This is definitely one the best places to get coffee in Madison. I almost never hang out in coffee shops, and yet I've spent many hours studying in Steep & Brew throughout the years. The atmosphere is perfect for meeting up with friends to study or hang out. It's quiet and laid back, but not so quiet that you'll be uncomfortable. They've got 4 different sections you can sit in (including outside) which all have pretty comfortable chairs.\n\nI love the fact that you can get a quart-sized cup of coffee here for a dollar or two. They've got plenty of other drinks on the menu as well. Everything tastes really good, comes in massive portions, and is dirt-cheap. And unlike a lot of coffee shops on State Street, they actually take credit cards.