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.

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!

I had the pleasure of visiting Lakeside Street Coffee House yesterday. Overall a great experience…read morefrom friendly customer service, beautiful outdoor seating, and good food and coffee for a total of 35.87. We ordered the Pesto melt and the Chipotle melt with side salads along with an iced mocha and house coffee that were served up fairly promptly. The sandwiches were great and the side salad too has a special maple vinaigrette. We sat outside and enjoyed a nice view of the late and the patio is dog friendly so we got to see plenty of cute pups too!

The word I would use to describe this place is eclectic. Theres a lot going on with this place…read more There's five different places to sit at, two of which are outside. You can sit inside at the main room or head downstairs where it's more private and comfy and then there's the quiet wine bar off to the side. Lots of mismatched new and antique furniture with old wooden plank floors. Parking is limited as there are only four spots behind the place and street parking otherwise. No drive up window either. They do offer some breakfast sandwich choices, but there were no croissants or other pastries to choose from besides one scone. I got the ham and cheese sandwich and enjoyed the crunchy ciabatta roll it came on. The coffee here is as good or better than Starbucks, so they get that important part of the formula right. When you finish your order and run your credit card, the tip screen will be waiting for you or add to the tip jar. The prices are reasonable and the service is friendly with free Wi-Fi. This is a nice place to sit and visit, but not if you're in a morning rush. On some weekends they actually have some live music. Ten informative photos for more insight.

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!

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.

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.

best raisin crossiant roll , that texture is PERFECT woah…read more inexpensive drinks and lots of bread

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!!

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.

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.

The best REAL Philly cheesesteaks in Madison! Rolls straight outta Philly-the best!…read moreThe rest of the menu looks great and the hand cut fries were awesome. Friendly service and owner was super nice! We will be back often and looking forward to trying more.

I have been driving by Stadium Takeout for a couple years saying to myself "I really have to try…read morethst place." So today I did. I ordered a Donfather, a regular chopped cheese and a regular Philly. They were all outstanding! They have fancy variations on the chopped cheese and the Philly but I wanted a baseline sampling. Well, Ill be back. Great stuff.