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"... to help you find new coffees that you like. They also have tasty..."(2 Tips)
"Grilled cheese and espresso - what could be better?"(6 Tips)
"Great service, great coffee, and cozy place to relax."(2 Tips)"Relaxed environment and not crowded"(2 Tips)
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Since leaving as an employee in 2011, and their ownership switch, this coffee shop has drastically improved its cleanliness and the way it prepares and sources it's food and products.
Jeff MyersNovember 20, 2014They have great coffee and experts to help you find new coffees that you like. They also have tasty sandwiches/paninis at a good price with local sourced ingredients.- Adam ThorsonJanuary 9, 2016If you are open to new coffee drinks, try their cafe bianco; barely roasted beans that have a peanut-like flavor. Relaxed environment and not crowdedUpvoted 3 weeks ago
Love the small baguette in the bakery case, great with soup from here or elsewhere...and reasonable price!
LizNovember 3, 2014Wow. The Caffé Miel is the best latte I've ever had. Just a touch of cinnamon and honey. Perfect.
- Great coffee and service. If you order a latte expect a leaf!
Amy RobertsonApril 12, 2016A good cup of coffee, but mediocre breakfast sandwiches made on a pseudo croissant
Lindsay BednarApril 11, 2011Ask for a White Mocha. It's not listed on the menu, but it's among my favorites in Madison.
BellyCardAugust 28, 2012This coffee shop has a huge variety of beans to choose from, and tons of food options. They have @Bellycard Rewards too; Order a complimentary drink of your choice or score an Ancora Barista apron!
They have sugar free mochas, something most coffee shops don't.
The tea here is loose-leaf, not bags. They will refill your hot water.
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This is where it all started! We have been small batch artisan roasting all of our coffees in Madison, WI since 1994.
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- Mon–Tue, Fri
- 6:30 AM–9:00 PM
- Wed–Thu
- 6:30 AM–10:00 PM
- Sat
- 6:00 AM–9:00 PM
- Sun
- 7:00 AM–7:00 PM
(608) 255-0285
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