Molly’s Rude Awakening

We were on our way from MSP to Madison over the Thanksgiving holiday, and in need of really good coffee. This was the only place between Eau Claire and Madison that popped up, so we stopped. Fun, funky décor, super nice staff, and awesome coffee were to be had! Our dog was welcomed in with a treat while we used the bathroom, too! We stopped on our way back and had the same awesome experience. This is our new stop on the route!

This review is long overdue — we stopped in late this summer on our way back from the Eaux Claires music festival. My friend had been here before for work meetings and suggested it as a quick stop on our way back home. The highlights/​lowlights:
+ it’s an adorable space with lots of seating
+ the stairway to heaven is hysterical
— when we stopped in they had no food available to order and several drinks on the menu were «seasonal» but not labeled as such
+ the berry smoothie I ordered was tasty and smooth
— when I tried to redeem my check-​in offer for a free scone the response was a dismissive «I don’t even know what this is» and the other person working who overheard informed me they didn’t have any scones anyway
— said other person spent our time waiting for our smoothies complaining about her coworkers from the night shift and generally complaining about having to be at work/​being busy
— the wall-​sized mirror in the bathroom made using it really awkward
I liked the vibe and it’s great to see a unique local business in that area, so I’d possibly stop back in if I was out that way. Fingers crossed the baristas were just having a bad day and that food is still usually on the menu for hungry travelers.

Quick stop off Hwy 94 if you are craving a delish spiced chai tea latte — yum! Cute coffee shop and nice staff — and if you need a little retail therapy with your chai, they also sell Young Living essential oils, crystals, jewelry, books and a small assortment of clothing.

This little place was so awesome! I had the Dirty Vanilla Chai and it was by far the best I’ve ever had! There’s no place like this in California!

When they say the place is funky, they’re not kidding. It’s a delightful little step back in time. We stopped for a bathroom and beverage break in Black River Falls and saw their cute sign, so we had to check it out, being old enough to remember the 60’s. We going super friendly accommodating service and wonderful BLT wraps. The tea was terrific too. I drive this route frequently so I’ll be back.

Stopped in for a quick bite and cup of coffee. Don’t expect too much and you will enjoy it. Remember that its a coffee shop, not a restaurant. They had lots of coffees and teas to choose from.
Their food menu consisted of 4 items: 2 sandwiches and 2 soups. I had a bowl of Potato, Parmesan, and Sausage soup. Spicier than I expected, but very good. My wife had a BLT wrap. She really enjoyed it. The tomato actually tasted like a tomato, not like the cardboard you usually get in restaurants.
Don’t be put off by the exterior. It’s painted with bright pastels and peace signs and «flower child parking» signs. Go ahead and give it a try.

Cool place, great coffee, love the atmosphere. BUT they only had one person working on a Saturday afternoon. Three people in front of me so it took 27 minutes to get a coffee. Legit. No coffee is that good. Come to look around, but unless you’re retired you probably don’t have time to buy anything.

My wife and I cracked up when we drove up to this place on a road trip — Very clever décor, inside and out. We really enjoyed the blended coffees we ordered and the people inside are so nice. We give it two thumbs-​up, great holiday fun.

The coffee drinks are the best I’ve had anywhere! I love the blended Almond Joy, especially on a hot day. The soups are homemade and absolutely delicious. I’ve had sausage and kale and also carrot, yum! Their wraps and quiche are also very good. I really like the funky, relaxed atmosphere and the staff is always very friendly.

I needed a pick-​me-​up while driving a long stretch of I-​94. Just looking at Molly’s made me smile with its baby blue VW bus welded onto the building and serving as the drive-​through window. Didn’t eat, so can just comment on the latte. Better than decent.

Lovely little café with coffee, drinks and sandwiches alongside ample space for people to gather and hang out. In addition to their culinary offerings and free (albeit slow) wifi, they also have locally-​made goods available for sale including pottery, felted pieces, and handmade soaps and sundries.
The parking situation is a bit creative, but not terrible.
Overall, in what has long been a dearth of decent coffee locations between Madison and Eau Claire, this eclectic little café fills the niche nicely.

This is a awesome place with many different things to offer. It is not just a coffee shop. It is a place for friends to meet. It offers a place to learn more information about essential oils. It is a place where ideas can be shared and encouragement to be the best that you can be. Encouragement to live life in abundance. Looking for something unique and original for gifts this is the place to go. Molly’s offers areas for groups of people to meet. Coffee choices are multiple with knowledgeable staff which can adapt to choices that are not on the menu. Molly’s offers a moderate choice of soups and foods that complement the coffee’s that are the special of the day.