My husband and I were staying in New Glarus and stopped at Fat Cat Coffee Works for coffee and a light breakfast. I had a cappuccino and the veggie egg sandwich and my husband had a Cortado. The coffee was great and the sandwich was delicious, I loved the grilled naan bread! I ordered a lemon coconut cupcake to-go and ate that when I got home, it was amazing! It tasted good and I liked the texture. Also, the coffee shop is a lot bigger than I expected it to be! There was a lot of seating, including counter seating, where you can see them making the food. Service was very friendly and timely. I would definitely recommend this place! read more

Fat Cat Coffee Works is a lot more than coffee. What a wonderful place to enjoy the most exciting, natural, and exotic tasting foods , that taste free of chemicals, from very talented chef/s....and of course all the very kind, friendly, gentle, and attentive people with their service..... like family serving. It was an amazing surprise for us. Thank you very much! God bless all of you, and HE already has and will! read more

Quaint coffee shop in New Glarus. Many choices, along with baked goods and lunch menu. Ample, cozy seating on 2 levels. Friendly, informative staff. Cash only. Will definitely return when in the area read more

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Fantastic coffee. We were in town to support someone doing a marathon and came across this place. The coffee is great and they had a ton of GF gluten free pastries and even had GF bread so I could get a breakfast sandwich. The place was packed !!!!!!! And the people were nice. They even had outside seating so we could sit with our dog. read more

I had the avocado toast with scrambled eggs on top and it was amazing!!!! The combination of avocado with feta was wonderful. Service is fantastic. Highly recommend this place if you're ever in New Glarus! read more

Fat Cat Coffee Works - Very quaint and cozy. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New Glarus, Wisconsin

Italian soda was just okay. Customer service was fantastic! Would maybe stop by again to try a different drink.

Absolutely delicious! Great little coffee Cafe with great pastries & breakfast options! Yum read more

Fat Cat Coffee Works - I had the Harvest Benny! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New Glarus, Wisconsin

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Stopped here en route to the New Glarus Brewery and had a threat experience. We enjoyed the caprese quiche, a blueberry muffin, a cold press coffee, and sausage roll --all of which were delicious. The shop itself is absolutely adorable, and the staff couldn't have been friendlier. I've seen some comments about the prices, but I think they're quite fair considering the rise in food costs. The quality here is excellent, and I really appreciate the plant-based options on the menu. I would definitely return if I'm back in the area! read more

This review is long overdue. But this is the BEST coffee shop in Wisconsin, and possibly the country. Every coffee shop I go to, I get a caramel iced coffee. No extras added. So I am constantly comparing whenever I try a new coffee shop out. No latte has ever compared to Fat Cat's. The latte at Fat Cat just has this depth of flavor that's intoxicating. I literally dream about this coffee. Okay, next. Their cinnamon rolls are out of this world. They are flakey and ooey gooey but still hold their shape. The cream cheese frosting I could take a bath in. It's what dreams are made of. But not only do they make fantastic rolls, all of their treats are delicious. My other favorites include their brownies, ginger cookies and banana bread. They also serve a wide variety of other food like quiche, burritos, pancakes, lunch items, and so much more. Okay next, let's talk about the vibes at Fat Cat. It is the cutest, quaintest coffee shop with a ton of seating. It's a coffee shop you'd see in a Hallmark movie. Lastly, none of this would be possible without the exceptional owners and staff. They are always so welcoming. They all work so hard to make sure things run smoothly. I have brought many friends here and it immediately became their favorite coffee shop too! Put this on your MUST VISIT list and thank me later! read more

It's a nice place. But service is not well thought out. Walk into the center of the place, wait in line to order, stand in that same small area for them to bring your drink to a different counter. If there's more than about 6 people it's terrible. I left. Though since there was. Pathing else open at the time, I did come back. As the only person ordering it was fine. Maybe a separate window for takeout only would help? Also maybe a sign explaining the process? I had to stop a server to have her explain it before I decided I wasn't interested in waiting through the dozen more than a dozen people waiting to get something. read more

Harvest Benedict is yummy. Avocado toast too. Great drinks, coffee and his service. Cute place. I'll be back.

This coffee house rocks! It's located in what I assume was the old railroad station right on the bike path (former railroad tracks). They serve Ancora coffee, and the baristas know how to make whatever coffee concoction you desire. We had 2 iced mochas, and they were fabulous! We also shared a fresh muffin, a yogurt parfait, and an oatmeal. What a lovely breakfast. Was I tempted by all the cookies, pies, and cupcakes....YES. Just yes. This coffee shop would be an excellent stop for an afternoon pick-me-up. May have to follow my own advice and come back soon! read more

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So. We stopped here after finding Cow and Quince had shut down. Great menu-johnnycakes and their skillets were first rate and fresh. Prices are a little high -$65 for 3 breakfast entrees with coffee/drinks and one pastry. Very cute setting. Friendly service. read more

A great place to grab a coffee, pastry or breakfast sandwich. We had the sausage, egg and cheese breakfast sandwich on naan which was very good. Also grabbed fresh cranberry and orange scone and a ham and cheese foldover with herbs that was so yummy! A step above. We had our dog with us and there was a very inviting back patio for humans and pups. Very dog friendly. Staff was so friendly and welcoming. read more

Quite honestly, I never leave reviews because I never feel strongly enough to. However, this place just keeps letting me down. $15 for an eggs Benedict and my hollandaise was curdled, my eggs were rubbery and over cooked and while the flavors were nice it was lacking. The coffee is good, maybe not worth the cost, but it's good. The service is fine. You'd think they would pay their employees more, considering how overpriced the whole menu is, but alas, they do not. I can't in good conscious recommend this place. read more

This morning walking past Fat Cat Coffee Works I thought coffee sounded nice, and suggested to my friend that we go grab a coffee after our walk, but things certainly didn't work out that way -- as soon as we started our walk we found a stray kitten which clearly needed rescuing. My friend went into the shop and ask them if they would be willing to give her a little something to rescue a stray kitten. This is a no-brainer, a scrap of meat or cheese or even a friggin corner of a croissant from a trash can would be better than what they gave her, which was a big old NO. Rather than take ten seconds to do something easily right and good, they turned their backs. I find that rather ironic considering the name of the business then realized it's actually quite fitting. So we asked the business next-door - they weren't even open yet but they obliged us by giving us a little something to entice the kitten with. Needless to say we did not return to the coffee shop. read more

Stopped at Fat Car Coffee Works on a busy Sunday morning. It took 30 mins for my black coffee and my friends cold brew to be made. Coffee tasted fine but the wait was frustrating. read more

Fat Cat Coffee Works - Pastries - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New Glarus, Wisconsin

To start, the atmosphere was adorable! However, all of the food in this photo was $30. It was extremely overpriced for what you got. The turkey wrap was so simple, yet it was $12 with no side. The pastry (in the middle) was delicious! So if you're looking for a lunch spot - don't come here. But if you're looking for coffee and a scone, this might be the place to check out! read more

Fat Cat Coffee Works - These three things totaled to $30. Overpriced turkey wrap, breakfast burrito, and turnover. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New Glarus, Wisconsin

I really, REALLY like this place. The atmosphere is top-notch, the food is made from scratch, and it's damn good too. Nestled within a totally revamped train depot, it feels like that down-home place we all dream about as adults (you know, that kinda place where they know your face and have your coffee ready before you need to ask? yeah, that kinda place). I had the special--a spinach/mushroom scramble that tasted like something my dad would make on the weekends we were on vacation--the kind that tastes delicious because someone took time on it, added just the right amount of seasoning and then just a pinch of love, besides. I also enjoyed a cup of marshmallow (yeah, I know--no judging lol) cappuccino. It was also delicious. This place is charming AF, and the staff seem pretty amazing. I'm looking forward to getting to know them well. read more

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While in town for a wedding, I had the pleasure of stopping by this cafe not once, but twice. I couldn't resist making a second stop here after my great first experience! On my first visit, I stopped in on an afternoon coffee and sweet tooth run, and ordered a small chai latte and a blueberry-lavender white chocolate scone. I sat inside close to the register, and enjoyed my fare before heading out for some shopping. The decor is simple and well done, and everything was very clean and organized. Chai Latte - Perfection. Lightly sweet and perfectly spiced, this drink was a winner. +A Blueberry-Lavender White Chocolate Scone - This was an impulse buy, because it just looked THAT good. And let me tell you, it was worth every penny. It was light and soft, with the perfect balance of sweet from the chocolate, tart from the blueberry, and earthy from the lavender. They even warmed it up for me, which was the icing on the cake. GREAT. On our second visit, our whole group of 9 stopped in for breakfast on Sunday before leaving town. We were able to find enough room for our little group on the upper level of the cafe, and we all ordered a variety of breakfast foods, from crab and artichoke quiche to burritos, to avocado toast. Everyone loved their food, and they were all impressed that such a little cafe packed so much flavor into their dishes. If you are in New Glarus, Fat Cat Coffee Works is worth the stop! read more

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Super cute spot! Used to be a train station it looks like. Lots of tables and chairs and a nice long bar. Think specialty coffee shop meets upscale diner food. Very nice staff and love the decor. Cozy spot! read more

A friend of mine made the suggestion to come here, and I am glad she did. The place is small but nice. Ideally located between the trail and Blumenladen. Parking is atrocious in New Glarus; more people in town, more circling every block trying to find a parking space. But I got lucky this time. I ordered the Caprese Quiche special and a cherry Italian soda. It was worth the $12 I spent. The Quiche was small but it came with a small piece of sourdough bread, warmed, and a small arugula salad, and a slice of orange. A nicely, thought-out presentation. The quiche was a bit too soft for my liking but the taste was appealing. Cherry soda was satisfying. The two points of criticism I have is that the distance from front door to order spot was way too short (the cafe does have a long, narrow shape). Also, where my friend and I sat was too noisy. Made it difficult to think or talk. Someone needs to rethink entrance/order point, and to make sure customers are not sitting next to constant slamming and repetitive, loud noises from the kitchen area. I'm definitely recommending this place. Will return when there is less foot/car traffic in town, and locate seating away from the kitchen noises. Keep up the good work Fat Cat! read more

Great coffee shop! Lots of variety. We had a bacon fig quiche that was the best I'd ever had and a perfect breakfast sandwich. Very fun atmosphere. A must stop in New Glarus! read more

Great coffee and an assortment of freshly made pastries, quiche and breakfast. The place is clean and the staff friendly. You won't go wrong here if your looking for quality! read more

Strong coffee shop with a great location. This was our second visit here and I remember liking it the first time around, too. Had my usual - - skinny vanilla latte -- which was excellent. I ordered a medium which was a large in my book. Could not finish it! I thought it as good as anything I have had in Madison or any other city serving Ancora coffee. For less than $5, I consider it a great value. Family had a strawberry smoothie and a mint limeade - - excellent reports all around. We did not have any food but it all looked good. Fresh pies, sandwiches...we even saw a good looking omelette being served during our mid afternoon visit. They also serve beer and wine. The shop is right across from Blumengarden and has ample parking. For those unfamiliar, Blumengarden is a popular flower/nursery shop right on the main drag. So Fat Cat is a great pre-, during and post flower shop respite. Definitely worth bookmarking and stopping in while in the area. See you there! read more

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The food is fantastic. A regularly changing menu of in house specials. I had the crab and artichoke quiche and a lot of bacon. Atmisphere is pleasant. They have a no phone call rule and a found wood counter over-looking the kitchen -like a fancy hipster Wafflehouse. If I weren't doing low carb, I would have gotten any of the hashes or skillets. They had a delicious looking Cajun skillet and also Hashbrowns and bacon casserole. A lot of bakeey options and fist-sized cupcakes. And when you ordet a cupcake they donate to local charities! The coffee is very smooth and the staff is Super friendly. They didn't seem to judge be low carb choice of lots of bacon.They were playing Lemonheads when I came in, and later I was listening and I was surprised to hear an obscure English band. My inner hipster squeed. Ate lunch on Saturday, and skipped complimentary breakfast to visit again. A bit pricey, but worth every penny. read more

I have been stopping here for years and they have grown in size over the years however they have kept up the service and product quality.

A must if you're in New Glarus. While traveling to the Crossfit games, made a stop to visit the brewery and of course grab some spotted cow. I was delighted by not only the quaint small town, but the incredible bites I got while visiting. Fat cat has a wide variety of breakfast and lunch items including but not limited to craft coffees, high end teas, CBD lemonades and even some beer and wines for an indulge. The sandwiches and pastries were all 10/10 on aesthetic and rate even higher on flavors! Kind staff and friendly locals made this place a true must go. A hidden gem for sure and much better than I was expecting! read more

IEnded up here for breakfast and then for coffee to go the next morning. LOVED the vibe and the staff was super nice. I had the quiche (vegetarian) and it was delicious- it would of been even more delicious with carmalized onions or cherry tomatoes. The coffee, food, and atmosphere was on point. read more

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What a great find. Everything was delicious and fresh made coffees. Lattes, bakery, quiches, croissanwiches, avocado toasts were fantastic. A bit of a wait because we had a small group, but we'll worth it. We'll come back read more

Worth the drive! Great latte and charming atmosphere. Ancora coffee for the win!! Latte was excellent. Baristas super friendly. read more

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One of my favorite stops during bike rides. The coffee is great and the huge selection of baked goods is amazing. I love to sit in the back where you can enjoy the outside and relax on the peaceful patio. I have only had the bakery - save room if you order a meal. You won't be disappointed. read more

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I still love this place, but I think it's best for pastries and treats. We ordered sandwiches this time around for lunch. And while they were yummy, they were so very greasy! I mean (TMI alert) they slid right through with barely a warning! Plus for a $9 sandwich, I would expect chips or salad or some other small side to come with it. For two coffees and two sandwiches (plus tip), we paid $30. I still haven't found my "perfect" coffee drink there yet, but I won't give up! They have a whole seating area to the side, and upstairs as well which I wasn't aware of. Our ordering process was messy and confusing since there were like 4 people behind the counter doing things. It stays busy during Oktoberfest, but I'd still come back next year! read more

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Everything we had was delicious! Stopped in for lunch and had their cold brew. There's a nice little patio out back too. read more

Fat Cat Coffee Works - Grilled cheese with roasted veggies. Not your normal grilled cheese-- very unique flavors. Highly recommend! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New Glarus, Wisconsin

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The food is amazing. The prices are not terrible, but charging for coffee re-fills seems odd and the cook should stick to what she knows best. Trust me, it isn't customer service. If you go, get a table because if you are the only customer in the bar area, it is considered rude to take a call in the middle of a work day, you will be asked to go outside. So, I did and will not step back inside, ever. read more

If you have time on a Saturday or Sunday morning, EAT HERE! They had so many unique options for breakfast, along with standards for those that like basic. My group had the Farmer's Casserole (it's gluten-free and they had gluten-free toast to boot), The Andouille Hash, and the Avacado Toast. All were tasty and well prepared with the perfect amount of food. Also had the Butterscotch Latte - delicious! read more

Fat Cat Coffee Works - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New Glarus, Wisconsin

Homely coffee shop in historic New Glarus village serving up paninis, desserts, beer and wine, and even a full breakfast and dinner menu. I came in for lunch and just did a grab and go panini. It came with a side of apple pie filling, which was delicious and certainly unconventional. A nice touch. The panini was quite good, nothing incredible but solid. Service was excellent. The ambiance here is homely and cozy with a neighborhood vibe. Certainly, this is a nice local gem that would be good breakfast, lunch, dinner, or just coffee or snacks. I would definitely come back and try their other menu items for breakfast and dinner and save room for dessert. read more

Had a long girls weekend with the ladies, we stopped into Fat Cat, Such a cute coffee shop! OMG the pastries! Coffee & Tea - 2 thumbs up! Plenty of seating, people working here are very nice! And beer! They have some hot food items besides pastries. I love the warm decor here, I want to redo my kitchen to look like this :) I'd go back forsure! read more

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Espresso was terribly acidic. Staff was rude when I asked for cream and told me "I'll have to charge you for a latte". Since I only used a splash of half and half they were "generous" enough to not charge me. The baked goods are fine and homemade if a little greasy. Pecans in the cookie we fresh. The one star is for that. read more

I really loved this place! The food was beyond amazing.....I had the grilled pear and blue cheese bacon sandwich and it very possibly is the best sandwich I've ever had. The pastries we brought home were delicious. The customer service was great and the interior was so cute. The whole experience was a real treat. read more

Fat Cat Coffee Works - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New Glarus, Wisconsin