Charles E Fromage

Service = *****Ambiance = *****Outdoor seating and view = *****Drink menu = *****This is a hidden gem in Wauwatosa/Milwaukee. Small place with a big atmosphere with the outdoor seating. In MKE we look for great spots like this to sit outside and enjoy the warm weather. My date suggested this place and I've never been here. Nice selection of drinks and nice small menu for appetizers or small plates to share. We had the Capalatina and Olive salad. They have events monthly so join the mailing list. I will definitely be back to enjoy the company and sunset views off the front deck. Check it out and support!

Great little spot for wine, beer and snacks. Staff is super nice and accommodating. Can't wait to get back!

I'm not going to give it away. You just need to know that if you want a quiet and charming cocktail bar in an intimate setting, this is for you. No further explanation.

The best cocktails in Milwaukee. Don't be fooled. It's not just a wine bar. The staff is absolutely professional and totally fun to talk to. Yes their hours are kind of stringent, but it's worth it. It makes sense. Love that these people are in the neighborhood. They do a fantastic job with everything. They have a nice little TV if you want to watch a sporting event or something else and they're always down for suggestions. Their patio on the roof is great. Their wine is expertly chosen, and there are some great deals as well. They definitely have beer if you want it and super cold. Well done!

The sweetest little French bistro there ever was. If you haven't been to @charles.e.fromage you are really missing out. This little gem is on West Vliet street in the Washington Heights neighborhood. The staff is always warm and welcoming. The craft cocktails are delicious. We couldn't love this place more. Stop in and see for yourselves! You will not be disappointed. I want to keep this amazing place all to myself, but, go and support a local small business. à votre santé.

Your new neighborhood wine bar! Charles E Fromage is the newest addition to the Washington Heights area, close to the Times, Cold Spoons and Valentine. It's a cozy, charming space with seats for maybe 20 people both at the bar and at a few tables along the wall. When you enter, you'll notice a spectacular vintage French circus poster on one wall - that sets the tone for the beautifully designed interior.Have a seat and choose from the small but well curated list of glasses and bottles. Prices are very reasonable with glasses around $8 and bottles around $30. Not a wino? They're got a few beer choices including "the Heights" from local Vennture Brewing.We settled in with a bottle of Portuguese rose that we loved - fresh, clean and slightly fizzy. To go with your wine, there are snacks - delicious homemade cheese spread (had, loved, recommend), olives and almonds. What could be better than that? Well, how about genuinely nice owners who are so excited to be in the neighborhood? Or super clean, wonderful smelling restrooms? I love everything about this place, but I especially love that it's just a few blocks from home. See you soon (and often) Charles E Fromage!!!

It was a bit of a haul to come here from the East Side of Milwaukee, but it was absolutely worth it! This little bar, tucked away in the the Washington Heights area, is simply charming. Everyone is friendly (the owners, the bartenders, and the patrons), the decor is simple and sleek, the music was not too loud, and the drinks and snacks were tasty!Two of my dear friends work here, so we came on a night they were working to sit and enjoy a bite and a glass of wine while they did their thing. Because the place is so small, we were able to socialize with our friends while still allowing them to do their job and not get in the way of the other customers.The place is tiny, I think maximum capacity is 14 or 15, and our group took up nearly half of that. That being said, even when we got to that maximum capacity point, it never felt "crowded" or "claustrophobic," the mirror behind the wall definitely makes the place feel larger than it is. At several points, a person or a group walked past the windows, looked down to see everyone inside (the bar is just below the ground, making it both extra cozy and fun for people watching), and then turned around and walked in themselves. I think that just goes to show how inviting this place is! Although there is not a wide selection of drinks, the wines that they do have are good quality and reasonably priced. They also have a decent selection of beers for those who don't prefer wine, and various sodas for those who prefer non-alcoholic drinks. As for the snacks, the Marcona Almonds are deadly--they are salted and tossed with rosemary, and I could have eaten about 20 bowls of them. The "cheese glop" doesn't necessarily sound appetizing, but it sure as heck tastes amazing! Long story short: cozy, quaint, and overall quite enjoyable! Will certainly be back.

Update to review below: Tony's Super Saturday Sandwich! Just had a Tony's Super Saturday Sandwich! Incredible! Tony has created quite a sandwich that will make your tastebuds pop. Yummy! Get a growler of their great beer while your at it. What a unique and wonderful place to enjoy some unique beers, wine , sodas and handcrafted snacks. The owners have turned an old barber shop into a warm and inviting place for conversation with friends and whomever might sit down at the bar. The music is just at the right volume for conversation. The owner will play your choice of favorite music if you wish. I had the a beer from the 1840 Brewing Company and found it quite tasty. I also enjoyed the Five Cheese Spread with some fresh bread and the Rosemary Marconi Almonds. Both snacks were fresh and delicious. The bathroom is probably the best I've seen in ages. So stop in before or after a movie at The Times Theatre.

I loved my visit to CEF on Sunday, and I cannot wait to return. I was one of the first people there on Sunday, and while I enjoyed the sunshine several others came in and out. Small-village vibe with owners (husband and wife) who actually care to hear your story and remember your name. I started with a glass of Sauvignon Blanc, the cheese "glop" and the capilatini (sp?). They were very kind and helpful bringing dishes out to the patio where I was even though everyone else was inside. Then they topped it off my never forgetting I was out there and regularly checking up on me and bringing me fresh, cold water. The cheese dip was smooth and spreadable, a mix of five or six cheeses blended with some olive oil. Delish. The other dish was a mix of olives, capers, celery, crushed tomatoes, pine nuts and eggplant - one of the owners' grandmother's recipe! The cheese came with toast pieces and the cap. came with an assortment of crackers. Small dishes for the right price, and a nice accompaniment for the fresh white wine. I will definitely be a regular here, as they don't seem to compete with The Ruby Tap down the way. The two spots seem to have different vibes completely and a totally different set of target consumers - this is more of a grab a glass on the way home and get to know some neighbors kind of place, and just what I wanted to move in down the block.

What a hidden gem. Fell up this quant lil joint while killing time in the neighborhood. Very cozy and welcoming. Be sure to get the homemade seasoned mixed nuts.