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    4.9 (29 reviews)
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    Yolanda G.

    Happened to be in the area over the weekend. This place is a gem! While they have the classic drinks a mojito or Moscow mule. Their original drinks have a charm all on their own! The drink names are just as fabulous as the drinks themselves. My husband loved the Fifty Shades of Black, while I thoroughly enjoyed the Rhythm Nation. The service was quick and it's great setting to hang with friends. Cheers!

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    Julie D.

    From the outside Cordial seems like a dive bar, but don't judge a book by its cover. The inside is cozy and moody. The drink list includes NA and alcoholic beverages so everyone can hang out here. I ordered the Once Upon A Time in Mexico and it was really good! The black salt cut the sweetness of the coconut foam and pineapple and really rounded out the flavor. Prices were very fair especially for the drink quality. I recommend visiting here!

    Eric B.

    Check this place out. The cocktails are on point - hand and well crafted. If you're wondering where this place is... it's the old "Rustic"... and that sign is still on the exterior of the building. But, don't worry the interior has been tastefully redone. If you're in the neighborhood, I recommend popping in and checking it out. I'll be back.

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    Tom S.

    Cordial has been on our list for a while now to check out! And we are so glad we did!! The cocktails are incredible!! The have a short menu with plenty of favorites The atmosphere is such a change from what you'd expect, you have to look past the rustic outside. It gives speakeasy vibes. The service is incredible! Very personable They also have a ton of events coming up, including Mixers and drag bingo. Definitely follow them on social media to stay updated. We will definitely be back!!

    What amazing little Place the atmosphere is great music. If you're ever in this area, check it out you won't be disappointed..
    David C.

    The most awesome Bar and bartender and owner are great looking for the outside and going in it surprises you. I hope to revisit in the future if you're ever in the area stop check it out.

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    Cristin N.

    Been on my list to try, and we stopped in before a Badger hockey game. Plenty of street parking, not crowded full of students, and overall great experience. The dark bar is pretty and the bartenders were just the right amount of chatty. Couple TVs so you don't miss any WI sports action but definitely not a sports bars. The espresso martini was so good. I am not even a big coffee person but it was balanced and flavorful and not syrupy sweet. The rest of my group enjoyed their drinks.

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    Becky V.

    We went to Cordial for the first time on the Friday after Christmas and loved it. The drinks were amazing and well priced and service was exceptional. The bar tender, Travis, was super friendly and fun. The ambience was laid back with chill vibes. We tried a number of drinks and all were delicious. The food espresso martini and army and navy were the crowd favorites. Highly recommend!!

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    Bobb S.

    A very nice upgrade to the former Rustic Tavern. Parking can be kinda tricky as their is no dedicated lot but plenty of street parking around the area. Classy creative cocktails. Awesome bartenders. And I refined interior which would make a great date night stop or just a place to hang on a random Wednesday evening. We need more cocktail bars like Cordial in Madison. I'll be back.

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    Victoria K.

    Cordial is a great place to watch the game for those of us who want chairs while we cheer on the Badgers to victory! Regent Street is for 20-30 year olds. The Cordial is for 40-50 year olds that are still Badger hard core fans!!!!

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    A great place for a drink. Classic Madison tavern on the outside, cool laid-back vibe inside. My marg was spot on and not from a mix.

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    2 years ago

    Wait a minute.... They serve a small food menu now and it's actually delicious. This is kind of a game changer.

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    3 years ago

    We've been to the Cordial a couple times now. Excellent drinks; soft, cozy surroundings; and great bartenders.

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    4 years ago

    Simply a top notch cocktail bar. Creative drink menu and the bartenders are fantastic at what they do. Great spot in Madison.

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    3 years ago

    Tastiest and most consistent cocktails in town. Super chill atmosphere. Inventive drinks that change regularly. I'm here way too much!

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    3 years ago

    Friendly and funny bartenders, very chill and serene vibe, yet classy also gave us a recommendation for where to go next - thaaaanks!

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    4 years ago

    Great new place to the Madison night life! Great feel to the space and good cocktails! Will definitely add to the stops.

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    Every drink that was poured looked more fun than the last. We tried a few and can't wait to test drive the whole menu.

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    The staff is always great, friendly, and welcoming, and parking has never been an issue, which is a huge plus.

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    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!

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    I was so excited to try this place and I must have great intuition because it was ammmmmazing…read more Don't think twice- just go! Heavenly food.

    It was our first time here, so we asked for seats at the bar, which looks directly into the…read morekitchen. We had so much fun, and we could see that all of the staff were also having a good time. Nothing but positivity, and it transfers into each and every delicious dish! We absolutely loved the complimentary cheese puffs (Gougeres). It was the perfect start to a fantastic meal. I enjoyed a starter of beet, walnut and cheese tart, and my dining partner thought his French Onion soup was stellar. I chose Monkfish stew for my main dish. It was incredible....silky, savory broth with melt-in-your-mouth monkfish plus tender shrimp and asparagus. The bread served with the stew was so delicious to soak it all up. My dining partner thoroughly enjoyed his Bistro steak with king trumpet mushrooms. The mushrooms were so elevated and so delicious. We shared a side of charred carrots and thought very highly of them, too. We closed out our epic meal by sharing one slice of Gateau Basque cake. It was served with a side of a tart cherry compote, and together this dessert was perhaps THE BEST dessert outside of France. Incredible! Sitting at the bar, our server was bartender Nina W. She was entertaining and didn't mind all of our ongoing questions. She added a another level of true enjoyment to our experience. Just as we were finishing up our dining experience the orchestrating chef stopped over to introduce herself. Once Annemarie said her name, I knew she was one of the founders of Lallander and next-door Bloom Bake Shop, having been a customer ever since their first bakery in Middleton. I told Annemarie how impressed we both were with the food, and how all the staff seemed so happy. She said something like a restaurant is only successful with good people. It seems she is keeping her people, and her customers, very happy.

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