Ellas Cafe

Ellas Cafe

, Milwaukee, WI

★★★★4.3(1,437 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Ella's Cafe is a welcoming Milwaukee institution that's evolved into its own distinctive vibe—part cozy bistro, part sophisticated lounge where regulars keep coming back year after year. The drinks are the real draw here, from expertly crafted specialty cocktails like their legendary cosmopolitan to thoughtfully made coffee drinks, all paired with genuinely delicious food that punches above typical cafe fare. It's the kind of place where you can linger for hours, whether you're meeting a friend or settling in solo, and leave feeling like you've discovered something special that's authentically its own thing.

What to expect

Specialty coffee, with creative signature drinks. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Light food on the menu. Open late. Family friendly.

Late nightsTraditional drinksSignature drinksLight foodSpecialty drinksSlow sitFamily friendlyMeetings

Google Reviews

Hydiac1 Carter
★★★★★5 months ago

The place is very welcoming beautiful atmosphere the food is very delicious the drinks is amazing 10/10 highly recommend it was my first time going oh my goodness I will be back time & time again! & a special thank you to my server Noah who checked on me frequently throughout…

Ryan Mackman, MBA, MHA
★★★★5 months ago

I’ve been going here for years, and even after all this time, I think the best way to describe Elsa’s is that it’s just its own vibe—part bistro, part lounge. Fantastic burgers, and they keep it fairly simple. It’s good food, interesting ambience, and a great place to grab a…

Sam Abdul
★★★★★8 months ago

My wife’s coworker recommended this place, so we go there and the atmosphere was very nice feels like a fine dining restaurant. Food was awesome and great. I really recommend this place for a great night .. I know I’m going there again for sure

Nikki O'Neill
★★★★★a year ago

Elsa's OTP used to be my place back about 15 years ago, then the vibe started to change & it was no longer on my list of places. Let me tell you, Elsa's & the city's BEST cosmo is BACK! Our server was a friendly & nice gal with excellent recommendations. She was attentive &…

Canice G
★★★★2 years ago

1st timer! Nice restaurant, nice atmosphere, interesting location based on parking. Parking is somewhat of a hassle which for me personably would stop me from going. We were a party of 3 and spent a total of $95 for lunch! Gratuity of 18% is added and labeled as “Service charge”…

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