Tons of vegetarian options. All of our choices were delicious. The highlight was the coconut tree leches cake. Cozy seating. Service was good and friendly. We found street parking easily. Beautiful weather and we appreciated all the open windows as we lean into springtime. read more

Alchemy - Stuffed Grilled Cheese and mashed potatoes - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

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I tried to be adventurous, so I ordered their bison burger, and it was okay. The fries were good, so I think if I had ordered a regular burger, it would have been fine. The service was pretty good, and it was clean inside the restaurant. We will visit again. Parking can be a little tricky. You just have to find street parking, and it can be a bit challenging. read more

Alchemy - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

One of the best restaurants I've been to in Madison so far. Spectacular food, nice venue, friendly and helpful staff, cannot recommend more. As someone whose hometown is Buffalo, the wings were super phenomenal. The reuben bread especially was crispy and not soggy and the meat was good once I put some extra salt on it. Drink was solid as well. I also tried a bit of the layered chocolate cake and that was also really good. Fries were very crispy and salty, like professional potato chips. Everything was out of the park, definitely would go here again! read more

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I've been to Alchemy on a couple of occasions and have so enjoyed our experiences here. I've come on a date on one occasion and with a group of five another time and it's great for both. On my first trip, I opted for a beer and on my second visit, I opted for a cocktail. It's nice that they have options for both but I do think they're beer options are more intriguing than their mixology. I love that they have wonderful vegetarian options. Most recently, I ordered their coconut curry, which was beautifully flavorful, dreamy dish and I enjoyed every bite. One of my dining companions ordered the same and we both were over the moon with our choice. The service was great. We stopped by on a busy Saturday evening and were able to be seated at a table outside. It was a lovely evening but a rain storm came it rather quickly. They were able to bustle us inside and get us a table, which was so nice. The atmosphere inside has comfy classic saloon vibes (though the food and drink is definitely elevated beyond your standard pub). Get to it! read more

Alchemy - Coconut curry - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

We we at the Wonder Minocqua Brewing and they suggested out to me as a wonderful place to eat. We agree - great ambience and the food is fantastic read more

We stopped in around 8 on a Saturday night and were able to get seated right away. The patio was super cute, but a little dark. Absolutely loved the hand cut fries and hand brined chicken on their boat sandwich. Bloody Mary was pretty good, as well as the stuffed grilled cheese. There was a large variety of menu items and all were super unique. Such a great place adding charm to willy street! read more

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My first time after so many years living in Madison. So many people rave about this place and I can't believe I've waited this long. The wings. Must get the wings. The Gorgonzola on top was so good! We shared burgers: tinshack and zaremba. I've been looking for a burger with a green olive relish for so long and I finally found one (zaremba). Must get the sweet potato fries. Perfectly cooked and seasoned. Love the outdoor seating option during the summer. Service was fantastic and food was just as good! I'm so glad I went. Excited to go back for specials and fish fry! read more

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Love Alchemy! It's such a fun, casual spot. Service is always good and the food is delicious. My favorite thing to get is the Zaremba Burger! read more

Alchemy - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

One of my most favorite spots in Madison. Scratch cooking with a little flair! On this visit we were lucky enough to get one of the best seats next to the window. Our lovely server greeted us promptly & took our drink order. My Bloody Mary was flavorful & had plenty of garnish. To eat, I opted for the ultimate grilled cheese with a side of their pork chile verde. The sandwich was delectable, perfect amount of gooey cheese & crunchy veg. The soup/stew had a wonderful tanginess. We thoroughly enjoyed & can't wait to go back! read more

Alchemy - Cutest corner window seat - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

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Alchemy's food is consistently delicious and it is one of my favorite neighborhood hangouts because it's relaxing and unpretentious. The service is always friendly and helpful, too! Some of my fave menu items include the Zaremba burger (all of the burgers are amazing), the Wednesday Mac n Cheese specials, which are super creative and enough food for two, and the Friday Fish Fry. Reasonable prices and great drink specials, a fab outdoor seating area in nice weather and a cozy vibe when it's cold, rainy or snowy all make Alchemy shine. Check it out! read more

Food was fantastic. Fish fry wasn't greasy. Special non alcohol drinks made me feel special. Unique savory dishes

Super cute outdoor seating, dogs welcome. Large tree umbrella covering seating too on a hot day. Seating inside as well but it was too nice outside for us to be inside. We got the cornmeal breaded cod sandwich with a side salad. $17. Two pieces of fish on a baguette. The fish itself was a tiny bit dry. Still very good, loved the sauce on the bread, lettuce and tomatoes. For the side salad, nice mustard type home made dressing, minimal coverage, fresh peas and broccoli. Happy we stopped when in the area. read more

Alchemy - Cornmeal cod sandwich with side salad $17 - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

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I've been dying to get to Alchemy for their Wednesday night mac special and it did not disappoint! The sloppy joe mac was super good, amazing mac and cheese sauce and great flavors. I wish this dish came out hotter temperature wise. We split the Applerum burger, which was good, but the bun was mediocre. The sweet potato fries were outstanding - crispy and fresh from the kitchen! Our service was ok. I love the outdoor dining areas. Parking down the block was super easy. I wouldn't rush back, but if they have a good special mac, I'd go again! read more

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I took out lunch from here on a Friday. I had to go around the block once to find parking. Cod fish fry was excellent. The seasonal side of brussel sprouts was excellent as well. My other entree was deluxe apple rum burger, with alchemy fries. That was really good as well. Some reviewers mentioned they are cash only. But now they take credit card as well. read more

Alchemy - Cod fish fry with brussel sprouts - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

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Totally worth visiting. Food is delicious. Service was excellent. Prices within reason. Plus, the place is very eclectic and inviting. If in Madison, especially close to campus, a must go. read more

Visited this place with my family, and was expecting a nicer experience than the one I had. Normally, I don't post reviews like this. The food was okay, which itself isn't that bad, but it also is crazily expensive. The service was good, servers were nice, but the place did seem a little cramped. Good vibe. Would try to see if you like it, but would not be something I would be willing to do again. read more

Have fond memories of the food from a couple years ago. Still decent, but not as exceptional as it was. Had a nicely cooked, juicy burger in an uninspired brioche bun. Toppings fresh. Side of fries that came with it was very small. Added a side if the daily veg, a grilled asparagus. Great flavor but mostly undercooked-think crunch. Like the drink menu which is interesting without being pretentious. Seated immediately on a weekday evening with solid table service. Waitstaff and host solid. I wouldn't complain if a companion wanted to eat here, but wouldn't push it forward either. read more

The outside patio is delightful. The service is great as well. Our cocktails though? My husband ordered a mojito that tasted like flat fizzy water. We're pretty sure they forgot the rum, simple syrup and lime juice. I ordered the margarita with mezcal. Again, the drink tasted nothing like a margarita and the mezcal was barely there. The waitress took the Mojito off our bill so that was nice. The food? I wouldn't order the chicken wings. read more

cute ambiance inside but overall pretty mid food. tried a bison burger for the first time and it seemed tougher than beef. wasn't obsessed with it. the short rib dish was better, more tender but i don't love spatzle. the baguette slices for the spinach and artichoke were overly toasted so i didn't love that. the dip itself was fine too read more

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Wings stuffed grilled cheese service was outstanding ribs were very tender sweet potato fries perfect

Last week, I visited Alchemy for dinner with a friend. Between the great food and the great service, it was a fantastic experience! Rachel was our server. She was so friendly and enthusiastic. It was obvious that she enjoyed her job. Her attitude made for a very welcoming experience. Although I am not a big burger eater when I go out for dinner, I decided to try the Apple Rum burger. It was fantastic! The combination of flavors and high-quality ingredients, including grass-fed beef, made for one of the best burgers I have ever had. The outdoor seating on a beautiful evening completed a perfect experience. I definitely recommend Alchemy for a great dining experience! read more

Loved the dark lighting and decor. I got a wonderful, enthusiastic server who recommended their off-menu salmon. Delicious. Didn't like my hot toddy because of the cherry--tasted medicinal. I think a cinnamon would have made it better. The peanut butter chocolate cake was scrumptious. read more

Have enjoyed this restaurant several times but our meal there on Thursday was disappointing. My turkey sandwich arrived with soggy toast and the steak dinner arrived cool rather than hot. Our waitress was almost non-existent and didn't seem to be interested in serving us. We had to go inside and ask for our bill only to find our waitress sitting at the bar on her phone. Very disappointed. read more

The kimchi Reuben is AMAZING! A little higher priced but you can tell the ingredients are fresh. Perfect balance of kimchi and corned beef. The wasabi green beans were a nice light side. Service was great no complaints. read more

Alchemy - Kimchi Reuben - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Loved Alchemy! My friend met me in Madison for the farmers market and wanted to try Alchemy because her coworker used to work here. They recommended the potato fries and wings. We got both and were so happy with our decision! The sweet potato fries were so good! And cut like a chip - which I loved. All sauces were great. Definitely will be bringing friends her in the future. read more

Alchemy - Buffalo Wings - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

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One of our local favorites! Alchemy never disappoints, and always has something for everyone. This makes it a great place to bring out of town guests for a lunch or dinner. We frequent on Wednesday nights for their Mac and Cheese specials - I have yet to find a Mac and cheese I don't love here. My husband and I love to share a Mac and Maize salad. It's the perfect blend. I also recommend their Friday fish fry. I'm not a tartar sauce fan, but whatever is in theirs is magic. So good! If you visit in warmer weather, they have a good amount of outdoor seating. They also allow you to put your name in and visit the Ideal Bar next door while you wait. We've appreciated this option many times in the past. Their patio is also dog friendly. read more

I want to give a higher rating bc the staff is so nice, but the food quality is so inconsistent. The fish was cooked perfectly, except it did not have a drop of seasoning. I haven't had fish this bland since high school. Thankfully, the waitress brought me a side of seasoning so that I could salvage the meal, however, I was disappointed overall. I'll prob use Alchemy for drinks and dessert only as the bartenders are always friendly and skilled, and I've enjoyed their dessert the one time I've had it read more

Alchemy - Friday Fish Fry - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

After not being able to get into a restaurant down the street, we decided to give Alchemy a try. It was really good! The waiter was literally one of the best waiters I've ever had, he was hysterical, down to earth and had great chat. He checked on us often and was so friendly, kudos to him! For a drink, I had a margarita- which was refreshing on a hot afternoon. The curry was pretty good, it was a big serving with lots of sweet potatoes. I really enjoyed it. The bread was great and the mushroom spread was delicious- definitely different, but a good different. I would love to come back and try some options here. read more

Alchemy - Yellow Coconut Curry - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

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Food was pretty good. Got the Apple rum burger; wish it had more of the jelly on it since it's the main selling point, but not bad by any stretch. Staff were incredibly friendly and attentive. Lovely interior, with custom (presumably antique) wood furnishing all around. Drinks have variety, but don't expect to order any sort of obscure and overly fancy cocktails. What they have is good though, and you'd do well to stick with it. read more

Alchemy - Apple Rum Burger with side of roasted Brussels sprouts with sauce and almonds. - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Best way to cure a case of the Mondays? Alchemy. While most places are closed on Mondays, the lights at Alchemy stay on and that makes it one of our go-tos. Dont skip on the sweet potato fries. Also, spicy wings topped with gorgonzola? Say less.‍ read more

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Had to check another madison restaurant off the list before moving! I drive and walk by Alchemy all the time. It did not disappoint for a dinner with two good friends. I came to the restaurant only slightly hungry due to a big family lunch. It was a bummer as the coconut curry I ordered was really tasty. Hooray for leftovers! Washed down with a draft IPA. My one friend got the Apple Rum burger and seemed to devour it. It looked hearty and fresh. My other friend got the soup of the day (green bean casserole) and the drink special, a cinnamon vanilla hot toddy. Everyone enjoyed! My favorite was the atmosphere and service. The low light makes for a nice time that could be great for a date or some later dining and drinks. The restaurant has cool levels of seating that allow for unique experiences. Finally, fantastic waitress that was quick and friendly! read more

Alchemy - Beer - Everyday Warrior - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

I was excited to eat at Alchemy. It had been years since I have dined there. Usually it's so busy, it's really hard to get a table. But wintery weather and good timing were on our side and we had no trouble getting a table. The specials our server told us about made ordering easy. We just went with the suggestions which were a mushroom, blue cheese spread with toasted bread, entree of chicken thighs with mashed potatoes and glazed carrots and a side of brussels with a dijon sauce. After a few minutes, our server returned to inform us that they ran out of mashed potatoes. OK...so we chose fries instead. Food came out quickly. (Service all around was great!). The chicken, carrots and sauce were great. Fries were OK but mashed would have been better. But we were really disappointed in the mushroom spread. It was cold and was overwhelmed with the sweet sauce. No umami flavor at all which you would expect with a mushroom pate. I think serving the pate warm would have solved that issue. And then the half the bread was overly toasted giving the entire dish a charred flavor. It was just OK. I'll stop by again and give it a try. Maybe something from their main menu. read more

Very affordable, casual dining that has a nice variety of menu options for the meat and vegetarian friends. While most of the menu items are sandwich platters, don't let that steer you away. I'm not much of a sandwich/burger person, but Alchemy could convert me. I could the kimchi Reuben which came out nice and toasty. The meat was juicy and the flavors blended really well together. I split my order with a friend that got a burger and it was soo delicious! We all chose the side of chips which they give you a very generous amount of. I'll be here again, especially to try the chicken wings which I've heard/seen many rave reviews about! read more

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Every time I come here it's a new experience. The waitstaff is so fun and knowledgeable of the menu. I've gotten pork chops, drinks, and sandwiches here. Their specials are always phenomenal. I recently ordered the Scallop Po Boy and it was so good. I wanted more scallops (don't we all) but I got 3 on each sandwich slice. It's a moody little restaurant and I love it. read more

Alchemy - Scallop Po Boy with a side of soup (not pictured but delicious). - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Been to Alchemy a couple times as it's a popular spot. Wait times, waiting mostly outside as the bar is small, shouting to be heard by the rest of the table, passable food. read more

Great ambiance, attentive service, nice craft beer selection, delicious food! Hubs got the kimchi Reuben and it was particularly good! Would definitely return. read more

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They don't take reservations here and they only have outdoor seating. So the wait for a party of 11 was over an hour. We could tell the wait staff was getting a little fed up with us. We also got a picnic table right at the back... near the dumpsters... so there were a lot of flies. Still food was pretty good. Bison Burger - this was my favorite. Loved the creamy cheese with the lean bison meat. Fish Tacos - a little sparse on the fish. Mostly tortilla. House Boat - char on the chicken is nice. Very juicy. Zaremba Burger - pretty standard burger. Bacon had a kick to it. Kimchi Reuben - lots of salty meat that paired nicely with the tart kimchi. Bread was perfectly toasted. Green beans - too raw. Could only really taste wasabi. Chips - crispy pieces were nice but also many limp pieces Side salad - very flavorful. Great for a side! Buffalo wings - got these naked for the kids. Totally unseasoned. read more

Went here with a larger group on a Saturday night and there was only about a 25 minute wait. Not bad considering it was prime eating time. We just ended up walking around outside for a little while and by the time we got back, out table was all ready. We started out with the sweet potato fries, which is always a little misleading to me as they are more of a crisp or a chip. However they do pair quite nicely with the tarragon mayo and jalapeno/blackberry jam. We also ordered a couple applerum burgers. I substituted the tofu walnut burger on mine and was quite impressed. The sweet onion relish played quite nicely with the tofu and was also a good contrast the the saltiness of the cheese. I got the special side of the night which was asparagus spears. They had a great flavor and were huge. Another friend who ordered them as well commented that he would want a little more char on them though. The people who got the applerum burger with the actual meat also thought it was quite good. They got it as the deluxe and mentioned that the aioli and pickles added a lot to the dish. The bun on this burger was also nice and soft to absorb all the juices from the burger and toppings. Just what this sandwich needs. read more

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I love it here. The patio makes for a great dining experience, sit outside with a nice breeze enjoying the weather. Inside is nice and dim lit. Not much parking around but there is parking. Everyone is happy and kind here which always makes for a great experience. The adobo wings are . We only took a picture of the buffalo cauliflower for some reason but they were probably the best I've had so far. Stop in grab a drink and some wings! read more

Alchemy - Buffalo cauliflower - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Alchemy has become my go to place for comfort food. They never disappoint. From service, to flavor, to menu, 5 stars all around. It's not 5 star dining and it's not meant to be. It's tasty and delicious and the crew at Alchemy is outstanding. So while not 5 star traditional (i.e. James Beard), they get 5 stars from me. read more