Vitruvius
7429 Elmwood Ave, Middleton, WI
Crema's Take
“Tucked behind an insurance building in Middleton, this hidden gem serves Wonderstate coffee with impressive espresso technique—reviewers rave about their oat milk flat whites crafted with real care and precision. The intimate, cozy space punches above its weight despite being small, creating the kind of quiet, chill atmosphere that makes it perfect for settling in with your laptop or meeting a friend over something special. With a clean menu that balances traditional espresso drinks and creative specialty options like matcha tea, this spot feels exactly like the kind of thoughtful coffee destination the Madison area has been missing.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
Perfection by the barista-ABSOLUTELY fabulous flat white with oat milk and honey. Lots of drinks to choose from. Very nice environment to relax. Looking forward to my next visit.
Two weeks ago I was looking for a new coffee shop to sit and do computer work for a couple of hours. Although the inside is very small, it is cozy and I had a great experience. I was very please to see that the bathroom was very clean, which, as a cleaning business owner is something I notice everywhere I go and seems to be uncommon in most restaurants and coffee shops.
I only just recently found out about this cafe, and it's really a hidden gem, since it's literally hidden behind an insurance building. I loved the quiet and chill atmosphere, and the service was great, but the coffee itself is a bit pricey. I still think its worth checking out just for the atmosphere, though - it's much nicer than most of the other cafes in downtown Middleton. I'll definitely be returning the next time I want to sit down and enjoy a cup of coffee rather than grab one to go.
Exactly what Madison needs more of. Really interesting trendy coffee spots with a great clean easy to understand menu and immaculate vibes and energy. This place is very small inside but there is a lot of outdoor seating as well. Very sunny spot so make sure to go on a day that isn’t too hot. The cardamom latte was fun and very tasty. I will be coming back and recommending to friends.
Discovered this place recently, so I decided to do some work between errands and was pleasantly surprised by my experience. Atmosphere was cozy and chill, coffee was tasty (they serve Wonderstate), baristas were friendly, pastry was fresh (Madison Sourdough), and prices were fair. The WiFi was speedy and there was also a nice outdoor space. Honestly, what more could you ask for from a coffee shop? Maybe I’ll stop by for one of their music performances during the evening. They also serve wine and a few tap beers for what it’s worth.
Crema Reviews
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