I stopped by to have a quick tea after lunch. The place was not busy at that time. I went for a…read moresesame matcha team and it was a really good flavor. It had nice bite of sesame seeds. I didn't go for boba, as most places do boba bad. Not sure how this place do boba, but didn't want to take a risk.

I wish I could give them more stars. Everything was OK. We got three drinks: 1. Mango slushy with…read moremango popping bubbles 2. Kungfu Honey tea with aloe jelly 3. Strawberry lemonade with mango jelly The drinks were fine - thank goodness they give you the option for level of sweetness. How can anybody go with 100%??? We all got 50% and the slushy and lemonade were sweeter than we cared for. The most unfortunate part was giving my order to somebody that apparently hates their job and didn't know anything about their drinks. I asked about the Kung fu Honey tea and the Winter Melon tea - they just shook their head and said they've never tried them. And, somehow, their energy made ME feel stupid for asking! How the heck did that happen??? Anyway, the drinks were made swiftly, and weren't terrible. I'm just going to assume that this would have been a 4 star review with a different server.

Really great vibe! Loved the outdoor seating, friendly service, and huge selection of fresh baked…read moretreats and hearty breakfast sandwiches! Delicious!

Welcome to Fair Trade Coffee House My ears filled with the…read morelow hum of chatty friends catching up accompanied by the silences of studious students in their books. The seasonal selection is an accurate portrayal of downtowns vibrant flavors. I was greeted with a lovely "sweetheart what can I get you?" I proceeded to ask if any drinks could be blended and this trip I switched up my usual order in which they happily modified the Turkish latte for a delicious spicy to

In front of library mall for study week. Beef has egg in it…read more Chicken , Cheese only, Spinach and Cheese are additional options. Askewed Coke and Pepsi products for drinks. Dipping sauces that accompany the order are as follows: (1) is hot and (1) is mayo based. I'm allergic to eggs. Call before you go looking for them as the wife will let you know where they are. She was sweet & called me back when I got the voicemail. Husband is super sweet as well. This was my 1st visit as I've had to miss them a few times during the Frmer's Market because they sold out. I will return as we have a GROUPON to use. So then, I'll let him know no egg with my beef. I can't rate lower because I'm a principled Yelper that believes you should patronize more than once before rating. I wrote today to give future patrons a head's up as to how the process goes and what to expect. Coke Zero, MM Lemonade, Mt. Dew, Pepsi, then a local drink from South America is offered. $3.50 each empanada or 2 for $5. The empanadas are made after you order.

Really friendly owners. Empanadas are made right after you order them so you are not getting…read moresomething that has been sitting around all day or something microwaved. I have only had their mozzarella empanadas but they are good. If you buy two empanadas you can also get a mate tea. Usually parked in front of Memorial Library, rain/snow or shine.

Came here for a smoothie to go. Ambiance and decor are really cool with old school typewriters and…read morebooks. Cashier was knowledgeable and they only offer paper straws (thin and thick). Mango coconut milk smoothie - so smooth and delicious. Like offered a nice freshness and I was super full after finishing this Came back for the green smoothie without mint - very refreshing and healthy but still sweet and flavorful. You will love this if you like celery

Such friendly staff and decent coffee but they have a chance to be so much more and somehow missing…read morethat opportunity. The hand pies are just average for the high price and any specialty drinks they might be able to make are obscured by the lack of clear menu/visuals. I stayed at the hotel last night, came here his morning, then went to Colectivo for a masala chai and pastry. I ordered the blueberry pie, which seemed to have a filling reminiscent or curdled milk, but was ricotta once. Threw it out. On the way back to the hotel, I saw they had a sandwich board outside advertising a specialty coffee drink, which I never saw inside or would have started there.

Cute and cozy space that seems popular/busy. Service is friendly and quick. We got hot and cold…read moredrinks - they were good. Not super standout but good enough for us to grab a drink and hang out for a bit.

There are a few Colectivo Coffee locations scattered around Madison, with this one sitting on the…read morecorner of State Street. Interior is modern industrial with exposed raw woods, concrete floors and ceilings with heavily industrial seating and fixtures offset with modern colors and even a neon sign. It's a larger space than you initially think. There is a small seating space up front, a long window counter near the counter, another space in the back and then an upstairs area. So even when busy, you should be able to find a spot. I popped in for a coffee, cold brew with almond milk to be exact, and they delivered. $6-ish after tip for a medium tap cold brew plus milk of choice. Not bad. The coffee itself was decent. Nothing special, but nothing terrible. From counter to pickup bottlenecks pretty easily as the ordering line, people already sitting, pickup orders and folks waiting on their newly placed order all converge in the same space. Gets pretty hectic fairly quickly. Service was solid. Barista who took my order was friendly and helpful. My name wasn't called when my order was ready, but I was luckily watching the counter before I went and sat. Overall, cool space in a great location with a chill vibe and decent coffee.

I stopped by on a weekday evening. There were not many people. Rose milk tea was excellent. It had…read morejust enough ice cubes. Chocolate hazelnut cake was a good snack. I also went for a Coconut blueberry cream bun and got it heated. That was really good as well.

Update: I went back for an Oreo cream pastry and I definitely enjoy the "slightly sweet" concept…read more Just wish the outside had a little firmer texture since both the inside and outside tasted the same.

I only made a Yelp cause my GF was harassed by a homeless dude outside of the DGX. They had like 4…read moredudes sitting by the door and the inside of the store is fine but people just lurk outside. Seemed like the wall was peed on. I like how everything inside is. The store is cheap and clean and good workers but dude. Don't be trying to touch my girls booty man. Not cool.

Horrible. Waited at the counter to check out for 20 mins. Walked around entire store not a single…read moreemployee in sight. Worst service I've ever seen at a store in my life.

Very, very understaffed. But I understand with everything that is going on with Starbucks right…read morenow. Whenever I order from there it's either very busy or only a few people there. The music isn't as loud as other places. Regarding their Matcha, it's my favorite place! I know, I'm probably going to be labelled as one of those "Crazy Starbucks People" (You know, like the ones who order and obsess over their drink.) That is NOT me. I love their Matcha and all of the alternative milk is various. My favorite to get from them (any location) is an Iced Matcha Latte with Strawberry Cold Foam :)

Went over today for a coffee while in Madison because I have always liked the service. Employees…read moreare clearly overworked and the store is understaffed but they still do their best to be friendly and helpful. However, today, the Starbucks on State is closed--the day when Miffin Street and Crazy Legs are going on. One of the busiest days in that area. I think their CEO should fly his private plane over and man the counter! They could be making bank today! What the hell was this choice?

What a cute tea bar!…read more Such an enticing menu, I was conflicted because everything looked so good but ended up getting the teddy graham matcha with boba! It was pretty expensive but really well done. I wish I could come back and try more items but I was unfortunately only in town for an event. Service was very fluid and kind, and the place was decorated so cutely! Ambiance is stellar, great study spot. I would recommend this as a must try!!

Sencha Tea Bar blends modern energy with a touch of whimsy--and Madison's location captures both…read moreperfectly. We stopped in for a midday pick-me-up and were greeted with a menu that felt more like a mood board: vibrant, customizable, and full of refreshing promise. I ordered the Mango Watermelon Iced Tea, which arrived crisp, fruit-forward, and exceptionally balanced. It wasn't overly sweet, and the watermelon notes didn't overpower the mango--a rare achievement in fruit tea profiles. My favorite of the visit, though, was the Moo Long Purple specialty drink. A layered beauty with oolong tea, lavender undertones, and rich purple hues that swirled like a galaxy in a cup. It had a soft floral fragrance and a creamy finish that made each sip linger just a second longer than expected. Staff were quick, friendly, and familiar with their blends--offering insights on flavor pairings and boba textures. The shop itself was clean, cozy, and a sweet retreat from the bustle of State Street. Whether you're looking to sip slowly with friends or grab a colorful Instagram-worthy drink on the go, Sencha delivers more than just tea--it delivers an experience worth repeating

In hindsight I believe I was too harsh in my initial assessment. I don't blame Carol for the…read moreDoritos Crunch Nuts being bad but I remember I was convinced into buying them. As for the pizza thing. That was crazy. This dude was just handed a slice of pizza out of the oven, just given it. He asked for a box to go and Carol gave him a plastic bag. To this day I cannot unsee the horror that I witnessed that day in that man's eyes.

Convenient for basics if your're in the area. It's sorta like a smaller competitor to the…read moreWallgreen's Corner across the street. Ok for a mini-US 7-11, it has Icees, candy, cold drinks, frozen food, mystery donuts*, some grab-and-go food, booze (since it's MSN), coffee, and an oddly relatively wide variety of work gloves for sale. Cheap and quick. The place is somehow, pretty clean, especially given its location. Note: (especially for those from overseas) This is NOT a 7-Eleven like you may be used to if you've been to a 7-Eleven in Japan or even Hong Kong. If you're expecting that experience, please prepare for disappointment. Bonus Find: Dunkaroos! (Multiple flavors!) * (More than once, at other places over the years, I've tried to stake out the entity responsible for delivering these things around 2:00 a.m. across town. It's literally a mysterious entity which doesn't want to be named, in an unmarked van, no less...)