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Union South

Union South is our south campus living room. The 2011 building includes a 350-seat movie theater; a recreation center with bowling, billiards, a two-story climbing wall, and video games; an eco-conscious hotel; an art gallery; eight dining options; and a variety of meeting rooms. While still considered one venue per Fair Trade Campaigns criteria, Union […]

Memorial Union

Treasured by generations, Memorial Union is a place to come to socialize, relax, study and be nourished. The Memorial Union offers a variety of social and educational activities for UW students, faculty, staff, Wisconsin Union Members, and the Madison community. While still considered one venue per Fair Trade Campaigns criteria, the Memorial Union offers a […]

Robin’s Nest

Robin’s Nest, located on the second floor of Nancy Nicholas Hall, is a convenient place to eat for students and staff who find themselves at the School of Human Ecology. It is close to many artistic study nooks and offers an array of espresso drinks, snacks and grab-and-go items, including panini lunches.

Revive

As the newest Badger Market, Revive aims to welcome and prepare the future nurses of America with healthy snacks and sandwiches as well as delicious drinks, like coffee and fruit smoothies. This market is located on the first floor of Signe Skott Cooper Hall.

Open Book Cafe

This student-oriented cafe, located on the first floor of College Library, has an abundance of study spaces and is one of the most popular study spots for undergraduate students. Open Book Cafe offers gourmet coffee, specialty espresso drinks, an assortment of appetizers, soups and chili, grab-n-go sandwiches and wraps, salads, snacks, fresh bakery items, and […]

Microcosm Cafe

Microcosm (which means “little world”) is located within the Microbial Sciences Building. This modern-styled Badger Market features plenty of seating, an open atrium, and natural light, making it a perfect study spot.

Feed Bag

Feed Bag combines the convenience of all Badger Markets with the inviting environment of the School of Veterinary Medicine. Stop by the second floor for freshly brewed coffee and grab-and-go lunch options like soups, salads, sides, and sandwiches to fuel your day. Feel free to check out the vets’ decorated lockers while you’re there!

Crossroads Cafe

Crossroads Cafe is located in the Education Building on Bascom Hill. They provide a wide range of unique sandwiches, appetizers, snacks, and caffeine-fueled beverages for students of the school of education who are always on-the-go. It is next to a large study space, which features tables suited for group discussions, comfortable chairs, a grand fireplace […]

Chazen Cafe

Chazen Cafe is the Wisconsin Union’s newest location for your daily pick-me-up. Located in the lobby of the Chazen Museum of Art, this cafe boasts floor to ceiling windows and comfortable spaces for studying or meeting with friends.

Capital Cafe

Capital Cafe, located in Grainger Hall, has menu items consisting of made-to-order salads and toasted paninis, a la carte sandwiches, soups, wraps and snacks. They specialize in high-quality ingredients for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and have a dining space to sit and enjoy your meals, too. Their small order-and-go coffee kiosk offers a wide variety […]

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Badger Market at Engineering

Badger Market – Engineering, located on the first floor of Engineering Hall, is a convenient and quick market close to the students and staff of the School of Engineering.

Badger Market in Medical Sciences

This Badger Market is located on the corner of University Avenue and Charter Street in the Medical Sciences Center, perfect for busy students and staff who need a quick snack or lunch in between classes.

Badger Market in Ingraham

This market offers gourmet coffee, daily hot lunch entrees, soups and chili, grab-n-go sandwiches and wraps, salads, snacks, fresh bakery items, and an assortment of beverages.

Badger Market in Health Sciences Learning Center

The Badger Market is located in the Health Sciences Learning Center on the first floor of the common area. They provide affordable sandwiches, snacks, and coffee to the on-the-go students of Medicine and Public Health and Nursing in a space that is perfect for studying.

Badger Market in Biochemistry

Located in the Biochemical Sciences building along Henry Mall, this café provides a large selection of snacks, toasted sandwiches, appetizers and caffeinated drinks. This environment is great for studying and you can even destress by the fireplace between classes and work.

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Matthew Reamer