Colectivo Coffee- On the Square

Love the location, a great view, great open air seating when the weather is nice and perfect for mornings at the farmer's market.

Their wide selection of pastries should appeal to everyone, including gluten free options. If not then they have a kitchen that can prepare even more delicious food options.

Lots of coffee options from the regular drip, latte, and mocha to the more trendy such as cold brew or nitro coffee. Rotating specials and seasonal options keep things fresh.

The only drawback is price. They are comparable to the other shops on the square but you're still paying a premium for the location on the square.

Either way, check this place out for a relaxing day of people watching and conversation.

You honestly can’t beat the ambience of this location. The cafe tables and windows afford spectacular views of the state capitol, and since the shop serves the full variety of Colectivo’s pastries and hand-crafted coffee drinks, you’re guaranteed to find something delicious. If you’re trying to beat the heat of a summer day, indulge in one of the coffee milkshakes, which are some of the most delicious caffeinated concoctions I’ve ever tasted. It gets understandably crowded during Farmer’s Market weekends, but the staff is efficient and knowledgeable. I think of this place fondly, often.

My only visits to Colectivo-On The Square come on Saturday mornings during the Dane County Outdoor Farmer's Market. My Farmer's Market experience is tightly controlled by tradition and long experience. It's where I get my breakfast on Saturday mornings and coffee has always been a central part of that experience. As all of the options for coffee vendors at the Market have disappeared (inexplicable!), the brick and mortar coffee places are now the only choices. Thankfully there are several good ones, but for my purposes, Colectivo fits the bill perfectly. Their fresh brew options are delicious, always served piping hot and freshly brewed, and at a very fair price. Their staff is pleasant and friendly and their service is fast and efficient. Thanks, Colectivo Coffee, for keeping the coffee in the Farmer's Market!

Coffee, Yes, Bakery, Of course! I love this place. I wish my boss paid me in Colectivo gift cards. They sell beer so bring your growlers. Ive never gotten it since i ride my bike down. I have yet to figure that out. Their bathrooms are comfortable and their employees are pleasant.

Beautiful location, great place to get some work done or just sit back and people-watch

Fantastic coffee shop. Highly recommended. Very kind staff, good prices, good food. An excellent find.

Instantly LOVED this place when I walked it. Not your traditional hipster coffee place. Lively music and a fun South American feel. They brew their own coffee (which a HUGE improvement from the first coffee shop I visited in Madison). Great food menu and lots of delish beers-def recommending this place to friends.

Just had the worst experience I've ever had here now that they've reopened. They must have gotten a new system, because I ordered an iced coffee, and instead of just giving it to me right away, they had me sit and wait for the rest of my order to be done (a burrito). All while I saw my drink sitting there for 5-10 minutes, and it was _not_ busy. Also they got my order wrong, gave me the fancy cold brew instead of the iced coffee.

If this is the new normal for Colectivo I'll pass. I go here deliberatley because it's _not_ starbucks.

This collective cafe has a great location. We actually headed there after a visit to the capital building and was within walking distance.
I had the cranberry pumpkin muffin and hot chocolate and both taste great!
It is a cozy place to read and hang out

Dessert options are better than at Ancora.