Colectivo Coffee- On the Square

Hard-to-beat coffee. Adequate if not-cheap baked goods. Kind of fun for people-watching. Brisk business every time I've been. Terrific views of the Capitol and of cosmopolitan passers-by. Large outdoor area - if the weather's good.

Great coffee. Pleasant ambience, good for chatting or working. Extra pleasant during the summer. Courteous staff. I recommend the baked goods. Otherwise food is competent, if a little expensive.

Only downside is I'd describe it as less indie than other Madison coffee shops, if that's your thing.

It's the classic standby, but it's getting kind of big for me and doesn't feel as local as it used to. The outdoor seating on the square is great. Not bad coffee, but there are definitely better places for pure espresso or pour overs.

The coffee here is consistent and above standard. It's not the best cup of coffee I've had but by far it is not the worst. However, this is my go to place! The atmosphere here is fantastic for meeting up with people, for working, or for just chilling. I also really enjoy their food items.

I stop for a breakfast burrito once every two weeks (or so) as a treat. Occasionally stop for lunch to get a BLT on multi-grain. Very good food. Definitely recommend. I'm not as much of a fan of the baked goods. The muffins look really good in the case but often taste drier that desired.

Lines to order can be long but move quickly. Can take awhile to receive food once ordered (made to order) but there are plenty of chairs and nice views to whittle away the time.

I work nearby and so I frequently visit Colectivo on the square. They get 4 stars for great coffee and quick, yummy lunch. I'd give it a 5 but it's too loud/messy for the kind of cafe ambiance I was hoping for. Many people come here for interviews/meetings so it can get a bit loud. Overall, still a great place for coffee!

Great food, and generally good service, but the coffee isn't wonderful, and is rather expensive. The flavor, even for dark, full-bodied roasts, is muddy and somewhat indistinct. Honestly, if their coffee were a little better, I'd give them four stars just based on their awesome food service (it's a great lunch or breakfast place, or even good for a light, fast, early dinner). As a popular coffee shop, Collectivo is always packed, so be prepared to wait in line.

Honestly, you can't ask for much more out of a coffee shop (except perhaps a bit more seating, but that's not really their fault!). The staff is awesome and their coffee is always top notch. Tea is good, baked goods are okay (some are a little crunchier or harder than I would prefer) and their made-to-eat meals are solid. Drop in sometime!

Every Colectivo is warm and welcoming, but not every location has a view of the State Capitol. This one does. Long public tables to share with strangers who can become new friends. The Coffee is delicious and there are lots of food options. Highly recommended

Their coffee is good, the shop is great for studying and chatting, and the location is prime. The roast options are diverse, with a variety of specialty drinks they can make. In the summer, there is a cool open-air portion of the shop that gets closed up and heated in the winter. And of course, being on the square brings in a lot of business: customers here are usually businessfolks.