The business model for the Lowlands Group, a local restaurant company, is to choose locations in neighborhoods with a character and identity that matches its atmosphere and offerings. Cafe Hollander is no exception.
It wouldn't be fair to say the Cafe Hollanders wrote the book on beer, since a) the Belgians did most of their work, and b) even they're not the end all, be all of beer. But with over 20 draft beers at both the Downer Avenue and Tosa Village locations – not to mention a literal book devoted to their full lineup and helpful tasting notes – it's a safe bet that they've got the Belgium beer (apologies – bier) pretty well covered.
Café Hollander, located at 7677 West State Street, is one of the more recent restaurants to pop up in the village of Wauwatosa. Open since 2009, business has been booming in the historic, two-story building situated on the Menominee River. The restaurant has some of the best al fresco dining, with river and bustling village views. Inside, beer and bicycle posters line the walls and rows of windows overlook the river. The high-energy staff is eager to please and always knowledgeable about the beer.
This is the second year we've offered the Best Fries category and last year's winner, Cafe Hollander -- with locations on Downer Avenue and on State Street in Wauwatosa -- is again the landslide winner.
