Barriques - Madison

Barriques on Monroe Street is a charming cafe, coffee shop, and wine market. I visited for a midweek breakfast and was extremely pleased with the food, drinks,... read more Barriques on Monroe Street is a charming cafe, coffee shop, and wine market. I visited for a midweek breakfast and was extremely pleased with the food, drinks, and overall experience.

They must sell a lot of espresso drinks that are loaded with sugar, because if you order a regular cappuccino without any sugar or syrup, you'll discover that i... read more They must sell a lot of espresso drinks that are loaded with sugar, because if you order a regular cappuccino without any sugar or syrup, you'll discover that it’s rather...

I visited this restaurant years ago and I seem to recall it being better at that time. However, after returning multiple times, my impression has changed: the c... read more I visited this restaurant years ago and I seem to recall it being better at that time. However, after returning multiple times, my impression has changed: the coffee is overcooked and the food is just average...

This is my go-to coffee shop on Monroe street. The baristas are friendly and know how to make good espresso drinks! I love that they also have a great variety o... read more This is my go-to coffee shop on Monroe street. The baristas are friendly and know how to make good espresso drinks! I love that they also have a great variety of wine! On Tuesday they have a buy 2 special. We recently attending a virtual wine tasting, which was fabulous!

I finally found an amazing coffee place in the city! The cortado is exceptional, made with just the right ratio. The espresso is also excellent. The staff is fr... read more I finally found an amazing coffee place in the city! The cortado is exceptional, made with just the right ratio. The espresso is also excellent. The staff is friendly, and to top it off, they offer wine and liquor as well!