Good Snacks Near the Capitol Building

By Aliyah Thompson, Fond du Lac

Did you know that today is National Snack Day? National Snack Day is a holiday that takes place on March 4th. In honor of National Snack Day, this article is about good snacks that you can get near the Capitol building in Madison. 

Most people would agree that some of the best snacks are desserts. So you might be wondering, where are some good places to get a dessert? One great place that is on State St. is Insomnia Cookies. This cookie shop is known to deliver cookies really late, until 3 am! So if you’re ever looking for a late night snack, Insomnia Cookies is your place! Insomnia Cookies has a lot of different types of cookies, from your typical chocolate chip cookie to a pina colada cookie. They even have gluten free and vegan cookies. Insomnia Cookies has a 4.5 star rating on Tripadvisor and many people say that they love the variety of cookies that Insomnia has to offer. 

If you’re looking for places that serve snacks that aren’t super sugary, Auntie Anne’s is a great option! This is a shop that sells all things pretzel! They serve soft pretzels, pretzel bites, and pretzel dogs, plus dips and drinks. Many people say that their original pretzel is the best, but if you’re looking to be more adventurous, they have many other flavors such as jalapeno or cinnamon sugar. Auntie Anne’s has a 4.5 star rating on Tripadvisor. 

Another great option for snack foods is Clary’s Gourmet Popcorn. Clary’s Gourmet Popcorn offers many different flavors of popcorn such as your traditional white, cheese, kettle corn and caramel, but they also have unique flavors such as peaches and cream, M&M, fruity flavors, and nuts. All of their popcorn is gluten free, and they have a few vegan options. Clary’s Gourmet Popcorn has a 4.8 star rating on Google Reviews, and many people say that they have the best, most delicious popcorn. 


If you’re looking for a healthier option, Pure Green is a great place for you! They serve freshly made juices, smoothies, acai bowls, and more. Pure Green is a good place to eat at for a snack or breakfast. They have a variety of flavors for their smoothies such as a coffee or a banana nut. Pure Green has a 4.4 star rating on Google Reviews, and many people say they have fantastic smoothies. 

Whether you are looking for a salty snack, a sweet snack, or a healthy snack, there are many businesses near the Capitol that have great options to satisfy your cravings.  So in honor of National Snack Day, stop by one of these places and enjoy a delicious snack today!