Reviews
5 out of 5 stars


5 out of 5 stars
Vince P.
1/22/2025
Ordered takeout from here about a week ago during our last snow storm, would definitely stay in if I had more time. The potato leek soup was very comforting and in a generous portion, reminded me a little of my mom's recipe. It was still pretty warm after a 10 minute walk in the cold. Staff was very friendly and welcoming, and order was ready by the time I got there.


5 out of 5 stars
Kiaya S.
9/19/2024
Local Gem Alert the phone did not eat first because this granola and fruit is delicious and has to be consumed immediately upon purchase! Sipping turtle is the best neighborhood coffee shop! Dog friendly inside, tons of food and drink items, strong WiFi and a relaxing atmosphere! The Thai tea with boba and yogurt mixed fruit and granola are my favorite and service is always kind and timely!
5 out of 5 stars
Elizabeth C.
9/06/2024
Was very excited of the place and was not disappointed! Food is very unique in drinks and I would recommend. Although I do wish to not sit in a sofa instead of a chair but thats okay! No shame in small spaces.The atmosphere is very chittery but also calm and the same time and pleasing!๐ขโ๏ธ And the staff is very nice and welcoming! Would come back๐
5 out of 5 stars
Metro P.
7/16/2024
It is a great place to hang out or talk to friends after school or if you need a place that has food and drinks but a place that is also quiet so you can focus on your work or whatever you're doing on your computer. It's a great way to relax there do your work eat a bagel or have a drink, I would recommend the bagels because they are good. My favorite drink there to get when I'm out of school is Oreo milk tea, I would recommend that as well. It's just a really nice place to relax and have something for yourself.
5 out of 5 stars
Nino W.
5/16/2024
Nice little gems cafe , the owner and staff are friendly and welcoming . So far , We had ping blossoms late , ice mocha , rice porridge, cake, muffin egg and bacon , and breakfast tea , etc as we visit the cafe more than twice , as we feel so relaxing! This is our first time vacation in Milwaukee area . We got to know the owner by chance . She gave us delicious ๐ช cookie as a complement. Thank you ! By the way I see they do Thai tea on the menu , if you guys never had it before and want to experience this , then make your own way to this cafe . You wonโt regret!!


5 out of 5 stars
Phil S.
4/25/2024
04/24/24 - Checking out Sipping Turtle Cafe something new for me. Sipping Turtle Cafe is on the corner of Milwaukee & Central Park. I love this place such a cool vibe and some very creative looking dishes. Cool little cafe w/an awesome vibe. I came here w/my wife and ordered a smoked salmon salad & a smoked croissant sandwich w/goat cheese, cucumbers & capers excellent light and a good blend of ingredients. The smoked salmon had sesame seeds & a nice blend of spring greens, avocados, cucumbers & tomatoes. Both of the dishes were very good lite & delicious. There are other things on the menu I would like to try so I will be back again. The staff
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars
Fatimah A.
1/02/2024
I ordered the matcha and it was the best and most authentic matcha I had at a cafe. The drink doesnโt have any sweetness, so I would recommend asking for syrup if you like your drinks sweet. Would totally recommend. Staff was super friendly and had delicious options to choose from.
5 out of 5 stars
Natalie W.
10/16/2023
Very cute cafe, good service, seems to be dog-friendly. I ordered congee (rice porridge) with pork and it was not as expected - it was quite salty and had bacon and a hard-boiled egg in it. Also came with oyster crackers, which was weird - sort of like congee turned into a white people soup. Wouldn't recommend this dish, but I haven't tried anything else here yet.
5 out of 5 stars
Abigail C.
6/06/2023
I come here all the time so I might as well make a review. I live around the corner and itโs always so convenient to have this cafe by me when I want an iced tea run or if Iโm craving milk tea with boba. My sister and I always get the peach black iced tea but the brown sugar milk tea will always have my heart since they opened in 2020. Everyone there is so sweet and overtime Iโve seen the cafe grow. Iโve always liked the plant aesthetic and the music there is great. Iโm also happy they added the little water station too hehe. Also you gotta try the ham and cheese croissant. Usually I get it but I tried the guacamole and egg sandwich and I canโt stop ordering it. But yeah 10/10, go if you ever have the chance:) -Your neighborhood friend Abby:)


5 out of 5 stars
Corinne W.
5/13/2023
Sipping turtle has quickly become my favorite cafe in Avondale. I go there at least twice a week so some might say I have an addiction lol. Though it's easy to become addicted to this place. Their drink selection offers something for everyone and includes a variety of coffee drinks, smoothies, teas and bubble milk teas. Some of my favorites I've tried are the hazelnut miel latte and Vietnamese coffee. Their food menu also offers something for everyone and includes a variety of banh mi sandwiches, bagel sandwiches, croissant sandwiches, steamed buns, soups, salads and pastries. I live off of their lox and cream cheese bagel sandwich and the smoked salmon and goat cheese croissant- so good!On top of their food and drinks being amazing, all of the staff is very kind and it feels like I'm going to see friends when I stop by (shout out to Mateo and Gwen!) They are always accommodating and brighten my day. The cafe is a calming space where you can sit down to get some work done, chat with a friend or simply read a book and you will usually spot a cute dog or two. Thanks for being such an important part of the community and always keeping my belly and heart full, Sipping Turtle!


5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars
DiAnre L.
3/12/2023
My first experience was already great, but my second was more than memorable. I had come in to get something for lunch and realized I left my wallet in a shop across the way. I was about to cancel the order, but one of the workers had assured me I could come back and pay later. On top of that, I told them I would be back to grab my wallet and they reserved my seating in the cafe as well. Once I came back my food was ready and I still had seating, and they assured me I could pay after I was done eating. I'm not sure if this happens often or if they just happened to be very nice, but that was one of the most trusting and above and beyond customer service experiences I've ever gotten and I will definitely be back.
5 out of 5 stars
Alexandros P.
1/30/2023
We came from south side just for this awesome cafe and we were not disappointed! The food is fresh, delicious, and made with care. Loved the buns and the wasabi salmon was scrumptious ๐ The coffee was perfect. Iโll be back and bringing friends to savor their food. Totally worth it!!! Oh and the staff could not be nicer. Super cool, all of them.
5 out of 5 stars
SBL
1/11/2023
Loved this cafรฉ and the variety on their menu. Really enjoy starting my Saturday or Sunday with a big lattรฉ and bowl of rice porridge (Congee). Based off the menu, I was expecting a bit more with the pork congee (outside of a three chunks of bacon and a few pieces of scallion), but overall, was still pleased.
5 out of 5 stars
Juliana Z.
9/29/2022
Fall started and this was a good place to get some hot drinks. ๐ฃ๐น๐ฎ๐ฐ๐ฒ: the place is charming, we love the decorations, real plants around and the music is fantastic, they have a big sofa and cusion seats, perfect for relaxing when you drink your beverages. Also they have a little place where you can grab a book and read. ๐๐ผ๐ผ๐ฑ: our beverages were fantastic. Better than expected, they also have some food ( you can see the menu in the web page) but in this time we just order our lattes, have plant milk if you don't want regular milk. ๐๐๐๐๐ผ๐บ๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐๐ถ๐ฐ๐ฒ: was fantastic, they are so friendly and kind. One thing that really we loved and appreciated was that they took our drinks to our tableโค ๐ช๐ฒ ๐ผ๐ฟ๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ฟ: โญVanilla Cardamon ( oat milk) โญCappuccino (oat milk) Espaรฑol Nada mejor para celebrar y disfrutar el otoรฑo que unas bebidas calientes. Nos encanto este cafe, la decoraciรณn con plantas reales y musica le dan una atmรณsfera tranquila para desconectar un poco y dusfrutar de tu bebida, tienen un sofa y comodos asientos alrededor, al igual que una pequeรฑa biblioteca para tomar un libro y leerlo mientras estas alli. Nuestras bebidas superaron nuestras expectativas, tienen Leche de origen vegetal por si no quieres la Leche regular, al igual que algunos acompaรฑamientos por si quieres comer algo mas, puedes ver el menu en la pรกgina web. El servicio al cliente fue genial, realmente nos sorprendiรณ que llevaran nuestras bebidas a nuestra mesa, muchas gracias por ese detalleโค Vegetarian options: Plant based milk Kid-friendliness: They have some books for kids.


5 out of 5 stars
Anna B.
9/13/2022
This establishment has been a saving grace to me as I'm studying for a large boards exam! It is bright, peaceful, and everything is delicious. The employees and patrons have all been extremely kind. Lovely place to spend an afternoon studying or catching up with a friend. Highly recommend!
5 out of 5 stars
Ale R.
9/12/2022
Such a good coffee shop! I come here every time when Iโm in the area, itโs now my comfort place. Iโve had a truffle brownie so good! Lemon bar also soooo good! The lemon bar wasnโt like an eggy taste, wasnโt sticky, just so perfect. There matcha is so good. My favorite matcha out of all the coffee shops Iโve been to (which is out of six). Tasty dirty chais. They have a water station incase you dine in and I love it so you donโt waste any plastic. Oh and shout out to the Hispanic boy! He makes such good drinks. Not too much ice, perfect amount of everything. You can tell he puts a lot of effort in his drinks. All of the workers are very friendly and kind.
5 out of 5 stars
Johnny S.
8/23/2022
Love that they have lavender syrup for the lattes here! I always get the bagel sandwich that has goat cheese, itโs very refreshing. Itโs usually decently busy so it may take a minute for your food but in my opinion itโs always worth the wait. Ingredients are quality and fresh. Staff are hard workers.
5 out of 5 stars
Ann T.
7/15/2022
This cafe is wonderful. A random request to help us out the day we were leaving Chicago to head back home to Edinburgh, Scotland. Such kindness from the owner and staff -amazing! We will pay the kindness forward. If you are looking for a place that has a great community vibe and fab food and smoothies then the Sipping Turtle cafe is the place to go
5 out of 5 stars


5 out of 5 stars
Ria O.
4/26/2022
An absolute favorite local coffee shop of mine in Avondale! It's such a cute place to work in or hang out with friends and the staff is always so kind. I've tried a lot from their menu and here are my ratings so far:Cardamom Tea (Hot With a Splash of Milk): 5/5, soothing taste that reminds me of masala chai and it's served in the cutest cup with a lid to keep the drink warm for hoursButterfly Pea Matcha (Iced) and Rose Matcha (Iced): 5/5, part of their spring drink menu! Definitely check it out - personally, I'm such a fan of the fact that their matcha isn't overly sweet like most places (it's very authentic)! And the butterfly pea one looks really cool :)Thai Iced Tea (with Boba): 4/5, wasn't my absolute favorite drink at this place, but if you're ever in the mood for boba, it's a good option!Earl Grey Tea (Hot With a Splash of Milk): 5/5, no complaints here!


5 out of 5 stars
Amy Z.
3/31/2022
I come here to get some work done frequently. The peach iced tea and vanilla latte are great. The baristas are always extremely friendly and the service is pretty fast. There are a lot of cute plants in this cafe, many of which are for sale. It is always very clean and a relatively quiet and relaxed place to get some work done. Lots of natural sunlight in the cafe.


5 out of 5 stars
Cindy Z.
1/16/2022
this is literally my go to spot. either to go work on my homework, hand with friends, or simply because i needed something to drink. Such great service and it's truly a beautiful setting !! they have books anyone could read and they recently added a record player which is absolutely stunning definitely my favorite coffee shop :))


5 out of 5 stars
Shaley A.
12/03/2021
Beautiful little corner coffee/cafe shop with sunny, chill jungle vibes. Music isn't too loud, good coffee, interesting selections of bites, super friendly staff, and enough room to do some work/studing if you need it (lots of outlets). Will be coming back again to hang and get some work done. For the plant enthusiasts out there, they have large hanging baskets of pothos, spider plants, philodendron hederacum, as well as some nice succulents, fiddle leaf fig, and even small monsteras for sale. Did I mention the south and southwest windows? Beautiful little space that will give you the energy to be productive.
5 out of 5 stars
Brianna B.
10/11/2021
A neighborhood gem!! This cute little family-owned cafe has the best bubble tea for miles around. Their breakfast options are healthy and affordable with the freshest ingredients! My favorite right now is the dragonfruit and avocado on sourdough.They go above and beyond for customers to create a real sense of community.


5 out of 5 stars
J G.
10/06/2021
I live a few blocks away from this place and it opened up shortly before the pandemic. Never can here before but went here on a whim today and it's safe to say that this cute little place is really something. I ordered their ham sandwich and leek soup and was blown away. Also ordered a small Americano and it's damn good coffee. Much better than anything you could get at a corporate coffee shop. Would highly recommend!


5 out of 5 stars
Amanda G.
10/03/2021
Loved my experience here. Food was fresh and you could tell it was cooked from the heart. They put care into the things they do here. Had the milk tea and a bowl of soup, really a nice cafe to stop when you need a quite break from things. I read a book and drank my boba tea and really recommend it.
