ZuZu Cafe & Market
1336 Drake St, Madison, WI
Crema's Take
“This funky, beloved spot near the zoo crafts surprisingly complex sandwiches and soups with fresh ingredients that punch well above their price point, from hearty paninis to the standout chicken jarret soup that keeps regulars coming back. The real magic is in the relaxed, convivial atmosphere—whether you're lingering over coffee indoors or catching rare Wisconsin sunshine on the patio—making it equally perfect for a solo afternoon or gathering with family and friends.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit, outdoor seating spot, good for meetings. Pastries and light food on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
I love the chicken jarre soup and always enjoy dining there. It's fun, funky and interesting! My group ate outside today. Such a treat for mid-Feb!
I heard good things about Zuzu and it's always busy when I want to go so I figure it's a sure thing. I went here on a winter weekday afternoon for lunch and it was pretty empty. Entered to deafening quiet. No greeting just workers making noise while doing their jobs. I came my…
Zuzus has incredible food as far as I can tell. The food here is surprisingly delicious, and has like complex flavors and creative recipes with fresh ingredients. It's not expensive, the portion sizes aren't insane, and it's usually light, tastes good, fresh, and right next to…
Great little cafe near the zoo. The paninis were crunchy and tasty and big enough for two meals. We ate outside in the first week of October and loved it. Staff were great, too. Also had the hummus plate, nice substitute for a salad. And service was very fast. Will definitely go…
Food was awesome! Decided to try this place because it was walking distance from the zoo, and really enjoyed their sandwiches. Sandwiches. Loved that they had a kids menu with a few choices as well, as we had a bunch of children with us. Got a few caffeinated drinks too which…
Crema Reviews
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