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A late‑night bookstore‑bar‑café with shelves organized by country, serious espresso, and classic cocktails. Regular pop‑ups and patio happenings keep it on culture calendars as a go‑to hangout before or after events nearby.
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Bookstore cafe with literary cocktails, coffee, pastries & patio
1301 Regent St, Madison, WI 53715 Get directions
$10–20
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