50 Best Coffee Shops in Madison

“Everything was fantastic, definitely exceeded my expectations. Flavors were well balanced, ingredients were fresh. Will definitely go back.“

“Great room, location was unmatched right on the water, and fun events!“

“Love going to Mercies. The soup, egg salad sandwiches and smoothies are the best! I buy True Coffee Roasters coffee beans for home.“

“So friggin good 😋 that chicken sandwich, sauce and pickles are the best!! Loved the Mac n cheese and got donuts and a latte— Heaven! Classically preserved history of the North side, we appreciate you, thank you!“

“Best Chai latte I have ever had! Super spicy! 😭“

“Great place to have some cakes, pastries or hot and cold beverages!“

“beautiful location, great service and wonderfully cozy atmosphere!“

“Also amazing crepes! The coffee might be the best in Madison!“

“Hands down one of my favorite coffee places!! Many drink options as well as pastries that are to die for! The customer service there is also top notch on making you feel welcomed and helping find the best drink for you! If you’re in a rush, order online ahead and start your day off amazing!!“

“Amazing coffee, food, and service 🤩“

“best double shot of espresso“

“I've been a long time customer here (15+ years). Besides the beauty of mixing Gelato with espresso (order the Javalatto people), my favorite thing is the environment. I love seeing the long term staff, and the owner, who I've seen throughout my time as a customer. Most of all, I love that they ALWAYS make me happier, especially on days I'm having those rough mornings. I really try to go in on those days I know are gonna be long. Between my delicious caffeine boost, and their warm welcomes, they always start my morning off better. Thank-you to Renee and all of the Java Cat staff for the morning pick me ups.“

“Miss Cafe Domestique so much 😭“

“Friendly neighborhood coffee shop. The coffee is robust; the atmosphere is mellow. The back patio is a quiet, relaxing hideaway.“

“Busy place but quiet and nice to chill at. The coffee is always quite great. Excuse my one sip before taking the picture!

Vegetarian options: They have oat milk and others that will work for you.

Kid-friendliness: Fine and friendly place for the young ones.“

“Excellent sandwiches + coffee and a really nice place to hang out with friends or get some work done. For sandwiches, the ham & cheese, horsey beef, roast beef, and tuna melt are all terrific. However, I really wish they'd do something about the burnt(?) smell--I can't imagine the workers enjoy it, and my clothes always smell really strongly afterwards.“

“Go-To coffee spot for a handful of years now. They hire the best people; always so friendly and welcoming. No matter how I walk in I walk out with a smile; now whether that's delicious coffee aiding my mood of the delightful environment, who knows for sure.Come here and hang out with some locs in your hood, and get America's favorite drug in your body: caffeine.“

“This drive through only Moka always has great employees no matter what time I come though! They are cheerful and accommodated me when I accidentally placed an online order for the wrong location! Ps don’t be intimidated by the line- it moves quickly!“

“Very friendly staff and excellent coffee“

“Always has a new art show inside and a new mural outside!“

“Miss Cafe Domestique so much 😭“

“Stopped today between work meetings for a quick bite and a bit of caffeine. Staff are amazing. The gentleman working the front desk even remembered my name when I came up to get a couple items to go. Great environment, easy parking, and attentive staff.“

“Great tea options, friendly staff and customers. After getting tea we stayed and started a puzzle. There were puzzles and games available in the store to use. We enjoyed completing the puzzle and our tea without being rushed. I highly recommend this place.“

“Great coffee shop with a lot of character.“

“Was a great place too visit would recommend this place to anyone!!!!😊“

“First time my mom and I came to visit and we were very impressed with the atmosphere which felt rustic and homey. The coffee was delicious and the cream cheese raspberry muffin we had was fantastic.

This would definitely be a place to work and hang out.“

“Love Valentia!! Their coffee and avocado toast are my favorite!! ♥️“

“Moka on East wash is the best coffee shop in Madison. The staff is ALWAYS friendly and helpful. The matcha is what i get every time and its always amazing and delicious. I saw a review on here that said otherwise and that is just crazy! Every matcha I've had has been FANTASTIC!! YOU GET A MATCHA, YOU GET A MATCHA, EVERYONE GETS A MATCHA!! LOVE MY MOKA PEOPLE“

“Honestly 20/10 amazing customer service, always punctual, driver is always friendly, customer service is always friendly, always a phone call away. The business I work for has used their services for years and it is ALWAYS top tier. I couldn't say more nice things about this business.“

“Moka is my favorite café in Madison! They seriously make the best mochas ever. It is a perfect combination of coffee and chocolate. I love going through their drive-thru. They even have free pup cups which is a huge plus! The baristas there are also really friendly and nice. 😊 our dog and us always look forward to our coffee runs with Moka.“

“Good quick spot to stop by for good coffee nice atmosphere big glass windows facing t street also lots of plants

Dietary restrictions: You can switch out milk for other options

Parking: We had to find a parking garage a few blocks away

Kid-friendliness: Very relaxing place good chilling spot

Wheelchair accessibility: It is all on one level“

“Cozy spot with great coffee and lots of space to sit and relax or get work done. It isn't noisy but also not awkwardly quiet. It's the perfect level to have a conversation where you don't have to yell or whisper. They have vegan and gluten-free food options and a great selection of coffee and tea drinks. I highly recommend it!“

“The best coffee, and more delicious mocha! I Love this place. Tracy is an excellent host!“

“I come here for black coffee dark roast, that's it. No clue what they give me lol yet I keep coming back so...
Obvi apples to oranges, but first time in gave me a Weary Traveler feel; chill, cozy, comfy.
It's only like a block farther for me than Starbucks to further my coffee experience; no question I get them extra steps in every time.

Kid-friendliness: The best local spot for espresso shots for your kids before going to the Farmer's Market, capitol, or even the Children's Museum maybe.

Wheelchair accessibility: All good“

“My partner and I were by Batch Bakehouse yesterday and are new to the area, so decided to stop in. It was the end of the day, so immediately the employees were apologetic about the "limited amount of items available". There were PLENTY of items available and every one of them was absolutely delicious. We were able to try their butterscotch chocolate chip bars, salted caramel brownies, and two of their cupcake flavors. We are typically not dessert people, but absolutely cannot wait to return, due to the unparalleled baked goods and the exceptional customer service! I wish I had gotten the names of the people who helped us, so whoever was there at 1 PM yesterday thank you!!“

“The best coffee, and more delicious mocha! I Love this place. Tracy is an excellent host!“

“Fair Trade is truly the quintessential Madison coffee shop, filled with interesting people (staff & patrons both), a view of State St and delicious coffee drinks - this place is a gem.So many downtown Madison locals make this their dedicated coffee shop because it just feels good to be there. The owners have put in so much work to cultivate a chill & welcoming yet bustling energy in the shop. Stop in to grab a speciality drink & people-watch over State Street in the front window for a good time :)“

“Great neighborhood spot! The breakfast sandwiches and baked goods are DELICIOUS! The staff is beyond friendly and so pleasant to chat with. Quickly becoming one of my favorite Madison morning spots <3“

“Staff are super nice and friendly and the coffee is great.“

“I love this place so much! It will definitely become a staple in my routine. The boba is amazing, you get huge portions, and the food is great. I love sitting and reading there!“

“Really kind staff with great coffee and amazing tea :) love their celebration iced!“

“Fantastic Starbucks location. It is conveniently located within 2 blocks of Capitol Square and is attached to the adjacent hotel lounge area.The location is very spacious with plenty of seating and a large window. The store is very clean and the staff are excellent.I ordered a Paradise Drink but they ran out of pineapple bits. They asked if I would like dragon fruit or strawberries in it. It was so kind of them to still give me some dried fruit with the drink.The dragon fruit was scrumptious when paired with the pineapple and oatmilk mixture.“

“Get the Bonfire Mocha seasonal latte iced. Delicious“

“Great service and ☕️ coffee. Workers smiling and helping everyone on a timely manner.“

“The lady said that she is 80 years old but she looks about 60 to me. She is super friendly and prepared a cup of ginseng tea with other herb to me, during the time she introduced ginseng products to me. There are many different kinds of ginseng products including completed root. I only brought 10 bags of 8 oz ginseng small root. Recommended“

“Great spot - good wifi and nice atmosphere, great coffee drinks! Kid and family friendly, there were cute kids in there just playing a little while their parents chatted and enjoyed coffee. Good cafe to get some work done, that is why we were there, just wanted a not-too-quiet spot.“

“This cafe has been great ever since the change in management in 2019“

“I have only visited the Sun Prairie location since October 2023. My go-to is the breakfast sandwich and my son, who is very particular about his French Toast, says it's his absolute favorite. I'm not a coffee drinker but their Chai is my favorite when I'm out and about. Don't forget to ask for the cheesy potatoes!“

“I love this cute little shop! The Breakfast Burrito was soooo good and the Oreo Dream homemade ice cream in a waffle cone was scrumptious 😋 The staff was friendly, engaging and the music was fun! I will definitely be back!“