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Stone Creek Coffee - Downer Cafe & Kitchen
2650 N Downer Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53211, United States
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Stone Creek Coffee - Downer Cafe & Kitchen
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Review №1

Great people, great coffee, and increasingly great food options! This has definitely been the spot to hit up on warm weather days to get work done on a patio, but it’s also great when it’s cold out because of ample indoor seating (and outlets if you’ve got a laptop!). So what about the food? It struck me as odd the first time I saw buttered toast on the menu, but this is not your average bread! It’s so fluffy and buttery, mmm, so good! And if I’m really hungry, I’ll get an egg on top for the perfect choose-your-own adventure breakfast (or midday snack).

Th
Review №2

I only get coffee here. I do it because the patio is great, I live 20 steps away, and the employees are friendly. They greet me with a smile, look me in the eyes, and carry all the social grace that you hope to find in a 30 second interaction. Remember when that was normal behaviour rather than exceptional? I dont either, but the people schlepping coffee at this joint are great, exceptional in any era.The coffee skews light roast on everything. Sometimes I take it home and put it in the oven for a half hour. Dont let that dissuade you; Im a dark roast fan. Show up at dawn, get a coffee, sit on the patio. The birds and buses will serenade you. Its delightful. If I see you Ill nod in a friendly manner.

Ti
Review №3

Peach ice tea was fine, nothing too special. I did enjoy the strawberry and peach pastry I got. Great outdoor sitting area.

Fa
Review №4

Nice coffee and pastries 🥮 chilled atmosphere and helpful staff

Jo
Review №5

Great coffee, great atmosphere. One of those coffee stops that is the perfect place to get some studying done if youre in school or to just hang out and read a book. Usually quite a few people here whenever I visit, but the staff are pretty quick on getting orders out.

AN
Review №6

Its a descent place with a decent options for coffee and snacks.

J
Review №7

Kinda weird how they prep food to go. Bit messy to eat out of. Definitely not worth $8, doesn’t even fill you up. Cant use the restrooms either. Employees are nice tho, even if they’re clueless on portion sizing

Ge
Review №8

One of my favorite coffee places in Milwaukee! This time I got the iced Boston (honey) latte. It was perfect.

Ni
Review №9

Its a very open an nice environment. Definitely recommend

Da
Review №10

Love the outdoor seating area. Perfect place to meet with friends and grab a cup of whatever coffee drink tickles your fancy. Good place to get some work done or even play a few games of chess.

Ar
Review №11

Excellent coffee and nice vibe !

Fa
Review №12

Excellent Service!

An
Review №13

Of all the places I have been to, Kate (one of the master baristas) made the best V60 pour over I have ever tasted! Using there Oasis blend, I could not have been more surprised by the flavor notes from that coffee! Friendly staff, wonderful environment for meet-ups or work sessions, and the brilliant coffee makes this a must visit for coffee fanatics.

Ni
Review №14

Great staff, excellent coffee and espresso drinks, delicious bakery treats and breakfast sandwiches. One of my favorite go-to places before starting my day.

Gr
Review №15

Great service, fun packaging for coffee beans, great atmosphere, great breakfast sandwiches. The packaging for the coffee beans are so much fun and then enticing to buy; we really like the Cherry coffee beans with the unicorn on it. We like the brioche bread on the breakfast sandwich its a really great decision and it pulls it all together that you wouldnt normally find at another coffee shop.

Ma
Review №16

Love it. It’s just everything, the coffee the atmosphere the people

Ho
Review №17

I love Stone Creek Coffee! From their coffee drinks to their bakery items to their philosophy. And the Downer location is my favorite place to do work, especially when the weather is nice.

Pa
Review №18

Lovely atmosphere and architecture. Delicious food menu and coffee. Great customer service. Only down fall is how packed it always is and that makes it hard to find seating. I loved it when they had the Costa Rican breakfast sandwich, but they changed their menu. Other food items I had were the yogurt, waffles, almond croissants, and other breakfast sandwiches; all were flavorful. Just a tad bit pricey for the portions.

Er
Review №19

FANTASTIC coffee! My friend and I had the cortado and it was great! Would definitely come back here.

Jo
Review №20

This place is great. The staff, food, and drinks are always superb. My fav food item is the avocado and toasted chic pea. I normally get that and a fruit tray for breakfast.This place is made for getting work done. They have several good seating areas. They have plenty of seating options including indoor, outdoor, high-top, small and big tables, and even a couch with tables in front of it! Lots of chargers too so no worries there.I highly recommend this location - I sometimes work from 6am-5pm and noone has bothered me about it yet.

Ni
Review №21

LOVE their indoor/outdoor patio. When I discovered this over the summer of Covid last year, it became my go to place to work outside. Great drinks and the food is underrated. Decent amount of outlets and wifi is reliable.

Mi
Review №22

Great coffee, quality food, and friendly people. Definitely take advantage of the outdoor seating when the weather is good

Ch
Review №23

I visited on grand opening day, excited to have a better local option to the shopworn coffee chain 2 blocks away.Service here was good, coffee was very good, and my breakfast was too. Staff was personable. The store and outdoor patio are very well designed and comfortable. There is also a walk up window at the sidewalk that was very popular.

Ti
Review №24

Best lattes around! Really good food too!

Al
Review №25

This cafe has been my go-to since it first opened. The service is great, the coffee and food are excellent, and everyone is always so friendly and fun. It’s a great way to start your morning.

Cy
Review №26

I love this place! Its so easy for coffee shops, especially near universities, to become super precious hipster dens and this one has NOT. Friendly and welcoming staff and a relaxing atmosphere. As someone who drinks ice tea rather than coffee, I appreciate the year round availability of some truly delicious tea (I highly recommend the peach). Oh, and really good music.

Jo
Review №27

Visited Stone Creek today, and as a Downer resident, I will no longer be going to Starbucks. Food was amazing, pictured are the gruyere ham and egg waffle, and the blackbean sandwhich. The space is beautiful, and the patio is amazing as well, however, it seems a bit chaotic when ordering inside, seems as though there is no direction of where to go or where to wait, and also our food was dropped off separately with a few minute gap between. Im sure these things will be ironed out, but regardless, highly recommend! :)

Ho
Review №28

Love this new location of Stone Creek Coffee on Downer! The outdoor space is beautiful and has lots of seating available! There is lots of free parking within the neighborhood and this Stone Creek even has a cute outdoor “to go” counter where you can order your drink right away without having to go inside. Love the little recombobulation area sign outside since it is so true to the MKE airport! ☕️

De
Review №29

I had a latte and it was delicious! I love the patio!

Gu
Review №30

Great coffee and super cool merch for coffee lovers

Ca
Review №31

Better signage for the walk up window lines. Mobile orders should take priority at the walk up.Ive been here a few times now, and its such a great coffee shop! Friendly staff, drinks are well made, the interior and exterior architecture is perfect, and the food is delicious.The berries and granola is seriously so good. I could eat it all day.It can be a little busy so grab the first seat you can get your hands on!

av
Review №32

One of my favorite coffee shops ever♡the food and drinks are great and mobile orders are always ready fast

Qu
Review №33

A wonderful pace to eat and drink. The food is tremendous, and the staff are just about! Everything gives off a good vibe, and everyone who goes seems to be happy.

Ja
Review №34

Loved it. Super friendly staff. Great company. I definitely will be going back!

Na
Review №35

Lots of fun seasonal flavors as well as some excellent classics. I really appreciate the walk up window as well!

Sa
Review №36

I love this place. Great ambiance in the winter months and in the warmer months the patio is great! I love their coffee and dark chocolate covered waffles!

Ro
Review №37

I absolutely love everything about stone creek coffee, especially the downer st. location. The staff are wonderful, and they pay attention to their customers and treat me as someone they personally know. They are caring, very good at what they do, and invite sincere conversation while they prepare your order. I also appreciate their support for the LGBTQ community, as I am a transgender person new to the community myself, the staff make me feel so welcome and safe from judgement etc. I could go on and on with endless praise, I feel that strongly about the company. Oh, and the coffee is always perfect! Keep up the great work!

An
Review №38

Always a joy coming here. Staff is always super friendly and the coffee and food is amazing. Highly recommend the Toasted Marshmallow Latte (Holiday special only unfortunately)

Ta
Review №39

Amazing place for coffee. They were really helpful during Covid to lift up mood. They have a nice sitting place outside which one can enjoy while having thier coffee, they have good spacious sitting arrangements in the shop too. I ha e always seen a line outside it, it seems most people like the coffee.

Ka
Review №40

Best carry out fast casual breakfast food in Milwaukee. The most friendly and engaging staff. Best coffee variety too. True to origin, values, and flavor.

Le
Review №41

I can get Iced tea without sugar...many places they sugar it up before you get it.

Jo
Review №42

Stone creek has excellent coffee and delicious food.The French toast sandwich is my new favorite!

Ma
Review №43

I pre-ordered a coffee for this morning before work. The online ordering process was a breeze! When I went to pick it up, the signage made it super easy to know what window to go to and the staff member was very friendly. They covered my coffee top with a sticker too, which I appreciated and made me feel extra confident in their new safety procedures. Theyve been super thoughtful in their reopening and I think a walk to Stone Creek will be my Friday tradition now. Thank you guys!

Jo
Review №44

A cute coffee shop with well implemented covid precautions, outdoor seating may be a problem come winter though!Great waffle, not sure what they used in the battery but it was a sweet waffle even without syrup. I just wish for $7.50 there was more of it!

Sh
Review №45

Great interior, amazing friendly staff, beautiful art latte and peaceful vibe.

er
Review №46

I frequent this coffee shop just about everyday and they are always friendly will continue to come here

Sa
Review №47

Great atmosphere, friendly staff, and excellent coffee and food

Be
Review №48

The food is on the expensive side for what you get. The coffee and tea are delicious with a wide variety of options. Stone Creek always has rotating syrup flavors to match whats in season; these are worth a try. My personal favorite speciality item is the Cream City Ice!!

Qu
Review №49

SCC has had a very relaxing environment, where one can get a lot of homework done. Even with COVID theyve kept the same vibe, even if inside seating is unavailable. The staff are truly incredible, they are all very knowledgeable about their specialty, and are always happy to help.

Ke
Review №50

No indoor seating, but nice outdoor spaces. A bit expensive for small cups of coffee.

Ro
Review №51

Great employees and amazing outdoor area

Dr
Review №52

Received nothing but the best here. Its a high-end coffee shop without arrogance. Its also absent of the corporate cafe phoniness, or the hipster grunge of other local shops. Customer service was awesome. All three women behind the counter served me with eye contact, a smile, a thank you, and a have a lovely day. They even brought the to-go order directly out to me while I sat as opposed to plopping it on the counter and bouncing. The place was spotless and theres a ton of space. My Boston Latte, which, to my knowledge, is not served anywhere else in the Milwaukee area, was ready in a timely manner and was the perfect temperature. I ordered the bacon egg and cheese sandwich and its definitely a high-end take on a greasy fast food item. The arugula and green onions add an extra pop to the savory flavors of the base ingredients while the brioche bun was soaked in butter for that greasy feel. Yes, it was greasy but I knew what the grease was and it was deeeeelicious. I couldnt have asked for anything more from my experience. I will be back and I cant wait to have the same experience.

Tr
Review №53

Praise be to God for providing our City with this location of Stone Creek Coffee. For years I have been wishing for a solid coffee shop with spectacular work space on the East Side and finally my cries have been heard. Fantastic staff! Karen the store manager is one of the nicest people in the city. The coffee is always spot on, the food is delicious, and the environment is perfect for getting some work done! I’ve practically lived here since it opened and I couldn’t be happier that they opened this location.

Cr
Review №54

Cozy, modern, excellent friendly personal service, and a damn fine cup o coffee!

Le
Review №55

Perfect coffee, great vibe, friendly service. I love the outdoor seating! As for the menu, it includes interesting, appetizing, delicious, and healthful options. One of my favorites is the Avocado Spicy Egg Sandwich. Im anxious to try the House made Yogurt Bowls. In particular the Lemon, Rose, Pistachio Bowl and the Acai Smoothie Bowl. I should mention that there is also a very nice selection of sweets to go with the coffee such as waffles, pastries, and cookies. Im guessing youll be as pleased with this shop as I am!

Mi
Review №56

DO NOY ORDER THE SMOOTHIE!! It’s made with “smoothie concentrate” a.k.a juice with ice blended together. The breakfast sandwiches are phenomenal. The only reason it gets 4/5 is because the ice juice that cost $5 for a small cup.

Jo
Review №57

Good coffee and pastry. Nice outdoor space. Not currently seating inside.

Mi
Review №58

Iconic patio.

Al
Review №59

This is the first location they have that serves food, and it tastes like theyve been doing it all along. Ive been a big fan of their coffee for a while, but now I love their food too! Its by far the best coffee shop food Ive ever had, and honestly its just really good all around. The coffee is always really good as well, I love the Three Volcanoes dark roast and brew it every day at home. Throw in good service and exceptional bakery options, a beautiful cafe and patio, and a walk up to-go window and this is the perfect coffee shop.

Ma
Review №60

This coffee roaster has amazing coffees, baked goods and food. The breakfast sandwich is too-die-for! Friendly staff and lively atmosphere make it my favorite Milwaukee go-to coffee spot.

ke
Review №61

Wonderful location, plenty of outdoor seating thats shaded. Place gives off good vibes.

Ma
Review №62

The best Mexican spice mocha in town, made by Emmett. Art in a cup of coffee with almond milk. Exquisite! ♡After visiting a fancy and expensive place for breakfast down town, I decided to add to this review, because the food at Stone Creek is much, much better than the place downtown. For a casual coffee shop Stone Creek food is amazing and prices are reasonable. They present the plates as pieces of art and personal always seems happy to help.Definitely my favorite cafe shop.

Al
Review №63

I love this place, good drinks and food.LOUD MUSIC. The only thing that I would suggest is lowering the music inside more. Really loud. I find myself talking really loud over the music. Otherwise great place!! lots of seating areas to work and hang out... inside AND out.Kitchen is from 6am till 4pmUpdate: 5/6Went back this morning to experience the kitchen. The food is amazing!! And got to sit outside. Great service and lots of seating inside and outsideUPDATE 7/10music is much softer so I enjoy working there and eating.UPDATED 8/5Still love the place, and yes the music is at level that I can enjoy sitting inside and studying or talking with friends. Thank you. Also cant go wrong with the food and drinks here.

Fa
Review №64

Best coffee in the town.

La
Review №65

It was literally AMAZING!! Seriously the customer service was unreal and my drink tasted really good. Definitely will recommend to anyone that comes to this area. Thank you Stone Creek Coffee!

Ke
Review №66

Very nice atmosphere with a range of seating options inside, outside, or outside under a roof. All the drinks Ive tried have been excellent, and though I havent had any food it all certainly looks good. Its nice to have an alternative to Starbucks on Downer after such a long time.

Ja
Review №67

Great bakery items and drinks. Kind staff. I only wish some areas were a little more lit, hard to read. Lovely sitting outside in the summer.

St
Review №68

Stone Creek was an immediate hit and continues to be. Staff are great and the space is very welcoming. Love it- wish I could come over more often!

Di
Review №69

Coffee was way watered down.

Sc
Review №70

I give the overall design five stars, they need some improvement in the way that the cutlery is presented, so far it has water spots and soap marks. Also heavy Bass music at 5:45 a.m. on a Saturday morning is a little disconcerting.That being said their food is truly beautiful, the preparation is highly artistic, and the space itself is a Wonder to behold.We waited for months for them to open up, and now I have become a regular here. It is my destination spot at 5:30 on any given morning.

Am
Review №71

Soo much space w/many outlets. Came in during the busiest point of the day and still managed to snag a table. The food is amazing, worth the price. Their iced teas are delicious as well. Friendly staff. Fast service considering amount of customers. Clean. Great atmosphere.

Ch
Review №72

Such a cool space. The interior design is excellent and it is nice because they have indoor and outdoor seating. My only wish is that they had faster service. The line moves pretty slowly here. But, the workers are friendly which outweighs that part if you have time to spare.

Mo
Review №73

Beautiful

Bi
Review №74

Coffee taste slightly worse than Starbucks but better than a gas station. Heard some dudes get denied coffee outside at the walk up area. Something about political views. I hope this isn’t true.

Au
Review №75

Love this place, lively, excellent service, and quality coffee. Cant go wrong in this neighborhood spot

Mo
Review №76

I could live at this place... the food is great and the atmosphere is incredible! Staff are very attentive and friendly, making this a great place to work on stuff or just catch up with friends

Sa
Review №77

So much better than collectiveco. I really enjoyed the food and atmosphere and the my cold brew was so good I went in for a second.

Ro
Review №78

This is quite likely the best coffee shop I have ever been in. There is nothing I dont like about it. Great internet, plenty of room for work. Great coffee and customer service. The food looks amazing, will be trying that soon. Love this place!

Gr
Review №79

Its got a good chill city milennial vibe. The drinks are always good. Its a great place to hang out with a friend, work, or just stop in for a drink or snack.

Ja
Review №80

Stone creek is a great place to sit back, relax, and enjoy some great beverages and delicious food (Downer location). Highly recommend checking them out and staying for a while!

La
Review №81

Contemporary, cozy coffee shop atmosphere with great food! Staff is friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable, especially Christal!

Mi
Review №82

The shop really is world class. The decor and atmosphere are comfortable yet handsome, the staff expertly trained, and, most importantly, the coffee absolutely fantastic. Could not reccommend this shop enough, there is no better way to spend a Sunday morning than on their gorgeous patio with a good friend and a delicious coffee.

Ja
Review №83

Stone Creek has very good coffee, delish food, and the staff have full hearts that pour into the store. Its such a great spot to caffeinate or just sit sublimely

Wi
Review №84

Amazing place, friendly people. Accidentally ordered my drink with regular milk and they remade it with almond. My stomach and I appreciate it.

Me
Review №85

Really good tea and coffee here. Like the dog treats outside for my pup and coloring sheets for the kids inside!

Ki
Review №86

They have a walk up window and lots of outdoor seating. Its also very pretty there.

Ma
Review №87

Amazing, ‘nuff said. Seriously, I’ve been going here for several years and it’s always been consistently good. From their cold brew to blended drinks as well as pastries (soon to be more food items too!), this place gets 5 stars in my book. No more Starbucks for me!

Ma
Review №88

Good dripping coffee quality. Light roast coffee was awesome. Friendly workers. I like the atmosphere there. Nice and quiet place to study.

Ra
Review №89

Nice quiet atmosphere for a sip & a nosh while reading or working; great coffee & tea; love the outdoor tables; and theres even a walk-up window!

Hi
Review №90

I dont live in the area, so I didnt know if you buy a bag of coffee beans your drink order is free! nice surprise and good coffee

Ke
Review №91

Fantastic over the top service and food to match. So impressed.

Le
Review №92

Great coffee, terrific staff and relaxing atmosphere! My go to coffee shop. Watch for their amazing discount sale ...think in December and June!

Da
Review №93

This location is typical of what you would expect from a local coffee shop. Ive always liked the flavor of the coffees served here and the customer service has always been reasonable. Although it can get pretty slow service wise when theres just a short line. They could use more staff, especially during expected peak times. This location has limited parking and its located in a congested area. They do offer free Wi-Fi, but when Ive used it with more than a couple other people in the seating area it did slow down significantly.

Do
Review №94

Great coffee in a great location.

La
Review №95

Good selection and excellent preparation

Ad
Review №96

Great coffee! Easy park n grab.

Dr
Review №97

Good coffee, the kitchen food is average at best, but the pastries aren’t too bad. pretty busy, so if you want to study or work get there before 10/11 to claim a seat, if not earlier.

MO
Review №98

A great place to just chill, do homework to some work. love the interior and the patio that they have not to mention how great their customer services are!! really recommend the place.

Na
Review №99

Great flexible space. Good design and vibe. Good coffee of course

Ki
Review №100

Lovely atmosphere and friendly and knowledgeable staff. However, the quality of the coffee is subpar. I find Collectivo and even Starbucks to have better coffee. However, the outdoor patio and the ambiance is superior at this place. So, what is more important to you?

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  • Address:2650 N Downer Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53211, United States
  • Site:https://stonecreekcoffee.com/downer-avenue-cafe
  • Phone:+1 414-210-3686
Categories
  • Coffee shop
Working hours
  • Monday:6AM–7PM
  • Tuesday:6AM–7PM
  • Wednesday:7AM–1PM
  • Thursday:6AM–7PM
  • Friday:6AM–5PM
  • Saturday:6AM–7PM
  • Sunday:6AM–7PM
Service options
  • Outdoor seating:Yes
  • Curbside pickup:Yes
  • Delivery:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Dine-in:No
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great coffee:Yes
  • Great dessert:Yes
  • Great tea selection:Yes
Popular for
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Solo dining:Yes
  • Good for working on laptop:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible seating:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:No
Offerings
  • Alcohol:Yes
  • Beer:Yes
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Comfort food:Yes
  • Healthy options:Yes
  • Prepared foods:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
  • Vegetarian options:Yes
Dining options
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Dessert:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • High chairs:Yes
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Crowd
  • College students:Yes
  • Family-friendly:Yes
  • Groups:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
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