Once you step into Grace Espresso Co, you don’t really feel such as you’re in Wisconsin. The carefully-crafted aesthetics of every location have interaction a way of wanderlust and contentment all on the identical time. Instagrammable wall murals, an abundance of tropical crops, and inventive lighting make it considerably dreamy and other-worldly.
For these of you with furry canine companions – they’re welcome right here too. Proprietor and founder Carlos Falcon brings Pablo the canine to the cafes to hang around with anybody who wants a furry buddy to brighten their day.
In search of to impress in each facet of their cafe, Grace makes use of Onyx Espresso Labs to craft their espresso drinks. The baristas had been extraordinarily pleasant as they whipped up some drinks for us immediately.
Prepared, set, ‘spro!
Gingerbread Latte – This was an excellent well-rounded drink. It’s flavorful with out drowning out the style of the espresso. So comforting however not too candy. They nailed it!
Iced Caramel Latte – No person’s shocked to see an iced latte in our arms, however our bar is fairly excessive in relation to an incredible iced beverage. This one hits it! Not too sugary candy, genuine tasting, and undoubtedly highlights the notes of the espresso.
Cortado – An indication of a devoted barista: Irrespective of the scale of the beverage, they nonetheless get that latte artwork in there! This cortado was blissfully robust. We had been shocked to search out that this had a singular fruity style (assume kiwi) and it sits a bit on the tropical aspect, however has a pleasant cocoa end.
Latte – Unflavored, this was nonetheless superior and clean. An unflavored latte can communicate volumes in regards to the high quality of the espresso beans, and this one didn’t disappoint.
The pastries are baked recent day by day. The dough is ready at Grace’s Solar Prairie location however baked on location right here on the Middleton Cafe.
Grace makes it tremendous straightforward to order from a cell system.
Almond Croissant – This might be a wonderful pair with any drink as a result of it’s not extraordinarily candy and the almond taste is sweet and robust. It’s stuffed with almond custard, so beware–it’s messy however SO price it!
Lemon Scone – Scones might be hit-or-miss, and this was undoubtedly a success. Surprisingly moist and completely lemony (sure, that’s a phrase…now), the youngsters descended upon it like locusts–however fortunately it was large enough to share!
Blackberry Danish – One other well-balanced pastry! The custard on this was balanced very nicely with the tart blackberries.
French Toast – Tons of French toast drizzled with syrup and topped with recent fruit. The image does it justice–it was precisely pretty much as good because it appears! This order is on the sweeter aspect, however you gained’t depart hungry!
Breakfast Sandwich – Egg, bacon, and greens with a aspect of seasoned potato wedges. It’s an aesthetic but easy breakfast and appears and feels legit – no sad-looking thriller components!
It’s no secret that service to patrons is extraordinarily important to a terrific espresso store. That’s why we really feel we have to touch upon it, particularly when the baristas take time to speak to you and share their ardour and information with you. These guys did simply that. It was evident that, apart from making a terrific cup of espresso, they take satisfaction in what they do and discover pleasure in Grace’s rising success.
Right now’s journey to the Middleton location was a win for us, and made us wanting to check out the Solar Prairie, East Washington, and State Avenue places as nicely. We had been happy to listen to that there are different places within the works!
Grace Espresso Co.
Middleton Location
1824 Parmenter St. Middleton WI 53562
HOURS: Mon-Fri: 7am – 5pm Sat-Solar: 8am – 4pm
Solar Prairie Location
1261 Cabela Dr. Solar Prairie WI 53590
HOURS: Mon-Fri: 6am – 5pm Sat-Solar: 7am – 4pm
E. Washington Location
(608) 298-7464 1216 East Washington Ave. Madison WI 53703
