Java Den

Java den is a surprisingly rare gem for coffee-drinkers on UW campus. They brew Wonderstate coffee, have a nice loose leaf tea selection, and source fresh pastries from Madison Sourdough. Typically very friendly baristas too, which makes it a pleasant part of my daily routine.

Brewing Wonderstate coffee and offering Madison Sourdough pastries and viennoiseries for less, this is a great on-campus spot for a quick breakfast or afternoon refuel.

Excellent small coffee shop located in Grand Central serving local madison roasts from Wonderstate and baked goods from Madison Sourdough. Very fond of their monthly drink specials, highly recommended trying them yourself.

Undisputably one of the best coffee shops in Madison! The staff are super kind and understanding; one day I came in and I didn't know they only accepted MasterCard and Visa for credit cards, and I didn't think I had any cash on me. One of the lovely ladies there offered to queue it up for me and I could give her the money next time I came in! (Which is every other day).
Not only that, but my coffee is made perfect every time. I don't know how they do it. My usual is the white mocha, it's the only place I take that order now! On top of that, it's in a convenient spot on the UW campus so I can run right to class after I've ordered my much-needed hot bean drink.

This place historically has had a pattern of rudeness to Asian and Asian American customers. Many of the staff were kind and helpful, but some were not. Those in management positions should have been sensitive and address this issue right away, rather than dismiss this issue. I think that all customers should be treated equally and with respect.

Had an awesome experience today. The barista was extremely knowledgeable about the coffee and flavor shots and made my friend the most beautiful mocha I’ve ever seen. The pastries there are from Madison Sourdough and are top notch. My favorite thing about Java Den is that they offer such a wide variety of flavor shots. It makes it easy and inexpensive to get a fun drink on your way to work! Will definitely be back again.

This little shop is located in the main lobby of Grand Central, an apartment complex in the heart of UW-Madison's campus. This place is pleasantly surprising. I went in to grab a quick coffee on the way to class and left happy with an exceptional batch brew from arguably one of the top roasters in the nation, Kickapoo Coffee. This place has the bells and whistles of a genuine coffee shop. The wait can be long and there is little wait space, but it is great coffee coming from this shop.

Decent coffee in the area. They serve Kickapoo coffee. Mostly good, but a little inconsistent in quality of the brew depending on the Baristas. However, I can't think of any other place for better coffee in the area unless you walk more than 5-7 minutes further.

The coffee here is good. I like the staff, except for the really mean and short female barista. Actually, Caitlin... I think she's gone now. She was really mean and rude to some people. I think it was a gender thing (nice to guys, mean to certain women), or maybe racist. If you stood in line you could see her switch from being rude to nice, depending on the customer. Someone like that should never be hired, and once people complained, she should have been fired right away. A lot of people avoided Java Den because of her. I think Java Den should be much more sensitive and aware of customer service issues and discrimination. Someone so obviously discriminatory like Caitlin could have instigated a lawsuit.

I have been getting my coffee here every morning before work for years! I love the excellent coffee brews, and the employees are great!