Crema's Take
“Willalby's made its name on genuinely excellent pancakes—huge, flavorful, and consistently praised even against Madison's competitive breakfast scene—plus surprisingly thoughtful vegan options that actually taste good. The welcoming diner atmosphere and friendly staff make it a natural gathering spot, though be prepared for the cash-only policy and the reality that service can be slow when it's busy. It's a solid, honest neighborhood cafe worth visiting if you're in McFarland, not a must-detour destination, but the pancakes alone justify an occasional trip.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Parking available. Cash only.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →**Cash only!! Such a welcoming atmosphere!!! Food was pretty good, typical cafe food. But the ambiance and service was 100% worth it.
Such a cool experience having vegan French toast (I got cinnamon apple) and vegan biscuits and gravy with a classic diner vibe. Tommy is an amazing server with a kind heart and great personality. Also shout out to August (I believe was the name of the man cooking). Great food…
What a great back alley diner! Had a pancake, eggs, toast, and sausage. Their pancakes are the second best in Madison imho which is sayin’ a lot because I’ve tried a few dozen places in Madison. Good food and great/friendly 5 star service!
Great place to hang out for a morning to kill some time and enjoy delicious food. As a vegan, I was elated to have finally found vegan French Toast! It did not disappoint. I also ordered the vegan skillet which like the French Toast was equally as awesome. Expect the food to…
The food at this cute little place is outstanding! The pancakes are not only huge, but they have an amazing flavor and perfect mouthfeel that makes them stand out from your average breakfast joint. All of the other food was spot on as well. The service left a lot to be…
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