Very flavorful, well-seasoned pork and chicken turnovers (empanadillas)! Excited to visit in person…read moresoon!

Visited Stella's Bakery while in Madison, Wisconsin. We enjoyed a lovely lunch on the back patio,…read morewhich made for a relaxed and enjoyable experience. Service was pleasant and friendly, and the food delivered. The Reuben was generously portioned and tasty, while the bacon, egg and cheese mini was equally satisfying. Overall, a charming spot for a casual lunch, with good portions, tasty food, and a pleasant patio to enjoy it on. Saluti.

We discovered Nanos Sweet Cafe, and it's quickly become one of my favorite spots in town! They have…read morethe best tiramisu I've ever had, so creamy and flavorful! The cappuccino was fantastic as well, just the right balance of rich coffee and frothy milk. I also tried the Kenefeh, and it was delicious! The flavors were spot on, nothing we had was overly sweet which was nice. I really enjoyed the background music! The owner is incredibly sweet and welcoming, which made the experience even better. I can't wait to go back and try more of their amazing desserts! Highly recommend checking this place out!

My friend took me out for my birthday and hinted there would be a surprise at the end. Knowing I'm…read morea huge tiramisu fan, she brought me to a new dessert spot in town. When we walked in, we noticed several tables, with only one other party enjoying their coffee. The atmosphere was not cozy like other cafes, coffee houses. A gentleman came over to take our order, and we saw the menu written on the wall. I decided on a banana date smoothie and a slice of pistachio tiramisu, while my friend ordered a fresh lemonade and a Mediterranean dessert. I debated getting the Dubai chocolate crepe, but the gentleman mentioned it would take 10-15 minutes to prepare, which felt surprisingly long given there was no one ahead of us. Ww picked up our food a few minutes after paying at the counter. The disappointment started with the banana date smoothie. It was extremely watered down--more like icy water, and I could barely taste banana or date. For $9, I couldn't help but wonder how much fruit was actually used. The pistachio tiramisu wasn't much better. While the edges were soft enough to eat, they were dry, and the whole thing was very frozen. When I mentioned this, the gentleman explained they had taken it out of the freezer three hours earlier. Honestly, it would be helpful if they told customers the tiramisu might still be frozen, or suggested other options if you plan to eat there but no warning was given. The lemonade was okay, and the Mediterranean dessert was bland until my friend added some syrup, which made it a bit better. All in all, I'm grateful my friend treated me, but we both agreed there's no need to return. The quality simply wasn't there, and the prices felt steep for what was offered. They offer Dubai chocolate bars but the price was ridiculous. I have had them in CA, NY and TX in 2024 and it looks like folks in Madison are now catching on this trend.

My husband and I went here recently because we wanted to try something new and it had decent…read morereviews. Well, we were not impressed. It was a cold day outside and it seems that they need to do some improvements in this place. We were freezing the entire time we were there. Actually had to eat with our jackets on! They had a space heater by our table but it put out zero heat! The place was also pretty dirty. Now for the food review...super basic and bland. Potatoes were kinda hard, omelet bland and pancakes seemed like they came out of a box. The staff was pleasant and the guy who delivered our food was very polite but unfortunately, that's not enough to encourage us to come back. We really expected more out of a place with "bakery" in its name. Super disappointing.

Soup is top tier!! Hubby said the chili was maybe the best he's ever had and my bacon potato soup…read morewas fantastic. The bread was delicious as well. Ordered via Doordash and arrived hot! Will be making this a regular stop for us.

So many yummy items to choose from... made it hard to choose. The almond croissant was delicious!!!…read moreChocolate croissant was also good. Morning bun was warmed up & perfect.

The moment you walk in, you're greeted by the warm, inviting aroma of freshly baked bread. We…read morepicked up a morning bun and blueberry coffee roll. The bakery is conveniently located right next to Culver's, and we found street parking. There were a few customers inside when we arrived, but the space felt relaxed. They offer a wide variety of breads baked fresh daily. Thiey have been around since 1959 and I've enjoyed their baked goods before, but this was my first time actually making a purchase myself!

Went here to grab dinner on a week night when it was way to hot to cook. There was only one other…read moreperson there so it was easy to grab a table after we ordered at the counter. A very friendly person took our order and gave some recommendations on the menu. We ended up getting the grab and go shrimp spring rolls, a taro milk tea, and the lemongrass chicken bahn mi. The bahn mi was the star and quite large. It was easy to split between two people. The bread was the perfect texture and the pickled veg was standout. Only complaint is that it's always hard to get a bite with meat and veg. The milk tea was fine, but I did like that you could pick the sweetness. Probably would not get the shrimp spring rolls again. The sauce was nice and was also good with the bahn mi, but the seasoning on the shrimp and in the roll made it feel a little less fresh than we hoped. Overall, worth a try and I'd go back for the bahn mi. I also want to try their purple sticky rice and maybe one of the curry specials. Feels like a good addition to this side of town.

Drinks were very nice and creative. There is a flavor for everyone. Clean environment with some…read moreindoor and outdoor seating. The staff were friendly when I stopped for lunch. I did order the lemongrass chicken bowl and got a bit of food poisoning/stomach issues from it. It could have just been an off day because everyone that got a sandwich was totality fine. I would not risk the chicken here.

Delicious steak tacos!! I opted for a flat white which was fine but the true standouts of the day…read morewere the deliciously juicy steak tacos. The tenderness of the steak was key and made the tacos some of the best tacos I've had in WI. The tacos also came with guacamole and cheese on top (no cheese on my order due to dairy restrictions) which I thought was a great value. The tacos were hearty and very filling and at $3.50, they were a pleasant bargain. I'll gladly stop in for food next time I'm in the Madison area!

Great food - Pupusas and sweet quesadillas that are similar to corn bread. They were busy today and…read morethe service was slow but we had a laid back morning plan so that was ok with us. Cozy ambiance but a bit loud if you wanted to focus or get work done. Small patio with three tables will be nice when summer is here.

Teddy Wedgers is the ultimate college food. The pasty's are delicious! I recommend getting a half…read moresize as they are very large and filling. I usually get their yummy chicken pot pie or pizza pasty but I strongly recommend asking for whatever special they have that day! They typically don't have a dessert on but on this day they had an apple pie pasty. I don't know if I would get it again. The service is great even though there's typically only one person manning the entire place. It's also worth mentioning that it's extremely small and more of a carry out place. You can take your pasty to go and sit around the beautiful capitol square to enjoy it!

This place has been here for decades and I am sure I have walked by it hundreds of times but never…read moregave them a try. Finally during the Art Fair on the Square we stopped in. Recently we were in the UP of Michigan where pasties are king and we tried the traditional beef version - I was less than enamored with the somewhat bland hand-wich! I understand its origin as a miner's lunch food but that doesn't make it tasty. So we gave the Madison version a try and this time went for the breakfast version with cheese, egg and bacon. It was much better and had more flavor than a traditional beef pie. Still it was just OK. I now understand why they had packets of hot sauces, etc. on the counter. It is a relatively inexpensive meal and it is filling.... Just not my thing.

Stopped in about 1pm after visiting the zoo. Fairly busy for a slow Thursday afternoon. Had a bowl…read moreof Jarre chicken and rice soup, which was fairly spicy and delicious. Also a pumpkin spice latte, which was also very good. Light on the pumpkin, which I appreciate, as it can be overdone. Sprinkled with nutmeg. Cute place and friendly service. Outside seating is always a plus.

A small, local café across the street from the Henry Vilas zoo. They offer both indoor and outdoor…read moreseating. There's a sandbox with toys for kiddos out on the patio. Inside offers a vibe with upbeat music. It's a great place to stop for lunch, a cold beverage, or a treat after your visit to the zoo. Order and pay at the counter, find a table and your food will be brought to you. The menu offers a variety of options from sandwiches to salads to hot entrées, etc. The service was really friendly and fast when I was there on a fall Saturday at lunchtime.