Student guide to dining near campus

Words, Photos & Design | Kayla Vega Miss Molly’s Cafe

Diners enjoy breakfast outside on the patio on a Sunday morning. Miss Molly’s is a small corner cafe located at 9201 W. Center Street in Milwaukee, just a twominute drive from campus, or a short eight-minute walk. They have indoor seating available and plenty of outdoor seating for the summer months. Parking is available across street. They offer food made with fresh, highquality ingredients and a selection of veggie-friendly meals such as the veggie breakfast bagel, the fresh fruit and yogurt bowl, the brioche French toast, the power bowl, the breakfast burrto and avocado toast.

“I really like that their menu always changes. They alway use good quality ingredients. They have many options: vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free. They cater to many people’s food preferences.” - Michelle Gabor, faculty

“Quiet and welcoming.” - Kara Speakman, junior

Miss Molly’s Cafe uses compostable cups because they focus on the welfare of the environment. Miss Molly’s always uses fresh ingredients to make their food.

Corner Bakery Cafe is a modern-looking cafe located at 11500 W. Burleigh Street Suit 102 in Wauwatosa, only a six-minute drive from campus. They serve a variety of breakfast meals such as eggs, pancakes, sandwiches, wraps, oatmeal and, of course, coffee. Their lunch selection is as vast with varieties of salads, sandwiches, panini, pastas and soups. They have iced coffee, vanilla sweet cream cold brew, iced tea and strawberry and watermelon flavored lemonade. For students needing a space to do schoolwork and projects without being bothered, Corner Bakery Cafe is the ideal place. The booths are private and have plenty of space for up to four people. The cafe also has seating outside.

“It’s definitely a cafe vibe, although more modern. They have really big tables if you want to study or work on a project while you eat. Parking is fabulous, there is a lot of parking!” - Huelmely De Jesus, faculty

Corner Bakery Cafe

Corner Bakery Cafe is located next to The Mayfair Collection outlet mall.

“Great and polite! I’ve never experienced bad communication or nasty attitudes and the staff seem to be enjoying it there.” - Inpanat Douangvilay, sophomore

Colectivo Coffee

Colectivo Cafe offers an inviting outdoor space.

“You always see people there, it is a big part of the community. It’s close by.” - Melissa Hurtado, freshman

Inside of Coletivo Cafe, a door leads to a separate seating area. A flag shows their support for the LGBTQ+ community.

“Colectivo is a good place for students because they have a open lay out that provides a welcoming environment for students to study.” - Kara Speakman, junior

Although our very own Colectivo is no longer with us, there is still one close to campus where students can go to get lunch and relax for hours without getting interrupted. It is only a three-minute drive away. Parking is behind the store, and although it is a little cramped, you can always take the twenty-minute walk to the cafe if you are feeling like stretching your legs. It’s located at 9125 W. North Avenue in Wauwatosa.They offer an all-day breakfast and various options of pastries which include croissants, muffins, scones, bagels and cookies.

“I like it because of the coffee and French inspired desserts. It’s is a little more high end if you want to spoil yourself once in a while.” - Jessica Rodrigues, sophomore

Le Reve Café is an ideal place for a casual or fancier meal after a long day, after exam week or just to go with friends or a date. They have seating outside, a two-story restaurant inside with a downstairs bar which offers a vast collection of wine such as sparkling wine, rose, rouge wine, reserve wine, dessert wine, sparkling cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks. It is located in Wauwatosa Village where you can walk around after eating or having a few drinks. It is only a seven-minute drive from campus located at 7610 Harwood Avenue in Wauwatosa. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, brunch, dinner and desserts such as macarons, fruit tarts, chocolate mousse and cakes.

Le Rêve Patisserie & Café

Diners can enjoy their food and drink at the front sitting area at Le Reve.

“It is a good place to treat yourself after a long week because the food is very aesthetically pleasing and delicious though it can be pricey.” - Rose McCann, sophomore