I genuinely think I'm nicer than the average tipper, so I try to be understanding when things don't…read morego perfectly. It took about 20 minutes for us to be greeted by our server. Fair enough, I can forgive a single mistake. Once we were greeted, our server seemed to realize that, for as nice of a place as this was, the wait while the restaurant wasn't busy (there was maybe five tables sat) really wasn't acceptable, so we were given a complimentary drink. After ordering bruschetta and a cheese board, I expected things to move a little quicker since they were two fairly simple appetizers. Our bruschetta and espresso martini arrived, and both were delicious and well worth the price; no complaints there. Unfortunately, our cheese board was forgotten. Since it was obviously missed, our very kind server offered us a complimentary espresso martini which was second complimentary beverage, which was delicious. Recognizing that the overall service had been subpar, our server also offered us a free dessert. We were given the crème brûlée, which was just okay and a little too sweet for my taste and also cold. All in all, considering how slow the service was despite there being very few tables, there were more delays and mistakes than there should have been. That said, our server did a good job of making up for it with the complimentary drinks and dessert. Overall, the food was decent and the view was great. I would come back for cocktails and appetizers, but probably not for a full meal. We still tipped well higher than average because our server was extremely apologetic for the sub-par service, and made up for it in comped orders. I expect better for the cost but appreciate the honesty with the service.

We had a great experience dining at Eno Vino Downtown last Saturday evening. The service from Abby…read morewas simply amazing, and it made the whole evening event so pleasant. We went there to celebrate the 50th birthday of a friend from New York who was in town for the art fair. Abby was attentive, with good recommendations. She's such a sweetheart. We really had a wonderful time chatting with each other and eating the great food. The mocktails were excellent, and we decided on 2 sets of their special - a two-to-tango meal. The dishes were very generously served and delicious. I would highly recommend Eno Vino Downtown for any celebration.

Our visit got off to a pretty disappointing start. When we walked in, we stood near the entrance…read morefor a while before anyone acknowledged us, so we eventually found a table ourselves. Someone later brought over cups, napkins, and silverware, but we still weren't given menus, so we grabbed those on our own. After sitting there for around 12 minutes without anyone checking on us or taking our order, we decided to move over to the bar. Thankfully, the bartender was much more attentive and welcomed us right away. While he was taking our order, another employee came over and asked whether someone had seated us. I explained that no one had, and that we hadn't even been acknowledged when we first arrived. The service at the beginning definitely left a bad impression, especially when there are so many other places nearby where we could go for food and drinks. The bartender did help improve the experience, though, so I bumped my rating up from what would have been a 1 star review to 3 stars.

Let's say this is definitely not starting on the right foot…read moreWe entered and stood at the door for a minute. Not a hello so we sat down He then came over and gave us cups with a napkin and silverware in it Then we got up and got our own menus and we continued to sit 12 minutes without anyone even talking to us We at this point moved to the bar. The bartender greeted us and got our order as he was doing so another guy walked over and asked if anyone seated us I said no we were not even greeted upon entering. This is definitely not a favorite place for me but my daughter and her friends come here on occasion I'd be okay if I never came back. To many great places for food/drinks around the capital to ever visit here again! The bartender actually changed my stars from 1 to 3

If you judge Lombardino's from the outside, you might not expect much. It looks like a place that's…read morebeen around forever, kind of unassuming, maybe even easy to overlook. But once you walk in, it's a completely different story. The service was excellent. Our server was friendly, helpful, and had actually been to Rome, which made the conversation more interesting and added a nice touch of authenticity. And the food? Way beyond what we expected. Everything was well done and felt like a real step up from what the exterior might lead you to believe. You can feel the history in this up close, the statue at the entrance of the Trevi Fountain almost pulls you in before you even realize what you're looking at. The detail is incredible, even with the wear and mineral buildup from years of flowing water, it actually adds to the character. Standing there, tossing a coin over your left shoulder, it's one of those moments that feels a little touristy... until you do it. Then it just feels right. Like you're taking part in something that's been going on for generations. Simple tradition, but a pretty cool one. This place is a bit of a hidden gem. If you haven't been, it's absolutely worth checking out.

Lombardino's was the fav of my wife and her then-husband 62 years ago. (they are searchable on…read moreAncestry). She and I returned with three others Aug 27 2026. As good as ever. Love the old Italiany ambiance. (not enuf 'Italian' music). Wife and I have been to the land of her mother's birth several times. We cook 'Italian' at home. All five pasta dishes were excellent. Eggplant, Chicken, summer veggie, buccatini, & Bolognese. Tiramisu was good but not great.

Stopped in with my daughter after touring UW Madison. The Queso fries were excellent and the tacos…read morewere delicious. So cool that they deviate from the usual "taco fare" ! Highly recommend

1. The server is not nice, discriminate us by trying to arrange us on a small table (I request…read morebigger table with soft booth, the server said small table for small group) while it was not busy at all, but let other same size group sit wherever they want. 2. The food is just tasted okay, most of them are premade and reheated, the meat in my burrito is even not heated all through. and they are salty, so easily get tired of food. good portion though. 3. the experiences are not good, so our first time would be our last time.

The Bar had such a wonderful vibe. The music was the perfect volume and the staff was friendly…read moreattentive. The food was quickly and expertly prepared. The nachos were a great appetizer. The steak frites were delicious. The bartender was still in training, however I thought she must have had a lot of experience. drinks were great. Food was great.

As someone also pointed out the huge plus to this hotel located place is it being competitive with…read moretheir prices when compared to other restaurants in the area. So if you are staying at the hotel you don't have to head outside if you wish for a drink or tavern food fare. It's right there and not costing the usual $5-$10 more for food per item. The menu is a little all over the map. It's Wisconsin so I get the commitment to cheese offerings but an Asian / American / cheese forward fusion seems a 'choice'. Someone looking for traditional will probably want to stick to the turkey sandwich or burger. I did very much enjoy the dumplings but just know it's 15 min to make. For me that was fine. I wasn't in a hurry. The service was great. Both bartenders work the tables also so just be patient with them if they are busy. When it's medium filled or empty the place is good for conversation. If the tables are all full be aware it will be loud as the space isn't very big. And if the hotel is hosting an event like a conference or wedding it's a bit of a zoo. Also note the room service menu matches what they serve.

Super chill spot, and the food was really good bar food. Surprisingly not busy. Only nitpicks were…read morethat the burger was a little expensive and the fries were a bit plain. Some of the best parts: kind staff, a bunch of our cheesecurds came together in one giant tasty cheese curd conglomerate (curdglometate?), and you get a free drink for posting food on social media. Highly recommend!!

Great friendly neighborhood bar with some cool colorful soccer memorabilia. Comfy booths, lots of…read moreTV's & a variety of options of eats & drinks. Fish fry is a real treat, perfectly seasoned breading & flakey fish. Fries crispy outside & fluffy inside. Onion rings were super yummy! Coleslaw was delicious, tangy, crunchy but a very small cup...I wanted more! Served with a wonderful slice of marble rye, wowed by the fresh hearty flavor. Great time, it is a dive bar so go in knowing this and you'll be fine! Enjoy

I rarely update a review after only six months but our recent experience at Everly warrants a…read morechange. We had a reservation in hand and arrived early. Since it was nice outside we opted to eat on the small patio which was nice. Our server was was very good and kept things moving. It was happy hour so we ordered two of their spritzes which were $6 each - they were both good (strawberry/ limoncello). Appetizers were supposedly $10 each during happy hour - we got the tempura veggies which were very good. We also got the chicken wings which we later found out when we got the bill that they were not considered to be an appetizer covered by the happy hour pricing (they should make this clearer on the menu.) The wings themselves were good but six wings for $18 was a ripoff. I get it that inflation is high but that is ridiculous... My wife got the fried chicken sandwich which was very dry. This was the same result last time we were here - I guess we should have read our review and avoided it. Overall it was just an OK experience - disappointing.

We found this absolute gem for Sunday brunch after seeing great reviews for their gluten-free…read moreoptions, and it did not disappoint. We made a 12:00 PM reservation, which was definitely necessary because the place was full. Right off the bat, our server asked if anyone had food allergies or dietary restrictions. When I mentioned I have celiac disease, he confidently assured me they could absolutely accommodate it, which immediately gave me peace of mind. I ordered a strawberry spritz and we shared the gluten-free donuts to start. A huge win for the celiac community is that they have a dedicated fryer, so we also safely shared the truffle fries. For our main entrees, I had the fried rice which was excellent. My husband ordered the skirt steak hash with gluten-free toast and loved it, though it is worth noting for others that it packs quite a lot of spice. Our server was incredibly knowledgeable and attentive regarding the allergy protocols. The overall service ran a little slow, but it was understandable given how slammed they were for the Sunday rush. As an added bonus, the restaurant has its own parking lot, making the logistics seamless. We will definitely be back and highly recommend this spot, especially fellow celiacs looking for a safe and delicious meal!

Really great spot for lunch specials & a quick bite to eat…read more Nice, new facility with indoor/outdoor seating. Close to Lake Monona & friendly service. Bloody Mary was pretty decent! came with some accoutrements but not full scale. (I'm a bit picky with my Bloody Mary and want ALL the fixin's!)

I've come here a few times for happy hour with co-workers, but never stopped in for dinner. We…read moredecided to come by for a Friday fish fry, and had a really great time. The old fashioneds were so good I just had to have a second one. I ordered the fried cod for dinner and that also was quite delicious. The fish had a nice and crispy coating on the outside and a yummy, flavorful inside. Definitely not dry, and I enjoyed my third piece as leftovers the next day - still good! My pup got a little piece as well and he most certainly approved. If I had a complaint, I would have loved a lemon wedge for the fish, but certainly not a dealbreaker. I'd definitely like to come back here for another fish fry. Staff is friendly, prices are reasonable, food/drinks are good.