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.

Cafe Hollander in Hilldale is hands-down one of Madison's best spots for beer lovers and burger…read morefanatics alike. Let's start with the beer program, because it's genuinely something to behold. There is a menu just for beers, imports, and craft picks. My favorite are all the delirium beers they have :). The Sconnie Burger and Luxemburger are local favorites. The vibe pulls it all together in a cozy, European-style place with a great rooftop patio for warmer months and a lively beer den downstairs. Staff are very attentive. Highly recommend!

Easily got a reservation last minute for 2 adults +2 kids. The place looks huge and we sat outside…read moreon the side which was perfect because there was a play area by the mall that the kids played around while my husband and I enjoyed a few moments of peace. Lot of varied food options and amazing prices especially from the kids menu. Friendly service as well.

5 stars because these sandwiches were stellar…read more I had the classic 2.0 with the addition of sweet pickled peppers and my SO had the turkey sandwich and we loved them both. The turkey was a hot sandwich while the classic was a cold. The location itself is small, feels like a hole in the wall bar with great cozy vibes. We were lucky enough to bike over on a nice day and so we sat in the outdoor space which is also small but got the job done before we were back on our bikes with happy bellies. We will definitely be revisiting so we can try more of the menu!

I thoroughly enjoyed myself here, that being said, on par with some of the lower reviews - they did…read morerun out of the pork belly sando, they charge for everything extra, and service was pretty slow. But if you were open to just having a nice casual dinner in a retro easy place, this is it. My fiance and I went to meet up with some friends from out of town and from a list of places I wanted to try, they chose this one. Between the two of us, we spent about $60 for this meal, which I suppose now adays is on par with what you can get away with. We also left with half a sandwich because honestly, these guys are huge! -Hot Beef Sando with Cheese (extra): this was a massive sandwich, packed with flavor. The ah jus was on the side and needed for dunking. It hit the spot, was a messy affair, but was very good. The meat wasn't melt in your mouth, it was actually quite dry, but the mix of everything together and the dip made it good overall. - Chili Cup: well spiced, super small cup and charging a dollar for each addition of onion, cheese, and sour cream is murder. Pass on the fixings, the soup doesn't need it, but it's not something i'd get again as it wasn't knock out of the park good. -Homemade Orange Soda: this was great. I love the nostalgia of using Tang and it was more earthy because they put some spices in it. Overall, would get again. -Coleslaw was asian inspired and made well, especially with the mint on top. Be warned though, its the same slaw on the pulled chicken...which speaking of: -Pulled chicken sandwich: It's their meat americanized fusion version of a banh mi. I know they have a vegan one on their menu, but this one felt less like a sandwich. The spices weren't quite asian tho and was interesting with the slaw. I wouldn't say it was my favorite but I did eat a whole half. Happy nomming!

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.

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!

I stopped by to buy some beef. This is a small neat store. I got a pound of of ground beef for…read moreabout $9 and a boneless ribeye steak for about $26 per pound. Both were really good. There was chicken in the freezer. I think the beef is the best thing to get from here, that too get the beef from display. There is more beef in the freezer, but I didnt find that as good as the one in the display. There were some other boutique items like expensive salt.

Our favorite butcher shop in Madison. Excellent selection and everything we've ever brought home is…read moreexcellent. Also the people working in the shop are friendly and help with questions.

Bagels Forever is a Madison staple! Not to mention they have a wide selection of bagels and bagel…read moresandwich options at a very reasonable price! This establishment is one of my favorite spots to visit along university Ave and the service is excellent. I have been coming to this bagel shop for years and it always lives up to its to the standard (and taste!). Bagels Forever is always clean and the staff are always friendly, plus I am almost always guaranteed to run into a familiar face!

The most stand out thing about Bagels Forever is the DRAMATICALLY lower than average prices…read more Breakfast sandwiches with egg and meat are under 4 dollars. Bundles of 2 dozen bakes and cream cheese come out to under a buck a bagel. The bagels themselves have appropriate chewy texture and shine on the crust. They are modestly sized. My BLT was packed with flavor. There is no place to eat in the shop.

First time trying cheese curds and they were wonderful. The sriracha sauce was delicious and a bit…read morespicy. Bartender recommended the Patty Melt and did not disappoint. Finally, the Krombacher beer was delish. Excellence service and great food.

Visited Sweet Home Wisconsin while in Madison and popped in for lunch. The place had the vibe of a…read morelocal neighbourhood hangout, with a laid-back, chill atmosphere and equally relaxed service. I had the House Bleu Salad, and the blue cheese added a nice depth of flavour. We also tried the grilled cheese with tomato soup, as well as the patty melt with fries -- both were okay, but nothing particularly stood out. Overall, a casual neighbourhood spot that's perfectly fine if you're in the area, but probably not a destination I'd go out of my way for. Saluti.

First time coming here, my wife suggested this place to me since we wanted to place to eat at that…read morewas local to Madison. I was not expecting the Mad Rabbit Cafe to be small but it's not that bad because this place was busy and all the seats were filled so we had no issue taking our meal out to eat. I got this incredible wrap and I can only eat it's halfway through because it was so filling. You really get your money's worth out of this place too. Staff here was very friendly, the theme of this place inside with all this rabbit art and Aesthetics make this place really stand out. The bathrooms are a bit dim and outdated but all in all it's worth checking out

One of the best vegan buffalo chicken sandwiches I've ever had !! The loaded fries were also so…read moregood, and the house made cashew cheese

Cheese curds were amazing!…read more I had roast chicken, it was good. Moist and sauce was good. I would have e liked a vegetable with the dish - it came with mashed potatoes but no veggies. Atmosphere spot on!!!

So happy they make delicious no-caffeine cappuccinos. The space and vibe were both comfortable. It…read moremakes for a truly lovely place to stop and have a coffee.