Explorin’ Mad Co - Best Coffee
Best Coffee shops around madison
There is certainly no lack of hip, instagram-worthy coffee shops in Asheville, but there’s a few that deserve a visit in Madison, too. Whether you’re planning a trip to Marshall, Mars Hill, or Hot Springs - or even just through - you can find a unique, community-minded coffee shop located right on each respective historic downtown Main Street. Skip the crowd in Asheville and support your local small town coffee shops while you’re here!
Zuma Coffee
Located at the intersection of Main St. and Baileys Branch Rd, smack dab in the middle of historic downtown Marshall, Zuma is our local hot spot, and has been for over 20 years now! They’ve got seating both inside and outside, a healthy breakfast and lunch menu - possibly including our favorite black bean burger in the Asheville area - gallery walls featuring local artists, as well as llive music nights. Zuma is the perfect first stop for a stroll around downtown or before adventuring further.
Camden’s coffee house
Camden’s is Mars Hill’s local Main Street coffee shop, offering good craft coffee, tea and pastries with a warm and cozy environment. Whether you’re just looking to settle in to read a book, get a little work done away from the home/office, or meet up with some friends for some a little conversation, Camden’s is the perfect place.
Artisun Gallery and Cafe
Located right at the beginning of downtown Hot Springs (coming from Marshall), the Artisun Gallery and Cafe is a unique space that not only provides delicious coffee, teas, pastries and even ice cream, but it also serves as a gallery for a very diverse group of local artists, offering numerous walls and shelves of various paintings, sculptures, and handmade crafts to browse through with your cafe selections - or just while you wait before you hit the trails or hot springs!
On Your Bike
On your bike is the perfect destination for enthusiasts seeking a pit stop that combines a bike repair shop with a delightful café experience. Situated in the heart of downtown Marshall, this establishment offers a wonderful opportunity to savor a steaming cup of coffee or indulge in a delightful treat, all within a warm and inviting atmosphere that is sure to make visitors feel right at home.