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Me: "I love coffee."
Various people: "Have you been to Bradbury's?"
Me: "I love crepes."
Various people: "Checked out Bradbury's yet?"
Me: "I love exploring Madison."
Various people: "You should go to Bradbury's!"
So, I finally went! Alright, already! I only had a cappucino, but this corner spot is cool. I'm giving myself a big ol' pat on the back for checking it out before my fiance (who's already lived here for two years) had even heard about it. What can I say? I talk to the right various people.
Good sunny, autumn music (although the album ended and the servers forgot to queue something up again), delicious espresso, and cool decor. Sections of the cement beams have been painted with blackboard paint, so you can check out the overhead menu and list of local farms from which Bradbury's sources. The crepe menu changes weekly, sometimes daily, completely based on what's fresh and available.
I'm a firm believer in the idea that if you can't get a handle on the vibe of a place, chat it up. That's it! If you can't tell if the service is friendly or shy or just plain terrible...if you need to determine if your food was sub-par because it's always sub par or because the cook was having a bad morning...just talk to the people that work there. Ask questions about the menu or simply comment on the weather. It's amazing how much your service and experience can improve.
For me, I learned a new thing while chatting with the barista. On the menu they advertised "Japanese siphon". Hmmm...um, what's that? Well, she explained, it's this cool little contraption that looks like it belongs in a 1960's science lab, but it actually allows you to brew your coffee table side. Psychadelic! I'll be back to try the siphon with Nutella-banana crepes next time, and provide an updated rating based on the food.
Well we came in here cuz yelpers rated it high. We r on a road trip around the US and really wanted some good food.
My order: sausage kale eggs and cheese crepe with a hot apple cider.
My BF order: raspberries, lemon curd crepe with French press
My crepe was ok the big chunks didn't mesh well with the crepe and was hard to eat. The price was crazy high for such a small amount of food!
My apple cider was really just nuked apple juice! WOM = waste of money
His crepe came with a little friend :) A BUG! And the "organic" raspberries were moldy :( the super lowkey and kind staff made him a new one with banana instead. The second crepe had even less fruit then the first. What is it with crepe places charging high and then skimping on the amounts.
I'm still hungry....
The French press tho was great and you get alot :) ahhh one good thing :)
Wisconsin so far... Crappy food and o so unhappy cows :(
I had heard this place talked up quite a bit, so I came in with high expectations. They were not met. It's not bad, but it is definitely over-hyped.
The space is very small, so the menu is necessarily limited--the first time I came in, I actually left without ordering because none of the day's offerings really appealed (plus it was SUPER crowded). Since I came in this time with a group of 3, I found the paucity of tables a bit inconvenient--I feel like the bar seating should be reduced to make room for smaller tables (and then there's the 6-8 person table in the middle which seems like overkill). I admit, we did come in at 10am on a Saturday, which is one of the busier times.
I had one crepe each off the sweet and savory menus. The savory crepe contained eggs, summer squash, and cheddar, but it was so heavily salted that it might as well have been a crepe stuffed with salt. I seriously could barely taste anything else.
The sweet crepe (raspberry & lemon curd) was much better, although I felt like there were a few too many berries in relation to the rest of its contents. I tasted my friend's banana/almond/nutella crepe and it was completely delicious. My skim latte was also very good and complimented the sweet crepes beautifully.
My overall assessment is that this a decent place to get take-out dessert, but avoid the savory crepes and only plan to eat in during off hours.
I'm there now. Quaint lil hole in the wall. I had the nutella crepe (reminds me of time spent in Paris!) coffee was delicious, and I automatically give places a thumbs up if they use whole milk in their coffee. Lovely place for a lazy afternoon and of you want to get some reading or hw done! Street parking is in abundant which is good. I can see me coming here more!
Cute and quaint, nestled in a sliver of a space just off capitol square. I'm not a coffee snob and admittedly do not understand what makes coffee and/or espresso drinks good, but their latte made me want to learn. Perfectly poured in a ceramic (not porcelain) mug, great flavor with no hint of bitterness. The froth was just the right thickness with a cute little design, and maybe I'm superficial or simple (or both), but that made me happy. This was easily the best latte I've had in Madison. As everyone says, the place is small, so I'd only use it as a study space during off hours.
We decided to try Bradbury's one Sunday morning...I'm amazed with what they have done with such a small corner spot. The menu is small, but offers sweet and savory crepes, as well as an egg dish or two. I'm assuming that choices change frequently due to the use of fresh, local and seasonal ingredients--which is great!
My only complaint was the fact that the music was a bit too loud and urban-techno for an early Sunday morning. I realize that it goes with the "vibe" that they're trying to portray, but it was just too much for me to deal with before my first cup of coffee had taken effect.
My girlfriend and I checked this place out purely on the positive yelp review and were not disappointed.
It's a cozy space with giant glass windows overlooking the traffic on the Capitol loop, making for a nice people-watching spot.
Crepes sounded like the perfect breakfast. I had the egg, sausage, and cheese, and she had the egg, pesto, and mozzarella. Both were great, and I was pleasantly surprised by the spicy sausage and occasional explosions of salt and pepper tucked away. Next time we might try one of the sweet varieties.
The service was a bit sleepy in the morning, but they might have had a rough Saturday night.
Went there for lunch on a Sunday afternoon.
Great food. Only using in season ingredients. Had the best sun-gold tomatoes ever! Crepe had great flavors and all were balanced well.
Service was good.
It's a small place (like most downtown places), so definitely leave the stroller in the car.
The only thing keeping me from giving it 5 stars was the music. It was a bit loud for a "coffee shop" type of place and out of place. It was a little on the techno side. I definitely get the individuality that baristas have, however, I would have liked to have it turned down just a bit.
I would definitely go back.
I have to begin by saying thanks to everyone involved with Bradbury's. You're an example of what this town needs if it is going to move forward as a city. If only a handful of Madison businesses operated with the quality, integrity and honesty that this embodies we'd all benefit.
A brief review, I think, would do this place the most justice in keeping with their minimalist approach.
The use of space is perfect. They've transformed an awkward triangle of an awkward building into a happy terrarium for hungry spro junkies.
Speaking of spro, their shots are the best in town. That beautiful machine, the choice of roasts, the attention to grind, and the short pours all come together to create a perfect little ristretto shot.
The crepes are a testament to well prepared, locally sourced ingredients. Simple, delicious, light and healthy. If one doesn't fill you up, order a second. Especially if they have homemade lemon curd.
All of this served by nice, young, attractive staff with no attitude! Really? Yes Please!
Yum! Excellent crepes, and not overpriced. Cute place, too, with huge windows and tons of natural light. I suppose it could get a little crowded (there are like 2 tables and then counter seating), but even at 11 am with the farmer's market in full swing a block away, it wasn't too busy this morning. I love that they source their ingredients locally (with the farmer's market right there, who wouldn't anyway?) Everything was super fresh and tasty. I had the wilted kale and scrambled egg crepe, which was excellent. My partner had the roasted vegetable with chevre, which might've even been better.
Might have to make this a weekend tradition.
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(to the tune of figaro)
Bradbury's is the first place that I have gone to based purely upon yelp.
Let me just say this: The reviews are all accurate. This place is pretty cool, down to the littlest of details.
My girlfriend and I got the cinnamon and sugar crepe, paired with an espresso macchiato for her and a soy chai for me. The crepe was delicious. The chai is a bit on the unsweetened side, but was still good.
The two guys working, who both appeared to be owners, were really cool. They were super friendly and helpful. While we were there, some guy spilled his coffee all over his crepe. After the guy cleaned up, the workers didn't hesitate to offer him a replacement for free. I've seen this happen at Espresso Royale, and watched employees do nothing but laugh.
Been wanting to stop at Bradbury's everytime I am in Madison. Too me, its the re-creation( of the oh' so needed) Coffeehouse. Perfect menu. Really this one is perfect! Their Barista Craft is 5 stars ( and I am coffee-craft critic), The menu is perfect, it's all a crepe menu should be: A couple savory choices, a couple sweet choices- Do what I do, order one of each. I had the spinach & egg & potato, with lovely winter radish slices on top, and a cinnamon whip creme, with a side of really here square on Lemon Curd. Not everyone can manage Lemon Curd well and thats a fact. Their's was A+. Had a great small 6oz Cap ( hello...out there 6oz is exactly what it should be), and it was perfect.
A big big round of applause for these folks that opened Bradbury's!!!
Come on you guys cross the river and open one in Minneapolis!!
Bradbury's is a beautiful, sunny place to enjoy a light meal or study. They serve fresh, frequently organic, ***seasonally available** produce from **local farmers**. They have a different menu each day, and the range of different crêpes I've had there is amazing. (Who knew one base dish could be so many things!) The crêpes are also served with a keen eye for presentation, often with a lovely garnish or side salad tied to the crêpe's main ingredient.
The staff are creative chefs, and they are always willing to suggest a tasty vegetarian substitution (though at least one of the savory crepes on the menu is always vegetarian). Last night, for example, I liked the sound of the sprouted lentil and fried egg crêpe that also contained bacon, and the barista suggested substituting the yogurt cheese for the meat. It was awesome!
Their coffee can't be beat; like Ancora's and Cafe Soleil's, it puts the crap served at State St. cafes to shame. The lattes and mochas are never too sweet nor over-extracted, and they are served in beautiful ceramic mugs.
Really outstanding crepes, scones, and coffee; friendly, helpful service; well-designed space with wonderful light. I love that the food served is all fresh and local (and sourced on a chalkboard!).
Public garage is right across the street, and there is a lot of metered (except Sundays) parking as well.
Good overview at http://www.thedailypag... .
Awesome crepes
Awesome views out panoramic windows
Awesome coffee
Awesome beer
Awesome location (I mean, relatively - maybe convenient is the better word)
Awesomely helpful staff
Awesomely small deliberate kitchen space
Awesome posters
Awesome place
Yeay, a new (relatively) neighborhood coffee spot. This one is going to be on my favorite list.
Bradbury's is truly awesome. I stopped by here this morning and grabbed their coffee ($1.90 for large, $1.60 for small) and rhubarb+strawberry+brebis ($4.50) crepe to go. The coffee is brewed strong, or just right for me. Crepe is freshly made to order. The filling was very nicely done with tart rhubarb perfectly accompanied by sweetness from strawberry. I really appreciated the freshness of the ingredients and not-overwhelming amount of sweetness that works great for breakfast. Next time, I'd want to try the one of the savory crepes.
If you're not in a terrible hurry, there are cute tables and chairs to sit down.
Another "plus" is that they are open from 6:30am! I was waiting for a good place (other than Starbucks) to grab coffee that opens before 7am :) If you go there around 7:00am, you can pick up the "fresh-out of the oven" scone that they bake everyday. The staffs are always friendly and smiley. There are too many good things to write about this place ... I can go on and on, but it's a lot easier if you just go experience it yourself.
Crepes are good, but menu changes from day to day, and on the day I went there weren't too many interesting options (2 sweet, 2 savory). I got a 3-cheese crepe with fresh salsa, and while it was very very good, I found myself thinking of buying a bagel somewhere else, since I was still hungry. Food is delicious but portions are small. Cool points for the foam art on my cappuccino.
Very small place. Hard to seat large groups.
Bradbury's is adorable in many ways and I wholeheartedly recommend spending your money and your time at this family-operated establishment. The crepes are delicate and superb and the coffee is excellent. You can just feel how much the owners love this place and have made it theirs.
Savory or sweet, Bradbury's makes the best crêpes in Madison. Each day you'll find a selection of crêpes prepared with fresh, local ingredients. Complementing the crêpes is deliciously strong Kickapoo coffee. Honestly, if I lived nearby I'd come here every day for breakfast. The only drawback is the limited seating.
Friends + Coffee + Crepes + Sunlight = Bradbury's!
They have the best coffee in Madison (just edged past Ancora ;). It's a friendly, family-run situation-- a great place to relax, hang out, and catch a sunbeam.
This isn't a coffee factory. If it takes a minute longer than SBUX, it's because they'll only serve you their best.
Great food. Great coffee. Free wifi.
This place, after I finally found it by bike, was awesome! The space is tiny, yet airy and sunny! It is a great use of the space. I got a double shot breve latte, a crepe with smoked trout, chevre, tomato and mixed greens, and split an apple squash galette with my peng you. It was all so yummy, and the portions were perfect! All the ingredients were so fresh and delicious- 6 bucks is totally worth it to me. PLUS, if you get a Bicycle Benefits sticker and bike there you can get a free double shot espresso drink with your crepe (anytime between 3P and 7P)!! Yes!1!!! Oh, yes. I will be back.
best espresso and coffee in Madison, hands down. In some ways it is hard to compare the product that is produced here to other spots in town. They are total espresso geeks who use super high quality milk (blue marble).
Crepes are good, they keep the menu small, change it often and use fresh and local ingredients. They have improved on quality every week they have been open.
Madison, WI
Category: Coffee & Tea
Madison, WI
Category: Coffee & Tea
Madison, WI
Category: Coffee & Tea
Madison, WI
Category: Coffee & Tea
Madison, WI
Category: Restaurants
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