Milwaukee Coffee Shop Pushes Back Against Price Hikes, Prioritizes Community – CoffeeTalk

As coffee prices rise across the country, many Milwaukee shops are facing pressure and responding in different ways. One Brady Street café, Rochambo Coffee & Tea House, is doing their best to absorb rising costs while keeping things consistent for their regulars. The rising costs are tied to multiple factors: global tariffs, climate challenges in producing countries, and inflated transportation costs. Some Milwaukee shops have already made changes, such as simplifying drinks and reworking their supply chain. At Rochambo, the response is more focused on community connection.

Customer Rick Panizza believes that consistency matters more than the exact price, as he would find a way in his budget to afford it even if they charged five or six dollars a cup. Rochambo is a very special place to him and a lot of people he knows. While the shop hasn’t raised prices yet, Stahl acknowledges that change may be inevitable — especially as larger chains like Starbucks, with more pricing flexibility, move in nearby. “Starbucks just opened down the road — their prices are a lot more expensive than ours,” Stahl said. “We have regulars we can rely on, and that helps.” For now, it’s a balancing act between covering costs and staying accessible — a challenge familiar to many Milwaukee businesses facing an uncertain economic future.

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