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This place was great! Came here with coworkers and had our meeting, which was nice to be in a good space. It can get crowded fast. Note- some of their coffees can be sweet but their pastries are great and decadent. The lemonades are sooo nice and so are their specialty lattes. They also have a pretty heavy pour with their espressos so keep that in mind. Overall, love the place and can't wait to come back and study here!
I stopped in on a Saturday afternoon, and it was super busy. Luckily, I was only grabbing a drink to go, so I didn't need to worry about getting a table. The take-out counter is right inside the entrance, and it's a bit tight when there are a lot of people. The line was short though and moved quickly, and the barista who took my order was pleasant. I ordered an Iced Biscolatte and then tried to find a place to stand where I didn't feel like I was in the way or crowding the people at nearby tables, which was a challenge. Be prepared to have to move around out of the way of people coming and going and possibly get bumped into as you wait for your order. I was pleasantly surprised by how quickly my order was ready though based on how busy the cafe was, and I was on my way in less than five minutes after I'd ordered. And the Iced Biscolatte was definitely worth dealing with the crowd! It was delicious! I'll definitely be returning to order it again. It was smooth and creamy and very sweet (and I love a very sweet, dessert-like coffee drink). They also had some delicious looking pastries in the bakery case, so I'm looking forward to trying those on a return visit.
Very inconsistent service. On three different occasions I ordered Nitro Cold Brew only to be told they don't have it although its on the menu. Today I ordered a regular coldbrew with cold foam, paid, only to be told by the barrisra he can't put cold foam in my coffee. So I changed to a iced latte that was watery bc the never called my name. I decided to ck cups when I realized. I was standing by the counter. Breakfast sandwiche was ok. For the price, not to mention passing by four coffee shops to get Madis, service should be exceptional. Disappointed! Spending my money elsewhere.
Trying to up my coffee game and leave Dunkin & Starbucks alone. I walked in Madi's at 2:00pm and it was packed... students on laptops, people working. Almost every seat was filled. I want to come when it's less busy so I can take my pics and just be to myself. Not sure when or how I will accomplish that. They had some delicious looking pastries. I ordered the iced matcha latte with lavender. I don't see any lavender and it could use more sweetener. I also got a pistachio muffin, which is stiff as a board.it has walnuts in it and lots of green dye. It taste ok but needs some real pistachios Not sure if they heat anything up or you have to ask. It's just so busy I just wanna get out the way! I was excited to try this place and even more excited to leave. I think I just need to find the perfect time to sit back and relax and this experience didn't provide that this go around. I'll try again ..
I ordered an orange blossom iced latte and a coffee cake. The orange blossom iced latte's presentation was very nice, but the syrup wasn't mixed well and the flavors did not go together, which might've been my own fault for ordering it. I would not recommend getting a fruit flavored latte. My friend ordered a salted caramel latte, which was way too syrupy and artificial. The coffee cake was quite sweet but pretty good overall. The store has a lot of indoor and outdoor seating and is clean and cute.
A very café with very nice ambiance. Free wifi and the chai tea latte was excellent. I enjoyed sitting by the window people watching and reading. The light coming through the front windows was so pleasant. Joined the rewards program while you there in anticipation of returning.
Super yummy blueberry latte! I was in meetings nearby for a few days and became a daily visitor at Madi's during my time in Philly (as well as most members of my team). We never encountered long lines, had great service, and the inside is very cute and modern!
I ordered the iced matcha latte and a French toast muffin. One of my favorite things about this spot is the ambiance--huge windows let in plenty of natural light, and the soft background music creates such a calm, relaxing vibe. It's easy to see why so many people come here to work on their laptops. The iced matcha latte was not only grainy but also quite bland. That said, it actually ended up pairing well with the French toast muffin, which was rich and sweet enough to balance it out.
Great snacks and drinks, super friendly staff! WiFi on the patio was iffy, but views of the cityscape were lovely.
I've been wanting to come here since it opened and I'm so happy I finally made my way over. It has great outdoor seating, including street seating and patio seating and a lot of indoor tables for sitting and getting some work done. The coffee was fine, but nothing too exciting. I also tried the egg and cheese which was ok, but also nothing too exciting. It was a bit dry and missing some sort of fat (maybe some extra butter or more cheese). The service was good and friendly. It was really cute inside.
Loved Madi's -- my only complaint is that I wish I lived closer so I could come here more often. I ended up getting an iced latte, which they gave to me in a reusable cup (I like that they offer cups for dining in); I thought the quality of the espresso was great I enjoyed the array of pastries that were on display, and I noticed they had some fun seasonal flavors for Valentine's Day. I would've tried those if I saw those in advance. In terms of the seating, there are a decent amount of seats available for people to get work done, though I found it a little cramped at times. I will definitely come back soon!
Madis is a very cute coffee spot with lots of seating, but it also gets extremely busy. Their drinks are definitely pricey, but you're paying in part for the ambiance and quality coffee. I came here in the early afternoon thinking that I would beat the Drexel rush, but even at ~1:30pm it was absolutely packed. Be prepared to potentially hunt for a table, because even though there are plenty of seats, there are also plenty of people! I got a ginger vanilla latte and ended up paying over $8! It was a solid latte, but there was no ginger flavor at all. The prices of coffee have skyrocketed in the past few years so I understand that ~$6-8 is standard for small coffee shops now, but at that price it should at least taste as advertised. I will probably try to find a different coffee spot so I don't have to fight for seating, but madis clearly already has a loyal fan base for good reason.
8 months ago
Stopped by soon after opening this morning for a morning meetup with some friends. Ample seating early on and given the morning cold! Ambience was nice, and not too much noise or background disturbances. There's generally a lot of seating here, with ample outlets. I've visited previous times where there hasn't been a lot of free space because this is a student hotspot for nearby Drexel and UPenn. But that's honestly no fault to the cafe itself-- they are pretty much maxing out space without beginning to feel too cluttered and sacrificing the "vibe". Ordered a drip and a English muffin breakfast sandwich. One of my friends also completed the "Google review for a cookie" deal, and we enjoyed a piping hot freshly baked cookie! Overall I'd definitely consider this a place to meet up, or lock in while studying. Just make sure to consider the time of day and time of year academically, as this is a popular student spot. read more
Food 5/5 Lattes are good. I've ordered lavender (norm for me) and a blueberry bliss, which was different for me, yet tasty. Service 4/5 Friendly. Ambiance 4/5 The interior design and layout of the coffee shop what keeps me returning. They have ample seating and outlets. Due to this, it is quite busy, but people are rotating in/out to find seating. The patio is lovely, but the wifi does not connect out there--please address! There are two unisex bathrooms as well. read more
This was my first time at Madis Coffee and I went with the Iced Cinnamon Honey Spiced Latte. When I let the cashier know I was deciding between a couple of drinks, she was very helpful in narrowing down my choice for today. The latte was excellent, not too sweet and just the right amount of spice without crossing into that candle-like flavor. I usually prefer coffee drinks on the less sweet side, so I asked the barista if the standard recipe would be balanced. He assured me it was, and he was completely right. I enjoyed it exactly as served. My friend ordered the Iced Matcha Latte, which unfortunately was not to her liking (she mentioned that she prefers the matcha at Café Maiko). The cafe itself is bright with lots of natural lighting, spacious, and inviting. There are plenty of tables, both high and low, along with a good number of outlets. It makes for a great spot to catch up with friends or settle in for some work. I came on a Saturday morning and even though there was a line, there were still open seats. I would say about 80 percent of the customers were getting work done. The wifi password is written on the chalkboard, and the music is kept at a comfortable volume that blends nicely with the ambient chatter. There is also a lovely outdoor seating area that is pleasant for getting some fresh air. Just note that the wifi is not as strong outside, and on this windy day I found a few stray leaves and specks of pollen blown into my drink (yumm free extra seasoning). For amenities, there are two restrooms that are easy to spot thanks to their bright yellow doors. Overall, I left with a very positive first impression. I can definitely see myself returning again and again for conversations or to buckle down and study away. read more
9 months ago
This place was great! Came here with coworkers and had our meeting, which was nice to be in a good space. It can get crowded fast. Note- some of their coffees can be sweet but their pastries are great and decadent. The lemonades are sooo nice and so are their specialty lattes. They also have a pretty heavy pour with their espressos so keep that in mind. Overall, love the place and can't wait to come back and study here! read more
I stopped in on a Saturday afternoon, and it was super busy. Luckily, I was only grabbing a drink to go, so I didn't need to worry about getting a table. The take-out counter is right inside the entrance, and it's a bit tight when there are a lot of people. The line was short though and moved quickly, and the barista who took my order was pleasant. I ordered an Iced Biscolatte and then tried to find a place to stand where I didn't feel like I was in the way or crowding the people at nearby tables, which was a challenge. Be prepared to have to move around out of the way of people coming and going and possibly get bumped into as you wait for your order. I was pleasantly surprised by how quickly my order was ready though based on how busy the cafe was, and I was on my way in less than five minutes after I'd ordered. And the Iced Biscolatte was definitely worth dealing with the crowd! It was delicious! I'll definitely be returning to order it again. It was smooth and creamy and very sweet (and I love a very sweet, dessert-like coffee drink). They also had some delicious looking pastries in the bakery case, so I'm looking forward to trying those on a return visit. read more
6 months ago
Very inconsistent service. On three different occasions I ordered Nitro Cold Brew only to be told they don't have it although its on the menu. Today I ordered a regular coldbrew with cold foam, paid, only to be told by the barrisra he can't put cold foam in my coffee. So I changed to a iced latte that was watery bc the never called my name. I decided to ck cups when I realized. I was standing by the counter. Breakfast sandwiche was ok. For the price, not to mention passing by four coffee shops to get Madis, service should be exceptional. Disappointed! Spending my money elsewhere. read more
6 months ago
Trying to up my coffee game and leave Dunkin & Starbucks alone. I walked in Madi's at 2:00pm and it was packed... students on laptops, people working. Almost every seat was filled. I want to come when it's less busy so I can take my pics and just be to myself. Not sure when or how I will accomplish that. They had some delicious looking pastries. I ordered the iced matcha latte with lavender. I don't see any lavender and it could use more sweetener. I also got a pistachio muffin, which is stiff as a board.it has walnuts in it and lots of green dye. It taste ok but needs some real pistachios Not sure if they heat anything up or you have to ask. It's just so busy I just wanna get out the way! I was excited to try this place and even more excited to leave. I think I just need to find the perfect time to sit back and relax and this experience didn't provide that this go around. I'll try again .. read more
1 year ago
I ordered an orange blossom iced latte and a coffee cake. The orange blossom iced latte's presentation was very nice, but the syrup wasn't mixed well and the flavors did not go together, which might've been my own fault for ordering it. I would not recommend getting a fruit flavored latte. My friend ordered a salted caramel latte, which was way too syrupy and artificial. The coffee cake was quite sweet but pretty good overall. The store has a lot of indoor and outdoor seating and is clean and cute. read more
3 months ago
A very café with very nice ambiance. Free wifi and the chai tea latte was excellent. I enjoyed sitting by the window people watching and reading. The light coming through the front windows was so pleasant. Joined the rewards program while you there in anticipation of returning. read more
1 year ago
Super yummy blueberry latte! I was in meetings nearby for a few days and became a daily visitor at Madi's during my time in Philly (as well as most members of my team). We never encountered long lines, had great service, and the inside is very cute and modern! read more
1 year ago
I ordered the iced matcha latte and a French toast muffin. One of my favorite things about this spot is the ambiance--huge windows let in plenty of natural light, and the soft background music creates such a calm, relaxing vibe. It's easy to see why so many people come here to work on their laptops. The iced matcha latte was not only grainy but also quite bland. That said, it actually ended up pairing well with the French toast muffin, which was rich and sweet enough to balance it out. read more
6 months ago
1 year ago
Great snacks and drinks, super friendly staff! WiFi on the patio was iffy, but views of the cityscape were lovely. read more
2 months ago
I've been wanting to come here since it opened and I'm so happy I finally made my way over. It has great outdoor seating, including street seating and patio seating and a lot of indoor tables for sitting and getting some work done. The coffee was fine, but nothing too exciting. I also tried the egg and cheese which was ok, but also nothing too exciting. It was a bit dry and missing some sort of fat (maybe some extra butter or more cheese). The service was good and friendly. It was really cute inside. read more
Loved Madi's -- my only complaint is that I wish I lived closer so I could come here more often. I ended up getting an iced latte, which they gave to me in a reusable cup (I like that they offer cups for dining in); I thought the quality of the espresso was great I enjoyed the array of pastries that were on display, and I noticed they had some fun seasonal flavors for Valentine's Day. I would've tried those if I saw those in advance. In terms of the seating, there are a decent amount of seats available for people to get work done, though I found it a little cramped at times. I will definitely come back soon! read more
Madis is a very cute coffee spot with lots of seating, but it also gets extremely busy. Their drinks are definitely pricey, but you're paying in part for the ambiance and quality coffee. I came here in the early afternoon thinking that I would beat the Drexel rush, but even at ~1:30pm it was absolutely packed. Be prepared to potentially hunt for a table, because even though there are plenty of seats, there are also plenty of people! I got a ginger vanilla latte and ended up paying over $8! It was a solid latte, but there was no ginger flavor at all. The prices of coffee have skyrocketed in the past few years so I understand that ~$6-8 is standard for small coffee shops now, but at that price it should at least taste as advertised. I will probably try to find a different coffee spot so I don't have to fight for seating, but madis clearly already has a loyal fan base for good reason. read more
3 months ago
2 years ago
Good service, great vibe. I love how much space and seating they have! Both lattes were excellent. The food was not great though. The spinach pastry was dry and the blueberry muffin was too sweet and hardly any blueberries. read more
3 years ago
I don't come this way often so this is my first time trying Madis. I am glad there is another coffee shop other than Starbucks. There are other coffee shops around, but they become kind of redundant in what they serve, vibe, and attitudes. I was surprised how spacious it is inside, but the outside seating area is also a nice size. The ordering counter feels a bit cramped, but no big deal. The workers were all friendly, down to earth, and helpful. My daughter and I both ordered cinnamon honey spiced latte, one cold and one hot. It was a really nice drink, right amount of spices, and not too sweet. Since this is near Drexel University there are lot of students so most tables were taken with students studying. Next time I may come back when the students are on their break read more
8 months ago
8 months ago
There is a new coffee shop in the area that has only been open for a few months, so everything looks new and bright! It offers a good selection on the menu and has a warm environment. Both indoor and outdoor areas are available. read more
4 months ago
5 months ago
4 years ago
First time here. Pretty varied selection of pastries/baked goods. Coffee is roasted in-house and is behind a glass half-wall inside. Plenty of indoor seating, but fills up fast especially for working college students. There is also an outdoor seating area that must be accessed from inside the establishment. Service was good, wasn't super busy when I got there so got my drink quickly but wouldn't say the baristas were super friendly. Iced chai latte was good, I wish the chai was a little stronger but would definitely get again. After tax, a small (16 oz) was $5.02 which is cheaper than Saxbys. Closes at 6pm. Good ambience, will definitely be back. read more
4 months ago
1 year ago
Overall, a nice alternative to Starbucks. I had the salmon and cream cheese sandwich with garlic butter and cucumbers. The bread seemed just a tad stale and the taste was a bit "dilly" for me (I don't care for dill!), but it was fine. The salad that came with it had a few corn kernels on top which was nice. Most of the lettuce was fresh but there was a small amount of wilted, blackish leaves. The biscolatte was good but I did not find the advertised graham cracker crumbles. Were they melted into the drink, which would be weird? Or were they forgotten? Strangely, the photo from the restaurant did not show any crumbles either. It's getting a little loud now at 9:38 am but still tolerable. No absorbing materials in the room, as usual for an eating establishment these days. Service was okay. And they gave me flatware for the salad and sandwich but a plastic spoon for the latte. Inconsistent! First time here so don't know if they don't have spoon flatware. read more
1 year ago
Favorite place in UCity for a well above average espresso. Their iced espresso is frothed which is an added plus! Croissant is top tier for what I've seen in Philly. read more
1 year ago
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3 years ago
I can't believe this coffee shop was minutes away and I'm just getting hip to this place! It's such a cute vibe! The service is bomb! I only been ordering the iced biscolatte because it's sweet and I'm not mature enough to drink coffee that's not sweet! But it's very good. My cousin tried their iced chai tea latte and she finished her drink in less than 5 minutes lol. It's safe to say we will be repeat customers. read more
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3527 Lancaster Ave
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Powelton Village, University City
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