The Hidden Chickpea

"Had a very positive experience at The Hidden Chickpea from start to finish. We were lucky to have found street parking and was attended to right away as soon as we got there. We started off with their hummus and pita which was fresh and definitely a good starter. I love that the amount of lemon and dill gave the hummus some freshness. We also had the MAD burger which was good and really tasted like real meat; loved that it came with the rosemary fries. From the establishment’s name alone I knew i had to try whatever was “chickpea” on the menu lol and opted to get their roasted parmesan chickpea. It was soo good and flavorful! the vegan parm, basil and garlic was blended so perfectly that it really gave that boost of flavor. It was quite filling too. for drinks we tried their passionfruit lemonade. Hubster was not a big fan but I actually liked it! lol I was happy to have tried a new vegan spot thats actually enjoyable and worth the trip."

"It's been a while since I had vegan food and was looking forward to trying out this restaurant. When I arrived I parked on the street nearby. I walked into a cute restaurant and was greeted. The guy that took my order was super nice. I ordered the hot "chicken" sandwich with an iced tea to go. It took about 10 minutes. When I dug in the sandwich was very good. It was made with mushrooms, and it didn't taste like it. The flavors were delicious! I had a really good experience."

"AMAZING! This new gem is amazing. Customer service A+. My daughter goes to Drew, which the nice gentleman picked up on, and there's a discount for the students. He forgot bc he was engaged in conversation with us, but to make it up, he gave a free dessert. #1 that was amazing he owned up to his mistake. The food was delicious, flavorful, and nice portions. I'm not vegan or vegetarian, but honey, that was so good it made me want to go back! Now the cookie we chose was amazing. I def had doubts but they did not miss with that! Can't wait to go back! Hope they are still open on Friday when I head up there. HIDDEN CHICKPEA WELL DONE!"

"Absolutely delicious. We had the Garbanzo Burger and the Philly cheesesteak with a kale side salad. So happy to have found this gem."

"Nestled in Madison, The Hidden Chickpea proved to be a charming escape on a rainy day. The cozy, modern, green-inspired ambiance, accompanied by fun music, set the perfect tone. Burger - MAD Burger ($14) had an explosion of flavors and textures! The clever use of two smashed Beyond Burger patties brought a unique twist to vegan burgers that I hadn't experienced before. The grilled marks on the bun added a delightful touch. The generous portion of tasty onion relish complemented the patties perfectly, and the melty vegan provolone was a delightful surprise. Kudos to The Hidden Chickpea for their creativity in crafting such an exceptional burger. Fries - The hand-cut fries are a delicious accompaniment, delivering a satisfying crunch and a piping hot serving, though slightly over-salted. Dessert - Gluten-free Chocolate Chip Cookie ($3.50): After a scrumptious meal, I couldn't resist trying their gluten-free chocolate chip cookie. Although it was slightly gritty in texture, it didn't deter my enjoyment of its rich flavor. Its ample size made it a delightful treat to end the meal with. The service at The Hidden Chickpea was equally commendable. Griffin, impressed me with his kindness, attentiveness, and patience, enhancing the overall dining experience. For some reason on this day I was nervous about going out to eat by myself. I almost drove away when I got there, but I'm so glad I went in. The Hidden Chickpea proved to be a gem in the Madison area, offering an inviting atmosphere, creative dishes, and wonderful service. I look forward to returning and exploring more of their delectable offerings on the menu."