As a former barista that has been in Madison many years, I have strong opinions about coffee. Some may call me a snob, but I know what I like.
I also recognize that a coffee shop can be just as much about the atmosphere as it is about the coffee. A...
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Best in Town
Best in Town
great espresso with a featured espresso, great pour over, rotating selection of coffee beans for purchase, and great crepes. i recommend the affogato (they make their own ice cream)
Bradbury's Coffee
amazing espresso, fast service, great location. hard to find a seat on the weekend.
Wonderstate Coffee - Madison Cafe
hidden gem inside a skate shop has great pour over and espresso. amazing seasonal drinks and espresso tonics. better for grab and go.
Broken Board Coffee
this is a solid coffee place with great espresso. one of the only tolerable espresso options on the west side.
Crescendo Espresso Bar
the seasonal flavors here are amazing and the baristas always pay attention to detail. multiple locations, so you’re never too far from a good coffee. limited seating at the willy st location. north street has plenty of great seating (and shares the ...
Cafe Domestique
great outdoor seating at the garver location. and great coffee. love walking the bike path here.
Ledger Coffee Roasters
great patio with decent coffee. if u need a place to chill, here is the place to be.
Java Cat Coffee
primarily a bakery, but the coffee is solid and they're open later
Baked Lab
the coffee is mid but the vibes are amazing, open late, great location, perfect place to read
Michelangelo's Coffee House
one of the best book selections in town, solid coffee, amazing cocktails
Leopold's Books Bar Caffè
great chocolate, but i come for their great coffee
Madison Chocolate Company
i hope u like oat milk cuz this place is vegan, but it is a local favorite. i feel a sense of hope when i enter this realm. coffee is good but not great.
Mother Fools Coffeehouse | Coffee makes me nice
open later, great booth seats, coffee is mid but is a college staple.
Fair Trade Coffee House
Okay, okay….I know it’s technically in Middleton, but it’s worth it! Great outdoor seating space and phenomenal seasonal drink. The owner and staff are incredibly knowledgeable about coffee. If you’re a coffee snob, this is the place you want to be.
