Fairgrounds Coffee and Tea
916 E State St, Milwaukee, WI
Crema's Take
“Fairgrounds is a stylish lakefront café where the atmosphere is just as carefully crafted as the coffee itself, complete with charming details like swings by the counter and multiple comfortable seating zones perfect for lingering conversations. Their baristas nail both espresso-focused drinks and pour overs with friendly, efficient service, though some find the pricing a touch steep for what you're getting. The early opening hours and outdoor patio make it an ideal spot to catch sunrise views near the lake, even if you're stopping by before heading downtown.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, with a pour-over program, matcha and tea options too. A slow-sit, outdoor seating spot, good for meetings. Pastries and light food on the menu. Opens early.
Google Reviews
Delightful staff. Modern place. Great coffee. My muffin was "eh" but my expectations for fresh bakery in America is quite low. My companion and I could talk at a comfortable level, and the chairs were adequate for a 2 hour convo without getting numb from sitting.
First time here. Recommended to me by a friend. It is a nice location, just a short distance from the lake. They have patio seating outside, although it was a little too cold for that today, and a decent size seating area inside. There are different size tables for two, four, or…
I love the look of this place and the may seating options. The swings near the counter are a cool touch. I have to say that the coffee really isn't my cup of tea. I've ordered from their seasonal menu and found the coffee to be bitter and watery, while I personally like coffee…
Cute cafe nestled between lakefront and downtown. The atmosphere here stands out the most. Food and drink were a bit overpriced imho. They were good but not as good as stone creek coffee.
I always receive great service here, baristas are friendly and I don’t have to wait too long for my order. It’s a great location, quiet, ambiance is nice and they keep it clean. For some reason I can’t get behind the coffee here though, might just be me but it always tastes…
Crema Reviews
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