Cafe Hollander
Cafe Hollander is a Dutch-Belgian café at 2608 N Downer Ave, with beer, craft cocktails, zero-proof drinks, and dishes such as Moules Frites.
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- Address
- 2608 N Downer Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53211
- Phone
- +14149636366
- Website
- cafehollander.com

Dutch-Belgian café on Downer Avenue
Dutch-Belgian café cooking defines Cafe Hollander at 2608 N Downer Ave. Casual dress, upscale-casual service, and standard pacing make it a fit for an all-day plan without a formal dress requirement.
Moules Frites, beer, and zero-proof drinks
Buckatabon Cheese Curds, Moules Frites, Classic Fish Fry, Double Smashed Veggie Beet Burger, and Spice-Rubbed Salmon with Cilantro Zhoug shape the dish roster. Beer, craft cocktails, and zero-proof drinks sit alongside local sourcing and farm-to-table sourcing.
The Essentials
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Hollander | Northpoint, Dutch-Belgian Café | $$ | |
| Birch | $$$ | Lower East Side, Contemporary Midwest Farm-to-Table | |
| Milwaukee Waterfront Deli | Juneau Town, American Deli | $$ | |
| Swig | $$ | Historic Third Ward, Modern American Small Plates | |
| Jing's | Historic Third Ward, Shanghai Chinese | $$ | |
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- Cozy
- Well Known
- Lively
- Casual
- Brunch
- Casual Hangout
- Group Dining
- Family
- Celebration
- Terrace
- Private Dining
- Beer Program
- Craft Cocktails
- Zero Proof
- Local Sourcing
- Farm To Table
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 8 AM–10 PM
- Tuesday
- 8 AM–10 PM
- Wednesday
- 8 AM–10 PM
- Thursday
- 8 AM–10 PM
- Friday
- 8 AM–11 PM
- Saturday
- 8 AM–11 PM
- Sunday
- 8 AM–10 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
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