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    The Mad Bean

    4.3 (45 reviews)
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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed
    Good for working

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    Cozy interior.

    Arrived in a state of zombieness and ordered a cup of Mad Bean's Secret Society coffee and some breakfast. Great scrambled eggs and breakfast wrap. Left far more awake with a happy belly. Definitely a gem in downtown Madison.

    Reagan B.

    Such a lovely coffee shop. I wasn't expecting the opportunity to shop as well. All the local vendors were so much fun to look at. I ordered a large, iced, butterscotch latte. They have the amazing small crunchy ice! It wasn't as sweet as I prefer but it was still good. What sold me over all was the ambiance and design of the shop. It was super cute and cozy.

    Caramel macchiato
    Filippa D.

    This place is great! I got a caramel macchiato which was the perfect balance of flavor and sweetnesss. Can't wait to see the renovations! (I also really like the coffee sleeves on the cups!)

    Alli H.

    Great coffee house that serves fantastic sandwiches, soups (fall & winter) and salads (summer). I'm not a coffee drinker, but they have great southern sweet tea with real sugar. Frappes, smoothies and of course all types of hot and cold coffees and teas.

    Jamie D.

    First time here. Loooved the chicken salad wrap. I love one with grapes and pickles. Good flavor. If you hate onions maybe don't get it but if you like them go for it. My friend got the pimento cheese quesadilla and it was very good. Both served with chips. Prices are great. Didn't get the coffee but also looked good. They also had canned goods and paper goods to sell... maybe because of the Covid times? Will def come back when visiting my friend! Hidden gem that seems out of place here. Would imagine this place in Winston, Durham, or Asheville.

    Iced Cuban latte 1/2 sugar. So yummy! Thanks!

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    9 years ago

    Cute coffee shop with lots of nooks to talk or hangout with friends, staff is friendly and drinks are tasty.

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    10 years ago

    Great place located downtown! I love their coffee and can't wait to see them grow and become more established with the community!

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    9 years ago

    Great coffee! Wide selection and the barista said she could most likely make any sort of coffee we were thinking of. Love it here.

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    I am so happy to have a place like this, not just in Rockingham County, but in Madison.

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    Harvest Boards and Bowls

    Harvest Boards and Bowls

    4.7(19 reviews)
    29.7 mi

    A great spot for a fresh fix inside of Stock and Grain! Whether you are in the mood for a made to…read moreorder salad, hot bowl of soup, or a charcuterie board to enjoy at the bar with your friends... they have you covered. My personal favorite thing to order here is their excellent cobb salad. I'm not a fan of bleu cheese, so I swap that out in favor of another type, usually sharp white cheddar. Never a problem. It's a nice big bowl, and comes with just the right amount of dressing to add flavor to everything without being over-dressed. The ingredients here are always fresh and crisp, and you typically won't wait more than 10 minutes for everything to be ready. Stock and Grain itself provides a very comfortable environment to enjoy your choices, no matter who you purchase from. Or if you are like me... you buy from a few spots. Enjoy!

    Enjoyed a delicious salad from Harvest Boards and Bowls recently. We've enjoyed food from them at 2…read moreprevious Yelp events, and when we had the opportunity to visit again, we were not disappointed! Located right by the door in the Stock and Grain food hall, this is a must visit spot! I opted for the Cobb salad, which they knocked out of the park. The bowl was filled to the brim, and it just with lettuce. They were very generous with the toppings and their salad is fantastic. The cashier was very fry, offering a few suggestions, and getting our order out quickly. This is a great spot to pick up something fresh with plenty of healthier I, yet tasty options. I feel bad we waited so long to visit again, but I'm sure we'll be back again soon to try some of the other items from their menu!

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    River District Social

    4.3(36 reviews)
    34.6 mi

    Ok first of all I never order boneless wings but when I share with my wife she likes boneless…read morewings. So we got Boneless lemon pepper with a side of hot honey and ranch. As I cut a piece of the chicken, I noticed it was extremely tender. I also noticed that it appeared to be chunks of a breast hand battered. I dipped the chicken into the hot honey and then the ranch. OMG it was the BEST boneless chicken wing I've ever had! Seasoned perfectly with lemon pepper and cooked to perfection. We ate the whole plate of chicken! Brooke was our server and she said she was going to try them herself later. She was very helpful and offered a wide variety of food and drink options. I like when staff has actually tried the food and drinks to be able to offer and honest opinion. I ordered a river District, social margarita and a rum punch. Both were very good. The inside is so cool. The restaurant is a warehouse that they've turned to a recreational building to include pool tables, bowling alleys, and golf simulators. We will definitely be coming back!

    Came in on a Tuesday night with my best friend for the $5 burger deal, which is a solid start. Just…read moreknow you are getting their standard burger with lettuce, tomato, onion, mayo, and fries. Simple and classic. We both made a few tweaks. She skipped the onions, added ketchup and mustard, and got a side salad. I kept mine simple with no ketchup or mustard. Food came out fast. Appetizer and burgers hit the table in just over five minutes, which was impressive. The burgers were good. Not over the top, but juicy and worth the price. The only miss was the bun. It was cold and could have used a quick toast or at least some heat. The house salad was fresh with lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, cheese, and croutons. I tried to swap my fries for sweet potato fries and ended up getting both, so no complaints there. Just know the sweet potato fries count as extra. Fries came out hot and stayed hot. The sweet potato fries had a nice balance, not soggy, not too hard. The corn fritters were the standout. Crispy on the outside, soft and sweet inside. Service from Amber or Shannon was great. Attentive, friendly, and helpful. The only slowdown came at the end. It took longer to get the check than it did to receive the food. The space is in a reclaimed industrial building with exposed brick and high ceilings. Very large and open with plenty of room for groups and events. There is a main dining area, a busy bar, and a separate section with bowling lanes. The crowd was mixed. Families, couples, groups, people at the bar, even a few on laptops. Plenty of TVs and music, but it stays at a manageable level. Accessibility is decent with a lift available. Parking is nearby street or lot parking. Overall, a fun, casual place with strong value, especially on Tuesday nights. Must order: Corn fritters Heads up: Buns may come out cold and sweet potato fries are an extra

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