Madison sourdough made it to our list of places to visit by virtue of their morning buns, which I…read moreread about during my research for what to eat in the area. We stopped off on a Sunday morning before leaving Madison to head to the Dells. We were able to snag a parking spot on the street pretty much right out front of the place but I did notice that there seem to be a parking lot next-door. we were intimidated by the queue that had formed and was literally no exaggeration, "out the door". I wouldn't say that it moved quickly per se, but quick enough. The time spent on the queue is good for catching up on emails, some self reflection, or perusing the menus that they have stacked on the counter. We finally made it to the register. I ordered a ginger pistachio Matcha (iced of course, in this heat) and GF a banana something latte. The morning bun was fantastic. It almost reminds me of a cruffin. Maybe lighter? It wasn't overwhelming, it was flaky and delicate with a muffin-esque but lighter booty. A delightful breakfast snack. The matcha was out of this world. Such a unique and delicious flavor. It lasted two seconds. GF enjoyed her latte. It wasn't as sweet as I would have liked but for her, someone who doesn't like sweet coffee beverages, it was perfect. I can see why this place is so popular.

I'm always on the hunt for a good bakery and couldn't pass up the chance to visit Madison…read moreSourdough! From creative baked goods to yummy breakfast plates, this is a great stop if you're craving some comfort food or a sweet treat. The interior was cute with a casual vibe- we saw plenty of guests catching up with friends over brunch and others getting some solo work done over coffee. You order at the front, and although it was very busy, things moved pretty quickly. We tried the biscuit breakfast sandwich and hot coffee. The bacon and eggs on the sandwich were perfectly cooked, and I loved that it came with jam to balance out the savory flavors and rich cheddar. The biscuit itself was tasty but dry- I think a generous pat of butter and a bit more jam would have done the trick. It came with a tangy arugula salad that lightened up the meal nicely. The coffee was on the watery side but had a good flavor. I do wish we'd picked up some pastries or bread for the road, as I tried some of their sourdough on a sandwich at another local restaurant and it was absolutely delicious. Overall, we had a good experience and I would definitely stop by to try more of the menu!

OUTSTANDING. I had the mushroom bisque. Fam had Italian sausage gnocchi soup. All came with fresh…read morebread and a chocolate strawbeery. Will be back VERY soon

It's fine for a step up from Panera - had soup and salad and it's pretty good. The people that work…read morethere were super nice. I'd go again for sure if I was in the area.

The Globe is a part of my home. I don't usually write reviews, but the food they serve here can…read morecure a broken heart!! Truly soul food, and beyond that, the service is impeccable. It is constantly packed, but the staff and owners always tend to us and make sure our food is always the best quality. If you ever have time, talk to the owners. Tell them thank you. They are incredible people who really know how to make you laugh and feel completely at home!! Ask about their family's other restaurants in the area, they are truly a powerhouse of talented people. I am vegan and I always order the Thai Curry or the Mango Coconut Curry with tofu along with an appetizer of baji (crispy chickpea flower veggie fritters), samosas, or Tibetan dumplings (steamed). The curry is the best I've ever had, so incredibly rich and deep in layered flavor. The tomatoey Nepali style sauce served with appetizers is to die for--salted to perfection and the tamarind sauce is also incredible. Here's a little tip: if you LOVE spicy food, and I mean if you LOVE pain and suffering, ask for a 10 out of 5 spice level. One of the owners got such a kick out of me ordering high spice levels and I worked up to a 14 out of 5. Granted, once I ate a 14 out of 5 on an empty stomach and felt the impact for DAYS...lol so now I stick with a 5/5 spice level every time I go. So please be smart about it and use caution. It sure is fun though. Thank you staff at the Globe for being a part of this community and bringing us closer to your cultural cuisine. Your food matters so much to me and the city of Madison. And also, thank you for being so friendly to me and feeding my soul through some of the hardest times of my life. Love, Emma.

The Globe is a spot that is very popular with the UW students, and it can get pretty crowded. It's…read morea small restaurant that has a selection of asian fusion food. The menu can change/rotate, so be aware of that. You order at a counter and the staff bring the food out to you. My husband and I went and had some Afghan Korma Curry, thai coconut curry hurry and some momos with a mango lassi. I preferred the Korma to the thai curry, but both were good. Mango lassi was cooling, which was nice, as some of these dishes had a kick to them.

We absolutely loved the immersive experience at Nook! The shared dining experience was social but i…read morewas still able to have conversation with the person I came with. We could tell a lot of thought went into the design and flow of the evening. Every dish was beautifully presented, flavorful, and full of creative twists on classic favorites. Like the strawberry tomato soup and the corn blueberry ice cream. The bison and other meat dishes were perfectly done and high quality. t's clear that the chefs take pride in crafting dishes that are both inventive and approachable, with local ingredients. I was also happy to find out they'll box up any courses you can't finish, which is great if you want to plan ahead for what to eat and what to take home. Already hoping I can get a reservation to go back.

I have been WAITING to come here and I was not disappointed. Honestly, if you want to try Nook (and…read moreyou should if you can) I would go in with no expectations and just experience it -- meaning stop reading this review after the first paragraph because it might give some spoilers. To start, reservations. They open a few months in advance at midnight on the first of the month... sucks for anyone not usually up at midnight but worth it. I locked in my reservation date at 12:03am, a coworker was also trying to get a reservation for the same month and it was sold out by 12:06am when he tried. So, know your date ahead of time, click refresh constantly starting at 11:59pm, and Godspeed! Now to my experience. I'm not usually wild about the 12course restaurants you see in Chicago or New York. The space is uppity, the people are obnoxious, and the food is... usually just fine. This is truly a Madison and a Wisconsin spin on that pretentious kind of environment, and it is so down to earth. It's a personal experience with the chef and staff that you can't get in the big city. They explain each meal and often would tell you where the ingredients came from nearby... sometimes the chef's backyard. There is one seating per night at 6:30pm and everyone is sitting together. The plates are served individually to each person, and technically there are six 2-person tables assembled together about 3-4 inches from one another to make a sort of single long table. I'd sort of been picturing one single long table, but this worked just fine. My party of 2 was near the middle, so it was fun to be able to have some inclusion on conversations on both side of the table.  And the food. Wow. Continuing the Wisconsin spin on a 12 course (this being 13 course) meal, these are not tiny plates. While each one is not a solo big meal, they are larger than I expected and I was legitimately full after course #4. And we hadn't even gotten to the "mains" at that point! They do box parts of the meal up for you if it's conducive to leftovers. That gave me dinner the next night as well. So pace yourself, and if it's something that would function as leftovers, try it and move on. I did the wine pairing with it, and they were also generous pours (9 of them) -- consider an Uber. I'm not a wine-o, but I figured when in Rome.... go all out. The wines actually did complement each meal really well.  This is a unique experience of fine dining you WILL not get at the fancy restaurants. If you are a foodie, this is a must. It's super low key, come as you are. We had people at our table in hooded sweatshirts and people in nice dresses as if they were ready for the symphony. All were welcome and nobody was judged. The chef is hilarious, the staff is so much fun and I was laughing constantly. They are truly part of the experience almost as much as the food itself. If this in in your budget, it is worth the stress of getting a reservation. Bravo. Oh, and if it's not obvious -- yes, the food is incredible.

We have been satisfied customers for more than 10 years. Great pastries, assorted breads , salads…read moreand sandwiches. Sadly we learned the current owners are planning to retire in the near future. If you haven't visited La Baguette in the past, do so ASAP so you can enjoy the best French bakery in Madison

While visiting Madison, this has became a favorite of ours- especially for brunch! The macaroons…read morewere amazing and their breads so delicious. I brought my spouse initially because they're a lover of French food and this blew her mind!! We love visiting on our trips to UW!!

I love their sourdough (even the day old) for sandwiches! They are a great option for your weekly…read morebread needs. Although I haven't tried their Sammie's, they look delicious! Good quick option for a meal on the go. No seating inside. But you get fast service with a smile. And can place your order on the website ahead of time.

Went to Stalzy's, this morning and picked up 2# of corned beef. The person waiting on me went to…read morethe back of the store to slice and package it. I couldn't really see it until I got home, and unwrapped it. It was so fatty that, after I trimmed it, it was at least 1/2 fat, or 1 pound of fat, and 1 pound of fatty slices. Not happy. Never coming back. $36 wasted.

Hand pulled noodles for REAL!!! You can watch the chef pull your noodles to order. So rare of a…read moreprocess I HIGHLY RECOMMEND trying this mom and pop noodle shop. The texture of the noodle that's achieved by hand pulling cannot be replicated by a machine. This family run restaurant deserves your attention if you love authentic, tasty, and local food. There are many options: hot/cold; udon, rice, cut noodles if you don't want hand pulled; soup dumplings; baos; and more. We will be back for noodles and dumb for sure! This family restaurant will not disappoint if you're in the mood for noodles, or noodle soup.

The food was OK. Nothing too amazing, but it is a solid spot for cheap eats. The broth was…read moredelicious, but it felt like it was missing something...I also wish that the dish came with more veggies / meat. It felt like most of the dish was just the noodles, and it was not balanced (ended up not finishing the noodles). Service is very straightforward. You order up front, and they deliver the food to you. After that, you put away your dishes/trash. Very standard noodle shop. Nothing too crazy. We came in at a pretty empty time (near 8pm), so service was not packed. It is a standard restaurant with standard seating options. Standard vibes only.

This was my second time visiting. I swore I wrote a review the first time but it didn't pop up…read more Anywho, this time my daughter and I were in Madison for the day and visiting the museum across the street and decided to come for dinner. It was Thursday evening and they had a ribs/pulled pork special. We waited about 10 minutes at the bar for a table. The bar and atmosphere is great. Pretty bar lights and an old wood bar. We were seated by the window with a great view of the capital. My daughter and I shared the rib dinner and had plenty of food for us. Our waitress was new and learning but was doing a good job. I'd definitely come back.

Food Network rated as the BEST Fried cheese curds. Not sure about that. They were squeaky, salty,…read moreand greasy. Not pleasant at all. I heard the Doubletree does a better job. We had the special BBQ plate on Thursday night. Additionally we had the pickled beet salad. Now the ribs were fire. Tender, moist, and delicious. Beet salad was ok, but nothing special. Ambiance was a very old lodge-like atmosphere. Make sure to get there early as the place gets busy. We had to wait 25 min for a table.

I have been blessed by the shrimp pho gods. I actually wanted to pee myself because of how good it…read morewas. the lady that takes the orders was so kind and was joking around with my dad (as seen in photo) the whole time. there are so many cute plants and decorations all over. it also smelt like heaven.

I was really excited to try Sunny Pho as i've heard great…read morethings about the food from multiple people. I know that they are well known in town and are considered to be authentic. When I got there with a friend, we were told to sit wherever we wanted. I noticed that it the place looked pretty outdated and not super clean. I walked around looking for a spot to sit but most of the tables didnt look cleaned off and there was a "wet sock" smell that followed me around the restaurant. It smelled like a dirty dish rag that never fully dried. When I ordered my food, i was excited to try the pork pho! My friend also ordered that. The server then told us they stopped serving pork pho last week. I feel like this should have been mentioned before ordering. It could have been helpful. Also pork pho is a staple type of pho- so im not sure why this was taken off of the menu? My friend asked what kind of teas they had to offer and the server wasnt very knowledgeable and didnt seem to care. Overall, this was not the experience that i thought i would have. I will definitely go somewhere else next time. I am hoping that their outward lack of cleanliness is not reflection of the state of their kitchen too.

This place is wonderful! A hidden gem of healthy flavors. So far everything I've tried here is…read moregreat and fairly priced. My go-to is the power bowl. If you aren't a fan of sweet potatoes, ask to substitute chick peas in their place. A high protein, flavorful meal.

We both had the Avocado Crunch. It was a symphony of flavors! Delicious! I would order the same…read morething.