Gingerbread House

This place is a treasure! Delicious food, cozy environment, love the chickens outside! I spent an afternoon working here and had a date night. Both lunch and dinner were amazing. 4 stars because they could have more friendly servers.

Cute & quaint! We came for brunch on a Sunday afternoon– parking lot was packed– but don’t let that discourage you. We were seated at high noon on Sunday after church with no problem! The seats are very close together, very cozy if you like tight spaces. We had the French toast & the house eggs Benedict. Food was good! But it wasn’t the best we’ve ever had– which is why we didn’t give it 5 stars. It was a fun experience– the drinks were served in cute mugs.

I am writing this review based on 2 things – the absolute fantastic bloody marys (served in a mason jar with almost a full salad for garnish including a cocktail shrimp!) and the warm ham and buns you can get there on Sunday mornings – you may be able to get this every morning – I’m not sure. The décor is very Midwest Country – cute and charming and service is good. I’ve had several kinds of sandwhiches which were good, but nothing stands out in my mind as being exceptional, except the bloody marys, of course.

Best espresso drinks around, great pastries too. Definately a little pricey, but worth a stop. Enjoy a Sunday brunch on the deck with the chickens

I found this place on Unilocal while visiting Muckego. I was looking for a non chain coffee house and this place was perfect. They use coffee from a Milwaukee based coffee company called Valentine Coffee Roasters. I am something of a coffee critic, and I thought the coffee was quite good. The only down side is that this place gets really busy; if you can call that a down side at all. The atmosphere is great and the service is top notch. Easy five stars.

The coffee is ok.
The pastries aren’t great. They’re huge and heavy and overly sweet. I suppose that’s fantastic if that’s your thing.
Service is average.
It’s a very cute place in a very random setting. I did love the chickens running around and visiting.

I have had their bakery on several occasions and their cake is delectable! It is one of my favorites and I would order it for any special occasion. It is also a great place to grab lunch, I wouldn’t hesitate to take a drive just to go there and get a grilled cheese. Yum!!!

Great atmosphere and food! We had the strawberry waffles and French toast. You could tell everything as made with fresh ingredients. All of the staff is very friendly and makes you welcome. I will definitely be coming back!

I really, really, really like this place! What a sweet and cozy spot to have good conversation over football field-​sized croissants and pools of creamy coffee drinks. It is quaint as its namesake calls to mind. You imagine being able to eat gum drops off its walls and sugar buttons off its floors. Now, I’m not instructing you to start picking crumbs off the floor and eating them. I was working on your visual. Buy something from the artistic display of baked goods (see: bakery cases) instead. Every item is expertly crafted and tastes as good as it looks. The staff is just as sweet as their treats too. Smiles are in abundance, as is the quality food. Alongside strudel and iced sugar cookies, there are also soups, sandwiches, and bright salads. After enjoying one of Gingerbread House’s delights, there is a boutique shop upstairs. It’s full of artisan items for sale, including seasonal décor and homemade baby gifts, art, and even a wine bar for a waiting area. Come in the evening to sit with the bartender to sample wines and beer. You may even be tempted to try one of their build-​your-​own-​bloody-​marys in a mason jar. There are shrimp, bacon, sausage, peppers, etc. to fill your cup. Gingerbread House has set the standard for filling you up and with quality food and drink. I only wish I would’ve found this place sooner. I want it to be MY new coffee stop. FYI: Come before 11:00 if you want to forgo a wait. Otherwise, it’s well worth one. For the warmer months, they have a nice patio for outdoor dining or sipping. If you don’t have the time to sit there, they have a drive-​thru! How accommodating.

If I could give zero stars, I would.
We came for a lovely Friday lunch on my husband’s day off. Our toddler was along. Seeing a fruit and spinach salad on the menu, I was confident we would be able to order (and pay for, of course) a bowl of berries or fruit and be good to go! Nope! Not only is that «only available on the weekend» the waitress and the hostess made no effort to see if that could be possible. Then, emerging into the parking lot we saw our vehicle blocked in. Thankfully, the motorist was in her car but rudely told us, «well this area is employee parking so you would have been blocked in.» No sign, of course. Rude, not family friendly, and did I mention rude? We will NOT be back, which the establishment doubtless doesn’t care about, but we WILL also share our negative experience. #brandfail

The Rueben was delicious. There isn’t a kids menu, that was the only disappointing thing. We made due by ordering the grilled cheese for both boys to share and it was plenty big enough for a 6 and 9 yr old to share! And they LOVED it! Said it was their new favorite! (Watch out Panera!) The place is small, so you are sandwiched in between your neighbor, but it’s a cozy feeling! No one seems to mind! I love the cozy feel of this restaurant, and the food is good! The desserts are incredible, and the coffee is really good! I am a coffee snob, and theirs is worthy! The owner is great, really knows her customer service! My grandson ordered a donut but didn’t like the mint green candies on it so she offered him a new one, free of charge and let them take the donut home for Mom! Terrific! Will go back again and again!

Great for a coffee drink in a big mug (LOVE the Highlander Grogg) and a delicious bakery treat. I’d recommend stopping in during an afternoon or night after dinner because meal times get PACKED. Seriously, there will be nowhere to park or sit as their dining floor isn’t that big. Still, the staff is always friendly and I recommend the porch in the warm months!

I’m giving the Gingerbread House 4 stars after my recent visit.
First things first: there was absolutely NO parking (which is a testament to their popularity). I had to park across the busy street (College Avenue). (Note to owners: you might want to consider cutting those snowbanks on College Avenue down, it’s pretty tough to see oncoming traffic.)
This is an old converted farmhouse. Very cool! Downstairs is the restaurant, and the upstairs bedrooms have been turned into a cute boutique.
After I dropped my mom off and went to park, we got inside to find the wait was around 30 minutes. However, this was also during their busy /​peak time. Like the rest of people waiting for a table, my mom and I headed upstairs to the boutique. It was really cramped upstairs. Not just with people, but with stuff crammed in every nook and cranny. There was cutesy farm /​country chic décor at every turn. It was pretty tight quarters, and a lot of people were really just hanging out, waiting for their names to be called.
Also located upstairs: a tiny bar. The bar area is really cute. There is probably seating for 10 – 12 people at the most. It was a little odd, but here, but it works.
My mom and I finally got our table. Despite how busy they were, the service was attentive. I give snaps to our waitress for not writing our order down and getting it all right! My mom had the quiche, and I had a grilled cheese that put all others to shame. It was all really good.
Prices are reasonable. Pretty much what you’d expect for a place like this. I was very impressed though — normally its hard for me to come away feeling of this good about a restaurant. Their pastry /​dessert case looked AWESOME! My mom and I didn’t get any because we were so full.
Overall thoughts: A charming place for a mother-​daughter lunch or girls day out. I will be back, and I’ll be bringing my sisters and nieces next time. (Sorry, guys — although I saw some men here, too).

The last two visits there (one in May 2014) and (one in July 2014) we received so-​so service. The hamburger was overcooked. The server did not ask me how I wanted it done. I had to look for the server for our check, only to find out from another nearby table that she put the check and my credit card on their table!!! Won’t be back in a long time, unfortunately.

Stellar looking pastry!
A wild array of coffee beverages!
AND CHICKENS!
(crossing the road)
If you ever wondered why the chicken crossed the road, it was to get from the barn to The Gingerbread House which has a delightful patio perfect for a weekend of sitting and sipping.

I’ve been coming for years and always come out of my way for lunch. You may be surprised at prices when you initially look at the menu but the portions served are perfect for 2. If you don’t mind sharing, I suggest ordering a cup of soup and then split a sandwich with a friend.
GBH is very cozy and tight but the eclectic nature of the place makes it all worth it. The food is made with love and it’s just fabulous! All meals are served on sturdy Longaberger plates. The coffee mugs are HUGE and their house blend is awesome! I’ve tried their other flavors or Berres Bros (a small Wi favorite) and they’re great. They even serve Highlander Grogg! :)
My family loves the chicken salad sandwich but I like switching it up. All sandwiches are great, superb soup, too! I’ve never had their burgers but the waitress seemed to really suggest trying one.
This isn’t just a place to take mom or grandma but it would be a nice spot to bring a date if you don’t mind the noise.
Due to the tight nature, I wouldn’t take kids here but if you do, the kiddos will love the food. They make a rockin’ grilled cheese!
Also — Tuesday is chicken pot pie day and Fridays they serve fish fry! Pot pie is amazing!

Huge coffee house drinks.

I was impressed my first time there for lunch on a Wednesday. The atmosphere is so warm and inviting and the chickens outside were really fun to see. The food is pure quality. I had a half tuna salad sandwich (open faced) and chicken soup with cheese tortellini. It also came with a tiny amount of salad. However, I was still hungry when I was finished. For someone who’s a size 2, that’s not good. Oh well. My mom, aunt and I shared a generous sized piece of carrot cake and that satisfied me. The total bill was pricier than what I expected, but the food was absolutely delicious.
I also really enjoyed the boutique upstairs. Again, a little overpriced but definitely unique and well made items. I will say that I felt that the manager or whomever greeting tables came off as rude to my mom and aunt when they asked for the bill. I don’t care for that and that might make me think twice before coming back.

I really love this place and I’m sad that I don’t live in Muskego anymore! Luckily, I’m still not far and I often meet my mom here for lunch or just coffee and a pastry. Speaking if pastries, this place always has fresh, home baked treats that are to die for! Paired with a cup of coffee or one of their signature coffee drinks, it’s really a perfect little escape.
The brunches, lunches and dinners are also top notch. The hours vary for when food is served and the menus is select, but what they have are amazing soups, salads and sandwiches! A daily special is always offered and the fish fry on the Fridays… Well, it’s one of the best in the area!
The kitschy atmosphere and unique boutique upstairs add real charm. It’s like going to grandmas house, every time. I highly recommend giving this place a try!

Great bakery! Great breakfast!
A tad small so sometimes seating is an issue, but the atmosphere is fun & welcoming!
You’ll pay a little more for your food (drinks and bakery too) but it’s worth it for the quality of what you get!
I also love the chickens & farm ducks wandering around in the warm weather!
Overall: I dig it :)