Fresh wheat and baking ingredients

Milwaukee's Neighborhood Bakery & Grocery

Baked with
soul & time

From our oven to your table — fresh breads, pantry essentials, and the kind of hospitality that makes this corner feel like home.

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Warm bakery interior with freshly baked goods on display

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Milwaukee, WI

About Old Skool

More than a store —
a cornerstone

Nestled on North 27th Street, Old Skool has been a quiet fixture of the Milwaukee community for years. We bake our breads fresh every morning, stock our shelves with care, and greet every customer like a neighbor — because that's exactly who we are.

Our bakery produces a rotating selection of artisan breads, pastries, and specialty items, while our grocery section carries pantry staples, international goods, and everyday essentials. Whether you're grabbing lunch or planning dinner, we've got what you need — made or sourced with intention.

Fresh Daily

Baked every morning

Quality Goods

Carefully sourced

Community First

Neighbors welcome

Always Fresh

Small-batch daily

What We Offer

From Our Oven & Shelves

Assortment of freshly baked artisan breads
Bakery

Artisan Breads

Sourdough, focaccia, ciabatta, and seasonal specialties — all mixed, proofed, and baked fresh each morning in small batches.

Fresh pastries and baked goods on display
Bakery

Pastries & Sweets

Butter croissants, cinnamon rolls, cookies, and more — perfect for breakfast, an afternoon pick-me-up, or a last-minute dessert.

Well-stocked grocery shelves with pantry items
Grocery

Pantry & Staples

Grains, canned goods, spices, oils, and household essentials — thoughtfully selected items you actually want to keep on hand.

International and specialty food products
Specialty

International Finds

Flavors from around the world — Caribbean, Latin American, and global staples that bring authenticity to your kitchen.

Fresh produce and seasonal vegetables
Grocery

Produce & Fresh

Seasonal fruits and vegetables, herbs, and other refrigerated items — fresh arrivals to keep your meals vibrant all week.

Deli counter with prepared foods
Ready-to-Eat

Prepared Foods

Hot meals, sandwiches, and ready-to-go options for when you need a satisfying lunch without the fuss. Ask about today's selection.

Our Story

Rooted in the neighborhood

Old Skool wasn't built overnight — and that's the point. We started as a simple idea: a place where good food is made with patience, where the regulars know your name, and where the community gathers over something real.

Located on North 27th Street in Milwaukee, we've become a familiar face on the block. Our bakery produces breads and pastries the old-fashioned way — no shortcuts, no rush. Our grocery section carries the items our neighbors actually ask for, from everyday staples to harder-to-find international ingredients.

This isn't a chain. It's not a trend. It's a store that belongs to this corner of the city, and we take that seriously — every loaf we bake, every shelf we stock, every hello we share.

"We don't just sell food. We feed the people who make this neighborhood what it is."

Bread being pulled from a traditional bakery oven Old Skool storefront on North 27th Street Milwaukee
Baker's hands shaping dough by hand Customers browsing the store

Find Us

Come visit us

Map showing Old Skool location at 3363 N 27th Street in Milwaukee

Our Address

3363 N 27th St

Milwaukee, WI 53216-3801

Call Us

(141) 426-4855

Hours

Monday – Friday 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Hours may vary — call ahead to confirm.

Getting Here

We're located on the north side of Milwaukee, easily accessible off major thoroughfares. Street parking is available along 27th Street, and we're just minutes from downtown.

Look for the Old Skool sign on North 27th — we're right there, and the smell of fresh bread will guide you in.

Special Orders

Need something special for an event or gathering? Give us a call — we accept custom bread and pastry orders with advance notice.

Call to place an order

Fresh Every Morning

Our bread comes out of the oven early — arrive before noon for the full selection. Our grocery shelves are restocked daily to keep everything fresh and complete.

Get in Touch

We'd love to hear from you

Have a question, a suggestion, or just want to say hello? Drop us a message and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.

3363 N 27th St, Milwaukee, WI 53216
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