Golden Bowls inspired by street markets around the world.
Inspired by vibrant street markets from Bangkok to the Mediterranean, AUREUS is a fast casual restaurant in Madison serving bold global bowls designed for modern dining.
AUREUS IN MADISON
AUREUS is a fast casual restaurant in Madison, Wisconsin specializing in globally inspired bowls. Known for turmeric rice, grilled proteins, fresh vegetables, and signature sauces, AUREUS delivers bold, balanced meals designed for quick lunch, dinner, and everyday dining.
GOLD BOWLS
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GLOBAL FLAVOR
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SIGNATURE GOLDEN SAUCE
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BUILT TO CRAVE
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GOLD BOWLS • GLOBAL FLAVOR • SIGNATURE GOLDEN SAUCE • BUILT TO CRAVE •
HOW WE BUILD
Built Around Flavor
Every AUREUS bowl starts with the same foundation:
Golden rice
fresh vegetables
bold sauces
From there, each bowl brings a different flavor profile inspired by street food from around the world.
Balanced, vibrant, and built to keep you coming back.
THE SIGNATURE
AUREUS Gold Sauce
Every AUREUS bowl is finished with our Gold Sauce — a creamy garlic sauce balanced with lemon, warmth, and subtle heat.
It’s rich without being heavy, bright without being sharp, and designed to bring everything together.
It’s what makes an AUREUS bowl unmistakable.
Golden Bowls.
Global Street Food.
Signature Gold Sauce.
THE MENU
Golden Bowls
AUREUS servers globally inspired bowls in Madison, built with bold sauces, fresh ingredients, and balanced flavor.
AUREUS Golden Fire Chicken
Charred spiced chicken, golden rice, crisp cabbage, cucumber, pickled onion, crispy chickpeas, finished with Gold Sauce and Fire Chili Sauce.
Korean BBQ
Golden rice, caramelized beef, kimchi, pickled cucumbers, sesame, and gochujang glaze.
Mediterranean Falafel
Crispy falafel, golden rice, cucumber, herbs, pickled vegetables, finished with tahini and lemon.
Sunfire
Roasted seasonal vegetables, fresh herbs, citrus, and crispy elements.
GLOBAL STREET FEATURE · MEXICO
Al Pastor
Charred pineapple, lime slaw, pickled onion, lime crema
MORNING
Breakfast Bowls
A lighter, brighter start to the day — built with the same balance of flavor and texture. Fast, flavorful breakfast bowls in Madison designed for a quick start without sacrificing quality.
AUREUS Golden Sunrise
Soft eggs, golden rice, crispy potatoes, fresh herbs, finished with Gold Sauce.
AUREUS Morning Roast
Golden rice, soft eggs, crispy potatoes, AUREUS meatloaf, fresh herbs, and our signature Gold Sauce.
GLOBAL STREET FEATURE · MEXICO
El Desayuno
Soft eggs, golden rice, chorizo, pickled onion, cilantro, and lime crema.
AUREUS Street Classic
Soft eggs, potatoes, bacon or sausage, fresh herbs, finished with Gold Sauce.
Daybreak
Chili crisp sweet potatoes, golden rice, crispy chickpeas, pickled vegetables, fresh herbs, and bright citrus.
COMMUNITY
Rooted in Ingredients
AUREUS is rooted in fresh ingredients, bold flavor combinations, and simple preparation done well. We prioritize seasonal sourcing and work with local suppliers in Madison whenever possible to keep our menu vibrant and evolving.
AUREUS
AUREUS Built on Food People
Bold flavors. Balanced bowls. Consistency in every bite.
Simple, done right.