About This Venue
Knight's Gourmet Popcorn and Candies / Rescued Roasters is a locally-owned Milwaukee business combining small-batch coffee roasting with freshly popped gourmet popcorn, located on the south side at 4435 W Forest Home Ave.
This unique shop offers over 25 varieties of freshly popped popcorn made in-house, from their famous Double Cheddar made with real cheese and butter to creative flavors like English Toffee Caramel Corn, Dill Pickle, and Churro Kettle Corn, with options available in 2 lb and 5 lb bags at affordable prices starting around $2. The attached coffee shop serves as a welcoming community gathering space, open Monday through Friday from 7am with an espresso bar offering coffee, espresso drinks, smoothies, and frappes, while the full retail shop operates extended hours Monday-Thursday 7am-5pm, Friday 7am-6pm, and Saturday 9am-3pm.
What sets this business apart is its commitment to Milwaukee-made quality and community involvement, including a "Rescue of the Month" program that gives back to local causes. The friendly, casual vibe appeals to both popcorn enthusiasts seeking gourmet flavors and coffee lovers looking for single-origin and blended roasts, making it a genuine neighborhood destination for quality snacks and beverages made right here in Milwaukee.