Mad Hatter Cafe + Bakeshop
1802 W Main St, Durham, NC
Crema's Take
“This Durham institution brilliantly blends café, bakery, and restaurant under one roof, earning serious acclaim for handcrafted pastries like their standout chocolate chip scones and croissants alongside excellent specialty coffee. Whether you're stopping by for a quick breakfast pastry or commissioning a custom wedding cake, Mad Hatter delivers the kind of thoughtful, quality-focused experience that keeps people coming back for years—just arrive ready for the crowds, as their devoted following means the place buzzes with activity.”
What to expect
Specialty coffee. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Family friendly. Wifi.
Google Reviews
I quite enjoyed their Mexican white chocolate latte. The ambiance is great, the staff is friendly and the food is good too. I also liked their eggs benedict.
Mad Hatters made our wedding cake! It was absolutely delicious and the hardest part was deciding which flavors we wanted at our tasting. We ended up picking the lemon cake and chocolate peanut butter flavors. My only complaint with the whole experience is that being out of town,…
Mad Hatter’s can absolutely serve great coffee and baked goods. Their particular strength is the chocolate chip scone, brownies, and the sugar cookies. Croissants are also an excellent choice. I would recommend skipping their food menu items. It takes forever to get your food.…
I'm a regular customer, and I just have to say that every visit is always such a wonderful experience. The staff greets you with a friendly smile every time, and you're never short of fresh, delicious pastries and a great selection of prepared foods to choose from. Elizabeth,…
Great food and coffee here but unfortunately it is very busy here. I can't say if that'd the case all the time, but for sure while I was there. Great and unique coffee, absolutely loved the Mexican white chocolate. The spicy chicken quesadilla and fries were also delicious.…
I recently visited Mad Hatter (not the first time, but first time reviewing) which serves as a café, bakery, and restaurant all in one, and it was fantastic as usual! The food quality is outstanding, with fresh, flavorful dishes that left a lasting impression. Their baked goods…
Crema Reviews
You might also like
The Coffee Bar at The Durham
★ 4.4 (204)
Coffee at The Durham is a wonderfully versatile neighborhood gem that feels…
People's Coffee
★ 4.2 (311)
People's Coffee is a welcoming Durham spot that nails both the craft and the…
Drift Coffee
★ 4.6 (48)
Drift brings a bright, Scandinavian-inspired warmth to Durham with thoughtfully…
Monuts
★ 4.6 (1,807)
This beloved Durham spot excels at building community over custom breakfast…