EVP Coffee

I will drink EVP Coffee when it’s the only option, but they serve burned coffee. As a policy. I let them know that the coffee I got was burned and was told that they don’t spend time on «fancy french presses and pourovers» they just make «a strong cup of coffee.» No. I’m not a coffee snob, but there is quite obviously a wrong way to make coffee, and that includes serving it too hot, over-​extracting it and letting it sit too long. This isn’t the worst coffee you’ll ever have, but with Moka right around the corner (a place that actually seems to understand how coffee preparation works), there is no reason to choose EVP.

What can I say? EVP has amazing coffee that my partner loves, so I pick up whole beans for him from time to time. They’ve also got a killer Chai latte.
This location is, I believe, their most recent. It’s near my workplace, so I occasionally take a walk over and grab myself some chai and a baked treat. Today’s visit included a big fat peanut butter cookie. Yum. We picked up a few iced coffees for our co-​workers, too. Group orders are a regular thing. :)
This location has lots of windows, plenty of seating; and of course the great products and service you find at all the EVP locations in town. They’ve never been packed when I’m in, but they seem to have a steady stream of business.
Of all the coffee shops in town, I’m so glad I have an EVP within walking distance.

The newest location of Madison’s favorite Coffee Shop, EVP. Same great coffee — growing vibe as this location gains momentum. It’s on University Row at University Ave just West of Whitney Way.
All of their coffee is air roasted at their East Washington Ave location. This is where they make their soups and baked goods. If you are visiting Madison, check out the local joints like EVP!

Its EVP, so you know the coffee is going to be great. I’ve only tried one of their soups, and it was full of undercooked vegetables and it was somehow greasy and watery besides being under seasoned. So I can’t really recommend them for lunch based on that.
I would give them a 5 stars for coffee, 4 stars for ambiance, and 2 stars for food. The service has always been friendly if somewhat disorganized.
It’s kind of a peaceful oasis near an open green space, which is nice to escape to on my work break.

A nice little location hidden in between apartments and some local businesses. The coffee here is pretty darn good and there a few treats too. I like that it never seems busy so no waiting around — dash in — dash out!