Best Cake Places in Waukesha

"Donuts go fast at this Italian bakery, so you might have to choose an almond bear claw or eclair instead, which probably have spots somewhere in the great donut pantheon. But whatever donut you pick, from jelly filled to cruller, it will be soft and fresh. Don't bother trying to ignore the Italian cookies, you'll need a pound of those, too."

"A Milwaukee native’s tried and true, this bakery is filled with not only donuts, but coffee cakes, muffins, pastries and pies!. Your sweet-tooth is looking forward to the trip."

"Seriously, mini is where it is at when it comes to desserts and these tasty little treats offer a selection of Classy Girl’s 50+ delicious flavor offerings (yes that says 50!) including vegan & gluten-free. The challenge lies in narrowing your options. Photo by Craig John Photography / Plates rented from Relics Vintage Rentals"

"Because with flavors like Caramel Stout, Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookie and Cinnamon Pecan French Toast, you can't just pick one."

"This Third-Ward fixture is famed for its spiced and candied nuts, sold in specialty shops throughout the city and online. But on Fridays, Treat cranks up the heat in its kitchen by offering a limited number of cookies, including one of the best chocolate chip cookies we’ve ever tasted."

"This is a small neighborhood park containing high quality woodlands (122 plant species) and one of the headwater streams of the Oak Creek watershed."

"Located just off of Lake Shore Drive, this park is a veritable diamond in the rough hidden in suburban Wisconsin. Set up a blanket on the bluff and enjoy views you certainly wouldn’t expect to glimpse next to casual cul-de-sacs and suburban homes."

"Grant Park might just be the second most popular beach in Milwaukee. An outdoor enthusiast’s dream, the beach is near hiking trails, a golf course and outdoor event space. You’ll struggle to choose what to do – swim or practice your golf swing."

"Combine a hike through beautiful Grant Park on the scenic Seven Bridges Trail, or a game of golf at Grant Park golf course, with an afternoon at the beach. Sand volleyball courts and a brand new facility for concessions add to the fun."

"Hawthorne Ave., South Milwaukee, WI 53172county.milwaukee.gov. “Enter this wild wood and view the haunts of nature.”. This message, written on a sign atop a covered bridge, welcomes you to the Seven Bridges Trail in Grant Park."

"Located just off of Lake Shore Drive, this park is a veritable diamond in the rough hidden in suburban Wisconsin. Set up a blanket on the bluff and enjoy views you certainly wouldn’t expect to glimpse next to casual cul-de-sacs and suburban homes."

"Bradford Beach is Milwaukee’s largest and most popular beach. Located within minutes of downtown on Lincoln Memorial Drive, Bradford Beach is surprisingly expansive, and given its popularity, gets pretty crowded especially on weekends, though there is almost always a quiet corner for a little peace and relaxation. There is a free parking lot across the street, a public restroom area with a quick service food stand, and the beach has permanent tiki bars perfect for grabbing a drink."

"Within the last decade, this East Side beach (accessible between East North Avenue and Kenwood Boulevard, along Lincoln Memorial Drive) has experienced a renaissance in that food and beverage options (including a custard stand called Northpoint Custard, operated by The Bartolotta Restaurants), as well as equipment rentals, finally became available. The downside is that crowds have increased. And there might be a pro-volleyball tournament happening during your visit."

"Bradford Beach is among Milwaukee’s most popular beaches, with the public flocking here as soon as the mercury starts rising. With lifeguards on duty seven days a week, it also has great amenities nearby – frozen custard, anyone?. Thanks to funding efforts, Bradford Beach got a makeover in 2008, diverting the bacteria-laden stormwater runoff that used to cover the sand."

"Walker's Point A recent transplant from Madison, MobCraft brews all of its beer the crowdsourced way: by letting the public submit ideas for a beer, and then everyone gets to vote on the ones the brewery decides they can actually create (sorry, no squid ink beer for you). It makes sense, then, that a brewery for the people and by the people would offer tours where people can see other people’s beer being made. Tours are laid back and include history of the brewery, how the crowdsourcing model works, possibly some selfies with the tour guide, and probably educational content."

"If you’re a fan of sours, look no further than MobCraft, which has a dedicated wild and sours program. The taproom also features crowdsourced beer where the customers decide what they brew. Ideas are submitted, and the winner is picked by how many pre-orders are placed for it."