Super cute little place. Has lots of seating including outdoor seatings and an indoor courtyard area. Got the blackberry mint lemonade which was amazing and the Larry sandwich which was also delicious. My friends got the breakfast burrito, one of the egg sandwiches and the eggs Benedict and we all really enjoyed the food. Happy I stopped in and will definitely be going back for more!

Very inviting atmosphere. Very clean and the drinks were good. We didn’t eat there but it looked like they had a good selection.

Good food, large portions, beautiful scenery, lots of light, nice staff.

Stopped there as cruising through the area on the way home. Had mapped out a bar & grill that did not look as advertised and found this little gem in the parking lot. We were happy to see it was kind of healthy and had a very enjoyable brunch. I got the eggs benedict that was meat free and based on fried green tomatoes, avocado, etc. Kinda spicy for me, but loved it. The potatoes were great - but way too many - wasted a ton. Hubby had the breakfast burrito and said it was fantastic. I tasted his mango smoothie and it was nice. A great stop that was not traditional fare.

Delicious cappuccino and super friendly service. I unfortunately got there right before they closed so could only try their banana bread (very good, little sweet) and savory scone (good, little dry, but late in the day. Would definitely recommend Ancora

Loved the atmosphere and the seating arrangement. Inside seating and outside, verity to choose from. Had then avocado turkey sandwich with a hint of basil, delicious.

Beautiful shop and great atmosphere, busy yet moved swiftly. Visited as part of a CrossFit games scavenger hunt, so glad I did! Pistachio honey zombie…😋👏🏻

Wow, Im so impressed with Ancora! I stopped by this week for the first time and picked up a miel, which was very well made. The interior design is so light, airy, fresh, and colorful - I wish I could have stayed longer! Ill most certainly be returning to Ancora to try out the food and spend some time in their cozy seating options. What a great place to read, write, catch up with friends, or spend some time relaxing in between meetings. 😊

Super sweet design & a lot of vegan-friendly options. The smoothie and coffee I had were great. They are obviously very environmentally conscious and they are taking great COVID procedures! Will definitely be back.

Was visiting Madison briefly and needed some lunch. Ancora was perfect! I needed gluten free and their veggie bowl fit the bill. I dont usually get excited about power bowls, but every component was amazing! The cabbage salad, avocado, fried egg, spiced sunflower seeds, roasted cherry tomatoes and quinoa were all seasoned perfectly and the combination of flavors, well, outstanding! Oh, and I had bacon added....boom. My iced Americano really hit the spot on a hot day while I enjoyed their outdoor seating. Great experience!

One of the most beautiful places to sit and enjoy a cup of coffee and a phenomenal brunch/lunch in Madison. Started here in madison, this place has extraordinarily beautiful seating and an all around exquisite food and drink menu. One of my most highly recommended coffee shops in downtown Madison.

Literally everything is better than it sounds on the menu. The large lattes are served in a Large Soup bowl, and are much smoother and better than the bitter coffee found at the national chain. The food is fantastic. Ordered the churro French toast sticks, amazing and fresh. The Basic BEC (Bacon, Egg, and Cheese) sandwich is far better than basic. Also for a donut, glazed donut wit sprinkles, but I think they put crack in them, they made me want to try all their other baked goods. Service is great and quick to get food. Wonderful experience, definitely will be back here to sit outside on patio or at another location around Madison.

Wonderful breakfast and brunch selection. Unique drink Beet Booster is excellent as well as their delicious coffee options!Seating options outside, inside cafe and inside airy atrium feel between cafe and adjoining businesses.

Ordered just plain black coffee while stopping by Madison. Tastes like dark coffee, is hot, and reasonable price. Cant complain.Staff was very nice and their selection of milk alternatives seemed very conscientious. Did not try any foods.Nice atmosphere, especially the rare window seats.

One of my favorites in Madison! Cute shop to sit in, or take it to go for a walk around the square

Great little coffee shop. I always support local when traveling for business. Friendly staff, fast service.

The avocado toast was delightful, though a bit tall for me. It was absolutely loaded with cashew butter, avocado, and the rest of those good things you see here. I couldn’t eat it without making a mess, but it’s priced really well and it does taste pretty good. The café au lait with oat milk was great- I would definitely go back for it again.

Delish drinks! Awesome friendly staff, tons of sitting room, clean. Definitely going back to try the food!

Cute cafe, food was good, but waiting almost 2 hours for brunch is a little ridiculous. Workers were pretty rude too

Relaxed, cute place with friendly staff, good coffee, and lots of vegetarian friendly options! I appreciated their covid protocols too

Coffee and people !!! Getting back to life’s best moments

This is my regular breakfast stop. Great food, coffee and people. You cant ask for anything more.

I feel Ancora Cafe and Bakery falls right in the middle of the pack. It wasnt a bad experience by any means or a great one. It was fine and I would go back.

Great place for brunch, coffee, and studying! I really like the chorizo hash, avacado toast, and the mint coffee.

Sweet little place! Good coffee, breakfast sandwiches, and vibe.

Food and coffee drinks were so unique and delicious!

My kid and I love the poptarts!!The coconut cold brew and sandwiches were also great.

The male worker at the register was really unfriendly and seemed to have an attitude. My partner and Is different iced coffee orders were also extremely sweet. Not the best experience but im sure it depends on whos working

Been here a few times. Disappointed today. Had the breakfast burrito for $11 which Ive ordered before. Todays version was a tiny imposter of the previous version. They downsided the size and eliminated the greens on the side. The waitress acknowledged menu change but they kept the price. It tasted okay but definitely not worth $11.

Is so good. Love it

They are good at what they do.Consistent smooth coffee.Clientele seem to be dressed up :)Espresso and two drip coffees were good. Customer service is great!

I never knew that vegetarian eggs benedict could be so good

Coffee shop with indoor seating, food and drink. Coffee was okay, but if youre looking for a specialty made brew, dont go here. A decent, contemporary atmosphere. The food menu is a little confusing, because they dont have it on their overhead menu, but you can order food to stay or takeout. Will come back and try the food next time.

I visited on a Saturday around noon. This establishment was located in a prime location and had a wonderful layout and decor. I ordered the Chorizo Hash. The dish was exactly what I was looking for. They actually had a good proportion of Chorizo, which most other locations I have ordered a similar dish at, do not. It was a bit spicy. I would say a 4 out of 10 for myself. I loved that. I would give the food a 8 out of 10 for the price. It was about 15 USD.The service on the other hand was lacking. I understand it is a cafe, but given the location, I would expect a bit better service insead of typical college town style of service. However, this was not the only establishment I encountered with poor service. The lack of dress code, back-of-house cleanliness, and mostly a lack of respect was not unexpected, but not wanted. The individual who brought use food was dressed in less material than my socks are made out of. Which is completely fine in certain situations, but not his one. However, she was the most respectful employee I encountered and/or observed.

Nice place to have coffee fast service! Bt avoid morning and lunch rushes sm people gt rude about coffee lines

The coffee was good and the food amazing! One of the best breakfast burritos Ive had!

Friendly staff and good food. Had the two eggs and a cappuccino.

Outstanding coffee and food and a nice big roomy space. Great spot to relax with some friends for breakfast and hang out awhile. The mint cold brew is delicious and the chorizo hash is mouthwatering.

Pretty clean, good drinks, but not tasty food🥲

**The new location is Superb! More seating space, a communal counter with ample charging ports, plus the always delicious Ancora Roasted Coffee! Its directly across the street from the old location.This place always has a healthy crowd, you can tell they have good product, but there never seems to be a wait.

Huge vibes. Didnt actually get any coffee, but the blueberry mint lemonade was perfect for a hot summer day.

Fantastic staff serving great coffee! They always have a nice treat for my pup too. I recommend trying their Sausage Jalapeño sammie. Its not too spicy and has a lot of flavor.

Best brewed coffee in town.

My favorite cafe downtown! They interior is well decorated with cute quotes adding a unique touch. I love that when I asked which non-milks were available, they replied soy, almond, coconut, and oat. Thats so many options, with oat being the best and also hard to find! The oat mylk chai, iced or hot, is my go to.The only downfall though, as a previous reviewer mentioned, is the lack of vegan food options. If Im down and just want a drink, Ill pick Ancora. If I want a snack or meal though, I would go somewhere else.

Pleasantly surprised. Food was very good and was really fast. Coffee was great

The food is very good, with good serving sizes.

This place has tasty food, and wifi

Made two stops here during a quick trip to Madison. Normally I prefer a black cold brew/coffee but tried my girlfriend’s Coconut Cream Cold Brew and it was phenomenal. Highly recommend. Nice location too.

The veg sausage was great!

Excellent white zombie! Get it

Good coffee and scones, nice vibe too

Ample natural light, especially in the atrium between buildings.

Nice little shop that is much bigger on the inside. Friendly staff, great service, and piping hot coffee in every combination you could want.

Must stop in Madison, food is incredible!

One of my top two favorite coffee shops in all of Madison! Their honey lavender lattes are hands down the best I’ve ever had (secret is they make their own lavender). I love the decor and vibe for both grabbing coffee & a bite with a friend, or if I’m working remotely.

Great seasonal drinks, food menu looked delicious. Appropriate precautions in place.

Love the staff!! Brightly decorated space with lots of natural light.

Moved back to Wisconsin after living in a city with an abundance of excellent coffee shops. I felt a little underwhelmed after moving to Madison and trying to find a coffee spot that hit me in all the right ways. Glad to consider Ancora among one of my new favorites.

Great selection of coffee from all over the world.A must visit local coffee spot!

Bit more expensive, but great food.

Ancora is my favorite coffee shop /casual food place in Madison. The atmosphere is so cute and comfy and the staff is very friendly. Never have to wait too long for food, and oh man is it good. The chorizo hash and the garden bowl are both amazing. They also have really interesting drinks. I like the mint cold brew best :)

Their food is top of the line for a coffee shop. Their portions are larger than expected and full of flavor. Their coffee is what draws me to their shop over most other shops in the area. I love their new location as it is brighter and more open.

Favorite local coffeeshop!! Love to support local. The staff is always kind and the coffee is delicious!

Very tasty fresh and unique menu items. I loved the sage and blackberry latte.

Delicious lavender lattes!

What a cute little place! I really like the new space and what they did with the interior. Its a feel-good vibe. Coffee is good and I had a nice breakfast sandwich recently. Major bonus - theyre the only place that Ive found in town that carries Topo Chico bubbly water. Its the best sparkling water Ive yet found and I hope they carry it forever!

Great place to sit and have brunch on the weekends. Large selection a food and yummy coffee drinks. Friendly staff.

I somehow managed to be the first customer at the new King Street location that opened this morning. The space is much improved - very airy and open with nice tile work, a lot of light oak woodwork and some sweet built in booths. It has a refined feel compared to what it was, and what the other coffee shop options are nearby. It looks like they upped their breakfast and lunch game a lot with a fairly extensive menu, and they are now doing in-house bakery. The cheddar chive biscuit was really quite excellent with crispy outside and moist crumb. Its hard to compete with Batch and Madison Sourdough on the baked goods, but the biscuit was top-notch.

Great coffee... breakfast sandwiches just okay

Good selection of drinks, quick service even when its busy, very friendly staff. Their breakfast sandwiches are good and there is a meatless option. Love their grilled cheese sandwiches, soup for dunking included. Love the local art displayed on the walls - I get to see a new artists work regularly. Seating outside when the weather is nice. Cozy fireplace inside for when the weather isnt nice.

When away from home for any reason-- business or pleasure-- one of my first tasks is finding a local coffee shop to patronize during my time there. Its a tall order, coming from a city that has some pretty unbeatable coffee shops.This place was welcoming and cozy right away. I found a spot by the fireplace to curl up with my laptop and a cup of coffee, and I felt right at home.I greatly appreciate establishments which work toward sustainability (which unfortunately hasnt caught on everywhere yet), so even the little things like having spoons instead of stir sticks, glasses instead of plastic cups-- those matter. This place is a win for me! Good coffee, tasty food for a quick bite, and a nice selection of seasonal drinks.

As a Southerner, I have to say— the honey bacon biscuits at Ancora are the best thing I’ve put in my mouth above the Mason-Dixon Line. There’s always an amazing weekend special, and on top of that, the coffee is the best in town. If I could have their mint cold brew put in an IV bag, I would.

Easy to social distance in the atrium. Friendly staff.

Cool modern coffee shop. Delicious food and iced latte. Definitely stop here if you’re in Madison and need some caffeine.

Great coffee and food selections. The new location (across the street from the old one) is fantastic. Beautifully done with attention to detail. The staff has always been very friendly and helpful.

Phenomenal breakfasts. My personal fave is the chorizo hash.

Nice place great cappuccino.

Absolutely amazing all around. Great food, great service, great coffee, great people! I’ve never had something from here that I didn’t like. Something for everyone. Savory or sweet, breakfast or lunch, Ancora’s got it all!

Ancora Coffee on Kings St. has some decent quality espresso drinks - their breves and cappuccinos are tasty. The brewed coffee is either a hit or a miss, as the profile can be inconsistent as the same roast can taste bright with medium body one day and the next day it will taste smooth with a heavy body. But, the roasts arent bad.Overall, Ancora Coffee shows a sense of comfort, which is nice for shooting the breeze with a friend. I recommend Ancora Coffee Roasters on King St. as a decent place for coffee in Madison.

Great coffee, good food, and a comfortable space. Ive liked everything I tried over several visits and can always find a seat, even when its busy.

Great food and beautiful atmosphere

Delicious food and drinks. Cozy atmosphere. I had the chorizo hash with sourdough bread and it was fantastic!! Will definitely be coming here again.

Good Coffee, lattes, and pastries!

Excellent

Anyone who makes a tea latte the way their barista did last week deserves 5 stars. I should have gotten his name so I can request him every time. The food is super good...maybe a tad pricey for someone on a moderate budget, but worth it.

Excellent spot to grab a coffee! The interior is beautiful. A definite improvement from the prior location!

Perfect light lunch. Amazing egg salad sandwich with tomato bisque soup. A must try.

Lovely coffee shop with good selection of baked goods and great breakfast tacos! Well worth a visit for a Macchiato.

Great experience!

So. Good! I battled morning traffic to get a cinnamon almond milk white zombie. So worth it.

Beautiful coffee shop, delicious coffee and superb service!

Great place with friendly service persons. The most important thing is that the coffee is really good. Many choices as well.

Beautiful place. Good coffee. Amazing French toast.

This place smells like bean water.... and I love it! ✌✌✌

Favorite coffee shop. Totally 100% recommend it.

The space is so open and bright. Plenty of spots to relax and enjoy your coffee or breakfast.

Fantastic coffee and food options! Friendly staff & amazing spaces!

Delicious dark roast and an honest to goodness bottomless cup of coffee. As you sip your coffee, you are surrounded by lively conversations and are able to watch the people walk by through the huge windows at the front of the shop.

Good experience

Coffee schmoffee. I love the different grilled cheese sandwiches they have listed on the wall. They come with a small cup of creamy tomato soup, perfect for dunking. I indulge in these yummy treats way too often :) They also have great baked goods and I love their hot chocolate.