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Colectivo Coffee - Wauwatosa (Swan Blvd)
9125 W North Ave, Wauwatosa, WI 53226, United States
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Colectivo Coffee - Wauwatosa (Swan Blvd)
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Am
Review №1

I really like that theres a local coffee house within a few minutes of my home here in the burbs. I feel like once you start getting farther out from the city these little coffee houses are harder and harder to find. That being said this is your typical, perfectly nice Colectivo. I like the abundance of indoor and outdoor seating, although the parking lot is pretty annoying to navigate.Adding the app was a nice touch and thats typically how I order my coffee and food now. I really loved that there was an option for curbside pickup, but that seemed to go away now which really stinks. It was nice to be able to take my dog with me for a drive and not have to get out of the car.The drink and food selections are always good and I like that you never have to wait too terribly long for your order. All in all this is a great coffee house to have in the area!

Jo
Review №2

I like this place it was very convenient for my son and I. Was with in walking distance from our Airbnb. We ordered the Cherizo burritos with some kind of tasty salsa. We both liked very much. I ordered Hot Chai Latta to go with my burrito. Nice and hot N tasty. Rated 4 stars due to prices and minimum interactions with the staff, they just looked as if they were just doing a job...Other then that it was still worth the experience of visiting Colectivo Coffee.

Er
Review №3

Use the app! Also the chorizo burrito is my go to. Always good. Add a side of guac!

Ca
Review №4

High quality drinks and food from this local chain. You can find a nice selection of coffee, espresso, tea and smoothies, and snacks and sandwiches. The vibe is buzzing with people from the community hanging with friends or working on their laptops.

To
Review №5

Kind of a cool spot to get coffee. It’s set up to be a good spot to walk into…but it’s not super convenient as commuter due to limited parking options.The last time I stopped I had to park 2-3 blocks away.But the coffee was decent as colectivo typically is.

Bi
Review №6

I dont drink coffee. Despite that, Colectivo Coffee in Wauwatosa provides a nice place to meet people for a conversation. The outdoor seating is great, and, if you are really lucky, you will hear a truck hitting the railroad overpass just down Swan Boulevard.

mc
Review №7

This review is not a reflection of the employees, but of the company as a whole. treat your workers better or lose business.

Em
Review №8

Had a bad experience here with two rude employee’s. Place was clean and chic and food/tea were decent. However, the lack of basic respect will keep me from ever coming back.

Mi
Review №9

Always a pleasant place for coffee, sandwich, or a treat! Atmosphere is great and employees are friendly and conscientious of overall safety.

ja
Review №10

I love loved everything about this quaint coffee shop. Plenty of ppl watching or business minding can be done here! The coffee was good and I liked my time..

Ge
Review №11

Their outdoor tables are very popular. Order indoors; enjoy outdoors.

Am
Review №12

Too political. What happened to being able to enjoy a coffee and pastry without being bombarded with a political statement? Moving on to other establishments. Sad, because the food and coffee is so delicious.

Wo
Review №13

Not my favorite location. Always greeted by some standoffish young adult, who is just maybe too old be be working a checkout counter, where personality still means something. Food is also less than great. Should stop letting everyone and anyone make the food, it shows!

En
Review №14

This is one of my favorite coffee shops! I love the bright atmosphere here and of course the coffee is AMAZING!I also really love the outdoor seating area as well. One of my favorite things to do is sit out there as the sun goes down while I sip my delicious latte or even just plain coffee!Speaking of there coffee... can I give them a 10 star review? I wish. But seriously they have really really good coffee! There is a reason they are a popular coffee shop and that’s the amazing coffee they provide!I would definitely recommend to anyone who is in the mood for some great coffee and an awesome atmosphere!

Sa
Review №15

My favorite place to work! Its usually busy, and its always a great vibe. Plus, they have excellent seasonal drinks AND the best coffee!

La
Review №16

Service was very warm and welcoming. Coffee was strong. And got a free bag of coffee for being a rewards member!

Em
Review №17

Always consistently good with fast service. The food and baked goods are good. Multiple seating areas. Centrally located on the west side...good spot by yourself or with some friends...easy for a quick pick up too

Et
Review №18

The coffee from Colectivo is always good, but their food is a bit disappointing. I got the potato bacon breakfast burrito, which was good, but a bit small and unimpressive. I would still go back for their drinks, though. The cafe itself is also nice. You can only sit outside, but there are many tables, so its not too bad.

co
Review №19

Always good bakery, great coffee! So glad this is close by.

Sc
Review №20

They refused to take Cash for purchases. Staff was friendly otherwise, coffee was adequate although the cappuccino was not as flavorful as i expected.

Ma
Review №21

The Impossible breakfast sandwich is OFF THE HOOK amazing.Got a hazelnut latte, was excellent.Staff were friendly, liked watching the coffee being roasted.

Jo
Review №22

This place is way better than Starbucks I love Colectivo soooooooooo much can’t wait to be back

Je
Review №23

Had an iced coffee with a friend...it was relaxing and inviting.

Mo
Review №24

Awesome service and great taste. Regularly stop by for some coffee and burrito. My wife loves the oatmeal.

Pa
Review №25

All colectivos are consistent in their branding and product. The customer service was great as well. Just always packed at this location and limited on parking. Part parking lot and part street parking

Da
Review №26

Fantastic service! Delicious coffee and chai. I highly recommend this place. Lots of outdoor seating.

Ca
Review №27

THE. BREAKFAST. SANDWICHES. THE COFFEE. so good

Br
Review №28

Great sandwiches & coffee, service was also great! $$$

Jo
Review №29

Excellent coffee and stuff! My one concern is that the curbside pick up faces opposite the building and one could easily be caught looking at things they shouldnt be looking at on their phone by the delivery barrista. I would never do such things but if I were to (which Im definitely not) it might drop my score from a 5 star to a 4 star because of the added stress of getting busted. But clearly Im giving them a full 5 star so there you go...proof.

Te
Review №30

Colectivo is easy to find in beautiful Wauwatosa. There’s plenty of indoor and outdoor seating and easy parking access. The staff is kind and the menu options are delicious.

As
Review №31

I love this place. If I could afford it Id go pretty much every day. I appreciate that I can go, order on my phone, and get all the yums without getting near anyone. My favorites are the salted caramel late (iced) and the blueberry lemon scone. Ive also done the car side pickup and they are always friendly and pretty fast.

De
Review №32

I miss going into the cafes, though I understand why we cant. The curbside pickup is very convenient, but to use it you need the app and have money loaded. The staff is as always very friendly.

Am
Review №33

Love Colectivo. Good coffee, good food

He
Review №34

A great vibe and area to hang.

Al
Review №35

Outstanding coffee, friendly and fast service. There was plenty of parking too.

Sa
Review №36

Collectivo does great coffee and I like this location! At the corner of a semi busy street but the outdoor seating is still great!

fa
Review №37

The sizes are very small. Not worth the price.

Ma
Review №38

Awesome coffee stop!

Yu
Review №39

I love colectivo but I hesitate to visit there sometimes since the parking space is too limited.

Br
Review №40

A standard strip for us. Last time saw a huge St. Bernard being walked on the sidewalk outside the window. We spent our 30 minutes in the seating area where a stranger offered a friendly hello.

Gl
Review №41

Great atmosphere but lackluster hot cocoa...

Gi
Review №42

Yummy, fresh, and some dairy free options

Ca
Review №43

Love using the app & getting curbside delivery. Chorizo breakfast burrito is fantastic!

De
Review №44

Great coffee choices !!!

Cr
Review №45

Tried their Banana PB power smoothie today. Super good!! The customer service was amazing.

To
Review №46

I love this local cafe. Great coffee and breakfast.

CC
Review №47

This place is bustling! Even though they had large parking lot, I had to park a block away, which is not a problem at all. They have decent sandwiches. Their brownies are really big and dense!

v
Review №48

Not alot of parking. Quick pullup pre order service.

An
Review №49

Ordered an Espresso shake. Had to wait outside for my order, which..ok. It took entirely too long. I think theyre literally filling one order at a time. The shake was good but Ill try another location, hopefully theyve able to fill multiple orders at one time.

Ja
Review №50

My dog loves the scones

Br
Review №51

Best coffee shop ever!!

Ma
Review №52

I have frequented this location often and they always have great service and accuracy.

Th
Review №53

Wasnt as impressed with the drinks. Service was good. But the coffee seemed watered down. Had a dirty chai. Wife had a horchata drink. My mom had a latte of some sort. Ended up going back to buy a few shots of espresso to help the drinks along.Great atmosphere! Outdoor seating.I always say Ill try anything twice just in case it was maybe a bad day. Will update if findings are different.

Wi
Review №54

Best coffee in Milwaukee

Ri
Review №55

We go several times a week, great food but the staff is amazing... Extremely efficient and very kind

Ja
Review №56

Not the cheapest place in the world but the food I got here was good

Ro
Review №57

It amazes me that this coffee house has been given almost 5 stars!! My first visit was walking into a place that was very busy with customers hanging out, working on computers and kicking back drinking their favorite. Though I didnt have something to eat, the food did looked good!! What surprised me was how nice the store was set up for those wanting to get a little extra office or school work done, which many were doing!! But yet almost EVERY outlet they had was not working near the study tables and areas so nicely provided. For that reason alone, I will not come back because this gave me the signal that they really dont care much for the customer. I switched my seating locations 3 time hoping to plug, work a little and relax. Not happening at this coffee shop!!

De
Review №58

A local favorite with great food and their new Mocha Mexican coffee was the BEST!! I love coffee and chocolate and just the right amount of kick to start the day. It is definitely worth getting out of your car for!!

Er
Review №59

I prefer the location on 68th and wells, but this is a quieter location.

Ma
Review №60

Great place for excellent coffee drinks and love anything they make cranberry-bars, scones, muffins!

Ly
Review №61

Good coffee and great avacado toast.Friendly staff. Cant wait until the full menu teturns

Go
Review №62

Been coming here for several years. I love Colectivo, and this location is no exception. Great little space. Especially if you like to sit outside on a nice day. Coffee and food are always excellent. But the parking lot is reeeeallly bad. As is traffic. Sometimes it can get pretty packed in there, too.

So
Review №63

Colectivo is one of my all time favorite local coffee shops. This cafe in particular is quite busy though an excellent place to catch up with friends or get some studying in. The espresso shake is great for a hard pick-me-up and a dessert at the same time. The avocado BLT never disappoints me. The fudge brownies are to die for. Coffee is, of course, great but the acidity is a little high for my preference.

mp
Review №64

Great coffee and tea. I reccomend the mango smoothie drink.

Ka
Review №65

This is a great place for a quick stop on your way or a hangout, chat and chew with your Girls or Boys spot. This has become a place to sit, luxuriate over a good cup, and take in the chill environment of this place for me and my Friends. Were all so busy. We catch up on each others lifes, vent, and laugh out loud like GFS do in this welcoming place.

Ta
Review №66

This coffee is the best! I wish we had one in Colorado!

L.
Review №67

Slow service but good quality.

Ba
Review №68

Very clean with good atmosphere. Staff is helpful and pleasant. Can get busy, but line still moves at a reasonable pace. Parking can be difficult.

Br
Review №69

Love coming here but wish they had a couple larger tables. We sometimes hold small staff meetings (3/4 people) and because we dont have an office, this is convenient for us. Also wish individuals wouldnt take up an entire table. Love their smoothies and sandwiches though!

It
Review №70

They have a long way to go with customer service and being environmentally friendly. Brought in my personal cup and a young lady asked me what she could get started for me. I told her a coconut anthology. She took my cup and filled it to the top. Then the cashier rang me up for $7.00 for my drink and handed my full cup to me. The drink is normally $3.50. When I asked why it was so much she said they recently changed their policy and now charge personal cups by the ounce. I told her they were bad at estimating ounces since my cup doesnt hold 32 ounces which is what I was charged for and that they should ask customers if they want their cup filled to the top before doing it and charging them extra. She just smiled at me. Terrible customer service.

Ma
Review №71

Always happy folks helping get your caffeine fix, or other drinks. And the breakfast burritos are fantastic! If thats not up your alley, try a Danish, or a cinnamon roll...and the caramel espresso bites are a great little treat

Pi
Review №72

Great staff. Wonderful atmosphere. Good food. Support local businesses.1/7/2020 still agree with my review from 3 years ago but now I have an addendum. Its getting too crowded. They have missed making my drink twice now in the past month. Time to find a new place to go. Youll probably be okay going if its early am or later in pm.

Sc
Review №73

Love the atmosphere of this place. Pretty nice town. Just a lot of traffic but that place is jumping with all kinds of people.

GR
Review №74

I like your coffee shop only thing I dont like about it right now because the virus they got their restrooms are closed that means Im going to Starbucks their rest rooms are open.

An
Review №75

The parking lot is somewhat hard to navigate, but once you get inside, its worth it. This coffee shop is simply darling: I love the decor and the overall feel of the place. The prices are slightly more expensive than their competitors, but the coffee is high-quality, and you can trust the product that youre paying for.

Pa
Review №76

Great place. Very comfortable. Will definitely come again!

Ma
Review №77

Great coffee, pretty people. Interesting menagerie styles & interests. Not as edgy as Humboldt or even 68th street. Still, it has its charm

Pa
Review №78

Good selection of food items. Great service. It can be loud with the music and the conversation.

El
Review №79

They have great coffee, a pretty location, and excellent customer service.

Ja
Review №80

Just simply awesome coffee. One of the more plain locations of the local coffee chain, but certainly no change in flavor.This location has some parking problems, and the scenery isnt so great. The Architecture is lackluster. Nice big glass windows though, and the outdoor seating is usually pretty open. It is nice because it isnt as busy as some of the other locations.The coffee is delicious, and the backed goods are amazing. Love the muffins with their unique flavors and, at least perceived health value.

Ma
Review №81

My coffee was too bitter but the frappes were good

La
Review №82

Fairly efficient given the limitations of the moment. A little awkward though.

Al
Review №83

Try some of the new items like the Bacon or Veggie Frittata and if you have a sweet tooth, the Turtle Scone is great!

Wa
Review №84

Awesome pumpkin bread

Lo
Review №85

Great cafe. Super friendly staff, even while crowded. Lots of seating choices, big windows for lots of natural light and views. Large menu with many healthier choices. Very comfortable. People getting work done, others reading the paper, families sharing a meal. Obviously a local hang out. Bike rentals right outside the door too!

da
Review №86

Its a good coffee shop. Prices are a little high but the quality is good. Service is always good.

Ky
Review №87

The food isnt as good as I remember or the Bay View location, but the coffee and bakery are still fine. But it is the best coffee shop in the area that serves food proper.

Am
Review №88

I LOVE the new vegan menu items. The edamame wrap is delicious and the cauliflower banh mi sandwich is one of my new favorite dishes period. Two flavorful options that can’t easily be found anywhere else in the city. There are a couple other vegan options I haven’t had yet but I’m glad more interesting ones like these are available here. Friendly and helpful staff. Always a fan of the cold brew.

Dr
Review №89

We have our team meetings for work here and they red room is spacious and quiet enough for a meeting to happen. Love that we started coming here a couple months ago. Service is great as well.

Wi
Review №90

Excellent coffee and atmosphere. Employees are always willing to help one make a decision or discuss drinks. For those looking to purchase their own coffee-making supplies, Colectivo offers this as well.

Ca
Review №91

Got a green hornet smoothie and orange dreamsicle... both were delicious. Great customer service and awesome people watching location.

Ja
Review №92

Espresso drinks are great and the coffee braised pork burrito was awesome.

Ky
Review №93

Great coffee spot. Usually busy enough to not feel like it is dead, but also not packed that you cant find a spot to sit down.Great coffee and nice atmosphere. Always have great customer service from staff when I am there.

Ch
Review №94

Great vibe, delicious coffees and teas. Caffeine free herbal tea available here as well. Had the salmon sandwich for lunch; delicious.

Ja
Review №95

This is a great coffee shop to study at. The only complaint I have with this particular colectivo is that the WiFi is really bad. The connection speed is fine, but the throughput is terrible. As long as you dont need a solid connection to work from, this place is a favorite.

Ka
Review №96

Best coffee EVER. A large just isnt large enough. ;) Youll enjoy a nice choice of seating, either comfy couch or at a table with friends, or watch the neighbors jog by at a stool by the window. The food is great, as well, of course.

Ch
Review №97

Sometimes you wanna go where everybody knows your name.

El
Review №98

Just came in from South Carolina the coffee was awesome and the avocado toast was yummy

El
Review №99

First time visitor. Loved the variety of seating. Good place for students to get some work done and enjoy drink or food. Only tried a smoothie at this visit and I would definitely buy it again.

Aa
Review №100

I live at this place for personal or business visits. Excellent menu and get teas/coffees. Would definitely recommend for a quick grab and go or sit-down!

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  • Address:9125 W North Ave, Wauwatosa, WI 53226, United States
  • Site:http://colectivocoffee.com/cafes/wauwatosa-swan-blvd/
  • Phone:+1 414-259-7948
Categories
  • Coffee shop
  • Breakfast restaurant
  • Cafe
  • Takeout Restaurant
  • Sandwich shop
Working hours
  • Monday:7AM–5PM
  • Tuesday:7AM–5PM
  • Wednesday:Closed
  • Thursday:7AM–5PM
  • Friday:7AM–5PM
  • Saturday:7AM–5PM
  • Sunday:7AM–5PM
Service options
  • Outdoor seating:Yes
  • Curbside pickup:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Delivery:No
  • 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 parking lot:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible seating:Yes
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Comfort food:Yes
  • Healthy options:Yes
  • Organic dishes:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
  • Vegetarian options:Yes
Dining options
  • Dessert:Yes
  • Seating:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • High chairs:Yes
  • Restroom:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Crowd
  • College students:Yes
  • Family-friendly:Yes
  • Groups:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
Payments
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
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