5 Affordable Bakeries in Downtown, Madison WI
Updated 05 October 2026 · 9 bakeries in Downtown, Madison WI considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide covers five budget-friendly bakeries and cafes in and around Downtown Madison, WI. It helps anyone who wants pastries, coffee or a bakery-style lunch at a modest Google price range. Of the nine qualifying businesses considered, these five rank highest by rating. Each entry lists the address, hours and what reviewers mention, from keto treats to giant fritters.
#1
Paleo Mama Bakery
★ 4.8 (309 Google reviews)Bakery and Cake Shop$1–10 per person
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A bakery and cake shop at 961 S Park St with in-store shopping, pick-up and delivery. Reviewers mention gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, paleo and vegan treats, including cheesecakes, and say the baked goods look and taste like traditional ones. It is open Monday to Friday 9:30 am to 5:30 pm, Saturday until 4 pm and Sunday until 2 pm.
Best for: Gluten-free and keto baking
- Address
- 961 S Park St, Madison, WI 53715, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9:30 am–5:30 pm; Mon 9:30 am–5:30 pm; Sat 9:30 am–4 pm; Sun 9:30 am–2 pm; Thu 9:30 am–5:30 pm; Tue 9:30 am–5:30 pm; Wed 9:30 am–5:30 pm
#2
Greenbush Bakery
★ 4.7 (731 Google reviews)Bakery and Cake Shop$1–10 per person
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A bakery at 5225 High Crossing Blvd with coffee, seating and free parking. Reviewers mention very large fritters, filled donuts and a red velvet old fashioned, along with helpful staff and a clean seating area. It opens at 6 am and closes at 8 pm Monday to Saturday, and at 1 pm on Sunday.
Best for: Giant fritters and donuts
- Address
- 5225 High Crossing Blvd, Madison, WI 53718, United States
- Hours
- Fri 6 am–8 pm; Mon 6 am–8 pm; Sat 6 am–8 pm; Sun 6 am–1 pm; Thu 6 am–8 pm; Tue 6 am–8 pm; Wed 6 am–8 pm
#3
Petra Bakery And Restaurant
★ 4.7 (546 Google reviews)Middle Eastern restaurant$10–20 per person
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A Middle Eastern restaurant at 6119 Odana Rd with dine-in, takeaway and delivery. Reviewers mention shawarma, a mixed grill, flatbread with za'atar, fries and baklava, and describe friendly service and a nicely decorated seating area. It is open 11 am to 7:30 pm Monday to Thursday, until 8 pm Friday and Saturday, and closed Sunday.
Best for: Shawarma, flatbread and baklava
- Address
- 6119 Odana Rd, Madison, WI 53719, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–8 pm; Mon 11 am–7:30 pm; Sat 11 am–8 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 11 am–7:30 pm; Tue 11 am–7:30 pm; Wed 11 am–7:30 pm
#4
Michelangelo's Coffee House
★ 4.6 (1,345 Google reviews)Coffee shop$10–20 per person
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A small-business coffee shop at 114 State St with outdoor seating and options for vegan and vegetarian diets. Reviewers mention good coffee, fresh pastries, specialty lattes and a quiet back room for studying. Google also lists it as good for working on a laptop. It is open daily, from 8 am to 8 pm on most days.
Best for: Coffee and studying downtown
- Address
- 114 State St, Madison, WI 53703, United States
- Hours
- Fri 8 am–8 pm; Mon 8 am–8 pm; Sat 7 am–8 pm; Sun 8 am–8 pm; Thu 8 am–8 pm; Tue 8 am–8 pm; Wed 8 am–8 pm
#5
Ancora Cafe + Bakery
★ 4.5 (631 Google reviews)Brunch restaurant$10–20 per person
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A women-owned brunch spot at 107 King St with outdoor seating and vegan and vegetarian options. Reviewers mention a honey bacon biscuit, avocado toast, plenty of seating and a bright, welcoming room, while one reviewer found the donuts dense. It serves coffee and breakfast daily, from 6:30 am to 3 pm on most days.
Best for: Brunch, biscuits and coffee
- Address
- 107 King St, Madison, WI 53703, United States
- Hours
- Fri 6:30 am–3 pm; Mon 6:30 am–3 pm; Sat 6:30 am–3 pm; Sun 7 am–3 pm; Thu 6:30 am–3 pm; Tue 6:30 am–3 pm; Wed 6:30 am–3 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 9 bakeries in Downtown, Madison WI with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then Google price range of ₹600 or less per person, then by rating. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 05 October 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- Petra Bakery And Restaurant takes reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- For an early start, Greenbush Bakery opens at 6 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated bakery on this list?
Paleo Mama Bakery ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.8 from 309 reviews. Greenbush Bakery is second at 4.7 from 731 reviews.
Which bakeries in Downtown, Madison WI are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Greenbush Bakery, at 8 pm.
How much does it cost at these bakeries?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Paleo Mama Bakery $1–10; Greenbush Bakery $1–10; Petra Bakery And Restaurant $10–20; Michelangelo's Coffee House $10–20; Ancora Cafe + Bakery $10–20.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Paleo Mama Bakery, Greenbush Bakery, Petra Bakery And Restaurant and Ancora Cafe + Bakery.
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