While other coffee shops and even Panera Bread rush out the mobile workers (we use too much wi-fi and don't drink and eat enough), the owner welcomes them and takes the time to introduce business people to each other. One day when it was too cold to take a call outside, the owner offered his office as a quiet spot for an important call.
Now that's outstanding customer service! I recommend this wonderful cafe! They have a very comfortable interior where I can discuss business plans with colleagues or simply relax and read a book or finish some work. Their outdoor patio is also a wonderful place to read the morning paper. I tried their baked oatmeal - wanting to be more healthy - it is the best breakfast, best oatmeal I have had in years!
Now that's outstanding customer service! I recommend this wonderful cafe! They have a very comfortable interior where I can discuss business plans with colleagues or simply relax and read a book or finish some work. Their outdoor patio is also a wonderful place to read the morning paper. I tried their baked oatmeal - wanting to be more healthy - it is the best breakfast, best oatmeal I have had in years!
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Yola's Cafe is named for the grandmother of owner Lance Ratze. A phenomenal cook, Yola used her immeasurable gift for hospitality and cooking to gather her large family together every weekend. She would cater to them, serving wonderful meals made from scratch - roast beef dinners, waffles, baked pies, malts, and other favorite dishes.
To provide delicious customizable menus in professional presentation featuring fresh & local Wisconsin ingredients delivered by courteous staff ensuring satisfaction and excellence every time. Our catering coordinator will provide helpful suggestions to make your event a worry-free success. I've used Yola's for numerous large events for the last three years and have never been disappointed.
Your Yola's Rewards number will be the phone number you provided during signup. At this time, you can view your current points balance. When you use the same credit card multiple times at Yola's, your loyalty number will automatically be attached to that card allowing you to skip entering your phone number - quick & easy!
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Yola's Cafe has been a Madison favorite with event Catering and as a Neighborhood Cafe for the past 12 years, and your support has been amazing. We are so very honored and grateful for your continued loyalty as we navigate the current health situation in our community. As always, we appreciate the opportunity to be part of your special occasions and your everyday meals.
Reviews (22)
A. M.
Dec 17, 2021
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Near impossible to dine in when most of the tables are occupied by social clubs or folks working at a laptop with no food to keep them there. Those who order food are left awkwardly waiting for literally anyone to leave without much luck. My waffle was also unfortunately overcooked and crumbly. I also received a pitiful amount of whipped cream which I paid extra for. Cannot recommend.
Coyle Carpet
Dec 16, 2021
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Aytakin Kaltehmofrad
Oct 16, 2021
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Christine Hu
Oct 01, 2021
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Ordered the breakfast burrito and an oat latte - latte was great but the burrito was very plain. I didn’t know that the sour cream was extra (person taking my order didn’t say anything) and the kicker was that when the food got to me, I didn’t even get the sour cream. Had to ask and wait for a while for that and salsa.
Even though I was sitting inside, there were a lot of flies flying around that were (trying to) landing on the food, table, and even on me and my friend so be careful of that!
The atmosphere and store itself is very cute though.
Even though I was sitting inside, there were a lot of flies flying around that were (trying to) landing on the food, table, and even on me and my friend so be careful of that!
The atmosphere and store itself is very cute though.
Danielle Meyers
Sep 19, 2021
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Their breakfast tacos (sorry, burritos) are the hilarious Northern version of Mexican food, but this place was cute with a fun atmosphere, so it made up for it. They weren't bad! Just not what I'd consider a legitimate breakfast taco (ahem, burrito). The coffee and waffles were pretty good though. Definitely stop in.
Sean Rinella
Sep 11, 2021
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Quality and customer service has gone down hill recently. My wife and I ordered a pick up order. We showed up on time and I came in to pick up our food and drinks. Our food was ready on time but no drinks. I asked about them and was told they would be made soon. I watched as a girl spent an inordinate amount of time making a hot drink. She then took out her phone and started taking photographs of the drink she made. The lid was put on the drink and was finally put out on the counter for another pickup order. I waited for approximately 15 minutes. When I asked about the drinks again I was told the
Tim Higgins
Aug 22, 2021
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Robert Lawton
Jul 29, 2021
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This place is great. We came just before lunch time and there was so plenty of space. The waffles were delicious and came out quickly. Fruit was fresh and perfect. They have a dedicated vegan grill, so the vegans in our party were ecstatic. Waffles are $6-8 base. Vegan are $7.50. add ons range from $0.50 to $1.50. it's entirely worth it though.
Nibuz E.
Jun 25, 2021
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Sarah G.
May 17, 2021
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Kimberly Carlson
Apr 26, 2021
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Yola's was a pleasure to work with and their catering was superb. It was easy to contact the person in charge of the catering. She set everything up for us when she arrived. The food was delicious and fresh. I would use this cafe again and highly recommend to anyone looking for catering in the Madison, WI area.
Katie K.
Mar 30, 2021
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I work right across the street and I've been coming here for a long time. I love this place and always feel so welcomed. The staff is very friendly and the food is great! Love the waffles and the other breakfast! I love sitting outside in the summer and sitting by the fireplace in the winter. They've been great during Covid and are being very safe while starting to open back up.
Sam I.
Feb 06, 2021
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Taylor D.
Nov 24, 2020
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Cute cafe! Unique menu items!
I've been eyeballing Yola's Cafe on Instagram for awhile now and my mouth is always watering for these scrumptious looking waffles! We ordered the seasonal pumpkin pecan waffle, and the bacon waffle, both of which, were as tasty as they look!
I ordered the honey lavender latte, delightful taste! Not too sweet, very flavorful. We can wait to return to try new menu items!
Yola's is handling safety measures perfectly with well-distanced tables and outdoor seating with heaters. I imagine their outdoor patio seating would be wonderful in the summer.
I've been eyeballing Yola's Cafe on Instagram for awhile now and my mouth is always watering for these scrumptious looking waffles! We ordered the seasonal pumpkin pecan waffle, and the bacon waffle, both of which, were as tasty as they look!
I ordered the honey lavender latte, delightful taste! Not too sweet, very flavorful. We can wait to return to try new menu items!
Yola's is handling safety measures perfectly with well-distanced tables and outdoor seating with heaters. I imagine their outdoor patio seating would be wonderful in the summer.
Dan O.
Aug 13, 2020
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Mystery L.
Jun 19, 2020
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Julie A.
May 10, 2020
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The last couple of times I've ordered waffles here they've been soft. The last takeout also had half-cooked limp bacon. Today I asked for both my waffle and my bacon to be crisp. To their credit, they got the bacon right. Although I'd prefer if they just consistently got it to me thoroughly cooked.
I've never had a bad meal in the cafe, but takeout has been spotty all three times now. I think I'll wait until they reopen.
I've never had a bad meal in the cafe, but takeout has been spotty all three times now. I think I'll wait until they reopen.
Joshua H.
Feb 10, 2020
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Solid place for chilling out and relaxing in a very welcoming cafe like space which is the goal of the place. "Be it 2 minutes or 2 hours, its your oasis of calm for your busy life" per the saying on the business website. I love that!
Not really big inside, seated maybe 30 people I'd say but that keeps it low key and quiet as well. Solid list of breakfast/brunch staples all done simply and locally with love. Waffle, BELT and baked oatmeal all winner. Coffee is also legit. Staff are way kind and social. The cashier was super nice and helpful. I even LIsa, co-owner of the business
Not really big inside, seated maybe 30 people I'd say but that keeps it low key and quiet as well. Solid list of breakfast/brunch staples all done simply and locally with love. Waffle, BELT and baked oatmeal all winner. Coffee is also legit. Staff are way kind and social. The cashier was super nice and helpful. I even LIsa, co-owner of the business
Ericka B.
Sep 03, 2019
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Went here for breakfast on a Saturday morning. The best part is they have a free coffee with order if you check in on Yelp! We ended up ordering the country breakfast waffle and the veggie frittata. While the frittata was good, some of the edges were burnt. The salad was good though, and I liked that the dressing came on the side. Waffles are definitely the way to go here though. They have a great texture, soft yet it held up to the savory ingredients in it. There was a lot of flavor without feeling to heavy. It would have been ideal to have some greens with it. I can't wait to try the new
Kelly T.
Jan 11, 2019
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I stopped in today after the owner had written a thoughtful response to my prior review. The decor is recently up-dated and I love the rustic touches of the reclaimed wood, and the butcher paper menus on the wall. The thoughtful little tributes to Yola are also a very sweet way for the owner to honor his grandmother, who the cafe is named for. The menus have been up-dated as well, and everything looked amazing. The woman behind me in line agreed and the two of us spent a solid 5 minutes discussing everything we wanted to eat. (Only downfall was that the line was long and very slow moving).
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Mark K.
May 05, 2018
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I live close to Yola's and love walking here on warm days to see what their monthly waffle is and grab some coffee. Their food is delicious!! I love getting their signature waffles - sometimes the monthly ones are so good I wish they were always around (bring back the Fat Elvis!)
They have free WiFi and a color printer that you can use (for a small per page fee). Their patio is great to sit on in the warm weather and you can take your food to-go. They also have a corner with some toys and books for kids!
My only issues with this place is the limited seating and that they're not open
They have free WiFi and a color printer that you can use (for a small per page fee). Their patio is great to sit on in the warm weather and you can take your food to-go. They also have a corner with some toys and books for kids!
My only issues with this place is the limited seating and that they're not open
Sarah R.
Mar 28, 2018
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Food is hit & miss but the coffee is always delicious and the gluten free brownies are to die for. Andy & I have been here quite a few times and he loves their egg dishes but I got the tomato basil frittata this past time and was not impressed. It was very bland, had a strange texture, and there was hardly any basil or tomato. Luckily I ordered a brownie to go but ended up eating that for lunch instead. It was so rich and chocolatey I've had their gluten free waffles before and those are good too.
