Behind many of our most beloved shops, restaurants, and creative spaces, is a woman who decided to build something special in Wauwatosa. From stylish boutiques to wellness studios and neighborhood favorites, these women-owned businesses help shape the community. Come explore them for yourself and support local women-owned businesses.
Shopping
Flannel Fox (Owned by Melyssa and Mark Bauer) Shop women’s and men’s apparel and accessories, rustic and modern décor, small furniture, and more in their cozy shop.
Giltee MKE (Owned by Lisa Gilson) Find hyperlocal, high quality, and consciously sourced clothing that highlights the Midwestern lifestyle.
Happy Buddha (Owned by Kristen Blickle) Choose from an assortment of local artisan goods, seasonal trendy sweaters, jeans, jewelry and more.
Heinsight Leather (Owned by Cindy Hein) Since 1997, Heinsight has been offering leather alteration and repair, custom jackets, shearlings, fur accessories, and handbags.
Little Geese Shop (Owned by Danielle Scampini Linn) Reduce waste while picking up something new-to-your little ones. At Little Geese Shop, you can find gently used high-quality kids’ clothes and gear.
Lyss + Littles (Owned by Alyssa Matoska) Visit this cozy children’s boutique to find trendy, wash-and-wear kids clothing and a curated women’s selection.
Mooi (Owned by Carolyn Goris) Dutch for “beautiful,” Mooi is a great place to shop for soaps, candles, cards, clothing, and more.
Salamander (Owned by Leslie Matson & Chelsea Shapiro) Run by a mother-daughter duo, Salamander carries trendy items by designers from across the country.
Shop Privy (Owned by Erin Juzenas) Since 2021, Shop Privy has been styling shoppers with beautiful women’s apparel and accessories.
The Well Red Damsel (Owned by Natasha Meyer) What started as a pop up became the first romance-only bookstore in all of Wisconsin. Specializing in romance and fantasy books, the shop highlights diverse love stories, unforgettable characters, and so much more.
Food & Beverage
Black Twig Bakery (Owned by Julie Block & Chelsea Zweig) Black Twig Bakery’s full menu offers classic flavors, monthly features, and all the sweet treats you can imagine.
Ca’Lucchenzo (Owned by Sarah and Zak Baker) Enjoy perfectly paired pasta and wine at this James-Beard nominated East Tosa establishment. All homemade pasta dishes are made right in front of you, giving you the chance to experience and take on the Italian food traditions the Bakers have studied and celebrated for the past two decades.
Cafe Blue (Owned by Carly Yiannackopoulos) Cafe Blue’s daily breakfast and lunch specials make them a great spot for a quick meal. Try their espresso, coffee, sandwiches, wraps, soups and more.
Delicious Bites (Owned by Tomira White) Delicious Bites is a one-stop shop for food, love, and community offering all the sweets you could want, made with locally sourced ingredients.
Joy Ice Cream Social (Owned by Liz Joy) Stop by for Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream, coffee, snacks, and a space where families and friends love to gather.
Kelly’s Greens (Owned by Erin Kelly) Working with Wisconsin Organic hemp farms, Kelly’s Greens offers full-spectrum CBD drinks, baked goods, gummies, and a stunning café.
La Tarte Bakery (Owned by Liz LeFevre) This neighborhood bakery and coffee house is the perfect stop for delicious pastries and caffeinated beverages.
Plant Joy Deli (Owned by Amberlea Childs) This plant-based/vegan shop helps customers meal prep and caters their great tasting, nutritionally balanced menus.
Plate Pleasures Eatery (Owned by Mia Redmond) Enjoy made-from-scratch southern soul food inspired by Mia’s experiences traveling and going to restaurants with her mother and grandmother.
The Ruby Tap (Owned by Brooke Boomer, Sarah Nelson & Dan Nelson) This wine bar features wines on tap from self-service machines, and local Wisconsin beers, cheeses, meats, and desserts.
Simple Eats Market (Owned by Krysta Hutton) Simple Eats offers effortless, delicious, and accessible chef-crafted meal prep to support your unique lifestyle.
The Village Cheese Shop (Owned by Sabina Magyar) Shop the best cheese from producers in the region, the country, and across Europe. Sabina combines her passion for European-style cheese with her American Cheese Society credentials to provide an unmatched experience to the area.
Yo Mama! (Owned by Becker Berger) Enjoy self-serve frozen yogurt and premium flavors made right in their kitchen.
Beauty and Wellness
Beauty Mark Hair Salon (Owned by Keely Glorioso) Beauty Mark Hair Salon was founded in 2015 with the purpose of providing an intimate salon setting focused on client comfort and excellence in cosmetology.
CLARA Healing Institute (Owned by Kristin Belkofer) CLARA Healing Institute offers a holistic, multi-faceted approach to mental health and wellness focused on a person-centered view of mental health diagnoses.
Front Runner Chiropractic (Owned by Dr. Beth Ringwelski) Dr. Beth blends chiropractic precision, evidence-based manual therapy, and next-generation technology to help everyday athletes perform and feel their best.
Legacy Gym (Owned by Brittany Holterman) This functional fitness studio offers group classes, personal training, youth fitness, ninja classes, and parties.
Nourish Skin and Sugar Studio (Owned by Anna Jarecki Cure) Let the team of licensed estheticians treat you to facials, waxing, sugaring, and more.
Seva Therapeutic Massage (Owned by Leah Noel) Seva offers a calm and relaxing atmosphere with a holistic approach for total healing and rejuvenation.
Tosa PT and Wellness (Owned by Katheryn Hurst) Stop by this supportive, dynamic space that’s committed to the community and helping make its members feel better. They host various events throughout the year.
Tosa Yoga Center (Owned by Melanie Landgraf) Since 2006, Tosa Yoga has been helping yoga-lovers perfect their practice at every skill level.
Willow Nail Salon (Owned by Van Nguyen and Mullaney Rourke) Created by two best friends, Willow Nail Salon offers a high-end experience for an affordable price. Come by for a manicure, pedicure or other service.
Hands-On Experiences
Arté Wine and Painting Studio (Owned by Kelly Cannizzaro) The art studio provide the artists that walk in their doors with the amount of guidance from trained instructors. Their space (which includes a full-service bar) is set up for artists, outings with friends, and larger events.
GreyHouse Creative Market (Owned by Adrienne Reese) Come in for a DIY workshop or plan a fun event where you can create personalized home décor with help from their experts.
Little Village Play Café (Owned by Abi Gilman) Kids and adults love gathering for community, drinks, educational opportunities, and endless play opportunities at Little Village Play Café.
Services & Shopping
Fancy Pants Pet Salon (Owned by Erin Hennen) Fancy Pants Pet Salon is designed to make your and your pet’s lives better through communication, education, and quality care.
Flower Lady Tosa (Owned by Karen Ponteri and Angela Miller) The Flower Lady is a full-service florist and shop where you can pick up flowers, plants, gifts, and more.
Hyde Park MKE (Owned by Sydney Sanger) Since the 1930s, this family-owned, turned woman-owned business specializes in tailoring and drycleaning while offering a selection of women’s clothing, accessories, and gifts sourced from local designers and artists.
Megan Papachristou Photography (Owned by Megan Papachristou) Megan is an award-winning portrait artist, capturing precious memories one photograph at a time.
Milestone Plumbing (Owned by Jessica Cannizzaro) This woman-owned plumbing brings years of expertise and skill to solve and maintain your plumbing.
Pay these local women-owned businesses a visit. Did we miss one? Email us at discoverwauwatosa@gmail.com.