Black Locust Cafe

I love this place. It provides for a nice working atmosphere. It does get busy on Sunday mornings for brunch, because it is delicious, but after 12, it slows down. Delicious food, good portions, great price. They also have Kombucha on tap which is a perk!

Came across town for brunch Saturday morning- we've been in the courtyard many times and love it back there. We were one of ~ four groups there. The five of us ordered together, but all our food came out in 10 minute intervals... when only 2/5 plates had arrived after 20 minutes, I went in and asked if the order was still coming / for a time estimate. One of the employees blew me off a bit and told me it was coming. Really made for an odd experience. Even when the food did make it, the grits were awful and my frittata was cold. I understand it's a cafe, but I don't understand the timing! As someone who has spent a lot of time waiting tables, the service was unacceptable and the food was subpar. I would assume this is just one of the many restaurants that have and will rotate through this space.

I’m from the South so Southern Gentleman appealed to me: two sunny side eggs on top of biscuits and gravy. First time I ordered it I was disappointed. Seemed like the flavors were good but the plate was cold, which cooled off what it carried. This time I requested that the chef warm the plated before plating it. Success! Eggs done perfectly, gravy studded with sausage bits, biscuits maybe a little heavy, but who cares when they’re lavishly covered with the kind of gravy my grandmother made every morning for breakfast.

Booth benches and chairs are hard sitting but the solid oak tables are nice to look at. And the massive safe door and raw poured concrete wall have an industrial chic look softened by the house plants in the windows and hanging from the ceiling. And the tanagram patterned blue and yellow andfloor and large windows looking out on East Washington Ave. make it bright and cheery.

Came to Madison to visit a friend, and found this gem right next to our Airbnb. We went twice, and we're completely satisfied both time! Delicious food, amazing drinks, and a wonderful aesthetic/atmosphere. I'd definitely come again the next time I'm in town!

Great food and place. Ordered hamburgers and juice. Taste is great but I would like it better if the juice was colder or if I was offered the option of adding some ice. Other than that, it was great.

I usually come here for comedy open mic on Tuesdays and the atmosphere is relaxing and friendly. I am writing this review on a Wednesday and nothing has changed about the place. The barista was friendly and helpful even on the first day alone. Definitely would recommend coming here.

The coffee is strong and everything on the menu is delicious. Try the vegetarian jian bing: fried eggs, green onions, crispy wonton skins, wrapped in a soft crepe. The staff are friendly and helpful, the artwork on the walls is beguiling; I still don't know the story behind the industrial-chic door that divides the two halves of the room. Several times I've visited they've been playing Glenn Miller, which is always a nice surprise.

Service was good. Tofu scramble was a waste of money. It tasted like they just took a plain brick of tofu, drizzled it with olive oil and called it a day. No taste and very watery. I'd give them another chance for a different dish, though.

I go here a lot. The regulars here are the best....and the baristas are so friendly. Low key the best brunch and lunch food for the price....they share the kitchen with Julep, one of Madison's best new restaurants. Swing by for a quick coffee or tea, or stay and chat for a while.

I had the market veggie crepe to go. Late March isn't the greatest time for market veggies, but root veggies, mushrooms, and onions did well. They asked if I needed utensils and a napkin. I did, but I appreciated being asked so it didn't just add to a stash in a drawer. The utensils and to-go box and bag were non-plastic as an even better bonus.