Blog
Darlene Murphy
8 min read
January 29, 2025
Have you ever been in a spot where you needed to organize a group meal for a fairly large group but couldn’t find enough healthy options? Well, if you find pleasure in organizing team outings, or fun playdates, but are not willing to forgo healthy food, Forage Kitchen is exactly what you’ve been looking for!
We are a community-driven dining space and a health-conscious restaurant that got our start in downtown Madison. We believe in bringing the joy of flavorful food to the Midwest without taking a chance on its wholesomeness. By supporting local farmers, and using farm-fresh produce in our food, we aim to make your gut happy, and your heart full!
With us, you can plan brunches or fun meetups of all kinds with friends and family, and be guaranteed a great dining experience. Whether you are out on a frolicky day with your little ones, ordering lunch for the office, or just catching up with workout buddies outside the gym, visit us and we shall make it a memorable one!
Here are five reasons why Forage Kitchen should be your next group dining choice:
When planning any group meal, the first thought you have must be about making sure everyone enjoys the menu — even the fussy eaters. The next checkbox would be the vibes of the place. It should be airy, relaxed, and friendly.
Office cubicles can sometimes get overwhelming. So why don’t you take your workmates out to a relaxing meal at your nearest Forage Kitchen? Our dining spaces are designed to get you relaxed and the creative juices flowing.
Every victory with your team reflects the effort and dedication you put in. Forage Kitchen is here to fuel that journey. Packed with enriching protein and customizable to include your favorite ingredients, our food is designed to support your active lifestyle. Our menu is crafted for athletes and fitness enthusiasts, featuring wholesome options like roasted chicken, nutrient-packed salads, hearty soups, grain bowls, fresh greens, and more. We’re all about experimenting with flavors, so you’ll never have a dull moment with us!
It is rightly said that the fondest memories are when gathered at the table. The food on the table can go a long way in setting the mood. With Forage Kitchen, you can be assured of a welcoming atmosphere with a fine combination of tasteful dining and quality time. Our locations are studded with fun places in the vicinity, and we can become your go-to take-outs for little picnics in the park!
Healthy dining is no longer limited to boring greens! Our menu offers a variety of bowls, salads, appetizers, proteins, grains, soups, wraps, and even refreshing kombucha — all designed to scintillate your taste buds. Your dietary preferences are our priority!
Many folks are now turning to sustainable food, and if you too are conscious of where your food comes from, fret not, because we at Forage Kitchen indeed forage for quality, locally sourced fresh produce. We support our local farmers, ensuring fair prices and good food on the table.
Our seasonal bowls ensure overall coverage of nutrition by incorporating all seasonal flavors and ingredients. The latest bowls feature organically grown winter squash from Flynn Creek Farms. If you are not a fan of our curated bowls, try a “Build Your Own Bowl” and customize your salad or grain bowl creation.
Our kids' menu offers small portion sizes, and options to customize ingredients according to your tiny tots’ palette. Desserts like cookies and drinks like fizzy, fruity Tepache would keep them interested in the food, making life a tad bit easier for the moms and dads!
While we offer healthy non-vegetarian options with chicken, fish, and bacon, we cater to vegan and gluten-free diets too! Our grain bowls, soups and wraps, and greens contain all the local ingredients your body needs, and we are more than happy to make modifications to accommodate your reasonable special requests.
With holidays and family vacations speckled across our calendars, Forage Kitchen offers you convenient spots to start, pause at, or conclude your trips and outings.
With parks and other attractions — like the Arboretum, Olbrich Park, Tenney Park, and more — near our locations, we are a great stop-by place to fuel up for your fun days out. While our ambiance is nothing short of warm and welcoming, we are also the perfect spot for quick refreshments amid your holiday or fun plans.
Forage Kitchen is the perfect stopover before a strenuous hike, to fill you up with the necessary nutrients and energy for all adventures. Your group outings with kids and the elderly can now be devoid of sodium-packed fries and sugary drinks.
A community-driven endeavor that promises to be a fun place to eat, Forage Kitchen caters to and hosts all kinds of events. Our catering services are combined with a diverse and healthy menu.
Our food, people, and the place offer more than a dining experience, you’re part of the Forage community. Even if you are a first-timer at Forage Kitchen, there are endless possibilities to connect with like-minded people and foster bonds that strengthen over food and conversation.
If you are part of the local arts community and have hungry artists or performers, fuel their creativity with a lunch or dinner from Forage Kitchen. Delicious and healthy bites are perfect for your next gallery night event, too!
Your events, parties, and meets just got a whole lot simpler! With Forage, you can plan events from scratch and take advantage of convenient options like pre-ordering, flexible seating, hassle-free parking, and online ordering.
You can place a catering request via our form or order take-out, while easily reordering favorites and enjoying rewards for our repeat customers.
Happiness can come in various group sizes. Seating areas vary by restaurant location, but just let us know what you need and our Forage Kitchen team will do our best to come up seating that accommodates your guests and caters to all their dietary and other needs.
Our stores are accessible to all. Just like our food wins your hearts, your guests will have the time of their lives, right from the moment they arrive. With convenient parking and easy access to entrances, Forage Kitchen delivers good times.
Anyone can serve food but only a few can craft experiences. We await your arrival at our stores and are experimenting, learning, and improving to extend warmth and health to all who come into our lovely fold. So why wait? Visit Forage Kitchen with your group and experience the difference!
Darlene is the co-owner of Forage and an expert in restaurant and food marketing, brand development, and public relations for small businesses. She specializes in creating compelling marketing materials, including ad copy, websites, and catalogs, to help brands connect with their audience.
