Bonjour Crepes Will Open Milwaukee Location November 15
The Minnesota-based chain plans to launch its first out-of-state restaurant on East North Avenue.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Bonjour Crepes is scheduled to open its fourth location on November 15, 2026, at 1806 E. North Ave. in Milwaukee. This site marks the first time the Minnesota-based company has expanded outside of its home state.
Why it matters
The owner selected the new location specifically for its proximity to the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee campus. The shop will cater to the local student population by offering early morning and late night service hours.
The new restaurant will occupy the space at 1806 E. North Ave., which previously hosted FreshFin Poke for nine years. This expansion brings the total company portfolio to four locations.
The players
David Lo
He is the owner of the Bonjour Crepes brand who previously launched the Paris Crepes shop in 2023.
Pahoua Yang
She serves as one of the two operators tasked with managing the daily operations of the Milwaukee storefront.
Kha Vang
He is an operator who will assist in running the new creperie and cafe on North Avenue.
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
It is a major public research university whose proximity to the new business site drove the company's expansion strategy.
The details
The restaurant will operate as a counter-service creperie and cafe, serving a menu of sweet and savory crepes, waffles, croffles, and boba tea. It will be operated by Pahoua Yang and Kha Vang, while the company maintains its current expansion efforts in Chicago and searches for sites in Greenfield and Wauwatosa.
Timeline
January 2026: FreshFin Poke closed at the location.
Summer 2025: Flagship Bonjour Crepes shop opened in Eagan.
Nov. 15, 2026: Expected opening date for the Milwaukee shop.
Market Landscape
The store opening reflects the broader industry trend of expanding fast-casual brands into high-traffic campus-adjacent dining corridors. By securing this location, Bonjour Crepes positions itself to capture consistent demand from the university student population.
Local students and residents can expect a new dining option when the shop opens in November with hours tailored for early risers and night owls. The introduction of this menu adds local competition for quick-service breakfast and dessert options in the North Avenue area.
The takeaway
The move demonstrates how niche retail brands leverage institutional student populations to fuel regional growth. Prospective customers should note that the shop emphasizes counter-service speed to accommodate busy academic schedules.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Journal Sentinel.
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