We went here for lunch before a game and everyone loved their food. It is very comfortable and…read moreservice was fantastic, really friendly and responsive. We had called in advance for reservations since we had a large party which is a good idea. They have a great menu including some great beers on tap (I had a blue moon, but others enjoyed local choices. Then we started out with some fried cheese curds. I am not a big fan of cheese curds, but these were delicious with a light bread coating and fried perfectly. For my main course, I ordered the Nashville which includes spareribs and brisket (on Texas toast). They have some incredible sides where you could pick two--I had the corn muffins and the beans (but also tried the hush puppies which were also great. Really excellent barbeque. The ribs were cooked just right and had a really nice flavor. They have several choices for sauces you can add on the table and the sweet one worked great for me. Then as much as I liked the ribs, I absolutely loved the brisket. Great flavor and it just melted in my mouth. Then both sides were outstanding, the corn muffins were so good. Everyone loved their sides. The portions were really generous also. Nobody finished and everyone loved it. Definitely worth a trip!

Ordered take-out for a party of 9 on Saturday, 9/12. Fantastic choice! Something for everyone, even…read moreour lone non-meat eater. All the packaging for travel was superior, the staff was attentive and super friendly, enjoyed the atmosphere & clean restrooms during our short wait for pick-up. The brisket was phenomenal, chicken & ribs both fall-apart delectable. We sampled a variety of yummy sauces. Everyone loved the Mac N Cheese and we're a tough crowd. Hubs loved the cornbread muffins and I was impressed with the perfectly creamy cole slaw. Plenty of leftovers that we polished off the next day. Would return, maybe to add some seafood next time!

Great food and amazing atmosphere. Staff is always pleasant and helpful. The old fashions are great.read more

Serviceable is what comes to mind. We had appetizers and dessert at the bar with drinks…read more I wouldn't order a mixed drink here again. The drinks are not well crafted tempura were not. The Manhattan was served on the rocks and simply was rye poured out of the bottle into the glass with a splash of vermouth. The old fashioned prepared in the same way. Bourbon on the rocks with a splash of some sort of premade mix. Oysters were ok, a bit fishy smelling but we ate in the Midwest. Desserts were definitely the highlight although pretty small, not suitable for sharing.

The interior eating area was very clean and well maintained by the friendly staff! Food-wise the…read morechicken tenders came out fresh and hot. They were seasoned beautifully and I'll definitely be back to this specific Popeyes location :)!

Okay, to start, I go here because it's close by and a like their chicken. That's the only good…read morething I'll say about this restaurant. The service is an absolute disaster. I haven been here there time around the lunch hour. The first time there was a sign saying they didn't open until noon. The next two times, the service was incredibly slow. Both times, it took them like 15 minutes to serve my carryout order of one chicken sandwich. They didn't seem to have nearly enough people working to handle the lunch "rush." Note: it wasn't even that crowded. So in the future, if I'm craving that chicken sandwich, I'll drive the extra 10 minutes dowqn to the East Washington Ave. location. I've never had a problem there.

Smashburgers done right! I am extremely happy to report that Settle Down Tavern perfected their…read morecraft, rather than just blindly jumping on the trend for the sake of saying it's on the menu. Settle Down has patties that are smashed to a lacy, crisp, well-browned perfection. Points also given for high quality beef that is well-seasoned. Both times, I ordered a Good Idea (a great idea, if you ask me). A simpler combination of meat, cheese, grilled onions, pickles, and sauce. Everything goes together fantastically and stays in perfect balance. I happily devoured it both times, and would have asked for a second if I was feeling especially ravenous. That said, for me, one burger is enough to no longer be hungry, but also won't make me chock-full. Another thing at Settle Down I enjoy is the different varieties of pickled goodies. These all taste fresh and house-made, with that little bit of magic touch not found in commercially manufactured items of the same name. The chocolate chip cookie also should not be slept on: it is warm, wonderfully chocolatey without going overboard, and had that little sprinkle of salt that elevates it to the next level. Outside of food, I was able to try some of their non-alcoholic beverages, and both times they were a hit. They are tasty, interesting and unique (celery lemonade, anyone?) Love that they aren't necessarily sugar bombs, nor do they use Ritual brand n/a spirits that taste like industrial de-greaser. The service here is very good. Staff is friendly and fairly attentive. On my second visit they were absolutely slammed and shorthanded, but still working as fast as possible to get everyone fed. Finally, there is the question of value. Given the price of everything, and the quality of the product, I feel that Settle Down Tavern delivers an excellent value. It may not be quite as cheap as fast food, but a massive upgrade for a few more dollars. Final verdict: Among many flops, Settle Down is one of two smashburgers I've had that were done right. This, combined with great service and value leads to a winning proposition.

Stopped by for happy hour and ended up having a really enjoyable visit. Everything came out…read morequickly, and the staff was attentive without making us wait around. The drinks were also really good and made the stop worth it. Happy hour here is definitely worth checking out if you're looking for a casual place to grab a drink and relax. Also like that they let you fill out a post card and will mail it out for you, such a cute extra little fun thing we did.

we loooove a good tasting menu + wine pairing! delectable offers fine dining on fridays and…read moresaturday nights & cooking classes during the week! not quite as intimate of a dining experience as nook but is along the same line. we got a reservation at the bar a week before so doesn't seem overly difficult to obtain. the menu switches up about 4x a year depending on the season. the chef and sommelier here did an excellent job introducing each dish/drink, and the wine pairings were chosen well!!! I love that you can see them prepare each of the dishes on the screens by the kitchen. excellent service as well, staff did a great job at taking away dirty plates/glasses and replacing accordingly. I also thought each round was spaced out well so that I was never waiting for too long or had too little time to eat. There was a blindfold round where we had to rely on just taste & touch to figure out what we were eating which was both silly and fun (we found out what we were eating at the end and got some more as a gift to go). my personal fav of the meal was the sun meadow chilean sea bass!!! the sun meadow oil is a perfect dupe of butter and melted straight into that sea bass, paired with crunchy capers on a bed of creamy whipped goodness. All of the sauces were done extraordinarily well, especially that under the braised leeks!!! the tuna tartare was my bf's fav - crunchy toppings with fresh tuna on avocado in a spicy, asian inspired sauce. we were less impressed by the raviolo and steak entrees but still good (the chili oil on the raviolo kinda threw me off). the intermission was nice as a brief break to shop around and purchase things at a discount. overall, pricy meal but definitely a whole experience (3 hours long that is!). would highly recommend trying this out if you also enjoy fine dining experiences. I personally wanna come back to try their wednesday night burgers soon!!

I visited DelecTable in Madison for a multicourse chef's tasting experience. The restaurant leans…read moreheavily into the idea of dining as an experience, leaning into the European way of dining - that is, you have the table for the night." Think dining as the entertainment and the social experience, not shoveling it in and table turnover for tips. With creative presentations, themed courses, and a strong emphasis on sensory elements, the team puts a lot of thought and passion into crafting something unique. The multicourse meal offered a wide range of flavors and techniques--some dishes were genuinely impressive, others more about the concept than the taste. The pacing was smooth, and the staff was warm, knowledgeable, and clearly invested in making the night feel special. It's the kind of place where you sit back and let the experience unfold. That said, for me, it landed in the category of "worth doing once." The evening was fun and distinctive, but more of a special-occasion outing than a spot I'd return to regularly. If you enjoy immersive dining or want something out of the ordinary, it's definitely worth trying at least once.

Ordered pickup from here on a Friday night before the rush. We ended up getting there early enough…read morethat we decided to stay and eat there, as tables were open. Online ordering was very easy and the food was ready right on time! We got the smoked pork shoulder sandwich platter with coleslaw and corn bread bites and the spicy chicken breast sandwich platter with baked beans and Mac & Cheese. The buns they use for these sandwiches are a great texture and hold up well to the amount of meat and sauce that you want on a BBQ sandwich. It never felt soggy, which is rare around the area. The pork was flavorful with a very fine shred. I wouldn't say the chicken was spicy as said on the menu, but more peppered. The real star is the bbq sauce because it comes out warm and is thin enough to pour but has enough texture to stick to the meat. Went well with everything from the meats, to the Mac & Cheese, to the corn bread bites. The corn bread bites were the stand out side, kind of like a hush puppy. Would recommend at least one person in your group gets them. I even liked them topped with the baked beans. Overall, very tasty food and nice people working. After hearing so many great things about this place over the years, it's about time I got there. Lived up to all the hype!

Hands down the best BBQ in Madison! Ribs is what I love the most perfect every time! Chicken is…read moredelicious, sides I would go for the garlic mash or Mac & cheese. Great counter service. Friendly people too! Very cute all red & white like a picnic inside.

Crowded as expected but nice atmosphere, I got sat at the bar pretty quickly. The staff are super…read morekind and good at making conversation and being helpful. I got a cocktail and the 4-course. The cocktail tasted really smoky yet incredibly smooth. The fois gras mousse was kinda ok but also 4 small bites maximum. The salad proved that even basic vegetables can be perfected. The casonelli was one of my favorites dishes for sure. Extremely satisfying texture and flavor combinations. The pork collar was also pretty pretty solid with flavor combinations, and texture was a little chewy depending on how you cut it (in a good way). The dessert was not bad, to me it kinda reminded me of really fancy whipped cream on top of vanilla pudding. Would come back here again (if they weren't closing!)

Wandered into this restaurant with a group and enjoyed a lovely dinner!…read more We tried a few different cocktails, all of which were nice. We tried a range of dishes and some of the favorites included the lamb belly, the beet salad, and the duck breast. Many items were beautifully cooked, such as that duck and the octopus on top of the risotto. However, overall we felt that there were some missed opportunities for stronger flavors. There were many bites where I felt that everything was tasty but just missing the full flavor potential of such lovely ingredients. Service was perfectly fine and friendly and everything came fast once we ordered! I would certainly return for another visit and hope that this restaurant, which is clearly a community staple, takes some bolder flavor risks in the future!

We always have so much fun here! I've never had Ukrainian food, but everything here is always…read moreamazing and I love it now. We stopped in for drinks and dessert. They have a pretty big tap list. For food we tried the cottage cheese cheesecake. It was so good, really interesting combo with the cottage cheese and chocolate. But we loved it. Also, the holiday decorations were adorable. Service was really fast.

We rarely get to Madison. We were in Hurley and Ironwood and figured "close enough". Don't get too…read moreexcited, there's many reasons for us to wander around this town. I'd love to tell you we've been coming here for years, but, the truth is Yelp directed us here only nine months ago. This was our fourth visit and it just keeps getting better and better. They feature an impressive dining area and we appreciate the more than generous portions. I feel their prices are in line with the value. The folks here are sincere and really want you to enjoy their fare. I don't know how you couldn't, granted you pick the right thing. I tried Mrs. E's Stuffed Cabbage Roll and didn't care for it. She loved it. That's who you need to listen to regarding cabbage. Beef/Pork Dumplings (Pelmeni) is one of the greatest tasting appetizers, ever. They outdid themselves with the Chicken Kyiv and the Varenyky. The latter being my wife's favourite. A potato filled dumpling. Since she grew up eating cold Borsch we ordered the soup and let it go cold. What ya gonna do? 02/25

Best BBQ in Madison. The rib tips are my favorite but all of the meats are fantastic. I've been…read morecoming here for a few years now and the food is always on point.

Food truck at the park, it was Very good BBQ ribs, the sides i had were beans and slaw, the slaw…read morewas a bit runny for my liking.

Excellent food- We had the Friday Night Fish Fry & thought…read moreit was very high quality & the cod was flavored perfectly Wish I ordered a bowl of the gumbo soup (only ordered a cup) - it was fantastic Service was super friendly & polite We'll be returning

This restaurant immediately catches your eye with its vibrant and playful decor, both outside and…read morein. It's clearly designed with groups in mind, offering plenty of spacious seating that makes it perfect for gatherings and fun. Arrived right at opening (4:00 PM). While I wish someone had welcomed me when I first walked in and was looking for my party, the staff overall were very kind. Our server was especially helpful in guiding us through the menu. The flavors were fantastic across the board. The gumbo had a great taste, though I personally prefer a bit more body to it. The chimichanga was beautifully presented, like all their dishes, which easily score a 10/10 for visual appeal. It was tasty, but a bit heavy on the rice and could've used a touch more meat. Despite a few small critiques, the overall experience was enjoyable. Great ambiance, friendly service, and flavorful food make this a spot worth visiting--especially with a group!