Holy smokes... I am going to have dreams about this sandwich. It is definitely top 3 sandwiches of my life and maybe the best ever. I had the prosciutto sandwich and my SO had the pastrami and both had nothing but good things to say as we ate. The prosciutto sandwich had balsamic that had just started to soak into the otherwise crunchy bread, with these big chunks of mozzarella and the freshest tomatoes and greens. Alimentari itself is this awesome little deli/grocer with both bagged pastas AND FRESH PASTA/antipasti available to buy, as well as all sorts of goods, breads, coffees, chocolates, beverages and a whole wine selection. Beware that there is no seating inside but definitely do not let this dissuade you from visiting. read more

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This had been recommended to me and it was right next to an appointment I had. So I finally stopped in and overall had a wonderful experience - both ordering and eating. I ordered the smoked turkey sandwich, and the gentleman taking my order pointed to a random piece of focaccia on display on the counter and asked if I'd like my sandwich on that. I don't know what kind of bread if normally comes on, but I have since read about the thicker/crustier bread on some reviews. Gosh am I glad he offered the focaccia. The bread made this sandwich, it was sooo good. It was light and fluffy despite being substantial in size, and had this delightful little crunch from the sea salt on it (not in a salty sense, just in a wonderful texture sense). There was a ton of turkey on it and it was a yummy smoked flavor. The other fixings were standard but complimented the sandwich very well. The sandwich was tasty and filling. All this said, because I paid $16 for my sandwich, I wouldn't make it a regular occurrence, maybe a special treat. But if it's on regular bread, particularly a harder crust bread, I think I'd skip it entirely. You do get a lot of sandwich for your money, but I just can't justify it. So, overall, this is definitely worth trying and deciding for yourself - I don't think you'll be disappointed. read more

Alimentari - smoked turkey on focaccia - International Grocery Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

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I went here based on the comments in Madison Foodies FB. Glad I did. That spicy sandwich is one of the best I've ever had. Great bread, shaved meat, fresh toppings. I would put it in the same league as The De Niro at Ray Jays in Eau Claire. I also go a cannoli and I'm eating it right now. The cookie is crisp and light . The filling is spot on. Not too sweet. My only thing is it has chocolate chips on the ends, and I get it, it's for the kids! But it's not traditional , but certainly one of the best cannoli I've had in the mid west. Take the sandwhich and the cannoli ! read more

My family and I stopped in Madison on our way to the the Dells this past spring break. So glad my 9 yr old dtr and I didnt cave into our gluttonous senses and eat the golden fried chicken screaming our names at the gas station prior to arriving at Alimemtari. The person behind the counter kindly gave us their recommendations before we settled on the porchetta, meatball, and ham and cheese sandwiches. We also ordered their soup of the day which was flavorful and perfect for dipping the italian sourdough bits leftover from our sandwiches. Although their porchetta was different from what I remember eating in Rome, it was still very delicious. I enjoyed the marinated green apple slices in the sandwich. Lots of meat in all three of the sandwiches. The meatballs were tender and my husband's favorite out if the three. Friendly people and great food. We will definitely stop in again on our next trip to Madison or the Dells. read more

Visited Alimentari for their sandwiches for the first time last Saturday. Went during brunch time and there wasn't too long of a wait. The venue is really cool, there's a wine section, a food section filled with various produce and a fully stocked fridge & freezer full of house-made goods. I ordered the soppressata sandwich. It was fantastic. The bread was crunch & chewy, the ingredients were fresh, and the sandwich was around $13. Huge fan of the sandwiches they're making and personally I think it is on par with Cassetta's sandwiches. Check them out! read more

Alimentari - A sandwich featuring tomato, fresh greens, mozzarella, and prosciutto in a baguette, served on parchment paper. - International Grocery Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

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I discovered Alimentari after diving into some research on where to find the best tiramisu in Madison--and this Italian inspired store kept popping up again and again. Located in a small strip center with plenty of parking, it's a cozy little gem that's easy to get to. I came in with one mission: to try the tiramisu. A heads-up--they serve it frozen from the freezer, not fresh. But don't let that deter you. Once thawed, it was absolutely delicious. The texture was creamy, the flavor was well-balanced, and it was beautifully presented too. The store itself is a treat for food lovers. Beyond desserts, they also offer fresh pasta made daily, sandwiches, charcuterie boards, wine, and gourmet pantry staples like canned goods and high-quality olive oils. The staff were also friendly and welcoming! If you're craving a taste of Italy without the airfare, this spot is well worth a visit. read more

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I went there yesterday because I've been craving a good deli pastrami sandwich. The first thing is the bread... you don't have a choice and it's not really a pastrami sandwich. The meat was dry and tasted store bought, and the sandwich alone was $16! I'll try most things once, but never again! Now that I think about it, the meat tastes like it came from Woodmans grocery store. read more

Stopped in for lunch and also picked up a few items for future meals--pizza sauce, noodles, and their housemade giardiniera. I tried the roast beef sandwich and really enjoyed it, especially with their horseradish sauce. It had great flavor and wasn't overly spicy, though I wouldn't have minded a bit more heat. The bread was a bit tough, which made the sandwich slightly harder to eat, but overall the flavor was excellent. This place is a great little spot to grab a bite and stock up on some quality ingredients for dinner at home. read more

Alimentari - Entrance - A brick commercial building in Madison, WI, features a sign for King Brick & Book Pizzeria and an awning labeled 'Alimentari.' There are parked cars and a street sign indicating a 25 mph speed limit. - International Grocery Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

The food lived up to its hype. The taste is incredible, only problem I had is with the bread. It's so tough, that the meat starts falling out the other end after every bite. I had to keep rotating the sandwich and figure out how to avoid it falling apart. The place itself is a bit crowded and is the market has some crazyy prices for random producrs. Staff are friendly too read more

Alimentari - Spicy Sopressata Sandwich - A partially eaten sandwich with melted cheese, meats, and vegetables inside a toasted bread roll, held in a person's hand. - International Grocery Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

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The service was wonderful, the deli guy was so very nice - even with my annoying questions! They were pretty fast, even with a lot of people there, but I wouldn't recommend stopping here if you're in a rush. The white wine spritzer was SO GOOD! And the sandwich was unreal. I ate the entire thing in one sitting. I wish I had another one to eat as I'm writing this. The iberico ham chips were terrible though! read more

Alimentari - Marinated artichoke - A sandwich with greens, meats, and cheese is on parchment paper, accompanied by potato chips, a Meyer Lemon soda, and a bag of chips on a picnic table outside. - International Grocery Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

This place fancy af. It's like if build-a-bear met the Charcuterie King. Wonderfully chill vibe and helpful staff. Gotta love a good sammy huh? Thanks! read more

Such a cool Italian inspired spot off of Monroe. We wanted to try out their sandwiches and were not disappointed. The pork porchetta was unreal. I highly recommend it to anyone who's obsessed with goat cheese like myself. We also ordered the pastrami and Swiss but realized after we got home they forgot to add the cheese. I will say, although the bread was delicious, it was a bit thick for my personal sandwich preferences. We showed up at peak lunch hours on a Saturday, so granted it was packed. However, there is so many packaged Italian items to browse through inside and even a dedicated wine and liquor corner. This definitely helps pass the time and we will be returning in the future now that I know all the ingredients they offer. read more

Alimentari - Pork Porchetta - A baguette sandwich filled with sliced meat and greens, held by a person wearing a gray sweater, with paper wrapping in the background. - International Grocery Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

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I like to come here on my visits to Madison to get one of their delicious sandwiches and check on their variety of tasty Italian things like wine, liquors, cheese, canned fish, chocolates, and more. The space is nice and their service is friendly. read more

Alimentari - Sandwiches and cheese curds - Two sandwiches with greens and cheese are placed on parchment paper on a table, with a cup of pasta salad and drinks nearby. - International Grocery Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

I love everything about this place. The selection of meat, cheese, olives...you name it. Staff is always friendly and helpful. I can't wait until they get their east side location back up and running. read more

Took my daughter and husband to this location. Each of us ordered a different sandwich. Everyone enjoyed what they ordered and had nothing but good things to say, and we will be back read more

Really enjoyed this sandwich! The protein was very high quality as well as all the ingredients. I got the prosciutto and it was magical! Bread was also very good! Overall so tasty and fresh! read more

Alimentari - A person holds a sizable sandwich with meats, greens, and bread, outdoors near a lake or river with a tree and a wooden deck in the background. - International Grocery Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

It smells so delicious when you walk in. There's a variety of jams, pastas, meats, and frozen items. I ordered the meatball sub and the porchetta. It took about 5-10 minutes (granted, I think I beat the lunch rush because whole flock of people walked in after). The meatball sub: omg there were at least 5 very large meatballs. Every time I had a bite, a meatball was falling out of the sub - this is just to highlight that they ARE NOT skimping. This is a sub I'd get if I'm eating it right away. So hearty, flavorful. Would totally split this again with someone. I was so stuffed halfway eating this. Porchetta: the apples add a nice sweet addition. If you're looking for something savory with a hint of sweetness. I loved the bread. Would come back for the trout or basically any other sub! Cannoli: crispy outside, my favorite comment about a dessert: it wasn't too sweet (*this is a good sign*). I think there were hints of lemon in the filling. read more

Stopped in to their new location-love it's closer to my house. More space in their new spot. Same ordering system-order at counter and once you receive your sandwich, pay at the register. While it is still top 3 in Madison, I'm dropping my rating a star for their pastrami sandwich. The sliced meat is way too fatty to be served cold. It was rather one note and the cold fat coated my tongue and teeth. I would recommend it served hot. Of course, I'll still come back. Just avoid that option. read more

Excellent smoked trout sandwich and artichoke sandwich. My mother in law said "the turkey is good, but big." . Definitely would go back.

With so many options coming at you right when you walk in the door, it can be overwhelming at first. However, no matter what you get, you'll be itching to come back. Friendly staff and great environment. No seating inside, but that gives you the option to walk to a nearby park and enjoy your sandwich there read more

Alimentari - Bussin - International Grocery Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

This is a small fancy shop with a lot of great products. I came to get a sandwich for lunch. I got a beef roast sandwich and it was excellent. It had a wasabi kind of a spicy kick to it. And it was really hot. If you dont like spicy food may be its not for you. They had 4 flavors of home made gelato, from which I took 3 - spumoni, pistachio and caramel pie. It was really good. I also took a Barons gelato (lavander london fog flavor). That was a good try as well. Saw Mayana chocolate for the first time, so got a mayan spice bar flavor chocolate. Loved it. It had a center of caramel and some spiciness to it. Took amara falso non alcoholic cocktail, it was a little bitter for me. And had a ginger kick. Over all everything from here was good. read more

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This store was so cute, I really loved all the products you can get here! My partner is a regular here to get their sandwiches, and all the staff I've met are so friendly. Along with our sandwiches, I also got a balsamic vinegar and a fennel pollen/lavender goat cheese, which were both lovely on a salad I had this week. - banh mi (6.5/10): twas a good sandwich, the proportions are pretty huge, all the ingredients tasted really fresh and I enjoyed all the pickled veg. The only thing I disliked was that the pork was very salty which made it difficult to eat the whole thing-- however, important to note that my partner recommended this sandwich to me and said that it wasn't this salty when he got it so it's possible the saltiness was just a fluke that day! Overall, would come back to try more sandwiches (especially the porchetta w/ apple and fennel) and buy more goods, it had a lovely small business vibe that I would love to continue to support! read more

Alimentari - banh mi (seasonal) - International Grocery Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

The most fresh and delicious sandwiches! I stopped in during a weekday to grab a sandwich for lunch. It was order at the counter, grab and go style. The location is great being right off Willy Street. It's close to everything and has a parking lot. After I placed my order at the counter it only took about 5 minutes for them to make my sandwich. I got the prosciutto sandwich. It was so very good! It was big so I could have split it with someone. The bread, mozzarella, tomatoes, and arugula were so fresh. It had a little bit too much meat for me but overall a great sandwich. The balsamic and oil dressing added good flavor. Not only is it a great place to grab a sandwich but it's a mini Italian grocery store. The space is well organized and clean. It was fun looking at all of their cheese, meats, wine, etc. It was hard for me to not get a pint of gelato! The homemade pasta looked incredible as well. I need to stop back in and get some of their grocery items. read more

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Love the artichoke sandwich! Great vibe in the shop. Great service. Would love to see a few more vegetarian sandwich varieties on the menu in the future. :) read more

Alimentari - Front of shop and parking lot. - International Grocery Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Quick, friendly service. Really well-stocked Italian market, delicious sandwiches, plenty of variety.

Alimentari all day. Their Italian beef rivals any in Chicago. I said what I said. Their bread is magnificent.

Best sandwiches in Madison! We have tried most of them at this point and not a single sandwich has been disappointing. They also sell lasagne you can bake at home, it was very tasty as well! read more

European style living with good people and good food. That's Alimentari. Welcome to the neighborhood. Let us know how we can support you. read more

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I'm unsure about giving this place a good review because it would mean they might be out of sandwiches when I get there... the sandwiches... they are... SO GOOD! read more

The new location is great! The sandwiches are amazing as always and they have a great selection of fresh made pastas and other fun Italian finds. I had the mortadella and a pistachio cannoli, it was amazing! I haven't stopped thinking about it. The staff is friendly and very helpful. We will be back often!!! read more

This is the best sandwich I've ever had- no joke! I got the Prosciutto and my husband got the Smoked Turkey. Both were excellent! The bread can make or break a sandwich, and these sandwiches are served on a beautiful crusty Italian bread. Super fresh and HUGE- either come hungry or plan on bringing half your sandwich home. In addition to the excellent sandwiches, they also sell a variety of specialty groceries. We picked up a couple bags of dried pasta to try. I wish they had something like this in Milwaukee! We weren't going straight home otherwise I would've indulged in some of their perishable groceries as well. Will DEFINITELY be back!!!! read more

Alimentari - Prosciutto sandwich (Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato, Arugula, Balsamic Vinegar, EVOO) - I'd give it 10 stars if I could! - A sandwich with arugula, tomato, fresh mozzarella, and a baguette, wrapped in brown paper. - International Grocery Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

The sandwiches at Alimentari are truly phenomenal. The bread is amazing...I could eat one of these every day! Everyone is always super friendly and this little grocery store is so quaint and cute. It's a must for those looking for specialty food for a party or just a nice meal at home. Highly recommend checking it out! Plenty of parking. read more

Alimentari - Spicy Sopressata Sandwich - International Grocery Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

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Get here now! My Porchetta Sandwich was amazing! The family swooped on 4 different sandwiches and they would all run back for another. Bread was perfect and crunchy. Our families new spot for sure! read more

Such yummy sandwiches! Stop here to treat yourself if you want a "beyond ordinary" Sammy. Super sweet service, you can buy great wines and other snacks! read more

The prosciutto sandwich I got here was incredible. The bread was perfect - I hate crusty bread and this bread managed to walk the fine line of fluffy + not too crusty but still substantial enough to hold the mozzarella, tomato and arugula. The prosciutto was tasty, the arugula was super fresh, and the balsamic added just the right sweetness. I wasn't planning to eat the entire sandwich but it was so good I couldn't stop. read more

Not sure how I never got to Alimentari before today. Wow! Huge sandwich that is delicious - I got the prosciutto sandwich which is stuffed with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and some light balsamic and basil. The bread is hearty. It will last me a couple meals, so I'm hoping it stays fresh. I also got some of their house Calibrian potato chips which are pretty spicy and so tasty. Also some Swedish gummy candies because why not? This seems kind of like a hipster Fraboni's - I think Fraboni's is still my favorite Italian deli but this has a lot of similar products and fresh tasty food. Recommend! read more

Alimentari - Prosciutto sandwich - International Grocery Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

DROOL WORTHY SANDWICHES. Perfect for our boat day. I tried the turkey and the prosciutto. Ratios were just right on both... with plenty of protein and flavor packed in. Would definitely recommend a stop here if you're in Madison. read more

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Is Alimentari the best sandwich shop in Madison? If you asked me, I would answer YES! Wonderful staff, fresh bread, delicious ingredients, fast service, and great location. Although pricey, the quality matches the expectations. read more

Place was very clean and had good vibes. We got the porchetta which was really good. The apple was surprisingly good with the rest of the sandwich, adding a nice sweetness. The arugula and meat were mild in flavor and the goat cheese was funky but tasty. Overall a really good place and sandwich. read more

Alimentari - Porchetta - A sandwich with crusty bread, fresh greens, and deli meats, served on parchment paper. - International Grocery Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Alimentari kind of gives off a slightly pretentious, hipster vibe, and you know what, they deserve to be able to do that. You don't go to Alimentari if you want a piece of bread with meat. You go to Alimentari to treat yourself like the king (or queen if you prefer) you are. Some other reviewers say that they're expensive, but when you first taste that wonderful capicola, you know why you're here. Alimentari isn't for everyone. But if you're in the mood for a GOOD sandwich, and are ready to pay a little bit more than other delis in town, then stop reading, and just go here. Get anything. It's all amazing. I won't spoil it for ya - try it yourself. read more