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Bunky's Cafe

2827 Atwood Ave, Madison, WI 53704-5722
608-204-7004
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Ranked #2 of 531 restaurants in Madison
Dining options: Reservations
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- 9 May 2013
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Madison, Wisconsin
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16 reviews 16 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

This place has a good mix of Mediterranean and Italian food, including pizza, pasta and Moroccan dishes like the Kofta Brochette which is really really good according to my meat eating friends. As a vegetarian, there are many dishes I love here, like the okra stew. Gluten free pasta and pizza crust is available for those who want that. They... More

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Madison, Wisconsin
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43 restaurant reviews
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

Don't let the exterior fool you. Go inside! Bring a friend. The food was wonderful (had Chicken Schwarma lunch plate and it was enough for at least two people, even though I did eat the whole thing). Friendly service. Comfortable atmosphere. Will definitely need to go back -- plus, the desserts looked incredible (but did I mention I ate the... More

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7 restaurant reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

Bunky's is a funky little place on Madison's trendy east side. This is run by a Madison couple with great culinary roots. Teresa has deep Italian roots, and her husband Rashid's Mediterranean cuisine is amazing! Teresa's great grandfather had the original Bunky's and was the first restaurant in Madison to serve pizza. Highlights at Bunky's are the homemade pasta and... More

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Bethesda, Maryland
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15 reviews 15 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2013

Before we visited Madison, our cousin, who had previously visited, told us that we had to go to Bunky's and get "spaghetti on the board." We were intrigued, and made reservations. Spaghetti on the board consists of a delicious dinner of spaghetti and meatballs, garlic bread, a salad, a glass of wine (or soda for the kids) and a cannoli,... More

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Madison, WI
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32 restaurant reviews
39 helpful votes 39 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2013

Bunky's is a great find, with a Mediterranean/Italian menu, you're sure to find something for any taste. My personal favorite is the Chicken Schwarma, served with rice, pita, hummus and grilled veggies, it's enough for a couple of meals. My hubs' favorite is the chicken caesar salad, topped with marinated grilled chicken. Service is friendly and efficient, the owners are... More

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Racine, Wisconsin
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 March 2013

Great place for everyone's taste. Visiting our son at UWMadison, wanted to go somewhere different than pizza. Everything was great - be sure to order dessert! Son ordered lamb kabobs, daughter had spaghetti/meatballs, I had Chicken Marska, hubba had lasagna. Everyone loved what they had. Between Mediterranean and Italian, you can't go wrong.

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Appleton, Wisconsin
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2013

Came to town for an event at Olbrich Gardens. We took a chance on Bunky's. Phenomenal wait staff. The food was A+++.Bunky's pasta,lamb kabobs,chicken mushrooms with chipotle sauce. Plenty of leftovers. Great atmosphere. If you think decor is unique, check out the restroom! Definitely will return sooner than later!

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Madison, Wisconsin
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35 restaurant reviews
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 February 2013

This is my favorite restaurant in the Atwood neighborhood. Very creative menu, funky hipster vibe, and excellent service. I dream about their slow-cooked Mediterranean eggplant dish with couscous. Parking can be a pain, but it's sooooo worth it. Mmmmmm....

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Madison, Wisconsin, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2013

I'm a big fan of Bunky's...one of my favorite lentil soups in town and chicken kabobs are delish. Always a good experience in a cozy and eclectic environment.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2013

I've stopped at Bunky's several times- its located in the hipster neighborhood of Willy st. /Atwood Ave and the decor of the restuarant is really fun. I've eaten here several times and the food is excellent and the service was phenomenal! I'll definitely be back again

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