Not too bad of prices, about the same as anywhere else. For my first visit, the service was quick and the baristas were kind. I ordered the signature red velvet and it was amazingly rich and delicious. There are large tables for actual homework, studying, and work to be done. It was such a relief. They have a lot of seating including low tables, counter seats, as well as comfy couches. There is a quaint, rustic feeling in the decor. There is a fish aquarium which is super fun to watch. The bathrooms were nice. There is even a party room which can be reserved for large parties and gatherings. There is a TV playing "Dear John", radio on pop hits, free wii, plenty of outlets for laptops and chargers. The sell their own merchandize. The whole time I was there which was for several hours, not many people were there so it was a nice, non-distracting environment. Even when there were people there, everyone was studying in the main room and talking in the party room; therefore, no distractions. I really enjoyed visiting here, and I hope to visit again soon. read more

Mad Coffee and More - Big tables, comfy couches - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Abilene, Texas

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Expensive, watered down coffee, smoothies that taste like eating frozen sugar, powdery frozen hot chocolate, a rip off of the Starbucks atmosphere, no in- house food, etc. What's not to like? read more

Mad Coffee and More is a nice, quiet coffee shop tucked into southern Abilene, and is a hidden oasis, serving some of the town's best coffee. I'm an amateur connoisseur of coffee (or at least I am in my head), and I've been making my own coffee long enough to be able to judge a quality roast from a cheap one. I was impressed with Mad Coffee's house brews, and I think it's an absolute travesty that it's so often overlooked by Abilenians because of its somewhat obscure location. However, due its lack of mass popularity, Mad Coffee cultivates a charming atmosphere that kids these days would likely refer to as "chill." I personally enjoy the quiet ambience that is so often sought after in coffee shops. I would go so far as to say that the coffee shop itself--its design, its atmosphere, the décor--are more impressive to me than the coffee itself. Either way, I give Mad Coffee and More 5 stars. 10/10, would recommend. read more

Great coffee, great South Abilene location, and great atmosphere. I enjoy spending the afternoon here with a cup of coffee (when I can). There is a back room (sun room type area) that can be rented out for small get together upon request. The parking is semi-limited especially on Wednesday nights and Sundays around noon. Those times are often when the coffee shop is crowded as well.. If you are looking for a quiet sit down those aren't the times. However that doesn't effect the quality of the coffee so stop by for that whenever. read more

This is an awesome place. Service is great. I have had cappuccino's from some of the finest restaurants and this place is right up there with them. Blows Starbucks away!! read more

I had high hopes for this coffee joint. Being from Washington state, there are corner coffee shops on every intersection. I was extremely disappointed in several aspects: One, the parking lot was far from full but it took almost 10 minutes to receive my drink through the drive through. Second, I already knew what I wanted before I got there, but wanted to read it directly off the menu so that it would be easier for the barista. I spoke word for word off the menu, but the barista acted confused and said we don't have that. I said I'm reading the menu and she asked to just describe what I wanted. Guess what? She responded by saying what I was partly thinking in my head, but a full on drink name from Starbucks. Know your own menu, Mad Coffee. Finally, the drink itself was disgusting. It tasted like water with a drop of coffee flavoring you'd get in those squeezable containers at the grocery. I forced myself to drink half since I paid an arm and a leg for it, but couldn't finish it. Honestly, I think this place has potential. I believe they take too much effort in making the place presentable, which is good, but fail to provide what the entire establishment was built for: coffee. Seriously, I could make better coffee using a Bunn coffee maker. read more

Mad Coffee is on my morning commute route so we gave it a try one morning instead of going a few minutes out of the way to our usual place. Since then, we stop at least 2-3 times a week and haven't bothered with the longer wait times and extra drive to go anywhere else. They're always so kind and quick. The wait is never long and my orders have always been spot on. It's perfectly made every time and the fact that it's so perfectly convenient is a bonus. read more

Cappuccino was good, but low ratings for poor service and not having what was ordered. Don't order Chemex coffe, mine was weak and no refund. read more

Mad Coffee brews such delicious coffee that I felt compelled to buy a bag for home (they use Laguna Las Ranas, which is based out of Austin). I never seemed to make it the same at home though, so I kept going back to the shop instead. There are ample outlets for laptops; plenty of seating from tables to stools to couches spanning both rooms; quick Wifi; and good ventilation with their ceiling fans (so important when sipping coffee on a hot TX summer day). Every time I've gone, it's been busy, but never crowded like Sbux that you can't seem to concentrate on work or your book, and instead are too focused on what the peeps crammed next to you are working on. This is one of my favorite coffee shops in Abilene (the other being Monk's on the north side of town). It won't disappoint. read more

Ok . So I am now on a mission to try all the coffee shops in Abilene. I tried Meza and I loved the atmosphere but the coffee was a 4 out of 5. The coffee here is a 5 out of 5. Atmosphere is 4. I wish there was more couches and less tables. They do have outlets and a great bar area so if you are working ot surfing it is great for that. If you just want to chill and read a book by yourself not the best. Overall the friendliness of the staff and the great coffee make it a 5 for me read more

Great coffee, calm and relaxing environment and super friendly staff. I love going to this establishment and suggest it to for anyone, even if you don't like coffee, they have a variety of cold drinks and Italian sodas and delicious desserts. read more

Pros: Good hot drinks. Many more sugar-free options than I've seen in other coffee shops. Friendly staff, plenty of seating in different rooms to keeps the echoes down. Con: Fish tank needs a good cleaning, desperately. read more

Had a coffee and a ham and cheese still looking for the ham. Did get a mouthful of cheese. I've been drinking coffee for over 50 years I didn't finish the cup I received from this shop. Wish them well hope they improve for future customers they won't have to worry about me. read more

This coffee is insanely expensive and of gas station coffee quality. Not to mention the manager, Christine Beech; made a commitment to a little league team that she refused to follow up on a few weeks later. This shop also gets all it's true reviews moved to the not recommended page. I encourage you to go there to see the quality of coffee shop this is. Paying to remove reviews is not how you run a business read more

This place is by far the worst coffee shop I have ever been to!! The management is ridiculously poor, and is also willing to lie through their teeth! The coffee is pathetic and is half the size of Starbucks whilst being the exact same price! Why on earth would I go to this mediocre coffee shop when Starbucks is so close and get a far better cup of coffee for the exact same price? The management also has absolutely no care for what their customers have to say, and also had an agreement with the local baseball team for a buy one get one, and decided not but a few weeks later that they were no longer going to honor it, what kind of business is that? And when confronted by people on Facebook they decide to ignore or insult those people? Long story short this place will never have my business again! read more

This place frustrates me. The location is very convenient and the staff is friendly but the drinks are overpriced and never taste the same. It's like each person has their own recipe. I like the Carmel Frappe. It cost me $7 and some change for just the medium!! Price has actually gone up twice now since they opened and the drink NEVER taste the same. There have been a handful of times that I have gone and it taste so delicious, other times it's average at best, today my drink taste awful. I order the same thing every time. Not sure why it's never the same. If I am paying over $7 for one drink it needs to be delicious every time. Over all taste is just so inconsistent. I think I'm done wasting my money and hoping each time I like the flavor of what I'm getting. read more

Cool place very clean and the aquarium is nice. The staff is quick and friendly. Only down side is that Fox News is always on. Coming from the San Antonio coffee scene maybe has me biased. Perhaps I could be more open minded unlike the channel of choice. Lattes and Fox News is just a weird mix. read more

Mad Coffee is the best place in Abilene for delicious coffee, smoothies, and atmosphere! The baristas are knowledgeable and professional- they always know what to suggest if I'm undecided! Love this place! read more

My favorite place in Abilene to grab coffee and completely worth the extra drive outside of town to grab a cup o' joe. My favorite from there is a coconut latte, I used to get them back home and was worried about finding one here in Abilene. Spot on, great job Mad Coffee. read more

I love Mad Coffee! Great environment, friendly staff! Love my chai tea latte and they have great desserts! They also have a large event room to host parties or meetings at no charge! So glad Mad Coffee is in Abilene! read more

Our favorite coffee place in town. Great facility with open comfy atmosphere. Coffee is always perfect. Pastry is all brought in from AM donuts. They are good but how bout some house made options? read more

I generally use this shop for convenience. I ordered a drink and it was not well made. So I called and wanted to let them be knowledgeable of this. The person on the line just basically said that was right so idk what to tell you. Now why would I call you if my drink was made properly. I wouldn't. I flat out would not waste my time. So if you wanna complain about your drinks from here. Don't because you're probably just wrong apparently. Just some advice from a fellow coffee lover who paid for really bad coffee. read more

most relaxing place to just sit and visit or study and enjoy a smoothie or some fun mixture from their cool "coke" machine! I can't compare prices to starbucks because I don't go there.Great meeting place too! Lottery, latte and leisure! All in one place! read more

Nice ambience, but the drink quality is sub-par at best.

Stopped by today to get an iced latte and a ham/Swiss sandwich. The coffee was great and fairly priced. I was disappointed with the food. I bought it for $5.25 on Nov 19th, but the sticker on the front said it was made on Nov 13th... yuck. You could definitely tell it wasn't fresh. The bread was verhard and he lettuce was soggy. Oh well... lesson learned. Don't order a sandwich at a coffee shop. read more

The coffee taste great! The Drip coffee is very cheap and it's unlimited refills as long as you stay there. Decor is on point for studying. Lots of tables and chairs. Only gripe is there aren't that many outlets, so if it's busy you might not get one. But this place is 10000000x better than studying at Starbucks. Easily the best place to study on the south side of Abilene. read more

Good coffee and convenient. Service is faster than other places. I like their marshmallow bars and caramel latte. I recommend.

They have a nice building and very friendly staff, but the coffee at the Hastings Hardback Cafe is way better!

Best coffee shop in Abilene. They have smoothies that are to die for. Very clean and friendly atmosphere. Shayna is my favorite employee!

Help! I have tried again and again to like Mad Coffee. I want badly to support local owners and not Starbucks. The coffee here is very bad. Every time, I cannot finish the expensive cup I purchased. I try to order different drinks and flavors, but it is not good. I really like the building and the beautiful aquarium, but I cannot give them another try. This morning I ordered a 20 oz. caramel latte with NO FOAM and very light on the flavor. It's like the person taking the order is not communicating with the person making the order. You can look at my profile photo and see how much foam I got! I took a sip and it was bitter and too much flavoring. Just not good coffee beans! Or improper storage. Now that the foam has dissipated, it looks like I have consumed about an inch and a half of my cup. What a waste of space. Who actually drinks that much foam? Anyway, I called and told them and they asked for my name to give me a free cup of coffee, but I cannot go back. I've tried too many times and am disappointed with the coffee every time. Back to Starbucks. read more