Publik Ed's

The Breakfast Tots and Cappuccino were great. Staff were super friendly.Recommended dishesTater Tots

It's okay, nothing to rave about but not bad either. Tots, waffle and a small drip coffee came in at $11 after a tip. Not bad, but not exactly a cheap spot to grab lunch either. Comparable to campus prices, but we all know we are paying a premium for the convenience there. The coffee was good, but I wasn't a fan of what I ordered. The waffle had a weird texture, more like a biscuit, but with a softer/chewy middle instead of a bread-y one. I overheard somebody say it's vegan so maybe that's why it's a little strange...ha. Honestly I was kinda hoping for a diner style waffle so I was disappointed. Tots were perfectly golden, but I thought they were a little underdone. Not quite crispy enough on the outside and the middle had a slight bite of an undercooked potato. Sauce that came with was good! Staff was nice and friendly and it has a nice aesthetic. No public wifi-guessing that's to keep people from staying too long so they can turn over tables. Baked goods in the case under the register were no more than $3. I'd come back, but just for coffee and a pastry....skipping the menu food next time.

Great coffee n eats right off campus. This place takes over feom Big Ed's, a campus institution since 1968. With a somewhat eclectic menu, coffee products and beer. A more upscale coffee experience with a laid back vibe.

Food was average quality however we came in 30 minutes before close, and were greeted with a condescending tone and snarky attitude. Upon checkout they reminded us multiple times that they were closing in 30 minutes. I understand the slight inconvenience, but that was not all. We received all food in to-go boxes, which were so kindly presented to us by the employee dropping the food on our table. Nonetheless, it was made evident that they perceived us as a burden. Overall, terrible reflection of the University and the hiring process.

food was fine but service was not the best and music was too loud to hear orders being called

A great place to grab a well made espresso and breakfast on Saturday mornings.Food: 5/5

Pleasantly surprised to find this little coffee shop by the University. I used to go to Big Ed’s all the time and they’ve done a good job keeping the old charm of the location alive while making it a really nice coffee shop with delicious fresh food and not very expensive.

Well it is definitely your average, overpriced, gentrified hipster spot. Was hoping it was something like Big Ed's where you get an absolutely gargantuan meal for $6 that you can split with a friend or two in between class. This place has a $7 toast that is quite literally a single piece of bread. Publik is pretty damn delicious honestly but it is a disappointment that this is what replaced Ed's. Everything that made Ed's a local legend is missing from this place and that would explain why no one talks about it on campus like they did with Ed's.

So so yummy. The big salad was so delicious. Loved all the pickled veggies, burger was so good as well. Staff was super nice and loved sitting outside. My hubby said the chili was the best chili he’s ever had. Will definitely be going back on the regular. Great job!!!

The atmosphere is great, they do have access to WiFi for customers and it’s a convenient location being right off campus, but it’s definitely over priced for mediocre coffee and mediocre and inconsistent food. First time I ordered the big salad it was fantastic; lots of toppings, good amount of greens and had half of a large avocado on it and that day I felt I’d just about gotten my money’s worth for an $8 maybe more, but definitely not less price. Came back the following week and ordered the same thing, but this time did not get half my money’s worth... I received much less of everything and not one single slice of avocado and I know they weren’t out because someone who came in after I was served ordered the avocado toast. Was very disappointed that day. They’re also open until 8, but I’ve never seen a selection of baked goods in the afternoon with the exception of sometimes there being one scone left. This is a pro and a con since we know the baked goods are fresh daily, but really wish they made enough to last through for their afternoon customers.