While popping between nearby Colectivo and the adjacent park, we popped into Alimentari out of…read morecuriosity, and somehow left with a pre-made frozen dinner for the evening and a Spicy Soppressata sammy to enjoy alongside the lake mere feet away! While they seem to be known for their sandwiches, and for good reason, they have a lot of great artisanal items rooted in Italian cooking. This includes oils, wines, sauces, spices, treats and more. The "more" also includes fresh-made pasta, hand cut meats and cheeses, gelato and a few other absolutely delish items! Back to that sandwich...we were not hungry, but could not pass up a good sandwich, especially one freshly made on locally sourced and baked bread! The bread was the absolutely star of each bite, I mean...sheesh! The sandwich in full was great, and definitely worth the stop in on its own. The store itself is small, but mighty, and well laid out, stocked with all the goods, flows well, clean and in great condition. Service was stellar as well. We were greeted upon entry, checked on while browsing and chatted up while being rang out. Overall, solid spot for a ready-made meal, a special ingredient, a tasty sandwich, fresh pasta, charcuterie or just to wander around in!

Holy smokes... I am going to have dreams about this sandwich. It is definitely top 3 sandwiches of…read moremy 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.

My go to spot for a good mocha, perfect blend of expresso and not overly sweet. Solid latte art for…read moresteaming with oat milk, which is a bit harder than whole milk. The cafe has a relaxed vibe with lots of seating. Would recommend visiting if you are a coffee lover

This is THE spot for pre-farmers market caffeine! We stopped in right at 9am on a Saturday and saw…read morethey have a walk-up counter serving some of their top, basic drink options and basic pastries. Inside, one can order from their full menu. Their menu is small but mighty having a little something for everyone. I got a hot Maple Latte with oatmilk. The flavor was subtly sweet but paired great with the espresso. The maple syrup was sourced locally and made in house. I'd be very curious to come back and try the other specialty lattes. My husband got their Homemade Chai Latte. It was cozy in a cup and had nice spices in it. We shared the Bagel Sandwich which was the perfect portion for a breakfast snack. The bagel seemed to have fresh seasoning on it and the flavors layered nicely together. Overall, this was a great coffee, tea, food stop. Its right off Capitol Square but order online for pick up to avoid the lines if you can.

Madison sourdough made it to our list of places to visit by virtue of their morning buns, which I…read moreread about during my research for what to eat in the area. We stopped off on a Sunday morning before leaving Madison to head to the Dells. We were able to snag a parking spot on the street pretty much right out front of the place but I did notice that there seem to be a parking lot next-door. we were intimidated by the queue that had formed and was literally no exaggeration, "out the door". I wouldn't say that it moved quickly per se, but quick enough. The time spent on the queue is good for catching up on emails, some self reflection, or perusing the menus that they have stacked on the counter. We finally made it to the register. I ordered a ginger pistachio Matcha (iced of course, in this heat) and GF a banana something latte. The morning bun was fantastic. It almost reminds me of a cruffin. Maybe lighter? It wasn't overwhelming, it was flaky and delicate with a muffin-esque but lighter booty. A delightful breakfast snack. The matcha was out of this world. Such a unique and delicious flavor. It lasted two seconds. GF enjoyed her latte. It wasn't as sweet as I would have liked but for her, someone who doesn't like sweet coffee beverages, it was perfect. I can see why this place is so popular.

I'm always on the hunt for a good bakery and couldn't pass up the chance to visit Madison…read moreSourdough! From creative baked goods to yummy breakfast plates, this is a great stop if you're craving some comfort food or a sweet treat. The interior was cute with a casual vibe- we saw plenty of guests catching up with friends over brunch and others getting some solo work done over coffee. You order at the front, and although it was very busy, things moved pretty quickly. We tried the biscuit breakfast sandwich and hot coffee. The bacon and eggs on the sandwich were perfectly cooked, and I loved that it came with jam to balance out the savory flavors and rich cheddar. The biscuit itself was tasty but dry- I think a generous pat of butter and a bit more jam would have done the trick. It came with a tangy arugula salad that lightened up the meal nicely. The coffee was on the watery side but had a good flavor. I do wish we'd picked up some pastries or bread for the road, as I tried some of their sourdough on a sandwich at another local restaurant and it was absolutely delicious. Overall, we had a good experience and I would definitely stop by to try more of the menu!

Casetta Kitchen & Counter was exactly what I needed after a night out in Madison! I was visiting…read morefrom out of town and wanted something quick, easy, and delicious, so I searched Yelp and stumbled across Casetta. I'm so glad I did. I ordered the Italian sandwich, and it absolutely hit the spot. It was fresh, flavorful, loaded with quality ingredients, and honestly cured my hangover. Sometimes all you need is a really good sandwich, and Casetta delivered. The experience was made even better by the woman at the register. She was so sweet, welcoming, and genuinely friendly. Her kindness made the visit feel even more memorable and was the perfect start to my day. If you're visiting Madison or you're a local looking for an amazing lunch, I can't recommend Casetta Kitchen & Counter enough. Great food, quick service, and wonderful hospitality. I'll definitely be back the next time I'm in town!

Casetta is one of those places where the food definitely lives up to the hype. The bread was fresh,…read moreimpressive, and probably one of the highlights of the meal. Everything tasted fresh and delicious. The atmosphere has an industrial-rustic feel, but the large kitchen right in the center of the space really makes it stand out. You can see a lot of the action happening while you wait, which adds to the experience. Service is quick and operates more like fast food: you order at the counter, then they bring your food out to your table. Just be prepared for a potentially long line depending on what time you go. As for the price, I'm not sure my particular order felt fully worth it. That said, I think I may have made the wrong choice. If I had gone with one of their more adventurous sandwiches, I probably would have felt like it was worth the challenge of dealing with Madison Street parking. Overall, Casetta is definitely worth trying. Everything is fresh, the bread is excellent, and I'd go back to give one of their more interesting sandwiches a shot.

Stopped by lake vista cafe for lunch on Sunday. I was surprised that there was almost nobody at the…read morerestaurant, it was really empty! With this view, the place would have at least a one hour wait in Southern California!! I got the wright grain bowl with chicken and my bf got the king x Nolen sandwich (grilled chicken sandwich). My chicken was really nice, juicy and flavorful. The salad was good. The fries were not the best, the flavor was ok but they could have been a bit crispier. It was a light lunch with a nice view and overall we enjoyed it.

The view is beautiful. We walked 30 minutes to get here, but cafe was closed. . Only one other…read morecouple was here sitting outside. I should have checked hours.

We were staying at the Hyatt Place and this is just a five minute walk from that hotel. It's a…read morelarge (2-story) and inviting coffee shop with some nice choices available. We asked if they make a breve and they said they could. It was very delicious, so much so that we went back again the next day. Our server was very friendly and we enjoyed talking to her.

This place does not disappoint! Fast and friendly service and good prices! What more can you ask…read morefor? Stopped for a quick bite as I was running errands around downtown Madison. The breakfast sandwich hit the spot! Love the tomato jam paired with the rosemary cheddar scone.

visited wisconsin for the first time and found this hidden gem on tiktok! located in a basement of…read morethis random building but WOW staff were so friendly and welcoming :) since it was my first time, they kinda walked me thru how everything worked and throughly mentioned lil snapchat word of the day for some $$ off. they have free popcorn as well! gave us a stamp card as well! it's a sandwich/ deli spot + a convenient store all in one. they have coffee machines if u wanted something in the morning too.

The best place! My favorite spot that I came to in college. They have a word of the day where you…read moreget a free drink. They have the best breakfast sandwiches and don't sleep on the regular sandwiches and salad too. The workers are so kind. Highly recommend!

The guy that helped my husband and I was so sweet. We forgot to ask for to-go, he immediately…read moreoffered to wrap our sandwiches for us. He also gave us drinks without us asking or paying for them. Such good vibes in there and we'll be back.

This place is dope! Literally stony baloney delicious! Was in town for work and someone suggested…read moreCheba Hut so we tried it for lunch. Killer menu with all sorts of choices, the bread is out of this world yummy, totally fresh baked bro. I tried the Apollo Greek sandwich, it was like a tangy Greek chicken salad and it was so YUM. Lots of ganja inspired decor and quotes which make for a good laugh and a great lunch! Stop in for lunch, you will love it!!

Good, yummy, greasy food. 10/10 recommend. Italian beef was loaded with meat. Wings were not dry…read moreand really good. Just wish the patty melt's burger meeat had more meat but it was really good.

Two things you must know; they offer seating and my review is 4.5 stars (thanks Yelp)…read more We were in the area and wanted something local. We saw the good reviews and thought it sounded good. We weren't disappointed. While it isn't fancy (would you expect a "take out" place to be fancy?), it has a functional seating area. More importantly, it has a menu offering a little bit of everything. Therefore, no one in your group can say they don't see something they like. My dining partner went with the chicken Parmesan sandwich and onion rings. The rings were tasty and my partner barely finished the large sandwich. They said they would get it again. I went with the Hot and Sweet Philly sandwich and fries. The sandwich lived up to its billing. The fries were top notch. While the price for a quick lunch was a little higher than average, it was very good. The service was top notch. Friendly and accommodating, the workers made us feel welcome throughout our visit. If we get back to the area, we will "sit in" at the "take out" again.

Butterbird, I'm honestly offended we found you this late into our Madison trip…read more This place was an absolute 10/10 across the board! Vibes? immaculate. Service? incredible. Food? life-changing fried chicken, cheese curds, and cocktails that I'm still not over. Environment? somehow cozy and cool at the same time. This is the kind of place that feels way too unique to ever become a chain... which is devastating news because I desperately wish there was one in Kansas City. And honestly, that's probably why it's so special. It feels deeply Madison in the best way- intentional, high quality, and focused on doing their thing really, really well. Also, shoutout to Ian, the manager, who was amazing and made an already great experience even better with trinkets! Anyway, if you need me, I'll be emotionally processing the fact that we only got to eat here once. Can't wait to come back!

Well, if you like fried battered chicken skin drenched in mediocre barbecue sauce this is the place…read morefor you. If that doesn't suit you, perhaps a sandwich of rotisserie chicken where the combined depth of the bread is roughly six times the height of the chicken. On a positive, the kids liked it and the cheese curds were tasty, if you crave the fried fat delicacy of Wisconsin. If I were to return and, in all seriousness, I would if others in the group persisted; I would order the chicken tenders where you are able to define where the chicken begins and the batter ends. Oh, the staff is a real positive and the decor and service outstanding. Games are available to play. The staff picks up the tables instead of you and everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves.