delicious! Customer service was okay, I did not explore the building because the smell was a bit much for me. The garden patio...is absolutely recommended by me, you'll likely experience a plethora of wildlife while you dine!

Talea Konkol

While I enjoy the Cafe for regular weekend breakfast, this is primarily aimed at my event. The Plaza held our rehearsal dinner in their courtyard. The courtyard was beautifully set up and the food was wonderful! Great private spot for a private party.

Juni Schwabe

Really good food, the classic breakfast and soup at least. Service was very good. Food came in a timely matter and the waitress wasn't constantly checking up on us, which is a plus in my book. We sat in the cafe section of the restaurant. Very nice experience; will definitely return.

Jeff Ganger

One of my favorite places to eat. This place is a classic example of American dining from a bygone era. Breakfast is highly recommended. Service is excellent, the tables are appropriately set. Charming and warm environment. The baked oatmeal was to die for. If you like eggs, they are poached perfectly. Smoked salmon bagel is great, their Mexican Scrambler is on point. Coffee is black and excellent. The brioche French toast is quite good. The dishes are thoughtful. The only place I trust to get a good Benedict. The decor is classic 1920s-1940s. I grew up during a time when there were a lot of restaurants like this. But no more. These places are a dying breed, and we are lucky the Plaza is still around. In an era of McEinsteinBagels and other "fast casual" soulless corporate restaurants, the Plaza stands as a fine example of a time when people took their time, read the paper, looked each other in the eye, acknowledged one another and spent a portion of their morning enjoying their meal and having a meaningful experience. This place has an element of quality that you simply don't find elsewhere. Bonus: during summer you can sit outside in their beautiful courtyard. Life does not get much better.

John Teevan

Wonderful place. Quaint courtyard. Very nice staff. Hood menu and fair prices. A+

Aaron Cleavland

I don't know why it took me so ungodly long to finally get to this spot and it did not disappoint. Sitting at the counter, I feel like I'm in a time capsule that had been lovingly preserved without being allowed to go stagnant. The chef runs a tight ship and it shows. The food is remarkable and the things I didn't get to have but watched go out looked amazing. Can't wait to come back.

Ce Ce

Lovely cafe with a NYC feel. In summer they have unquie outdoor seating surrounding yourself with brick and vines. All year round you can jump on one of the counter seats to enjoy the art decor and chatter while dining on great food. Breakfast is a must.

Tim Pierce

A true Milwaukee gem and one of a kind experience. The setting is beautiful, the food is great, the staff is friendly and the prices are reasonable. I eat here for brunch as often as I can.

Tom Spann

THE best scramble I’ve ever had...hash browns were great. Will definitely come again

Rachael Brooke Winkley

One of the best spots in Milwaukee. Charming vintage diner with great food, great coffee, and great sevice.

Patrick Behrens

The Plaza has some great breakfast and lunch! The French toast is pretty tasty. The club sandwich is also superb and expertly crafted. Each piece of lettuce and bacon was expertly placed. Would definitely go back!

michelle rindal

The corned beef hash was amazing! They make it completely from scratch. It's also a huge serving! The avocado toast is their biggest seller and looked super good too

Erin Pacheco

Excellent Art Deco cafe. Highly recommended! I ordered coffee, the breakfast poutine and the lemon poppyseed pancakes. The poutine was hearty! Thick cut French fries, excellent chorizo, and a generous portion. The lemon poppyseed pancakes and blueberry syrup—which are offered in a short stack (2 pancakes) or a full order (3 pancakes) were fluffy and delicious. The delicate taste of the pancakes complements the blueberry syrup. You have an option to upgrade your syrup to pure maple syrup as well, though I can’t speak to that. Our service was attentive—multiple coffee refills and “warm ups” for us. When I took most of my pancakes to go (because that poutine is filing!), I enjoyed that they gave me a fresh little container of syrup to take home.

Timothy Jaillet

Food was awesome and great service.

Adnan Kagalwalla

A very nice breakfast near the lakefront in Milwaukee. The service was excellent and the food tasty as well. Highly recommended.

Mike Grills

This is a cool little diner! Vintage atmosphere and an amazing breakfast however, I had to pull a star because we couldn't find the waitress when we were ready to leave for our meeting.

Matthew Dauner

Absolutely delicious breakfast. We sat outside in the patio and the whole experience was lovely.

Valerie Harkin

Fresh delicious food at reasonable prices. The service was wonderful.

Melissa Roenspies

Daughter and my favorite breakfast spot! Art Deco ambience, great food, beverages, and service.

Bernard

Really neat place for a 1920's throwback breakfast on Sunday. Great food and service.

brett wandsnider

Wife had the lemon poppy seed pancakes and loved them. I had the breakfast poutine and cafe potatoes on the side. The potatoes were some of the best I've ever had! But the poutine fell so flat I felt bad for whoever cooked it. The "gravy" was extremely heavy on the chipotle flavor. With the taste and consistency of Mexican chili. The avocado cream that i anticipated turned out to just be a sliced avocaod on top.The poached eggs were both overcooked and barely ran at all. And to top off this mess were what I can only imagine were fried cheese curds! Not deep fried just melted in a pan. Disappointing, I expect fresh whole cheeded curds on any poutine. Wish I had gotten the fritters instead.

John O'Neill

One of the best cafes in Milwaukee. It really resembles the set of a Wes Anderson movie. The garden courtyard is just wonderful.

Jay Edgar

Great veggie Benedict, friendly staff, spaced out seating. Very nice experience.

Chelsea

Very delicious food and generous servings! The lemon poppyseed pancakes were scrumptious 😋

Cody Crouse

Awesome spot with a cool outdoor seating area. You can go here in gym shorts and a tshirt or dress nice to have yourself a bougey brunch. Prices are fair and food quality is excellent.

Calvin Walker

went on a Monday around 11-12 ( lunch / breakfast ) .Good intimate environment .. server was good , menu had a decent selection. good idea for a party of 4 or less looking to just have a decent meal , over some good conversation.

Jim Lookabaugh

Good food. Friendly staff. Very cool yesteryear decor and vibe.

Jaime Meyer

Really great breakfast/brunch. I love the diner feel. It has a bright sunny dining room with lovely details. Great for a Saturday or Sunday morning.

Sarah Aardema

Limited menu, but what they have is nice. The 1920s ambiance is well worth the minimal menu. The garden seating area is rather lovely.

Laurie Dare

Highly recommend the Lemon Poppy seed pancakes with Blueberry Ginger syrup! Great stop when you're on a girls day getaway! Cafe at The Plaza is ALWAYS our 1st stop! ❤️

Mary Burgdorff

Lovely old school lunch counter and beautiful patio.

Matthew Sproehlich

My food was all over cooked. The wait staff seemed rushed and annoyed. The somewhat cheap prices don't make up for the paper table covers, cinder block walls, and mediocre food.

Jessica Darczuk

Very good service. We came with a group of ten including a couple of kids and it was great. Food was solid.

Lori Nashban

Wonderful brunch/lunch food. Great variety and good portion sizes. Sat outside in their lovely garden. Perfect!

Carly Spotts

Please please please bring back your lemon poppyseed pancakes...why you would ever take them off your menu is beyond me! I came here today for them specifically and they were replaced by pumpkin. very disappointed :(. Other than that I do always enjoy the Plaza.

Evan Knapp

Great place for breakfast or brunch in the city. Get there early though. It is fairly small with not that many tables for larger groups. Definitely get the chive hash browns.

Matthew French

Goat cheese & roasted tomatoes on an egg sandwich? Yes, please!

Samantha Lobo

The breakfast burrito is massive! I had it with chorizo and can't wait to get it again! The mimosas are great! The poutine is really loaded!

Vito Sorce

Great food and waitstaff!

Oh!No! The Miltown Clown

Great breakfast and Peter, head chef, knows the value of good food and service.

Erik Kroll

Really good food (lemon poppyseed pancakes are amazing) and they have eco friendly practices.

Ana

I loved the place, it’s beautiful it remind me of New York. I went during brunch and I had pancakes and they were delicious!! Will definitely recommend to others!!

Lauren Link

Wonderful brunch in their garden patio. You feel as if you are in another city, very charming. Nice brunch selection, wonderful service.

Eric Helwig

Always amazing food, and a great atmosphere. Service can take a bit if they are packed, but if you have the time it is worth the wait!

C Fair

Went for Sunday brunch. Nice ambiance on back patio past classic hotel diner room. Service was good. Food was okay.

Art With Shacream

The food is amazing. They have great cooks.

Mariely Rodriguez

Great brunch!!!! Tried the Plaza Eggs Benedict, the banana bread and everything's was delicious. Price are affordable and the service is excellent.

Daryl H

Vibe was great. There in a big snow day. Packed. Service great. Had eggs Benedict and hash browns. Yum. I am going back!

Brian Johnson

This was so delicious. The hollandaise was on point.

Molly Havin’fun

Sweet breakfast options even without meat and dairy! Really enjoyed the avocado toast. Really friendly staff and yummy coffee!

Stuart James Gavin

Very tasty food. Especially the avocado toast or biscuits and gravy. If you can eat outside, do so. The courtyard is beautiful.

Mark Latinovich (Bob Knozo)

A quaint old s school style diner. Food is very good, atmosphere is laid back. Located on Milwaukee fashionable lower east side..

Joseph Heinz

Highly recommend the chicken sandwich. Everything is always made fresh to order. Great selection of items :)

Cody Fale

Great breakfast spot! It's a very popular place so make sure you come early because there may be a line for seating!

Tim Drury

Wonderful art deco hotel, great for breskfast. Lovely outdoor patio reminiscent of what you might find in New Orleans.

Ayla Dillon

Amazing food! Service was a bit slow at times. Would highly recommend the parfait.

Kashonna

Nice place for breakfast/brunch.

Cameron Banaszak

food is always good never had a problem there staff is always friendly and it was nice to finally eat there on the patio since covid

Carlo DeSando III

Nice place for breakfast. Not fancy, table and counter service. Usually reliable food. Have been many times, will continue to patronize

Terry Zuehlsdorf

Great breakfast spot on East side of Milwaukee. A little pricey than fast food but we'll worth the time and money.

Bruce McDonald

The Cafe was beautiful and the food was delicious.

Wilson Wright

Nice relaxing place. Friendly attentive service and good food.

Milwaukee Talkee

Does traditional breakfast in the city top notch.

T T

Fantastic breakfast eggs Benedict! Hash browns cooked perfectly

Jhadae Lovestacos

My favorite brunch place. Great food, great drinks and mostly lovely staff....except the this last time unfortunately.

Sarah Barber

best brunch and best staff around!

Reem Al-zubeidi

The food is really good and you just feel so relaxed dining here.

Lee Witte

Great service and delicious breakfast. The patio was a very pleasant place to sit on a summer mornings.

Peter Giersch

Excellent breakfast place. 40s diner feel, with upscale food. Reasonably priced.

Zannybrainy Graham

Im in love with the mint tea ..the pot turned me out!!!! The best service...1st time ever writing a review and I eat out everyday ...fries is so cute too..

Brian Moe

Best service I've had in ages. Excellent breakfast. Perfect diner counter experience.

Michelle Bowman

First class service and a delightful menu! Fabulous food presentation! Definitely will be back!

Megan Klein

I always love brunch here. This place always has fresh food, and the pancakes are perfect!!!

Chad Lang

Good food and service. The wait was fine, but the system to find people and seat people just doesn't work. Food was good.

Marion Pavillet

Awesome brunch, very nice staff, delicious mimosas and beautiful garden patio!

Nick Podushak

One of my favorite places for breakfast. Attentive staff.

Stacey Abillie

This is my favorite place to take myself for breakfast. Fantastic little cafe with great atmosphere, dood, and service.

Sarah

Food was good (breakfast). Menu was limited. Service was top notch. Prices a bit high.

Mary Traveler

Food was good, but didn't like the paper plates!

Britt Saunders

Wonderful food, service and atmosphere! Will be back!

Emily Murphy

Delicious breakfast food offered inside the hotel. Has seating at the counter, outside or at a table.

Dave Handy

Great food, great coffee - take it from a New Yorker who loves breakfast: this place is legit.

Karl Knutson

Good food and fairly quick service once you get seated. Can sometimes be a bit of a wait to be seated.

Terrance Padilla

Fantastic breakfast, great atmosphere in their outdoor dining area.

Cosme B

Great food, regular prices. It did take a while to get our food and it took longer waiting for the bathroom.

Darren Stone

had a great breakfast here, beautiful old building, food was good as well

Carlos Alcala

I love brunch at Café at the Plaza. It's easily once of the best in Milwaukee.

chris thomson

Nice little old school place.

Kathleen Chaney

Delicious breakfast...not inexpensive, but excellent...didn't think coffee was good.

David Peckham

Beautiful setting. Patio is amazing. Good food. Reasonable prices.

Kaiwen Lin

had the classic breakfast with chai latte. it's delicious, but our group feels like being ignored for a while.

Emma Sullivan

Wonderful food, but the presentation was lacking a little

Mark Hanna

Shrimp and grits was amazing!

Gem LIFE

This is my spot. Nice variety on the menu. They even have Real oatmeal.. yesss steel cut!

Amy Walsh

I grew up in the Milwaukee area and had never heard of this place. Hidden gem for sure! Super cute place!

Marco Briceno

Great place for brunch. Make sure to get their avocado toast.

Fred G

Really awesome old hotel, didn't eat, 40 minute wait for brunch.

Zach Wambold

Delicious croissant breakfast sandwich and the brioche french toast was fantastic.

joe mullins

Sarah greeter is, provided a to go order through the window, then showed us to ou

Peter Giersch

Great retro (1940s) feel. Upscale food. Perfect for breakfast meetings.

Bob Bennett

Nice surprise. Good food and great service. Very reasonably priced. A+++

sandra crawford

Great food, friendly.. omelette was excellent..little hard finding parking

Sarah Huber

Love their brunch. Especially the lemon poppyseed pancakes!

Kristian Perez

It is pretty good. I would say it's not amazing but a great option for this neighborhood.

Duane Phillips

Long wait to be seated but the food was was worth it.

Julia Sargis

Was there for breakfast. Food was wonderful and people were so friendly and attentive.

J K

Always a fun place to go...but do they have a Happy Hour for drinks and appetizers.??

Keith Stachowiak

Great breakfast. Sometimes a bit of a wait, but worth it!

Dylan Blum

Great food, the presentation of the food is great. Tastes as good as it looks👍 …

Jeanette Below

Avocado toast and bloody mary was mouthwatering

BARBIE STENSHAUG

If u havent been u should definitely check out the plaza cafe

Ted Peters

Great all around experience! Try to sit in the court yard

Lily Schoudel

It's always nice to sit in the court yard enjoying the food and the good weather

Zachary Espinosa

Great breakfast. Ordered the breakfast sandwich, delicious!

Theresa Kettner (Lazermaker)

Always a lovely time for brunch here.

Mary Avery

Favorite breakfast spot. Art Deco character is truly special.

Kat nip

Food was good but the Waiter get my order wrong and the other person who was with me too.

Ross Lowinske

Great service. Fun vibe. Good casual brunch.

Joe Hrdina

It may be one of the nicest looking places to have a fairly cheap breakfast. Get a croissant.

Joey Ford

Great food and service. The omelet i had was amazing!

Eben Via

Worth going to for the gorgeous old hotel alone. Food was good too👍🏻 …

patrick higgins

The most AMAZING hash browns!!!

Rima Dekhtiar

Lovely and kind staff, delicious food and cozy ambiance.

Windell Gabrillo

Everything is sooooooooo GOOD!!!!!! I love all the staff. #BloodyMary #ChocolateChipPancake 😊❤️ …

Tom K

Old school breakfast dinner. Small menu = great food

Moira Conley

My hands down favorite gathering spot for breakfast, brunch or lunch!

Scott Molling

Sausage fritters are a must. French toast also terrific.

Grant McCracken

Best spot for breakfast or brunch hands down.

C. Ross Stavoe

Delicious breakfast sandwich! Good service.

Squirrel Thomson

Delicious food, lovely atmosphere, nice staff

Tyler Cameron

Awesome outdoor patio. Great food too.

Deb Bergeson-Graham

Lovely place...thoroughly enjoyed lunch outside.

Jill Wesolowski

Good food in a beautiful setting. Enjoy!

Tracey Sperko

Perfect breakfast and coffee.staff are so friendly.

distinct person

Good food. Beautiful setting.

Audwin Short

Had Classic breakfast, so good!

Tracy Daddario

Always a good breakfast and good atmosphere

Gregg V

Food was fantastic...and huge portions!

David Neumyer

Best poutine I've ever had.

Andrew Sims

Great food quality and reasonable price.

Miles Churchill

The interior is lovely, food was good with fair prices.

Jennifer DeSandre

Great food, not great service though

Tanner Kowalski

Great food and service, with some old school charm

Reid Bengsch

Best hashbrowns ever!!

Cameron Banaszak

Always good food and good service at a good price

David Schaefer

My absolute favorite place to have breakfast!!!

michael mueller

Pure class.

Samantha M

Amazing! Small and cute with elevated versions of your favorites.

Frank Vecchione

Great good food and very good service!

Joseph

Good food Nice place Great service I recommend a visit

Erik Lomas

A cozy diner feel and excellent breakfast!

Toran Marks

Best chicken and Waffles in the city.

Greg Arnold

Great food. Worth the wait!

Darlene Alexopoulos

Dreary day. ... but breakfast at the Plaza was a bright spot

J W

Great food and service. Friendly people.

Johnny Murry

Eggs Benedict is the best in MKE

Holly Neubert

Love having brunch here!

Andrew Bernier

Our favorite brunch place.

Ted Peters

Great food. Good service

Charles Woodward

My favorite breakfast spot in Milwaukee.

Mike Reisman

Good food and service. Nice location.

Julia Rakowski

Great food. Great service.

Chris Wilkey

A fantastic place to grab breakfast.

X CZ

Love the patio, service and food

Dan M

Good food but a but over priced.

Jerry S

Delicious as always.

Robin Cansler

GREAT service food not so great

Melissa Siegel

This was a great breakfast place!!

A.C. Van Galder

Great staff great brunch

Erik Wanta

No dogs allowed anymore on the patio :(

DeAnna Cobun

The biscuits and gravy was delicious!

Dan Wilson

A great atmosphere for brunch

Timothy Glynn

Ray was excellent server

James Carey

Great breakfast options!

Dewayne Miller

Great place for breakfast!!!

David Hoffmann

Great food and atmosphere

Rae Cassidy

Heaven in a diner every time.

Johnny Thieme

Best breakfast in Milwaukee!

Annette Dacquisto

Good service great food

Cass

Amazing food!

Roberto Scaramuzzino

Slow service but food is OK

Morgan Rauls

Great food in a cute cafe

Steven Bacon

Great place for breakfast

June Mohr

Absolutely Delicious

Jenny Leigh

Fantastic pancakes!

James Bond

Love the omelet

Rick Wermager

EXCELLENT BREAKFAST.

Sebastian Dziedzic

Good pancakes

Daniel Dougan

Great food

lornett gaines

Always a treat!!!!

Von Roberts

Always good

Blanca Bravo

Love it!!!

Lonnie F.

My Friend Tony Snell bought me breakfast from this place . My first time trying it. Soooo delicious!

Jess H

Nik

Beautiful Orchid

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