- Chinese Food
- Chinese Restaurant
- Wisconsin
- Milwaukee County
- Chinese Restaurant in North Oakland Avenue
- Crave Cafe
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Hours
Monday, ClosedTuesday, 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday, 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday, 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday, 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday, 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday, 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
About Crave Cafe
Crave Cafe, located at 3592 N Oakland Ave, Shorewood, WI 53211, USA, offers a variety of delicious food options, with a focus on unique and classic burgers. While categorized on some platforms as a Chinese Restaurant, Crave Cafe's menu, based on customer reviews, features American cafe staples with interesting twists.
One enthusiastic customer highly recommended the katsu burger, describing it as an interesting concept that was executed very well. They praised the crispiness of the katsu and the perfect combination with the mayo. They also noted the generous size of the burger. The regular fries were favorably compared to McDonald's fries but were described as less oily and salty, which the reviewer appreciated. An apple soda was also mentioned as a light and refreshing beverage.
This same reviewer expressed their intention to return to try the standard burger and, particularly, the soft shell crab burger, indicating these are also noteworthy items on the menu.
Another customer proclaimed the classic cheeseburger as the "BEST" they've had, mentioning that there are also variations that looked equally delicious. They highlighted the hefty portion size and the crispy fries, which they felt were reminiscent of a drive-in carhop experience. They noted that the ambiance is minimal, suggesting it's primarily a takeout establishment, although there are a few small tables available for eating in. Despite being busy at times and potentially having a stretched staff, the service was described as fine, with wait times not being excessive.
If you are in the Shorewood area and craving a delicious burger, whether it's a classic cheeseburger or a more adventurous option like the katsu or soft shell crab burger, Crave Cafe seems to be a spot worth checking out. You can contact them at (414) 204-8778 or +1 414-204-8778 for orders or inquiries.
Crave Cafe Location
3592 N Oakland Ave, Shorewood, WI 53211, USA
Customer Reviews
I've been wanting to go here for a while and I was not disappointed! I opted to try their katsu burger because it was such an interesting concept to me and it was so good! The katsu was crispy and the katsu and mayo combo was all that was needed for the sandwhich. It's also a huge burger! Their regular fries are the equivalent of McDonald's fries (best fries in my opinion) but less oily and salty. Which was perfectly fine for me. I also had an apple soda which was light and refreshing! Definitely will be back to try their standard burger and especially their shift shell crab burger!!
This is the BEST cheeseburger! I had the classic but there are variations that looked equally delicious. It was a hefty portion and a side of crispy fries made it worthy of a drive-in carhop legacy. (It smelled so good I almost forgot to take a photo....) Not much in the way of ambiance, clearly a mostly take out place but we ate in at one of the three small tables wedged I'm between the doors and the counter. It actually seemed appropriate for the experience. Service is fine. They are stretched a bit thin during busy times but it wasn't a long wait. Loved it!
A hidden gem! After reading this place on a plethora of online forums and lists, I figured to give it a chance and it did not disappoint! Walking in is a small eating space with 3-4 tables Ordering has a simple menu with a variety of burgers and plain fries or seasoned The Crave burger is unreal. Soft brioche bun perfectly complements the fresh burger. The aioli adds the perfect delicate and rich flavor. Overall juicy and mouth watering The fries are crispy yet fluffy. A great pairing with their burgers Service was very fast. Parking can be tight in the lot but ample street parking Will be back soon!
This is another happy review. I'm happy to report that the burgers have improved significantly since my last visit. Korean BBQ They toned down on the shredded cabbage and the sauce in the korean bbq burger. Everything balanced out much better than what I remember, and I could actually taste the kimchi inside this time. The meat was cooked to a nice medium, and travelled well in our to-go order. Soft Shell Crab They put two whole deep fried soft shell crabs in one burger. Topped off with a lot of arugula, bacon and tomatoes. It was good, but not quite as balanced out as the Korean BBQ burger. I'm not quite sure what it is... Lacking some sauce? Overall, the place had some great burgers and I would definitely go back more often that I have recently. But there's a little bit missing still to give it a whopping 5 star review. Plus the buns were really bready... a little less dough would have been nice. And on the downside... the fries weren't awesome. They were ok. But felt more like baked fries than deep fried. In any case, I love improvements and having great joints in my neighborhood. Solid 4!
Who would have thought that the best burgers in Wisconsin would be tucked away in Shorewood. Truly one of the best burgers my husband and I have had in a while and reminded us of our favorite burgers in Washington DC area (Best Damn Burger). If you’re looking to satisfy a burger craving I would not think twice to try this place. We drove up from Illinois and will gladly drive the one hour back when the craving hits again. The burgers taste just as good as they look and are cooked to a perfect medium rare. The topping selections pair nicely and the fries are perfectly seasoned and super crispy. We are already planning our next trip back.
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